Owner's Manual

[CRAFTSMAN'[
16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271643

• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts

CAUTION: For answers to your questions

Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call:
Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917
operating this equipment. Sear= Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18
Warranty
............................................... 2
Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments .................... 22
Product Specifications .......................... 6 Storable ............................................... 29
Assembly .............................................. 8 Troubleshooting ................................. 30
Operation ............................................ 11 Repair Parts ........................................ 34
Maintenance ....................................... 18 Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is
maintained, lubdcatad and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in
matadal or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your
Craftsman dding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty
service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this
product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:.

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.
• "lira replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the dding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,
electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the
proper grade and amount of engine oil, faiture to keep the deck clear of flammabTe
debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-
nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its
purchase date.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for
commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household
dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BA'I-]'ERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this dding
equipment proves defective in matedai or workmanship and our testing determines the
battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty
service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipment to
your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a tdp
charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other dghts which
may vary from state to state.

Seam, Roebuck and Co., [3/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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 MPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the tallowing sarsty instructionscould result in
safious injury or death.
I. GENERAL OPERATION I1oSLOPE OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-
instructionsin the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can
machine before starting. rasult in severe in ury or death. All slopes
• Only allow responsible adults, who are require extra caution, f you cannot back up
familiar with the instructions, to operate the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
the machine. mow it.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, DO:
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked • Mow up and down slopes, not across.
up and thrown by the blade. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
• Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc.
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn the
• Never carry passengers. machine. Tall grass can hide ob-
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely stacles.
necessary. Always look down and • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
behind before and while backing. so that you will not have to stop or shift
• Be aware of the mower discharge while on the slope.
direction and do not point it at anyone. • Follow the manufacturer's recommen-
Do not operate the mower without either dations for wheel weights or counter-
the entire grass catcher or the guard in weights to improve stability.
place. • Use extra care with grass catchers or
• Slow down before turning. other attachments. These can change
• Never leave a running machine unat- the stability of the machine.
tended. Always turn off blades, set • Keep all movement on the slopes slow
parking brake, stop engine, and remove and gradual. Do not make sudden
keys before dismounting. changes in speed or direction.
• Turn off blades when not mowing. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
• Stop engine before removing grass tires lose traction, disengage the
catcher or unclogging chute. blades and proceed slowly straight
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial down the slope.
light. DO NOT:
• Do not operate the machine while under • Do not tum on slopes unless neces-
the influence of alcohol or drugs. sary, and then, rum slowly and gradu-
• Watch for traffic when operating near or ally downhill, if possible.
crossing roadways. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
• Use extra care when loading or unload- embankments. The mower could
ing the machine into a trailer or truck. suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
• Data indicatesthat operators, age 60 the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
years and above, are involved in a large caves in.
percentage of riding mower-related • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
injuries. These operators should evaluate traction could cause sliding.
their abilityto operate the ridingmower • Do not try to stabilize the machine by
safely enough to protect themselves and putting your foot on the ground.
others from serious injury. • DO not use grass catcher on steep
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or slopes.
other debris build-upwhich can touch
hot exhaust / engine parts and bum. Do
not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris which can cause build-up
to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or storing the
machine. Allow machine to cool before
storage. 3
IILCHILDREN
canoccuriftheoperator •
Tragc accidents Never run a machine inside a dosed
isnotaledtothepresenceofchitdren. area.
Children
areoftenattracted
tothe • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
machine andthemowing activity.
Never attachment bolts, tight and keep
assume that chitdren witi remain where equipment in good condition.
you last saw them. • Never tamper with safety devices.
• Keep children out of the mowing area Check their proper operalJonregularly,
and under the watchtul care of another • Keep machine free of grass, _eaves, or
responsible adult. other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
• Be aled and turn machine off if children spillage. Allow machine to cool before
enter the area. stofin9.
• Before and when backing, look behind • Stop and inspect the equipment if you
and down for small children. strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
• Never carry children. They may fail off before restarting.
and be seriously injured or interfere • Never make adjustments or repairs
with safe machine operation. with the engine running.
• Never arrow chitdren to operate the • Grass catcher components are subiect
machine. to wear, damage, and deterioration,
• Use extra care when apprOaching blind which could expose moving pads or
comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
that may obscure vision. check components and replace with
manufaoturer's recommended pads,
IV. SERVICE
when necessary.
• Use extra care in handting gasoline • Mower blades are sharp and Gancut.
and other fuels. They are flammable Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
and vapors are explosive. use extra caution when servicing them.
-Use only an approved container. • Check brake operation frequently.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel Adjust and service as required.
with the engine running. Altow
engine to coot before refueling. Do
not smoke.
-Never refuel the machine indoors.
-Never store the machine or fual
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.

• Be sure the area is clear of other • Be alert and turn machine off if children
people before mowing. Stop machine if enter the area.
anyone enters the area. • Before and when backing, look behind
• Never carry passengers or children and down for smalt children.
even with the blades off. • Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- not across.
lutely necessary. Always look down • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
and behind before and while backing. limbs, etc.
• Never carry children. They may fall off • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumpS.
and be seriously injured or interfere Uneven terrain could overturn the
with safe machine operation. machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Useslowspeed. Choosea lowgearso CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
thatyouwillnothavetostoporshift that are recommended by and comply
whileontheslope. with specifications of the manufacturer of
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor. Use common sense when
tiros lose traction, disengage the towing. Operate only at the lowest
blades and proceed slowly straight possible speed when on a slope. Too
down the slope. heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
• If machine stops while going uphill, dangerous. "i3rescan lose traction with
disengage blades, shift into reverse the ground and cause you to lose control
and back clown slowly. o! your tractor.
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces- _I_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- its constituents, and certain vehicle
ally downhill, if possible. components contain or emit chemicals
_J-ook for this symbol to point out known to the State of Caiifomla to cause
important safety precautions. It means cancer and birth defects or other repro-
CAUTIONll! BECOMEALERT!II YOUR ductive harm.
SAFETY IS INVOLVED. _I_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
_ CAUTION: In order to prevent and related accessories contain lead and
accidental starting when setting up, lead compounds, chemicals known to the
transporting, adjusting or making repairs, State of California to cause cancer and
always disconnect spark plug wire and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
place wire where It cannot contact spark Wash hands after handling,
plug.
• l_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
GASOLINE 1.25GALLONS and maintain your tractor propedy.
CAPACITY UNLEADED Always observe the =SAFETY RULES !.
ANDTYPE: REGULAR
REPAIR AGREEMENT
OILTYPE ShE30(ABOVE32°F A Repair Agreement is available on this
(API-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30 product. Contact your nearest Sears
(BELOW32°F) store for details.
DILCAPACITY: 3.0PINTS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
;PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC • Read and observe the safety rules.
SAP:.030") • Follow a regular schedule in maintain-
SROUND SPEED FORWARD:5.2 ing, caring for and using your tractor.
(MPH): REVERSE: 2.7 • Foltow the instructions under NMainte-
nance" and =Storage" sections of this
owner's manual
TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR: 12PSI ,_WARNING: This tractor is equipped
CHARGING 3 AMPS BA'I-['ERY with an internal combustion engine and
SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS should not be used on or near any
BA'I-I'ERY: AMP/HR: 25 unimproved forest-covered, brush-
MIN. CCA: 190 covered or grass-covered land unless the
CASE SIZE: U 1R engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
TORQUE: used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase In the state of California the above is
of a new tractor. It has been designed, required by law (Section 4442 of the
engineered and manufactured to give California Public Resources Code).
you the best possible dependability and Other states may have similar laws.
pedormance. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A
Should you experience any problem you spark arrester for the muffler is availabte
cannot easily remedy, please contact a through your nearest Sears service
Sears or other qualified service center. center (See REPAIR PARTS section of
We have competent, well-trained techni- this manual).
cians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.
 Steering Steering Wheel
Wheel Insert

