Download Craftsman 917.272232 Owner`s manual

Owner's Manual
iI:RRFTSMAN°I
20 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272232
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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and fellow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Ctaflsman
website:
wwwsears
corn/craftsman
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2
Safety Rules ......................................... 3
Product Specifications .......................... 6
Assembly .............................................. 8
Operation ............................................ 13
Maintenance Schedule ...................... 19
19
Service and Adjustments .................... 23
Storage ............................................... 29
Troubleshooting ................................. 30
Repair Parts ........................................ 34
Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is
maintained, 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 riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,
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 contaminated 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 BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding
equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the
battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty
service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipment to
your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip
charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
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 rights which
may vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
|MPORTANT: This cuttk_gmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and,
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result m
serious injury or death.
11.SLOPE OPERATION
I. GENERAL OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to less-of• Read, understand, and follow all
instructionsin the manual and on the
control and tipover accidents, which can
result in severe in ury or death. All slopes
machine before starting,
require extra caut on. If you cannot back up
• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions,to operate
the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
mow it.
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as
DO:
rocks, toys wire etc., which could be
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
picked up and thrown by the bade.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
• Be sure the area is clear of other
limbs, etc.
people before mowing. Stop machine
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
if anyone enters the area.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
Never
Do notcarry
mow passengers.
in reverse unless absomachine. Tall grass can hide oblutely necessary, Always look down
stacles.
and behind before and while backing.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
• Be aware of the mower discharge
so that you will not have to stop or shift
directionand do not point it at anyone.
while on the slope,
Do not operate the mower without
• Follow the manufacturer's recommeneither the entire grass catcher or the
dations for wheel weights or counterguard in place.
weights to improve stability.
• Slow down before turning.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
• Never leave a running machine
other attachments. These can change
unattended. Always turn off blades, set
the stability of the machine.
parking brake stop engine, and
• Keep all movement on the slopes s/ow
remove keys before dismounting.
and gradual. Do not make sudden
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
changes in speed or direction.
• Stop engine before removing grass
• Avoid starting or stopping on a _Jope. If
catcher or unclogging chute.
tires lose traction, disengage the
• Mow on|y in daylight or good artificial
blades and proceed slowly straight
light.
• Do not operate the machine while
down the slope.
under the ir_tuence ol alcohol or drags.
DO NOT:
• Watch for traffic when operating near or
• Do not turn on slopes unless neceso
crossing roadways.
• Use extracarewhm'_loadingor
sary, and then, turn slowly am:l graduunloading the machine into a trailer or
ally downhill, if possible.
truck.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
• Data indicates that operators, ego 60
embankments. The mower could
years and above, are involved in a
suddenly turn over if a whee_ is over
large percentage of riding mawerthe edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
r_ated injuries. These operators
caves in.
should evaluate their ability to operate
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
the ridingmower safely enough to
traction could cause sliding.
protect themselves and others from
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
serious injury.
putting your foot on the ground,
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
other debris balld-up which can touch
slopes.
hot exhaust / engine parts 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
spilla_]e before operating or storing the
machine. Allow machine to cool before
storage.
|11.
CHILDREN
Tragic
accidents can occur ff the
operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turnmachine off il children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
IV, SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline
and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.
-Use only an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
- Never refuel the machine indoors.
- Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment "ityou
stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never make adiustments or repairs
with the engine running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers or children
even with the blades off.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absoIctely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. "]'hey may fall off
and be seriously Injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
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• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),
not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts,orbumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Useslow speed.
Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
whUe on the slope.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
• If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage blades, shift into reverse
and back down slowly.
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
,J_Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTIONIX! BECOMEALERTI!I YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
,ACAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs, always
disconnect spark plug wire and place
wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
_'I_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
ACAUTION: Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply
with specifications of the manufacturer of
your tractor. Use common sense when
towing. Operate only at the lowest
possible speed when on a slope. Too
heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control
of your tractor.
4(_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
A,WARNING: Battery posts terminals and
related accassodes contain lead and ead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductiveharm. Wash
hands after handling.
PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
3ASOLINE 3.5GALLONS
CAPACITY
_,NDTYPE:
UNLEADED
REGULAR
:)IL TYPE
_API-SF-SJ):
OIL CAPACITY:
SAE 10W30(above32°F)
SAE5W-30 Ibelow 32°F)
W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS
W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS
CHAMPION RC12YC
SPARK PLUG:
3AP: .030")
GROUND SPEED
(MPH):
1st
1.2
2nd
1.5
3rd
2.4
4th
3.5
5th
4.8
6th
5.3
REVERSE: 1.5
TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR: 10 PSI
CHARGING
SYSTEM:
15 AMPS @ 3600 RPIV
BATTERY:
AMP/HR:
30
MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE: U 1R
BLADE BOLT
45-55 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
your nearest Sears or other qualified
service center. We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools
to service or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructionswill enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Repair Agreement is available on this
product. Contact your nearest Sears
store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, cadng for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under =Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_I_WARNING: This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the state of Calitomia the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands. A
spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest Sears service
center. (See REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual).
Steering Wheel
Steering
Wheel
Insert
Steedng Sleeve
Mower
(5) Retainer Spdngs
(double loop) - _P
(1)Front Plate
_her
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12
(1) Knob_
_
Gauge
,_
s
(2) Retainer Springs (single loop)
_
f @ (4) Adjusting Bar
(4) Shoulder Bolt
_
(4) Retainer Spdngs
(double loop)
(4) Locknut 3/8-16
(4) Wheels
(2) Locknuts 5/16-18
I
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHII,H]_
_._,
IF ',2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x,
Nose Roller
_
Nr°ScekRs°ller
Key
Cassette
t7/32(2)xWashers
7/8 x 16 Ga.
Slope Sheet
For Future Use
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory wffh exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your
tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before
you begin.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 9/16" Wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/
(1) 1/2" wrench
drive ratchet
(1) Utilityknife
(1) Pliers
(1) Tire pressure gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating
position (seated behind the steering
wheel).
TO REMOVETRACTOR
FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
1. Remove all accessible loose parts
and parts boxes from shipping carton.
2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four comers of shipping carton, and
lay panels flat.
3. Remove mower and package materials.
4. Check for any additional loose parts
or boxes and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
AI"I'ACH STEERING WHEEL
1. Remove lock nut and large flat washer
from steering shaft.
2. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
3. Slide the steering sleeve over the
steering shaft.
4, Position steering wheel so cress bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
onto steering wheel adapter.
5. Secure steering wheel to steering
shaft with lock nut and large flat
washer previously removed. Tighten
securely.
6. Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
7. Remove protective materials from
tractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.
HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR
CHECK BA'n'ERY
I. Lift hood to raised position.
NOTE: If thisbattery is put into service
after month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals) charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BA'I-I'ERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for
charging instructions).
INSTALL SEAT
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.
1. Remove adjustment knob and flat
washer securing seat to cardboard
packing and set aside for assembly of
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seat to tractor.
2. Pivot seat
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
upward and remove from
the cardboard packing. Remove the
cardboard packing and discard.
Place seat on seat pan so head of
shoulder bolt is positioned over large
slotted hole in pan.
Push down on seat to engage
shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat
towards rear of tractor.
Pivot seat and pan forward and
assemble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten.
Lower seat into operating position and
sit in seat.
Slide seat until a comfortable position
is reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
Get off seat without moving its
adjusted position.
Raise seat and tighten adjustment
knob securely.
Seat
Seat Pan'--.
Shoulder
Bolt
FlatWasher
NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
tractor oft the skid. Followthe appropriate
instructionbelow to remove the tractor
from the skid.
TO ROLLTRACTOR
OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of controls)
1. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
2. Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.
3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
position.
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
TO DFIIVETRACTOR
OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of controls)
AWARNING; Before startinchread,
understand and follow all instructions in
the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be
sure the area in front of tractor is clear of
other people and objects.
1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.
2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel
tank with gasoline.
3. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set
the parking brake.
4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
5. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
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.
8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.
t0.Tum ignition key to "OFF" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.
ASSEMBLE GAUGEWHEELSTO
MOWER DECK
The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating mower. Be sure they are
properly adjusted to ensure optimum
mower performance.
1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into
bracket channel, Be sure that gauge
wheel bar aligning holes are on top.
Assemble gauge wheels as shown
using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and
3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten
securely.
2. For ease of mower to traCtor assembly raise gauge wheels to highest
position and retain with clevis p ns
and spring retainers.
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before
operating mower. See "TO ADJUST
GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation
section of this manual.
Gauge
3/8
Locknut
TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER
1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16
gauge washers, and nose roller
between deck mounting brackets as
shown. Be sure to position brackets
on correct side, as shown.
2. Install hex bolts and lock nuts as
shown. Tighten hardware securely.
NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes in deck brackets.
Tab Hole
Nose Roller
ut
Hex_
Bracket
"B" Bracket
Washer
,_
_.w
INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT
Be suretractoris on level surfaceand mower
suspensionarms are raisedwith attachment
liftcontrol.Engage parkingbrake.
1. Cut and remove ties securing antisway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway
bar to left side of mower deck.
2. Slide mower under tractor with
deflector shield to dght side of tractor.
IMPORTANT; Check belt for proper
routing in all mower pulley grooves,
3. If equipped,turn height adjustment
knob counterclockwise until it stops.
4. Lower mower linkage with attachment
lift control.
5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position.
