Craftsman 917.276361 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

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GARDEN TRACTOR

25.0 HP, 48” Mower Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.276361

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

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

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

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

For answers to your questions about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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Warranty Safety Rules Product Specifications

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

Operation Maintenance Schedule

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Maintenance

Service and Adjustments....

Storage Troubleshooting

Repair Parts.........................

Sears Service

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR AND BATTERY

2-YEAR ON TRACTOR

When used and maintained according to the operator’s manual instructions, if this tractor fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of pur chase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.

During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charge to service the product in your home. For your convenience, in-home warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if you transport the product to an authorized Craftsman drop-off location. For the nearest authorized location, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

Tractor warranty coverage does not include:

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

• Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the tractor, impacting objects that

bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to electri

cal and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck dear of flammable debris, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator’s manual.

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

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

purchase date.

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

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

90-DAYS ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, if the battery included with this tractor is defective in material or workmanship (our testing proves it will not hold a charge), it will be replaced free of charge.

During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery in your home. For your convenience, in-home warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if you transport the battery to an authorized Craftsman drop-off location. For the nearest authorized location, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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

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

vary, from state to state.

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

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SAFETY RULES

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

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

A WARNING: In order to prevent ac

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

A WARNING: Do not coast down a

hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

A WARNING: Tow only the attachments

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

you to lose control of your tractor.

A WARNING: Engine exhaust, some

of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc tive harm.

A WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

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

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

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

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand

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

• Never carry passengers.

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

and behind before and while backing.

Never direct discharged material

toward anyone. Avoid discharging

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

operator. Stop the blades when cross

ing gravel surfaces.

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

Never leave a running machine

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

remove keys before dismounting.

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

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

Do not operate the machine while

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

Use extra care when loading or 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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SAFETY RULES

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of

control and tip-over accidents, which can

result In severe Injury or death. Opera tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or

other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Choose a low ground speed so that

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

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may

lose traction. Always keep the machine in gear when going down slopes. Do not shift to

neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on aslope. 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.

Ill

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 fail 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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SAFETY RULES

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

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

• If 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 and Type:

Oil Type

(API-SG-SL):

Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints

Spark Plug:

[Gap: .030")

Ground Speed (MPH):

Tire Pressure: Front: 14PSI

Charging System: 15 AMPS @ 3600RPM

Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 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”.

5.0 Gallons Unleaded Regular

SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

W/0 Filter: 3.5 Pints Champion RC12YC

Forward: 0-5.8 Reverse: 0-2.1

Rear: 10PSI

Min. CCA: 280 Case size: U1R

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.

Â WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an interna! 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 ail covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered product can’t be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of service and service-related parts not covered by the agreement; also, 10% off regular price of preventive mainte nance check.

• Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus conve nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service ap pointment online. Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. That’s the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exciusions appiy. For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. 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 doited 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).

ADJUST SEAT

1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment knobs.

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.

Adjustment Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

Label

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

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

2. Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in transmission disengaged position (See “To Trans

port” in the Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

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

A WARNING: Before starting, read, un

derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a we 11-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

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

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

3. Place freewheel control in "trans mission engaged" position (See “To Transport” in the Operation section of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operating position, de press brake pedal and set the parking brake.

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. Release parking brake.

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

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

10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

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

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

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

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

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

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

Duality 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-

©ned securely. / All tires are properly inflated. (For ship

ping purposes, the tires were overin

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

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

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

they are routed properly around pulleys

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

are still secure and wires are properiy

clamped. / Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in “transmission engaged”

position (see “TO TRANSPORT” in the

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

items: / Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is fiiled 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).

/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first time. Foliow proper starting and trans mission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANS MISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

REVERSE

N H

NEUTRAL HIGH

L |\| 4»

LOW

CHOKE

FAST

»M

0 ® jI

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

01 fl "Sr- Q

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

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED

FREEWHEEL

(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

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

LIGHTS ON

AND FEET AWAY

BRAKE/CLUTCH

PEDAL

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result In death or serious Injury.

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

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result In minor or moderate Injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result In damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided, could result In death, serious Injur

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

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

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

and/or property damage.

SLOW

LOCKED UNLOCKED

IGNITION SWITCI-

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

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

Motion Drive Belt Tension Handle

Throttle Control

Brake Pedal

Choke Control

Ignition

ROS "ON" Position

Attachment Clutch Switch

Lift Lever Plunger

Attachment Lift Lever

Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control Lever

Free Wheel Control

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging {+) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades, or other at tachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise

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

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HAN

DLE - Used when changing motion drive

belt and, if necessary, starting engine

under extremely cold conditions.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks brake

pedal into the brake position.

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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FORESIGHT IS BETTER

THAN NO SIGHT

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

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

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

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

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in brake position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Choke Control

Height

Adjustment

Knob “Disengaged” Brake Pedal Position “Drive” Position

Push-In to

iOjs^gage”

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, push attachment

clutch switch in to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress brake

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

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control 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.

Attachment Clutch Switch Pull Out to “Engage”

Motion

Control

ever

Parking Brake

“Engaged”

Position

• Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead. NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

^kcAUTION: Always stop tractor com

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best mower per

formance.

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 CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate mo

tion control lever when the parking brake

is set or when the brake pedal is de pressed. Doing so may result in misadjustment to the drive control system.

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turn

ing the height adjustment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (K^) to raise cut

ting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise 0^^) to

lower cutting height.

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The cutting height range is approximately

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

vary depending upon soil conditions,

height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during

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

• For best cutting performance, grass over

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

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

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

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

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

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

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

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

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

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

Retainer Spring

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, roiling 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.