(1) Large Flat Washer

1) Hex Bolt
washer
1) Lock 3/8 /1) Hex Bolt
3/6-16 x 1 16-18 x 1-1/4

(1) Locknut
5/16-18

Steering Extension
Boot =_ Steering
Wheel Adapter Shaft
t teering

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

_(1) Knob

For Future Use

Keys

Slope Sheet Video Cassette

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unasssmb{ed 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 6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock
ASSEMBLY washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten
secureiy.
A socket wrench set will make assembly
7. Snap steering wheel insert into center
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below. of steering wheel.
8. Remove protective materials from
(1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers tractor hood and grill.
(2) 1i2"wranch (1) Utility knife IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
(1) Tire pressure gauge staples in skid that may puncture tires
When right or left hand is mentioned in where tractor is to roll off skid.
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating
position (seated behind the steering -_ _ insert
wheel). 3/8 Hex Bolt
3/8 LockWasher
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
_Large Rat
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
1. Remove all accessible loose parts Washer
and parts cartons from carton.
2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines
on all four comers of carton, and lay
panels flat.
3. Check for any additional loose parts
or cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR Shaft
FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERINGWHEEL
5/16 ex Bolt
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND
BOOT
Lower
1. Slide extension shaft onto lower
Steering
steedng shaft. Align mounting holes Shaft
in extension and lower shafts and
Slots
instaU 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.
Tighten securely.
IMPORTANT: "Rghtanbolt and nut
securely to 18-22 ft, Ibs torque. HOW TO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR
2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab CHECK BATTERY
slots in dash and push down to 1. Uft seat pan to raised position and
secure. open battery box door.
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL NOTE: If this battery is put into service
3. Position front wheels of the tractor so after month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals) charge
they are pointing straight forward.
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
4. Remove steering wheel adapter from
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance
steering wheel and slide adapter
section of this manual for charging
onto steering shaft extension.
instructions).
5. Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) end slide
inside boot and onto adapter.
 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
Labe_ tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate
instruction below to remove the tractor
from the skid.
Battery
Door TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location end
function of controls)
1. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment riftlever to its highest
INSTALL SEAT position,
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment 2. Retease parking brake by depressing
knob. clutch/brake pedal,
1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-
washer securing seat to cardboard ing position to disengage transmis-
packing and set aside for assembly of sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the
seat to tractor. Operation section of this manual).
2. Pivot seat upward and remove from 4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
the cardboard packing. Remove the 5, Remove banding holding deflector
cardboard packing and discard. shield up against tractor.
3. Place seat on seat pan so head of TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
shoulder bolt is positioned over large
Operation section for location and
slotted hole in pan.
function of controls)
4. Push down on seat to engage
shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat _k WARNING: Before starting, road,
towards rear of tractor. understand and follow all instructions in
5. Pivot seat and pan forward and the Operation section of this manual. Be
assemble adjustment knob and flat sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be
washer toosely. Do not tighten. sure the area in front of tractor is clear of
6. Lower seat into operating position and other people and objects.
sit in seat. 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
7. Slide seat until a comfortable position have been completed.
is reached which allows you to press 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel
clutch/brake pedal all the way down. tank with gasoline.
8. Get off seat without moving its 3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-
adjusted position. sion engaged" position.
9, Raise seat and tighten adjustment 4. Sit on seat in operating position,
knob securely. depress clutcl'dbrake pedal and set
the parking brake.
5. Place motion control lever in neutral
(N) position.
6. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
7. Start the engine. After engine has
Seat Pan_%ulder started, move throttle control to idle
position.
8. Release parking brake.
9. Slowly move the motion control lever
forward and slowly ddve tractor off
skid.
10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place motion control lever
in neutral position.
11.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

(If previously removed) After you leam how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is
1. Raise and hold deflector shield in
properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
2. Place front of mulcher plate over front section of this manual.
of mower deck opening and slide into
CHECKLIST
place, as shown.
3. Hook front latch into hole on front of Before you operate and enjoy your new
mower deck. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive
4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of the best performance and satisfaction
mower deck. from this quality product.
Please review the following checklist:
/ All assembly instructions have been
Plate
completed.
Shield
/ No remaining loose pads in carton.
/ Battery is propedy prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
Latch 4" Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
/ All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
CAUTION: Do not remove deflector
shield from mower. Raise and hold shield ,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-raar for best cutting
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
results. (13res must be properly inflated
to rest on plate while in operation.
for leveling).
TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR ,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sum
DISCHARGING they are routed properly around pulleys
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in and inside all belt keepers.
e safe place. Your mower is now ready for J Check widng. See that all connections
discharging or installation of optional are still secure and wires are propedy
grass catcher accessory. clamped.
NOTE; It is not necessary to change ,/Before ddving tractor, be sure free-
blades. The mulcher blades are de- wheel control is in drive position.
signed for discharging and bagging also. While learning how to use your tractor,
pay extra attention to the following
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE important items:
The tires on yourtractorwere ovednflated / Engine oil is at proper level.
at thefactory for shippingpurposes. ,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
Correcttire pressureis importantfor best regular unleaded gasoline.
cuttingperformance. / Become familiar with all controls - their
• Reducetire pressureto PSi shownin location and function. Operate them
=PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS"section before you start the engine.
of thismanual. ,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-
ing condition.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS ,/It is important to purge the transmission
For best cutting resultS, mower housing before operating your tractor for the first
shoutd be propedy leveled. See "TO time. Follow proper starting and
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the transmission purging instructions (See
Service and Adjustments section of this "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
manual. TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF section of this manual).
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 muted correctly.
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
Learn and understand their meaning.

BATi'E RY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT
!
FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT
LOCKED

_r_'l R N H
ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH
L
LOW
®5I
PARKING BRAKE
CLUTCH ENGAGED

_(_) ATTACHMENT
@@@@@
KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGHmON CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREEWHEEL
DANGER, KEEP HANDSANDFEETAWAY (A_omaEc Models only)

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR
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.

Ught Switch
Attachment Ignition Switch
Clutch

I_iR
Ammeter .... -..
J Lever
Plunger

Throttle/Choke Attachment
Control Uft Lever

ClutcWBrake Height
Pedal Adjustment
Indicator

Freewheel
Control Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control
Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - indicates charging (+) or IGNrrlON SWITCH - Used for startingand

discharging (-) of battery. stopping the engine.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release
to engage the mower blades, or other attachment lift lever when changing its
attachments mounted to your tractor. position.
A'rrACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck and off.
or other attachments mounted to your PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
tractor. brake pedal into the brake position,
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for TH RO'I'FLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used
declutching and braking the tractor and for starting and controlling engine speed.
starting the engine. FREEWHEEL CONTROL-
MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the Dissngagages transmission for pushing
speed and direction of tractor.

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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.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR • Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and

TO SET PARKING BRAKE remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
Your tractor is equipped with an operator USe.
presence sensing switch. When engine • Never use choke to stop engine.
is running, any attempt by the operator to IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch
leave the seat without first setting the
in any position other than =OFF" will
parking brake will shut off the engine. cause the battery to be discharged,
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full (dead).
=BRAKE" position and hold. NOTE: Under certain conditions when
2. Place parking brake lever in =EN- tractor is standing idle with the engine
GAGED" position and release running, hot engine exhaust gases may
pressure from clutch/brake pedal. cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate
Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"
this possibility, always stop engine when
position. Make sure parking brake will
hold tractor secure. stopping tractor on grass areas.
A CAUTION: Always stop tractor
AttachmentClutchLever IgniUon completely, as described above, before
"Engaged"Position Kay leaving the operator's position; to empty
TO USE THRO'I'FLE CONTROL
Position Always operate engine at full throttle.
• Operating engine at less than full
Choke throttle reduces the battery charging
Control Brake rate.
Clu_lY pos_on • Full throttle offers the best bagging and
BmkE mower performance.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
Motion Control The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the motion control lever.
"Disengaged' "Brake"_ever 1. Start tractor with motion control lever in
Pos_on Position neutral (N) position.
2. Release parking brake.
STOPPING 3. Slowly move motion control lever to
MOWER BLADES - desired position.
• To stop mower blades,move attach- TO ADJUST MOWER CUTI'ING HEIGHT
ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" The position of the attachment lift lever
position. determines the cutting height.
GROUND DRIVE - • Grasp lift lever.
• Press plunger with thumb and move
• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position. lever to desired position.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) The cuffing height range is approxi-
mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are
position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever measured from the ground to the blade tip
with the engine not running. These
does not return to neutral (N) position
heights are approximate end may vary
when the clutch/brake pedal is de-
depending upon soil conditions, height of
pressed.
grass and types of grass being mowed.
ENGINE -
• Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
slow position end allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to
=backfire". 13
 IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
• The average lawn should be cut to
does not return to neutral (N) position
approximately 2-1/2 inches dudno the
cool season and to over 3 inches when the clutch/brake pedal is de-
dudng hot months. For healthier and pressed,
better looking lawns, mow often and • To restart movement, slowly release
after moderate growth. parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• For best cutting performance, grass • Slowly move motion contrel lever to
over 6 inches in height should be slowest setting.
mowed _. Make the first cut • Make all toms slowly.
relatively high; the second to desired TO TRANSPORT
height. When pushing or towing your tractor, be
TO OPERATE MOWER sure to disengage transmission by
Your tractor is equipped with an operator placing freewheel control in freewheeling
presence sensing switch. Any attempt by position. Free wheel control is located at
the rear drawbar of treotor.
the operator to leave the seat with the
1. Raise attachment lift to highest
engine running and the attachment crutch
engaged will shut off the engine. position with attachment lift control.
1, Select desired height of cut. 2. Pull freewheel control out and down
2. Start mower blades by engaging into the slot and release so it is he_din
attachment clutch control. the disengaged position.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES - • Do not push or tow tractor at more than
disengage attachment clutch control. two (2) MPH.
* To reengage transmission, reverse
_kCAUTION: Do not operate the mower above procedure.
without either the entire grass catcher, on NOTE: To protect hoodfrom damage
mowers so equipped, or the defied,or when transporting your tractor on a truck
shield in place. or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
Attachemnt secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
"Engaged" .,High etc.).
Posi_on

TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AI"rACH-

MENTS
_3AUTION: Do not ddve up or dowse
hills with slopes greater than "15 and Tow only the attachments that are
not drive across any slope. recommended by and comply with
• Choose the stowest speed before spe_t'w..ationsof the manufacturer of your
starting up or down hills. tractor. Use common sense when towing.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
hills. dangerous. "Rrescan lose traction with the
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle ground and cause you to lose control of
control lever to slower position. yourtractor,
• If stopping is absolutely necessary.
push clutch/brake pedal quickly to
brake position and engage parking
brake.
• Move motion control lever to neutra| (N)
position.