6. Install belt into electdc clutch pulley
groove.
7. Place the suspension arms on
outward pointing deck pins. Retain
with double loop retainer spring with
loops up as shown.
8. Install front plate assembly to tractor
suspension brackets and retain with
single loop retainer spdngs as shown.
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9. Position
frontplateassembly
between
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shippingpurposes.
Correct tire pressure is importantfor best
cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.
CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cutting results,mower should be
properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER
HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL
BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac.
ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade
drive belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of thismanual. Verifythat the belts
are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate yourtractor,
check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
front mower brackets. Raise deck and
plate assembly to align holes and
insert flanged pins. Secure pins with
double loop retainer springs between
the plate assembly and mower
brackets.
NOTE: To assist in locating hole in
flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with
notch on head of pin. If necessary, move
mower side-to-side to give space
between plate and mower brackets.
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper
routing in all mower pulley grooves.
10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing
rod into locking bracket.
_CAUTION:
Belt tension rod is spring
loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and
engage slowly.
1t.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
bracket under left footrest and retain
with double loop retainer spring.
12.If equipped, turn height adjustment
knob clockwise to remove slack from
mower suspension.
13. Raise deck to highest position.
14.Adjust gauge wheels before operating
mower as shown in the Operation
section of this manual.
BeltTensionRod
Lock Bracket
DisengagedPosition
ElectdcClutch
Pulley\
\
Front
Mower
Chassis
Front
Suspention Front
_Brackets
Bracket\
Plate
,.Loop Retainer
Gauge
Wheel
\
Flanged
Double Loop
Retainer
Spdng
USE PLIERS FOR
RETAINER SPRING_
Single
Loop
Retainer
Spdngs
Anti-Sway
Bar
Suspension Arms
Double Loop
Retainer Spdng
(Outward pointing
deck pins)
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Deflector Shaild
_ CHECKLIST
Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor, we wish to assure that you receive
the best performance and satisfaction
from this quality product.
Please review the following checklist:
4 NI assembly instructions have been
completed.
J' No remaining loose parts in carton.
J" Battery is propedy prepared and
charged.(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
J All tires are propedy Inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
•/ Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be propedy inflated
for leveling).
,/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure
they are routed propedy around pulleys
and inside _dl belt keepers.
#' Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are propedy
clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor,
pay extra attention to the following
important items:
•/ Engine oil is at proper level.
J Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
,/Become familiar with all controls - their
|ocation and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe
operating condition.
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
Learn and understand their meaning.
A
=,
BATFERY
CAUTION OR
WARNING
REVERSE
FORWARD
ENGINE ON
ENGINE OFF
OIL PRESSURE
LIGHTS ON
OVER TEMP
LIGHT
FUEL
CHOKE
MOWER HEIGHT
PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
r_'_ R N H
ATrACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED
REVERSE
NEUTRAL
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED
FAST
SLOW
!
MOWERLI_
L
HIGH
LOW
KEEP AREA CLEAR
PARKING BRAKE
SLOPE HAZARDS
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
FREE WHEEL
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
(Automatic
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Models
only)
KNOWYOUR TRACTOR
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.
Ammeter
Hourmeter
Choke Control
Attachment
witch
Throttle Control
Plunger
Attachment
Clutch/Brake
Control
Gear_
Lever
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American
National Standards Institute.
AI"rACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used
to engage the mower blades, or other
attachments mounted to your tractor.
LIGHT SWITCH: Turnsthe headlights on
and off.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control
engine speed.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting
a cold engine.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed
and direction of tractor.
ATTACHMENTUFT LEVER - Used to raise,
lower,and adjustthe mowerdeckor other
attachmentsmountedto yourtractor.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing its
position.
IGNmON SWITCH: Used for startingand
stopping the engine.
AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)
or discharging (-).
PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake
into the brake position.
HOURMETER- Indicateshoursof operation.
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Theoperation
ofanytractor
canresult
inforeign
objects
thrown
intothe
!
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses I
or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments
or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or
standard safety g asses.
HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR
TO SET PARKING BRAKE
Yourtractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat withoutfirst setting the
parking brake will shut off the engine.
1. Depress clutch/Drake pedal into full
=BRAKE" position and hold.
2. Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.
Pedal should remain in =BRAKE"
position. Make sure parking brake will
hold tractor secure.
Push-In to
Attachment Clutch
Choke "Disengage .___'
.._
Switch
PullOut To
Th_C°ntr°l
=Brake
P
__ ition
o
Clutch/Brake
Pedal=Ddve"
Position
STOPPING
• Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other than "OFF" will
cause the battery to be discharged,
(dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine
running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility,always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas.
ACAUTION:
Always stop tractor completely, as descdbeiJ above, before
leaving the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.
TO USE THRO'I'rLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.
• Operating engine at less than full
" " __'_
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.
Key
Lever
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL
Usa choke control whenever you are
_
\Ignition Gear Shift starting a cold engine. Do not use to start
a warm engine.
"Engaged"Position • To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
=Disengaged"
Position
TO MOVE FORWARD AND
BACKWARD
">a, og
Brae
The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the gearshift lever.
1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in
neutral (N) position.
2. Move gearshift lever to desired
position.
3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.
IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete
stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful life
of your transaxle.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The position of the attachment lift lever
determines the cutting height.
• Grasp lift lever.
• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.
MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switchto =DISENGAGED"
position.
GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground ddve, depress clutch/
brake pedal Into full =BRAKE" position.
• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)
position.
ENGINE • Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
slow position and allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire".
• Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
USe.
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Thecuttingheight
range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4=. The heights are
measured from the ground to the blade
tipwiththeenginenotrunning.These
heights are approximate and may vary
depending upon soil conditions, height of
grass and types of grass being mowed.
• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and
better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice, Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired
height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slighlly off the ground
when mower is at the desired cutting
height in operating position. Gauge
wheels then keep the deck in proper
position to help prevent scalping in most
terrain conditions.
NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level
surface.
1. Lower mower and adjust mower to
desired cutting height.
2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin
which secure each gauge wheel bar.
3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise
gauge wheels slightlyto align holes in
bracket and gauge wheel bar and
insett clevis pin. Gauge wheels
should be slightly off the ground.
4. Replace re'_ainer spring into clevis pin.
5. Besure all gauge wheels are in the
same setting.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge
wheels if you change the cutting height
of the mower deck.
Retainer
....
Clevis
Pin
1. Select desired height of cut,
2. Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control.
,_kCAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on
mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place.
Attachment Clutch
Switch Pull Out To
=Engage"
Attachment lifl Lever
High Position
_Low
position
•\
Deflector
Shield
Push In To
"Disengage"
TO OPERATE ON HILLS
_I, CAUTION: Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15° and do
not drive across any slope.
• Choose the slowest speed before
starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hilts.
• If slowing is necessa_, move throttle
control laver to slower position.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary,
push clutch/brake pedal quickly to
brake position and engage parking
brake.
• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be
sure you have allowed room for tractor
to roll slightly as you restart movement.
• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• Make all turns slowly.
TOTRANSPORT
• Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
• When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than
five (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck
or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of _ying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
TO OPERATE MOWER
Yourtractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. Any attempt by
the operator to leave the seat with the
etc.).
engine running and the attachment clutch
engaged will shut off the engine.
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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATrACHMEN'IS
Tow only the attachments that are
recommended by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Too heavy of a loud, while on a slope, =s
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control
ofvour tractor.
BEFORE STARTINGTHE
ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The engine in your tractor has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with summer weight oil.
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.
2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/
dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the
dipstickinto the tube and rest oil fill
cap on the tube. Do not thread the
cap onto the tube. Remove and read
oil level. If necessary, add oil until
"FULL" mark on dipstickis reached.
Do not overfill.
• For cold weather operation you should
change oilfor easier starting(See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in thismanual.
ADD GASOLINE
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbon and lead oxide
deposits and reduce valve life). Do not
mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30
days to assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(O°C), use fresh,
clean winter grade gasoline to help
insure good cold weather starting.
a_cWARNING: Experience indicates that
ohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructionsfor
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner productsin the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
ACAUTION: Fillto bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use
gasoline near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE
When starting the engine for the first time
or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel from
the tank to the engine.
1. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
3. Move attachment clutch to =DISENGAGED" position.
4. Move throttle control to fast position
5. Pull choke control out for a cold
engine start attempt. For a warm
engine start attempt the choke control
may not be needed.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and
cold starting procedures below.
6. Insert key into ignition and turn ke_/
clockwise to "START" position an(I
release key as soon as engine stads.
Do not run starter continuously for
more than fifteen seconds per minute.
If the engine does not start after
several attempts, push choke control
in, wait a few minutes and try again. If
engine still does not start, pull the
choke control out and retry,
o
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 F and
above)
7. When engine starts, slowly push
choke control in until the engine
begins to run smoothly. If the engine
starts to run roughly, pull the choke
control out slightlyfor a few seconds
and then continue to push the control
in slowly.
• The attachments and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute
using the choke as described above.
COLDWEATHER STARTING (50 F and
below)
7. When engine starts, slowly push
choke control in until the engine
begins to run smoothly. Continue to
push the choke control in small steps
allowing the engine to accept small
changes in speed and load, until the
choke control is fully in. If the engine
starts to run roughly,pull the choke
control out slightly for a few seconds
and then continue to push the control
in slowly. This may require an engine
warm-up period from several seconds
to several minutes, depending on the
17
temperature.