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

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

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out to

“Engage”

Attachemnt Lift Lever High Position

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.

Clevis Pin

^WARNING: Backing up with the at tachment clutch engaged while mowing

is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS

"ON", to allow reverse operation with the

attachment clutch engaged, should only

be done when the operator decides it is

necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary.

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USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -

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

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

3. Look down and behind before and while backing.

4. Slowly move motion control lever to

reverse (R) position to start movement.

5. When use of the ROS is no longer

needed, turn the ignition key clockwise

to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

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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 provided at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

brake pedal quickly to brake position

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

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

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

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

Transmission Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom

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

common sense when towing. Too heavy

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

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

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

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil

level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL’ mark on dipstick is reached. Do not

overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of 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.

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AcAUTION: 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. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.

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

3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

Dosition.

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, puli 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 require an engine warm-up period from several seconds fo several minutes, depending on the temperature.

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

1. Be sure parking brake is engaged.

2. Remove retainer spring from the drive

belt tension handle to relieve belt ten sion.

3. Start engine and allow it to warm up for three (3) minutes.

4. Shut-off engine and engage parking brake.

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

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

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

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

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

be adjusted for best engine performance

(see “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

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PURGE TRANSMISSION

AcAUTION: Never engage or dis

engage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and per formance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replace ment, it should be purged after reinstall ation before operating the tractor.

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

2. Disengage transmission by plac ing freewheel control in disengaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this

section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. Disen gage parking brake.

4. Move motion control lever to full

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

position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

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

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

6. Engage transmission by placing free

wheel control in engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section of

manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

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

Disengage parking brake.

8. Slowly move motion control lever for

ward, after the tractor moves approxi

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five

(5) feet return the motion control lever

to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this

procedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times. Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

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

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

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

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

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

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

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

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mow

ing performance and proper discharge

of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

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

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and

ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Repiace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart

Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts

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

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

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

in high ambient temperatures.

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

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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SERVICE DATES

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

Do not overtighten.

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LUBRICATION CHART

Front Whee

Bearing zerk

® Steering Sector Gear Teeth

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

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

C D

Zerk

Spindle

C D

Front Wheel

Bearing zerk

Engine

® Mandrel Zerks

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

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

your tractor does not function as de

scribed, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

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

CHECK CPERATCR PRESENCE SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any 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)

028'2S

CHECK REVERSE CPERATICN (RCS) SYSTEM

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

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

reverse should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the RCS "CN" position

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

reverse should NCT shut off the engine.

BLADE CARE

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

A 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.

Mandrel Assembly

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp

ening blade - but if you do, be sure the

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

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

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

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

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• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the

bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

5/8” Bolt or Pin

Center Hole

Blade

BATTERY

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Rechargeai 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

The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure

water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip pings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use com pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the trans

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

V-BELTS

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

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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C -30

__________

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

^20

30 32

______

-10

________0________(0________20_______30______

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before start ing the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

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

3. Open drain valve by using a 7/16" (11 mm) wrench turning counterclock wise.

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Oil Drain Valve

4. After oi! 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. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at “FULL’ line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

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. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TC SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it

to dry.

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

remove excess oil.

TC SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car

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

the cartridge.

1. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

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

3. Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud. Replace if necessary.

4. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut.

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

Cartridge

Foam

Pre-Cleaner ii \ ;

Rubber Seal

'^Cartridge

Plate

Knob

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.

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MUFFLER

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

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every

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

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu retor, replacement is required.

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

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

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso line.

Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with 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.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

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

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

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

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

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

If equipped, turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

Lower mower to its lowest position. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

4. bracket.

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. Remove retainer springs from suspen

sion arms at deck and disengage arms from deck.

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.

Lock Bracket

Belt Tension Rod (Disengaged Position)

Chassis Bracket

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.

Front Mower Bracket Electric Clutch

Double Loop Retainer Springs

Front Plate

Assembly

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

Loop Up

Suspension Arms

Double Loop Retainer Springs (Outward pointing

deck pins)

Sing e Loop Retainer Springs

Flanged Pins

Front Mower Bracket

Deflector Shield

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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.

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 Mower to Ground

Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground

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

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

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Position any blade so the tip is pointing

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

• Before making any necessary adjust

ments, check that both front plate links are equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of blade, loosen nut “C”

on both front links an equal number of turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut “C” will change distance “B” by approximately

3/16".

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

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

• To raise front of blade, loosen nut

“D” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “C” on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length.

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

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

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BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE

EOUAL IN LENGTH

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 A bracket.

CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded.

Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly.

4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur

face.

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

spring.

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

8. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

10. Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

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

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

12. Install belt in both idlers.

13. Install new belt onto electric clutch 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.

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TO REPLACE yOWER BLADE (SEC ONDARY) DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

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

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

REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to “TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE

BELT” illustration in this section of manual).

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

4. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

5. Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

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

REMOVE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

7. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel 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).

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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. Adjust the three nylon locknuts 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.

Brake Plate

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

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

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

BELT REMOVAL -

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

3. Remove belt from all idler pulleys, transaxle pulley and then from engine

pulley.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Install new belt around engine pulley

first, then around transaxle pulley and

lastly into all the idler pulleys.

Check to be sure belt is positioned cor

rectly and is on proper side of all belt keepe rs.

Engage the drive belt tension handle

and replace the retainer spring.

Reinstall mower.

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

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

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

it is held in the disengaged position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE Contact a Sears or other qualified service

center.

