Poulan Pro 270451 User Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODELNO.270451

13.5HP38INCH

II

LAWNTRACTOR

• Assembly

• Operation

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:

call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886

Maintenance

• Service and Adjustments

• Troubleshooting

• Repair Parts

174207 Rev. 3 5.15.02 RD/SV/MH

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Safety Rules ......................................... 2

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

Assembly .............................................. 7

Operation ............................................ 10

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 16

Maintenance ....................................... 16

Service and Adjustments .................... 20

Storage ............................................... 25

Troubleshooting ................................. 26

Repair Parts ........................................ 30

Warranty ............................................. 46

IMPORTANT- This cutting machine is ca-
pable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the

following safety instructions could result

in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

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

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.

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

drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or
unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

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

large percentage of riding mower-
related injuries. These operators
should evaluate their ability to operate
the riding mower safely enough to
protect themselves and others from
serious injury.

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 up the slope or if you feel
uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

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

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-
stacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

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

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-
weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change
the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

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DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.

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

• Do nottry to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if
children enter the area.

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

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

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching

blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other
objects that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.

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

with the engine running. Allow en-

gine 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 heat-

er.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

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

• Never make adjustments or repairs
with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

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

them.

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

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

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children
even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

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

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

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if
children enter the area.

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

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),
not across.

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

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overtum the
machine. Tall grass can hide obsta-

3 cles.

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

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and
gradually downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEAWARE!!!YOUR

_FETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION; In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs

always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply
with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when
towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too
heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. "]3res can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control

,_YwAOur tractor.

RNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS
CAPACITY UNLEADED
AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F

API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

OILCAPACITY: 3 PTS

_PARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RJ19LM OR J19LM
VALVE INTAKE: .005"-.007"
CLEARANCE: EXHAUST:.009"-.011"

GROUND SPEEDFORWARD:
(MPR): 1ST 1.1

2ND 2.2
3RD 3.4
4TH 4.3

5TH 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI
PRESSURE: REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING 9 AMPS@3600 RPM
SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN.CCA: 190
CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS
TORQUE:

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

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-covered land unless
the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable
local or state laws (if any). If a spark

arrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the opera-

tor.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands. A
spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest authorized service
center/Department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a New Tractor. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and
performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest authorized service center.
We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to
service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

5

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

_L Steering Wheel

Adapter

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

_(1)Knob

Keys

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

Seat

(1) Washer

_St_oeritg

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

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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. Review the video cassette before
you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.
(1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers
(1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 5/16" wrench (1) Tire pressure

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten
securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

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

where tractor is to roll off skid.

Steering Wheel Insert

o,t

,___./3/8 Lock Washer

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts
and parts cartons from carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

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

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower
steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and
install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab
slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steering shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter.

__e Flat Washer

Steering Wheel

Steering Boot_ _abs

Adapter _

j Extension Shaft

5/16 Locknut

"=_5/16 Hex Bolt

Lower Steering ,,_--_., _
Shaft _ "F_"""'-÷-',

_. '__,_ _ Tab

J "- " ' Slots

,.':;

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CHECK BATTERY

• Lift seat pan to raised position and
open battery box door.

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

(label located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BAI-rERY" in
Maintenance section of this manual for

charging instructions).

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Ba_e_ Box

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat
washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of
seat to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from
the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

• 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 into operating position and
sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position

is 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.

Shoulder Seat Pan f_-f---_'_ II

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor from

the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge
guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

,_ WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is

clear of other people and objects.

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

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

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

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

• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

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

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

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

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

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that
follow.

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-
flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive
belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing
should be properly leveled. See 'q-o

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

manual.

CHECKBRAKESYSTEM

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.

/CHECKUST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WlSHTO
ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND
SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/All assembly instructions have been

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).
,z Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.
,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for

best cutting results. (Tires must be

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

they are routed properly around

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

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

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

regular unleaded gasoline.
J' 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.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

f

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

WARNING

LOCKED

j

@l k

LIGHT

MOWER LIFT

R N H L

ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

!