• Theattachments
canbeusedduring
theengine warm-up period and may
require the choke control be pulled out
slightly.
NOTE= ffat a highaltitude(above3000 feet)
or in coldtemperatures(below3_ F) the
carburetorfuel mixture may need to be
a_usted for best engine peffo.n'na_
r_ce.See
"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service
andA_ustrnents sec_onof thismanual.
MOWlNGTIPS
• Mower should be propedy Leveledfor
best mowing performance. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service end Adjustments section of this
manual.
• The left hand side of mower should be
used for trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have
the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribulion of clippings and more uniform
cutting.
• When mowing large areas, start by
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,
mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until finished.
• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and
possible fire hazard from dded clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the
second to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet
grass will plug mower and leave
undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing
performance end proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give the
mower the best 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
aftachment being used.
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LUBRICATION CHART
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain tractor as instructed in this
manual. Some adjustments will need to
be made periodically to properly maintain
your tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each
season.
• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.
5. Check for loose fasteners.
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_) General Purpose Grease
(_ Refer to Maintenance =ENGINE*
Section
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
pivot points which have special nylon
bearings. Viscous lubricantswill attract
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of
the self-lubdcating bearings. If you feel
they must be lubricated, use only a dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.
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TRACTOR
Always
observe
safety
rules when
pedorming any maintenance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manuel).
TIRES
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual)_
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm
rubber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.
NOTE; To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
Be sure that operator presence and
interlock systems are working properly. If
your tractor does not function as described below, repair the problem
immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachment clutch control is in the
disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut offthe engine.
• The attachment clutch should never
operate unless the operator is in the
seat.
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star
on mandrel assembly.
4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer
and flat washer in exact order as
shown.
5. Tighten bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.
torque).
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat
treated.
TrailingEdgeUp _'_
-
Mandrel
*A Grade8 heattreatedboltcan be
identifiedbysix lines on the bolthead.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade, but if you do, be sure the blade
is balanced,
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration and eventual
damage to mower and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while it is on the mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need
a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied
with balanoer).
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade onto an unthraaded portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the boil
or pin parallel with the ground. If blade
is balanced, it should remain in a
horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the
heavy end until the blade is balanced.
Center Hole
BLADE CARE
Blade
For best results mower blades must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
5/8" Bolt or Pin blades.
BLADE REMOVAL
1. Raise mower to highest position to
BATrERY
allow access to blades.
Your
tractor has a battery charging
2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
system which is sufficient for normal use.
washer securing blade.
However, periodic charging of the battery
3. Install new or resharpened blade with
with an automotive charger will extend its
trailing edge up towards deck as
shown.
20 life.
• Keep
battery
and terminals clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.
NOTE; The odginal equipment battery on
your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
Adding or checking level of electrolyte is
not
necessary.
TO CLEAN BA'I-rERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and
terminals can cause the battery to "leak"
power.
1. Remove terminal guard.
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.
3. Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.
4. Clean terminals and battery cable
ends with wire brush until bright.
5. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BA'I-rERY" in the SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS section of this
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING
Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt
and chaff which can restdct cooling.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF-SJ.
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classification SF-SJ.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
not to allow did to enter the engine
when changing oil.
2. Remove cap from end of drain valve
and install the drain tube onto the
fitting.
3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
slightly and turning counterclockwise.
4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.
5. After oil has drained completely, close
and lock the drain valve by pushing
inward and turning clockwise until the
pin is in the locked position as shown.
6. Remove the drain tube and replace
the cap onto to the end of the drain
valve.
7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill
dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not
overfill. For approximate capacity see
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level. Insert dipstick into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the
tuba. Do not thread the cap onto the
tube when taking reading.
Keep oil
at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished.
Oil Drain Valve
Closed
and
Locked
Position
Cap
Drain Tube
Change the oil after every 50 hours of
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
operation or at least once a year if the
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
tractor is not used for 50 hours in one
chaff to prevent engine damage from
year.
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or
Check the crankcase oil level before
compressed air to remove dirt and
starting the engine and after each eight
stubborn dded gum fibers.
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
dipstick securely each time you check the
oil level.
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CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS
To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, end other
external surfaces of the engine are kept
clean at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
and external surfaces as necessary. Make
sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.
NOTE: Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds
removed will cause engine damage due
to overheating,
AIR FILTER
Yourengine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or every
season. Service paper cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under
dusty conditions.
1. Loosen knob and remove cover.
TO
2.
3.
4.
SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.
Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow
it to dry.
5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged
cartridge.
NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge
or use pressurized air, as this will
damage the cartridge.
6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.
7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned
and oiled) over the paper cartridge.
8. Check rubber seal for damage and
proper position around stud. Replace
if necessary.
9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge
plate, and nut.
10. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure
by tightening knob.
Foam
CaM_
Pm-Cleaner
Rubber
Seal
Knob
Plate
ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season
or every other oil change if the tractor is
used more than 100 hours in one year.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could
create a fire hazard end/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginningof
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occursfirst.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstruct!ngfuel flow to carburetor, replacement Is required.
1. W'dhengine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections,
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards
carburetor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks
and damps are properly positioned.
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
_
Clamp/
Clamp
__Fuel
Filter
CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the
electrical system, muffler,air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a shortened
22engine life.
,_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
TO INSTALL MOWER
Follow procedure described in "INSTALL
MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the
Assembly section of this manual
TO LEVEL MOWER ROUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
manual). If tires are over or
underinflated, you will not properly adjust
your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
• Raise mower to its highest position.
• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,
measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground. Distance "A" on
both sides of mower should be the
same or within t/4" of each other.
• If adjustment is necessa_, make
adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
TO REMOVE MOWER
1. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
2. If equipped, tum height adjustment
knob to lowest setting.
3. Lower mower to its lowest position.
4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock
bracket.
_,CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have
a tight grip on rod and release slowly•
5. Remove retainer spring holding antiswaybar to chassis bracket and
disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.
6. Remove four retainer springs from
front plate assembly and remove
plate.
7. Remove retainer springs from
suspension arms at deck and disengage arms from deck.
8. Raise attachment lift to its highest
position.
9. Slide mower forward and remove belt
from electric clutch pulley.
10.Slide mower out from under right side
oftractor.
Suspension
BeltTension
Rod
•
4*
Front Mower
(Disengaged_,,
Bracket
Positon)
/_'
Chassis
Etectdc
Clutch Pulley
Front
Plate
Spdngs
(Both Sides)
Retainer
Mower
Bracket
Anti-Sway
Bar
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Edge of
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BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL
,T: iround
8uspens_on
L_ Link
Adjustment
Nut
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut
will change mower height about 1/8".
• Recheck measurements after adjusting.
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must he level side-toside.If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both
front linksequally so mower will stay
level side.to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so
that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"
lower than the rear when the mower is in
its highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "D" directly in front and
behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.
• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front linksare
equal in length.
• If linksare not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
• To lower front of mower loosen nut =E"
on both front links an equal number of
turns.
• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front then rear, tighten nuts "F"
against trunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of mower, loosen nut =F"
from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
equal number of turns.
• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten not =F" against
trunnion on both front links.
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
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TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
1. Park tractor on a level surface.
Engage parking brake.
2. Lower mower to its lowest position.
3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock
bracket.
=CLCAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have
a firm grip on rod an release slowly.
4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel
cover and remove cover.
5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings
which may have accumulated around
mandrels and entire upper deck
SUrface.
6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from
rear deck bracket by removing
reteiner spring.
7. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.
mandrel pulley.
8. Remove belt from electric clutch
pulley.
9. Remove belt from idler pulleys.
10.Check primanj idler arm and two
idlersto see that they rotate freely.
11. Be sure spring is securely hooked to
primary idler arm and spring arm.
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION
12.Install belt in both idlers.
13.Install new belt onto electdo clutch
pulley.
14.Carefully roll belt into upper groove of
R.H. mandrel pulley.
15.Carefully check belt routing making
sure belt is in the grooves correctly.
16.Reconnect R,H. suspension arm to
rear deck bracket with retainer spring,
17. Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover,
18,Engage belt tension rod by pushing
rod into locking bracket.
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Posi_n)
Mandrel
TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable
brake system which is mounted on the
side of the transaxle.
if tractorrequires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear on a level dry concrete or
paved surface, then brake must be
adjusted.
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and
engage parking brake.
2. Measure distance between brake
operatingarm and nut "A" on brake
rod.
3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
jam nut and tum nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-1/2". Retightan jam nut
against nut =A".
4. Road test tractorfor proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust if
necessary. If stoppingdistance is still
greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,
further maintenance is necessary.
Contact a Sears or other qualified
service center.
WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"
Electdc Clutch
. Idler
Pulleys
Spdn
Arm
Mandrel
R.H. Suspens;ol
Arm
Pdmar_
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake.
1. Remove mower ddve belt (See "TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in
thissection of this manual).
2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual).
3. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel
cover and remove cover.
4. Carefully ron belt off L.H. mandrel
pulley.
5. Remove belt from center mandrel
pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel
pulley.
6. Remove any dirt or grass which may
have accumulated around mandrels
and entire upper deck surface.
7. Check secondary idler arm and idler
pulley to see that they rotatefreely.
8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary
idler arm and secondary spring arm.
9. Install new belt in tower groove of R.H.
mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center
mandrel pulley as shown.