Retainer Spring

Drive Belt Tension Handle

Engine Pulley

Belt_^

Keeper

V-ldler

Belt Keeper

Flat Idler

Clutching Idler

Transaxle Pulley

Beli*

Keeper Clutching Flat Idler

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

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

Park Tractor on level surface. Stop

tractor by turning ignition key to “OFF”

position and engage parking brake. Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of

the right rear wheel.

Move motion control lever to the neu tral position. Tighten the adjustment bolt.

Adjustment Bolt g

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

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ REPLACEMENT

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

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal {left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

S0rvic0 C0nt0r.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK 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 (-i-) 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.

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

TO REMOVE CABLES, revERSE

ORDER-

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

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Battery

Fully Charged Battery

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

remove battery from tractor.

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

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive {+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative {-) battery terminal with re maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Terminal Access

Door

Keps Nut

Hex Bolt

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.

Terminal Guard

Positive (Red) Cable

Negative (Black) Cable

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ENGINE

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

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

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

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

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

3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable

clamp screw and align the holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit

through both holes.

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

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and seats in carburetor may result if turned in too tight. NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle.

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

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

3. Idle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is at tained.

4. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions.

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

ACCELERATION TEST -

6. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if neces sary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

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

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeed

ing the engine above the factory high

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

needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

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

necessary adjustments.

Speed Control Bracket

Throttle Lever

Idle Speed Adjusting Screw

Idle Fuel Adjusting Needle

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STORAGE

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

WARNING: Never store the tractor

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

TRACTOR

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

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

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

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon

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

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experi

ence indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or metha nol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor age container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the car

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

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

• If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro tective cover that does not retain mois ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” 2. See “TO START ENGINE” properly. in Operation section.

3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel. 7. Empty fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Check all wiring.

9. Carburetor out of 9. See “To Adjust Carburetor” adjustment. in Service and Adjustments

section.

10 Engine valves out of 10.Contact a Sears or other

adjustment. qualified service center.

11. Extreme Cold Conditions 11. See “To start engine” in operation section.

Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Bad spark plug. 2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter. 4. Replace fuel filter.

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

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.

7. Carburetor out of 7. See “To Adjust Carburetor”

adjustment. in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Engine valves out of 8. Contact a Sears or other

adjustment. qualified service center.

Engine will not 1. Brake pedal not 1. Depress brake pedal.

turn over

depressed

Attachment clutch is 2. Disengage attachment engaged. clutch.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch. 7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence 9. Contact a Sears or other

switch(es). qualified service center.

Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery.

will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manuai uniess directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power 1.

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

15. Engine valves out of

Cutting too much grass/too fast. Throttle in “CHOKE”

position. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. Faulty spark plug.

adjustment.

1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and

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

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11 .Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/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.

Excessive vibration

Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse

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

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

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part{s).

1. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is engaged.

Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

2. Mower deck not level.

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

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. 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.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Contact a Sears or other

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in discharge “FAST” position.

2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before

4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air

6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 6. Replace/sharpen blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and 7. Clean underside of mower trash under mower. housing.

8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Blades improperly installed. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

10. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with blades listed

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

2. Replace mower drive belt.

qualified service center.

mowing.

pressure.

Tighten blade bolt.

down. in this manual. open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not 1. Light switch is “OFF”. 1. Turn light switch “CN”.

working 2. Bulb{s) or lamp{s) burned out. 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

(if so equipped) 3. Faulty light switch. 3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Check wiring and connec tions.

5. Blown fuse. 5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not 1. Bad battery cell(s). 1. Replace battery. charge 2. Poor cable connections. 2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Loss of drive 1. Freewheel control in 1. Place freewheel control in

“disengaged” position. “engaged” position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or servicing.

Engine “backfires’ 1. Engine throttle control not set 1. Move throttle control when turning between half and full speed between half and full speed engine “OFF” (fast) position before stopping (fast) position before

engine. stopping engine.

3. Replace regulator.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”

OFF M+G+A1

RUN/OVERRIDEB+A1

RUN B+A1 L+A2

START B + S +A1

NOTIN RE VERSE

BLACK / WHITE

FUE L S HUT-OFF

SOLEN OID _

I A FUEL ^

IGNITION

UNIT

HOUR

METER

(OPTIONAL)

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

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.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

SHORTING CONNECTOR

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

SPARK PLUGS

GAP •—

(2 PLUGS

ON TWIN CYL ENGINES)

REGULATOR

RE-ilfLAT HCi^

HEADLIGHTS

¡ALTERNATOR

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

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 25 185456 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 193391 Harness Ign.

42 154336 Cover Terminal

45 122822X Ammeter 50 174652 Switch, PTO 52 141940 Hourmeter Adaptor

79 175242 Buibholder Asm Incandescent SV

92 196615 Harness Pigtail Reverse Switch

93 192540 Screw Plastite 10-14 x 2.0

94 191834 Module Reverse ROS

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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

1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 47 17490608 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2 2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 50 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front 4 73680700 Nut 7/16-14 56 176016 Bracket Asm., Susp Chas. Lh 5 193636X428 Dash 58 183569 Bracket Asm., Fender 6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 68 17490508 Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 86 74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 unc x 1 Gr. 5 8 184668 Support, Battery

14 175260X428 Hood Asm

16 121794X Cover, Access

17 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75

18 174515X428 Grille

19 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 12 Ga. 20 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 21 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 24 179717X428 Footrest, RH 28 179716X428 Footrest, LH 30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 31 161419 Brace, Supt 1 -pc VGT 32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 34 177018 Plate Asm Engine 35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. 36 17060512 Screw 5/16-18x3/4 37 192397X428 FenderPnt 39 175278 Bracket, Axle Front 43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 45 176018 Bracket Asm., Susp Chas.Rh

91 180374 Rail, Frame Lh

99 177143 Rod By Pass

122 192512 Screw Wshd Hex 10-32 x 5/8 130 191611 Screw 10x3/4 Single Lead Hex 138 191121X428 Cup Holder 139 171873 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT 142 161897 Bracket Dash Rh 144 161900 Bracket Dash Lh 148 164655 Extrusion Bumpers 150 175352 Duct Heat Hood 152 177956 Shield Browning 153 179761 Lightbox Asm W/Lens (Includes

key no. 157) 156 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 X 3/4 157 161840 Lens Bar 158 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

161 179612X428 Console Fuel Window

162 142432 Screw Hex 1/4-1/2 unc 165 183554 Bracket Support Tank 172 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 X .875

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

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GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

........

