Craftsman 944.609810 User Manual

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SEAR8

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

944.609810

I:RRFTSMRN

Caution: Read and follow

all Safety Rules and Instructions

Be.fore Operating

Thin Eqmpment

20 HP

ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

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Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: THIS CU'I-rlNG MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING

OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS

INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand,and followall instructionsinthemanual

and on the machine beforestarting.

Only allow responsibleadults,who are familiar with the

instructions,to operatethe machine.

Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,toys, wire, etc., whichcouldbe picked up andthrownby theblade.

• Besuretheareaisclearofotherpeoplebeforemowing.Stop machineif anyone entersthearea.

Nevercanypassengers. Donotmowinreverseunlessabsolutelynecessary.Always

lookdownand behindbeforeandwhilebacking.

• Be awareofthemowerdischargedirectionanddonotpoint it at anyone. Do notoperate the mowerwithouteitherthe

entiregrasscatcheror the guardinplace. Slowdownbeforeturning.

• Neverleavea runningmachineunattended.Alwaystumoff

blades,set parkingbrake, stopengine, and remove keys beforedismounting.

• Turnoff blades when notmowing. Stop engine before removinggrasscatcheror unclogging

chute.

• Mowonlyindaylightorgoodartificiallight.

• Do not operatethe machinewhile underthe influenceof

alcoholordrugs, Watchfortrafficwhenoperatingnearorcrossingroadways.

Use extracarewhenloadingorunloadingthe machineinto a trailerortruck.

IL SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover

accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution, if you cannot back upthe slope or ifyou feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down elopes, not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

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

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will nothave to stop or shift while on the slope,

• Follow the manufacturer's recom_nandations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual Do not make sudden changes inspeed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

• Donotturnonslopesunlessnocessary, andthen, tumslowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over ifa wheel isover the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

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

• Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe

ground.

• Do not t4segrass catcher on steep slopes. 2

IlL CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence ofchildren. Children are oftenattracted tothe machine

and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain

where you last saw them.

Keep childrenout of the mowingarea and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injuredor interfere with safe machine operation. Never allow children to operate the machine.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

Use extra care inhandling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors,

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts,especiatly bladeattachment bolts,tight

and keep equipment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regulady. Keep machine free ofgrass, leaves, orother debrisbuild-up.

Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

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

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running, Grass catcher components are subject towear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended pads, when nec-

essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONiH BECOME ALERT!i! YOUR

I & Look for this symbol to point out impor- I

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental startin|l when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Centre/Department We have competent, well-

trained technicians andthe proper tools toservice or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill

enable you to assemble and maintain yourtractor properly. Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".

MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 20 GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG./SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W.30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARKPLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .025")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004-.006

EXHAUST: .004-.006

GROUND SPEED(MPH): FORWARD: 0- 5.5

REVERSE: 0-2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT,

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available onthis prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

• Followa regular schedule in maintaining,caring for and

using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual,

CHARGINGSYSTEM: 15 AMPS @3600 RPM BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE: UlR

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. LBS.

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

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unlessthe engine's exhaust system isequipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable localor state laws

(ifany). Ifa spark arrester isused, itshould be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your

nearestSears AuthorizedService Centre/Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

cuSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-19

WARRANTY .................................................................. 4

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... ,... 6-9

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25

STORAGE ................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 27-28

REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ................................. 30-47

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-52

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................ BACK COVER

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR (RIDING EQUIPMENT)

ForTwo (2) yearsfromdate ofpurchaseSearsCanada,Inc.willrepairorreplaceat Searsoptionfreeofchargepartswhichare defectiveas a resultofmaterialorworkmanship.

FULL ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For One (1) year from date of purchase,if any batteryincludedwith this ridingequipmentprovesdefectivein materialor workmanshipandourtestingdeterminesthebatterywillnotholda charge,Searswill replacethebatteryat nocharge.

COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE WarrantyonRidingEquipmentusedforcommercialorrentalpurposes islimited toninety (90) days.

This Warranty does NOT cover:

1. Pre-dellvery set-up.

2. Tire replacement or repaircaused by puncturesfrom outside objects (such as nails,thorns, stumps, or glass).

3. Expendable Items which become worn during normal use,such as blades, spark plug,sir cleanersend belts.

4. Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including damaged jeokshaft or mandrel end the

failure to operateand maintain theequipment accordingto the Instructionscontained In the Owner's Manual,

5. InHome service.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Riding Equipment to the nearest Sears Service Cantre/Depadmant in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product isin use inCanada.

This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitationon how long an implied

warranty will last so the above limitationsmay not apply to you.

SEARS CANADA, INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full slze

_) Shoulder

olt 5116-18

(1) Knob

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(3) etainer Springs

(double loop)

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

_ Mulcher

Steering

Wheel

I; "1

Owner's Manual

Parts Bag

Plate

L I I I

I I

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(2) Screws #10 x 518 (2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10

(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(2) Hex Bolts 114-20 x 3/4

(2) Keps Nuts 1/4-20

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Washers 3/8

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

Gauge lock Nuts

Wheels Q

1_(2) Front Link Assemblies _ <_

U (2) Latch Hook Wheel Insert

t" -_'t t I _ Steedng

Assemblies .,

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

(2) Center-

(2) Keys

Steering Sleeve

Slope Sheet

Extension

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) 1/2" wrench (1) Pliers When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

(1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) Utility knife (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet

(1) 3/4" wrench

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 5).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all fourcorners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

WHEEL INSERT

CKNUT

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

___-_ STEERING

STEERING _____ WHEEL WHEEL _

ADAPTER _b!_TABS

EXTENSION

_= _jSTEERING SHAFT

,--- STEER,.O

! _ I II

i-,_,_,_- _li ,',t

#7,"_,,_---_,_ J "") ,',t

_'-'_.,.i".I 4, ,,,

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATrACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Remove Iocknut and large flat washer from steering shaft.

Positionfront wheels ofthe tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.

• Align tabs and press steering sleeve extwention into

_bottom of steering wheel.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

• -Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut

and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FORAND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation

section for location and function of controls)

• Pressliftlever plungerand raise attachment liftlever to

itshighest position. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

the Operation section ofthis manual).

• Roll tractor forward oft skid.

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- tive caps and discard.

• If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum ofone hourat 6-10 amps.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown• Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely•

• Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doorsfor:

• Inspection forsecure connections (totighten hard

• Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

DISCARD

TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS

any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before

connecting battery, remove metal

bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings,

etc.

Positive terminal must he connected first to prevent sparking from acci- dental grounding.

ware).

KEPS HEX BOLT

PosmvE

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.

Do not tighten,

• Lower seat intooperating position and sit on seat.

• Slideseat untila comfortable positionis reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER BOLT

FLAT

ADJUSTMENT KNOB

FIG. 3

WASHER

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factoryfor

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS on page 3of this manual•

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual•

FIG. 2

(BLACK)CABLE

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 4 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment liftcontrol, Engage park- ing brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts.

Swing anti-sway barto left side of mower deck.