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

10

FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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

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

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

Attachment

Clutch Ignition Switch

Lever

•" ." Plunger

Throttle/Choke

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/

Brake Pedal

o Height

Adjustment
Indicator

Brake Lever

Gearshif

\

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards

Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used
to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your
tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting

and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to
release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake
position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any
adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over
spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut oft the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "EN-
GAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal
should remain in =BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever
"Engaged" Position

Throttle/Choke

Control

\

Clutch/ "Disengaged"
Brake Position

Pedal Parking

Brake
"Engaged"

Position

Gearshift
Lever

"Brake" "Disengaged"
Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• TO stop mower blades,move attach-
ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

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

will cause the battery to be discharged,
(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor
completely, as described above, before
leaving the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging

and mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired
position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

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

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TO ADJUST MOWER cu'n'ING

HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are
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 lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.

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

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

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment

clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.
_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place. Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged" Position

_mnt

Lift Lever
High Position

Low

Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_JkCAUTION: Do not drive up or down

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

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

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.

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

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

brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be
sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

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

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

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

• When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope,
cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER
ATrACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. -13res can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

Position

Shield 13

BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been

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

• Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.

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

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, 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 Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance 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
within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

Bess.

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 to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions

for additional information. Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may

OCCUr.

_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

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

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time
or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel
from the tank to the engine.

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

parking brake.

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

• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-
GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after
several attempts, move throttle control
to fast position, wait a few minutes and
try again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the
choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and
above)

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

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

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and
below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to

fast position. This may require an
engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-
ing on the temperature.

• The attachments can also be used
during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-
mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

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MOWING TIPS

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

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

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

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

• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform
cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two
rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tail, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried
clippings. Make first cut relatively
high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

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

• Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing

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

the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

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

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Ch6ck Brake Operation _V r

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Int_dock Systems If

R CheckforLooseFasteners V# _7 If /

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I_4

T Lubrication Chad _ If

0 Check BaRe,"/Level

R Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling !_
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension II_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tens_n !,_s

Check Engine Oil Level V w
Change Engine Oil _t2,= V'

E Clean Air Filter Vw2
N CleanAirScreen _z

G Inspect Muffier/Spark Arrester if

Oil Filler

Replace

NI (if equipped) _.z

E Clean Engine Cooling Fins 1_2

Replace Spark Plug _#z if

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter I_

1 "Ch_r'cJemore oldenwhen opemling Lmder a heaw load or i_ h_ amblenl tempemtum¢_ 5 - If equipped with adjuslBble system.
2 - Se_ice morn of_n when operating kl dirty or dusty coP_16ons. 6 - Not required if equipped with _n_u_e-_ee batte_y.
3 - If equipped with oil filer, changoOllever/50 hours, 7 - 3_htan ftor,t axle pivot bo_ l_ 35 It_1_1.mm_mum.

4 - Replace 1:4ad_ moseo_en when mow_g in san_ scd+ DO no_o_dighi_.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual.

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

tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last

longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

Bearing

Bearing Zerk

Zerk

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(_SAE OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

_)REFER TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE"

SECTION

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

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

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant

16 sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be
adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can
harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

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

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your
tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in
the disengaged position.

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

• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

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

seat.

BLADECARE
For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

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

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as
shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem-
bly, 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.

Trailing Edge Up

Flat Washer
Lock Washer

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolthead.

TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but it you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.

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

cause excessive vibration and eventual
damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a

file or on a grinding wheel. Do not

attempt to sharpen while on the

mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need

a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a

cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions
supplied with balancer.)

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain
in a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen
the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

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Blade Center

/

_-'-Hex Bolt i

Center Hole

Mandrel Assembly

Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging

system which is sufficient for normal use.
However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend

its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or
covers. Adding or checking level of
electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BAI-FERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"
power.

• Open battery box door.

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

• Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.

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

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-
leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this
manual).

V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

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

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt
and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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 VISCOStTY GRADES

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED B-1EF0 R E N_0XT 011 CH30ANGE 40

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 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check

the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classification SF, SG or SH.

• 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 SPECIFICATIONS"
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.

Oil Fill Cap/

.. Dipstick

_,/Oil Drain Plug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from

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

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ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine
cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

• Remove screws from blower housing
and lift housing and dipstick tube
assembly off engine.

• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry
of dirt.

• Use compressed air or stiff bristle
brush to thoroughly clean engine
cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above
procedure.

Screws Blower Housing Screws

Assembly

Engine Cooling Fins,

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or

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

season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• 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.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove cartridge nut.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean
base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

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

replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,
cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or

dry cartridge.

Cov er ......-.------"_

Knob

Cover _Cartridge

\vJ'_ Nut

Foam P_p

Cleaner_ _ aper

n Cartridge

Base_

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler
and spark arrester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or
damage.

SPARK PLUGS

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"
section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

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

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

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

• Immediately wipe up any spilled
gasoline.

ClamP_amp

Fuel Filter _

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CLEANING

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

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels
free of all _]asoline, oil, etc,

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

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 short-

ened engine life.

tive type wax.

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41_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

: * Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking braKe.

Place gearshift 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.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor.

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

• Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and lift
clutch spring off pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide
collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.

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

Small Retainer ,_ng

Clutch Spring

• Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook
the clutch spring Into square hole in
frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

• Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

• Slide mower under tractor with

discharge guard to right side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Housing Guide

Large Retainer Spring

:rent Link

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

:et

2O

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or
underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

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

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

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

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of
mower to ground mower to ground

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge
of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-
ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. 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, loosen nut "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 "1_'

against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

" Mandrel

._ Suspension Arm

/

/

Lift Link Adiustment Nut

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

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

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

mower 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.

"D"

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "F"

"E"

Trunnion/

Front Links

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE
DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

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

BELT REMOVAL-

• Remove mower from tractor (See '_'O
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of
removal.

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

• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

Pulley

Mandrel
Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-
able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A ° on brake

rod.

• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A'.

• Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-
sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

"_ Nut "A"

. _ 7 perating

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

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

belt installation guide decal on bottom
side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "3-0 REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

• Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around

engine pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.

En

Clutching

Stationary Idler

Transaxle

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL
ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove
steering wheel and reassemble per
instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

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FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

has occurred to affect the front wheel
toe-in or camber, contact your nearest

authorized service center/department.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow 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.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire
sealant may be purchased from your

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

Washers

Retaining
Ring

Axle
Cover

TO A]-I-ACH 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 NEGATIVE (-) 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.

PositiveTerminal Negative Terminal

Terminal

Battery

Terminal

REPLACING BAI-I'ERY

Square Key--'---'_'_ "_

I

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATI'ERY

,_ CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-

gency 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

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

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

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

• Lift seat pan to raised position and
open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

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

• First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and
keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

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

securely.

• Close battery box door.

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seat

Battery

Box

Positive Negative
(Red) Cable (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the 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.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THRO'R'LE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at

the factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. Check adjustment as de-
scribed below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke

position. Slowly move lever from
choke to fast position.

• Check that hole in throttle lever and
hole in plate line up. If holes "A" are
not aligned, loosen clamp screw and

move throttle cable until holes are
aligned. Tighten clamp screw se-

curely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude
or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, see engine manual.

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 autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Plate

Idle Speed

\

Throttle Cable

Headlight Wire
Connector

Screw

Hole "A"

Throttle Lever

Fast

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Immediatelyprepareyour tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

wI_hCAUTION: Never store the tractor

gasoline in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure.
TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

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

the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and 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.

BATI'ERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage,

battery may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of
storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned
thoroughly (see 'q-O CLEAN BATIERY

AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance
section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

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

terminals.

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

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
}_uUmdeposits from forming in essential

el system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels 9called 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 fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

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

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

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

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a 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 protection from

dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable
protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-
sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still
warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Will not start • Out of fuel.

• Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.

• Engine flooded.

Bad spark plug.

• Dirty airfilter.

• Dirty fuel filter,

• Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Engine valves out of

adjustment.

Hard to start

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter,

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Engine valves out of

adjustment,

• Fill fuel tank.

• See "TO START ENGINE"
in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes
before attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.

• Check all wiring.
See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments
section.