2 7070E Key 1/4 X 2.5 3 7563R Washer Thrust 6 STD561210 Pin. Cotter 7 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 9 140080 Bolt, Hub 20 73940800 Nut 22 180235 Lever Asm Shift Lower 23 130564 Knob 29 176600 Brake, Rod 33 12000053 Ring E 34 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake 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 40 178575 Actuator, Interiock Switch 41 73931000 Nut Centerlock 10-24 unc 42 8883R Cover, Pedal 46 145170 Retainer, Spring 48 72110614 Bolt, 3/8-16x1-3/4 Gr.5 50 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 52 127783 Pulley, Idler, Grooved 55 105706X Bearing, Idler 56 161597 V-Belt 58 74760724 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2 61 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 64 176601 Shaft, Clufch/Brake Pedal 65 179613 Bolt, Shoulder 68 STD571812 Pin, Roll 69 123800X Washer 70 192390X428 Console Shift 73 74490548 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr. 5 74 142432 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 77 74780716 Bolt Hex 7/16-14x1-1/4 Gr.5 89 73680700 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 unc

Transaxle Hydro Gear 331-3000 (See Breakdown)

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

94 133835 Fastener Christmas Tree 98 141004 Bracket Shift

106 142918 0-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 107 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15”VGT 108 142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 70109 111 156240 Spacer Shift Lever VGTH 112 178558 Washer Nylon High Temp 114 73800500 Nut Lock Hx W/lns 5/16-18 unc 117 73900600 Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16 120 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 121 175611 Bracket Strap Torque 122 72010520 Bolt RDHD SQ

123 192438 Rod Shift 124 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 126 166002 Washer SRRTD

127 177362 Link Control Clutch 128 176624 Spring Drive GRND 129 179473 Bracket Asm Idler Tensioning 130 19131016 Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga. 131 76020312 Pin Cotter 3/32 X 3/4 132 175467 Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 LH VGT 133 175468 Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 RH VGT 135 177364 Link Asm Control Hydro 3500 137 1685H Nut Lock 5/16-18 NCThd 138 1370H Washer Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32 142 175469 Strap Torque HG-3500 143 17000512 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 145 163168 Washer Axle Flange HG-3000 146 140462 Fan 7” Hydro 147 141322 Washer 151 74760514 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 7/8

17g705

152 153 4497H Retainer Spring

5/16-18 unc X 2-1/2

5/16 IDx 1.0 X .125

Bolt hex 5/16-18 x 1

NOTE All comoonent dimensions aiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

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STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 186094X428 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 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

11 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front

12 73901000 Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 unc

13 121749X Washer 25/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga.

14 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy Hid Spr 3/8

15 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

16 186814 Shaft Asm., Steering

18 175572 DraglinkVgt

19 156011 Support Asm., Steering Vgt 20 163887X428 Boot, Steering 21 186737 Adapter, Wheel Steering 22 155105 Bushing, Strg. BIk 23 152927 Screw 26 186095X428 Cap , Wheel Steering 27 3366R Bearing, Col. Strg. 28 17000612 Screw, 3/8-16x3/4 29 104239X Bearing, Flange 31 138136 Bushing, Nyliner Snap 32 19111610 Washer 11/32X 1 X lOGa. 33 STD551131 Washer, Lock Hvy Hid Spr 5/16 34 74780512 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 35 187039 Gear, Sector Steering 36 186799 Tie Rod

41 155246 Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97

42 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

45 19183812 Washer 9/16 ID X 2-3/8 OD 12 Ga.

46 19131610 Washer Flat 13/32X 1 X 10 Ga.

47 179471 Bracket Asm Idler Stationary

49 175820 Pulley Idler Flat 50 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 unc 51 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf 52 175553 Clip Steering .750 53 188967 Washer Hardened

NOTE; All component dimensions given in L). S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

KEY PART

NO. NO.

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

149723 Muffler

121361X PulleyV-ldler

177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine

175288 Bushing

179335 Clutch Electric

143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

179115 Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 Yt/Gt 96

179124X428 Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge

177328X505 Control Throttle

191611 Screw 10 X 3/4 Single Lead Hex

187768X505 Control Choke

22 26

3645J Bushing 139277 Stem Tank Fuel

7834R Fuel Line

137180 Spark Arrester Kit

145006 Clip Push-In Hinged

123487X Clamp Hose

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

17490664 ScrewTT 3/8-16x4 unc

126197X Washer 1-1/2 00x15/32 ID x .250

STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16

175287 Spacer Engine

146629 Shield Heat Muffler

.......... Gasket (Order from engine mfgr.)

