Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAWJ
18.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917,272410

• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts

CAUTION: For answers to yourquestions

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, I160179

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

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 Warranty
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2 Maintenance ....................................... 17
Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments .................... 21
Product Specifications .......................... 6 Storage ............................................... 27
Assembly .............................................. 8 Troubleshooting ................................. 28
Operation ............................................ 11 Repair Parts ........................................ 32
Maintenance Schedule ...................... 17 Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

This Warranty does not cover:.

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.
• 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 dding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,
electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the
proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris, or the 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 thirty (30) days of its
purchase date.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for
commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household
dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BA'I-FERY

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

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

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

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

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

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 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in
serious injury or death.
I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-
instructionsin the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re-
machine before starting. sult in severe injury or death. All slopes
• Only allow responsible adults, who are require extra caution, if you cannot back up
familiar with the instructions,to operate the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
the machine. mow it.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, DO:
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked • Mow up and down slopes, not across.
up and thrown by the blade. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
• Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc.
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven
enters the area. terrain could overtum the machine. Tall
• Never carry passengers. grass can hide obstacles.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
necessary. Always look down and that you will not have to stop or shift
behind before and while backing. while on the slope.
• Be aware of the mower discharge Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-
direction and do not point it at anyone. tions for wheel weights or counter-
Do not operate the mower without either weights to improve stability.
the entire grass catcher or the guard in Use extra care with grass catchers or
placa. other attachments. These can change
• Slow down before turning. the stabilityof the machine.
• Never leave a running machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow
unattended. Always turn offblades, set and gradual. Do not make sudden
parking brake, stop engine, and remove changes in speed or direction.
keys before dismounting. Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. If
• Turn off blades when not mowing. tires lose traction, disengage the blades
• Stop engine before removing grass and proceed slowly straightdown the
catcher or unclogging chute. slope.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial DO NOT:
light. • Do not tum on slopes unless necessary,
• Do not operate the machine while under and then, ham slowly and gradually
the influence of alcohol or drugs. downhill, if possible.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or • Do not mow near drop-offs,ditches,or
crossing roadways. embankments. The mower could
• Use extra care when loading or unload- suddenly tum over if a wheel is over the
ing the machine into a trailer or truck. edge of a cliffor ditch,or if an edge
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 caves in.
years and above, are involved in a large • Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced
pe..rcantage of riding mower-related traction could cause sliding.
mjudes. These operators should
• Do not try to stabilizethe machine by
evafuate their ability to operate the riding
mower safely enough to protect them- putting your foot on the ground.
• Donotusegrasscatcheronsteep
selves and others from serious injury.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or slopes.
other debris build-upwhich can touch
hot exhaust / engine pads and bum. Do
not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debds which can cause build-
up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or stodng the
mach=ne. Allow machine to cool before
storage.

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 Ill.CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
machine and the mowing activity. Never
• Never tamper with safety devices.
assume that children will remain where
Check their proper operation regularly.
you last saw them. • Keep machine tree of grass, leaves, or
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care o! another other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children storing.
enter the area. • Stop end inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children. before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairs
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be sedously injured or interfere with the engine running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
with safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the to wear, damage, and deterioration,
machine. which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
• Use extra care when approaching blind
check components and replace with
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
manufacturer's recommended pads,
that may obscure vision.
when necessary.
IV. SERVICE • Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
• Use extra care in handling gasoline Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
and other fuels. They are flammable use extra caution when servicing them.
and vapors are explosive. • Check brake operation frequently.
-Use only an approved container. Adjust and service as required.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
-Never refuel the machine indoors.
-Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.

• Be sure the area is clear of other • Be alert and turn machine off if children
people before mowing. Stop machine if enter the area.
anyone enters the area. • Before and when backing, look behind
• Never carry passengers or children and down for small children.
even with the blades off. • Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- not across.
lutely necessary. Always look down • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
and behind before and while backing. limbs, etc.
• Never carry children. They may fall off • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
and be seriously injured or interfere Uneven terrain could overturn the
with safe machine operation. machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult. 4

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 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
that you will not have to stop or shift
that are recommended by and comply
while on the slope.
with specifications of the manufacturer of
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
your tractor. Use common sense when
tires lose traction, disengage the
towing. Operate only at the lowest
blades and proceed slowly straight possible speed when on a slope. Too
down the stope. heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
• If machine stops while going uphill, dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
disengage blades, shift into reverse the ground and cause you to lose control
and back down slowly.
of your tractor.
• Do not turn on slopes untess neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- _WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of
ally downhill, if possible. its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals
_,Look for this symbol to point out known to the State of California to cause
important safety precautions. It means cancer and birth defects or other repro-
CAUTIONll! BECOME ALERTlt! YOUR ductive harm.
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
_ CAUTION: In order to prevent and related aocessodes contain lead and
accidental starting when setting up, lead compounds, chemicals known to the
transporting, adjusting or making repairs, State of California to cause cancer and
always disconnect spark plug wire and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
place wire where it cannot contact spark Wash hands after handling.
plug.
,_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.

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 3RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Repair Agreement is available on this
GASOLINE 1,25 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears
.3APACITY UNLEADED store for details.
\NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
)ILTYPE SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety rules,
API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE32 °F) • Follow a regular schedule in maintain-
SAE 5W-30 ing, caring for and using your tractor.
(BELOW 32°F) • Follow the instructions under "Mainte-
nance" and =Storage" sections of this
_)ILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS owner's manual.
W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS
_WARNING: This tractor is equipped
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC with an internal combustion engine and
IGAP: .030") should not be used on or near any
3ROUND SPEED FORWARD: unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the
'_MPH): 1sT 1.2
2_ 1.5 engine's exhaust system is equipped with
3RD 2.4 a spark arrester meeting applicable local
4 TM 3.5 or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
5TM 4.8
working order by the operator.
6TM 5.3 In the state of California the above is
REVERSE: 1.5 required by law (Section 4442 of the
TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSi California Public Resources Code).
REAR: 10PSI Other states may have similar laws.
CHARGING Federal laws apply on federal lands. A
spark arrester for the muffler is available
SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM
through your nearest Sears service
BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30 center(See REPAIR PARTS section of this
MIN. CCA: 240 manual).
CASE SIZE: UlR
BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.
TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and
performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact a
Sears or other qualifyed service center.
We have competent, well-trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

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 Steering Steering Wheel
Wheel Insert

(1) Large Flat Washer

1) Hex Bolt
washer
(1) Lock 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt
5/16-18 x 1-1/4
3/8-16 x 1

(1) Locknut
5/16-18 Steering
Steering Extension
Shaft

Boot q _ SteeringAdapter
Wheel

Seat

(_Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12
Gauge

_(1) Knob

S,opeSh.e,
II:l (2) Keys
Video Cassette

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 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your
tractor aU 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
_.:_._./Insert
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need '_ .---- 3/S Hex Bolt
are listed below.
_T..._3/8 LockWasher
(1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers _"_-Larga Rat Washer
(2) 1/2"wranch (1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure gauge Steering