• Contact an
authorized service center/

department,

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace
battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

Enginewill not

turn over

Clutch/brake pedal not
depressed.
Attachment clutch is

engaged.
Weak or dead battery.

Blown fuse.
Corroded battery terminals.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Faulty ignition switch.

Faulty solenoid or starter.

Faulty operator presence
switch(es).

• Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

• Disengage attachment
clutch.

• Recharge or replace
battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition

switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine clicks but
will not start

Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

fast.

• Throttle in "CHOKE"
position.

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

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

• Faulty spark plug.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

Spark plug wire loose.

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of

adjustment.

_. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/
reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Check oil level/change oil.

• Clean and regap or change
spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Drain fuel tank and Carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

• Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.

• Clean engine air screen/fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

Excessive • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Replace blade.

vibration Tighten blade bolt.

• Bent blade mandrel. • Replace blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s). • Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Engine continues
to run

when operator
leaves seat

with attachment
clutch engaged

• Faulty operator-safety
presence control system.

Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho
rized service center/

department.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will
not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Mower deck not level.

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

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level,

• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.
Level mower deck.

Clean underside of mower
housing.

Replace blade mandrel.

Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Remove obstruction.

Replace mower drive belt.

Replace idler pulley.
Replace blade mandrel.

Place throttle control in
"FAST" position.

i• Shift to slower speed.
,• Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air
pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not
working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not
charge

Engine "backfires"
whenturnlng

engine "OFF"

• Switch is "OFF".

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

• Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position
for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connections

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.
Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 270451

SCHEMATIC

AMMETER FUSE

(OPTIONAL) p

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SA'FrERY

J

BLACK

RED

SOLENOID

IGNmON

SWITCH

n

IGNITION SWITCH

PosmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGH] B+A1 A2+L

RUN B÷A1 NONE

START B ÷ S + A1 NONE

(CLUTCH OFF)

ql_ A

, ..... , BLACK

, FUELI -- UNIT

e_uE : LINE1 I

I_ 3 AMP DC W 3Be° RPM

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

(IFSOEQUIPPED)

C¢_NG_E

C_RGING Sy_ OUTPUT _ VOLTS AC MIN IP 3600 RPM

I

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sAMPACiI_o P_M DIODE

IGNITION

RED _1 I

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATFERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS. THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE JS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

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

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

SPARK v

PLUG I

GAP

r (2 PLUGS ON |

TWIN CYL ENGINES) 0

{CHARGING _tSTEM D,_CONNECTED )

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

F,

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925

2 74760412

8 156417
16 1_

21 166181

22 4152J
24 4799J
25 146147

26 166180
27 73510400
28 4207J
29 121305X

30 163968
33 140401

40 170217
41 71110408

42 131563
43 145673

48 140844

52 141940

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

Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

Case, Battery Mech Hinge
Switch, Interlock Push-ln

Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)
Bulb, Light
Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

Cable, Battery,6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire
Fuse

Nut KapsHex 1/4-20 UNC
Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"
Switch, Plunger
Switch, Ignition
Key, Ignition
Harness, Ignition

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2
Cover,Terminal,Red
Solenoid

AdaptorAmmeter Rectangular
ProtectionWire Loop

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169831 Chassis
2 169061 Drawba_
3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

5 155272 BumperHood/Dash
6 155924X014 Saddle Slkscr Fit LT

8 155138 ClipRetainerSlide-On
9 168347X011 Dash

10 72140608 BoltRdhd Sqnk3/6-16unc X 1
11 155927 PanelDash LH

12 145660 ClipTinnarman Grille P/L
13 172107X010 Panel SlkscrDash RH
15 74180512 Screw Mach TRHD 5/16-18 uricx 3/4

16 73510500 Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc
17 159639X417 HoodAsm

18 126938X BumperHood
24 74780616 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 x 12 Ga
26 73680600 Nut Hex LockW/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc
28 150407 Grille/LensAsm

29 150209X599 LensHeadlight Bar Clear
30 169465X417 Fender

31 136619 BracketFenderRep1109873x
33 105476X417 Footrest Pnt Lh

34 105475X417 Footrest Pnt Rh
35 72140606 BoltRdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
38 169834 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear
51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 1/4-20
52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
53 144697 Bracket,GrilleLH
54 161464 Screw

55 144696 Bracket,GrilleRH
57 74780412 BoltHex 1/4-20 x 3/4

58 150127 Air Duct P/L
145 156524 Rod PivotChassis/Hood

206 170165 BoltShoulder5/16-18
208 17670608 Screw thdrol3/8-16 x 1/2
209 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol3/6-16
212 156494 Insert Lens Reflective

- - 5479J Plug ButtonBIk359 Dia Choke

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

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TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 270451

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 ......