175545 Tube Exhaust LH

175546 Tube Exhaust RH

M73030800 Nut Flange M8-1.25

188800 Tube Drain Oil

188799 Drain Oil Valve

171877 Bolt 5/16-18 unc X 3/4

17060624 Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/2

179953 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 3.75 Gr. 5

184362 Nut hex Flange Toplock M8-1.25

NOTE:

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

DESCRIPTION

Engine (See Breakdown) Kohl

Model No. CV730-0044

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

KEY PART NO. NO.

192919

140551

140675

127018X

145006

STD541437

124181X

171877

195530

174648

121248X

72050412

121249X

123740X

123976X

19171912

166369

124238X

171852

73800500

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Fender Assembly Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X.62 Clip, Push In, Hinged Nut 3/8-16 unc Spring, Seat Cprsn Bolt 5/16-18Unc X 3/4 w/Sems Pan, Seat Bracket, Mounting Switch Bushing, Snap Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20x1-1/2 Spacer, Split Spring, Cprsn Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga. Knob, Seat Cap, Spring Seat Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 Nut, Lock Hx w/lns. 5/16-18

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DECALS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

¿lo

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 193599 Decal Dash

2 149516 Decal Battery DNGR/PSN

ENG Asm

3 194023 Decal Hood RH

4 194024 Decal Hood LH

5 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle

6 133644 Decal Maintenance 7 177916 Decal Eng KP Sears RH 8 177917 Decal Eng KP Sears LH 9 194027 Decal Fender 10 156439 Decal Fender Danger 11 181252 Decal FTREST 12 177914 Decal eng Kohl Sears Logo 13 196310 Decal Replacement 14 175291 Decal V-Belf Schem

WHEELS AND TIRES

f r

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 194026 Decal Hood Side Pnl 16 178482 Decal Deck HVYDTY 17 177665 Decal Chassis 18 164065 Decal Insert Strg 19 138047 Decal Battery 20 178455 Decal Deck Caution 21 177918 Decal Eng. Sears V-Twin 22 185980 Decal Engine 23 106202X Reflector, Taillight

- -

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

179768X428 Pad Footrest LH 166960 Decal Drawbar CNTRL

179769X428 Pad Footrest RH 401186 Owner's Manual, English 401187 Owner’s Manual, Spanish

59192 65139

106228X417

8134H

105588X

278H 9040H

104757X428 106230X

7154J

106277X417

6856M

144334

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

¿LO

DESCRIPTION

Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Rim Asm Front Tube, Front (Service Item Only) Tire, Front Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) Bearing Flange(Front Wheel Only) Cap Axle (Front Wheel Only) Tire Rear Tube Rear (Service Item Only) Rim Asm Rear Fitting Grease Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

iift_rh_

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 35 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc 2 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 38 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator 3 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 39 123935X Plug, Hole 4 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 40 17060516 Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 1 5 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 41 175994 Nut, Lift Link 7/16-20 6 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16x1-1/2 42 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga 7 175830 Grip, Handle Fluted 43 123934X Scale, Indicator Height 8 175831X505 Plunger, Button 70 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

10 183894 Spring 72 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

11 175375 Link Lift 73 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

12 163552 Retainer Spring 74 175802 Arm Susp. Rear RH 23 STD624008 Retainer, Spring 75 175805 Plate Asm. Susp. Front 24 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 76 175560 Pin, Flange 26 73800800 Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc 77 176205 Trunnion Susp. Arm 29 150233 Trunnion, Infin Height 78 175689 Trunnion Susp. Front 30 110807X Nut, Special 79 175378 Arm, susp. R LH 31

STD551037

137150

STD560907

34 137167 Rod, Adj Lift

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. Spring, Compression Inf Hgt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48

3 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 178024 Sway Bar 8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade

(The following blades are

available) 11 180054 Blade, 48" Hi-Lift 13 174360 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 14 174358 Mandrel Asm. 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 16 174493 Stripper Mandrel Deck 17 72110610 Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 3/8-16x1.25 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 19 132827 Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18

20 174378 Baffle, Vortex Mower 21 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 25 178102 Spring, Torsion 26 110452X Nut, Push 27 180655X428 Deflector Shield 28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 30 173984 Screw, Thdroll Washer Head 31 187690 Washer, Spacer 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 33 178342 Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 37 177968 Pulley, Idler, Flat 39 174375 Pulley, Idler, Driven 42 165723 Spacer, Retainer 43 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary 45 180806 Cover, Mandrel Deck 46 137729 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20x5/8 47 180808 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

49 73900600 Nut, Lock 3/8-16 Unc 50 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Gr. 5 52 175820 Pulley Idler Flat 56 155986 Bar Pnt Adj. 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet 91 180535 Bracket, Asm Noseroller, RH 94 176066 Noseroller 95 180534 Bracket, Asm Noseroller, LH 97 178515 Washer Hardened 98 179479 Spring Primary Drive 99 189993 Pulley ldler"V"

100 72110616 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 Unc x 2 110 175016 Arm Spring Secondary 112 174387 Link Tension Relief Lever 113 72110506 Bolt 5/16-18x3/4 114 174384 Tension Asm. Relief Lever 115 174609 Arm Spring Tension Relief 116 193406 Bolt, Shoulder 117 174873 Gauge Wheel 118 73930600 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 Unc 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. 121 174371 Spring Secondary Drive 122 174606 Bushing Pivot Tension Relief

174372

126 130 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 132 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 180 73800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Inc. 5/16-18 Unc 182 179127 Rod Roller Nose 183 163552 Retainer Spring 184 173979 Keeper Belt Idler

174356 Mandrel Assembly

- 181579 Replacement Mower, Complete

- -

NOTE All component dimensions aiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

(Includes Key Nos. 13-15 and 33)

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TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000