• Slide mower under tractorwith discharge guard to right

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.

Install one front link in tophole of the R.H. front mower

bracket and R.H. front suspension bracket. Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown. Install secondfront linkinL.H. front suspension bracket

only and retain with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

• Place the L.H. suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm.

Retain with double loop retainer springwith loops down

as shown.

• Slide left side of mower back and installthe unattached front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown,

Place the R.H. suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower

to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down

as shown.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspension. Raise mower to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO ADJUST GAUGE

WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual).

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower 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 shownfor replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual. Vedfy that the belts are routed correctly.

FRONT SUSPENSION

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

BRACKETS

SHOULDER BOLT

GAUGE WHEEL

3/SWASHER

USE PUERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

DOUBLE LOOP

CHASSIS (Outward pointing BRACKET deck pins)

3/8-16 CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER

SPRING

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

IDLER PULLEY

SUSPENSION ARMS

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

SINGLE

LOOP RETAINER

SPRINGS

DISCHARGE GUARD

FIG. 4

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 5 and 6)

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointingdown.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield inupright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole onfront of mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

WELD NUT HOOK POtNTS FROM THE TOP DOWN

LOCK WASHER

LATCH HOOK

WELD

NUT

LATCH LOCK

HOOK WASHER

WASHERS

MULCHER PLATE SCREW

FIG. 5

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 6

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFA CTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: / All assembly instructions have been completed.

/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/ Alltires are properly inflated. (For shippingpurposes,

the tires were ovednflated at the factory).

/ Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled side-to-side/

frent-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 stillsecure

and wires are propedy clamped.

/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

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

gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. / It isimportantto purge the transmission before operat-

ingyourtractorforthe firsttime. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions(See "TOSTART

ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in Opera- tion 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.

BAFIERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

I R N H L

FAST SLOW

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

MOWER LIFT

A'I-rACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

PARKING BRAKE

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrationswith yourtractor tofamiliarize yourself withthe locationofvarious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference,

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH

AMMETER POSITION

THROTTLE CONTROL

LIFT LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

FREE WHEEL CONTROL

APPRO_

SPEEDS:

FIG. 7

LIFT LEVER

IGNITION SWITCH

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

Our tractors conform to the safety standards ofthe Amedcan National Standards Institute.

AI"rACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH- Usedto engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER - Used toraise and lower mower deck orother

attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and startingthe engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.

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

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine. AMMETER - Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-).

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

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB- Used toadjustthe mower height.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing itsposition.

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OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result inforeign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result | in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor

or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Yourtractor isequipped 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.

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

• Place parking brake lever in"ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedalshould remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

THROTTLE CHOKE

CONTROL CONTROL

CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL

"BRAKE"

PosmoN

PUSH-INTO

"DISENGAGE"

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUTTO

"ENGAGE"

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop eng!ne. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED. (DEAD).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with theengine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTrLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Always operate engine atfull throttle.

Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle offers the best mower performance.

MORON CONTROLLEVER

"DRIVE" HEIGHT "ENGAGED"POSITION PosmoN ADJUSTMENT

KNOB "DISENGAGED"

POSITION

FIG. 8

PARING BRAKE

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

To stop mower blades,move attachment clutchswitch to =DISENGAGED position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into

full =BRAKE" position..

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to movethrottle controlto slowpositionand

allowing engine to idle before stoppingmay cause engine to "backfire".

• Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and remove key.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Use choke controlwhenever you are startinga 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

(See Fig. 8) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever, ° Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal,

• Slowly move motioncontrol lever to desired position,

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The cuttingheight is controlledby turningthe heightadjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

Turn knob clockwise (/'_) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (P'_) to lower cutting

height.

The cuttingheight range isapproximately 1-1/2" to 4". The

heights are measured 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 lawnshould becut 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.

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OPERATION

For best cuttingperformance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the f rst cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when theyare slightly offthe ground when mower is at the desired cuttingheight

in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain

conditions.

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor ona flat level surface. Ad ust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-

JUST MOWER CUTT NG HE GHT" n the Operat on section of this manual).

With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

GUAGE WHEEL

MOUN_NG BRACKET

F!G. 9

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 7 and 10)

Yourtrector isequipped withan 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.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch .

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control,

without either the entire grass catcher,

I& CAUTION: Do not operate the mower I

on mowers so equipped, or the dis- charge guard In place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ATI'ACHMENT

SWITCH PULL OUT TO LIFT LEVER

"ENGAGE"/ - / "HIGH" POSFrlON

!iN osc.,.o,

o @

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

dBk

I _ CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

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

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

• Ifstopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

_edal quickly to brake position and engage parking

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make allturns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11) When pushingortowing yourtractor, be sure todisengage

transmiss(on by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control islocated at the rear drawbar oftractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment liftcontrol.

• Pull freewheel controlknob out and hold in position by inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control

rod.

• Do not push ortow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truckor a trailer, be sure hood is closed

and secured totractor, Use an appropriate means oftying

hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope.

rake.

GUARD

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FIG. 11

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16)

• The engine inyour tractor has been shipped, fromthe factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil With tractor on level ground.

• 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 =OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili- ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads toseparation 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 stor- age 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 Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

I& AUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When starting the engine for the first time or ifthe engine

has run out of fuel, itwill take extra cranking time to move fuel fromthe tank to the engine.

Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en- gaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake.

• Place motioncontrol lever in neutral (N) position. Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.

Fora warm engine startattempt the choke controlmay

not be needed.

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

• Insertkey intoignition andturn keyclockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec- onds per minute. If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few

minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull

the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

to run roughly, pullthe choke controlout slightlyfor 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 upfor one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control insmall steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period

from several seconds to several minutes, dependir_g

on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before drivingthe unit in cold weather, the transmis- sion should be warmed up as follows:

• Be surethe tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neutral.

Release theparking brake and let theclutch/brake slowly return to operating position.

• Allowone minute for transmission to warm up. This

can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used duringthe engine warm- up period after the transmission has been warmed up

and may requira 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 beadjusted for best engine performance. See "TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

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PURGE TRANSMISSION •

I _ CAUTION:Neverengageordisengage I

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air insidethe transmission which may have devel- oped during shipping ofyour tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOU R TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

• Place tractor safelyon level surfacewithengine offand parking brake set.

6 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• 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

procedul'e three (3) times.

NOTE; During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air isbeing removed from hydraulic drive system.

• Move motioncontrolleverto neutral(N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake,

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• Sitting inthetractor seat, start engine. Afterthe engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5)feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever tothe neutral (N) position, Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation.

freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning.

MOWlNGTIPS

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.trim- ming.

,, Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has 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 (See Fig. 12).

15 FIG. 13

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

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

• Do notmow 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 throttlewhen mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material. Regulate ground speed byselect-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed

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

FIG. 12

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall ontothe lawnthey will disperse intothe grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

Avoidcuttingyour lawn when itis wet. Wet grass tends toform clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The besttime to mow your lawn is the earlyafternoon. At thistime the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

Forbest results,adjust the _'nowercutting heightsothat

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig. 13). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduceyour widthof cut on each pass and mow slowly.

Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re- quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-

pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

Change yourcuttingpattern frem week to week. Mow northtosouth one week then change to east towest the

nextweek. This will help prevent mattingand graining of the lawn.

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• MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL,.OASES "

ASYOUCOMP ETE O,-

Check Brake Operation _V'

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners V'_ V °

Lubrication Chart !l/

T Check Battery Level

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _V_s4

R Clean Battery and Terminals V _

Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension V's

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension V_s

Check Engine Oil Level I_ if Change Engine Oil _,3 if

E C!ean Air Filter ll_:_

Clean Air Screen I_'_

Inspect Muffler/SparkArrester If Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) ._jl.2

N Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug V / Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy toad or in high ambient temperatures. 5 oIf equipped With adjustable system.

;_ - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. . 6 - Not requirecl if equipped with maintenance-free battery. 3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours.

4 - Replace blades more often when moWing in sandy soil.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

lit2

7 - Tightenfrontaxle pivotboltto35 ft.*lbs, maximum,

DOnot overtighten,

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on thistractordoes not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must main-

tain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

_ _ENGINE®

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

Once a year you shouldreplace 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.

CLUTCH PIVOT(B)

®A AC.MENT-(l

SPINDLE ZERK®

P0 o , WBz :

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level,

Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation.

Check for loose fasteners.

® SAE 30 OR 10W3_OTOR OIL ® GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OiL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI- CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW- DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenperforminganymaintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractorrequiresmore thansix(6)feat stoppingdistance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO

ADJUST BRAKE"inthe Service and Adjustments sectionof this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure inall tires (See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemicals

which canharm rubber.

• Avoidstumps, stones,deep ruts, sharpobjects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To sealtire punctures and prevent flattires due to slow leaks,tiresealant may bepurchased from yourlocalpartsdealer.

Tire sealantalso prevents tire dry rotand corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCESYSTEM

Be sure operatorpresenceand interlecksystemsare work_'_j properly. Ifyourtractordoes notfunction asdescribed, repairthe

problemimmediately.

• The engineshouldnot startunlesstheclutch/brakepedal is fully depressed and attachementclutchcontrolis in the

disengagedposition.

• Whenthe engineis running,anyattemptbythe operatorto leave the seatwithoutfirst setting thepe_ng brakeshould shutoffthe engine.

When the engine is running and the attachmentclutchis engaged, any attempt by the operatorto leave the seat

shouldshutoffthe engine.

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

BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp.Replacebent

or damagedblades.

TRAILING CENTER EDGE UP HOLE

BLADE

FLAT

WASHER

HEX BOLT / " (GRADE 8)* "_ LOCK

WASHER

"A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SiX UNEB ON THE BOLT HEAD.

MANDREL ASSEMBLY

STAR

FIG. 14

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15)

NOTE: We do notrecommend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced bladewill cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a fileor on a gdnding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When usinga cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

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. Ifeither end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

- CENTER HOLE / j

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 14)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

• Remove hex bolt, leck washer andflat washer secudng blade.

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

IMPORTANT; TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR

ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown.

Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

FIG. 15

BATrERY

Yourtractor hasa batterychargingsystemwhichissuff_ent for normal use. However,periodicchargingofthe batterywithan

automotivechargerwillextenditslife.

• Keep battery and terminalsdean.

• Keepbatteryho_stight.

• Keep srr_l ventholes open.

• Rechargeat 6-10 amperes for 1hour. TO CLEAN BATIERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosionand dirton the battery and terminals can cause the betteryto "leak" power.

• Remove terminalguard.

• DisconnectBLACK batterycable first then RED battery

cableand removebattery fromtractor.

17 * Rinse thebatterywifhplainwater and dry.

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• Cleanterminalsand batterycableendswithwirebrush until TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 16)

bright.

Coat terminals withgrease orpetroleum jelly. Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" inthe As-

sembly section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

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

Do notattempt to clean fan ortransmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possibledamage to seals, no not use high pressure water

or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect coolingfan tobe sure fan bladesare intactand clean.

• Inspect cooling fins fordirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or highpressure sprayer.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

nance is not required forthe life ofthe transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your

nearest authorized service center/department. V-BELTS

Check V-belts fordeterioration and wear after 100 hoursof operation and replace if necessary, The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slipfrom wear.

Determine temperature range expected before oilchange. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG orSH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

Remove drain plug. After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPEClFICATIONS"section of this manual.

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be

sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

,- !1

AIR SCREEN |l _-.,J_-___-J_,, _

ENGINE

LU BRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-20" 0" 30"

-30" -20° -10° 0" 10" 20° 30" TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once ayear ifthe tractoris notused for 50 hoursinone year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oillevel.

...._..._q....-__ PLUG

FIG. 16

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

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

fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at alltimes. Every 100 hours ofoperation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shroudsare

reinstalled. NOTE: Operatingtheenginewithablocked grassscreen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re- moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

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AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100

hours ofoperation orevery season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

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

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Cieancartridgebytappinggentlyonflatsurface. Ifvery

dirty or damaged, replace cartddge.

• Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE.

CARTRIDGE

OIL RLTER

FIG. 18

MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded mufflerand spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARKPLUGS

Replace spark plugs 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" on page 3 ofthis manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

The fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. Iffuel

filterbecomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointingtowards carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER_

FIG, 17

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 18) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every otheroil

change ifthe tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year.

• Unscrew old fUterby turning countemlockwise. Usea

suitable container to catch oil.

• Apply a thincoating of new engine oil to rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

• Install replacement oil filter by turning clockwise until

rubber gasket corltacts mounting surface, then tighten

filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.

Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE EN- GINE OiL" inthis section of this manual). For approxi-

mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

• Startengineandcheckforoilleaks. Correct any leaks

before placing engine into full operation.

;LAMP

CLAMP , FUEL FILTER

FIG. 19

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 20)

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas- sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer spdngs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms from deck.

• Raise attachment lift to its highest position.

• Remove two retainer spdngs from each front link and remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt from electdc clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" inthe Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjustthe mowerwhile tractor isparked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual).

Iftires are overor underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22)

Raise mower to its highest position. Atthe midpointof bothsides of mower, measure height

from bottomedge ofmower to ground. Distance"A" on both sides ofmower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only. To raise oneside ofmower, tighten liftlink adjustment

nut onthat side.

To lower oneside of mower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

NOTE: Eachfull turnof adjustment nut willchange mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM BoI-rOM EDGE OF /'-I"h _ _ EDGE OF MOWER TO I I1_ _11 _ MOWER TO

SUSPENSION ARMS

CHASSIS

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

ADJUSTMENT LIFT NUTS LINKS

RETAINER SPRINGS

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

GBO "D',NE

FIG. 21

FRONT SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

"SPRINGS

BRACKET

FIG. 20

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_0 ARMSUSPENSION

LIFTLINK

JL AO,OSTM°NT

NUT

FIG. 22

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24)

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 housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis- tance "D" directly infront and behind the mandrel at bottom

edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8".