2 146682
3 123666X

4 12000028
5 121520X

6 17060512
7 162240
8 131679

10 76020416
11 105701X

12 19151216
13 74550412
14 10040400
15 74490544
18 74780616
19 73800600
21 106933X
22 130804
24 733506OO

25 106888X

26 19131016
27 76020412
28 145204
29 71673
30 130807
32 74760512
34 155071
35 120183X
36 19211616
37 1572H
38 131494

39 74760644
40 4470J

41 165838

KEY PART
DESCRIPTION NO. NO.
TransaxleDana D4360-139 42 19131312

(Order parts fromtransaxle 47 127783
Manufacturer) 48 154407
Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 49 123205X
PulleyTransaxle 18/20" tires 50 74760624

RingRetainer#5100-62 51 73680600

StrapTorque 30 Degrees 52 73680500
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 53 105710)(

Bracket Saddle Shift T/a 55 105709)(
Rod Shf Sdl LY/YT Str BIk 56 74760620

PinCotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 57 160855

Washer Plate 388 Sq Hole 59 169691
Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16ga 51 17060612

Bolt1/4-28urd Gr8 W/Patch 62 8883R

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 63 140186

BoltHex Flghd 5/16-18 x Gr. 5 64 71170764
BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1Gr. 5 65 10040700

Nut LockHex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 66 154778
KnobRd 1/2-13 PlstcThds 70 134683
Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840 72 19132012
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 74 109502X

Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 75 121749X
Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga 76 12000001

PinCotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 77 123583X
RodBrake Parking Lt/Yt 78 121748X

Cap Brake Parking 112 19091210
Bracket Mtg Traosaxle 113 127285X

BoltHex Hd5/16-18unc x 3/4 116 72110610

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 150 165850
BearingNylon BIk 629 Id 151 19133210

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga 170 165849

PinRoll 3/16 x 1" 202 72110612
Pulleyidler Flat 204 17060516

BoltFin Hex
3/8-16UNC x 2-3/4Gr. 5

Spacer Split 395 x 59 Bzp
Keeper Belt Idler

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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

Pulley IdlerV Groove Plastic
BellcrenkAsm. Clutch

Retainer BeltStyle Spring
BoltHex Hd 3/8-16unc x1-1/2

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock5/16-18

LinkClutch7 66
Spring Return Clutch 6 75

BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1-1/4
V-Belt Gd Drive9530

Keeper BeltCenterspan
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover Pedal BIkRound

PulleyEng CI Mech 38deg

BoltHex 7/16-20 x4 Gr 5
Washer Lock HIcl Spr 7116

Keeper BeltEngineFP

Guide BeltMower DriveRH
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x12 Ga

SpacerAxle
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x16 Ga

E-ring#5133-75
Key Square 2 0 x 1645/1865

Washer 25/32 xl-5/8 x 16 Ga

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga

StrapTorque LH LT
BoltRdhd Sq Neck 3/6-16 x 1,25

BushingBellcrankGRD Drive
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Keeper BeltTransaxleGear
BoltCarr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

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TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 270451

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140044 SteeringWheel

2 154427 Axle AssemblySTMP Dropped STL
3 156483 Spindle Assembly, LH.
4 157473 Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

8 12000029 Ring,Klip
9 3366R Bearing,SteeringColumn

10 169832 Draglink

11 10040600 Washer, Lock

13 136518 Spacer BearingAxle Front

15 145212 HexflangeLock
17 156546 Shaft Assembly, Steering

18 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033
19 160395 Support, Shaft

22 165857 Screw, Hex Wshhd
23 165851 PittmanShaft Assembly
25 154406 Bracket,Steering