When right or left hand is mentioned in Wheel

this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating Steenng _._
position (seated behind the steering
wheel). Tabs
Boot-------"--- _
TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM
Adapter--------___
CARTON Extension
/ Shaft
UNPACK CARTON
5/16 Locknut _,,...._
1. Remove all accessible loose parts _._5/16 Hex Bolt
and parts cartons from carton.
2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four corners of carton, and lay
panels flat.
3. Check for any additional loose parts or
cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR
FROM SKID
ATrACH STEERING WHEEL 6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock
washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND securely.
BOOT 7. Snap steering wheel insert into center
1. Slide extension shaft onto lower of steering wheel.
steering shaft. Align mounting holes 8. Remove protective materials from
in extension and lower shafts and tractor hood and grill.
install 5/16 hex bolt and lecknut. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
Tighten securely. staples in skid that may puncture tires
IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut where tractor is to roll off skid.
securely to 18-22 ft. Ibs torque.
HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR
2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab
slots in dash and push down to CHECK BA'rrERY
secure. 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL open battery box door.
3. Position front wheels of the tractor so NOTE: If this battery is put into service
after month and year indicated on label
they are pointing straight forward.
(label located between terminals) charge
4. Remove steering wheel adapter from
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
amps. (See "BATrERY" in Maintenance
steedng shaft extension.
section of this manual for charging
5. Position steering wheel so cross bars instructions).
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter.
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 NOTE: You may now rollor drive your
tractor oft the skid. Follow the appropriate
instructionbelow to remove the tractor
from the skid.
Terminal
Batteej TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Door
Operation section for location and
function of controls)
1. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
INSTALL SEAT position,
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment 2. Release parking brake by depressing
knob. clutch/brake pedal.
1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
washer securing seat to cardboard position.
pecking and set aside for assembly of 4. Roll tractor forward oft skid.
seat to tractor. 5. Remove banding holding deflector
2. Pivot seat upward and remove from shield up against tractor.
the cardboard packing. Remove the TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See
cardboard packing and discard. Operation section for location and
3. Place seat on seat pan so head of
function of controls)
shoulder bolt is positioned over large
slotted hole in pan. ,_kWARNING: Before starting, read,
4. Push down on seat to engage understand and follow all ins|ructions in
shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat the Operation section of this manual. Be
towards rear of tractor. sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be
5. Pivot seat and pan forward and sure the area in front of tractor ]s clear of
assemble adjustment knob and fiat other people and objects.
washer loosely. Do not tighten. 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
6. Lower seat into operating position and have been completed.
sit in seat. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel
7, Slide seat until a comfortable position tank with gasoline.
is reached which allows you to press 3. Sit on seat in operating position,
clutch/brake pedal all the way down. depress clutch/brake pedal and set
8. Get off seat without moving its the parking brake.
adjusted position. 4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment position.
knob securely. 5. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
Seat position.
6. Start the engine. After engine has
started, move throttle control to idle
position.
7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold. Move
gearshift lever to 1st gear.
Bolt 8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place geamhift lever in
neutral position.
10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.
Rat W_er_ Continue with the instructions that follow.

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 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
(Ifpreviouslyremoved) ALL B ELTS
1. Raiseandholddeflector shieldin See the figures that are shown for
uprightposition. replacing motion and mower blade drive
2. Placefrontofmulcharplateoverfront belts in the Service and Adjustments
ofmower deckopening andslideinto section of this manual. Verify that the
place,asshown, belts are routed correctly.
3, Hookfrontlatchintoholeonfrontof CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
mower deck.
4, Hookrearlatchintoholeonbackof After you learn how to operate your
mower deck. tractor, check to see that the brake is
properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector
shield from mower. Raise and hold shield BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation. •# CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY
Muldher YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO
Deflector_ Plate ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST
Shield PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION
FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVlEWTHE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
/ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
Latch ,/NO remaining loose parts in carton.
Hooks ,/Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR
/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and
DISCHARGING tightened securely.
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in ,/All tires are properly inflated. (For
a safe piece. Your mower is now ready for shipping purposes, the tires were
discharging or installation of optional overinflated at the factory).
grass catcher accessory. ,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
NOTE: It is not necessary to change side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
blades. The mulcher blades are de- results. (Tires must be properly inflated
signed for discharging and bagging also, for leveling).
,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE they are routed properly around pulleys
The tires on your tractor were overlnflated and inside all belt keepers.
at the factory for shipping purposes. ,/Check wiring. Sea that all connections
Correct tire pressure is important for best are still secure and wires are properly
cutting performance. clamped.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR
of this manual. TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA A'I-I'ENTION TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
,/Engine oil is at proper level.
For best cutting results, mower housing ,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
should be properly leveled. Sea "TO regular unleaded gasoline.
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the ,/Become familiar with all controls - their
Service and Adjustments section of this location and function. Operate them
manual. before you start the engine.
/ Be sure brake system is in safe
operating condition.

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

BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

EHO,NEOH
ENG,HEOFF
OILPeESSUnE
L,ONTSO.
OVI,_MP ]_

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWERLI_

LOCKED

H L
ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE
CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATFACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL
DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
(Automatic Models only)

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

Ught Switch
Attachment Ignition Switch
Clutch switch

U_
Ammeter ..... -. Lever
Plunger

Throttle/Choke Attachment
Contml LiR Lever

Clutch/Brake Height
Psdai Adjustment
, Indicator

Parking 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 startingand

discharging (-) of battery. stopping the engine.
A'FFACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH- Used LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release
to engage the mower blades, or other attachment lift lever when changing its
attachments mounted to your tractor. position.
A'I'FACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck and off.
or other attachments mounted to your PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
tractor. brake pedal into the brake position.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for THROTTLF_JCHOKE CONTROL- Used
declutching and braking the tractor and for starting and controllingengine speed.
starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed
and direction of tractor.

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

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will
TO SET PARKING BRAKE
cause the battery to be discharged,
Yourtractor is equipped with an operator (dead).
presence sensing switch. When engine NOTE: Under certain conditions when
is running, any attempt by the operator to tractor is standing idle with the engine
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 into full this possibility, always stop engine when
"BRAKE" position and hold. stopping tractor on grass areas.
2. Place parking brake lever in "EN- _I_CAUTION: Always stop tractor
GAGED" position and release completely, as described above, before
pressure from clutch/brake pedal. leaving the operator's position; to empty
Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" grass catcher, etc.
position. Make sure parking brake will
hold tractor secure. TO USE THROTrLE CONTROL
Push-Into AttachmentClutch Always operate engine at full throttle.
Throttle/ SwitchPullOutTo • Operating engine at less than full
Choke throftle reduces the battery charging
rate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
"Brake" The direction and speed of movement is
Position controlled by the gearshift lever.
Lever
1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in
g Brake neutral (N) position.
Clutch/Brake .Engaged _
Pedal =Drive" Position Position 2. Move gearshift lever to desired
Posif_on position.
STOPPING 3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.
MOWER BLADES - IMPORTANT: Bring tractorto a complete
• To stop mower blades,move attach- stop before shifting or changing gears.
ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED" Failure to do so will shorten the useful life
position. of your transaxle.
GROUND DRIVE - TO ADJUST MOWER currlNG HEIGHT
• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ The position of the attachment lift lever
brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position. determines the cutting height.
• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) • Grasp lift lever.
position. • Press plunger with thumb and move
ENGINE - lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approxi-
• Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are
measured from the ground to the blade tip
slow position and allowing engine to idle
with the engine not running. These
before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire". heights are approximate and may vary
depending upon soil conditions, height of
• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and
grass and types of grass being mowed.
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use,
• Never use choke to stop engine. 13