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time
The engine in your tractor has been or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
shipped, from the factory, already filled take extra cranking time to move fuel from
with summer weight oil. the tank to the engine.
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the
ground. transmission engaged position.
2. Remove eil fill cap/dipstick and wipe 2. Sit on seat in operating position,
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw depress clutch/brake pedal and set
cap tight, wait for a few seconds, parking brake.
remove and read oil level. If neces- 3. Place motion control lever in neutral
sary, add oil until =FULL" mark on (N) position.
dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. 4. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-
• For cold weather operation you should GAGED" position.
change oil for easier starting(See "OIL 5. Move throttle control to choke position.
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- NOTE: Before starting, read the warm
nance section of this manual). and cold starting procedures below.
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte- 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key
nance section in this manual. clockwise to "STAR'I" position and
release key as soon as engine starts.
ADD GASOLINE Do not run starter continuously for
• FUlfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular more than fifteen seconds per minute.
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of If the engine does not start after
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline several attempts, move throttle control
will increase carbon and lead oxide to fast position, wait a few minutes and
deposits and reduce valve life). try again. If engine still does not start,
Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase move the throttle control back to the
fuel in quantities that can be used choke position and retry.
within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
WARM WEA'rI-IER STARTING (50 ° F and
IMPORTANT: When operating in
temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, above)
clean winter grade gasoline to help 7. When engine starts, move the throttle
insure good cold weather starting. control to the fast position.
a, WARNING: Experience indicates that • The attachments and ground drive can
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or now be used. If the engine does not
using ethanol or methanol) can attract accept the load, restart the engine and
moisture which leads to separation and allow it to warm up for one minute
formation of acids during storage. Acidic using the choke as dascribed above.
gas can damage the fuel system of an COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and
engine while in storage. To avoid engine below)
problems, the fuel system should be 7. When engine starts, allow engine to
emptied before storage of 30 days or run with the throttle control in the
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the choke position until the engine runs
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
roughly, then move throttle control to
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel fast position. This may require an
next season. See Storage Instructionsfor engine warm-up period from several
additional information. Never usa engine seconds to several minutes, depend-
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel ing on the temperature.
tank or permanent damage may occur.
_11CAUTION: 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.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP NOTE: During this procedure there will
Before driving the unit in cold weather, be no movement of drive wheels. The air
the transmission should be warmed up as is being removed from hydraulicdrive
follows: system.
1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 5. Move motion control lever to neutral
2. Place the motion control lever in (N) position. Shut- off engine and set
neutral. Release the parking brake parking brake.
and let the clutch/brake slowly return 6. Engage transmission by placing
to operating position. freewheel control in driving position
3. Allow one minute for transmission to (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this
warm up. This can be done during section of manual).
the engine warm up period. 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start
• The attachments can also be used engine. After the engine is running,
during the engine warm-up period alter move throttle control to half (1/2)
the transmission has been warmed up. speed. With motion control lever in
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 neutral (N) position, slowly disen-
feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) gage clutch/brake pedal.
the carburetor fuel mixture may need to 8, Slowly move motion control lever
be adjusted for best engine performance. forward, after the tractor moves
See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the approximately five (5) feet, slowly
Service and Adjustments section of this move motion control lever to reverse
manual. position.After the tractor moves
approximately five (5) feet return the
PURGE TRANSMISSION
motion control lever to the neutral (N)
r_eCAUTION: Never engage or disengage position. Repeat this procedure with
ewheel lever while the engine is the motion control lever three (3)
running. times.
To ensure proper operation and perfor- Your tractor is now purged and now
mance, it is recommended that the ready for normal operation.
transmissionbe purged before operating
tractorfor the firsttime. This procedure will
remove any trapped air inside the trans-
mission which may have developed during
shippingof your tractor.
IMPORTANT: Should your transmission
require removal for service or replacement,
it should be purged alter reinstallation
before operatingthe tractor.
1. Place tractor safely on level surface
with engine off and parking brake set,
2. Disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheeting
position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in
this section of manual).
3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move
throttle control to slow position. With
motion control lever in neutral (N)
position, slowly disengage clutch/
brake pedal.
4. Move motion control lever to full
forward position and hold for five (5)
seconds. Move lever to full reverse
position and hold for five (5) seconds.
Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

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MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS
• Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance,
best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use.
Service and Adjustments section of • The special mulching blade will rscut
this manual. the grass clippings many times and
• The left hand side of mower should be reduce them in size so that as they fall
used for trimming. onto the lawn they will disperse into the
• Drive so that clippings are discharged grass and not be noticed. Atso. the
onto the area that has been cut. Have mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
the cut area to the right of the tractor. to provide nutrients for the lawn.
This will resutt in a more even distribu- Always mulch with your highest engine
tion of clippings and more uniform (bleds) speed as this will provide the
cutting. best recuttingaction of the blades.
• When mowing large areas, start by • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
turning to the right so that clippings will Wet grass tends to form clumps and
discharge away from shrubs, fences, interferes with the mulching action.
driveways, etc. After one or two The best time to mow your lawn is the
rounds, mow in the opposite direction early afternoon. At this time the grass
making left hand turns until finished. has dried and the newly cut area will
• If grass is extremely tall, it should be not be exposed to the direct sun.
mowed twice to reduce load and • For best results, adjust the mower
possible fire hazard from dried cutting height so that the mower cuts oft
clippings. Make first cut relatively only the top one-third of the grass
high; the second to the desired height. blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
• Do not mow gross when it is wet. Wet reduce your width of cut on each pass
grass will plug mower and leave and mow slowly.
undesirable clumps. Allow grass to • Certain types of grass and grass
dry before mowing. conditions may require that an area be
• Always operate engine st full throttle mulched a second fims to completely
when mowing to assure better mowing hide the clippings. When doing a
performance and proper discharge of second cut, mow across or perpendicu-
material Regulate ground speed by lar to the first cut path.
selecting a low enough gear to give • Change your cutting pattern from week
the mower cutting performance as well to week. Mow north to south one week
as the quality of cut desired. then change to east to west the next
• When operating attachments, select a week. This will help prevent matting
ground speed that will suit the terrain and graining of the lawn.
and give best performance of the
attachment being used.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART
The warranty on this tractordoes not _) Spindle_ -- _) Spindle
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To r_ive
falt value from the warranty, operator must .............
_ Zerk
maln_in tractor as instructed in this
manual. _Front Wheel FrontWheel
Some adjustments will need to be made Beadng ====--=,
periodicallyto property maintain your
tractor.
All adjustments in the Se_ce and Zerk _ ,;.., ng Zerk
Adjustmentssection of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
• Once a year you should replace the
Y
_Engine ..--