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

length as other link.

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

When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosennut "F" from trunnion on

both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 25) -

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

• Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove

cover.

• Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlersto see thatthey rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm

and bolt in mower housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 25) -

• Installbelt in bothidlers. Make sure belt isin both belt keepers at the idlersas shown.

Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

• Roll belt into upper groove of L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Carefully check belt routing making sure beltis in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble LH. mandrelcover.

SCREWS

LH. r------------7_ IDLER ELECTRIC MANDRELI_._ PULLEYS CLUTCH

COVER'_--_-- ;. PULLEY

MOWER

BELT

L.H.

FIG. 23

BOTH FRONT LINKSMUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "E"

NUT"F"_ _

_ FRONTLINK

FRONTLINK_ _ TRUNNION

FIG. 24

PRIMARY IDLER ARM

BELT KEEPERS

FIG. 25

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

• Remove mower drive belt(See "TO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual). Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual).

• Remove screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing.

• Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and L.H. mandrel pulley,

• Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

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

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

• Install new belt inlower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in

all grooves properly.

• Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein- stall R.H. mandrel cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See =INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual).

• Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section ofthis manual).

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27)

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

if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at highspeed in highestgear, then brake mustbe adjusted.

• Depressclutch/brake pedaland engage parkingbrake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut against nut "A".

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au- thorized service center/department.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT "A""

OPERATING ARM

LH. MOWER

MANDREL BLADE CENTER

IDLER ARM

SPRING

DRIVEBELT MANDREL

SWAY-BAR BRACKET

FIG. 26

IDLER

PULLEY

SCREW

RoHo

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY

CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

FIG. 27

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 28)

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

bottom side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

• Disconnect clutch wire harness.

• Remove clutch Iocator.

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward roaroftractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades.

• Pull belttoward front oftractor and remove downwards from around electric clutch.

• Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

ELECTRIC -_ CLUTCH

CLUTCHING / IDLER

STATIONARY j IDLER

TRANSMISSION _ _ ............

INPUT PULLEY f,:::'i"_

FIG. 28

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT(See Fig. 29)

The motion controllever hasbeen preset at thefactory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front ofthe dght rear wheel, and lightlytighten.

• Start engine and move motioncontrollever untiltractor

does not move forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off.

While holdingmotion control lever inplace, loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move motion controllever to the neutral (N) (lock gate)

position.

• Tighten adjustment boltsecurely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjust- ment•bolt, move mower deck heightto the lowest position.

CLUTCH WIRE

HARNESS

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps

forward or backward while motion control lever is inneutral position, follow these steps:

Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engineand test.

• Iftractorstillcreeps, repeat above steps untilsatisfied.

MOTION CONTROL NEUTRAL LEVER LOCK GATE

ADJUSTMENT BOLT

FIG. 29

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMIS- SION" in the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Ifsteering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-

ingwheel andreassemble per instructionsintheAssembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The frontwheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 30)

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ringand washers toallow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

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

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

AXLE COVER

'_SQUARE KEY(REAR

WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 30

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 31)

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

I CAOT'O"''eadacidba"er'esgene'[

Ifyour battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA- TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

To remove cables, reverse order -

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

• RED cable last from both batteries.

teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

FIG. 31

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder outof the hole in the backside of the grill.

• Replace bulbin holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole inthe backside of the grill.

• 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 of this manual.

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 ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 32)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand infrent of tractor. Grasp hoodat sides, tilttoward engine and lift off oftractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT WIRE

CONNECTOR

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 34) The choke control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

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

• Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner.

• Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

curely.

• Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractorto an authorized service center for repair

and/or adjustment.

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

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

STOP

FIG. 32

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 33)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment shouldnotbe necessary. Checkadjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttlecontrol lever to

fast position.

• Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pullcable back until swivel is

against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

SWIVEL CLAMF

FIG. 33

CLAMP SCREW

FIG.34

SCREW

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STORAGE

the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or

_ore.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a pedod of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" inthe Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts end screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

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

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a pedod 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 Cus- tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come incontact with battery

terminals.-

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

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

ENGINEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

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

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

• Use fresh fuelnext season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s). Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s). Tum ignitionkey to"START" positionfora few seconds

to distribute oil

• 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 protectionfrom dust and dirt.

• Cover yourtractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allowscondensation toform and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

Page 27

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

wig not start

Herd to start

Engine will not turn over

CAUSE

1. Out offuel.

2. Enginenot=CHOKED"propedy.

3. Engineflooded.

4. Badsparkplug,

5. Dirtyair filter.

6. Dirtyfuelfilter,

7. Water infuel.

8. Loose or damaged widng.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

t0. Enginevalvesoutofadjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1, Clutchrbrake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged widng. 7, Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

CORRECTION

1. Fillfuel tank.

2. See =TOSTART ENGINE"in Operationsection.

3. Wait severalminutesbeforeattemptingtostart.

4. Replacesparkplug. 5, Clean/replaceair filter.

6. Replacefuel filter.

7. Drainfuel tankand carburetor,refilltankwithfresh

gasolineandreplacefuelfilter.

8. Checkallwidng.

9. See =ToAdjustCarburetor"inServiceAdjustments

section.

t0. Contact an authorizedservicecenter/department.

1. Clean/replace air filter,

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battee/. 4, Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refillwith fresh gasoline.

6. Check all widng.

7. See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact an authorized service centerldepartment.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng. 7, Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/raplace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/departmant.

Engine clicks but will not start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1, Weak ordeadbattery.

2. Corrodedbatteryterminals.

3. Looseor damagedwiring.

4. Faultysolenoidorstarter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3, Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter. 8, Stale or dirty fuel. 9, Water in fuel.

10, Spark plug wire loose. 11, Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged widng.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15.

Enginevalvesoutof adjustment.

1. Wom, bentor looseblade.

2. Bent blademandrel.

3. Loose/damagedpart(s).

1, Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all widng.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1. Set in "HigherCut"position/reducespeed,

2. Adjustthrottle contro!.

3. Clean undersideof mowerhousing.

4. Cleaniraplaceair filter.

5. Checkoillevel/changeoil.

6. Clean and regap orchangesparkplug. 7, Replacefuel filter,

8. Drainfuel tank and refillwithfresh gasoline.

9. Drainfuel tank andcarburetor,refilltank withfresh gasolineandreplacefuel filter,

10. Connectand tightensparkplugwire.

11. Clean engineair screen/fins.

12. Cleardraplecemuffler.

13. Check all widng.

14. See "To AdjustCarburetor"in ServiceAdjustments

section.

15. Contactan authorizedservicecenter/department.

t. Replaceblade. Tightenbladebolt.

2. Replaceblademandrel.

3. Tightenloose part(s). Replacedamagedparts.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mower bledeswilt not rotate

Poor grassdlscharge

CAUSE

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 4, Bent blade mandrel.