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 • The average lawn should be cut to _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector
during hot months. For healthier and shield in place.
better looking lawns, mow often and AttachmentClutch AttachmentUft Lever
after moderate growth. SwitchPullOut To _ HighPosition
• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be Engage., _._ .-S<_..._Lp_Wtion
mowed twice. Make the first cut
_'_, Deflector
relatively high; the second to desired
height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
ueh,n%
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted Disengage" _
when they are slightly off the ground
when mower is at the desired cutting
height in operating position. Gauge
wheels then keep the deck in proper TO OPERATE ON HILLS
position to help prevent scalping in most _I, CAUTION: Do not drive up or down
terrain conditions. hills with slopes greater than 15° and do
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor not drive across any slope.
on a flat level surface. • Choose the slowest speed before
1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height starting up or down hills.
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I-rlNG • Avoid stopping or changing speed on
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of hills.
this manual). • If slowing is necessary, move throttle
2. With mower in desired height of cut control lever to slower position.
position, gauge wheels should be • If stopping is absolutely necessary,
assembled so they are slightly off the push clutch/brake pedal quickly to
ground. Install gauge wheel in brake position and engage parking
appropriate hole with shoulder bolt. 3/ brake.
8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iooknut and • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be
tighten securely. sure you have allowed room for tractor
3. Repeat for opposite side installing to roll slightly as you restart movement.
gauge wheel in same adjustment • To restart movement, slowly release
hole. parking brake and clutch/brake pedal
• Make all turns slowly.
Gauge
Wheel _-_.\_ r_ \
_,_ TO TRANSPORT
Bracket_',_ i !_"_F--_ • Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
• When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.
_ _J Shoulder • Do not push or tow tractor at more than
five (5) MPH.
3/8 Washer._ _,_/'Bolt NOTE: To protect hood from damage
Gauge Wheel when transporting your tractor on a truck
or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
TO OPERATE MOWER secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
Your tractor is equipped with an operator means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
presence sensing switch. Any attempt by etc.),
the operator to leave the seat with the
engine running and the attachment clutch
engaged will shut off the engine.
1. Select desired height of cut.
2. Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control
TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
disengage attachment clutch control.
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 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER _kWARNING: Experience indicates that
ATTACHMENTS alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
Tow only the attachments that are
moisture which leads to separation and
recommended by and comply with
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
specificationsof the manufacturer of your
gas can damage the fuel system of an
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is problems, the fuel system should be
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with emptied before storage of 30 days or
"the ground and cause you to lose controt
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
of your tractor.
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL next season. See Storage Instructionsfor
additional information. Never use engine
The engine in your tractor has been
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
shipped, from the factory, already filled
tank or permanent damage may occur.
with summer weight oil.
[I, CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
ground.
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/
use gasoline near an open flame.
dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the
dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill TO START ENGINE
cap on the tube. Do not thread the When starting_e enginefor the firsttlme or if
cap onto the tube. Remove and read the enginehas run outof fuel,it willtake extra
oil level. If necessary, add oil until crankingtimeto rnovefuelfromthe tankto
"FULL" mark on dipstickis reached.
Do not overfill. engine.
1. Sit on seat in operating position,
• For cold weather operation you should depress clutcWbrake pedal and set
change oil for easier starting (See =OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- parking brake.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
nance section of this manual). position.
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte- 3. Move attachment clutch to =DISEN-
nance section in this manual
GAGED" position.
ADD GASOLINE 4. Move throttle control to choke position.
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular NOTE: Beforestarting,reed the warm and
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of cold startingproceduresbelow.
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline 5. Insert key into ignition and turn key
will increase carbon and lead oxide clockwise to "START" position and
deposits and reduce valve life). Do not release key as soon as engine starts.
mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in Do not run starter continuouslyfor
quantities that can be used within 30 more than fifteen seconds per minute.
days to assure fuel freshness. If the engine does not start after
IMPORTANT: When operating in several attempts, move throttle control
temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, to fast position, wait a few minutes and
clean winter grade gasoline to help try again. If engine still does not start,
insure good cold weather starting. move the throttle control back to the
choke position and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and
_oove)
6. When engine starts, move the throttle
control to the fast position.
• The attachments and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine end
allow it to warm up for one minute
using the choke as described above.

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 COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50=F and
below)
6. When engine starts, allow engine to
run with the throttle control in the
choke position until the engine runs
I
roughly, then move throttle control to
fast position. This may require an
engine warm-up period from several
seconds to several minutes, depend-
ing on the temperature. MULCHING MOWINGTIPS
• The attachments can also be used IMPORTANT: For best performance,
during the engine warm-up pedod. keep mower housing free of built-up
NOTE: if at a I'_h _ (above 3000 feet) grass and trash. Clean after each use.
or in coldtemperatures(below32 F) the • The special mulching blade will recut
carburetorfuel mixturemay need to be the grass clippings many times and
adjustedfor bestengine performance. See reduce them in size so that as they fall
"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service onto the lawn they will disperse into the
andAdjustmentssectiono_thismanual. grass and not be noticed. Also, the
MOWING TIPS mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn.
• Mower should be properly leveled for Always mulch with your highest engine
best mowing performance. See "TO (blade) speed as this will provide the
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
best recutting action of the blades.
Service and Adjustments section of this • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
manual.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
• The left hand side of mower should be
interferes with the mulching action.
used for trimming. The best time to mow your lawn is the
• Drive so that clippings are discharged eady afternoon. At this time the grass
onto the area that has been cut. Have
has dried and the newly cut area will
the cut area to the right of the tractor. not be exposed to the direct sun.
This will result in a more even distribu*
• For best results, adjust the mower
tion of clippings and more uniform cutting height so that the mower cuts off
cutting. only the top one-third of the grass
• When mowing largo areas, start by blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
turningto the right so that clippings will reduce your width of cut on each pass
discharge away from shrubs, fences, and mow slowly.
ddveways, etc. After one ortwo • Certain types of grass and grass
rounds, mow in the opposite direction conditions may require that an area be
making left hand turns until finished. mulched a second time to completely
• If grass is extremely tall, it should be hide the clippings. When doing a
mowed twice to reduce load and
second cut, mow across or perpendicu-
possible fire hazard from dded clip- lar to the first cut path.
pings. Make first cut relatively high; the • Change your cutting pattern from week
second to the desired height. to week. Mow north to south one week
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet then change to east to west the next
grass will plug mower end leave week. This will help prevent matting
undesirable clumps. Anow grass to dry and graining of the lawn.
before mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing Max 1/3"
performance and proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give the
mower cutting performance as well as
the quality of cut desired.
• When operating attachments, select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance of the
attachment being used.
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to Zerk Zerk
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain tractor as instructed in this (_)FrontWheel
manual. Bearing Beanng Ze_
Some adjustments will need to be made Zerk
periodically to propedy maintain your
tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each
season.
• Once a year you should replace the '= _-- ,--' shift
spark plug, clean or replace air filter, L__._ L_÷J Pivots
and check blades and belts for wear. A _) SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL
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
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and self-lubdcating bearings. If you feel they
mustbe lubricated,useonlya dry,powdered
interlocksystems for proper operation.
5. Check for loose fasteners. graphitetypelubricantsparingly.
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 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star
Always observe safety rules when
on mandrel assembly.
performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex belt, lock washer
BRAKE OPERATION
and flat washer in exact order as
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
stopping distance at high speed in 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
highest gear, then brake must be ad- torque).
justed. (See =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
Service and Adjustments section of this treated.
manual). MandrelAssembly
TIRES TrailingEdgeUp /
Blade Center j_
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual).
• Keep tiros free of gasoline, oil, or insect
Fat
control chemicals which can harm
rubber.
,o k
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp _---Hex Bolt (Grade)*'*'*'*'*'*'*'*'*'_"_
_
objects and other hazards that may *A Grade 8 heattreatedboltcan be identified
cause tire damage. by sixlineson the bolthead.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent TO SHARPEN BLADE
flat tiros due to slow leaks, tire sealant NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-
may be purchased from your local parts ing blade - but if you do, be sure the
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry blade is balanced.
rot and corrosion. Care should be taken to keep the blade
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM balanced. An unbalanced blade will
Be sure operator presence and interlock cause excessive vibration and eventual
systems are working properly. If your damage to mower and engine.
tractor does not function as described, • The blade can be sharpened with a file
repair the problem immediately. or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
• The engine should not start unless the to sharpen while on the mower.
brake pedal is fully depressed and • To check blade balance, you will need
attachment clutch control is in the a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
disengaged position. baiancer. (When using a cone bal-
• When the engine is running, any ancer, follow the instructions supplied
attempt by the operator to leave the with balancer.)
seat without first setting the parking NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
brake should shut off the engine. blade. The lobes of the center hole may
• When the engine is running and the appear to be centered, but are not.
attachment clutch is engaged, any • Slide blade on to an unthreaded
attempt by the operator to leave the portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold
seat should shut off the engine. the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.
• The attachment clutch should never If blade is balanced, it should remain in
operate unless the operator is in the a horizontal position. If either end of
seat. the blade moves downward, sharpen
BLADE CARE the heavy end untitthe blade is
For best results mower blades must be balanced.
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE REMOVAL
"_ _ Blade
1. Raise mower to highest position to
allow access to blades.
2, Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
washer securing blade. BA'I'I'ERY
3. Install new or resharpened blade with Yourtractor has a battery charging system
trailing edge up towards deck as which is sufficient for normal use. How-
shown. ever, periodic charging of the battery with
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 • Keep battery and terminals clean. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
, Keep battery bolts tight. Determine temperature range expected
, Keep small vent holes open. before oil change. All oil must meet API
, Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. service classification SF-SJ.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on • Be sure tractor is on level surface.
/our tractor is maintenance free, Do not • Oil will drain more freely when warm.
attempt to open or remove caps or covers. • Catch oil in a suitable container.
_dding or checking level of electrolyte is 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
not necessary. not to allow did to enter the engine
TO CLEAN BA'I-FERY AND TERMINALS when changing oil.
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and 2. Remove cap from end of drain valve
terminals can cause the battery to "leak" and install the drain tube onto the
power. fitting.
1. Open battery box door. 3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first slightly and turning counterclcokwise.
then RED battery cable and remove 4. To open, pug out on the drain valve.
battery from tractor. 5. After oil has drained completely, close
3. Rinse the battery with plain water and and lock the drain valve by pushing
dry. inward and turning clockwise until the
4. Clean terminals and battery cable pin is in the locked position as shown.
ends with wire brush until bright. 6. Remove the drain tube and replace
5. Coat terminals with grease or petro- the cap onto to the end of the drain
valve.
leum jelly.
6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not
ADJUSTMENTS section of this overfill. For approximate capacity see
manual). "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
V-BELTS section of this manual
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
after 100 hours of operation and replace if checking level. Insert dipstick into the
necessary. The belts are not adjustable. tube and rest the oilfill cap on the
Replace belts if they begin to slip from tube. Do not thread the cap onto the
wear. tube when taking reading. Keep oil
at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
TRANSAXLE COOLING onto the tube securely when finished.
Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt OilDrainValve
and chaff which can restrict cooling.
ENGINE
Closed
LUBRICATION and
Only use high quality detergent oil rated Locked (
NithAPI service classificationSF-SJ. Posit_on ::;.].. rain Tube
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating c
:emperature.
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from
• .m o _ m _ m im iw
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or
compressed air to remove dirt and
Change the oil after every 50 hours of stubborn dried gum fibers.
operation or at least once a year if the CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS
tractor is not used for 50 hours in one To insure proper cooling, make sure the
year. grass screen, cooling fins, and other
Check the crankcase oil level before external surfaces of the engine are kept
starting the engine and after each eight clean at all times.
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
dipsticksecurely each time you check the
oil level.
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 Every 100 hours of operation (more often MUFFLER
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
remove the blower housing and other spark arrester (if equipped) as it could
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins create a fire hazard and/or damage.
and external surfaces as necessary. SPARK PLUGS
Make sure the cooling shrouds are Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
reinstalled. each mowing season or after every 100
NOTE: Operating the engine with a hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged Spark plug type and gap setting are
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
removed wig cause engine damage due section of this manual.
to overheating.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
AIR FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season
Your engine will not run properly using a or every other oil change if the tractor is
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner used more than 100 hours in one year.
after every 25 hours of operation or every 1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See
season. Service paper cartridge every "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this
100 hours of operation or every season, section of this manual, through step
whichever occurs first. remove drain plug).
Service air cleaner more often under 2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter
dusty conditions. adapter.
1. Remove knob and cover. 3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil
2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from to the rubber gasket on replacement
base. oil filter.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 4. Install replacement oil filter on filter
3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until
4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. rubber gasket contacts the filter
5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow adapter, then tighten filter an addi-
it to dry. tional 1/2 turn.
6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in 5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO
CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil. of this manual). For approximate
capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE TIONS" section of this manual.
• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged 6. Start the engine and check for oil
cartridge. leaks. Correct any leaks before
NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge placing engine into full operation.
or use pressurized air, as this will
damage the cartridge.
7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned
and oiled) over the paper cartridge.
8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,
cover and tighten knob securely. O2
Air Cleaner _ Cover Knob
Cover _Wing Nut
Pre-C,_ _--_"_ Rubber
F°arn ---_,_k "_ _ Grommet
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
• _ _'_J _Air Cleaner
Paper Cartridge The fuel filter should be replaced once
Air _ AirP_;_;anerBase each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-
Screen--'"_ '_"_
_t_-_n_ar J "Oil Fil Cap/ tor, replacement is required.
ip 1. With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
_ in Plu_ipstiek
line with arrow pointing towards
carburetor.
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 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
and clamps are properly positioned. of all gasoline, oil, etc.
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled • Protect painted surfaces with automo-
gasoline, tive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the
Clam_ Clamp electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Fuel FIItar-'f _ Water in engine can result in a shortened
engine life.
CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.