26 126847X Bushing, Unk, Drag
27 136874 Gear, Sector

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
29 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4

30 76020412 Pin
32 130465 Rod,Tie

36 155099 Bushing,Steering
37 152927 Screw

38 140045 Cap, SteeringWheel

39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge
40 7810H Gdpco Nut

41 100711L Adaptor,SteeringWheel
42 145054X428 Boot,Steering
43 121749X Washer 25132x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
44 153720 Shaft ExtensionSteering
46 121232X Cap, Spindle
47 6855M Fitting,Grease

51 73800500 Nut lockHex w/Ins 5/16-18
54 74780520 BoltFinHex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

62 167902 Kit Steering Asm Service
63 74780616 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

66 154404 BearingArm Pittman
67 72140618 Bolt, Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace
79 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

80 74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8o16 x 3/4
82 169835 BracketSusp Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastener Christmas Tree

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 2.4 mm

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Spark Arrester

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1

140310

2

17720410

3

4 137348

13 165291
14 13280324

15 13200300
16 11050600

23 169837
29 137180

31 109202X
32 140527

33 123487X
37 137040

38 -
40 124028X

44 17670412
45 17000612
46 19091416
62 10040500

72 71070512
78 17060620

81 73510400

Control Th/ch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T
EngineBdggsModel 28R707

(Orderparts from Engine Manufacturer)
Muffler

Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated
NipplePipe 3/8 Npt x 3"

ElbowStd 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

ShieldBrowning
KitSpark Arrestor (Flat Scm)

Tank Fuel Front 1 25

Cap AsmFuel
ClampHose BIk

LineFuel20"
PlugOil Drain (Order parts from Engine Manufacturer)

BushingSnapNyl BIk Fuel Line
Screw HexwshThdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

ScrewHex Wsh Thdrof3/8-16

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 ga
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4
Screw3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 127427

2 140551
3 71110616

4 19131610
5 145O06
6 738O06OO
7 124181X

8 17000616
9 19131614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

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DESCRIPTION NO. NO.
Seat 13 121248X

Bracket Pvl St 14 72050412
BoltFin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 15 134300
Washer Flat 13/32 xl xl0 Ga 16 121250X
Clip Push-InHinged 17 123976X
LocknutHex W/Wsh 3/8-16 21 171852
Spdng Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk 22 73800500
Screw 3/8-16 x 1 24 19171912
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga 25 127018X

Pan Seat
KnobSeat Adj. Wingnut

Bracket MountingSwitch

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DESCRIPTION
Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id

BoltRdhdSht 1/4-20xi-1/2

Spacer Split28x 96 Yel Zinc
Spring Cprsn 127 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5
Bolt Shld 5/16-18 Unc

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18
Washer 17/32 xt-3/16x12 Ga
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x 62

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TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 270451

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 171831

2 172168
3 171828

4 171829

5 145005
6 174209

7 171830
8 156867

10 171833

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DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal LowerDash 11 156439

Decal EngineHP 12 4900J

Decal Hood 13 146046
Decal Fender 15 136832

Decal Battery Danger - - 138311
Decal Replacement Parts
Decal Steering - - 174207
Decal, Oper sdl P/L Gear - - 174208

Decal Fender

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Decal Fender Dnger

Decal, Clutch/Brake Eng
Decal V-Belt DrSch tractor

Decal V-Belt ech

Decal Handle Lft Height
Adjust(Lift Handle)
Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192
2 65139
3 106222X
4 59904

5 106732X427
6 278H
7 9040H

8 106108)(427

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9 124635X
10 7152J
11 104757X

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NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin 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 White Service
Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing Flange (front Wheel
Only)

Rim Asm 8"rear White Service
Tire Rear

Tube Rear (Service item Only)
Cap Axle BIk 150 X 10O
Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

4O

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 270451

13

13

3

2

4

13

19

2O

19

15

32

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Wire Asm InnerW/plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift
3 105767X PinGroove 1 500 Zinc

4 1200(3002 E Ring#5133-62
5 19211621 Washer Pifd21/32 X 1 X 21ga
6 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id
7 125631X GripHandle FlutedBIk
8 122365X ButtonPlungerRed