5. C_ogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstructioninclutchmechanism.

2. Worn/damagedmowerdrivebelt.

3. Frozenidlerpulley.

4. Frozenblademandrel.

1. Enginespeedtooslow.

2. Travelspeedtoofast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mowerdeck notlevel.

5. Lowluneventire air pressure.

6. Worn, bentor looseblade.

7. Buildup of grass,leavesand trashundermower.

8. Mower ddvebeltworn.

9. Bladesimproperlyinstalled.

10. Improperbladesused.

11. Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildupof

grass,leaves,andtrasharoundmandrels.

CORRECTION

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Removeobstruction.

2. Replace mowerdrivebelt.

3. Replaceidlerpulley.

4. Replaceblademandrel.

1. Place thro_e control in "FAST" position.

2. Shift to stower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Batterywill notcharge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires" whenturning engine

"OFF"

1. Switch is=OFF'.

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Fauity light switch.

4. Loose or damaged widng.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery call(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (lt so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in"disengaged_position.

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

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

Enginethrottlecontrolnotsetat =SLOW" positionfor 30 secondsbeforestoppingengine.

1. Turn switch =ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replece light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replacebattery.

2. Check/cleanallconnections.

3. Replaceregulator.

4. Replacealternator.

1. Place freewheel control in=engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission,

1. Move throttlecontrol to "SLOW"positionand allow

toidlefor 30 secondsbeforestoppingengine.

Page 29

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL) wHnE

_ BLA_

)G AI_ 1

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED

I I

l I

RED (

• BLACK I A = I

• SEAT SWITCH I(_Q"_ =;

(NOT OCCUPIED) [ D J

I 1

i _ (DISENGAGED)

I I I I

O Ii GREEN

I I I

iP,O

BLACK

SOLENOID

BED

= STARTER

WHITE BLACK

O: E_.L_EC_T_RI_C_C_I.UTC_H

I " RED I I

FH=

©' I .... ,

I 1

,85 86 ,

.....

II OPERATOR

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M+G+A"

RUN/LIGHT B + A1

RUN B + A1

START B + S + A1

"MAKE"

NONE A2+L NONE

NONE

UEL, l

NE',I

I I BLACK

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

O_GE

/8608Sl

L 30 J

(_MP DC @ 3600 RPMREGULATOR YELLOW

IGNITION PLUGS GAP

UNIT i "_ (2 PLUGS ON

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

BROWN

RELAY

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS I H B

NOTE: IFWIRING INSULATED OFF C+ G,B+ H

I POSITION CIRCUIT

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR ON C+F,B+E,A+D SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY • O D A

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

I_ SPARK

' I'WlN CYL. ENGINES)

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

(REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

HEADLIGHTS

PTO SWITCH

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

BLACK

GFC

Page 30

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

21 22

I \ I I

I I

/ \

I I

I /

f / 70

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Page 31

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 163465 2 74760412 8 7603J

10 145211 11 150109

12 145769

16 153664

18 17720408

19 STD551125 20 73350400 21 166184 22 4152J 24 8860R

25 146148 26 166180 27 73510400 28 145491 29 160784 30 163968 33 140403 40 166166 42 131563 43 145673

45 122822X

50 154963

55 17490508

70 166668

79 163996

80 146685

81 109748X

Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 314

Tray Battery

Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7,5 Holddown Battery FrontMount

Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Battery Switch Interlock

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

Washer Lock 114

Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Uric : Harness Asm Light W/4152J

Bulb Light #1156

Cable Battery 6 Ga 17"red Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire,red

Fuse 15 Amp

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc Cable Ground

Switch Plunger OP Olive Switch Ign

Key Ign Harness Ign

Cover Terminal Red

Solenoid

Ammeter

Switch PTO 3PDT Red Delta Screw Thdro 15/16-18 x 1/2

Harness Eng Bulbholder Asm Incandescent SV

Harness Clutch Evx Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

Page 32

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

160

160 _/

74 3

38_39

Page 33

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

10 STD533710 11 163455

13 163456 : 17 161023X558

19 164863 20 162026 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 160564X558 29 161235 30 154791X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 139886 39 139887 54 161464 58 161236

140 158418 142 165867

143 154966 144 154207 145 156524 154 161897 155 161900 156 163805 157 163806

158 162037 159 155123X428 160 162967 161 164655

1 165583

2 140356 3 17490612 9 163976

59 110436X 60 STD533707

64 162025 74 STD541437

Chassis Stamping Drawbar, Stretch Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Dash Stealth YTGT 2cyl Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel Dash Lh Panel Dash Rh

Hood Asm Pnt YTGT Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

Plate Battery STY-r

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

Grille

Lens Fender Footrest STYT Pnt

Bracket Support Fender Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 112TYT

Bracket, Asm. Pivot, L.H., Mower Rear Bracket, Asm. Pivot, R.H+, Mower Rear

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 718 Duct Hood

Bushing Snap Split BIk Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16une x 314

Dash Lower STYT Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bracket, Front Suspension Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood Bracket Dash Rh Bracket Dash Lh

Striker Plate YTGT

Magnet YTGT Bracet Parking Brake Cupholder Stl Black Fastener Nut pal Extrusion Bumper

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

TRACTOR--

MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

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DRIVE

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

1 150071

2 142431

3 143995 8 165866

9 160889 10 STD561210 14 10040400 16 STD541431 18 STD523710 19 STD541437 20 150280

21 130564

22 145627 23 154978

24 STD541273 25 106888X

26 STD551037 27 STD561210 28 145204

29 124236X 30 130807

32 STD523107 33 72140506

34 155071 35 120183X

36 STD551062 37 STD571810 38 131494 39 STD523727 40 4470J 41 165838 42 19131312 47 127783 48 154407 49 123205X 50 STD523715 51 STD541437

52 STD541431 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 STD523712 57 140294

59 140312 61 17490612 62 8883R 63 145868 65 STD551143

Transaxle Hydro 66 154778 Spring, Return, Brake 71 140158

Pulley, Transaxle 73 156347 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Stlt 74 121199X

Clutch Elect Evx801b 75 121749X Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 76 STD681075

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 77 123583X

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 Unc P 78 121748X Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uncx 1 Gr. 5 81 165591

Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 82 165711 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4-1/4 83 19171216

Knob, Deluxe 112-13 84 165815

Rod, Brake Hydro 89 164890X428

Bracket Asm Clutch Mtg Evx 90 124346X

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 93 142564

Spring, Brake Rod 94 140462 Washer 13132 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.. 95 144643

Pin Cotter 118x 3/4 CAD. 96 STD624003 Rod, Parking Brake 97 140469

Cap, Parking Brake 98 73510600 Bracket, Transaxle 100 19111216 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uncx3/4 102 141322

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 103 STD541350 Shaft, Foot Pedal 104 140156

Bearing, Nylon 105 71070516 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga 145 74490540

Pin, Roll 146 74490536 Pulley, Idler, Flat 147 74490524

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 2 3/4 150 165850 Spacer, Split 151 19133210

Keeper, Belt Idler Flat 156 166002 Washer 13/32 x 13116x 12 Gauge 157 153236

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 158 165589 Bellcrank Assembly 159 165494 Retainer, Belt 160 19292016

Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16x 1 1/2 161 72140406 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 162 73680400

Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 163 74780416 Link, Clutch 164 19091010

Spring, Return, Clutch 165 165623 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/4 166 166880

V-Belt, Ground Drive 168 165492 Keeper, Center Span 169 165580 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Washer

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Keeper Belt Engine Strap Torque Lh Hydro Strap Torque Rh Hydro Spacer, Split Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge E-Ring

Key, Square Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Shaft Asm. Cross Tapered 650 20 Spdng Torsion

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

Console, Shift

Nut Self Thd Wsh-Hd 1/4 Zinc Line Fuel Hydro 4" Fan, Hydro 7"

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Retainer Spring 1"Zinc/Cad Keeper Belt RhHydro 0750. 18/20"

Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 Unc

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Washer Beliville .501D x 1.50D

Nut, Hex, Jam Toplock 1/2-20 UNF Arm, Control Hydro

Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr.5 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 2-1/4 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Bushing Bellcrank

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc - 2A Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt Shoulder 5116-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Cross Shf. StlV

CRD

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

I p

, -;:::-!---:::: ..

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

" 19

11/

" 29

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428

2 154427 3 156483 4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X 7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R 10 156438 11 STD551137 12 73940800 13 154779 15 73901000 17 156543 18 57079

19 160395 22 165857 23 165851

25 154406 27 136874 29 17490612

32 139929

33 19111216

34 10040500

35 73810500

36 155105

37 152927

38 159946X428

40 STD541537

41 159945

42 163888

43 121749X

46 121232X

47 6855M 62 167905

65 154780 66 154404 67 74781044 68 154429 72 19182411 73 160135

79 19132012 80 74950612

Wheel Steering

Axle Asm STMP Dropped STL Spindle Asm LH

Spindle Asm RH Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga

Ring Klip #t5304-75 Bearing Col Strg BIk

Link Drag Extended Stamp

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf Bearing Axle STLT/GT

Nut Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc Shaft Asm Strg

Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033

Support Shaft Screw Hex Wshhd Torx

Shaft Asm Pittman Bracket Steering

Gear Sector Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Rod Tie BJ Solid 19 75 Mech Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer Lock Hlcl Spr 5/16 Locknut 5/16-24 Unf

Bushing Strg

Screw Insert Cap Strg Wh

Lock nut Adaptor Wheel Strg

Boot Steering

Washer 25132 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk Fitting Grease Kit, Steering Assembly Svc Spacer Axle Bearing Arm Pittman

Bolt, Fin Hex 518-11 UNC x 2-314 Axle, Brace

Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/20D 11Ga.

Extension Steering Premuim Washer 13132x 1 1/4 x 12 Ga

Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

5 6

KEY NO.

1 2 3

5 6 7 8

9 10 11

PART NO.

140124

140551

STD523710

19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17490616 19131614 155925

166369 121246X

DESCRIPTION Seat

Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga

Clip Push-In Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BlkZi Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1Ty-tt Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga,

Pan Seat Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut

Bracket Mounting Switch

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X 14 72050412

15 121249X 16 123740X 17 123976X 18 124238X 21 153236 22 STD541431 24 19171912 25 127018X

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Bushing Snap BIkNyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Spacer Split 28x .88 Zinc Spring Cprsn Plate 1.310 Ga Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Cap Spring Seat

Bolt Shoulder 5116-18 Unc Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18

Washer 17132 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

9 16

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 106202X 2 138047 3 163916

4 163917 5 164095 6 146046 7 165399

8 137259

9 163204

10 157140 11 167330

14,

DESCRIPTION

Reflector Tail Light Red/Amber Decal Battery Diehard Sears

Decal Hood RH Decal Hood LH

Decal Dash Hyd Decal V Belt Ddve Sch

Decal Hp Engine Decal Warning Mult-Language Decal Fender Husq

Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr Decal Pnl Dash Intek 20 V-Twin

KEY PART NO. NO.

12 166887 13 164657 14 160397 15 163206

16 164065 20 149517

-- 142341

-- 154515

-- 154516

-- 138311

-- 168529

-- 168530

DESCRIPTION Decal Mower EZ3

Decal Brake/Clutch Stlth EF

Decal V-Belt Schematic Decal Fender Auto

Decal StrngWhl Domed Prem Srs. Decal Bat Dan/Psn

Decal Drawbar Cntd Mvt. Hyd.

Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT

Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner's (English) Manual Owner's (French)

WHEELS & TIRES

2 _ 5,8

4,10

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X 4 59904 5 106732X427 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X427

9 122082X 10 7152J 11 104757X

-- 144334

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve

Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service Tube Front.(Service Item Only)

Rim Asm 6 front Service Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only) Rim Asm 8"rear Service

Tire R Ts 20x10-8 C Service Tube Rear (Service Item Only) Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

32 34

"17

I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I

Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,609810

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 164067

.......

4 149723

5 159955 6 160589 8 150176

10 162797 13 165391

14 13280336 15 13200300 16 STD551237 17 17490624 23 159880 25 164068 26 73920600 29 137180 31 157103 32 161696 33 123487X 34 106082X

35 17490512

37 8543R

38 .......

39 109227X 62 10040500 72 71070512 81 128861

102 164863 Screw Hw Hd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Control, Throttle

Engine (See Breakdown) B&S 407777-0121-E1

Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 LH Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH

Bolt 5/16-18UNC x 3/4 Shield Browing B&S Intek II

Muffler Gasket Nipple, Pipe

Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT

Washer, Lock Ext tooth 3/8

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Shield, Browning/Debris Guard

Control Choke Nut Keps 3/8-24 UNF

Arrester, Spark Tank, Fuel

Cap Gauge, Fuel Clamp, Hose BIk

Spacer, Pad Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 314

Line, Fuel 7.5 Plug, Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer) Pad, Idler

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

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MOWER LIFT

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

28 27

25 24

1718 20

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MOWER LIFT

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159461

2 159476 3 138284

4 STD581062

5 19211621

6 120183X 7 125631X 8 122365X

11 139865

12 139866 13 STD624008 15 127218 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73680800

19 139868 20 163552 23 110807X 24 19131016

25 164024 26 STD560907 27 164543 28 73350600 29 138057 30 150233 31 140302 32 73540600 36 155097 37 123935X

38 17490512 40 19112410 41 155098

49 145212

50 110452X

Wire Asm Inner W/Plunge5r Shaft Asm Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 21 Ga.

