Owner's Manual

IC.nFTSMnN°I
LAWN TRACTOR
22.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.
917.272850

This product has a low emission engine which operates

IIL-.L_II differently from previously budt engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. J

IMPORTANT: 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. Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ................................................. 2 Maintenance ......................................... 17
Safety Rules ........................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ...................... 21
Product Specifications ............................ 6 Storage ................................................. 27
Assembly/P re-Operation ........................ 8 Troubleshooting .................................... 28
Operation .............................................. 11 Repair Parts .......................................... 32
Maintenance Schedule ......................... 17 Sears Service ......................... Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is
maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,
Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in
material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will
also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During
the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your
home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve-
nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur-
chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is
dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within
the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to
blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.
• Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups
• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, elec-
trical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper
grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,
or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the
owner's manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-
nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur-
chase date.
• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-
ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery
will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30
days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After
the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail-
able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is
dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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

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

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

_:_WARNING: In order to prevent ac- • Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

cidental starting when setting up, trans- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do
porting, adjusting or making repairs, not operate the mower without either
always disconnect spark plug wire and the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place wire where it cannot contact spark place.
plug. • Slow down before turning.
_WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in • Never leave a running machine unat-
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. tended. Always turn off blades, set
_WARNING: Tow only the attachments parking brake, stop engine, and remove
that are recommended by and comply with keys before dismounting.
specifications of the manufacturer of your • Turn off blades when not mowing.
tractor. Use common sense when towing. • Stop engine before removing grass
Operate only at the lowest possible speed catcher or unclogging chute.
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, • Mow only in daylight or good artificial
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can light.
lose traction with the ground and cause • Do not operate the machine while under
_u to lose control of your tractor. the influence of alcohol or drugs.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its • Watch for traffic when operating near or
constituents, and certain vehicle compo- crossing roadways.
nents contain or emit chemicals known to • Use extra care when loading or un-
the State of California to cause cancer and loading the machine into a trailer or
birth defects or other reproductive harm. truck.
_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals • Data indicates that operators, age 60
and related accessories contain lead and years and above, are involved in a large
lead compounds, chemicals known to the percentage of riding mower-related in-
State of California to cause cancer and juries. These operators should evaluate
birth defects or other reproductive harm. their ability to operate the riding mower
Wash hands after handling, safely enough to protect themselves and
others from serious injury.
I. GENERAL OPERATION • Keep machine free of grass, leaves or
• Read, understand, and follow all instruc- other debris build-up which can touch
tions in the manual and on the machine hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do
before starting. not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
• Only allow responsible adults, who are or other debris which can cause build-
familiar with the instructions, to operate up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
the machine. spillage before operating or storing the
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, machine. Allow machine to cool before
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked storage.
up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people II. SLOPE OPERATION
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area. Slopes are a major factor related to loss-
• Never carry passengers. of-control and tipover accidents, which can
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- result in severe injury or death. All slopes
require extra caution. If you cannot back
lutely necessary. Always look down and up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do
behind before and while backing. not mow it.

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DO: • Never carry children. They may fall off
• Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree safe machine operation.
limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- machine.
even terrain could overturn the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind
Tall grass can hide obstacles. corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear that may obscure vision.
so that you will not have to stop or shift
IV. SERVICE
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommend- • Use extra care in handling gasoline and
ations for wheel weights or counter- other fuels. They are flammable and
weights to improve stability. vapors are explosive.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or - Use only an approved container.
other attachments. These can change - Never remove gas cap or add fuel
the stability of the machine. with the engine running. Allow
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow engine to cool before refueling. Do
and gradual Do not make sudden not smoke.
changes in speed or direction. - Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If - Never store the machine or fuel con-
tires lose traction, disengage the blades tainer inside where there is an
and proceed slowly straight down the open flame, such as a water heater.
slope. • Never run a machine inside a closed
DO NOT: area.
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces- • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
downhill, if possible. ment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,
or embankments. The mower could Check their proper operation regularly.
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in. spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
traction could cause sliding.
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
before restarting.
putting your foot on the ground.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
the engine running.
slopes.
• Grass catcher components are subject
III. CHILDREN to wear, damage, and deterioration,
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator which could expose moving parts or
is not alert to the presence of children. allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
Children are often attracted to the ma- check components and replace with
chine and the mowing activity. Neveras- manufacturer's recommended parts,
sume that children will remain where you when necessary.
last saw them. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
• Keep children out of the mowing area Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
and under the watchful care of another use extra caution when servicing them.
responsible adult. • Check brake operation frequently. Ad-
• Be alert and turn machine off if children just and service as required.
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.

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• Be sure the area is clear of other people • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone limbs, etc.
enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
• Never carry passengers or children terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
even with the blades off. grass can hide obstacles.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
lutely necessary. Always look down and so that you will not have to stop or shift
behind before and while backing. while on the slope.
• Never carry children. They may fall off • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
and be seriously injured or interfere with tires lose traction, disengage the blades
safe machine operation. and proceed slowly straight down the
• Keep children out of the mowing area slope.
and under the watchful care of another • If machine stops while going uphill,
responsible adult. disengage blades, shift into reverse and
• Be alert and turn machine off if children back down slowly.
enter the area. • Be not turn on slopes unless necessary,
• Before and when backing, look behind and then, turn slowly and gradually
and down for small children. downhill, if possible.
• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS In the state of California the above is re-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-
iGasoline Capacity 3.5
nia Public Resources Code). Other states
iand Type: Unleaded Regular may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
iOil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
i (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 muffler is available through your nearest
(below 32°F) Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS
Oil Capacity: W/Filter 4.0 Pints section of this manual).
W/O Filter 3.75 Pints REPAIR PROTECTION
Spark Plug: Champion QC 12YC AGREEMENTS
(Gap: .040") Congratulations on making a smart pur-
Ground Speed Forward: chase. Your new Craftsman® product is
(MPH): 1st 1.2 designed and manufactured for years of
2nd 1.5 dependable operation. But like all prod-
3rd 2.4 ucts, it may require repair from time to
4th 3.5 time. That's when having a Repair Protec-
5th 4.8 tion Agreement can save you money and
6th 5.3 aggravation.
Reverse: 1.5 Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement
Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI now and protect yourself from unexpected
Rear: 10 PSI hassle and expense.
Here's what's included in the Agreement:
Charging 3 Amps Battery • Expert service by our 12,000 profe-
System: 5 Amps Headlights sional repair specialists.
Battery: Amp/Hr: 35 • Unlimited service and no charge for
Min. CCA: 280 parts and labor on all covered repairs.
Case Size: U1R • Product replacement if your covered
i Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs. product can't be fixed.
• Discount of 10% from regular price of
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase service and service-related parts not
of a new tractor. It has been designed, covered by the agreement; also, 10%
engineered and manufactured to give you the off regular price of preventive mainte-
best possible dependability and performance. nance check.
Should you experience any problem you • Fast help by phone- phone support
cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears from a Sears technician on products
or other qualified service center. We have
requiring in-home repair, plus conve-
competent, well-trained technicians and the nient repair scheduling.
proper tools to service or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The Once you purchase the Agreement, a
instructions will enable you to assemble simple phone call is all that it takes for you
and maintain your tractor properly. Always to schedule service. You can call anytime
observe the "SAFETY RULES". day or night, or schedule a service ap-
pointment online.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Sears has over 12,000 professional repair
• Read and observe the safety rules. specialists, who have access to over 4.5
• Follow a regular schedule in main- million quality parts and accessories.
taining, caring for and using your tractor. That's the kind of professionalism you can
• Follow the instructions under "Mainte- count on to help prolong the life of your
nance" and "Storage" sections of this new purchase for years to come. Purchase
owner's manual. your Repair Protection Agreement today!
_WARNING: This tractor is equipped Some limitations and exclusions apply.
with an internal combustion engine and For prices and additional information
should not be used on or near any unim- call 1-800-827-6655.
proved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE
exhaust system is equipped with a spark For Sears professional installation of home
arrester meeting applicable local or state appliances, garage door openers, water
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it heaters, and other major home items, in
should be maintained in effective working the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
order by the operator.
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 Steering Wheel

Steering
Wheel Insert

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4

@
(1) Locknut 1/2-20
@
(1) Locknut 1/4-28

Steering
Extension
_St_oeritg Shaft
Steering Wheel
Adapter

Seat

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

_(1) Knob

For Future Use

Slope Sheet Video Cassette

Keys

(2) Keys

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor
all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools
as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 3/4"wrench (1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure gauge
Steering _ / Steering
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means when you are in Wheel Boot
the operating position (seated behind the
steering wheel). Tabs
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM Adapter_
CARTON '_' / Extension
UNPACK CARTON Sha
1/4 Locknut---'-""_ _.__
1. Remove all accessible loose parts and .__ _---'--1/4 Hex Bolt
parts boxes from carton. Lower . _-._.- .
2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan- Steer ng / _ -.. .,
els of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat.
, "-. _Tab
3. Check for any additional loose parts or
cartons and remove. _- " _ __-" Slots

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID 8. Remove protective materials from trac-
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL tor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND staples in skid that may puncture tires
BOOT where tractor is to roll off skid.
1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-
ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex- HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
tension and lower shafts and install 1/4
CHECK BATTERY
hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.
IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se- 1. Lift hood to raised position.
curely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque. NOTE: If this battery is put into service
2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab after month and year indicated on label
slots in dash and push down to secure. (label located between terminals) charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance
3. Position front wheels of the tractor so section of this manual for charging instruc-
they are pointing straight forward. tions).
4. Remove steering wheel adapter from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steering shaft extension.
5. Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter.
6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex
nut and tighten securely.
7. Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
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INSTALL SEAT NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate
knob. instruction below to remove the tractor
1. Remove adjustment knob and flat from the skid.
washer securing seat to cardboard TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See
packing and set aside for assembly of
seat to tractor. Operation section for location and
2. Pivot seat upward and remove from function of controls)
the cardboard packing. Remove the 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise
cardboard packing and discard. attachment lift lever to its highest po-
3. Place seat on seat pan so head of sition.
shoulder bolts are positioned over the 2. Release parking brake by depressing
large slotted holes in pan. clutch/brake pedal.
4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear position.
of tractor. 4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- 5. Remove banding holding deflector
semble adjustment knob and flat shield up against tractor.
washer loosely. Do not tighten. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
6. Lower seat into operating position and Operation section for location and
sit in seat.
function of controls)
7. Slide seat until a comfortable position • ILWARNING: Before starting, read, un-
is reached which allows you to press derstand and follow all instructions in the
clutch/brake pedal all the way down. Operation section of this manual. Be sure
8. Get off seat without moving its ad- tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure
justed position. the area in front of tractor is clear of other
9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment people and objects.
knob securely. 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.
2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.
3. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the
Seatl parking brake.
4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
Shoulder 5. Press lift lever plunger and raise
Bolts
attachment lift lever to its highest posi-
tion.
6. Start the engine. After engine has
started, move throttle control to idle
position.
Flat Wa_.__ 7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold. Move
gearshift lever to 1st gear.
8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-
ing brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.
10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
(If previously removed) OF ALL BELTS
1. Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for replac-
upright position. ing motion and mower blade drive belts
2. Place front of mulcher plate over front in the Service and Adjustments section
of mower deck opening and slide into of this manual. Verify that the belts are
place, as shown. routed correctly.
3. Hook front latch into hole on front of
mower deck. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of After you learn how to operate your trac-
mower deck. tor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
Deflector this manual.
Shield Mulcher
Plate
,/CHECKL IS T
Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor, we wish to assure that you receive
the best performance and satisfaction
from this Quality Product.
Latch Please review the following checklist:
Hooks ,/All assembly instructions have been
completed.
_ILCAUTION: Do not remove deflector ,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
shield from mower. ,/Battery is properly prepared and
TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
DISCHARGING ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place.Your mower is now ready for ,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-
discharging or installation of optional grass ping purposes, the tires were overin-
catcher accessory. flated at the factory).
NOTE: It is not necessary to change ,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
blades. The mulcher blades are designed side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
for discharging and bagging also. results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
The tires on your tractor were overin- they are routed properly around pulleys
flated at the factory for shipping purposes. and inside all belt keepers.
Correct tire pressure is important for best ,/Check wiring. See that all connections
cutting performance. are still secure and wires are properly
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in clamped.
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section While learning how to use your tractor, pay
of this manual. extra attention to the following important
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS items:
,/Engine oil is at proper level.
For best cutting results, mower hous-
ing should be properly leveled. See "TO ,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service lar unleaded gasoline.
and Adjustments section of this manual. ,/Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper-
ating condition.

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

R N H L I\I
REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED UNLOCKED

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

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS
AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

& DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

FREE WHEEL
& WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
(Automatic Models only)
& CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

& might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage
Failure to follow instructions to the tractor and/or engine.

could result in serious injury or

_HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,
death. The safety alert symbol ,_l,., if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury
is used to identify safety inform- and/or property damage.
ation about hazards which can
result in death, serious injury FIRE
could indicates
result in adeath,
hazardserious
which, ifinjury
not avoided,
and/or
and/or property damage. property damage.

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
TRACTOR
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment Ignition Switch Light Switch

Position

Ammeter Clutch Lever --. I

"2"- Lever
Plunger

Choke Control
Attachment
Throttle Control Lift Lever

o Height
Clutch/Brake Adjustment
Pedal Lever

Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and
discharging (-) of battery. stopping the engine.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release
to engage the mower blades, or other at- attachment lift lever when changing its
tachments mounted to your tractor. position.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to LIGHT SWITCH POSITION -Turns the
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or headlights on and off.
other attachments mounted to your tractor. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for brake pedal into the brake position.
declutching and braking the tractor and THROTTLE CONTROL - Used for start-
starting the engine. ing and controlling engine speed.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold
and direction of tractor. engine.

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

HOW TO USE YOU R TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than "STOP" will
Your tractor is equipped with an operator cause the battery to discharge and go
dead.
presence sensing switch. When engine NOTE: Under certain conditions when
is running, any attempt by the operator
tractor is standing idle with the engine
to leave the seat without first setting the
running, hot engine exhaust gases may
parking brake will shut off the engine.
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way
down and hold. this possibility, always stop engine when
2. Pull parking brake lever up and release Ocppingtractor on grass areas.
AUTION: Always stop tractor com-
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.
pletely, as described above, before leaving
Pedal should remain in brake position.
the operator's position.
Make sure parking brake will hold trac-
tor secure. TO USETHROTTLE CONTROL
Attachment Clutch Lever Always operate engine at full throttle.
Position • Operating engine at less than full
Choke _ throttle reduces the battery charging
inition Key rate.
,"Disengaged" • Full throttle offers the best bagging and
Thn Position mower performance.
Brake
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL
"Engaged"
Position Use choke control whenever you are start-
Clutch/
ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a
Broke
warm engine.
• To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Gearshift
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
"Disengaged" "Brake" Lever
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
Position Position
The direction and speed of movement is
STOPPING controlled by the gearshift lever.
1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal de-
MOWER BLADES - pressed and gearshift lever in neutral
• To stop mower blades, move attachment (N) position.
clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. 2. Move gearshift lever to desired po-
GROUND DRIVE - sition.
• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ 3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.
brake pedal all the way down.
• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete
position. stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful life
ENGINE -
of your transaxle.
• Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
to slow position and allowing engine to The position of the attachment lift lever
idle before stopping may cause engine to determines the cutting height.
"backfire". • Grasp lift lever.
• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and • Press plunger with thumb and move
remove key. Always remove key when lever to desired position.
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use.
• Never use choke to stop engine.
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The cutting height range is approxi- 2. Start mower blades by engaging at-
mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea- tachment clutch control.
sured from the ground to the blade tip with TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
the engine not running. These heights
disengage attachment clutch control.
are approximate and may vary depending
_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
upon soil conditions, height of grass and
without either the entire grass catcher,
types of grass being mowed.
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
• The average lawn should be cut to ap-
shield in place.
proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool
season and to over 3 inches during hot Lift
months. For healthier and better looking igh Position
lawns, mow often and after moderate
growth. Clutch Lever
,,,, Low
• For best cutting performance, grass over Position
6 inches in height should be mowed
twice. Make the first cut relatively high;
the second to desired height. "Disengaged"
Position
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground when
mower is at the desired cutting height in Shield
operating position. Gauge wheels then
keep the deck in proper position to help TO OPERATE ON HILLS
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
_WARNING: Do not drive up or down
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor
on a flat level surface. hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do
not drive across any slope. Use the slope
1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height
guide at the back of this manual.
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
• Choose the slowest speed before start-
HEIGHT" in this section of manual).
ing up or down hills.
2. With mower in desired height of cut
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
position, gauge wheels should be hills.
assembled so they are slightly off the
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
ground. Install gauge wheel in ap-
control lever to slower position.
propriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8
• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push
washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten
clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-
securely.
tion and engage parking brake.
3. Repeat for opposite side, installing
• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be
gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
sure you have allowed room for tractor
to roll slightly as you restart movement.
Gauge Wheel o_%
• To restart movement, slowly release
Mounting \ _-._ _ _/-_j_
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• Make all turns slowly.
Bracket 2_.___
TO TRANSPORT
Locknut --------_/_:_ _f\
_" Shoulder • Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
3/8 Washer f ....-.-_,..._Bolt
Gauge Wheel • When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
TO OPERATE MOWER position.
Your tractor is equipped with an operator • Do not push or tow tractor at more than
presence sensing switch. Any attempt five (5) MPH.
by the operator to leave the seat with the NOTE: To protect hood from damage
engine running and the attachment clutch when transporting your tractor on a truck
engaged will shut off the engine. or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
1. Select desired height of cut. secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
etc.).
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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
MENTS of an engine while in storage. To avoid
Tow only the attachments that are recom- engine problems, the fuel system should
mended by and comply with specifications be emptied before storage of 30 days
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
common sense when towing. Too heavy engine and let it run until the fuel lines
of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
Tires can lose traction with the ground and next season. See Storage Instructions for
cause you to lose control of your tractor. additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE tank or permanent damage may occur.
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The engine in your tractor has been TO START ENGINE
shipped, from the factory, already filled When starting the engine for the first time
with summer weight oil. or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel from
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level
the tank to the engine.
ground.
1. Sit on seat in operating position,
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe
depress clutch/brake pedal and set
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw
parking brake.
cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
move and read oil level. If necessary,
position.
add oil until "FULl" mark on dipstick is
reached. Do not overfill. 3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged
position.
• For cold weather operation you should
4. Move throttle control to fast position
change oil for easier starting (See the
5. Pull choke control out for a cold engine
oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance
start attempt. For a warm engine start
section of this manual).
attempt the choke control may not be
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte- needed.
nance section in this manual.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and
ADD GASOLINE cold starting procedures below.
• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key
not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular clockwise to start position and release
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of key as soon as engine starts. Do
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will not run starter continuously for more
increase carbon and lead oxide deposits than fifteen seconds per minute. If the
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil engine does not start after several
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan- attempts, push choke control in, wait
tities that can be used within 30 days to a few minutes and try again. If engine
assure fuel freshness. still does not start, pull the choke con-
_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or trol out and retry.
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and
above)
near an open flame.
7. When engine starts, slowly push choke
IMPORTANT: When operating in temper-
atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean control in until the engine begins to
run smoothly. If the engine starts to
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting. run roughly, pull the choke control out
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called slightly for a few seconds and then
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can continue to push the control in slowly.
attract moisture which leads to separa- • The attachments and ground drive can
tion and formation of acids during storage. now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute using
the choke as described above.

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COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and • Do not mow grass when it is wet.
below) Wet grass will plug mower and leave
7. When engine starts, slowly push choke undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
control in until the engine begins to run before mowing.
smoothly. Continue to push the choke • Always operate engine at full throttle
control in small steps allowing the en- when mowing to assure better mowing
gine to accept small changes in speed performance and proper discharge of
and load, until the choke control is fully material. Regulate ground speed by
in. If the engine starts to run roughly, selecting a low enough gear to give the
pull the choke control out slightly for a mower cutting performance as well as
few seconds and then continue to push the quality of cut desired.
the control in slowly. This may require • When operating attachments, select a
an engine warm-up period from several ground speed that will suit the terrain
seconds to several minutes, depending and give best performance of the at-
on the temperature. tachment being used.
• The attachments can be used during
MULCHING MOWING TIPS
the engine warm-up period and may
require the choke control be pulled out IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
slightly. mower housing free of built-up grass and
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 trash. Clean after each use.
feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) • The special mulching blade will recut
the carburetor fuel mixture may need to the grass clippings many times and
be adjusted for best engine performance reduce them in size so that as they fall
(see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the onto the lawn they will disperse into
Service and Adjustments section of this the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
manual). mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
MOWING TIPS mulch with your highest engine (blade)
• Mower should be properly leveled for speed as this will provide the best recut-
best mowing performance. See "TO ting action of the blades.
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Service and Adjustments section of this Wet grass tends to form clumps and
manual. interferes with the mulching action. The
• The left hand side of mower should be best time to mow your lawn is the early
used for trimming. afternoon. At this time the grass has
• Drive so that clippings are discharged dried and the newly cut area will not be
exposed to the direct sun.
onto the area that has already been
• For best results, adjust the mower
cut. Have the cut area to the right of
the tractor. This will result in a more cutting height so that the mower cuts
off only the top one-third of the grass
even distribution of clippings and more blades. For extremely heavy grass, re-
uniform cutting. duce your width of cut on each pass and
• When mowing large areas, start by mow slowly.
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences, MAX 1/3
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,
mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until finished.
f ,m,

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a sec-
ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to
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the first cut path.
If grass is extremely tall, it should be • Change your cutting pattern from week
mowed twice to reduce load and pos- to week. Mow north to south one week
sible fire hazard from dried clippings. then change to east to west the next
Make first cut relatively high; the second week. This will help prevent matting and
to the desired height. graining of the lawn.
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 PILL
BE'NOATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
° SEBVICE
B OATHS
Check
Check Brake Operation
Tire Pressure _ _#,

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

R Check for Loose Fasteners _ I_s

T Lubrication Chart

J_
0 Check
Sharpen/Replace
Battery Level
Mower Blades i3
R Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level I_

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _1,2

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1,2

i,,
U Clean Air Filter
G Clean Air Screen

N_ Inspect MuffledSpark Attester I_

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _,.

Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug _ I[_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _2

Replace Fuel Filter

t = Change more often wben operating under a heavy load or 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
in high ambient temperatures. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.dbs, maximum.
DO not overtigbten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not @ Spindle @ Spindle
cover items that have been subjected to Zerk ,,;_
operator abuse or negligence. To receive _/_"
full value from the warranty, operator //'L"-" ' / _ Zerk
must maintain tractor as instructed in this @Front Wheel -. q @Front Wheel
manual. Bearing ===-=! i_Bearing Zerk
Some adjustments will need to be made Zerk /"/_"
periodically to properly maintain your L/I

tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjust- @Engine ¢_,iL
ments section of this manual should be ,_ _,
checked at least once each season. ,, ,,
, / I--]',_)Gearshift
• Once a year you should replace the ,, ,_
spark plug, clean or replace air filter, ,.... ]--_ i, Pivots
and check blades and belts for wear.
_SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL
A new spark plug and clean air filter @GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help @REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE"
your engine run better and last longer. SECTION
BEFORE EACH USE IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
1. Check engine oil level. pivot points which have special nylon
2. Check brake operation. bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
3. Check tire pressure. dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the
4. Check operator presence and self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they
interlock systems for proper operation. must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-
5. Check for loose fasteners. dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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TRACTOR 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer
Always observe safety rules when per- and flat washer in exact order as
forming any maintenance. shown.
BRAKE OPERATION 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.
Lbs. torque).
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
stopping distance at high speed in highest
treated.
gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See
"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Mandrel Assembly
Trailing _. BI_,4^ _
Adjustments section of this manual). Edge Up //'_"] _,u_
_ Ce nte r _"_'_
TIRES
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" Rat Wha_her__
Lock Washer......._%__ Star
section of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rub- _---Blade Bolt (Grade)*
ber. *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified
by six lines on the bolt head.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may TO SHARPEN BLADE
cause tire damage. NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent ening blade - but if you do, be sure the
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant blade is balanced.
may be purchased from your local parts Care should be taken to keep the blade
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause
rot and corrosion.
excessive vibration and eventual damage
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM to mower and engine.
Be sure operator presence and interlock • The blade can be sharpened with a file
systems are working properly. If your trac- or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
tor does not function as described, repair to sharpen while on the mower.
the problem immediately. • To check blade balance, you will need a
• The engine should not start unless the 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed balancer. (When using a cone balancer,
and attachement clutch control is in the follow the instructions supplied with
disengaged position. balancer.)
• When the engine is running, any at- NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
tempt by the operator to leave the seat blade. The lobes of the center hole may
without first setting the parking brake appear to be centered, but are not.
should shut off the engine. • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion
• When the engine is running and the of the steel bolt or pin and hold the
attachment clutch is engaged, any at- bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If
tempt by the operator to leave the seat blade is balanced, it should remain in a
should shut off the engine. horizontal position. If either end of the
• The attachment clutch should never op- blade moves downward, sharpen the
erate unless the operator is in the seat. heavy end until the blade is balanced.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades. 5/8" Bolt or Pin

BLADE REMOVAL
1. Raise mower to highest position to al- Center Hole
low access to blades.
2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and BATTERY
flat washer securing blade.
3. Install new or resharpened blade Your tractor has a battery charging system
which is sufficient for normal use. How-
with trailing edge up towards deck as
shown. ever, periodic charging of the battery with
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, an automotive charger will extend its life.
center hole in blade must align with star • Keep battery and terminals clean.
on mandrel assembly. • Keep battery bolts tight.
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• Keepsmall vent holes open. Check the crankcase oil level before start-
• Rechargeat 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. ing the engine and after each eight (8)
NOTE:The original equipmentbattery on hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
your tractor is maintenancefree. Do not dipstick securely each time you check the
attemptto open or removecaps or covers. oil level.
Adding or checking levelof electrolyteis TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
not necessary.
Determine temperature range expected
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
before oil change. All oil must meet API
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and service classification SF-SJ.
terminals can cause the battery to "leak" • Be sure tractor is on level surface.
power. • Oil will drain more freely when warm.
1. Remove terminal guard. • Catch oil in a suitable container.
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
then RED battery cable and remove not to allow dirt to enter the engine
battery from tractor. when changing oil.
3. Rinse the battery with plain water and 2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain
dry. valve and install the drain tube onto the
4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends fitting.
with wire brush until bright. Oil Drain Valve
5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-
leum jelly.
6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-
Closed
JUSTMENTS section of this manual). and
TRANSAXLE COOLING Locked
Position
Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt
and chaff which can restrict cooling.
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Drain Tube
Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear. 3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
ENGINE slightly and turning counterclockwise.
4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.
LUBRICATION 5. After oil has drained completely, close
Only use high quality detergent oil rated and lock the drain valve by pushing
with API service classification SF-SJ. inward and turning clockwise until the
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade pin is in the locked position as shown.
according to your expected operating 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the
temperature. cap onto the end of the drain valve.
SAE V_SCOSITY GRADES 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-
stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate capacity see "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
loo
manual.
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils checking level. For accurate reading,
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in tighten dipstick cap securely onto the
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil
result in increased oil consumption when at "FULl" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
used above 32°E Check your engine oil onto the tube securely when finished.
level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running low on oil.
Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-
eration or at least once a year if the tractor
is not used for 50 hours in one year.
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ENGINEOIL FILTER Every 100 hours of operation (more often
Replacethe engine oil filter every season under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
or everyother oil change if the tractoris remove the blower housing and other cool-
used morethan 100 hours in one year. ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and
external surfaces as necessary. Make sure
AIR FILTER
the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.
Your engine will not run properly using a NOTE: Operating the engine with a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
after every 25 hours of operation or every cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds
season. Service paper cartridge every removed will cause engine damage due to
100 hours of operation or every season, overheating.
whichever occurs first.
MUFFLER
Service air cleaner more often under dusty
conditions. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
1. Remove knobs and cover. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-
ate a fire hazard and/or damage.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
SPARK PLUG(S)
2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning
3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. of each mowing season or after every
4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to first. Spark plug type and gap setting are
remove excess oil. shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace section of this manual.
pre-cleaner.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
The fuel filter should be replaced once
1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on each season. If fuel filter becomes
flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-
replace cartridge.
retor, replacement is required.
2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover 1. With engine cool, remove filter and
and secure with knobs.
plug fuel line sections.
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
line with arrow pointing towards carbu-
the cartridge. They may cause deterio- retor.
ration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry clamps are properly positioned.
cartridge. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-
line.

....
_ .... Cartridge
Cover __

Foam __ CLEANING
Pre-Cleaner " 7_--,-_.._- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
CLEAN AIR SCREEN of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with auto-
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and motive type wax.
chaff to prevent engine damage from We do not recommend using a garden
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or hose or pressure washer to clean your
compressed air to remove dirt and stub- tractor unless the engine and transmis-
born dried gum fibers. sion are covered to keep water out. Water
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS in engine or transmission will shorten the
To insure proper cooling, make sure the useful life of your tractor. Use compressed
grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- air or a leaf blower to remove grass,
nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean leaves and trash from tractor and mower.
at all times.

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 _b ARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the
TO REMOVE MOWER
tractor, remove the front links and hook
Mower will be easier to remove from the
the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.
right side of tractor.
1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- TO INSTALL MOWER
GAGED" position.
2. Move attachment lift lever forward to 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
lower mower to its lowest position. 2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-
3. Roll belt off engine pulley.
tor shield to right side of tractor.
4. Remove small retainer spring, and
3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
remove clutch spring off pulley bolt. 4. Connect front links to mower deck and
5. Remove large retainer spring, slide
secure with retainer springs.
collar off and push housing guide out 5. Connect suspension arms to rear
of bracket. deck brackets and secure with retainer
6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis
springs.
bracket by removing retainer spring. 6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear
bracket and secure with retainer spring.
deck brackets by removing retainer 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into
springs. bracket, slide collar onto guide and
8. Disconnect front links from deck by
secure with large retainer spring.
removing retainer springs. 8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on
9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under trac- idler pulley bolt and secure with small
tot. retainer spring.
9. Install belt onto engine pulley.
Flat Washer
Small Retainer

Clutch Spring --
Small Retainer _.'_;_ _-_ Square Hole

Clutch Spring _
Spring _ _- Engine
Pulley
Retainer
Spring

Anti-Sway Retainer Springs

Bar (Both Sides)
Collar \

Deflector
/ Shield

Housir
Guide \
Large Retainer
Bracket
Spring
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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on both front links an equal number of
on level ground or driveway. Make sure turns.
tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
manual). If tires are over or underinflated, against trunnion on both front links.
you will not properly adjust your mower. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"
from trunnion on both front links. Tighten
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
nut "E" on both front links an equal num-
• Raise mower to its highest position. ber of turns. The two front links must
• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, remain equal in length.
measure height from bottom edge of • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
mower to ground. Distance "A" on both at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against
sides of mower should be the same or trunnion on both front links.
within 1/4" of each other.
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-
ment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment nut on that side. _g _

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8". Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length
• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge of
Bottom edge mower to ground
of mower to _-_

ground ___/
U =t"E"

Suspension Arm
mru

Lift Link
Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
side. If the following front-to-back adjust- BELT
ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both The mower blade drive belt may be re-
front links equally so mower will stay level placed without tools. Park the tractor on
side-to-side. level surface. Engage parking brake.
To obtain the best cutting results, the BELT REMOVAL -
mower housing should be adjusted so
1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
lower than the rear when the mower is in
manual).
its highest position.
2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
idler pulleys.
Measure distance "D" directly in front and
3. Pull belt away from mower.
behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown. BELT INSTALLATION -
• Before making any necessary adjust- 1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys
ments, check that both front links are and idler pulleys
equal in length. 2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
• If links are not equal in length, adjust and inside all belt guides.
one link to same length as other link. 3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in
this section of this manual).
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 With parking brake "Engaged"
Mandrel _

Nut

Arm

Pulley TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE
parking brake. For assistance, there is a
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable belt installation guide decal on bottom side
brake system which is mounted on the of left footrest.
right side of the transaxle.
BELT REMOVAL -
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to
stop at highest speed in highest gear on a 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
level, dry concrete or paved surface, then MOWER" in this section of manual).
brake must be checked and adjusted. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt
and position of all belt guides and keepers.
TO CHECK BRAKE
2. Remove belt from stationary idler and
1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or clutching idler.
paved surface, depress clutch/brake 3. Remove belt downward from around
pedal all the way down and engage engine pulley.
parking brake. 4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) Remove belt upwards from transaxle
position. pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
The rear wheels must lock and skid when 5. Remove belt from center span keeper
you try to manually push the tractor for- and pull belt away from tractor.
ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake
BELT INSTALLATION -
needs to be adjusted or the pads need to
be replaced. 1. Carefully work new belt down between
transaxle belt keepers and onto the
TO ADJUST BRAKE
input pulley.
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way 2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.
down and engage parking brake. 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll
2. Measure distance between brake oper- around the top groove of engine pulley.
ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. 4. Install belt through stationary idler and
3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen clutching idler.
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut and inside all belt guides and keepers.
against nut "A". 6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL
4. Road test tractor for proper stopping MOWER" in this section of manual).
distance as stated above. Readjust
if necessary. If stopping distance is
still greater than five (5) feet in highest
gear, further maintenance is neces-
sary. Replace brake pads or contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.

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 Engine Pulle TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
1. Block up axle securely.
Clutching
2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rear
Stationary
wheels have a square key - Do not
lose).
3. Repair tire and reassemble.
Keeper NOTE: On rear wheels only: align
grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert
square key.
Transaxle 4. Replace washers and snap retaining
Pulley ring securely in axle groove.
5. Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and
use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant
TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU- also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
TRAL ADJUSTMENT
The transaxle should be in neutral when Washers
the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock Retaining
gate) position. The adjustment is preset Rin
at the factory; however, if adjustment is Axle
needed, proceed as follows: Cover
1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).
NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move
freely, the transaxle is in neutral.
2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the
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right rear wheel. Square Key
3. Position the gear shift lever in the neu- (Rear Wheel Only)
tral (N) position.
4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-
NOTE: If additional clearance is needed TERY
to get to adjustment bolt, move mower _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-
deck height to the lowest position. erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
Neutral Lock Gate and smoking materials away from bat-
Gearshift Lever
teries. Always wear eye protection when
around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-
TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of
this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
Adjustment Bolt with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use
MENT your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

If steering wheel crossbars are not TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are 1. Connect one end of the RED cable
positioned straight forward, remove steer- to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars battery(A-B), taking care not to short
horizontal. Tighten securely. against tractor chassis.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of
adjustable on your tractor. If damage has fully charged battery.
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
camber, contact a Sears or other qualified cable (D) to good chassis ground,
service center. away from fuel tank and battery.
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TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
ORDER - 1. Raise hood.
1. BLACK cable first from chassis and 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
then from the fully charged battery. backside of the grill.
2. RED cable last from both batteries. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in
the backside of the grill.
4. Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause
your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or
prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.
Weak or Dead Fully Charged TO REPLACE FUSE
Battery Battery
Replace with 20 amp automotive-type
REPLACING BATTERY plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
_WARNING: Do not short battery behind the dash.
terminals by allowing a wrench 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,
2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.
rings, etc.
Positive terminal must be connected 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
first to prevent sparking from accidental tractor.
grounding.
4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-
1. Lift hood to raised position.
connect the headlight wire connector.
2. Remove terminal guard.
3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable
then RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor. Hood
4. Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
5. Reinstall terminal guard.
6. First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) battery terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.
7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with re-
maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely
8. Close terminal access doors.
9. Close hood.

Hex Bolt
Nut

Terminal
Access __ ,.
Door ' _
Positive

Cable
Terminal ,Negative
Guard (Black)
Cable

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ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your
the emission control devices and systems, engine does not operate properly due to
which are being done at the customers ex- suspected carburetor problems, take your
pense, may be performed by any non-road tractor to an authorized service center for
engine repair establishment or individual. repair and/or adjustment.
Warranty repairs must be performed by an High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
authorized engine manufacturer's service not adjust - damage may result.
outlet. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL engine governor, which is factory set
CABLE for proper engine speed. Overspeed-
The throttle control has been preset at the ing the engine above the factory high
factory and adjustment should not be nec- speed setting can be dangerous. If you
essary. Check adjustment as described think the engine-governed high speed
below before loosening cable. If adjust- needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center,, which has proper
ment is necessary, proceed as follows:
1. With engine not running, move throttle equipment and experience to make any
control lever to fast position. necessary adjustments.
2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is
not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull
cable back until swivel is against stop.
Tighten cable clamp screw securely.
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be nec-
essary. Check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjust-
ment is necessary, proceed as follows: Swivel Clamp
1. With engine not running, move choke Screw
control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.
2. Loosen knob and remove cover as-
sembly from air cleaner.
3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,
loosen casing clamp screw and move
choke cable until choke is completely
closed. Tighten casing clamp screw
securely.
4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly
and tighten knob.

Clamp Screw

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using
age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation of
_WARNING: Never store the tractor acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-
with gasoline in the tank inside a building age the fuel system of an engine while in
where fumes may reach an open flame storage.
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before 1. Drain the fuel tank.
storing in any enclosure. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the
TRACTOR fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• 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 a damage may occur.
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove • Use fresh fuel next season.
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
clean, dry area. alternative in minimizing the formation of
1. Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
in the Maintenance section of this
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-
manual). age container. Always follow the mix ratio
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary found on stabilizer container. Run engine
(See belt replacement instructions in at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
the Service and Adjustments section of to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-
this manual). buretor. Do not drain the gas tank and
3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
section of this manual. ENGINE OIL
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 if necessary.
CYLINDER(S)
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting. 1. Remove spark plug(s).
2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark
BATTERY plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
• Fully charge the battery for storage. 3. Turn ignition key to start position for a
• After a period of time in storage, battery few seconds to distribute oil.
may require recharging. 4. Replace with new spark plug(s).
• To help prevent corrosion and power OTHER
leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected • Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in • Replace your gasoline can if your can
the Maintenance section of this manual). starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
• After cleaning, leave cables discon- gasoline will cause problems.
nected and place cables where they • If possible, store your tractor indoors
cannot come in contact with battery and cover it to give protection from dust
terminals. and dirt.
• If battery is removed from tractor for • Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-
tective cover that does not retain mois-
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces. ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe which allows condensation to
ENGINE form and will cause your tractor to rust.
FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

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

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

2. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE"
properly. in Operation section.
3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes
before attempting to start.
. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug.
5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter.
6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter.
7 Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.
8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Check all wiring.
9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
10. Engine valves out of 10.Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

Hard tostart 1. Dirty air filter. . 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. . Replace fuel filter.
5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.
. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.
7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
. Engine valves out of 8. Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

Engine will not . Clutch/brake pedal not 1. Depress clutch/brake

turn over depressed. pedal.
2. Attachment clutch is 2. Disengage attachment
engaged. clutch.
3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace
battery.
4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.
5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.
6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.
7. Faulty ignition switch. 7. Check/replace ignition
switch.
8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
9. Faulty operator presence 9. Contact a Sears or other
switch(es). qualified service center.

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

will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.
3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring.
4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power . Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/
fast. reduce speed.
2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control.
position.
3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3. Clean underside of mower
and trash under mower. housing.
4. Dirty air filter. 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.
7. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter.
8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
9. Water in fuel. 9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel
filter.
10.Spark plug wire loose. 10. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
11. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 11. Clean engine air screen/fins.
12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 12. Clean/replace muffler.
13. Loose or damaged wiring. 13.Check all wiring.
14. Carburetor out of 14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
adjustment. in Service and 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.

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

Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety . Check wiring, switches and

to run presence control system. connections. If not
when operator contact a Sears or other
leaves seat with qualified service center.
with attachment
clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven . Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
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
holes from buildup of open vent holes.
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.
not rotate mechanism.
2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.
drive belt.
3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.
4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

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

discharge "FAST" position.
2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed.
3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before
mowing.
4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck.
5. Low/uneven tire air 5. Check tires for proper air
pressure. pressure.
6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 6. Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
7. Buildup of grass, leaves 7. Clean underside of mower
and trash under mower. housing.
8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Replace mower drive belt.
9. Blades improperly installed. 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 grass, open vent holes.
leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

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

iworking 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
i(if so equipped) 3. Faulty light switch. 3. Check/replace light switch.
4. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Check wiring and connec-
tions.
5. Blown fuse. 5. Replace fuse.

i Battery will not 1. Bad battery cell(s). 1. Replace battery.

charge 2. Poor cable connections. 2. Check/clean all connec-
tions.
3. Faulty regulator 3. Replace regulator.
(if so equipped).
4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

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

iwhen turn ng set at "SLOW" position "SLOW" position and allow
engine "OFF" for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping engine. stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

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RED01115 BLACK
BATTERY

RED

STARTER
8LACK

WHITE
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SOLENOID
J

CLUTCH / BRAKJE
(PEDAL UP) WHETE

IGNITION
SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED)
__J SEAT SWITCH
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BLACK
/7
BLACK
'0 '°LACK
_A_'MENi CLUTCH _ '
GROUNDING
8LACK (CLUTCH OFF) J CONNECTOR
1
A •
{OPTIONAL) SPARK •
BLACK IGNITION
_@ GAP
PLUG H
UNIT
(2 PLUGS ON
TWiN CYL, ENGINES)

CHARGING SYST£M OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MEN @ 3600 RpM

3 AMP DC @ 3600 R PM ICHARG_NG SYSTEM DISCONNECTED I

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)
ORANGE

\ _4 VOLTS AC MIN @ 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF)

NOTE
YOUR TRACTOR IS BROWN
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
HEADLIGHTS
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
//
SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS NON-REMOVABLE
SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

IGNITION SWITCH
REMOVABLE
POSITION CIRCUIT "MARE"
CONNECTIONS
OFF M+G+A1 NONE
WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
RUN/LIGH] B+A1 A2+L
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
RUN B+A1 NONE SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
START 3 + S + A1 NONE PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL

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 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272850
ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery
2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4
8 7603J Case Battery
10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2
11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount
12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4
16 176138 Switch, Interlock Push-tn
21 183759 Harness Light Socket (W/4152j)
22 4152J Bulb Light #1156
24 4799J Cable Battery
25 146148 Cable Battery
26 175158 Fuse
27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric
28 145491 Cable Ground
29 121305X Switch Seat
30 175566 Switch lgn
33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman
40 179720 Harness lgn
41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uric x 1/2
42 131563 Cover Terminal
43 178861 Solenoid
45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp
52 141940 Protection Wire Loop
55 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

259
260

258

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261

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 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272850
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 174619 Chassis
2 176554 Drawbar
3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash
9 168337X013 Dash
10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.
13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
17 185682X613 Hood Assembly
18 184921 Bumper Hood
20 180679 Plate Mtg. Battery/Tank
23 124028X Bushing
26 STD541437 Nut
28 184247 Grille
30 175692X613 Fend/Ftrest
31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support
37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x 1/2
38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear
39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser Lt
58 174930 Duct Air Engine
60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 Uric x 3/4
64 154798 Dash Lower STLT
74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8016 Unc
114 158112 Keeper Belt Rear Lh Stl P930
115 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT
143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis
144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
159 155123X428 Cupholder Stlt Black
166 171875 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18TT
207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt
208 17670608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
209 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
211 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock
212 184248 Insert Lens Reflective
219 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
258 184245X599 Lens Laser RH
259 184246X599 Lens Laser LH
260 184250X428 Cover Lens Laser
261 184258X428 Insert Grille Laser
-- 5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5
Peerless 206-545C 65 STD551143 Washer
2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 66 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof
3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 70 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.
4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 74 137057 Spacer, Axle
5 121520X Strap, Torque 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 76 STD581075 E-Ring
8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 77 123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/1865
10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga
11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 79 STD580025 Key Woodruff
13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8 80 145090 Arm, Shift
14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 81 165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20
16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 82 165711 Spring, Torsion
5/16-18 x Gr.5 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 84 166231 Link Transaxle
3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 85 150360 Nut, Nylock
19 STD541437 Nut 89 158391X428 Console, Shift, STLT
21 106933X Knob 90 124346X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4
22 130804 Rod, Brake 96 STD624003 Retainer Spring 1"
24 STD541237 Nut 112 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 113 127285X Strap Torque 90 Degrees
26 STD551037 Washer 116 72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1
27 STD561210 Pin 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc
28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 145 74490540 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5
29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 150 175456 Spacer Retainer
30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
32 STD523107 Bolt 156 166002 Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125
34 175578 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount
35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 159 183900 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt
36 STD551062 Washer 161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5
37 STD571810 Roll Pin 162 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc
38 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5
39 74760648 Bolt 164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.
41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever
47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 166 166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
48 154407 BellcrankClutch Grnd Dry Stl 168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
49 123205X Retainer, Belt 169 165580 Plate Fastening Lt
50 72110612 Bolt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 170 178394 Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear
51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 Unc 197 169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8 ID
52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 Unc 198 169593 Washer Nyliner 7/8 tD x .105 Hd
53 105710X Link, Clutch 202 72110614 Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5
55 105709X Spring, Clutch Return 212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock
56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875
62 8883R Cover, Pedal
63 175410 Pulley, Engine

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STEERING

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 184704X428 Steering Wheel

2 172393 Axle Assembly
3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.
4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
8 12000029 Ring, Klip
10 175121 Draglink
11 STD551137 Washer, Lock
12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf
13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front
15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock
17 180641 Shaft Assembly, Steering
26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag
28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
30 STD561210 Pin Cotter
32 130465 Red, Tie
36 155099 Bushing, Steering
37 152927 Screw
38 159946X428 Insert, Steering Wheel
39 19182411 Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/20D 11 Ga.
40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf
41 159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel
42 145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft
43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
44 180640 Extension Shaft Steering
46 184946X428 Cap, Spindle
51 73540400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-28
54 71130420 Belt Hex 1/4-28 UNF x 1-1/4 Gr. 8
65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle
67 72140618 Belt BDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
68 169827 Axle, Brace
71 175146 Steering Asm.
82 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front
87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14
88 175118 Belt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc
91 175553 Clip Steering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 170546X505 Control, Throttle Paddle
2 17720408 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
3 Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 407777-0174-E1
4 149723 Muffler Exhaust
5 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left
6 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right
8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 W/Sems
10 162797 Heat Shield Lt
13 165391 Gasket, Muffler
14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy
16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
17 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
23 169837 Shield, Brn/Dbr Guard
25 145996X505 Control Choke
26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf
29 137180 Arrestor, Spark
31 157103 Tank, Fuel
32 161696 Cap Fuel Guage
33 123487X Clamp, Hose
34 106082X Spacer Pad
37 8543R Line, Fuel
38 181654 Plug, Oil Drain Easy
39 109227X Pad Idler
45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh3/8-16 x 3/4
72 183906 Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1
81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 180597 Seat 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

2 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id
3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt
6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Uric 17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc
7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A
8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 22 STD541431 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18
9 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X12Ga.
10 180186 Pan Pnt Seat (blk) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 186368 Decal, Oper. Instr. 13 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic
2 186437 Decal, Replacement 14 179128 Decal, Deck B 42"
3 186280 Decal, Hood, R.H. 15 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic
4 186281 Decal, Hood, L.H. 16 184842 Decal, Grille RH
5 138047 Decal, Battery 17 184843 Decal, Grille LH
6 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 18 164065 Decal, Strg. Whl
7 186869 Decal, Chassis 19 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
8 172331 Decal, Mower Srs -- 138311 Decal, Lift Handle
9 186282 Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT
10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger -- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT
11 186283 Decal, Hood Side -- 184950 Owner's Manual, English
12 172258 Decal, HP Engine -- 184951 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 59192 Cap Value Tire
2 65139 Stem Value
3 106222X Tire FTs 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service
4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060
5 106732X624 Rim Asm 6"front White Service
6 278H Fitting Grease
4,10 7 9040H Bearing Flange
7 8 106108X624 Rim Asm 8"rear White Service
9 122082X Tire R Ts 20 X 10-8 Service
10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service
11 104757X428 Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00
11
-- 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift
3 105767X Pin Groove
4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62
5 19211621 Washer21/32x1 x21 Ga.
6 120183X Bearing Nylong
7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted
8 122365X Button Plunger Read
11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.
12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.
13 STD624008 Retainer Spring
15 173288 Link Front
16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
17 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc
18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc
19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower
20 163552 Retainer Spring
31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift
32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

2 STD533107 Bolt 67 184939 Knob Custom Oval
3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 68 144959 V-Belt
Front 92 STD541437 Nut
4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 101 136420 Mulcher Cover
5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 102 71081010 Screw
6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 103 19061216 Washer #10
8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24x1.25Gr. 8 104 STD551110 Washer, Lock
9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger
10 140296 Washer, Hardened 106 2029J Nut, Weld
(The following blades are 111 179292 Bracket Gauge Wheel Lh
available) 112 179293 Bracket Gauge Wheel Rh
11 134149 Blade, 42" MulchingStd (For 113 17060510 Screw 5/16-18 Uric
mulching mowers only) 114 73510500 Nut Keps 5/16-18 Uric
-- 139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 116 4898H Bolt Shoulder
(For better wear when mulching) 117 165746 Wheel Gauge Std
- - 138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift (For bagging or 118 73930600 Nut Cenferlock 3/8-16 Uric
discharing) 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 4 Ga.
13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12Ga.
14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5
15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 131 STD533710 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UN0 xl
16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 142 165890 Arm Spring Brake Mower
18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42"
19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat
21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 146 171977 Bolt Carriage Idler
23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 147 131335 Spring Extension
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 148 169022 Spring Return Idler
25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
26 110452X Nut, Push 150 19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 151 169670 Bracket Clutch
28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/Sx16Ga. 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 tn
29 131491 Rod, Hinge 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B
30 173984 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 154 169675 Spring Retainer
31 129963 Washer, Spacer 155 169671 Spring Retention Lever
32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 156 169672 Spacer
33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 157 169669 Rod Clutch
34 STD533717 Bolt 158 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uric x 3/4
37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16Ga. 184 19131410 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.
40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC -- 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Hou-
44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. sing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware
45 STD624003 Retainer Only - Pulley Not Included)
46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 -- 169583 Replacement Mower, Complete
48 133944 Washer, Hardened
52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
53 184907 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
54 178515 Washer, Hardened NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
55 155046 Arm, Idler 1 inch = 25.4 mm
56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 39 786026 Dowel Pin

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 40 792076A Flat Washer
3 770128 Transaxle Case .312 ID x .059W
4 776395 Countershaft 41A 790079 Brake Lever
5 776409 Output Shaft 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"
6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"
6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 43 792075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24
7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 44 790025 Brake Pad Holder
8 792180 Shift Key 45 786066 Spacer .2625 x 1.0
8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket
9 784352 Shift Collar 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)
10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 48 774691 Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)
11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)
12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)
13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)
(Include. 14) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)
14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)
(Include. 13) 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)
15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)
17 786188 Drive Pin 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)
18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)
20 792077A Ball 5/16" dia 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)
21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth)
22 792079 Spring .310 OD x .625 L 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)
25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 65 780189 Flat Washer
25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" .563 ID x .062W
26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 66 776422 Input Shaft
27 792035 Retaining Ring 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft
28 788040 Retaining Ring 69 792170 Retaining Ring
29 780072 Thrust Washer 70 786187 Spacer .890
.627 ID x .031W 71 788069 Square Cut Ring
29A 780160 Thrust Washer 71B 788092 "O"Ring
.762 ID x .031W 76 780090 Flat Washer
29B 780051 Thrust Washer 1.128 ID x .058W
.762 ID x .031W 77 788078A Inverted Retaining Ring
29C 780199 AntFRotation Washer .632 79 792144 Spring .430 OD x .5000 L
30 780108 Cup Washer 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13
1.127 ID x .032W teeth)
31 780001 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)
(Use As Needed) 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug
31A 780195 Flat Washer 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 / 16"
.750 ID x .062W 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone
32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"
34 780194 Bushing .563 180 730229A Gear Oil 80W90
35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 900 794712 Replacement MST
35A 780197 Flanged Bushing .751 206-545CTransaxle
36 790075 Brake Disk
37 790007 Brake Pad Plate NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S
38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690231 Cylinder Assembly 118 690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