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, 1

and check blades and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help _)SAE30o¢10w30MOTOROIL
your engine run better and last longer. • )REFERTO Maintenance "ENGINE'SECTION
BEFORE EACH USE IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
pivot points which have special nylon
1. Check engine oil level. bearings. Viscous lubricantswill attract
2. Check brake operation. dust and dirt that will shodan the life of
3. Check tire pressure. the self-lubdc_tin_ beadngs. If you feal
4. Check operator presence and they must be lubncated, use only a dry,
intedeck systems for proper opera- powdered graphite type lubricant
tion. sparingly.
5. Check for loose fasteners.
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star
Always observe safety rules when
on mandrel assembly.
performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer
BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
stopping distance at high speed in 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
highest gear, then brake must be torque).
ad usted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
the Service and Ad ustmants section of treated.
this manuat). TrailingEdgeUp MandrelAssembly
TIRES
Blade Center
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires Hole
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manuaJ). Rat Washer,
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or Lock Washe
insect control chemicals which can
harm rubber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp Ge---Hsx Boltq
objects and other hazards that may *A Grade 8 heattreatedboltcan be identified
cause tire damage. bysix lineson the bolt head.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and TO SHARPEN BLADE
prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-
sealant may be purchased from your ing blade - but if you do, be sure the
local parts dealer. 33ro sealant also blade is balanced.
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Care should be taken to keep the blade
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM balanced. An unbalanced blade will
Be sure operator presence and interlock cause excessive vibration and eventual
systems are working properly. If your damage to mower and engine.
tractor does not function as described, • The blade can be sharpened with a file
repair the problem immediately. or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
• The engine should not start unless the to sharpen while on the mower.
brake pedal is fully depressed and • To check blade balance, you will need
attachement clutch control is in the a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
disengaged position. balancer. (When using a cone bal-
• When the engine is running, any ancer, follow the instructions supplied
attempt by the operator to leave the with balancer.)
seat without first settingthe parking NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
brake should shut off the engine. blade. The lobes of the center hole may
• When the engine is running and the appear to be centered, but are not.
attachment clutch is engaged, any • Slide blade on to an unthreaded
attempt by the operator to leave the portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold
seat should shut off the engine. the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.
• The attachment clutch should never If blade is balanced, it should remain in
operate unless the operator is in the a horizontal position. If either end of
seat. the blade moves downward, sharpen
BLADE CARE the heavy end until the blade is
For best results mower blades must be balanced.
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE REMOVAL Blade
1. Raise mower to highest position to
allow access to blades.
2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer sscuring blade. BATTERY
3. Install new or resharpened blade with Your tractor has a battery charging system
trailing edge up towards deck as which is sufficientfor normal use. How-
shown. ever, periodic charging of the battery with
an automotive charger will extend its life.
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• Keep battery and terminals clean. ENGINE
• Keep battery bolts tight. LUBRICATION
• Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. with API service classification SF-SJ.
NOTE: The originalequipment battery on Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade
yourtractor is maintenance free, Do not according to your expected operating
attempt to open or remove caps or covers. temperature.
Adding or checking level of electrolyte is
not necessary.
TO CLEAN BATI"ERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and P_IEwn<_lrt_ _l
terminals can cause the battery to "teak"
power. NOTE: Although multi-viscoaityoils (5W301
1. Open battery box deer. 10W30 etc.) improve startingin cold
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first weather, these mulfi-viscosity oils wilt
then RED battery cable and remove result in increased oil consumptionwhen
battery from tractor. used above 32°E Check your engine oil
3. Rinse the battery with plain water and level mere frequently to avoid possible
dry. engine damage from running low on oil.
4, Clean terminals and battery cable ends Change the oil after every 25 hours of
with wire brush until bright. operationor at least once a year if the
5. Coat terminals with grease or petro- tractoris not used for 25 hoursin one year.
leum jaily, Check the crankcase oil level before
6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING startingthe engine and after each eight (8)
BATfERY" in the SERVICE AND hours of operation. "lighten oilfill cap/
ADJUSTMENTS section of this dipsticksecurely each time you check the
manual). oil levai,
V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear Determine temperature range expected
after 100 hours of operation and replace if before oil change. All oil must meet API
service clessification SF-SJ.
necessary.The belts are not adjustable.
Replace baits if they begin to slip from • Be sure tractor is on level surface.
wear. • Oil will drain mere freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
TRANSAXLE COOLING
1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
The transmissionfan and cooling fins
not to allow dirt to enter the engine
shouldbe kept clean to assure proper
when changing oil.
cooling.
2. Remove cap from end of drain valve
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission and install the drain tuba onto the
while engine is running or while the
fitting.
transmissionis hoL To prevent possible
3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
damage to seals, do not use high pressure
water or steam to clean transaxle. snghtiyand turning counterclockwise.
4. To open. pullout on the drain valve.
• Inspect coolingfan to be sure fan blades
are intact and clean. 5. After oil has drained completely, close
and lock the drain valve by pushing
• Inspect coolingfins for dirt, grass inward and turning clockwice until the
clippingsand other matadals. To
pin is in the locked position as shown.
prevent damage to seals, do not use
compressed air or high pressure sprayer 6. Remove the drain tuba and replace the
to clean cooling _ns. cap onto to the end of the drain valve.
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID 7. Refill engine with oil through oil titl
dipstick tuba. Pour slewiy. Do net
The transex_ewas sealed at the factory overfill. For approximate capacity see
and fluid maintenance is not required for "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
the life of the transexle. Should the
of this manual.
transexle ever leak or require servicing,
8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstickfor
contact your nearest authorized service
checking level. Be sure dipstickcap is
center/department.
tightened securely for accurate
reading. Keep oil at =FULL" line on
dipstick.
2O
 Oil Drain Valve NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace
pre-cleaner.
Closed _ DrainTube 6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.
7. Reinstall cover and secure with
knob(s).
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
1. Remove cartridge nut.
2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
Cap_ debris from entering carburetor. Clean
base carefully to prevent debris from
entering carburetor.
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and flat surface.
chaff to prevent engine damage from NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or cartridge.
compressed air to remove dirt and 4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, prscleaner,
stubborn dried gum f]bem. cover and secure with knob(s).
ENGINE COOLING FINS IMPORTANT: PstroTeumsolvents,such as
kerosene,are notto be usedto dean the
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cartridge.Tipsymay causedeteriorationof the
cooling fins to prevent engine damage osrtddge. Do notoilcartridge.Do notuse
from overheating. pressurizedair to cleanor dryosrtridgs.
1. Remove screws from blower housing Cover
and lift housing and dipstick tube
assembly off engine. _ Knob
2. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry Cover _// Cartridge
of dirt. -___ Nut
3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle Paper
brush to thoroughly clean engine Foam Pre-_Y_"_ Cartridge
cooling fins.
4. To reassemble, reverse above
procedure. BlowerHousing Cleaner _Bass
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
Screws _Screws spark arrester (if equipped) as it could
create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
EngineJi_2_ - ark each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
Fins _-,-w shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
AIR FILTER section of this manual.
Your engine will not run propedy using a IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner The fuel filter should be replaced once
after every 25 hours of operation or every each season. If fuel filter becomes
season, Service paper cartridge every clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-
100 hours of operation or every season, tor, replacement is required.
whichever occurs first.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and
Service air cleaner more often under
plug lust line secfions.
dusty conditions. 2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
I. Remove knob(s) and cover. line with arrow pointing towards
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER carburetor.
2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks
3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. and clamps are properly positioned.
4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled
5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in gasoline.
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil. 21
 • Protect painted surfaces with automo-
Clam_clamp tive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
FuelFilter hose to clean your tractor unless the
CLEANING electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine Can resutt in a shortened
of all foreign
i Clean engine,matter.
battery, seat, finish, etc. engine life.
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• 1_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
TRACTOR 9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension
TO REMOVE MOWER arms. Slide mower out from under
tractor.
Mower will be easier to remove from the
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
right side of tractor, the mower deck is to be mounted on the
1. Place attachment ctutch in "DISEN~
tractor, remove the front linksand hook
GAGED" position.
2. Move attachment lift lever forward to the clutch spring Into square hole in
frame.
lower mower to its lowest position. TO INSTALL MOWER
3. Roll belt off engine pulley.
4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its
clutch spring off pulley bolt. highest position.
5. Remove large retainer spring, slide 2. Slide mower under tractor with
collar off and push housing guide out deflector shield to fightside of tractor.
of bracket. 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest positLon.
6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis 4. Install mower in reverse order of
bracket by removing retainer spring. removal instructions.
7. Disconnect suspension arms from
rear deck brackeLs by removing
retainer springs.
8. Disconnect front linksfrom deck by
removing retainer springs.
SmaURetainerSpring

Clutch

Link

Anti-Swa
Springs
(Both Sides)

HousingGuide
La_e RetainerSpring
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TOLEVELMOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust
Adjust
themower
whiletractor
is parked one link to same length as other link.
;, To lower front of mower loosen nut =E"
on level ground or ddveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- on both front links an equal number of
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this turns.
manual). If tires are over or • When distance "D"is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
undednflated, you will not property at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
adjust your mower. against trunnion on beth front links.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • To raise front of mower, loosen nut =F"
• Raise mower to its highest position. from trunnion on both front rinks.
• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
measure height from bottom edge of equal number of turns.
mower to ground. Distance =A" on • When distance =D" is 118"to 1/2" lower
both sides of mower should be the at front than rear, tighten nut =F"
same or within 1/4" of each other. against trunnion on both front links.
• If adjustment is necessary, make • Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift _ o_ j Mandrel
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. BothFrontUnksShouldbe Equalin Length
Bottomedgeof Bottomedge of

Arm

Uft Unk _°n Nut "_

Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT Trunnion_

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to
side. If the following front-to-back Front Links
adjustment is necessary, be sure to
adjust beth 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 distance "[_' 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.

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE With Perking Brake
BELT "Engaged"
The mower blade drive belt may be
replaced without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL-
1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
this manual).
2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idter pulleys.
3. Pull belt away from mower.
BELT INSTALLATION -
4. Install new bert in reverse order of
removal.
5. Make sure belt is in all pultey grooves Do Not touch this nut. If further brake
and inside all belt guides. adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or
6. Install mower in reverse order Of other qualified service center.
removal instructions.
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
Mandrel Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt installation guide decal on bottom
side of left footrest.
1, Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this
manual.)
2. Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.
MandreP 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Pulley Carefully remove belt upwards from
transmission input pulley and over
cooling fan btadee.
TO ADJUST BRAKE 4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and
Your tractor is equipped with an adjust° remove downward from around
able brake system which is mounted on engine pulley.
the side of the transaxle. 5. Instail new belt by reversing above
If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet procedure.
stoppingdistance at high speed in Engine
highest gear on a level dry concrete or Pulley
paved surface, then brake must be
adjusted. Clutching Ioler --
1. Depress olutch/brake pedal and
engage parking brake. Stationary Idter
2. Measure distance between brake
operating arm and nut =A" on brake
rod. Transmission
3, If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen
Input PuNey _
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-9/16". Retightee jam nut
against nut ",6,'.
4. 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 a Sears or other
qualified service center.
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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The front wheel toe-in and camber are
The motion control lever has been preset not adjustable on your tractor. If damage
at the factory and adjustment should not has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-
be necessary. in or camber, contact a Sears or other
1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the qualifiedservice center.
right rear wheel, and lightlytighten. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
2. Start engine and move motion control 1. Block up axte securely.
lever until tractor does not move 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
forward or backward. washers to allow wheel removal (rear
3. Hold motion control lever in that wheel contains a square key - Do not
position and turn engine off. Ioee).
4. While holding motion control lever in 3. Repair tire and reassemble.
place, loosen the adjustment bolt. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves
5. Move motion control lever to the
in rear wheel hub and axle, Insert square
neutral (N) (leck gate) position. key.
6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining
NOTE: If additional clearanca is needed
ring securely in axle groove.
to get to adjustment bolt, move mower 5. Replace axle cover.
deck height to the lowest position. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
After above adjustment is made, if the flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
tractor still creeps forward or backward may be purchased from your local parts
while motion control lever is in neutral
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
position, follow these steps: rot and corrosion.
1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.
2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to
1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to
creep.
3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.
4. Start engine and test.
5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above
steps until satisfied.
Neutral
MotionControlLever Lock Gate
(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY
CAUTION: Leed-acid batteries
generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
Adjustment Bolt flame and smoking materials away from
batteries. Always wear eye protection
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- when around batteries.
MENT if your battery is too weak to start the
Should your transmission require engine, it should be recharged. (See
removal for service or replacement, it "BA'I-I'ERY"in the MAINTENANCE
should be purged after rainstailation and section of this manual).
before operating the tractor. See =PURGE ff"jumper cable_' are used lot eme_
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation starUng,followthisproceduce:
section of this manual. IMPORTANT: Yourtractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- The other vehical must also be a 12 volt
MENT negative grounded system. Do not use
If steering wheel crossbars are not your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove
steedng wheel and reassemble per
instructionsin the Assembly section of
this manual.

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TO A'I-rACH JUMPER CABLES -
1. Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
battery, taking care not to short
against chassis. Ba_ew
2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable
to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully Box
charged battery.
3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,
away from fuel tank and battery. Keps_
Nut _ Hex
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -
1. BLACK cable first from chassis and
than from the fully charged battery.
2. RED cable last from both batteries.
Positive (Red) Cable
PositiveTerminal NegativeTerminal
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
1. Raise hood.
2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.
3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in
the backside of the grill
4. Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your
tractorto run peorly, stop running,or
prevent it from starting.
• Check w_ring. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.
PositiveTerminal Negative Terminal TO REPLACE FUSE
REPLACING BATrERY Replace with 20 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuss. The fuss holder is located
behind the dash.
te_C.AU._ON: Do not short b.attery
na_soy a owing a wrencn or any TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-
other object to contact both terminals at SEMBLY
the same time. Before connecting battery,
1. Raise hood.
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands, rings, etc. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.
Positive terminal must be connected first 3. Stand in front of tractor, Grasp hood at
to prevent sparking from accidental sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.
grounding.
1. Lift seat pan to raised position and 4. To replace, reverse above procedure.
open battery box door.
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor.
3. Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
4. First connect RED battery cable to Headlight Wire
Connector
positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and
keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.
5. Connect BLACK grounding cabts to
negative (-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely.
6. Close battery box door.
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ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is
the emission centrol devices and sys- low emission. It is equipped with an idle
tems, which are being done at the fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,
customers expense, may be performed which altows some adjustment within the
by any non-road engine repair establish- limits allowed by the cap. Do net attempt
ment or individual. Warranty repairs must to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap
be performed by an authodzed engine cannot be removed without breeking the
manufacturer's service outlet. adjusting needle.
TO ADJUST THRO'I-FLE CONTROL The carburetor has been preset at the
CABLE factory and adjustment should not be
The throttle control has been preset at the necessary. However, minor adjustment
factory and adjustment should not be may be required to compensate for
necessary. Chock adjustment as de- differences in fuel, temperature, altitude
or load. If the carburetor does need
scribed below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as adjustment, proceed as follows:
follows: In general,turningidlemixture valve in
1. With engine not running, move throttle (ck_v, Lse)docreasssthe sup_y of fu_ to
control lever from slow to choke the engine givinga tearierfuel/airmixture.
position. Slowly move lever from Turningthe idle m{xture vedveout (counter-
choke to fast position. dockwiss)increasesthe supplyof fuelto _e
2. Check that holes =A" in governor engine giving a richer fueVair mixture.
control lever and hole in governor IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve
plate line-up. If holes "A" are not and the ssat in cerbut_tor rnay rssult if screw
aligned, loosen clamp screw and is turned in tootighL
move throttle cable until holes are PRELIMINARY SETTING -
aligned. Tighten clamp screw 1. Air cleaner assembty must be as-
securely. sembled to the carburetor when
making carburetor adjustments.
Governor 2. Be sure the throttle control cabte is
Control Governor
Control Plate adjusted properly (see above).
RNAL SETTING-
1. S_rt engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make final adjustments with
engine running and shift/motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.
2. Move throttle control lever to slow
position.With finger, rotate and hold
throttle lever against idle speed
Clamp Screw Cabte screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain
1750 RPM.
3. While stitl holding throttle lever
against idte speed screw, turn idle
mixture valve full travel clockwise then
counterclockwise until engine runs
rough. Turn valve to a point midway
between those two positions. Re-
lease throttle lever.

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ACCELERATION TEST - Idle Speed
4. Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or
dies, turn idle mixture valve out
(counterctockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat
test and continue to adjust, if neces-
sary, until engine accelerates
smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT= Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
ro ,e
proper engine speed, Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed IdleMixtureValve--/_
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs with Umiter
adjusting, contact a Sears or other
qualified se_ce center, which has proper
equipment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments.

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Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, expodance indicates that alcohol
storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using
tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
more, which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
CAUTION: Never store the tractor damage the fuel system of and engine
with gasoline in the tank inside a building while in storage.
where fumes may reach an open flame or 1. Drain the fuel tank.
spark. Allow the engine to cool before 2. Start the engine and let it run until the
storing in any enclosure. fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
TRACTOR • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
Remove mower from tractor for winter products in the fuel tank or permanent
storage. When mower is to be stored for damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
a period of time, clean it thoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
in a clean, dry area. attemative in minimizing the formation of
1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" fuel gum deposits dudng storage, Add
in the Maintenance section of this stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
manual). storage container. Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the Service and Adjustments section
of this manual). the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte- and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
nance section of this manual. ENGINEOIL
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
are securely fastened. Inspect moving with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
parts for damage, breakage and wear. the Maintenance section of this manual).
Replace il necessary. CYLiNDER(S)
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint 1. Remove spark plug(s).
surfaces; sand lightly before painting. 2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark
BATI'ERY plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
3. Turn ignition key to "START" position
Fully charge the battery for storage. for a few seconds to distribute oil.
After a period of time in storage, battery 4. Replace with new spark plug(s).
may require recharging.
• TO help prevent corrosion and power OTHER
leakage during long periods of storage, • Do not store gasoline from one season
battery cables should be disconnected to another.
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see • Replace your gasoline can if your can
"TO CLEAN BATI-ERY AND TERMI- starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
NALS" in the Maintenance section of gasoline will cause problems.
this manual). • If possible, store your tractor indoors
• After cleaning, leave cables discon- and cover it to give protection from dust
nected and place cables where they and dirt.
cannot come in contact with battery • Cover your tractor with a suitable
terminals. protective cover that does not retain
• If battery is removed from tractorfor moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
storage, do not store battery directly on cannot breathe which allows conden-
concrete or damp surfaces. sation to form and will cause your
ENGINE tractorto rust.
IMPORTANT: Never caver tractor while
FUEL SYSTEM
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
IMPORTANT: it Is impartant to prevent
gum deposites from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
hose, or tank during storage.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Will n_ sta_ 1, Outoffuel. I1. Fill fuel tank.
2. Enginenot =CHOKED" 12. See "TO START ENGINE"
properly. in Operation section.
3. Engine flooded, 3. Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.
4. Bad spark plug, a,. Replace spark plug.
5. Dirty atr filter. _. Clean/replace air filter.
6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter.
7. Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, refilltank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel
filter.
8. Looseor damagedwiring, 6. Check all widng.
9. Carburetorout of adjustment,9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.
1O.Enginevalvesout of lO.Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter. 1.

Clean/replace air filter.
2. Bad spark plug. 2.
Replace spark plug.
3. Weak or dead battery. 3.
Recharge or replace battery.
4. Dirty fuel filter. 4.
Replace fuel filter.
5. Stale or dirtyfuel. 5.
Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.
7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service Adjustments
section.
8. Enginevalvesout of 8, Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center,

Englnewlllnot 1. Brake pedal not 1. Depress brake pedal.

turn over depressed.
2. Attachment c_utchis 2. Disengage attachment
engaged. clutch.
3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.
,4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.
5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.
i6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all widng.
7. Faulty ignition switch. 7. Check/replace ignition
switch.
8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
9. Faultyoperatorpresence 9. Contact a Sears or other
switch(es). qualified service center.
Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery, I1. Recharge or replace battery,
will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. _2. Clean battery terminals,
3. Loose or damaged widng. 3. Check all wiring.
4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/
fast. reduce speed.
2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control.
position.
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TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Lossofpower 3. Build-up ofgrass,leaves 3. Clean underside of mower
(continued) and trash under mower. housing.
4. Dirty air filter. I 4. Clean/replace air filter.
5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil.
6. Faulty spark plug. ; 6. Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
I 7. Dirtyfuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter.
8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.
I 9. Water in fuel. 9. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.
10.Spark plug wire loose. 10.Connect and tighten spark
plug w_re.
11, Dirty engine air screen/fins. 11 .Clean engine air screen/
fins.
12, Dirty/clogged muffler, 12.Clean/replace muffler.
13,Loose or damaged widng. 13.Chsck all wiring.
14,Carburetor out of 14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"
adjustment. in Service Adjustments
section.
15. Engine valves out of 15.Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

Excessive 1. Worn. bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade.

vlbratlon Tighten blade bolt.
2. Bent blade mandrel. 2. Replace blade mandrel.
3. Loose/damaged part(s). 3. Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.