Beadng Nylon BIk .629 ID

Gdp Handle Fluted

Button, Plunger Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

Link Lift Rh Fixed Length Retainer Spring

Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion BIk Zinc

Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc Arm Suspension Rear

Spring Retainer Nut Special

Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga Spring

Pin Cotter 3/32 x 1/2 Rod Adjust LiftSTYT

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc Knob Infinite 3/8-16 Unc Black

Trunnion Infinite Height Bearing Pvt. Lift Spherical

Nut Lock 3/8-24

Pointer Height Indicator Plug Hole

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 314 Washer 11132x 1-112

Indicator Height STLT Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut Push Phos & Oil

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

116

117

!31_

119

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MOWER DECK

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

1 164210 3 138457 5 STD624008 6 130832 8 850857 9 STD551137

10 140296

11 163819

157033

159705

12 129895 13 137553

14 137152 15 110485X 16 140329 18 STD533106 19 132827 20 145055

21 STD541431 22 134753

23 131267 24 105304X 25 149287 26 110452X 27 157788 28 19111016 29 131491 30 157722 31 129963 32 153531 33 137266

34 144945 35 17490628

36 STD551037

Deck Weldment Mower 46 37 131494 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 38 156086

Retainer Spring. 39 144917 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 40 137273 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 41 17490620 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 42 122052X Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 43 144949

Vented 44 133943

Blade, 46" Mulching 45 14505.9 (Following Blades are Op!ional) 46 137729

Blade Hi-Lift Premium 46 (For 47 144959 better bagging, especially in wet 48 148763 conditions) 49 STD541437

Blade 46" Hi-Lift Bahia (For better 50 72110612 quality of cut in trash, pasture or 51 163390 bahia grass) 52 156493

Note: This blade does not work well 53 19131312 in good quality grasses! 54 74780616 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 55 72140608

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 72 19131616 (Includes Key No. 12) 92 73800600

Housing, Mandrel 101 145579 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 102 71161010 Stripper, Mower Round 103 STD551110 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 104 19061216 Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 105 160793 Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 106 2029J Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 116 137644 Stiffiner, Bracket 117 133957 Bracket, Deflector 118 73930600

Cap, Sleeve 119 19121414 Spring, Torsion, Deflector 126 144948

Nut, Push 127 146763 Shield, Deflector Mower -- 166222

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Rod, Hinge Screw Thd Rolling Washer Head Washer, Spacer Mower Vented - - 143651

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Pulley, Idler, Flat Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley, Idler, Driven Spring, Secondary 44/46/56 Vent Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt Spacer, Retainer Arm, Idler Secondary

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

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Washer, Felt

Pulley Idler 46 Pri Drive 97

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x I Gr.5 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1

Washer

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc. Cover, Mulching

Screw Washer, Lock #10

Washer Latch Asm. Bagger

Nut, Weld Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25 Deck Complete (Std. Deck-Order

separately mulcher plate and gauge wheel components Key Nos. 101- 106 and 116-118) Mandrel Asm. Service (Includes Key Nos. 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33)

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER319-0650

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

1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 2 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 4 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 53 142961 5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 6 142934 Bearing, Shaft Ball 58 142964 7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 59 142965 8 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30x52 x 13 62 142966

9 142937 Swashplate, Variable 63 142967 13 142938 Block, Cylinder Assembly 64 142920 14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 142969 15 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806

19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973

23 142944 Block, Cylinder Assembly 89 142974 24 142945 Seal, Lip 10 x 25 x 7 90 142975 25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976

26 150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 92 142977 27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978 28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917

29 142950 Washer 26x35x1 114 142918 30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980

34 142951 Oil Filter Element 134 144607 35 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 36 142953 Ring, Retaining 139 150775

37 142954 Arm, Actuating 140 150776 38 142955 Pin, Actuating

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 40 150778 Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC 41 142958 Brake Rotor/Stator Kit

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 Differential Assembly

Washer 314x 1.5 x .13 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

Shaft, Input

Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.38 Pin .5 GD x .43 ID x .750

Arm, Control

Puck, Dampener Set Screw

Spring Stud 5/16-24

Jackshaft Assembly Jackshaft

Screw, Cap Washer 7/16 x I x 1/2

Sleeve Bearing Seal, Wiper Spring, Block

Washer, Block Thrust Cap, Vent Assembly

Fitting, O-Ring Assembly

Spacer

Nut, Castle 5/16-24 Pin, Cotter

Spring, Compression

Nut, Hex 5/16-24

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BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

929t lO yl1_

267

216 188

222 @_

"k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 265

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR 267 INSTRUCTION MANUAL,

865 _ 46 _

447 _

_7A

1081

967

305 _

I 1019 LABEL KIT_

304

24_ 8551 _

41 lO17

148

865A_ , 163_

741

447A

447

51A_

51_550_

220

750

1058 OWNER'S MANUAL J

11036 EMISSIONS LABEL I

252L

691

54 _ 654 O

1027L--_ 53 1

1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT

%._ 51_'_ 883_

447A_

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,609810

BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

5AI 341t_ I -

41 40

868 @s_

_//;e"]_ 10221 .._ . •

11o°o

798 _ 192 61_

386-

240

121 CARBURETOR KIT

51 _ 117_ 11251

14_ 11281mI

1123_

1124_ 105_ 633@ 987@

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

276 _ 104 _=

387 _ 628 _"

918 0

211

278

\ _r REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS

1505 _ @I_Jam 1212_ TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR | I INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

1251 11251 1142I r] I

552 _ 51A_

552A

742 _ 61

404

552A

691

7_ 102-_,_

19..j_211_• _

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209

1123_ 137_

160_ 1127_J

117 _ 276_

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1123 _ 1124 _ 633 @

987@

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

74'_

63s

358 GASKET SET

3Q 2o_

276

9_ Sl_ 666@ _

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691_ 683(_J

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573 _ _

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697

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TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 944.609810

BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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

1 690231

2 499585 3 690926 4 690069 5 499587

5A 499595

7 690962 8 499601

9 690937 10 690960 11 690942 12 690945 13 690360 15 690946 16 691046 20 690947 23 691053 24 690974 25 499588

499589 499590

499591

26 499604

499605 499606

499607 27 690975 28 499582 29 499583 32 690976 33 499596 34 499597

35 690963 36 690963

40 690964

42 499586 45 690977 46 690978 48 692714 5O 690948 51 690949

51A 690950

53 690951 54 690953 73 691055 74 691057

75 691056

89 690238 95 690718

98 499802 104 690984 105 690985 108 690986 117 690232 117 690989 121 499811

122 690952 125 499804 130 690993 131 499605 133 499806 135 499603 137 690994 141 499607 142 499808 146 94368 150 281767 160 690996

CylinderAssembly Bushing-Cylinder

+ Seal-Oil

Sump-En_line

Head-CylinderNo. 1 Head-CylinderNo. 2

+_ Gasket-CylinderHead

BreatherAssembly

+ Gasket-Breather

Screw(BreatherAssy.)

Tube-Breather

+ Gasket-CrenkGase

Screw(CylinderHead) Plug-OilDrain

Crankshaft

+ Seal-Oil(PTO Side)

Flywheel

Key-Rywheal

PistonAssembl PistonAssembl 010 =O.S.)

PistonAssembl 020=O.S.) PistonAssembl 030" O.S.)

RingSet-Piston td.) RingSet-Piston )10 "O.S.)

RingSet-Piston'.020 =O.S.) RingSet-Piston=.030"O.S.)