Key Part No. No. Description

1 161122 Kit. housing main

2A 193015 Kit, housing r/h

2B 193016 Kit, brake bolt

3 184703 Kit, center section

4 161125 Spacer (BDP, BDU 10) 5 142932 Seal, lip

6 142928 Retaining ring

7 142933 Retaining ring

8 142934 Bearing, ball

10 169524 Swash plate (BDP, BDU 10)

11 173159 Bearing, thrust (lOcc)

12 161126 Shaft, input (310-3000)

13 142978 Washer, block thrust 14 142977 Spring, helical compression 15 169898 Kit, cylinder block (lOcc)

21 150786 Block, (BD-21& IHT)

24 161127 Shaft, motor (310-3000) 25 169526 Bearing, thrust (21 cc) 26 161128 Control arm (310-3000) 27 161129 Spacer (310-3000) 28 161130 Gear, 16t pinion 29 169527 Capscrew 30 142941 Guide block (BD-21) 31 169887 Trunnion, tapered square 32 161133 Bearing, journal 33 142940 Seal, lip 34 178318 Return arm (310-3000) 35 178319 Actuating arm (310-3000) 36 170421 Bolt, stud 5/16-24 37 142967 Friction puck 38 184694 Kit, bypass plate 39 169529 Bypass actuator (IHT) 40 142945 Seal, lip 41 142952 Bypass arm 42 142953 Retaining ring 43 142965 Pin 44 150797 Bolt 3/8-24x2-1/2 46 184702 Spring, neutral (310-3000) 48 178320 Puck, adjusting (310-3000) 50 178343 Screw, hex head washer cap screw

51 169530 Lower cover 52 169531 Geroter assembly 53 144581 O-ring 54 161139 Charge pump housing 55 178321 Kit, filter

56 169533 Charge manifold 310-3000 57 161142 Retainer, motor bearing (310-3000) 58 161143 Pin, carrier (310-3000) 59 161144 Gear, 15t planet (310-3000) 60 161145 Gear, 67t spur (310-3000) 61 161146 Gear. 21t sun (310-3000) 62 161147 Plate, planet thrust (310-3000) 63 161148 Gear, 51t ring (310-3000) 64 161149 Carrier, planetary (310-3000)

Main housing Lip seal

Flange bearing Trunnion bushing Cradle bearing

R.H. Housing

Flange bearing

Needle bearing (sce1412)

Lip seal (.875 ID X 1.3 ODx.25)

Bolt, hex hd 1/4-20 x 1.25 W/patch

Bolt, hex hd 1/4-20 x 2.25 W/patch Center section

Bushing .50 X .60 X .50

Bushing .90 X 1.02 X.75

Plate, bypass Check plug assembly,.044 Check plug assembly, no bleed

10CC cylinder block

10CC piston

10CC piston spring

Piston seat washer 2ICC Cylinder block

Piston seat washer 2ICC piston 21CC piston spring

(IZT) 1/4-20 X 3/4

Gasket .10 X .16X4.24

Filter

Key Part

No. No.

65 161150

66 161151

67 161152

68 161153

69 169534

71 161155

73 161156 74 169535 75 161157 76 161158 77 142884 79 178322 80 161159

81 161160

82 161161 83 161162 84 161163

85 161164 87 178323

88 178784

89 178783 90 178326 92 178787 93 142969 94 142980 95 169537 96 169538 97 106 161166 108 150800

110 150813

lit 150812

116 169539

117 161168

120 142883

121 193019

122 178329

124 178330 125 170409 128 170415

129 170416 130 170411 131 142882 132 193020

134 178331

137 178333

139 161176 141 178335

144 169545 145 169546 146 169547 151 170417 152 178336

153 170434 155 178337

157 169548

169 184701 203 178338

900 176056 Note: All Comp

1 Inch = 25,4 MM

Description

Gear, differential bevel (3f 0-3000) Gear, differential bevel pinion (310-3000) Shaft, differential (310-3000) Plate, differential thrust (310-3000) Bearing, flange (310-3000)

Washer, flat (1.00 Id) (310-3000)

Nut, 5/8-18 hex jam (310-3000) Bearing, ball (310-3000) Seal, lip (310-3000) Shaft, axle (310-3000)

Washer, flat

Sealant tube Screw, torx head 5/16-18 (310-3000) Bearing, needle (210-3000)

Washer, flat (0.880 ID) (310-3000)

Ring, retaining (310-3000) Seal, lip (.875 ID x 1.38 OD x .25) (310-3000) Brake disc (310-3000)

Washer (310-3000)

Screw, 5/16-24X 1 1/2 socket head cap

(310-3000)

Bearing, ball Spacer, locating (310-3000) Screw (310-3000) Spring Spacer Nut, nylon insert hex lock 5/16-24 Bearing, sleeve (310-3000) 20W-50 oil 122 oz Spacer, trunnion (310-3000) Plug, plastic shipping O-ring Fitting, plastic hose O-ring

Breather vent, plastic Vent, plastic Vent, cap

Ring, retaining (310-3000)

Brake puck

Bolt, hex hd 1/4-20 x 1.25 W/patch

Kit, brake yoke

Brake arm

Pin, brake actuating

Nut, castle 5/16-24 Pin, cotter 3/32x3/4 Spacer, brake torsion spring Brake puck plate Bolt, hex hd 1/4-20 x 2.25 W/patch Brake comp. Spring Pin, spring (310-3000)

Washer, flat

Spring, brake arm bias O-ring Spring, relief Steel ball 7/16 Brake spring Brake pull rod Plug, straight thread 9/16-18 Kit, fan/pulley Nut, jam 1/2-20