• 1,CAUTION: 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 "OFF" and remove key.
5, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
6, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR 7. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

TO REMOVE MOWER arms. Slide mower out from under
tractor.
Mower will be easier to remove from the
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
right side of tractor. the mower deck is to be mounted on the
1. Place attachment clutch switch in
tractor, remove the front links,
"DISENGAGED" position. TO INSTALL MOWER
2. Move attachment lift lever forward to
1. Raise attachment lift lever to its
lower mower to its lowest position.
3. Roll belt oft electric clutch pulley. highest position.
2. Slide mower under tractor with
4. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring. deflector shield to right side of tractor.
5. Disconnect suspension arms from 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
rear deck brackets by removing 4, Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.
retainer springs.
6. Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs. Electric
Suspension
Srnall Retainer Arms Pulley

Front Link
Retainer

Ant_-Sway
;prings
(Both Sides)

Retainer Spring

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 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Before making any necessary adjust-
ments, check that both front linksare
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length.
on level ground or driveway. Make sure If links are not equal in length, adiust
tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- one link to same length as other link.
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
manual). If tires are over or on both front links an equal number of
underinflated, you will not properly adjust turns.
your mower. When distance =D"is t/8" to 1/21 lower
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
• Raise mower to its highest position. against trunnion on both front links.
• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"
measure he_ht from bottom edge of from trunnion on both front links.
mower to ground. Distance "A"on Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
both sides of mower should be the equal number of turns.
same or within 1/4" of each other. When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
• If adjustment is necessary, make at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against
adjustment on one side of mower only. trunnion on both front links.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten rift Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
link adjustment nut on that side. _..o=\_ / oo/Mandrel
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
o o ¢
link adjustment nut on that side.
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut
will change mower height about 1/8".
• Recheck measurements after adjust-
ing.
BottomEdgeof BottomEdgeof BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL
Mowerto Ground Mowerto Ground IN LENGTH

\ /
=b____Suspension

Nut "

_Adu_uStment
ut =E"
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- Links
side.If the following front-to-back adjust- TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both
BELT
front links equally so mower will stay
level side-to-side. The mower blade ddve belt may be
To obtain the best cutting results, the replaced without tools. Perk the tractor on
mower housing should be adjusted so level surface. Engage parking brake.
that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" BELT REMOVAL -
lower than the rear when the mower is in 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
its highest position. REMOVE MOWER" in thissection of
Measure distance "D" directly in front and this manual).
behind the mandrel at bottom edge of 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
mower housing as shown. idler pulleys.
3. Pull belt away from mower.
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 BELT INSTALLATION - TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
4. Install new belt in reverse order of Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
removal. parking brake. For assistance, there is a
5. Make sure bolt is in all pulley grooves bolt installation guide decal on bottom
and inside all belt guides. side of left footrest.
6. Install mower in reverse order of 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
removal instructions. MOWER" in this section of this
Mandrel manual.)
2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.
3. Remove clutch leeator.
4. Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler,
5. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Remove bert upwards from transaxle
pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
6. Pull belt toward frontof tractor and
Mandrel remove downwards from around
electric clutch,
7. Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.
TO ADJUST BRAKE Clutch
Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- Electdc/ Locater
able brake system which is mounted on Clutch
the right side of the transaxle.
If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet Clutching /
Idler
stoppingdistance at high speed in highest
gear on a level dry concrete or paved Stationary /
surface, then brake must be adjusted. Idler
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and
engage parking brake.
2. Measure distance between brake
operating arm and nut =A" on brake Y
rod.
3. If distance is other than 1-1/2 =, loosen TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER
jam nut and turn nut "A"until distance NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
becomes 1-1/2". Retightenjam nut The transaxle should be in neutral when
against nut "A". the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (leek
4. Road test tractor for proper stopping
gate) position.The adjustment is preset at
distance as stated above. Readjust if
the factory; however, if adjustment is
necessary, If stopping distance is still needed, proceed as follows:
greater than six (6) feet in highest 1. Make sure transax]e is in neutral (N),
gear, further maintenance is neces- NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels
sary. Contact a Sears or other move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.
qualified service center. 2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the
With Parking Brake "Engaged" right rear wheel,
3, Position the gear shift lever in the
neutral (N) position.
4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.
NOTE: if additional clearance is needed
1"1/2=
to get to adjustment bolt, move mower
Nut "A" deck height to the lowest position.
Jam Nut Gearshift NeutralLockGate

_ting

! Adjustment Bolt
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 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
MENT with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehical must also be a 12 volt
If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are negative grounded system. Do not use
positioned straight forward, remove your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
steering wheel and reassemble per TO A'I-I'ACHJUMPER CABLES -
instructionsin the Assembly section of 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to
this manual. the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER battery, taking care not to short
The front wheel toe-in and camber are against chassis.
not adjustable on your tractor. If damage 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable
has occurred to affect the front wheel toe- to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully
in or camber, contact a Sears or other charged battery.
qualified service center. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,
away from fuet tank and battery.
1. BIcok up axle securely.
2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -
washers to allow wheel removal (rear 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and
wheel contains a square key - Do not then from the fully charged battery.
lose). 2. RED cable last from both batteries.
3. Repair tire and reassemble. Positive Terminal Negative Terminal
NOTE: On rear wheels only: align
grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.
Insert square key.
4. Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove.
5. Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased from your local parts
dealer. "13resealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

RetainingA
A Charged
Battery

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BA'i-I'ERY
_,CAUTION: Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any
other object to contact both terminals at
(Rear Wheel Only) the same time. Before connecting battery,
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
BATI'ERY bands, rings, etc.
_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries Positive terminal must be connected first
generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, to prevent sparking from accidental
flame and smoking materials away from grounding.
batteries. Always wear eye protection 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and
when around batteries. open battery box door.
If your battery is too weak to start the 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
engine, it should be recharged. (See then RED battery cable and carefully
"BATTERY"in the MAINTENANCE remove battery from tractor.
section of this manual). 3. Install new battery with terminals in
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency same position as old battery.
starting, follow this procedure: 4. First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and
keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.
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 5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten Hood
securely.
6. Close battery box door.
\
Battery
Door
W,re

Hsx ENGINE
Nut
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and sys-
tems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establish-
ment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authodzed engine
Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black)
Cable manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THRO'FFLE CONTROL
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB CABLE
1. Raise hood. The throttle control has been preset at the
2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the factory and adjustment should not be
backside of the grill. necessary. Check adjustment as de-
3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb scribed below before loosening cable. If
holder securely back into the hole in adjustment is necessary, proceed as
the backside of the grill. follows:
4. Close hood. 1. With engine not running, move throttle
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS control lever from slow to choke
Loose or damaged wiringmay cause your position. Slowly move lever from
tractorto run poorly,stop running, or choke to fast position.
prevent it from starting. 2. Chock to see if hole in throttle lever
• Chock wiring. See electrical wiring and hole in speed control bracket are
diagram in the Repair Parts section. aligned.
TO REPLACE FUSE 3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable
Replace with 20 amp automotive-type clamp screw and align the holes by
plug-in fuse, The fuse holder is located inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit
behind the dash. through both holes.
4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- and tighten cable clamp screw.
SEMBLY Remove alignment pencil or drill bit.
1. Raise hood.
Cable
2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.
3. Stand in frontof tractor. Grasp hood at Screw
sides, tilt toward engine and lift oft of
tractor. Speed Control
4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

Throffie
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 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST -
The carburetor has been preset at the 6. Move throttle control lever from slow to
factory and adjustment should not be fast position. If engine hesitates or
necessary. However, minor adjustment dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle
may be required to compensate for out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.
differences in fuel, temperature, altitude Repeat test and continue to adjust, if
or load. If the carburetor does need necessary, until engine accelerates
adjustment, proceed as follows: smoothly.
In general, turning the adjusting needles High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
In (clockwise) decreases the supply of not adjust - damage may result.
fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out engine governor, which is factory set for
(counterclockwise) Increases the supply proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/ engine above the factory high speed
air mixture. setting can be dangerous. If you think the
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles engine-governed high speed needs
and seats in carburetor may result if adjusting, contact a Sears or other
turned in too tight. qualified service center, which has proper
NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is equipment and experience to make any
low emission. It is equipped with an idle necessary adjustments.
fuel adjusting needle with a Ilrniter cap,
Idle Speed
which allows some adjustment within the
limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt
to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap Screw _/_'_1
cannot be removed without breaking the IdleFuel II
adjusting needle. Adjusting_ _ _I !
1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and
the throttle control cable is adjusted
.oed,o
properly (see above).
2. Start engine and atlow to warm for five
minutes. Make adjustments with
engine running and shift]motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.
3. idle soeed setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, engine
should idle at 1750 RPM. If engine
idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed
adjusting screw in or out until correct
idle is attained.
4. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, turn idle
fuel adjustment needle In (clockwise)
until engine begins to die and then
turn out (counterclockwise) until
engine runs rough. Turn needle to a
point midway between those two
positions.
5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if
necessary.

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 Immediately prepare your tractor for experience indicates that alcohol
storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using
tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
_ore, which leads to separation and formation
CAUTION: Never storethetractor with of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
gasolineinthe tankinsidea building damage the fuel system of and engine
where fumes may reach an open flame or while in storage.
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
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
TRACTOR • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
Remove mower from tractor for winter products in the fuet tank or permanent
storage. When mower is to be stored for damage may occur.
e period of time, clean it thoroughly, • Use fresh fuel next season.
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
in a 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
manual). storage container. Always follow the mix
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
(See belt replacement instructions in engine at least 10 minutes after adding
the Service and Adjustments section stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
of this manual). the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte- and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
nance section of this manual. 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
pads 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. I. Remove spark plug(s).
2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark
BA'I-rERY plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
• Fully charge the battery for storage. 3. Turn ignition key to "START" position
• After a period of time in storage, battery for a 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,
• Do not store gasoline from one season
battery cables should be disconnected to another.
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see
_'1"OCLEAN BATFERY AND TERMI- • Replace your gasoline can if your can
NALS" in the Maintenance section of starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
this manual).
• if possible, store your trector indoors
• After cleaning, leave cables discon-
and cover it to give protection from dust
nected and place cables where they and dirt.
cannot come in contact with battery
terminals. • Cover your tractor with a suitable
protective cover that does not retain
• If battery is removed from tractor for
moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
storage, do not store battery directly on cannot breathe which allows conden-
concrete or damp surfaces.
sation to form and will cause your
ENGINE tractor to rust.
FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
gum deposites from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
hose, or tank during storage. Also,
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 TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Willnot_art 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fillfuel tank.
2. Engine not =CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE"
properly. in Operation section.
3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes
before attempting to start.
4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug.
5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter.
6. Dirtyfuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter.
7 Waterin 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 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
adjustment. in Service Adjustments
section.
lO.Engine valvesout of 10.Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

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

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

Englnewlll not 1. 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.

Englneclicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace batter

willnot 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
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/
fast. reduce speed.
2. Throttle in"CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control
position.
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 leveVdirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil.
6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
7. Dirtyfuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter.
8. Stale or dirtyfuel. 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.ClearVreplace muffler.
13.Loose or damaged wiring. 13.Check all wiring.
14. Carburetor out of 14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
adjustment. in Service Adjustments
section.
15.Engine valves out of 15.Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

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

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 1. 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 t. 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
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
I_1owerbladeawill 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.
not rotate mechanism.
2. Worn/damaged mower i 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. 1O,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.