Lock-PistonPin Pin-Piston

Rod-Connecting Screw(ConnectingRod)

Valve-Exhaust Valve-Intake

Spring-Valve(Intake) Spring-Valve(Exhaust)

Retainer-Valve

Keeper-Valve

Valve Tappet Cam Shaft

ShortBIock

Manifold-Intake +O_ Gasket-Intake +Oe Gasket-Intake

Stud(Carburetor)

Screw(Intake Manifold)

Screen-Rotating

Screw(RotatingScreen)

Washer(Flywheel)

Plug-Oil

Screw(ThrottleValve)

IdleSpeed Kit

• Pin-FloatHinge

• Valve-Roat Needle Valve-Choke

• Jet-Main (Standard) Jet-MainHighAltitude)

CarburetorOverhaulKit Spacer-Carburetor

Carburetor Valve-Throttle ThrottleShaftKit

Float-Carburetor FuelTransferTube

04, Gasket-FloatBowl

ChokeShaft Kit

• Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

O_ Gasket-Nozzle

Retainer-Solenoid

Std.)

163 691001 +-_ Gasket-Air Cleaner 177 691031 + O-Ring Seal (Dipstick)

187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required Length)

187A 691049 Line-Fuel 188 690960 Screw (Control Brecket)

192 690083 Adjuster-Rocker Arm 209 690018 Spring-Governor

211 690019 Spdng-Govemed Idle 212 691020 Link-Throttle

213 691021 Bracket-Choke Control 216 691022 Link-Choke

219 394348 Gear-Govemor 220 690412 Washer (Governor Lever)

222 691023 Bracket-Control 227 691046 Control Lever-Governor

231 690718 Screw (Choke Valve) 240 691035 Filter-Fuel

252 690956 Element-Breather 256 690957 Retainer-Element

258 690308 Screw (Engine Sump) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing 267 691044 Screw (Casing Clamp) 276 690997 +O_ Sealing Washer 278 690097 Washer (Gov. Control Lever) 287 690960 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 304 691004 Housing-Blower 305 691005 Screw (Blower Housing)

309 691262 Motor-Starter 310 691263 Bolt-Starter Motor 311 691264 Brush Set

332 690059 Nut (Flywheel) 333 691060 Armature-Magneto 334 691061 Screw(Armature) 337 691043 Spark Plug

358 499889 Gasket Set

363 691062 Flywheel Puller 383 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug 385 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump) 387 691034 Pump-Fuel 404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank)

405 690960 Screw (Back Plate) 445 691067 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 447 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover)

447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover)

462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 467 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner

474 691064 Alternator 501 691185 Regulator

505 691029 Nut (Gov. Control Lever) 510 497606 Drive-Starter

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 523 691036 Dipstick

525 691037 Dipstick Tube 526 690960 Screw (Regulator)

544 Armature-Starter (Service with 691262

552 690552 Bushing-Govemor Crank 552A 690553 Bushing-Governor Crank

556 691183 Screw (AItemator) 562 690311 Bolt (Gov. Control Lever) 573 691009 Plate-Back

578 691208 Wire Assembly 579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable)

601 691038 Clamp-Hose 615 690317 Retainer-Governor Shaft

616 691045 Crank-Governor 628 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket)

633 690998 O<_Seal-Choke Shaft

635 691210 Boot-Spark Plug

Starter Motor)

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR ' - MODEL NUMBER 944,609610

BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 691 690657 + GovernorShaftSeal

697 690372 Screw (Ddve Cap) 703 690010 Clip

718 690959 Pin-Locator

726 499612 Gear-Rin9 741 690980 Gear-Tirmng

742 690326 E-Ring Retainer 750 691033 Screw!Oil PumpCover)

783 693058 Gear-Pinion 788 691039 Fuel PumpBracket

789 691220 Hamess-Wiring 797 693167 Screw(BrushRetainer) 798 690967 Screw(RockerArm) 801 691283 Cap-Ddve

802 691286 Cap-End 803 Housing-Starter(Servicewith691262

847 499602 Dipstick/TubeAssembly

851 691234 Terminal-Cable 855 691011 Adapter-Air

865 691012 Cover-AirGuide 865A 691014 Cover-AirGuide 866B 691015 Cover-AirGuide 868 690968 +_ Seal-Valve

871 690969 Bushing-Guide

877 399916 AItematorConnector/Wire

878 691237 Hamass-Altemator

881 690999 Plate-Cover 883 690970 +_ Gasket-Exhaust

914 690960 Screw (RockerCover) 918 691040 Hose-Vacuum

929 691003 Screw (ChokeControlBracket) 934 691058 Screw (Fan Retainer)

943 690589 + O-RingSeal (Oil PumpCover)

947 499809 Solenoid-Fuel 965 499613 Oil PumpCover

967 691016 Filter-Pre-Cleaner

968 499768 Cover-AirCleaner

975 499810 Bowl-Float 977 499812 GasketSet-Carburetor 987 691000 O,e Seal-ThrottleShaft

993 690234 Q¢ Gasket-Plate

1005 691243 Fan-Flywheel 1006 691247 Retainer-Fan

1013 690954 Nipple-OilFilter 1017 690770 Oi/Pump Screen

1019 690103 LabelKit 1022 690971 +-_Gasket-RockerCover

StarterMotor)

1023 499599 1023A 499600 1024 499054 1026 690981 1026A 690982 1027 690041

1029 690972 1033 499890

1035 691042

1036 499783 1051 691265 1058 273694 1081 691032 1090 691293 1100 690973

1123 690987 1124 690988 1125 690990 1126 690991 1127 690992 1128 690990

407777-027-E1 ReplacementEngine

+ Includedin GasketSet, Ref. No.358

• IncludedinGasketSet, Ref. No. 121

IncludedinGasketSet, Ref. No. 977

IncludedinGasketSet, Ref. No.1033

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Cover-Rocker(CyLNo. 1)

Cover-Rocker(Cyl.No. 2) Pump-Oil Rod-Push(Steel) Rod-Push(Aluminum)

Filter-Oil RockerArm

ValveOverhaulKit Shaft-Pump

EmissionsLabel

Ring-Retaining

Owner'sManual

+ O-RingSeal (DipstickTube)

Retainer-Stash

RockerArmPivot

O4,O-Ringseal (SolenoidRetainer) @_O-RingSeal-FuelTransferTube

• Screw (CoverPlate)

Screw(Fuel TransferTube

Screw(Float Bowl)

• Screw(CarburetorNozzle)

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SERVICE..........................:NOTES_

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SERVICE .... ' "

NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

_r _

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN'HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I greater than 15°.), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

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

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SEARS

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

944.609810

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

2OHP

ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number, Each engine has its own model number.

The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housingof the engine.

All partslisted heroin may be ordered from any Sears Canada, Inc, Ser- vice Centre/Department and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GWE THE FOLLOWING

INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT - TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 944.609810

• ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 407777-0121-E1

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

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service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.., profes-

sionaltechnicians specificallytrained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we servicewhat we sell.

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JUST CALL ONE OF THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS TO PLACE YOUR

ORDER. IF CALLING LOCALLY:

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Vancouver - 420-8211

ALL OTHER AREAS CALL 1-800-665-4455

168529 1.6.99 RD

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Craftsman 944.609810 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual