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® MODEL NUMBER 917=256522 t OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts CAUTION: , Read and follow FOR CONSUMER IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIIIII all safety ASSISTANCE rules and instructions before operating HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: this equipment. 1-800-659-5917 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH. i, . ° ° ° ° ° • • ° • o • ° • ° il. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin the manual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing, Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers. Do not mew in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing., Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone, Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. Slow down before tuming_ Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting_ Tum off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.. Mow only in daylight or good artificial lighL Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Use extra care when loading or' unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. i11, CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children_ Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children wilt remain where you last saw them. ° Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible aduIL ° Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. ° Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children_ • Never carry children. They may fail 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 handlinggasoline andother 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 if you strike an obiect, Repair, if necessary, before restarting° Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher componentsare 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 bEade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required. = ° SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major-factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death_ All slopes require extra caution, If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: . Mow up and down slopes, not across. . Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. = Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine_ Taft grass can hide obstacles. ,, Use slow speed, Choose a low gear so that you wilt not have to stop or shift while on the slope° • Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability., ° Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.. . Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope° If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Donot turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible, ° Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in, ° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. ° Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot onthe ground • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. ° ° • ° • • • portant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!H BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR Look for this symbol to point out imSAFETY IS INVOLVED. _ •- tl ill .............. it , : CAUTION: Aiways'"d'isconnect spark plug ' ' spark PlUg in order to prevent accidental wire and place wire where it cannot contact starting when settlng up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. & WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains cfiemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, reproductive harm. .......................... ,, ,,,,, birth defects, or other /' _ ':", _:-'_"'_"_;'_ ','* ,7:'" ;'_; ""_'7- ' > _ '_:_"," cO GI AT LAT ' . _ P , .... g IONS on your urch'_.se of a; Seai's Tractor, ;it has been designed, engineered and manufactured ;to gi;_e _,ou the best possible dependability and performance. : ,. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authodzed ,Service Center/Department,, We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair thi s tractor, =lease read and retain this manual, The instructions will "enable you to as,_emble and maintain your tractor properly. _ ,Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". HORSEPOWER: 15,5 . GAS(_LJNE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 1o25 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SFISG): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 30 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: ,030"), CHAMPION RJ19LM STD361458 : VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: , :_ ': ..... .iEXHAUST; ,005" ._°007" .009 I'.,o011" _GROONDsP'EED '(MPHii ;;_._:FORW,_t_I_: ,I 1J 3rd 4th '. 