Englnecontlnues 1. Faultyoperator-safety 1. Check wiring, switches and

to run when presencecontrolsystem. connections. If not corrected
operator leaves contact a Sears or other
seat with qualified service center,
attachment
clutch engaged

Poor cut-uneven 1. Wom, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. "Rghten

blade belt.
2. Mower deck not level. 2. Level mower deck.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves, 3. Clean underside of mower
and trash under mower. housing.
4. Bent blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.
5. Clogged mower deck vent 5. Clean around mandrels to
from build*up of grass, open vent holes.
leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.

not rotate mechanism.
2, Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.
drive belL
3, Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.
4, Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

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TROUBLESHOOT_GCHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow, 1. Place throttle control in

discharge "FAST" position.
2. Travelspeed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed.
3, Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before
mowing.
4. Mowerdeck not level. 4, Level mower deck.
5. Low/uneventire air pressure,5, Check tires for proper air
pressure.
6. Worn,bent or looseb(ade. 6. Roplace/sharpen b(ede.
Tighten blade bott.
7. Buildup of grass, leaves and 7. Clean underside of mower
trash under mower. housing•
8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Roptace mower drive belt•
9. Btades improperty instalted. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
10.Improper blades used. 10.Replace with blades listed
in this manual.
11 .Clogged mower deck vent 11.Clean around mandrels to
holes from buildup of open vent holes.
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.

Headlight(s)not 1. Switch is "OFF", 1. Turn switch =ON".

working 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out, i2. Replace butb(s) or Ismp(s).
(if soequipped) 3. Faulty light switch. 13. Check/replace light switch.
4. Loose or damaged wiring, _4. Check wiring and connec-
tions.
5. Blown fuse•
5. Replace fuse.
Batterywill not 1. Bad battery cell(s).
charge 2. Poor cable connections. .• Rep_ece battery.
Check/clean all connec-
tions.
3. Faulty regulator 3. Replece regutator.
(if so equipped).
4. Faulty alternator. 4. Reptace alternator.

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

=disengaged" position. "engaged" position,
2. Motion drive belt worn, 2. Replace motion drive belt.
damaged, or broken.
3. Air trapped in transmission 3, Purge transmission.
during shipment or
servicing.

Engine "backfires' Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to

when turning set at "SLOW" "SLOW" position and allow
engine position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before
"OFF" before stopping engine. stopping engine.
I

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SCHEMATIC

I BATTERY

FUSE : _ STARTER
.... i _ gu°<

(NOTOCCUPIED)

,_,
i , i i t.

L_ ------

,_ IGNITION GAP I_
UNIT PLUGSON
TWIN CYL ENGINES) ,

NOTE
YOUR TRACTOR _S
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR HFJ_DUGHTS
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS F)
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS +
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS NON-REMOVABLE
SPEEDED UP. THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS
WiLL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.
IGNmON swrrcH o
REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
WIRING INSULATED CUPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR W_R_NQ.

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ELECTRICAL

25

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 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271643
ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4
8 156417 Case Battery
16 153664 Sw_tch, Intedock Push-In
21 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j
22 4152J Bulb Light #1156
24 4799,1 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red
25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red
26 175158 Fuse20AMP
27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black
29 121305X Sw_tchPtunger NC Gray
30 175566 Switch Ign
33 140403 Key Ign
40 178437 Hamess Ign
41 71110408 Bolt BIk, Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2
42 131563 Cover Terminal Red
43 178861 Balenoid
45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp
52 141940 Proteclton Wire Loop

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

2|

12

53

54

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 TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.271643
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chessis
2 176554
3 17060612 _'rew 3/8-16 x 3/4
5 155272 Bumper Hood/i3esh
9 168337X013 Desh
10 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH.
12 145660 Clip "l]nnerman Gdlle P/L
13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
14 17490606 _rew Thdrot 3/8-16 x 1/2
17 144983X558 Hood Assembly
18 126938X Bumper Hood
25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
26 STiTo41437 Nut
28 178987 G_lle
29 155217X599 Lens, Griile
30 174738X558 Fend/Ftrest
31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support
37 1749(To06 Screw Thdrol 5H6-18 x 1/2
38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear
51 73800400 Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC
52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
53 145201 Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH
54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
55 145202 Bracket Gdlle pickoff RH
57 STiTo22507 Bott, FinHex 1/4-20UNCx.75
60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3,_4
64 154798 Dash Lower STLT
74 S'RTo41437 Nut Crownlock 3/8016 UNC
142 1757G2 Plate Reinforcement
143 154966 Bracket Sway'oar Chassis
144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest
145 156524 Rod Pivot Chessis/Hood
206 170165 BoltSheulder 5/16-18Tr
207 176705_6 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt
2(_ 1767(3608 Screw Thdrel 3/8-16 x 1/2
212 16_919 Insert Lens
*- 5479J Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

212

70

2
22 l_t.
,6 84

61

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 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271643
GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ...... Transmission (See Breakdown) 66 154778 Keeper, Bolt Engine Hydro

Hydro Gear Mede1322-.0510 70 134683 Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH
8 165866 Rod, Sh_t 71 169t83 Strap, Torque, Lh
10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 73 169182 Strap, Torque. Rh
14 STD561125 Washer Lock 1/4 74 137057 Spacer, Axle
15 74490544 Bolt Hex Rghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
16 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18 UNC 76 12000001 Ring, E
19 _ Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 77 123583X Key, Square
21 13(T064 Knob 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
22 169496 Red, Brake 81 165596 Shaft Asm Cross
24 73350600 Nut 82 165711 Spring,Tor_K_'_
25 106888)( Spring, Red, Brake 83 19171216 Washer 17/82 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 84 16_43 Link Transaxle
27 $'rD561210 Pin, Cotter I/8 x 3/4 89 164890X428 Console, Shift
28 175765 Red, Parking Brake 90 124346X Nut Selt-Thd Wshd 1/4
29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake _6 17(_01 Control Asm Bypass Hydro
30 174973 Bracket, Transmission 96 $1_24CO3 Spdng, Retainer 1"
32 7476_512 Bolt Hex 3/16-18 UNC x 3/4 10_ 73940800 Nut, Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20
34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal
35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 116 72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1
36 19211616 Washer 120 73900600 Nut Lock F_J 3/8-16
37 1572H Pin, Roll 150 175456 Specer Retainer
38 165936 Pulley, Compesite, Flat 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10
39 74760648 Bolt 156 166_02 Washer 5/16 x 1.0 x 1.25
40 175461 Spacer, Split 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount
41 175556 Keeper, Bo_t, Idler 159 165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shift
42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 161 721_ Bolt Rdhd Sqnk lj4-20 x 3/4 G_ 5
47 127783 Pulley, Idier, V-Bolt 162 73680400 NUt Cmwnlock 1/4-20 Uric
48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drus_ 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 x 1
49 123205X Retainer, Belt 164 19091010 Washer 5i8 x .281 x 10 Ga.
50 STD523715 Bolt 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever
51 STD541437 Nut 166 166880 Screw 5/16 x 1.0 x .125
52 S]_541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-28 168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
53 1(_710X Link, Clutch 169 165580 plate Fastener Cross Shaft
55 1057(_X Spdng, Return, Clutch 197 16_613 Nyliner Snap-In
56 17060616 Borew 3/8-16 x 1.0 196 169593 Washer Nyliner
57 14_L_4 V-Bolt, Drive 199 169612 Bolt Sheu_der 5/16-18 Unc
59 169691 Keeper, Bolt, Center 200 72140508 Bolt RdHd Sqnk
61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5/16-18 Unc x 1
8883R Cover,Pedal 2_ 7211G612 Bolt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
63 175410 Pulley, EngLne 265 19171616 Washer 17/32 x 1 x 16Ga.
64 71170764 BoltHex 7/16x4Gr. 5 212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock
65 100407(X1 Washer
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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- - MODELNUMBER
917.271643
STEERING
ASSEMBLY

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/

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 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643
STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 SteedngWheel
2 154427 Ax;e Assembly STMP Dropged STL
3 169640 Spindle Assembly, LH.
4 16_639 Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5 626_H Beadng. Race, Thrust, Hardened
6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
7 lS272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
8 12000(_9 Ring, Klip
9 3366R Beadng, Steedng Column
10 175121 Dra_nk
11 ST0551137 Washer, Lock
13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Fronl
15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock
17 177876 Shaft Assembly. Bteedng
26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag
28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
29 17G60612 Screw 5/6-15 x 3/4
30 B'RTo61210 Pin Cotter
32 130465 Rod,Tie
36 1.5S099 Bushing, Steering
37 152927 Screw
38 139769 Insert, Steeling Wheel
39 19133812 Washer 15/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gange
40 B11_641537 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf
41 100711L Adaplor, Bteedng Wheel
42 145054X428 Boot, Steering Sheft
43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
44 153720 Extension Shelf Bteedng LR.LT
46 1212_2X Csp, Spindle
47 68_0M Fitting, Grease
51 S'1_541431 NutLockHexw,'lns. 5/16-18UNC
54 74780520 Bblt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
63 STD523710 Bolt, Rn Hex 5/6-16 UNC x 1Gr 5
65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle
67 72140618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
68 169e27 Axle, Brace
71 175146 Bteedng ASm.
e2 16S_35 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front
85 133835 Fastener Christmas Tree
88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20
91 175553 Clip Steedng