2 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 121 499811 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul
3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 125 499804 Carburetor
4 690069 Sump-Engine 130 690993 Valve-Throttle
5 693998 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 131 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft
5A 693999 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 2) 133 499806 Float-Carburetor
7 690962 ,+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 135 499803 Tube-Fuel Transfer
8 499601 Breather Assembly 137 690994 O_ Gasket-FIoatBowl
9 690937 • Gasket-Breather 141 499807 Kit-Choke Shaft
10 690960 Screw (Breather Assembly) 142 499808 Q Nozzle-Carburetor
11 690942 Tube-Breather 146 690979 Key-Timing
12 697227 • Gasket-Crankcase 150 690995 O_ Gasket-Nozzle
13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 160 690996 Retainer-Solenoid
15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 163 691001 ,+ Gasket-Air Cleaner
16 691046 Crankshaft 165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear)
20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required
22 694966 Screw (Engine Sump) Length)
23 691054 Flywheel 187A 691049 Line-Fuel(Molded)
24 222698 Key-Flywheel 188 690960 Screw (Control Bracket)
25 499588 Piston Assembly (Standard) 192 690083 Adjuster-Rocker Arm
25 499589 Piston Assembly (.010" Over- 209 697674 Spring-Governor
size) 211 691019 Spring-Governed Idle
25 499590 Piston Assembly (.020" Over- 212 695238 Link-Throttle
size) 213 691021 Bracket-Choke Control
25 499591 Piston Assembly (.030" Over- 216 691022 Link-Choke
size) 219 696376 Gear-Governor
26 499604 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 220 690412 Washer (Governor Lever)
26 499605 Ring Set-Piston (.010" Oversize) 222 691023 Bracket-Control
26 499606 Ring Set-Piston (.020" Oversize) 227 691048 Lever-Governor Control
26 499607 Ring Set-Piston (.030" Oversize) 231 690718 Screw (Choke Valve)
27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin 240 691035 Filter-Fuel
28 690229 Pin-Piston 250 690957 Retainer-Breather
29 499583 Rod-Connecting 252 690956 Collector-Oil
32 690976 Screw (Connecting Rod) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing
33 499596 Valve-Exhaust 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)
34 499597 Valve-Intake 276 690997 °Q+ Washer-Sealing
35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake) 287 690960 Screw (Dipstick Tube)
36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 304 695277 Housing-Blower
40 690964 Retainer-Valve 305 691005 Screw (Blower Housing)
42 499586 Keeper-Valve 309 691262 Motor-Starter
45 690977 Tappet-Valve 310 691263 Bolt-Starter Motor
46 690978 Camshaft 311 497608 Brush Set
48 692714 Short Block (446777-0027-E2 332 691059 Nut (Flywheel)
Replacement Engine) 333 691060 Armature-Magneto
50 695241 Manifold-Intake 334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature)
51 690950 °Q_: Gasket-Intake 337 691043 SparkPlug
53 690951 Stud (Carburetor) 358 694012 Set-Engine Gasket
54 695240 Screw (Intake Manifold) 363 691062 Flywheel Puller
73 691055 Screen-Rotating 383 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug
74 691057 Screw (Rotating Screen) 385 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump)
75 691056 Washer (Flywheel) RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
89 690283 Plug-Oil High Speed: 3000-3200
95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve)
98 499802 Kit-Idle Speed ° Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358
104 690984 Q Pin-Float Hinge O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.
105 690985 Q Valve-Float Needle 121
108 690986 Valve-Choke :l: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.
117 690232 Q Jet-Main (Standard) 977
+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

387 808656 Pump-Fuel 865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide

404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide
405 690960 Screw (Back Plate) 868 690968 o+ Seal-Valve
418 690999 Plate-Carburetor 914 691127 Screw (Rocker Cover)
445 499486 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 918 694000 Hose-Vacuum
447 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 929 695239 Screw (Choke Control Bracket)
447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 929A 691003 Screw (Choke Control Bracket)
467 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner 943 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)
474 696459 Alternator 947 499809 Solenoid-Fuel
505 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump
510 497606 Drive-Starter 967 272638 Filter-Pre Cleaner
513 692024 Clutch-Drive 968 499788 Cover-Air Cleaner
523 691036 Dipstick 975 499810 Bowl-Float
524 691032 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 977 499812 Gasket Set-Carburetor
525 691037 Tube-Dipstick 987 691000 O$ Seal-Throttle Shaft
544 Armature-Starter (Service with 1005 499603 Fan-Flywheel
691262 Starter Motor) 1013 690954 Nipple-Oil Filter
552 690552 Bushing-Governor Crank 1017 690770 Screen-Oil Pump
552A 690553 Bushing-Governor Crank 1019 690103 Kit-Label
562 690311 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1022 690971 o+ Gasket-Rocker Cover
573 691009 Plate-Back 1023 499599 Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 1)
601 691038 Clamp-Hose 1023A499600 Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 2)
615 690317 Retainer-Governor Shaft 1024 499054 Pump-Oil
616 691045 Crank-Governor 1026 690981 Rod-Push (Steel)
617 691917 SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 1026A690982 Rod-Push (Aluminum)
628 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) 1027 492932 Filter-Oil
633 690998 Q_: Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1029 690972 Arm-Rocker
635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug 1035 691042 Shaft-Pump
654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1036 695704 Label-Emission
668 691215 Spacer 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining
672 690234 Q_: Gasket-Carburetor Plate 1058 274794 Owner's Manual
691 690657 • Seal-Governor Shaft 1070 691674 Screw (Flywheel Fan)
695 693149 Screw (Ring Gear) 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush
697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1095 694013 Kit-Valve Overhaul
703 691010 Clip 1100 690973 Pivot-Rocker Arm
718 690959 Pin-Locating 1119 691183 Screw(Alternator)
726 499612 Gear-Ring 1123 690987 O$ SeaI-O Ring (Solenoid Retainer)
741 690980 Gear-Timing 1124 690988 O$ SeaI-O Ring (FueITransferTube)
742 690328 Retainer-E Ring 1126 690991 Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube)
750 696999 Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1127 690992 Screw (Float Bowl)
783 693058 Gear-Pinion 1128 690990 Q Screw (Carburetor Nezzle)
788 691039 Bracket-Fuel Pump 1169 693140 Screw (Carburetor Cover Plate)
789 695050 Harness-Wiring RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
797 691029 Nut (Brush Retainer) High Speed: 3000-3200
797A 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)
798 690967 Screw (Rocker Arm) o Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358
801 691283 Cap-Drive O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.
802 691286 Cap-End 121
803 Housing-Starter (Service with :l: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.
691262 Starter Motor) 977
842 691031 • Seal-Dipstick!Tube + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095
847 499602 Dipstick/Tube Assembly
851 493880 TerminaI-Sparkplug NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
855 691011 Adapter-Air 1 inch = 25.4 mm
865 691012 Cover-Air Guide

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WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

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

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree
trunk or other upright structure.
3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.
4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.
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