5th 6th REVERSE: .... .' ON A ,PLATE YOLIISI_OIJLD UNDER THE SEAT, REcoRD BQT. . ; ; " SERIAL NUMBER A,ND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE PLACE FORFUTURE REFERENCE, . i MAINTENANCE . . AGREEMENT 1o4 2.3 3.5 4.5 5.7 1,[1 TIRE PRESSURE: ,, FRONT: REAR: CHARGING SYSTEM: , '' ' _" 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY: AMP/HR: MIN CCA: A Sears Maintenance Agreement isavailable on this prod; LlCt. )ntact your nearest Sears sterefor details. ' , .... , .: , ...,, 14 PSI I0 PSI 25 190 CASE SIZE: UIR (if =. Follow the mstruct=ons under "Customer Respons_b_lt,_ ii . ' ! ties and, Storage sections of this owner s manual. ' W_,RNING: This tractor iS equipped with an internal Combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's,exhaust system is equipped • be maintained :! _; in :_rking orde_: bythe operator, "._f in the ,state of california the ab'ove "is required by law "=, (Section 4442 of the Cal fornia Public Resources Code) .... . Otherstates may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on _;"; federal lands., A spark arrester for the muffler is available .. through you_: nearestSears Authorized Service Center/ .Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)o LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY oN CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or wori_nanship_ This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become wom during normal use, such as blades, spark plugsl air cleaners, belts, etc. • Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects,such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairsnecessary because of operatorabuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equlpmenta, ccordingto theinstructions contained in the owrier's manual, ' • Riding equipment used forcommercial or renta! purposes. .... LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY r ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any batter,i inctudedwith this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship arid our_testingdetermines the batte_;;wiHnot hold a charge, Sears will reptacethe battery at no chargeo IN-HOME WARRANTY' SERVICE ON YOUR .CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEARESTSERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO ".,'OURNEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAfLABLE AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.)THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES, Th!s Warranty gives you specific lega! rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state, SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATESI IL 60!79 :_ ",_': _'_'_ _i¸ _ :. L : :_ '_!_ TABLE OF CONTENTS ,OPERATION .......................................................... 10-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-25 STORAGE ................................................................... 26 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 27-28 REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ................................ 30-47 REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-53 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................. BACK PAGE SAFETY,RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..................... :.......,...L..; 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 4 INDEX ............................ ;............................................... 4 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ................................ _......... 5 ASSEMBLY ............................................. .................. 7-9 INDEX ¢ O Oil:.; Cold Weather C0ndition_ ....... 13,1 Engine t7 Storage ............................................. 26 Operation ...... ,_._........................... 11-t4 Operating Mower ........................ _...... 13 ................................... -_," 30-47 ".." ................. .............. ......._.,:.,_......... i _.,, ....... -,Fue!_.,,.._.,,_ ............................. ,.... 19, ...... _.,..k.,_,.._^._,._., ,, , ,, Removal/Replacement,: ...... ;,. 22 Blade: Sharpening ................................... 16 Replacement ............................ L., 16 Brake Adjustment ..........................;......22 C Carburetor Adjustment ....................... 25 Controls, Tractor .................................. 11 Customer Responsibilities .............. 15-19 Engine: Air Filter ......................................... 18 Air Screen, Engine .......... :......... t8 Battery ..........................................17 Cooling Fins, Engine ............ L; !8 Engine Oil ........;....................... 17 :" Fuel Filter ................................ 19 ' Spark Plugs ............... _,_ ........ _.. 19 TractoP. • Blades ..,,._ ........................ ; 16 LubricationChad ................ _.... 15 M&intenance Schedule ....... _;_'.15 Tire Care ......................... 8,16,23 Cutting Height, Mower ....................... 12 Storage .......... _:........................... .'