Washer, OD slotted ,53 X 1,63 X .06

Pulley Fan O-ring Pin, spring 5/16x1.75 Kit, seal Lip seal 15 X 5 X 37 Lip seal 12 X 25 X 7 Lip seal 10 X 25 X 7 O-ring .103 X 1.862 Seal 25 X 52 X 10 Lip seal .875 ID x 1.3 OD x .25 O-ring .070 X .239 Kit, o-ring, manifold Pin, spring 5/16x1.75 Pin, spring 1/4 X 1.00

Transaxle

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276361

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044

HEADA/ALVE/BREATHER KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket (Includes 2, 3)

2. 24-041-51-S Gasket, breather

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

4. M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1 .0x20 (4)

5. 25 139 60-S Plug, hex. ctsk. 1/8”

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

7. 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes 8, 11, 12)

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

9. 24-841-03-S Kit, cylinder head gasket (2) (Includes 13)

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

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

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

13. 12 086 16-S Screw, hex. flange Ml0x1.5x90 (8)

14. 66-086-07-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x34 (4)

15. 24-755-141-S Kit, valve cover - plain (Includes 16,17)

16. 24-153-28-S 0-Ring

17. M-651030-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x30 (4)

18. 24-445-01-S Strap, lifting

19. 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)

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

20. 24-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2) 24-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2)

21. 66-032-05-S Seal, valve stem (2)

22. 235011-S Retainer, spring (4)

23. 24-089-02-S Spring, valve (4)

24. 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4)

25. 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4)

26. 24-318-69-S Head assembly, #1 cylinder

27. 24-755-142-S Kit, valve cover - breather

(Includes 16,17,29)

28. 25-313-03-S Grommet, rubber

29. 24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator

(Includes 29,31-34)

30. M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (2)

31. 24-445-02-S Strap, breather

32. 24-126-44-S Bracket, breather separator

33. 24-112-12-S Spacer

34. 24-326-74-S Hose, breather

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24 755 147-S Kit, cylinder head hardware

CRANKCASE

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-032-01-S Seal, front oil

2. Crankcase (USE: Miniblock 24 782 14)

3. 24-294-13-S Fitting

4. 24-380-13-S Pin, locating (6)

5. 24-067-13-S Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

24-067-14-S Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

6. 24-874-08-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2) (Includes 7, 8)

24-874-16-S Piston w/Ring Set (.08) 24-874-20-S Piston w/Ring Set (.25) 24-874-21-S Piston w/Ring Set (.50)

7. 24-108-05-S Ring Set (Std. & .08) (2)

24-108-06-S Ring Set (.25) 24-108-07-S Ring Set (.50)

8. 24-018-01-S Retainer, piston pin (4)

9. 12-422-09-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

10. 24-012-16-S Camshaft

11. 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

12. M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10(2)

13. 24-018-04-S Retainer, reed (2)

14. 24-402-05-S Reed, breather (2)

15. 12-153-01-S 0-Ring, lower oil fill tube

16. 24-126-19-S Bracket, oil fill tube

17. 12-123-04-S Tube, oil till

18. M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

19. 12-153-02-S 0-Ring, upper oil fill tube

20. 24-038-04-S Dipstick assembly (Includes 21, 22)

21. 24-755-46-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22)

22. 25 153 02-S 0-Ring, dipstick

23. 24-018-09-S Ring, retainer

24. M-931010-S Washer, nylon (top)

25. 28-032-09-S Seal, governor cross shaft

26. 24-468-15-S Washer (bottom)

27. 24-144-38-S Shaft, governor cross

NOTE : All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen

2. 25-086-117-S Screw, sems hex. hd. (4)

3. 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 (4)

4. 24-157-08-S Fan

5. 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange Ml0x1.5x46

6. 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8"

7. X-42-15-S Key

8. 24-025-01-S Flywheel

9. 41-403-09-S Rectifier-regulator

(Includes 2-4, & 24-113-18-S)

10. X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16” (3)

11. 24-086-18-S Screw, Phillips hd, 11-16x7/8

12. 236602-S Connector (3 contact)

(2) 12. 24-094-34-S Base, air cleaner

13. 12-132-02-S Spark Plug (2)

14. M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 (2)

15. 54-755-09-S Kit, 15 amp stator

16. 24 126 139-S Bracket, stator wire

17. 48-154-02-S Clip, cable

18. X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4"

19. 24-584-01-S Module, ignition (2)

20. M-545020-S Screw, hex flange M5x0.8x20

21. 235173-S Clip, cable

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24- 126-137-S 25- 468-03-S 24- 176-82-S 25- 454-03-S 24-113-18-S

(Includes 18)

(4)

Bracket, ground strap

Washer, flat

Harness, wiring

Tie, wire (3)

Decal, grass screen

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 54-755-01-S Kit, knob with seal (Includes 2,3)

2. 25-341-04-S Knob, cover

3. 24-153-20-S 0-Ring

4. 24-096-67-S Cover, air cleaner

5. 12-100-01-S Wing Nut

6. 24-096-01-S Cover, inner air cleaner

7. 231032-S Seal, breather

8. 24-083-05-S Precleaner, element

9. 24-083-03-S Element, air cleaner

10. 24-109-09-S Cup, fuel spit-back

11. 24-041-13-S Gasket, fuel spit-back cup

13. 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

14. 24-164-51-S Manifold, intake (Includes 15,16)

15. 24 041 52-S Gasket, carburetor

16. 24 153 27-S 0-Ring, intake port (2)

17. M-651040-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x40 (4)

18. 24 126 130-S Bracket, air cleaner base

19. M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10(2)

20. 24-063-51-S Baffle, spit-back cup

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

BLOWER HOUSING KEY PART

NO. NO.