11 139865 Link Lift LH
12 139866 LinkLift RH

13 4939M Retainer Spring
15 173288 LinkFront

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
17 130171 Trunnion Bik Zinc
18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spdng Zinc

31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crown]ock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S,

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 270451

42

21

2

29

14

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 270451

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 170280

2 72140506
3 138017
4 169970

5 4939M
6 130832
8 85O857
9 1OO3O6OO

10 140296
11 134148

12 129895
13 137645

14 128774
15 110485X
16 140329
19 132827

21 73680500
23 137607

24 105304X
25 123713X

26 110452X
27 106736X428
28 19111016

29 106735X
30 157722
31 129963
32 153532
33 137266
36 131494
45 4497H

53 13O84O

54 133943
55 13384O

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.
MowerHousingAssembly 56 165723

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 67 149846
BracketAsm. Fram Sway Bar 68 144200
Bracket,Asm. Deck Sway 69 76020312

Bar 86 7631J
Retainer,Spring 87 128772

Asm.SuspensionRear 88 19111216
Bolt,Hsx 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr 8 89 19131612

Washer, Lock, HIcl Sprg 3/8 107 133502
Washer, Hard BladeMower 108 133503

Vented 109 74760640

Blade,Mower, Mulching38" 110 142587
BallBearing 113 17060512
Shaft and Bearing Assembly 122 131289
(IncludesKey Number 15) 123 169971

MandrelHousing,Vented 128 153390
BallBeadng, Mandrel 146 165891

Stdpper,Mower, Vented 148 169022
Bolt, Shoulder 149 165898

Nut,Crownlock 5/16-18 150 19091216
Bracket,Mower Deflector 151 169670

Cap, Sleeve 152 172758
Spring,Deflector 153 169674

Nut, Push 154 169675
Shield, Deflector 155 169671

Washer 11/32x3/4x16Ga 156 169672

Rod,Hinge 157 169669
Screw,ThdroWasher Hd 158 17720410

Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel - - 130794
Nut, Flangelock 9/16
Pulley, Idler, Flat

Retainer, Spring - - 171665
Brake Assembly

Washer Hardened

Idler Arm Assembly

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U, S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION
Spacer, Retainer

Knob
Belt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4
Runner,LH
Runner,RH

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga
Washer 13/32 x 1x 12 Ga
Spacer, Retainer

Stiffener, Idler Arm
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x2-1/2
UpstopDeck Front 38"

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
Rod, Brake, LH

Rod, Brake, RH
WasherFelt

Bolt Cardage Idler
Spring Return Idler
Retainer SpdngYellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bracket Clutch
Cable Clutch 38 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B
Spdng Retainer
Spdng Retention Lever

Spacer
Rod Clutch

Screw Hex Thd Cut
1/4-20x5/8

Mandrel Assembly (Includes
Key Numbers 12-15, 17-19,
31 and 33)
Mower Deck, Complete

43

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product
as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period

of one (1) year from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will

repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in
replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or

workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.

1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, other than FHP manufactured

transaxle/transmission components, battery (except as noted below) or
components parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's

warranty on these items.

2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or
attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser. Transportation charges for

any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the
purchaser unless such return is requested by Frigidaire Home Products.

3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace,
without charge to you, any battery which we find to be defective in manufac-

ture, during the first ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90) days, we
will exchange the Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for

each full month from the date of the original sale. Battery must be maintained
in accordance with the instructions furnished.

4. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes
is limited to 90 clays from the date of odginal purchase.

5. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled,
adjusted, operated, and maintained in accordance with the instructions

furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been

subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation,
delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product.

6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters,
normal wear, normal adjustments, standard hardware and normal mainte-

nance.

7. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product

to an authorized service dealer.

Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please

contact:

Frigidaire Home Products In Canada contact:

Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept. Frigidaire Home Products
250 Bobby Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive
Augusta, GA 30909 USA Mississauga, Ontario

L5T 1K6

giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product
and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was pur-

chased.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME

TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES.
Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations

of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

have other rights which vary from locale to locale.
This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the

Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

444546

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

SIGHTING
GUIDE

NOT ACROSS HILL

AJk greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

I /% Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

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

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