_ G * R;-,.^ Gauge Wheels ................... :................. 8 H Hood Removal/Installation ............... 24 L Leveling Mower Deck .......... ,.o..,.:_.;_,..21 LubricationChert ......................... _............15 M' Maintenance Schedule ........................ 15 Mower: Adjustment, Front-to-Back .......... 21 Adjustment, Side:to-Side ...........:.. 21 Blade ShaqDentng .;........ :,.:.,.. .... 16 Blade ReplacemenL .........o.,o"....... t6 Cutting Height .:._ ...........:";°':;i--; 12 installation; ...............:..;........ _. ......20 Operation :..................................... 13 Removal: ...... ......... ;...... :......_...._.,.20 Mowing Tips.::..: ........ ::o;.................. :. 14 Muffler ..,; ................. :......................... 19 Spark Arrester ........................ o. 3,40 Mulcher Plate ...................................... ; 9 ,, ;, _ ' Fuse _ 24 Hood Removal/!nstallation ......... 24 Motion Drive Belt Removal/Replacement ........... 22 Mower Blade Drive Belt Removal/Replacement .......... 22 Mower Adjustment: Front-to;Back ........................... 2! Side-to-Side ........................... 21 Mower Installation ....................... 20 Mower Removal ............... _.......... 20 Tire Care .............................. 8,t 6,23 Slope Guide Sheet ............. ;................ 55 Spark Plugs ...........•.................................t9 Specifications ,_;.......,...................................3 Sta_ing the Engine 13-14 Steet'ing Wheel 7,23 Stopping the Tractor ........................... 12 Storage ::,.:._-.;.............i ...................:...... 26 T Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..:,..24 Tires ..... .......................................;,o8, t6,23 W Warranty o:..;....................... ............ ;,.......... 3 Wiring Diagram ............................. ;......30 Wirin'g Schemaiic :.......;_._.:..,':.o: .......... : 29 ?. _...... 22 Trouble Shooting Chad ....................27-28 Tran§axle Repair Parts ................. 46-47 4 :,i_:! ........................... ,Hemova_tHeplacemem..... ,.-.: zz :' '," ,'i ,f_: " I _'`' ....................... '. R_airP,a_s _ • ,',", ........ ,:,,,,_. ...........:_trnlnals :: Options_ Accessories._, ............................... 5 , Spark Attester ........................... 3,40 P Parking Brake ............................... t 1-12 Pads Bag ....... i...................................... 6 Pads, Replacement/Repair ............30-47 Product Specifications .......................... 3 ......................... ' ; ................... Battery: Charging 7-8 ' _ Cleaning ............................... ;........ 17 . .C6nnecting ...... _;........................ ,7-8 ?:".:',; .i.__r:.,!_Sta_ing with W_ak Batte_, ,.#_;,_,23, Widng Diagram .............. ;L,.:....... 30 Engine', Air Rlter..,.._ ......... ;....................... ! 8 Air Screen ................................... 18 Cooling Fins, Engtne '.................... 18 Oil Chdng_ .L.,_,.,. ..... =,o_..L.o._ ..... 17 Oil Level ...... ;.......................... 13,17 Oil Type ..... ............. ;.................... 17 Preparation .................................. 13 Repair Pads ,.,,_...................... 48-53 Staffing.......................................... 14 Storage ....................................... 26 F .; _Flltem: ....... • _,:,-:i.' ':'.:;':':_,::%_ ;' "','L /'•,, if 25 'r Carburetoro.................................. _ :. r v'!. ; _ " ' M6wer_ " ': " Front-To-Back ........................ 21 i Side-To-Side ..................... ;..o.21 .... -i:Throttle Control Cable....; ............ 24 • _AirFiti_i;Engine ....... !........................:o.18 ; AirScreen, Engine • ........................ 18 :A_sembly ........................................... 7-9 B ,ii i:! ............ '_ J,.,_!.,,5 " ; ........ "_ .......... :" :._:: _,-',_;;. Acce_ones;.._.4**r,,_.;._,_) : / i,i' AIR RLTER BLADES BELTS 1 iit . _: i, AERATORpI_0motes deep root growth for a healthy lawn,. Ta.i.! !.. pered 2_tnch steel spikes mounted on 10- nch diameter discs :',' i:. [hunctijre h0}es In"s0il at close intervals to let'molsture soak In. " Steel Weigli|'tray for increased penetration. ' " :'- , an'd _re !design'ed for easy r # _" r : _' ; " _ " _ % : _ 44 # i "t .in these attachments;(: . Contact i ;ssorlesandattachments your tractor, .''_ _,.:, : .". ' " ,: _; do not 'requi're additional hitches orconversi0n kits,(those that do are ::_',!.i,_vattachlngand detaching.' ' ' '' " :SNOW BLADE for snoW:_ bar_ ,lowers ievers_ble scraper i_0r rear drawbar . ............ ! i youcollectgrass p ngs,and leaves a :nearer looking _awno _w0 vermanex containers hold • all0w.'mole: ';.:- ::'I reach ;grass. roots. 