10.Carefully rollbelt over L.H. mandrel
pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves
properly.
11. Reinstall L.H. mandrel cover.
12. Reinstallmower to tractor (See
"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"
in the Assembly section of this manual).
13. Reassemble mower drive belt (See
"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"
in thissection of this manual).
L.H.
Nut =A"
Jam Nut
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt installationguide decal on bottom
side of left footrest.
1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this
manual.)
2. Disconnect clutch wire hamese.
3. Remove clutch tocator.
4. Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.
5. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Remove belt upwards from transaxle
pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
6. Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around
electric clutch.
7. Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.
SecondaP/Idler Arm
Secondary
Arm
Mandrel
Pulley
R.H.
Mandrel
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Locator
Electdc
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Clutching/
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Idlestati°naP_r
Transaxle_i
Pulley
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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 pumbased from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also preventstire dry
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TRANSAXLE
GEAR SHIFT LEVER
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
The traneaxle should be in neutral when
the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock
tghate)
position. The adjustment is preset at
e fautory; however, ff adjustment is
needed, proceed as follows:
1. Make sure traneexle is in neutral (N).
NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels
move freely, the transaxla is in neutral.
2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the
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
to get to ad ustment bolt, move mower
deck height to the lowest position.
Gearshift Lever_.._,
Neutral
_ustrnent
Bolt
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
If steedng wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove
steedng wheel and reassemble per
instructionsin the Assembly section of
this manual.
FRONT WH EEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
The front wheel toe-in and camber are
not adjustable on your tractor. If damage
has occurredto affect the front wheel toein or camber, contact your nearest Sears
or other qualified service center.
TO REMOVEWHEEL
FOR REPAIRS
Square KS"y(Rear ; _,_
WheelOnly)L-..-----_=_"
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TO START ENGINEWlTH AWEAK
BATTERY
_,CAUTION:
Lead-acid batteries
generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from
battedes. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to startthe
engine, it should be recharged. (See
"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehical must also be a 12 volt
negative grounded system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
TO ATrACH JUMPER CABLES 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
battery, taking care not to short
against chassis.
2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable
to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully
charged battery.
3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,
away from fuel tank and battery.
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE
ORDER 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.
2. RED cable last from both batteries.
1. Block up axle securely.
2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rear
"Positive" (÷,__Negative"
wheel contains a square key - Do not
lose).
3. Repair tire and reassemble.
NOTE: On rear wheels only: align
grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.
Insert square key.
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(-)
REPLACING BA'rrERY
TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 20 amp automotive.type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
1. Raise hood.
2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.
3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.
4. To replace, reverse above procedure,
ACAUTION:
Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any
other object to contact both terminals at
the same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands, rings, etc.
Positiveterminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
t. Lift hood to raised position.
2. Remove terminal guard.
3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then
RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor.
4. Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery,
5. Reinstall terminal guard.
6. First connect RED battery cableto
positive (+) battery terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.
7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with
remaining hex bolt and keps nut.
Tighten securely
8, Close terminal access doors.
9. Close hood.
Hex
KepsNut _
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Door
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Headlight
WireConnector
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission contml devices end systems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine
manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THRO'I'rLE CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
follows:
1. With engine not running, move throttle
control lever to fast position.
2. Check that speed control lever is
against stop screw. If it is not, loosen
casing clamp screw and pull throttle
cable until lever is against screw.
Tighten clamp screw securely.
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Terminal_
." _Positive
_L _Cable
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT
(Red)
LAMP
_CAUTION: When lit the halogen lamps
get extremely hot. He d amp assembly Dy
the holder and do not touch the bulb.
1. Raise hood.
2. Disconnect harness from lamp
assembly.
3. Rotate counterclockwise and pull
lamp assembly out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.
4. Insert new lamp assembly and rotate
clockwise to look.
5. Reconnect harness to lamp assembly.
6. Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiringmay cause your
tractorto run poody, stop running, or
prevent it from starting.
• Check widng. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.
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IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles
and the seats in carburetor may result if
screw is turned in too tight.
PRELIMINARY SETI'IN G 1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and
Throttle
the throttle control cable is adjusted
Control
properly (see "TO ADJUST
THRO'I-rLE CONTROL CABLE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).
2. With engine off tum idle fuel adjusting
3hoke
needle In (clockwise) closing if finger
/ Cm'rol
tight and then turn out (countemlockCable
wise} 1 turn.
Screw
FINAL SE'r-rlNG TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
1. Start engine and allow to warm for five
The choke control has been preset at the
minutes. Make final adjustments with
factory and adjustment should not be
engine running and shiWmotion
necessary, check adjustment as decontrol lever in neutral (N) position.
scribed below before loosening cable. If
NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
and cannot be adjusted.
follows:
2. Idle soeed settina - With throttle
1. With engine not running, move choke
control lever in slow position, engine
cantrol (located on dash panel} to full
should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine
choke position.
idles too slow or fast, tam idle speed
2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and
adjusting screw in or out until correct
cartridge plate to expose carburetor
idle is attained.
choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the
3. Idle fuel needle settine - With throttle
Maintenance section of this manual}.
control lever in slow position, turn idle
3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,
fuel adjusting needle In (clockwise)
loosen casing clamp screw and move
until engine speed decreases and
choke cable until choke is completely
then tam out (countemlockwise)
closed. Tighten casing clamp screw
approximately 3/4 tam to obtain the
securely.
best low speed performance.
4. Reassemble air cleaner.
4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if
necessary.
Full Choke
ACCELERATION TEST 5. Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position, If engine hesitates or
dies, tum idle fuel adjusting needle
out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.
Repeat test and continue to adjust, if
necessary, until engine accelerates
smoothly.
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
High
speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
The carburetor has been present at the
not adjust-damage may result.
factory and adjustment should not be
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
necessary. However, minor adjustment
engine governor, which is factory set for
may be required to compensate for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
differences in fuel, temperature, altitude
engine above the factory high speed
or load. If the carburetor does need
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
adjustment, proceed as follows:
engine-govemed high speed needs
In general, turning the adjusting needles
adjusting, cordacta Sears or other qualified
In (clockwise) decreases the supply of
service center, which has proper equipfuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air
ment and expedanca to make any
mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out
necessary adjustments.
(counterclockwise) increases the supply
of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/
air mixture.
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Idle Fuel Adjusting
Needle
Idle Speed
Adjusting
Screw
Immediately prepare your tractor for
storage at the end of the season or if the
tractor will not be used for 30 days or
more.
ACAUTION:
Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. When mower is to be stored for
a period of time, clean it thoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store
in a clean, dry area.
1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this
manual).
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in
the Service and Adjustments section
of this manual).
3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
5. Touch up aUrusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATI'ERY
• Fully charge the battery for storage.
• After a period of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see
"ro CLEAN BA'R'ERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of
this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they
cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or clamp surfaces.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposites from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor,fuel
hose, or tank dudng storage.
Also, expedance indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of and engine
while in storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never usa engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits dudng storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
1. Remove spark plug(s).
2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark
plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
3. Turn ignition key to "START" position
for a few seconds to distributeoil.
4. Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection fmm dust
and dirt.
• Cover your tractor with a suitable
protective cover that does not retain
moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your
tractorto rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART
CORRECTION
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Will not start
1. Out of fuel.
2. Engine not "CHOKED"
properly,
3. Engine flooded.
Herd to start
1. Dirty air filter,
2. Bad spark plug.
3. Weak or dead battery.
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. See"TO START ENGINE"
in Operation section.
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. Dirty fuel filter.
6. Replace fuel filter.
7. Drain fuel tank and
7 Water in fuel.
carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.
8. Check all widng.
8. Loose or damaged widng.
9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.
1O.Contact a Sears or other
10.Engine valves out of
adjustment.
qualified service center.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Englnewilinot
turn over
1. Clean/replace air filter.
2. Replace spark plug.
3. Recharge or replace
battery.
4. Replace fuel filter.
Dirty fuel filter.
5. Drain fuel tank and refill
Stale or dirtyfuel.
with fresh gasoline.
Loose or damaged wiring.
6. Check all wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.
8. Contact a Sears or other
Enginevalves outof
adjustment.
qualified service center..
1. Clutch/brake pedal not
depressed.
2. Attachment clutch is
engaged.
3. Weak or dead battery.
9. Faulty operator presence
swithch(es).
1. Depress clutch/brake
pedal.
2. Disengage attachment
clutch.
3. Recharge or replace
battery.
4. Replace fuse.
5. Clean battery terminals.
6. Check all widng.
7. Check/replace ignition
switch.
8. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
9. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Blown fuse.
Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged widng.
Faulty ignition switch.
8. Faulty solenoid or starter.
Engine clicks but
will not start
Weak or dead battery.
Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged widng.
Faulty solenoid or starter.
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Recharge or replace batter
Clean battery terminals.
Check all widng.
Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Lossofpowar
CHART
CAUSE
CORRECTION
1. C_ingtoo
mu_ gms_oo
fast.
2. Throttle in "CHOKE"
position.
3. Build-up of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
4. Dirty air filter.
5. Low oil level/dirty oil.
6. Faulty spark plug.
7. Dirtyfuel fiifer.
8. Stale or dirty fuel.
9. Water in fuel.
10.Spark plug wire loose,
11.Dirty engine air screen/fins.
12. Dirty/clogged muffler.
13.Loose or damaged wiring.
14.Carburetor out of
adjustment.
15.Engine valves out of
adjustment.