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

Norldng 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) bumed ou 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
',Ifso equipped) 3. Faulty light switch. 3. Check/replace light switch,
4. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Check wiring and connec
tions.
5. Blown luse. 5. Replace fuse.

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

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

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

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

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 -rRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272410
SCH_MAT|C

WINING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THeY HF.N3UGHTS
GFC
SHOULD bE REf_.ACED TO
pROPE_Y _ECURE YOUR WIRING.

€IRCUIT ,,
Fro SWITCH
DA

NON-REMOVABLE REt_OV_JE
CONNECTIONS CO_t_ECTIONS

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ELECTRICAl-

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 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272410
ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp
2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 114-20 unc x 3/4
8 156417 Case Battery Mec.h Hinge
16 153664 Switch, nledock
21 175688 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)
22 4152.J Suto, Ught
24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"
25 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire
26 175'i58 Fuse,20Amp
27 735104(_ Not Keps Hexl/4-20 Unc
28 4207./ Cab/e, Ground, 6 Gauge, B_ck, 12"
29 160784 SwitCh, Plunger Normal Op Olive
30 175566 Switch, Ignition
33 140403 Key, Igniiton
40 'L78442 Harness, Ignition
41 711104_ BoYI,Hex Head, FJn. t14*2O x l/2
42 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red
43 178861 Solenoid
45 122822X Ammeter Reotangular
50 174652 Switch PTO
5J 140405 RiogRelainerPTO
52 141940 Protection Wire LOOp
80 146685 Harness Clutch Evx.
81 109748X Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

207 _ _ I

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 174619 Chassis Stamping
2 176554 Dmwt]_
3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
5 155272 Bumpe¢Hood/Dash
9 168343X012 Dash
10 ST[To33710 Bolt, Carriage 3,/8-16xl
11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH.
13 172107X010 Panel, Bash, R.H.
14 174906_8 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
17 174330X612 Hood Asseml_y
18 126938X BumperHood
25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
26 ST[To41437 Nut
28 177403 Gdlle Lens Asm
29 174332x599 Lens, Gdlle
30 175692X612 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT
31 139976 Bracket, Fender StJppod
37 1749(_06 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear
39 174714 Bracket, Pivot
58 150127 Ducl Air Engine P/L LT
60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3;8-16 UNC x 3/4
64 154798 Dash Lowar STLT
74 73680600 Nut Crowniock 3/8-16 UNC
114 158112 Keeper Belt Rear LH
115 17060620 Screw 3,/8-16 x 1-1/4
142 1757G2 Plate Reinforcement STLT
143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis
144 175582 Brackel Pnt FOotrest STLT
145 156524 Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood
159 155123X428 Cuphok:k_
166 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi Lo #13-16 x 3/4
206 170165 Boll Shoulder 5/16 -18 Tr
207 176705(_ ScrewThdrol 5/16-18xli2TYTr
206 176_ Screw Thdrol 3_8-16 x 1/2
212 175143 InSed Lens Reflective
211 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock
-- 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 Breskdown) 61 17(:60612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Peedess 206-545C 62 8883R Cover, Pedal
2 146682 Spdng, Return, Brake 63 175414 Putley, Engine
3 123666X Pugey, Transaxle 64 15(_80 Belt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4-1/4 Gr. 5
4 12(X30(_8 Ring,Retainer 65 STD551143 Washer
5 121520X Strap,Torque 66 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof
ft 1706C512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 70 171258 Bracket Asm Anlt-Rotation EVX
8 165866 Red Shifter Fender STLT 74 137057 Spacer, Axle
9 145028 Clutch Electric 75 121749X Washer 25,/32 x 1-t/4 x 16 Ga.
10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 76 STD581075 E-Ring
11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 77 123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/1865
13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga
14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 79 ST[ToS0(_5 Key Woodruff
16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/lns 5/16-18 x Gr.5 80 145090 Arm, Shift
18 $31To23710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1Gr. 5 81 165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20
19 STD541437 Nut 82 165711 Spring, Torsion
21 1(To933X Knob 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
22 13(_04 Red, Brake 84 166231 Link Transaxle
24 STD541237 Nut 85 150360 Nut, NyIock
25 106888X Spdng, Brake Red 89 158391 X428 Console, Shift, STLT
26 STD55105'7 Washer 90 124346X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4
27 ST[To61210 Pin 96 STD624003 RetainerSpring 1"
28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 160 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 3/8 x 16 Ga.
29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 112 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
30 16.o592 Bracket, Transaxle 113 t 27285X Strap Torque 90 Degrees
32 STC523107 Bolt 120 Nut Lock Fig. 3/6-16 Unc
33 72140506 Bo!t RDHD SQNK 5-16-18 Uncx3/4 145 74480540 Belt, Hex Rghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5
34 175578 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 150 175456 Spacer Retainer
35 120183X Besdng, Nylon 151 19133210 Washer 13,/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
36 STD551062 Washer 156 1660(_ Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125
37 $3_571810 Roll Pin 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount
38 165936 Pulley, Idler, Flat 159 165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt
39 74760648 Bolt 161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5
40 175461 Spacer, Split 162 73680400 Nut Crownlock t/4-20 Unc
41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr 5
42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12Ga. 164 19(;91010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga
47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever
48 154407 Bencrank Clutch Grad Dr/Sit 166 166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
49 1232_5X Retainer, Belt 168 165492 Bolt Shouleer 5/16-18 x .561
50 STIT_23715 Bolt 169 165580 Plate Fastening Lt
51 STiTo41437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 170 178394 Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear
52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 197 169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8 ID
53 165710X Link, Clutch 198 169593 Washer Nyliner 7/8 ID x .105 Hd
55 105709X Spring, Clutch Return 20_ 72116612 Bolt Cart. SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
56 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0
57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

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MODELNUMBER917.272410
STEERING
ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 159944X428 Steering Wheel
2 172393 Axle Assembly Cast Iron
3 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH.
4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
6 121748)( Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
8 12000029 Ring, Klip
10 175121 Draglink
11 STD551137 Washer, Lock
13 136518 Spe,cer Brg AXle Front
15 145212 Nut Hexftange Lock
17 177876 Shaft Assembly, Steering
29 17060612 Screw 3/6-16 x 5/4
32 171888 Rod,Tie
33 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16
34 1004(To00 Washer Lock 5/16
35 73540500 Crownlock NUt 5/16-24
36 155099 Bushing, Steering
37 152927 Screw
38 159946X428 Insert, Steering Wheel
39 19132411 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11
40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF
41 159945 Adaptor, Steedng Wheel
42 145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft
43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT
46 12123P.X Cap,Spindle
51 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC
54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
63 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1Gr 5
65 16_67 Spacer Brace Axle
67 7214G618 Bolt RDHD SQ 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/4
68 169827 Axle, State
71 175146 Steering Asm
16_35 Bracket Susp Chassis Front
87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14
88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20
91 175553 Clip Steering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 170548 Control, Tlvottle
2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8
3 ...... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV492-27506
4 159420 Muffler
13 12-041.O3 Ga.sket Kohler
14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy
16 $1_o51237 Washer
23 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard
29 137180 ARestor, Spark
31 1092(_X Tank, Fuel
32 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented
33 123487X Clamp, Hose
37 137040 Line, Fuel
38 148315 Plug, Drain Oil Easy
40 124(TL8X Bushing
44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Tnd., Roll 1/4-20 x 3/4
45 170(_612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
80 747605(_ BO9 Hex Hd 5/16-18Uncx 1/2
81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc
101 M73030800 Nut Flan-ge M8-1.25 Nor_Lk Zinc
1(35 17120616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON
1 140123 Se_t 13 121248X Bushing, Snap
2 1405.51 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 14 72(T_0412 BOll, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
3 71110616 Bolt 15 134300 Spacer, Split ,28 x .88
4 Ig'_3*r6"rg Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge 16 121250X Spdng
5 145006 Clip, Push-in Hinged 17 123976X Locknut, Flange 114 Grade 5
6 ST[:_41437 Nut 18 124238X Cap, Spring Seat
7 124181X Spdng, Seat 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1ol/2 22 S]O541431 Nut
9 "_g13_614 Washer f3/32 x / x 14 Gauge 24 19f7fg12 Washer f7/22 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
10 174894 Pan, Seat 25 127018X Bo4t, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62
11 166369 Knob Seat
12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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9 13 11 3 7 7 4 13 16 20