36_inch sw;ath. 24 =''! .... tips; t50 lb. Capacity weight tray. spray i: _ EASY Olt;'DRAIN VALVE n_akes oit changes easier, faster, cides ...... "..... " -,._ ; FRONT " "' ....NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck tO reduce SPREADERJSEEDERSmakeSe_d ' ' and weed Chances of %calping" on uneven terrain° ing easy. Broadcast Spreader's_arealso useful r granular de-:_ icers andsand. ", _ _ GANG HITCH letsyoutow2 or;3pull:behind attachments at once, Suchas sweepers, dethatchers., aerators (not for use with rollers, SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves. cartslot other heavy attachments)° TILLER has 5 hp engirie and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds', ": 5,"! GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce cuffivate and compost garden residue, :Tiller_has its own bu It-in' :::_ Chancesof "scalping" on uneven terrain° For mower decks notso lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch° :,;o_;_ equ!ppedo Fits any lawn, yard orgarden tractor. Simpiy hook up to thetractor _";i ! MULCH RAKFJDETHATCHER loosens Soil and flips thatch and drawbar and gol Optional accessories convert unit for !'.':i dethatching aerating, hilling...without, tools. ' ., :. :._i!i matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup° Twenty spdng fine teeth, Usefuttopreparebareareas forseeding, Availablefor front TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross .:,'._ or .rearl mounting, HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION links give smooth ride, ou!standing traction. " ' • SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and TRACTOR CAB has hea,,_y, d uty vinyl fabric over tubular"steel i ;_!_ tosses thatch nto arge hopper. Mounts behind tractor. ,frame,'ABS plastictop; Clear plasticwindshield offers 360 degree ;i".i..i-'_i ' MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you visibility."Hinged metal db0mWitH catch, ..Keecs Operator warm i"'_i_ ' mul.ch_ discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional)without and dry: Remove vinyl.sides and windshields for use as sun i.";_ protector"I_tsumme]',. Optional:._iccess(_ries' include: tinted_i:i!ii! i_ changing blades, For models not equipped as 3-m-lConvertible : mOwers. '< See MOWER in the Repair Parts section of this tempered _olid safety glass Windshieldwitt-_handoperaltedwiper; .if!,_;_ 12-volt al_ber.caution tight'for mounting on cab top : - ..!_. _ _; RAMP.TOPS AND FEET let you toad and Unload tractor from a VACS for powerful collectio5 of heayy grass clipoines a='idleaves'-':? ;:_ ;: I_iC!_Up truck_: Usewith 2 xeor2x 101umber: , Optlor_al wand attachment to ptck;updebns in_ard-to-rea_;h ,, _ ROLLER.!fot Smoother lawn s_ifface, 36-inch wide,'18-inch place's'. VAC!.CHIPPER !hc!udes a Ch!p'p_F-Shi'edder_ ' ::_" <'/::L,I i_: diameterwater.tight drum holdsupto390 Ibs. ofweight. Rounded WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snov_ t:e°movalapplications.i:) !!_. edges prevent harm to turf. AdjustaUIe scraper automatically Uses (1) 55 Ib.weight. ......... : :" cleans drum. WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed tract on fOP::il,il,.: ;. snow removal or dozing heavy materials. : ' .... ,," !:';; • "r i" ., ,._... _ _ .,;_ _,,.;';_ !,_', Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ,(i) HexBolt 3!8"-16X 1 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 " '(1) Large FtatWasher (1) Hex B0lt •1/2-13 x 1 • Parts bag contents • (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3116 x 12 Gauge _ ._ I \ not shown full size _ (2)Washers :_/__, x 7/8 x 14 Gaug e /_,j )) L./'//(2) Gauge Wheels _ lock Nuts _ ' . " , ,LookWos.eo Washers O .. (2) Keys Steering Extension Shaft ;"_'} __3/4__6Gau_e.,L=_ j . . ..... . Steel;ing Wheel • •Adapter (2) Weld Nuts ;#10 _!=J.,. : (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 G (2) Washers ,Steering: Wheel insert (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 !.__"X (2) Latch Hook Assembtys 9/32 x 5/8 x16 Gauge ((_ (2) Lock Washers !/4 'q_" Slope Sheet [', 6 ! , ,. !_ L :L y - ::' ' i i i i j ii i i i i i /_ YoiJr new tractor ha,_been assembledat thefactory'wi{h excel_tion"of tllose 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 5/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet (2) 7.116"wrenches Phillips Screwdriv.er " . ,_ (1) lt2":wfen.ch Tire i:iressurega_uge , ...i__(;-I),9/..,t61!. w_ench ,: Utillty_kdlfe ;i. ,.:L_,, .'._L, :, .!.. '.:'::<;it'.'i',,W. ,hil_7+,_ g..ht)<qt,,_leff ;hand iS _r l+e.nlt#nlli÷l.n:;ihis :manual, "it_. '" INSERT 318 HEX BOLT _K WASHER _, - ',TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON """ .Remove all abcessibleibosb parts ana,6brts cartor_s . :'::_.f,r.'bm=carton (See l_age 6);, _- i ;, . ' =:. * U!_, Cdt, from top to' bottom, al0ni] lines on all four Co"mers ;" : of carton, and lay panels flat ..... " . .... ,= .,.Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and • remove. : :. ,.