Excessive
vibr_ion
1. Wom, bent or loose blade.
2. Bent blade mandrel.
3. Loose/damaged part(s).
1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/
reduce speed.
2. Adjust throttle control.
3. Clean underside of mower
housing.
4. Clean/replace air filter.
5. Check oil !evel/change oil.
6. Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
7. Replace fuel filter.
8. Drain fuel tank and refill wltl
fresh gasoline.
9. Drain fuel tank and carbure.
tar, refilltank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel
filter.
10.Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
11 .Clean engine air ecreenifin,,
12. Clean/replace muffler.
13.Check all wiring.
14.Sea "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.
15.Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
1. Replace blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
2. Replace blade mandrel.
3. Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.
Engine continues
to run
when operator
leaves seat
with attachment
clutch engaged
1. Faulty operator-safety
presence control system.
1. Check wiring, switches ant
connections. If not
corrected, contact a
Sears or other qualified
service
center.
Poorcut-uneven
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
2. Level mower deck.
3. Clean underside of mower
housing.
4. Replace blade mandrel.
5. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.
2. Mower deck not level.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.
4. Bent blade mandrel.
5. Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Mower
blades
will 1. Obstruction
inclutch
notrotate
mechanism.
2. Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.
3. Frozen idler pulley.
4. Frozen blade mandrel.
Poor grass
discharge
Headlight(a) not
working
(if so equipped)
3. Replace idler pulley.
4. Replace blade mandrel.
1. Place throttle control in
"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.
15. 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. Clean underside of mower
7. Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
housing.
8. Mower drive belt worn.
8. Replace mower drive belt.
9. Blades impropedy installed. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edg(
down.
10.Improper blades used.
10.Replace with blades listed
in this manual.
11.Clean around mandrels to
11 .Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of grass,
open vent holes.
leaves, and trash around
mandrels.
1. Switch is"OFF".
2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned
out.
3. Faulty light switch.
4. Loose or damaged wiring.
1. Bad battery cell(s),
2. Poor cable connections.
3. Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).
4. Faulty alternator.
Engine"backfires"
whenturnlng
angine"OFF"
2. Replace mower drive belt,
1. Engine speed too slow.
5. Blown fuse.
Battery wlll not
charge
CORRECTION
1. Remove
obstruction.
1. Turn switch =ON".
2. Replace bulb(s) or
lamp(s).
3. Check/replace light switch.
4. Check wiring and
connections.
5. Replace fuse.
t. Replace battery.
2. Check]clean all
connections.
3. Replace regulator.
4. Replace alternator.
1. Engine throttle control not
set at "SLOW" position
for 30 seconds before
stopping engine,
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1. Move throttle control to
"SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds befor
stopping engine.
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CONNECTIONS
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'/_1RINQ INSULATED CUPS
NOTE: IF WIRINQ INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
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ELECTRICAL
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
KEY
NO.
PART
NO,
DESCRIPTION
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8
10
11
12
15
21
24
25
26
27
28
29
3O
33
4O
45
46
5O
55
79
81
9O
91
82
93
163465
74760412
7603,1
145211
150109
145769
153664
175449
8860R
146148
175158
73510400
145491
160784
175442
175447
178451
175548
175549
178461
17490508
175448
109748X
176717
176730
176733
176732
Battery
BoB, Hex 1/4.20 x _4
Tray, Battery
Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2
Holddewn Batte W Front Mount
Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4
Switch Interlock Push-In
Harness, Ught
Cable, Battery
Cable, Battery
Fu_e
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC
Cable, Ground
Switch, Seat
Switch, Ignition
Key, Molded, Craftsman
Harness, Ignition
Ammeter 15Amp
Hourmeter Snap-In
Switch Pto 3 Pdt Red Delta
Screw Tndml 5/16-16 x 1/2
Lamp Assembly
Relay ASm
Clamp Bacl< Amp Gauge
Washer Lock Amp Gauge
Nut
_arnp Hourmetm
NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S, inches
1 Inch = 25.4 mm
35
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
42
29
21S
212
168
36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
KEY
NO,
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
9
10
11
13
14
17
18
20
23
25
26
28
29
30
31
37
38
42
43
58
60
64
74
114
115
142
143
144
145
154
155
156
157
158
15_
166
206
207
209
211
212
215
174619
178554
17060612
172542X418
ST[To33710
174996
179174X010
17_
174989
126938X
156437
124(Y28X
19131312
$3_541437
174945X418
174944X418
175892X615
139976
17490508
175710
172545)(599
172544X599
174993
STD533707
174997
STD541437
158112
17060620
175702
154968
175582
158524
174679
174680
163805
163806
162037
155123X418
164863
170168
17670508
1_12
145212
174988
172543X818
Chassis
Drawhar
Screw, 3/8-18 x 3/4
Dash
BOR,Cardage 3/8-18 x 1
Panel, Dash, LH
Panel, Dash, RH
Screw Thdm[ 3/8-18 x 1/2
HOOdAssembly
Bumper Hood
Plale Battery S]_¢T
Bushing Snap
Washer 13/32 x 13/18 x 12 Gauge
Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC
Gd_le,MS-558
Lens, Gdfle
Fende r/_,=oot
rest
Bracket, Fender/Support
Screw, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT
Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear
Lens LH
Lens RH
Duct Hood
Bo_t Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4
Dash Lower Srl'T
Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC
Keeper Bert Rear Lh STL
Scew 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Plate Relnforcemerd STLT
Bracket Swa,ybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest STLT
Rod Pivot ChasslsJHood
Bracket Dash Rh
Bracket Dash Lh
Striker Plate
Magrmt YrGT
Parking Brake Bkrt
Cupholder Stl BIk
HWHDH:-Lo. #13-16 x 3/4
BoltShoulder 8/16-18
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
Nut Hexllange Lock
Bracket Pivot Hood LTX
Bumper
NO'IE: All component dimensions given In U.S. Inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
37
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
GROUND DRIVE
57
38
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
GROUND DRIVE
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
2
3
4
5
6
8
g
10
11
13
146682
123666X
12000028
121520X
17060512
165866
174367
STC561210
105701X
74550412
14
t6
17
18
10040400
ST]_5414Ol
10040700
STD523710
19
2O
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
3O
34
35
36
37
38
39
4O
41
42
STD541437"
173937
106933X
130804
178269
STD541237
1_o888X
STC5515O7
S_:)561210
175798
175799X505
169592
ST[_2OlO7
175578
120183X
$3_551062
S'1D571810
165936
74760648
175461
175556
19131312
47
127783
48
49
5O
51
52
53
55
56
57
59
61
154407
123205X
STD52O715
$1_541437
STD5414Ol
105710X
10570_X
1706_i16
130801
169691
17060612
DESCRIPTION
Trarksaxle (See Breakdown)
Peehess25o-54oC
Spring, Retain, Brake
pulley, Transaxle
Ring, Retainer
Sft_o, Torque
Screw 5/16-18x3/4
Red Shifter Fender STLT
Clutch Elect EVX
Pin, Cotter
Washer, Shift Plate
Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch
Gr. 8
Washer Loak Hvy He]lcai
Nut Lock Hx Wllns 5/16-18unc
Washer Lock 7/16
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1
Gr5
Nut
Bolt Hex 7/1 6-20 x 4
Knob
Red, Srake
BraCket Asm Anti*Rotate EVX
Nut
Spitng, Brake Red
Washer
Pin
Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, parking Brake
Sracket, Transaxle
Solt
Shaft/_sembly, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer
RolIPIn
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16 x 3
Spacer, Split .395 x .59
Keeper, Belt, Idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12
Ga_
Pulley, Idler, V-Groovn,
Plastic
Bellcrank Clutch Grad Dry Stl
Retainer, Bait
Bolt
Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC
Link, Clutch
Spdng, Clutch Return
Screw 3/6-16 x 1
V-Bait, Ground Drive
Keeper, Belt, Center Span
Screw 3/3-16 x 3/4
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
62
63
65
66
123533X
175417
126167X
154?78
DESCRIPTION
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Clutch
Washer
Keeper, Belt, Engine, FoolProof
74
137057
Spacer, Axte
75
121749X
WaSher 25/32x 1-1/4x16
Ga.
76
STD581075
E-Ring
77
123583X
Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/
.1865
78
12174OX
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16
Ga
79
STD580(_5
Key Woodnlff
80
145090
Arm, ShWi
81
165592
Sheft Asm Cross Tapered 650
20
8_
165711
Spdng,Torsion
83
19171216
Washer 17132 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
84
166231
Unk TraJlsaxle
65
150360
Nut, N/lock
89
15O391X418
Console, Shilt, STLT
90
124O46X
Nut. SaifoThding, Wsh Hd 1/4
86
$3D624O03
Retainer Spdng 1"
112
19091210
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
113
127285X
Strap Torque 90 Degrees
116
72140608
Bo9 RDHD 5/6-16 x 1
120
73900600
NUt Lock 3,/8-16
145
74490540
Bo!t, Hex Flghd 5/16-16 Gr. 5
150
175456
Spacer Retalner
151
19133210
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga_
156
166002
Washer Srfted 5/161D x 1.125
158
165589
Bracket Shift Mount
159
165494
Hub Tapered Flange Shitt U
161
72140406
Bett Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 5/4
Gr.5
102
73680400
Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc
163
74780416
Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr
5
164
19091010
Washer 5!8 x .281 x 10 Ga
165
165623
Bracket Pivot Lever
166
166880
Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
168
165492
Bo6 Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
169
165580
Plale Fastening Lt
170
1_
Keeper Belt Transaxte Gear
197
169613
Nyllner Snap-In
198
169593
Washer Nyliner
202
72110612
Bett Carr. SH 3/6-16 x 1°1/2
Gr. 5
204
17060512
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 SMGML
212
145212
NUt Hex Flange Lock
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inch_
1 Inch = 25.4 rnm
39
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
STEERINGASSEMBLY
4O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
STEERINGASSEMBLY
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
6
10
11
12
13
15
17
29
3_
33
34
36
36
37
38
40
41
42
43
46
65
67
68
71
72
82
87
88
91
PART
NO.