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 156368 Decal, Oper. Instr. 11 164065 Decal, Sting. WhL Domed Prem, Brs
2 177374 Decal, HP Engine 12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic
3 177356 Decal, Hood, RH. 13 177350 Decal, Lower Dash
4 177357 Decal, Hood, LH. 14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic
5 179405 Decal Hood Replacement 15 179128 Decal. Deck
6 133644 Decal. Customer Maintenance 16 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard
7 177355 Decal, Hood Side 20 149516 Decal. Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
8 172331 Decal, Deck -- 138311 Decal. Lift Handle
9 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT
10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger -- 165799)(428 Pad Footrest RH STLT
-- 179410 Owners Manual. English
-- 179411 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stern, valve
3 106222X 33re,Front
4,10 4 59904 Tube, Front Tire
7 (Not Provided, Service Item Only)
5 106732X427 Rim, Front
6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)
7 9040H Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel
Only)
8 106108X427 Rim,Rear
9 122082X Tire, Rear
10 7152J Tube, RearTire
(Not Provided, Service Item Only)
11 t04757X428 Cap, Axle
-- 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches I inch -- 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly
2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift
3 105767X Pin, Groove
4 12000(X_ E-Ring
5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Gauge
6 12O183X Beadng, Nylon
7 125631X Grip, H _xlle, Fluted
8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red
11 13_65 Link, Uft, L,H.
12 139666 Link, Lift, R.H.
13 S_4008 Retainer Spring
15 173288 Link, Front
16 733508(_ Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2o13 UHC
17 175689 Trunnion
18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC
19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear
2O 163552 Retainer Spheg
31 169865 Bearing, Pv4 Lift
32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24
36 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator
37 123935X Plug, Hole
38 17060516 Screw 5/16-18 x 1
40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2
41 155098 Indicator Height

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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106 "_ _ 102 103 105

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MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 55 155046 Arm, Idler
2 S_Ta33107 Bolt 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer
3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler
Front 61 174882 Spring Ext. Elect. Clutch
4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 68 174883 V-Belt
5 STD624C08 Retainer Spdng 22 738006_0 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16
6 13(_32 Arm, Suspension, Rear 101 136420 Mulcher Cover
8 85_857 Bolt, Rex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr, 8 10_ 71081010 Screw Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/8
9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 103 19061216 Washer #10
10 142296 Washer, Hardened 104 STD551110 Washer, Lock
11 134149 Blade, Mulehing 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger
13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 106 2029J Nut, Weld
14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 111 172292 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH.
15 110485X Bearing, Bail, Mandrel 112 179293 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.
16 174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 113 17060508 Screw Taping 5/16-18 x 1/2
18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 114 STD541431 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc
19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 115 72110504 Bolt, Carhage 5/16 Unc x 1/2
20 159770 Baffle, Vodex 116 4822H Bolt, Shoulder
21 STD541431 Nut Crownleck 5/16-18 UNC 117 165746 Wheel, Gauge
22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 118 73930600 Nut, Centadock 3/8-16
23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 119 STD551G37 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.
25 123713X Spdng, Torsion, Deflector 130 5/_To23710 Bog, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc xl Gr. 5
26 110422X Nut, Push 131 STD533710 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNCx 1
27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 43"
28 19111016 Washer 11/32xS/Sx16Ga. 144 158,534 Keeper Bolt 42" Clutch Cable
29 131491 Red,Hinge 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat
30 157722 Borew ThdrolWasher Head 146 171977 Bolt Carriage Idler
31 129963 W_sher, Spacer 148 169222 Spdng Return Idler
32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
33 178342 Nut, Toptack, Flanged 150 19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 15 Ga.
34 STD533717 Bolt 159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1- 3/4
36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key
37 STD3510_37 Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga Numbers 9-10, 13-15, 31 and 32)
40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC - - 177410 Replacement Mower, Complete
44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH.
45 ST[To24g03 Retainer NOTE: All component dimer_ions given in U.S.inches
46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 1 inch = 25.4 mm
54 133943 Washer, Hardened

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KEY PART KL=Y PART

NO. NO. DESCRIP'TK_N NO. NO. IESCRIP'i3ON

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 4tA 790079 Brake Lever

2 780086A Needle Beadng 5/8" 42 792073A Screw 114 - 20 x 1-1/4"
3 770128 TransaxleCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"
4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24
5 776409 Output Shaft 44 750(_-5 Brake Pad Holder
6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786G66 Spacer ,2625 x 1,0
6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket
7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 7746G0 Axle (t 1-15 / 16- Long)
8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691 Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)
8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)
g 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)
10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)
11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352 Spur Gear (1g teeth)
12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)
13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (include. 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth)
14) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)
14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include. 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)
13) 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)
15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)
17 786188 Drive Pin 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 taeth)
18 786102 Spacer 1,130 X ,695 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)
20 792077A Ball 5/16" dia 65 780189 Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W
21 792078 Set Screw 3,/8 - 16 x 3/6" 66 776422 Input Shaft
,:o 792079 Spring ,310 OD x .525 L 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft
25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 69 792170 Retaining Ping
25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-5/6" 70 786187 Spacer .890
25 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 788069 Square Cut Ralg
27 7_r2035 Retaining Ring 7tB 788092 "O'Ring
28 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090 Flat Washer 1.128 IO x .056W
29 78G072 Thrust W_sher ,627 _Dx .031W 77 788078A Inverted Retaining Ring
29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 79 792144 Spring ,430 OD x ,5000 L
29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 82 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)
29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)
30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 }D x .032W 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug
31 780001 Fiat Washer .750 ID x ,056W (Use 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 / 16"
As Needed) 150 78809_A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone
31A 780195 Fiat Washer .750 IO x ,062W 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"
32 788083 Oil Seal 5/6" 180 730229A GearOil80WgO
34 780194 Bushing .563 900 794712 ReplacementMST-206-545C
35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID Trans_Lxle
35A 780197 Flanged Bushalg ,751
36 790075 Brake Disk
37 790007 Brake Pad Plate NOTE: /_31component dimensions given in U.S, inches
38 79g021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) 1 inch = 25,4 mm
39 786026 Dowel Pin
40 792076A Fiat Washer ,312 ID x .06gw

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CYLtNDER HEADf VALVE AND BREATHER I

_fLINDRE DIRIGE SOUPAPE ET RENIFLARD I

1B
19 IB

CRANKCASE I CARTER-MOTEUR I

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CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 1 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft

2 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (inlndudes 2 Block, cylinder
3-17, Gaskets 12 04 1 01-S (_Use Short Block 12 522 49
(Qty. 2), 12 041 02-S, & 12 3 12-445-02-S Strap, lifting
041 03-f) 4 M-839025-S Screw, hex. flange
3 12-411o03-S Rod, push (2) M8x1.25x25
4 12-041-10-S Gasket, cylinder head 5 24-380-13-S Dowel, locating (4)
5 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 6 12-755-49-S Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8)
S ring, actuatln
6 12-017-02-S
12-016-01-S Valve,
Valve, intake
exhaust(.25)
Std.) 7
8 12-089-31-S
12-422-08-S sPim,h camshaft (Ag.R.) blue
12-016-02-S Vave, exhaust .25 12-422-09-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)red
7 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8" 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft (A _.R. yellow
8 12-318-36-S Cylinder Head 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft(_.R.)green

10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft A.R. black
911 25-186-01-S Arm,
Screw,rocker
hex. (2) 12-422-12-S Shim,
Shim, camshaft
camshaft IA }AR
M-640034-S flange 12-422-07-S .R. gray
white
M6xl.0x34 (2) 9 12-144-28-S Shaft, balance
12 12-089-01-S Spring, valve (2) 10 12-874-07-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)
13 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (2) (Includes 11,12
14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer(2) 12-874-11-S Pistonw/RingSet(.08)