-'... L" ADAPTER,,. ,, BEFORE SKID_ ROLLING TRACTOR OFF • , : • , ." . ? • I :")'""' - EXTENSION SHAFT "" '" 5!16 HEX BOLT 6 hex_bolt iMPOR_i_,Ii,_it: TI'GHTIENBOL"I:_AND •lB'22,-:FT"LBS TORQUE_ " _:.... _.' _ :.i! " Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and p,Jshdown to secure, % 5/16 LOCKNUT ,r INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ° ,, Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward° Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft extension. = Position steering wheel and sleeve assemblyso cross bars are hor!zontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter. ° Assemble large flat washer, 318 10ck washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securelyo ° Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel, •; Rembve protective plastic 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. : ' . " T0, ROLL :tRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera;.',' ti0ii Section for location and function ofcon-. tro!s) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to ' : its highest position. . " " ° Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal, • P!ace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. •. Roll tractor backwards off skid. • Remove banding holding dischargeguard up against tractor, , # / I LOWER STEERING SHAFT i FIG. 1 ' CONNECTBArrEm'(SeeFi s. and CAUTION: Do not 'short battery remove metal bracelets, wristwatch terminals. bands, rings, Before etc. connecting battery, Positive terminal must be connected _' flrstto prevent sparking from accidental grounding. _ i _ _; :. ., . Rem6_,eCarboardi_aci_ing fr_rh seai panancl lift seat '_i_: _ pa n _0raL_edpos!ti0n, .... • • ° ° ;"i: " : _ _ " Be sure ba.tterY dralr_ tube is attache d :to battery box..i Rem0_ie te_'mtnalpr0tectlvec.aps and discard. If this battery is'put into service after month and year. indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. First connect RED battery cabte to positive (_-)termina! with hex bolt, flat washer, tock washer and hex nut'as shown. Tighten securely. .L : : • . I=T _:_ = 'connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) term[na! with remaining hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer . and hex nut. Tighten securely. " . •Close battery box door° Open battery box door for: .. ° Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard'::'i;:i ware), , : .. • , lnspectibn for corrosion. _':':' PROTECTIVEI//I",\ ,_';i .:CAPS _//])] '.. ": ..... :: WASHER .... ' . ' SEATPAN SHOULDER BOL.T . ' :. ' ,' WASHER , SEAT ; ,'::- : NEGATIVE " ":,, ' " motion and mbwer blade drive i0elts in _ arid Adj'ustments ,-sectionof this manual : :Verify that the belts are routed correctly_ ': • : CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM BATTERY BOX DOOR After .you learn how to Operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustrnents section of this manual° ASSEMBLE GAUGE DECK (See Fig. 5) FIG, 3 SEAT(See .Fig, 4) Adjust Seat before t!ghtening adjustment bolt, Remove ca_rdb0ard packing onseat pan. ::= •Placeseat on seat pa.n and assemble Shoulder bolt, !Ass e mblea dj's u tmentbol,i ioCt< was her_n d flatwasher Ioo_ely_ Do n0ttighten. -," .. : . ,: Tighten shoulder bolt securelY., ';_,- . Lower Seat into operating position and sit on Seat. ° Slide seat Untiia comfortable position is reached Which allows you to press clutch!broke pedal all the way down= Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely. •. :,_:i: ;'::_!. _..:: __; .!. mower housing 'should be properfy OUSING" in the PAN :, ° PRESSURE, HSX _h;iiiies o1_your tracioi:----' were -": "_b_erinilated at the factory for ..:. ;BOLT" _ 5 $_il_lStfig'PbrPOses. Cbrr_cttire press'ure ts irnp6rtant for :.,. :: best cLttting"Defformance,'.i ,. ,. ._". i ;;. :':' : : ,,:_iiRe'd(_e;"ii_:a' pres_ure'!'t0 PSi sh0wn':in "PRODUCT , :_ :-: SPECIFIGATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. ' i ! : !!!,::,.:__:_ .:: ...... ' '. .... INSTALL CHECK:TIRE --- _.---:--_ - _--.--- •8 WHEELS TO MOWER Assemb.Ie gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface, _, Adjust mower to desired cutting height (see .':TOAD" JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT_' in the Operation section of this manual). ' _ " '= " ,. -With .mower' in desired height of cut position, gauge " Wl_eelsShould be assembled sb they are sUghtly off the . gr0iJhd: Install gauge wheel ,in appfopriatehole with -":-' s|pulder bblt, i3i8" washer and 3/8-i6 10cknut and i' t!ghtens_.curely:,: _":_.:... ? ,;.: '_' .... ° Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. - ; :,, _.: '_ • ,_, i:,._,./i. ,11,1,11 Ill I ¸ :_ I_1' _. _! _ " ,' ........, _, , _ 4 :,,,. ....... _ ,,.. . _ i •• ,,,i ....... i -_ i' i ii,:'_i., -• Ill ,,, [ _" TO€O,w,TToBAGG'NG o. GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET DISCHARGING ""_- Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. k ./, DEFLECTOR ........ ? .... ': FIG, 5 _ /} " _e _'(S _ ' r _ _ _ _ ' *,r Figs. 6 & 7) ' LATCH _=: :Instal! two latch hooks to mulcher piate using screw, .*_iash_r, lock washeK and weld nut as shown. : • _ ' HOOKS NOTE: _.Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting . _,_weld;nut from the top with hook pointing downl, _. _ :, F!G. 7 •*! :i ,/" All assembiy instructiohsf_ave been completed. / No rehlaining loose parts in carton. ,f Battery is propeflyprepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps)_ ,/" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely, WELD NUT FROM THE TOP ,/ HOOK POINTS DOWN ,/ WELD LOCK WASHER J" Check mowerand drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around Puiley s and inside all belt keepers. / Checkwiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are pi'operly clamped. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY _XTRAA TTENTIOAI TOTHE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: • . Z Engirle oi! is'at _'rbper levei_: ' NUT\\ LATCH HOOK " LOCK WASHER WASHER ._ WELD NUT / ,z ,/ / MULCHER FIG. 6 9 _rr', Fuei tank is"filledwith fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. Become familiar with all Controls - their location and function° Operate them before you start the engine. Be sure broke system is in Safe operating condition. i' PLATE {,' All tires are property inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory), Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to:rear for best Cuttingresults. (Tires must be propedy inflated for leveling)° • ..........._:i_ _I_!_ .................... ,,........... _................... _,,,,_,_ ..... ,,_ :,_:,_,_ OPERATION _ •_'". _: _. ; ui i ii r ]' • *;_[,A ' These symbols may appear or] your•tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, ::,>.: - :BA_ERY ,_CAUTIQN_0RREVERSE [- ENGINE OFF ._. , . 'ENGINE ON REVERSE I OIL PRESSURE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW =ARKING BRAKE : !{ ,! A_CHMENT MowER LiFT (3LUTCH ENGAGED lfi't D6NGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY t • _, , ; : _ii'ili iGNI"I:ION ! . , .*,_,_ -4-. _ _,, '_,_;_, . _ _ ...... ,_ ,; . • _•" ..... _." _-_, _x _ ._ '. ..... ,, _ _ • ',.',= _" _ _ "'_ . _ . _. ,. _":_••_ _ _•_ ' ' ': • _ _ • . •: _ ".. ,-,., _' •': ,_ !_ :•'_ _."."•'_'_" - , ,,, , , ,_ ' _ '_'• _ :" _;';'.' , ;_ ',_•_"_'_'_;_"";_ ¸" ,, _, ._ , .... ':_ _":,_ ,_:;;':." • _ ,_ :_- •_! i,_-'•':•;!_ "'_¸ • _i ¸•' "i_':_,',:'!_ . 3j ,% •;' • , _ : ..... ...... .................................. , KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S , : _ MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR ,, Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourselfwith the locations of various controls and' adjustments. Save _,:: :thls manual for future reference, ATTACHMENT CLUTCHLEVER ' i"" " . AMMETER .... ..,.:.• _IG BRAKE ,i FIG.8 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute, ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the _0wer bl_.des, or Other attachments mounted tO Your tractor. . : GEARSHIFT LEVER; Selects 'the speed and direction of tractor, ATTACHMEN"r LII_ LEVER: Used to raise and lower the • mower deck or otherattachments mounted, to your tractor, _,'" LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to reiease attachment lift ' i;,,i_ lever when changing its position. "' _ ' UGHTSWITCH: Turns theeI_eadlight;son and off, THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL::: Usedfo; staffing 'and cbntr_iling engine speed, CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutching and brakIng the tractor and starting the engine,, IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine, ' ' HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the rnower " cutting height ...... PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake positior_. AMMETER: (-). i• 11 Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging : The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result In severe eye damage.Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. r HOWTO USE YouR TRACTOR ', , _! _:'_'_:;T'n ._T ..... -, _ ,.:,:,....... , hm'E: .... . pAI_KiNGBRAKE IS_ : _ ..... _ ..... Fit_, 9'1 ,.: .... ._.0_ ..... _........ , .,- ..... ..".r;__.-,.;,:sw_t(}h,":' When:,ertglne:_S:..mnntng; any.attempt ..by the _ Under certain conditionswhen tractor'is standing idle with the engine running,hot engine exhaust ga:sesmay cause "brbwning" of grass, To.eliminate this possibility, a!V_assto en Inewhensto tn tractororl tassareas. I, __:' ':: P_^_rn'n_._."_^_,,,_ =,,_, ,,._,_,-,, •_,_,,,. I ._:, i :i_:',i '•; _:t ir _', ::_,; '_' .