175139X418
172393
169840
169839
6261_H
121748X
12000029
175121
10040600
73940800
136516
145212
177883
17060612
170162
19111216
$1_551131
73540500
155105
152927
175140X416
_1537
159945
174530X416
121749X
121232X
160367
72140618
169827
175146
19182411
169835
173966
175118
175553
DESCRIPTION
Steering Wheel
Axle Assembly Cast Iron
Spind/e Assembly, LH.
Spindle Assembly, R.H.
Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
Ring, Klip
Dr_k
Washar Lock 3/8
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf
Spacer Brg Axle Front
Nut Hexflange Lock
Shaft Assembly, Steering
Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4
Rod, T_e
Washer 11/22 x 3/4 x 16 Ga/
Washer Lock Hvy Spr. 5/16
Locknut 5/16-24 Unt
Bushing, Steering
Screw
Ir_sed, Steering Wheel
Gdpco Nut
Adaptor, Steedng Wheel
Boot, Steedng Shaft
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Cap, Spindle
Spacer Brace Axle
Bolt Rdnd Sq 3_B-16 UNC x 2-1/4
Axle, Brace
Steering Asm.
Washer 9/16 Id x 1-1/20d 11 G Zln
Bracket Susp Chassis Front
Washer Flat .781 x 1 1/2x .14
Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20
Cl_pSteedng
NO'rE: All component dtrnensiol_sgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mrn
41
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
ENGINE
25
17
16
1
32
2i39
OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT
Spark Arrester
,34
I
42
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
ENGINE
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
175439X505
.......
4
5
6
8
10
13
14
16
17
23
25
26
29
31
32
33
34
37
38
39
45
61
101
102
111
149723
146699
146700
171877
146629
24-O41-02
148456
11050600
17490624
169837
175441X505
73920600
137160
157103
161696
123487X
106082X
8543R
148315
10_227X
170_12
73510400
M73030800
164863
10010500
DESCRIPTION
ControI, Thml6e
Engine, (See Bre_ctown) Kohler Model
Number CV624-65578
Muffler
Pipe Exhaust LH
Pipe E_aust RH
Bolt 5/16-16 UNC x 3/4w/Seres
Shield, Heat Muffler
Muffler Gasket (See Engine Breakdown)
Tube Drain Oil E_wy
Washer, Lock, ExtemaJ Tooth 3/8
Screw Thdml 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Shield, Browning / Debds Guard
Cheke Conbol
Nut, Keps 3/6-24 UNF
Kit, Spark Arrestor
TankFLml
Cap Asm Fuel
Clamp,Hose
Pad, Spacer
Line, Fuel
Plug Drain Oil Easy
Pad, Idler
Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/6-16 x 3/4
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC
Nut Flange M8-1.25
Screw Hwhd H.-Lo #13016 x 3/4
Washer Split
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
43
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,272232
SEAT ASSEMBLY
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
175134
140551
71110616
19131610
145006
s'rD541437
124181X
17000616
19131614
174894
177957
121246X
121248X
11
12
13
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
Seat
Bracket, Pivot, Seat
Bolt
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge
Clip, push-In Hinged
Nut
Spring, Seat
Screw 3_-16 x 1-1/2
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge
pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn.
14
15
16
17
18
21
22
24
72050412
121249X
123740X
123976X
124238X
171852
STD541431
19171912
25
127018X
Knob Seat
Bracket, Switch Mounttng
Brushing,Snap
NOTE: All ccrnpo_ent dimensions given _n U,S. tnches
1 inch = 25.4 turn
44
DESCRIPTION
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
Spacer, Split
Spring
Locknt_. Flange 1/4 C-rsde 5
Cap Spring Seat
Bolt, Shoulder 5/10-18 UNC
Nul
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12
Gauge
Bolt, Sho_der 5/16-18 x .62
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
DECALS
1
15
13
18
18
7
lO
\
12
8
24_
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
177888
177249
177909
177910
156368
133644
177967
177916
9
177917
10
11
12
13
14
156439
178482
146046
177890
175291
KEY
NO.
DESCRIPTION
DecaJ, HooWSeat Name Pie.
Decal, Replacement Fads
Decal, Hood, R.H.
Decal, Hood, LH.
Decal, Fender STLT Opr Inef
Decal, Custorner Maintenance
Decal, Dash Phi
DecaJ, ENCN KP 20 Seam LTX
FH
Decal, ENCN KP 20 Sears LTX
LH
Decal, Fender Danger
Decal, Deck Hea W Duty
Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic
Decal, Strg Wheel
Decal, V-Belt Schematic
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
2_
24
25
------
KEY
NO.
WHEELS &TIRES
5,8
4,10
PART
NO.
177889
138047
164757
177913
177918
149516
174969
174970
177914
177915
138311
174998X418
174999)<418
179180
179181
PART
NO.
1
2
3
4
S_192
65139
177750
59904
5
6
106732X417
2781-1
7
904GH
8
9
10
1Q6108X417
177751
7152J
1
DESCRIPTION
DecalReplc
Decef, Battery Diehard
Decal, Hp Engine
Decal, Panel Side
Decal, Blower Houalng
Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
Reflector
Reflector
Deca[, Engine
Decef, Engine
Decal, Lift Handle
Pad Foolrest LH STLT
Pad Footrest RH STLT
Owner's Manuef, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish
DESCRIPTION
Valve Cap, ]3re
Stem, Valve
Tire, Front
Tuhe,FrontTire
(Not Provided, Service Item
Only)
Rim, Front
Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel
Only)
Bealtng, Flange (Front Wheel
On_
Rim, Rear
Tim, Rear
Tube, RearTim
{Not Provided, Service Item
11
104757X417
Cap, Axle
-144334
Sealant, Tire 10 oz.
NOTE: AJlcomponent dimensions given In U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
45
TRACTOR
-- MODEL
NUMBER
917.272232
LIFTASSEMBLY
46
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
LIFTASSEMBLY
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
11
12
13
15
16
17
18
20
31
3_
36
37
38
40
41
49
51
52
53
54
176263
159479
178981
12000002
1_11621
120183X
175830
175370
175371
49(0M
175562
73350800
175689
738008(0
163552
176205
175994
155097
193935X
17060516
19112410
195099
145212
19171416
175802
175378
175560
Plunger Assembly
Shalt Assembly, Lift
Pin, Groove
E.RJng
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 91G_Jge
Beadng, Nylon
Gdp, Handle, Fluted
Link, Lift, L.H.
Link, Lilt, R.H.
Retainer Spring
Link, Front
Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC
Trunni_
Nut Lock wiwsh 1/2-13 UNC
Retainer Spdng
Beadng, Fvt, Lift Spherical
Nut, Lilt Unk 7/19-20
P_4nter Height Indicator
Phx3 Hole
Screw 5/19-_8 x 1
Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga
Indicator Height Sht
Nut Hex/Large LOCk
Washer
Suspension AJ'mRH
Suspension Arm LH
Pin Flange
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
47
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
MOWERDECK
46
49
i
I
33
47
48
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
MOWERDECK
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
3
5
6
174348
178944
4_9M
130832
8
11
13
14
15
16
17
174365
173920
174360
174358
110485X
174493
72110610
18
19
20
21
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
3_
33
36
37
39
42
43
45
46
47
48
49
50
72140505
132827
174378
73680500
105304X
178102
110452X
174346X428
19111016
131491
157722
129963
177865
178342
19131316
173437
174375
165723
174373
174343
137729
174369
174368
73630600
72110612
52
54
175820
74780616
DESCRIPTION
KEY
NO.
DeckWeldrnent Mower 48
Bracket Asm., Sway Bar
Retainer Spflng
Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway
Bar)
Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade
Blade
Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing
AsmGreasable, Mandrel
Beadn9, Ball, Mandrel
Stdpper Mandrel Deck
Bo8 RDHD Sq Neck 3/816xl.25
Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-13
Baffle, Vortex Mower
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-16 UNC
Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion
Nut, Push
Deltector Shield
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga_
Rod,Hinge
Screw, Thdroll Washer Head
Washer, Spacer Mower Vented
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16
Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 16 Ga.
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Putley, Idler, Driven
Spacer, Retainer
Arm, Idler Secondary
Cover, Mandrel Deck
Screw, Thdroll. t/4-20 x 5/8
V-Belt, Mower, Secondaly
V-Belt, Mower, Prima W
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16UNC
Bolt, Can. 3/8-18 x 1-1/2
Gr. 5
Pulley Idler Flat
Bott Fin Hex 3/3-16 x 1
55
56
57
72
90
91
92
Unc
93
94
95
97
98
9_
100
2
107
106
109
110
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
121
122
128
130
1:_
180
---
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
72140608
155986X431
156941
19131312
74760516
175996
73800600
Bolt 3/8-16 x 1
Bar Pnt Adj.