1. 24-027-114-S

2. 24-100-01-S

3. M-551016-S

4. M-545016-S

5. M-545020-S

6. M-645016-S

7. 24-146-16-S

8. 24-146-20-S

9. 24-063-39-S

10. 24-063-58-S

11. M-545010-S

12. 24-063-69-S

13. 24-063-60-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24- 096-85-S 25- 086-91-S 25-113-39-S

DESCRIPTION

Housing, blower (Includes 2,

24 096 85-S, & 25 086 91-S)

Nut, plastic (2) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (3) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 (4) Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (6) Plate, backing - # 2 side Plate, backing - # 1 side Baffle, cylinder barrel - # 2 side Baffle, cylinder barrel - # 1 side Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x10 (2) Baffle, valley - #2 side Baffle, valley - #1 side

Cover, blower housing Screw, tapping 10-16x1/2” (2) Decal, clear lamination

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STARTING SYSTEM

1—

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

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STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART

NO. NO.

M-839080-S

25-098-09-S

25 086 113-S 25-435-05-S

4. 25-755-33-S

5. 25-141-05-S

6. 25-221-01-S

ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART

NO. NO.

24 211 03-S 24-090-33-S

M-641060-S

24- 089-01-S

25- 158-08-S

24- 079-04-S

25- 158-11-S

M-545016-S

M-547050-S

10.

24-089-03-S

11.

24-126-56-S

12.

M-645016-S

13.

12-237-01-S

14.

24-086-43-S

15.

24-112-27-S 24-090-47-S

16. 24-468-20-S

17.

M-446030-S

18.

24-090-13-S

19.

24-468-01-S

20. M-545020-S

21.

22.

24-090-05-S

23.

41-468-03-S

24.

M-403025-S

25.

24-079-22-S

26.

24-089-55-S

27.

24-089-25-S

DESCRIPTION

Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80 (2) Starter, solenoid shift (Includes 3-7) Screw, external torx hd. (3) Kit, solenoid (Includes 3) Kit, pinion drive (Includes 6) Ring Kit, brush

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, round head square neck Lever, governor Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 Spring, linkage Bushing, linkage retaining Linkage, throttle Bushing, throttle linkage Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8 Spring, choke return Bracket, control Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (4) Clamp, cable (2) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (2) Spacer Lever, throttle actuator

Washer, plain

Nut, hex M4x0.7 Lever, throttle control

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 Lever, choke

Washer, spring 1/4"

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

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-199-07-S Pan assembly, oil

2. 24-393-37-S Oil pump assembly (Includes

3. 24-381-11-S Tube, oil pickup

4. 24 153 01-S 0-Ring, oil pump

5. M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

6. M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

7. 24-162-26-S Screen, oil

8. 24-043-12-S Kit, governor gear w/pin

9. 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating

10. 24-448-02-S Tab, locking

11. 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

12. 52-032-08-S Seal, oil (PTO end)

13. 24-153-08-S O-Ring

14. 25-139-62-S Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8”

15. 24-136-01-S Nipple, oil filter

16. 52-050-02-S Filter, oil

17. 24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

18. 24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange

19. 25-139-57-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

(Includes 2-11) 3,4)

M6x1.0x25 (2)

(Includes 9)

M8x1.25x45 M8x 1.25x45 (9)

p p

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

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CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST

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CRANKSHAFT KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (includes 2)

2. 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-041-49-S Gasket, exhaust (2)

2. 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)

24-522-332 Short Block

- -

24-782-23 Mlniblock

- - 24-755-113-S Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-853-102-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

2. 24-041-52-S Gasket, carburetor

3. 24 041 14-S Gasket, air cieaner base

4. M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

5. M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 (2)

6. 25-353-03-S Line, fuel 14”

7. 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6)

8. 24-086-12-S Screw, hex. cap. M6x1.7x18

9. 24-393-16-S Pump, fuel - pulse

(Inciudes 2,3)

(2)

10. 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

11. 24-353-12-S Line, fuel 11”

12. 15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2”

13. 24-050-10-S Filter, fuel

14. 47-154-01-S Clip, cable

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- -

24 234 02-S Bowl, float

- -

24 757 18-S Kit, overhaul

- -

24 757 19-S Kit, choke repair

- -

24 757 20-S Kit, gasket

- - 24 757 22-S Kit, fuel shutdown solenoid

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

inches 1 inch - 25.4 mm

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SERVICE NOTES

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SERVICE NOTES

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SERVICE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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

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

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

trunk or other upright structure.

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Craftsman 917.276361 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

GARDEN TRACTOR

917.276361

IMPORTANT:

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR AND BATTERY

2-YEAR ON TRACTOR

90-DAYS ON BATTERY

I. GENERAL OPERATION

II. SLOPE OPERATION

IV. TOWING

GENERAL SERVICE

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

PARTS BAG CONTENTS

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

UNPACK CARTON

CHECK BATTERY

ADJUST SEAT

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

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

/CHECKLIST

OPERATION

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

STOPPING

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

TO OPERATE MOWER

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

TO TRANSPORT

ADD GASOLINE

TO START ENGINE

MOWING TIPS

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

BEFORE EACH USE

LUBRICATION CHART

TRACTOR

BRAKE OPERATION

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

BLADE CARE

BLADE REMOVAL

BATTERY

TRANSAXLE COOLING

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

V-BELTS

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

ENGINE OIL FILTER

AIR FILTER

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

MUFFLER

SPARK PLUG(S)

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

CLEANING

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO INSTALL MOWER

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ REPLACEMENT

ENGINE