#'f' . " \ ':':"CONTROL " ,_POSITION"" , "TO MOVE FO RwARD :_ AND BACKWARD ;ed and ' _.:: . ":_ 'i"" • :_;! CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION ...I "DISENGAGED" \ PosmoN TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRAN SAXLE FIG. 9 : , (See Fig. 9) TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING .(See Fig. 9) HEIGHT The cuttingheight iscontrolled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction. ° ° • ..Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position° The cutting height range is api_roximately 1-.1/2"to 4". The • _ Move gearshift lever t0 neutral (N) position, heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine hot running. These heights are approximate and may Vary depending upon soil conditionsi height of grass and types of grass being mowed_ .. ' _ 4" r ENGINE _ ' = _ Move throttle controlto stow (,_) I ° •Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po: .Siti°n° GROUND DRIVE - position, _ _ • _:NOTE: Failul'e to move throttle control toslow (,_!,) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire", ° "T'urn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. ' Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent IJnauth0tized use_ ,, ': position_ • Slowly release ctu{ch/brake pedal to start movement. IMPORTAN'[: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING oR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE MOWER BLADES - : , HEIGHT AD,_USTMENT KNOB " STOPPING MoVe gearshift` lever todesiied •:" (See Never use choke to stop engine° *' • Turn knob clockwise (/_t) to raise cutting height. TLim knob counterclockwise (IPL--_)to !ower cutting heighL ' TheaveragetawnshouldSecuttoapproximately2-1/2 inches during the cool seasonand to over 3 inches .... during hot months.. For healthier and bettei' looking lawns, mow offer} and after moderate growth. . For best cutting performance, grass 0vet 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height, i TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) • Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens_ ing Switch° Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat With the engine runningand the attachmentclutchengaged w!l! shut Off the engine. . TO ,llllll i,, i i .......... ................... To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. Make all turns sl0wly. TRANSPORT ° Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded 'gasoline with a minimum Of87 octane, (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life)o Do not mix oil with gasoline. Pu_:chasefuel in quantities that can'be used within 30 days to assure_fuel freshness. ' IMPQRTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0_C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING. DISCHARGE GUARD FIG. 10 TO OPERATE i_ CAUTION: Do not drive Up or dOWn • hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and ..... ,! | .... ....... d° not drive across any slope. • _ WARNING: Experience indicates that" alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attrai:t'rnoisture Whichleads t0 Separ_.tion and formation of acids,idUi'in'g storage: • A0idJo gas _can damage the fuel system6f_an engine While in storage. To avoid engine Croblems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor: age 0f_30_days or longer.: Drai'n the gas tank, start the englpe add let it run untii the fuel I nes and carburetor are empty, i use fresh fuel next Season. See Storage InstructiOnsi{oi';"ad_iiiohal informati0no' Nearer use engine or !: carb_retS'r"€leaner products in the fuel tank' or permanent damage _may Occur. ON HILLS : ; I . C_6os'ethe Slowest speed before _tartidg Up or down ,_ : Avoid stopping or changing speecl on hilis'o ! ° If Slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slowerposition. • 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 yo u restart movemenL CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck, Do not overfill, Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, Spill or use gasoline near an open flame. u .13 .,:: i_,_ ._ , : : . OPERATION .... TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) * When Startingengine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, itwill take extra crankingtime to movefueHrom thetank to the engine...... When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. ...... : : ................ . = : Depress clutch/brake peda! and set parking brake. . _'_ • • Place gearshi,ft lever in neutral (N) position. F ----..--- _;":_;;'; iMove atta(;hment ciutch to=DISENGAGED"posi{i_n, .._ " ' -_ ......; ............... .,_'_ "_ " ' '_ :. ,_,, I :i).;i J ::'._' p0Sition; i,:',..,',:",;. Wfie'ne'r :, " .tryagain: :_ "_i.. _?:.:i :: ' " .... _&. FOR ......... 