Pin Head Rivet
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12
Bolt Hex 5/16-t8 x 1
Blacker Asm. Noser olter LH
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16
19171416
176066
175384
133943
174370
175080
72110616
Washer 17/32 x 7/8
Noeero_er
Bracket Asm Noseroller RH
Washer Hardened
Spring PdmaryDdve
Pulley Idler'V"
Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x
175294
72110404
73680400
175016
174387
72110508
174384
174609
137644
174873
73930600
19121414
174371
174606
174372
17060616
17060612
73800500
175312
Baffle Vac Edge Mower
Bolt Car_.
Nut Crownlock 1/4-20
Arm Spring Secondary
Unk Tension Rolief Lever
Bolt Cart. 5/16-18 x 1
Tension Asm. Relief Lever
Arm Spd ng Tension Relief
Bolt, Shoulder
GaugeWheol
Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Spdng SecondaryDdve
Bushing PIvotTension Relief
Arm, Idler, pfirnary Deck
Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0
Screw Thdrol 3/3-16 x 3/4
Nut Lock Hex W/Lns 5/16-18
Deck Complete (Order
noeerolter separately)
MandrelAsm. Service
(Includes Key Nos. 13-15)
174356
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
49
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER206-545C
5O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272232
PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
772147
780086A
770128
776395
776409
778364
Transaxle Cover
Needle Beahng 5/8"
Transaxle Case
Countersh_t
Outp_ Shaft
Spur Gear (38 teeth)
6A
7
8
8A
9
10
11
12
13
778369
778330
792180
792047
784352
784378
778334
778309
778368
14
778368
15
17
18
20
21
22
25
25A
26
27
28
29
29A
29B
29C
30
31
778370
786188
786102
792077A
792078
792079
792073A
792177
792125
792035
788040
780072
780160
780051
780199
780108
780001
31A
3_
34
35
35A
36
37
38
3_
40
780195
788083
780194
780193
780197
790075
790007
799021
786028
792076A
Spur
Spur Gear
Gear 115
11 teeth
teeth I
Shift Key
Woodruff Key #9
Shilt Collar
Shift Rod & Fork
Bevel Gear (30 teeth)
Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)
Bevel Gear (13 teeth)
(Include. 14)
Beval Pinten (13 teeth)
(Include. 13)
Ring Gear (43 teeth)
Drive Pin
Spacer 1.130 X ,695
Ball 5/16" die
Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8"
Spring .310 OD x .625 L
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"
Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8"
Retaining Ring (pkg of2)
Retaining Ring
Retaining Ring
Thrust Washer .627 ID x.031W
Thruet Washer .762 ID x.031W
Thrust Washer .762 ID x.031W
AofI-Rofation Washer .632
Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W
Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W
(Use As Needed)
Flat Washer .750 ID x ,062W
Oil Seal 5/8"
Bushing .563
Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID
Flanged Bushing .751
Brake Disk
Brake Pad Plate
Brake Pad (pkg of 2)
DowelPin
Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
41A
42
42A
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
56
790079
792073A
792085A
792075
790G25
786066
786086
774690
774691
778356
778338
778354
778352
778350
778346
778355
Brake Lever
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"
Le,cknof 5 / 18 - 24
Brake pad Holder
Spacer .2625 x 1.0
Brake Lever Bracket
Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)
Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)
Spur Gear (29 teeth)
Spur Gear (27 teeth)
Spur Gear (23 teeth)
Spur Gear (19 teeth)
Spur Gear (16 teeth)
Spur Gear (15 teeth
Spur Gear (11 tee h
57
58
59
60
61
65
66
67
69
70
71
71B
76
77
79
82
778337
778353
778351
778349
778345
780189
776422
776396
792170
786187
788069
7880_2
780090
788078A
792144
778333
83
85
87
150
157
180
900
778338
792154
788(_9A
788093A
788088A
730229A
794712
Spur Gea,r
Gear 113
teeth I
Spur
17 teeth
Spur Gear (21 teeth)
Spur Gear (24 teeth)
Spur Gear (25 teeth)
Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W
Inpu_ Shaft
Shifter & Brake Shaft
Retal_ng Ring
Spacer .890
Square Cut Ring
"O" Ring
Flat Washer 1.128 ID x .058w
Inverted Retaining Rtng
Sphng,4300Dx,5000L
Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13
teeth)
Spur Gear (27 teeth)
Oil Fill Plug
Oil Seal 9 / 16Liquid Gacket RTV Silicone
Oil Seal 3/4"
Gear Oil 80W90
Replacement MST - 20_545C
TransaxLe
NOTE: A]I con_pormnt dimensions given In U.B, Inches
1 inch = 25,4 rnm
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER65578
HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER
CRANKCASE
KEY PART
NO. NO.
KEY
NO.
1
24-033-01-S
2
3
4
5
24-041-23-S
24-096-59-S
25-139-60-S
M-645020
6
7
25-351-01-S
24-755-66_S
8
9
10
24-411-05-S
24-041-08-S
24-318-12-S
11
12
13
25-186-01-S
24-599-01-S
M-640034-S
14
12-O86-16-S
15
24-755-74-S
16
17
18
t9
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
24-153-16-S
24-086-32-S
24-445-01-S
24-016-01-S
24-016-02-S
24-017-01-S
24-O17-02-S
24-O32-05-S
235011-S
24-089-02-S
12-173-01-S
12-755-03-S
24-316-11-S
24-755-76-S
28
29
25-313-02-S
24-755-57-S
30
M-545016-S
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
24-445-02-S
24-126-44-S
24-112-12-S
24-294-06-S
24-326-13-S
24-326-14-S
25-237-14-S
20
DESCRIPTION
PART
NO,
DESCRIPTION
Kit, breather cover w/gask_
(Includes 2-4)
Gasket. breather
Cover. breather
Plug. alien hd. 1/8"
Screw. hex. flange
M6xtOx20
(4)
1
2
24-032-01-S
3
4
5
24-294-13-S
24-380-13-S
24-067-13-S
24-067-14-S
Lifter, valve (4)
Kit, valve train (Includes
8,11,12)
Rod, push (4)
Gasket, cylinder head 12)
Head assembly, #2 cylinder
6
24-874-17-S
Seal, oil front
Crankcase
(USE: Miniblock 24 782 24)
Fittin
Pin. o_owel locating(6)
Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)
Connecting Rod (.25) (2)
Piston w/Rlag Set (Std.) (2)
(Includes 7, 8)
7
24-874-18-S
24-874-19-S
24-874-14-S
24-108-11-S
Piston w/Ring Set .25) (2
Piston w/Ring Set (.50) (2)
Piston w/ring set (.08)
Ring Set (Std.) (2)
24-108-12-S
24-108-13-S
24-018-0t-S
12-422-09-S
12-422-13-S
Ring
Ring Set
Set .25
.50 / 2
2
Retainer, piston pin (4)
Shim, camshaft _A.R._
Shim, camshaft A.R.
12-422-07-S
12-422-08-S
12-422-10-S
Shim, camshaft I_
IA,R.
Shim, camshaft
.R.
Shim, camshaft
10
11
12
12-422-11-S
12-422-12-S
24-012-10-S
52-139-09-S
M-545010-S
13
14
15
16
17
18
24-018-04-S
24-402-O5-S
12-153-01-S
24-126-19-S
12-123-04-S
M-545016-S
19
20
12-153-02-S
24-038-O4-S
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
24-755-46-S
12-153-O3-S
24-018-09-S
M-931010-S
28-032-09-S
24-468-15-S
24-144-33-S
Shim, camshaft IA.R.I
Shim, camshaft A.R.
Camshaft
Plug, cup
Screw, hax. flange
M5x0.Sxl0 (2)
Retainer, reed (2)
Reed, breather (2)
O-Ring, lower o_1tilt tube
Bracket, oil fill tube
Tube, oil fib
Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.8x16
O-Ring, upper oil fill tube
Dipstick assembly (Includes
21, 22)
Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22)
O-Ring, dipstick
Retainer, ring
Washer, nylon (top)
Seal, governor cross shaft
Washer {bottom)
Shaft, governor cross
Arm,
4)
Pvet, rocker
rockerarrn
4
Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.Ox34 (4)
Screw, hex. flange
6
9
M1Oxl.Sx90
(8)
Kit, valve cover - plain
(Includes 16,17)
O-Ring
Screw, shoulder (4)
Strap, li_ng
Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)
Valve, exhaust (.25) (2)
Valve, intake (Std.) (2
Valve, intake (,25) (2)
Seal, valve stem (2)
Retainer, spring (4)
Spring, valve (4)
Cap, valve spring (4)
Kit, retainer (4)
Head assembly, #1 cylinder
Kit, valve cover - breather
(Incl. 16,17,28)
Grommet, rubber
Kit, breather separator
(Includes 26,30-33)
Screw, hex. flange
MSxO,6x16 (2)
Strap, breather
Bracket, breather separator
Spacer
Fitting
Hose, breather
Hose, breather
Clamp, hose (2)
NOTE:
All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578
IGNITIONIELEOTRICA LI
)'allumaae
ou Electrioue
i,
SLOWERHOUSINGAND BAFFLESt
Habitation de souffleur et D_caleFt I
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AIR INTAKE J
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER65578
IGNITION/CHARGING
KEY
NO,
PART
NO.