NO'I_:NI componentdirnensions
givenin U.S._ctt_
1 _'tch= 25A mm

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Spark Arrester

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

17{To45 Control l'hrot/Ch

17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x_'8 T
........ Engine (See Breakdown)
Bdggs MOdel 310707-01 3/-E1
4 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt
13 165291 GaSket 1 313 Id T=n Plated
14 148456 Tube Drain oil easy
16 ST[_5123/ Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
23 16ge37 Shield Br0wning/Debris Guard
29 137180 Arrestor Spark
31 109202X Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr
32 158990 Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented
33 123487X Clarnp Hose BIk
37 13/040 Line Fuel 20"
38 148315 Plug drain oil easy
4O 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line
44 17490412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4
45 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
46 19091416 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga
_2 ST1_551131 Washer Lock Hvy Hid Spr 5/16
72 71070512 Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x5/4
78 17060620 Screw 3,'8-16xl -1/4
81 73510400 Nut Range 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: An component dirnen_ns given tn U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO+ NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION
1 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id
2 14<T051 Bracket PUt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72_o0412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
3 71110616 Bolt F_nHex 3/6-I 6uric X I 15 134300 Spacer Sprd 28 X 96 Zinc
4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Btk Phi
5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976)( Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc
6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 21 171852 Bott Shoutder 5/16-18 Unc-2A
7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk 35 22 S'RTo41431 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18
B 170(X)616 Screw 3/6-16 X 1 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga,
9 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018)( Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62
10 174894 Pan Put Seat (blk)
11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
12 121246X Bracket PUt MounSng Switch 1 inch = 25.4 turn

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 156811 Decal, Oper. Instr. 12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

2 171761 Decal, Replacement 13 177259 Decal, Dash panel
3 171696 Oecal, Hood, R,H. 14 160356 Decal, V-Belt Schematic
4 171697 Decat, Hood, L,H. 15 176677 Decal, Engine
5 179128 Decal, Deck "B" 42' 20 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
6 13,3644 Decal, Customer Maintenance -- 16_10 Decal, By-Pass
7 177253 Decal Hood Side LT1000 -- 138311 Decal, Lift Handle
8 172331 Decal, Deck -- 165800X428 Pad Footrest I.H SILT
9 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT
10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger - - 178733 Owners Manual, English
- - 178734 Owner's Manual, Spanish

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap Value Tire

2 65130 StemValue
3 10_22X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0- 6 Semice
4,10
4 59904 Tuhe Irmer Front #35060
5 10673QX427 Rim Asm 6"front White Sen/ice
6 2781-1 Fitting Grease
7 g040H Bearing Range
11 8 106108X427 Rim Asm 8"rear Whit e Sen,'ise
9 10_8X "l_e R "rs 18x9 5-8 Sen, ice
10 7152.1 Tuhe Rear 9 5 X 8 Service
11 104757X428 Cap Axle Bik 1 50 X 1 00
- - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz, tube)

No'rE: AI component
_mensicns givenin U.S.inches
1 Inch= 25A mm

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spdng W/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift
3 105767X Pin Groove
4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62
5 19¢Zl1621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
6 120183X Bearing Nylo_g
7 125631X Grip Handle Ruted
8 122365X Button Ftunger Read
11 139665 Unk Asm Lift L.H.
12 139666 Link Asm Lift R.H.
13 STD624006 Retainer Spring
15 173288 Link Front
16 733508C0 Nut Jam Hex 1/2o13 Unc
17 175_89 Trunrdon
18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc
19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower
20 163552 Retainer Spdng
31 169665 Beadng, Pvt. oft
32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NO'I1E:
Allcomponent
dirnen_or_ givenin U.S.inches
1 inch= 25,4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
Boil, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 52 139688
2 $1_533107 Bolt 53 131845 Ann Assembly, Pad, Brake
Washer, Ha,-dened
3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 54 133943
55 155O46 Arm, Idler
4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer
5 S_4008 Retainer Swing 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler
6 130632 Arm, Suspans_on, Rear 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval
8 850657 Boil, Hex 3_-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 68 144959 V-Bait
9 STC66113"/ Washer, Lock _ STD541437 Nut
10 14(_96 Washer, Hardened 101 136420 Mulchor Cover
11 134149 Blede, Mulching 10_ 71(_1010 Scow
13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel,
Vented 10_ 19061216 Washer #10
Washer, Lock
14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 104 STITo51110
1G6 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger
15 110485X Beedng, Ball, Mandrel 106 2(_9J Nut,Weld
19 174493 Stdppar, Ventad Mower Deck 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
18 721405(35 Bolt, Carringe 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/6-16 UNC x 1Gr. 5
19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 130 STD523710
20 159770 Baffle, Vodex 131 STD533710 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/6-16UNC x 1
21 STD5,11431 NutCrownldck5/16-18UNC 142 165890 Ann Swing Brake Mower
22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 143 157109 Bracket Ann Idtar 42"
23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 144 158r_34 Keeper Bolt 42" Clutch Cable
145 165888 Pulley idler Rat
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 146 171977 BoltCarriage Idler
25 123713x Swing, Torsion, Deflector
26 11045?-X Nut, Push 147 131335 Spring Exteneion
27 130968)(428 Shield, Detlect_ 148 169022 Spring Return Idler
28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 149 165898 RetaJnet Swing Yellew Zidc
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
29 131491 Rod,Hinge 150 19091216 Bracket Clutch
30 157722 ScrewThdrolWasher Heed 151 169670
Cable Clutch 42 In
31 129963 Washer, Spacer 152 169676
153 169674 Washer Rat _ Type B
15,3535 Putley, Mandrel 154 169675 Spring Retainer
33 178342 Nut, Topleck, Rangnd
34 STD533717 Bolt 155 169671 Swing Retention Lever
Spacer
36 131494 Pulley, idler, Flat 156 169672
37 $1_551G37 Washer 13/3,?.x13/16 x16 157 169669 Rod Clutch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8
Ga 158 17720410
40 S]_541437 NutU_rownlock3/8-16UNC 159 7214C614 BoIl Rdhd Sqn 3/6-16 Uric x 3/4
44 14_088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. -- 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes
45 STD624903 Retainer Key Numbers 8-10,13-15, 31
46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 and 32)
48 133944 Washer, Hardened - - 169583 Replacement Mower, Compldta
49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower
50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 NOTE: AI com4xx_t dimensldf_ given in U.S.inches
51 STC541410 Locknut 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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PARr KEY PARr

NO. NO. DESCRg:TION NO. NO. DESCRIFRON

1 17G351 Main Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck

2 17(X352 Side Housing, Assembly 61 142882 Puck Plate
3 170353 Center Section. Assembly 62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin
4 170354 Swashplata, Trunlen Machiood 63 176410 H FHCS 1/4-20X2 W/Patch, Sgeciai
5 169898 Block - Assembly Range
6 17C_55 Sealez'.t 64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch
7 170356 Hex Range Screw 1/4-20 X 1,25 66 170411 Spac_
8 170057 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 66 170412 Spdng. Brake Arm Bkzs
9 17SO58 Shaft, Input 67 170413 SQ. HD. BOLTS/16-24-Riubed
10 170359 Ring-Retaining 68 170414 Arm, Brake
11 170060 Spacer 69 170415 SIottad HOx Nut 5/16-24
12 169670 Ring-Retaining 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4
13 17(_61 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 71 170417 Compresalon Sp_ng Broke Ardi-Drag
14 173158 Ball Srg 72 170418 Washer, HT .5 LD. X 10.D. X .032
17MMIDX40MM ODX 12MM 73 142884 Flut - Wasber 11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D,
16 170362 Hex FLlengeHead Screw 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25
5/1 6-24 X 0.75 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly..027,Washer
17 170G63 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 76 170421 Stud, 5/1 6-24 Fdutio_ Pack
18 170364 Arm, Control 77 170422 Puck..330 X 1.50 X .0975
19 173159 Bearing, 30X52X 13 ThnJst 78 1_ Spring, Helio]Comp
23 170G65 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 79 142960 Spacer
24 17G_66 Sbeft, Motor1 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24 UNJF
27 170367 Gear- Pinion, 13T (Nylon Insert)
28 173O68 10T/48T GEAR 81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack
29 170369 Gear, 10T Jackshaft 82 170424 Clip, Washer .316X1.50X.1046
3O 170370 SOT Bull Gear (Plated)
31 170071 Sleeve Beadng .75 X 1.575 X .625 83 161168 Pin, Standard Headless
32 170389 Sleeve Beadng 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Bae 5t32 Tube
(Outboard).75X1.750X.625 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank
33 142991 Washer. 3/4 ID X 1-1/20D X .13 "n-IK 87 173160 Cap, Vent
34 170GSO Lip Seal Axle Seal 88 170429 Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2
35 170SO1 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key,R.H.) 90 170430 Puck. Inner Wedge
36 170092 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key,L.H.) 93 170431 Spdng Clip- Housing Thrust
37 150792 Mitar Gear (SPLINED) 107 170432 Deflector
38 150"/9_ Miter Gear 15T (0,5 ID) 108 170433 We.sber,Mutorshaft
39 150809 Shaft .711DX1.15ODX.0SOTHK
40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 109 170434 Plug. Sac it6
41 17(_94 Pin, Jackshaft 111 170435 O-rlng .07 x .301 I.D,
42 1_ Mngnet, Rling 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expar_.sionTank
43 17(_96 Spring, Bypass 116 170438 SlilioonSponge
44 150797 Hydro mtg Screw 5/6-24 X 2.5 Long 119 173161 Fan
45 170397 Fltlter 120 170440 pulley
46 1_ Base, Filtar 122 173162 #12 T,F, Borew-lindented Hex Washer
47 170099 Actuator, Bypass Head
48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 123 173163 Bracket Belt Keeper
49 170401 Arm, Bypass 124 170444 Centarsection-F!lter-Bypa.ss
50 170402 Retaining Ring "250 External Assembly
51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X ,250 X "250 TC 125 170445 FilterAssembly
52 170404 FlutWesber, 126 173164 Fen - Pulley Service Aassembly
5/8 ID X 1.00D X .05 THK 127 170447 Seal - O-ring Kit
53 170405 RetainingRing 128 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank
54 170406 Bearing, Center Block 900 171613 Transaxle. complete
56 142977 Spring - Helical Compression
56 142978 Washer NOTE: Alt comgenent dimensions given in U.B, inches
57 150798 20W-50 OIL72.8 oz 1 inch = 25.4 mm
58 170407 Brake Yoke
59 170406 Rotor. Brake