15
16 12-468-05-S
12-112-13-S Washer, plain bolt
Spacer, head 13/32"
exhaust 12-874-08-S
12-874-09-S Piston
Piston w/Ring
w/Ring Set
Set I1"25
.50
port 11 12 018 02-S Retainer, piston pin (2)
17 12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange 12 12-108-07-S Ring Set (Std.)
M10x1.Sx81 (5) 12-108-08-S Ring Set (.25)
18 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) 12-108-09-S Ring Set (,50)
19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather 13 12-067-11-S Connecting Rod Std.)
20 M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange 12-067-06-S Connecting Rod (.25)
M6xl.0x20 (5) 14 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating
21 12-096-07-S Cover, valve w/nipple 15 12-043-05-S Gear, governor
22 M-5450t0-S Screw, hex. flange 16 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 ram
M5x0.8xl0 17 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear
23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed 18 52-139o09-S Plug, cup
2412-402-02-SReed, breather 19 12-755*64-S Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip
Inaiudes 23)
20 X-25-102-S Washer, pain 1/4"
21 12-032-01-S Seal, governor cross shaft
22 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm
23 12-154-05-S Clip, hitch pin

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

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BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

IGNITIONIELECTPJCAL I _LECTRIOUE
ALLUMAGE
HABITATION DE SOUFFLEUR El" DI_CALENT I

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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange 1 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0

M1Ox1.5x46 ((_/)a
2 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 2 24-468-10-S sher, plain 1/4"
3 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 3 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing
4 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 (4) 4 M-550010-S Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8xf0
5 12-157-06-S Pan 5 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion
6 X-42-15-S Key 6 12-027-76-S Housing,D!€,
blower
7 12-025-15-S Fl_.r_',_heel 7 12-Q63-18-S Baffle, intake side
8 12-155-09-S Connector 8 25-154-02-S Clip, mounting (3)
9 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 9 12-086-37-S Screw, captive washer
2) M5xO.8x20 (3
10 237878-S Kit, s a or 10 12-063-2g-s Baffle, cylinder head
11 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange 11 M.645016-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.gx16
M5xO.Sx2O (2) (2)
12 12-154-06-S Clip, cable (2) 12 12-063-19-S Raffle, cylinder
13 41-403-09-S Regulator, rectifier- 15 amp NOT ILLUSTRATED
14 X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" M-541050-S Nut, hex. flange MSxO.8
15 M-639016-S Screw, he}(. flange
M6xl.0x16 (2) AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
16 236602-S Connector
17 12-132-02-S S ark Plug KEY PART
18 X-728-1-S C_ip, cable (2) NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
19 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-281-01-S Duct, air
M5x08xl0 2) 2 25-341-03-S Knob, air cleaner cover
ZO 12-584-g4-s Modue, gniton 3 12-096-24-S Cover, air cleaner
NOTILLUSTRATED 4 12-083-12-S Precleaner, element
12-176-44-S Harness, widn _o 5 12-100-08-S Wing Nut
24-518-12-S Lead, black (6T - 12 gauge- 6 12-083-10-S Kit, air cleaner element
insulatedgrip barrel eyelet (Includes 5, 7, 8)
terftlinals) 7 12-743-12-S Filter, element (includes 5, 8)
12-518-35-S Lead, white (36' - 18 gauge - B 12-032-11-S Seal 1-711R"
full insulated push on tab 9 12-094-07-S Base, air cleaner (Includes 11,
12)
an_/ uninsulated socket 10 12-072-04-S Stud, mounting plate
terminals)
X-25-5-S Washer, plain 5/16" (attach M6xl.0x75
ground lead and this washer f 1 12-086-01-SScrew, #10 Hi-Lo thread
forming (2)
to lilt strap screw) 13 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner
NOT ILLUSTRATED
12-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

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DI_MARRANT DE LE SysTI_ME P_OTEUR CONTROLE

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke

M8xl,25x70 2) 2 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable
2 25-098-07-S Starter aseambly ncludea 3- 3 24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange
Q_ 4 M-664020-S Screw, lobed socket
3 12-755-54-S _t, ddve end MSxl.0x20 (2)
4 12-227-18-S Cap, ddve end 5 12-536-10-S Control, speed assembly
5 12-170-05-S Armature _ncludes 6-9)
6 12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spdng 6 M-443025-S crew, pan head M4x0.7x25
7 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 7 M-443020-S Screw, pan head M4x0.7x20
8 12-211-01-S Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4-5/ 8 12-089-11-S Spring, choke (2)
8 (2) 9 12-089-23-S Spdng, choke return
10 12-089-24-S Spring, governor
OIL PAN/LUBRICATION 11 12-755-83-S Kit, govemor lever (Includes
12-14)
KEY PART 12 12-100-07-S Nut, hex flange 1/4-20
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 13 52-211-04-S Bolt, 1/4-20x1"
14 12-090-28-S Lever, governor
15 25-158-08-S Bushing, throttle linkage
I 12-038-01-S _stick assembly (Includes 16 12-079-10-S Linkage, throttle
2 25-755-13-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3) 17 25-158-11-S Bushing, throttte linkage
3 12-153-03-S O-Ring, oiI fill cap
4 12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S.
5 12-123-04-S Tube, Otl fill inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
6 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x25
7 12-153-01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube
8 25-162-07-S Screen, oil ptickup
9 12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen
10 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x16
11 25-462-09-S Valve, oil pressure relief
12 52-050-02-S Filter, Oil
13 25-139-57-S Plug, sq. nd. solid 3/8"
14 12-393-01-S Pump, oil
15 12-153-06-S O-Ring, oil pump cover
16 12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump
17 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x16 (,'3)3
18 12-032-03-S Seal, oil (R3'.0. end)
Screw, hex. flan e
19 24-086-16-S MSxl.25x45 (11_/
20 24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange
M8x1.25x45
Assemb ,Pan, oil
21 12-199-56-S 11,14-1 iy'7) (Incl.

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 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272410
KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506

CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST

VILEBREOUIN __ --1 F:CHAPPEMENTI

FUEL SYSTEM
'UEL DE LE SYSTI_ME I

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 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272410
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506

FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 1 12-014-57-S Cmnkshalt (Includes 2)

2 M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) 2 25-139-27-S Plug, cup
3 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket
(Includes 4,5,6 qty 1 _e, EXHAUST
cable 12-454-03-S, Termina_
25-452-20-S KEY PART
4 12-041-62-S Gasket, air c eerier NO. NO, DESCRIPTION
5 12-053-118 Carburetor assembly (For
Informa6o_ only not available 1 25-072-04-S Stud, M6x1.25x33(2)
separately) (Includes Kit, 2 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaust manifold
float 12-757-02-S Kit, 3 12-126-11-S Bracket muffler
carburetor repair 12-757-03- 4 12-445-06-S Strap, lifting
S, Kit, solenoid repair 12- 5 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x25
757-33-S)
6 12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2) 12 522 49 _ort Block
7 12-265-06-S Deflector, heat 12-755-93-S Gasket Set
8 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)
9 52-353-22-S Line, fuel 12-1/4" NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.
10 25-050-03-S Filter, fuel in-line inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm
11 47-154-01-S Clip cable
NOT iLLUSTRATED
*M-561010-S Screw. thread forming
M5x0.Sxl0
*X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4"
12-757-02-S Kit, float
12-757-03-S Kit, carburetor repair
12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor
!2-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner
12-041-05-S Gasket, bowl
12-041-06-S Gasket, bowl screw
12-032-06-S Seal, solenoid
12-757-33-S Kit, solenoid repair
12-041-06-S Gasket, bowl screw
12-454-03-S Tie cable
25-452-20-S Terminal
12-518-37-S Lead, red, (37" - 20 gauge -
insulated socket and
un]nsulatudsocket terminals)

*attaches carburetor ground lead to carb baffle.

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 SUGGESTED GUIDId. FOH SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIUN

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL
SIGHTING _ ..Cu T
GUIDE TH_

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greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu-
ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
Operate when
caution your Tractor
changingup direction
and down ontheslopes.
face of slopes (not I
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