1
54-755-15-S
2
M-403025-S
3
4
5
25-086-47-S
6
7
24-157-03-6
12-086-14-S
8
9
10
11
12
12-466-03-S
X'42"15"6
24-02fl-04-S
25-403-03-S
X-25-92-S
13
24-086-18-S
14
15
236602-S
54-755-09-S
16
17
12-132-06-S
M-548025-S
18
19
20
21
22
235173-S
48-164-02-S
X-25-03-S
24-584-01-S
M-545020-S
BLOWER
DESCRIPTION
KEY
NO.
HOUSING
& BAFFLES
PAWr
NO.
1
24-027-20-S
X-25-92-S
Kit. grass screen
(Includes 2-4,and 24
113 18-S)
Screw, hex. cap
M4xO,7x25 _4
Washer, pain 5/16"
2
3
4
5
24-100-01-S
25-139-16-S
24-100-02-S
M-545020-S
24-112-04-S
IA_)
pacer, grass screen
6
M-545016-S
7
M-551016-S
8
M-645016-S
/.4
_ olt, shou der M6
XI.O X16 S(4)
Fan
Screw, hex. flange
M10x1.5x46
Washer, plain 3/8".
Key
Fty_neel
Rec_fier-regulator
Washer, plain 3/16"
(2)
Screw, phillips hd. 1116x7/8 (2)
Connector (3 contact)
Kit, 15 amp stator
(Includes 24 126 71-
9
24-146-16-S
10
24-146-20-S
11
24-063-20-S
12
13
24-063-14-S
24-063-58-S
14
15
24-063-23-S
M-545610-S
DESCRIPTION
Housing, blower
(Incl.2-4)
Nut plasflc (3)
Plug, button 9/16
Nut, plastic (2)
Screw, hex. flange
MSxO.8x20(4)
Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.gx16 (3)
Screw, hex. flange
M5x0.6x16
Screw, hex. flange
M6xl.0x16 6)
P ate, back ng - # 2
side
Plate, backing - # 1
sicie
Baffle, cylinder barrel# 2 side
Baffle,valley - #2 side
Baffle, cylinder barrel# 1 side
Baffle, valley - #1 side
Screw, hex. flange
M5xO6x10 (2)
s)
NOT ILLUSTRATED
-24-126-71-S
-X-22-11-S
-24-176-82-S
--
24-518-12-6
---
24-113-18-S
25-454-03-S
Spark Plug (2)
Screw, hex. cap
M5xg.8x25 (2)
Clip, calve
Clip, cable
Washer, plain 1/4"
Module, ignition (2)
Screw. hex. flange
M5xO.ex20 (4)
AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
KEY
NO,
Bracket, stetor wire
Washer, lock 1/4 °
Harness, wiring
Lead, black (rect.-reg.
5" - 12 gauge
insulated grip barrel
eyelets)
Decal, grass screen
33e. wire (3)
PART
NO.
1
2
24-164-06-S
M-651055-S
3
24-041-01-S
4
24-041-14-S
5
6
24-094-19-S
24-041-13-S
7
8
9
1O
11
24-109-10-S
24-063-02-S
47-083-03-S
24-032-03-S
24-096-01-6
12
13
14
12-100-01-S
24.O96-67-S
54-755-01-S
15
16
17
24-153-20-S
25-341-03-S
24-063-51-S
DESCRIPTION
Manifold, intake
Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x55 (4)
Gasket, intake
manifold (2)
Gasket, mr cleaner
base
Base, air cleaner
Gasket, fuel spifback
cup
Cup, fuel spifback
Precleaner, element
Element, air cleaner
Seal, inner air cleaner
Cover, inner aLr
cleaner
Wing Net
Cover, air cleaner
Wit, knob with seal
(Includes 15 & 16)
O-Ring
Knob, cover
Baffle, fuel spif-back
NO'RE: All componentdimensions given in U.S
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578
_TARTING 5YS'I'EM I
3dmsrrant Svlt_mel
ENGINE CONTROLS
Moteur
Contr61e
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OIL PAN! LUBRICATION I
De L'Hulle Fan Lubrlflcatlon
O!
56
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER65578
STARTING
KEY
NO.
OIL PAN/LUBRICATION
SYSTEM
PART
NO.
1
M-839080-S
2
25-098-08-S
3
4
5
M-84t080-S
25-435-04-S
25-755-33"5
6
7
25 141 05-S
25-221-01-S
DESCRIPTION
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
Screw, hex, flange
M8x1,25xS0 2_
Starter, so enold sh ft
assembly (includes 4-
1
24-199-07-S
2
M-645025-S
I_'ut,hex, flange
Kit, solenoid
Kit, pinion ddve
(Includes 6)
3
4
M-631005-S
24-393-08-S
5
24-123-05-S
F_tngbrus
h
6
7
24-162-26-S
24-043-12-S
12-380-01-S
ENGINE
KEY
NO.
CONTROLS
PART
NO.
1
24-211-03-S
2
3
24-090"33-S
M-641060"S
4
5
24-089-01 -S
25-158-08-S
6
7
24-079-04-S
25-158-11-S
8
M-545016-S
9
10
11
12
M-547050-S
24-089-O3-S
24-126-56-S
M-645016-S
13
14
12-237-01-S
24°086-43-5
15
16
17
24-090-07-S
X-20-1-S
M-541050-S
18
24-468_O1-S
19
20
21
22
24-089"45-S
M-446030-S
24-090-13-S
M-545020-S
23
24
25
24-089-51-S
24-090-05-S
41-468-03-S
26
M-403025-S
27
24-079-05-S
DESCRIPTION
Bolt, round head
square neck
Lever, governor
Nut, hex. flange
M6xl.0
Sprin.g, linkage.
Bushing, linkage
retaining
Linkage, throttle
Bushing, throttle
linkage
Screw, hex. flange
M5xO.8x16
1)
Nut, hex. ock M5x0.8
Spring, choke return
Bracket, control
Screw, hex. flange
M6x1.0x16
4)
Clamp, cabe 2
Screw, thread formk_g
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
52-448-02-S
12-144-02-S
24-153-08-S
25-139-62-S
24-136-01-S
52-050-02-S
52-032-08-S
24-086-17-S
17
24-086-16-S
18
25-139-57-S
DESCRIPTION
Pan, oil assembly
_ncludes 2-10)
crew, hex. flange
M6x1.0x25 (2)
Washer, plaLn 6 mm
(_!1 pump assembly
(Includes 5)
Tube, oil pickup
Screen, oil
Kit, governor gear w/
Indudes 8)
Pin, governor
re ulatin
,ock,%g
Shaft, governor gear
O-Rin g
Plug, 6ex. ctsk. 3/8"
Nipple, oil filter
Filter, oil
Boai, oil (PTO end)
Screw, hex. flange
MSx1.25x45
Screw, hex. flange
M8xl.25x45
(9)
Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8'
N.F_T.F.
NOTE:
All component dimensions g_ven in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
(2)
Lever, _rotlle
actuator
Washer, lock 1/4"
Nut, hex. flange
M5x0.8
Washer, plain 5.5 mm
(3)
Spring, governor
NUT, hex. M4xO.7
Lever, throttle convol
Screw, hex. flange
M5xO.8x20
Spdng, throt_e ,miter
Lever, choke
Washer, spring 1/4"
Screw, he.x. cap
M4x0.7x25
Linkage, choke
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578
Vilebrequin
:RANKSHAFT
EXHAUST
EchaDDement
I
_j2
2-_
:UEL
SYSTEM
--i
I
Fuel Svsti)me I
/
1
14
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KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER65578
FUEL SYSTEM
CRANKSHAFT
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
24-014-42-S
2
52-139-g9-s
KEY
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Crankshaft
2
Pug, cup
(Inbludes
PART
NO.
1
24-853-25-S
2
3
24-041-15-S
24-053-25
4
24-041-14-S
5
6
M-629gg5-s
M-641060-S
7
8
9
10
47o154-01-S
24-353-03-S
25-237-14-S
24-O86-12-S
EXHAUST
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
24-041-02-S
2
25-072-04-S
NOT ILLUSTRATED
-PA-65578
-24-522-221
-24-782-24
-24-755-107-S
DESCRIPTION
Gasket, exhaust (2)
Stud, MSx1,25x33 (4)
Replacement
Short Block
Miblblock
Gasket Set
Engine
11
24-393-16-S
12
24-100-01-S
13
15-353-04-S
14
24-050-02-S
NOT ILLUSTRATED
-24-757-18-S
--
24-757-19-S
---
24-757-2_S
24-757-22-S
DESCRIPTION
Wrt,carburetor w/
askets
_nbludes 2-4)
G_sket, carburetor
Carburetor assembly
(For informationonly
not
available separateiy)
Service with kits 24_57-18-S, 24-757-19S, 24-757-20-S. 24757-22-S)
Gasket, air cleaner
base
Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)
Nut, bux. flange
M6xl.0 2)
C p, cabe
Line, fuel 10-5/8° (2)
Clamp, hose (6)
Screw, hex. cap.
M6x1.7x18 (2)
Pump, fuel - pulse
Nut, plastic (2)
Line, fuel 11o1/2"
Filter, fuel
K'_, overhaul w/
askets
,_it, c_oke repairw/
askets
_k, gasket
Kit, solenoid replacement w/gaskets
NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.
inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm
59
60
61
62
SUGGESTED
GUIDE
FOR SIGHTING
SLOPES
FOR SAFE
OPERATION
ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL
o_
¢o
I
AJk
greater than 15 !, never across the face. Make turns gredually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
[__ cautio/N
_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not
n when changing direction on slopes.
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