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s_r-I 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT
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KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 690156 Cylinder Assembly 105 231855 21 Valve-FIoet Needle
2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal t05A 694922 O Valve-FIoet Nasdle
3 391086 - Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 106 690577 Seat-Inlet

45 690188
494238 Head-Cytinder
+ Sure, p-Engine 108A
108 692344
690464 Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic)
Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)
7 692410 • Gasket-Cylinder Head 108B 695419 Valve-Choke(Nikki Carburetor)
8 495735 Breather Assembly 117 692408 _ Jet-Main (Standard)
9 27803 • Gasket-Breather 692411 Jet-Main (High Altitude)
10 691666 Screw (Breather Assembly) 117A 695415 _ Jet-Main (Standard)
11 691328 Tube-Breethar 695416 _ Jet-Main (High Altitude)
12 692226 • Gasket-Crankcase (.015 121 690191 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul
Thick. Std) 121A 695427 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul
692406 • Gasket-Crankcase (.005 125 690194 Carburetor
Thick) 125A Carburetor (Nikki)(Sauce
692405 • Gasket-Crankcase (.009 with Walbro Carburetor)
Thick) 127 695005 _ Plug-Welch
13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 127A 690727 _ Plug-Watch
15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 130 691750 Valve-Throt6e
16 690136 Crankshaft 130A 695418 Valve-Throttle
20 291675 ° Seal-Oil 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft
22 892125 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 131A 695421 Kit-Thmt_e Shaft
23 693557 Flywheel 133 494381 Ficat-Carburetor
24 222698 Key-Flywheel 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor
25 692271 Piston Assembly (Standard) 137 281165 O_ Gasket-Float Bowl
692272 Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 137A 695426 Ot Gasket-Float Bowl
692273 Piston Assembly .{.020 O,S.) 141 495097 K}t-Choke Shaft (Manual
692274 Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.) Choke)
26 690162 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 141A 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke-A÷
692164 Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.S.) Matic)
692166 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.) 141B 695420 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikld)
692165 Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.) 142 692412 _l Nozzle-Carburetor
27 691299 Look-Piston Pin 146 691639 Key-_mlng
28 498319 Pin-Piston (Standard) 167 692297 Air Cleaner Stud Seal
493320 Pin-Piston (.020 O.S.) 176 691917 ° O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner)
29 692419 Rod*Connasting (Standard) 186 692317 Connector-Hose
499940 Rod-Conne_Jng (,020 U.S.) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut 1o Required
32 692852 Screw (Connectthg Rod) Length)
33 495856 Valve-Exhaust 168 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)
34 495857 VaNe-Intake 192 691986 Aduster-Rocker Arm
35 691279 Spring-Valve (intake) 202 691841 Link-Mechancal Governor
38 691279 Spring.Valve (Exhaust) 209 692208 Spring-Governor
37 690456 Guard-Flywheal 216 691840 Link-Choke
40 691752 Retainer-Valve 217 695409 Spdng-Choke Return
43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 222 694042 Bracket-Control
46 690564 Tappet-Valve 227 691374 Control Lever-Governor
46 692421 Camshaft 231 691636 O Scraw (Choke Valve)
48 692706 Short Block (311707-0028-E1 231A 690718 Q Screw (Choke Valve)
Replacement Engine) 232 691842 Spring-Governor Link
60 690193 Manifold-Intake 238 691843 Cap-Valve
51 692137. O1+ Gasket-Intake 240 394358 Filter-Fuel
53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing
54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifok:l) 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)
73 690492 Screen-Rotating 276 692255 _t Sealing Washer
74 591674 Screw (Rotating Screen) 276A 695410 Ot- Sealing Washer
75 690582 Washer (Flywheel)
78 690661 Screw (Flywhonl Guard) RPM Settings: LOWSp, bed: 1900-2100
93 690602 Bushlng-Throtge Shaft High Speed: 3000-3200
94 498030 Kit-Idle MLxtura
94A 695425 Kit-Idle Mixture -- Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358
95 691 636 Screw {ThrotUeValve) I_ in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.
95A 690718 O Screw ('ThroffieValve) 121 and121A
98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed t; inckJ_ed in Cad_Jrator Gasket Set, Key. No.
98A 695408 Kit-Idle Speed 977 and 977A
104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge + Included In Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095
104A 694918 _ Pin-Roar H_nge
NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.
inches1_ch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION
297 691002 Screw (DipstickTube) 789 692037 Hamess-Widng
304 690844 Housln9-Bldwer 789A 695050 Hamess-Wirlng
305 690960 Screw (13tower Housing) 797 693167 NUt (Brush Retainer)
306 690499 Shiald-C finder
-uyn 801 691429 Cap-Ddve
307 691003 Screw_Cyllnder Shield) 802 691286 Cap-End
309 693551 Motor-starter 803 693757 Housing-Starter
310 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)
311 497608 Brush Set 842 691870 • Dipstick/l'ups Seal
333 495859 Armature-Magneto 847 496415 Dipstick/TubeAssembly
334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto) 851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug
337 491055 Spark Plug 868 690968 ,+ Seal-Valve
344 693675 Screw (Cable Clamp) 871 690969 Bushin_l-Gulde
358 690189 Engine Gasket Set 875 694842 Base-Air Cleaner
363 19203 Flywheel Puller 877 593458 Wlre-Connoctor/Altamator
368 695422 _pSring-Float Bowl 883 692236 ° Gasket-Exhaust
053 89838 Wrench-Spsrk Plug 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)
404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 934 691055 Screw (Fan Retainer)
448 496894 Filtar-AirCleaner Ca_idge 947 497672 Solenold-Fual
455 891173 Cup-Flywheal 947A 895423 Solenoid-Fuel
462 691261 Washer (Brush Retainer) 967 272043 Fllter-Pre Cleaner
467 691668 Knob-Air Cleaner 968 691916 Cover-Air Cleaner
474 691063 Alternator 971 692129 Screw (Air Cleaner Base)
503 591532 Strap-Starter 975 495933 BowI-Fldat
505 691251 Nut (Govemor Control Lever) 975A 695417 Bowl-Float
510 693699 Drive-Starter 977 690192 Sat-Carburetor Gasket
513 692024 Clutch-Drive 977A 695428 Set-Carburetor Gasket
523 892014 Dipstick 987 691326 • SeaI-Throt6e Shaft
524 281370 • Seal-DipstickTube 987A 690998 Seal-Throttle Shaft
525 691398 Tube-Dtpst_k 998 690678 Carburetor Shield
544 692034 Armature-Starter 1005 695056 Fan-Flywheal
552 491986 Bushing-Govemor Lever 1006 890452 Retainer-Fan
562 691119 Bait (Governor Control Lever 1019 690180 Kit-Label
579 691029 Nut (Starter Cabe) 1022 272475 .+ Gasket-Rocker Cover
601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1023 691192 Cover-Rocker
614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake)
616 692012 Crank-Govemor 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)
617 692138 • O-Ring Seal (Intake Manifold) 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker
633 695414 Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod
634 890801 _l SeaI-Spdng Assembly 1036 695700 Labal-Emlssions
(Manual Choke) 1051 691265 Ratalner-Brush
634A 690802 _ Seal-Spring Assembly 1058 274789 Owner's Manual
(Choke-A-Matic) 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush
635 691909 uoot-Spark Plug 1091 691333 Cap-Llmiter
658 691323 Spacer 1095 690190 Valve Gasket Set
691 692407 , Seal-Governor Shaft 1119 691183 Screw (Attemator)
692 690572 Spring-Detent 1127 691657 Screw (Roat Bowl)
697 690372 Screw (Ddve Cap) 1127A695407 Screw (Roat Bowl)
711 690703 Screw (Carburetor Shield)
718 690959 Pin-Locating RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100
727 490324 Cover-Starter Drk,e High Speed: 3000-3200
729 691335 ClilPwim
729A 691224 Clip-Wire ¶ Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358
732 691002 Screw (Starter Drive Cover) O Indoded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. NO.
733 691658 Screw (Crankshaft Extension) 121 and121A
741 691284 Gear-Timing :1: included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.
757 691714 Llnk-Countarwalght 977 and 977A
758 692423 Counterweight + Indt_ldd In Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095
789 691239 Pin-Countarwalght
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