11 * - "" ' J?i" ':_ "" BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP !:'i ='_";: MOWER .HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND :' _RASHo ,CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. " ':'; i * The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip':"i timeSthe lawriandtheyreduce'_ them in size so thatgrassaS.i"ii' i_not{ced.: _Als.o, rass witi ..... grasstends " ' to interferes withthe mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be expose d to the direct sun. For best results, adjust the m0wer cutting height So that the mower cuts offonly the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig. 12). For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut and mow slowly° " _r should be prope_'|yleveled ira" ;t mow_g performan'¢e: See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in :,"i, ._ the Service and Adjustments section of this manual -. The left hand side of mower' should be used for trim': ruing. ." . :' Ddve so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut, Have the cut area to the right of the machine, This will result in a more'even dtstrib0tion of . _c.lippirlgs and more uniform cutting. o:-: When mowing large areas, start by turning to the tight so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, !ences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds; mow in the opposite direct!on making left hand turns until fin!she d (SeeFig: 11 )_ "" . ' " " •,-. If.grass is extremely .tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings..Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desire,dhq!ght, _ " , . ; . . . .. =-. Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass Wiflplug mower and leave undesirable clumps, Allow grass tO ,_r'" allY'before mowing. . • : .... /"" AlwaYs Operate e_gine at full throttle When mowing to ' assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material, Regulate ground speed by select'. ing a low enough gear to give the mower Cutting . performance a s welt as the quality of cut desired. _' " , _ A_low engine to warm Qp'fora few mihU{es .6ef_r'e* .:. engaging drive or attachmentSo : ; ,...:.,::-.i : iMPORTAN;r: NOTE: if 'at a high altitude (above 3OOOfeet), or in cold temperatures"(below 32 F), the CarburetOr:fue! imtxture • mayneedto bbadjusted for best erigineiCeffOrmance: See . !";'g'O ' JST CARBURETOR" tn the Service and !Adjust..... manual. ', '' '' kk " _"_:""' ........ move:throttiecdrltr01to_esired, Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a Second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path. Change your cuttingpattern from week to week. Mow northto south one week then Change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining Of the lawn. t FIG. _12 14 RESPONSIBlUT|ES Check Brake Operation if Check Tire Pressure..... T . _ I_ Check fOr Loose Fast,ners . |V SharpenlReplaceMowerBades 0 Clearl Battery arli]Term[nals ; I ?./+, if t_ P . ' " I 1 " ..... +' l_. !_4 _..... - _.,_. " " ' i##', ' ' ' • _,, i:::: :A_j_stM°tj_nDdveBelt(_) Tens!oil . . '. ' i :" i:i:_:::Vs = ':i ::i:' ' . ..... ': $_'5 ..... : _ ..... " ' | :; :AdjdstBadeB(_ltis):TehslonY _ i:. ':- ! . ' _+ : _" +', • '" ..... , ," .... :-. : t - i:":::_: ' ' :' " ', +," +,_.,, .+ _"t--,_ ;"' ..... _.: ..... :'. :::::I : ' i:. ':;:i:, !!:!:. , :: ..... Che E k ngram" o, Le i;""::":: " Change EngineOil" .:' :. ..... :'+ ' " 3_. if equlpppd win'oil filter+change oil every 50 hours, +._ "' ' " : + :;4- Replace blades more Oftenwhen mo'wing in sandV soil GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Th'ewarrantyon thistractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence+ To receive full value from the warrant,!,operator mustmaintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractoro All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. ® BEFORE EACH USE • ; Che+€ k engine oil level° • Check brake operation+ , Check _tirepressure. = Check for loose fasteners+ ® CLUTCH : :;[ PIVOT(S) = ' " ' . ...... " ,,: 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-fuet mixture and help your engine run better ' . andlast longer. .:: { +_ . F PIVOTS [ " (_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL @ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE ® . 15 REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "+ENGINE" SECTION :: ': _+, ::i,i''! 1MPORI:ANT:" DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS ,!;.!i WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS . VISCOUS LUBRt-: +_+_ CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST.AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN++_+I'+_::i THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOUiS'._-::I + FEEL'THEY MUST BE LUBRICATEDI USE ONLY A DRY, POW-:II'_:_,'_ DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY, " .,_._,. TRACTOR MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing.anyma!nten_nce. • ,,BRAKE OPERATION .... If _i._ _•_ _":.;',' "_" more than six (6) feet Stoppingdistance in highest gear_then brake mustbe adjusted. ST BRAKE In the Set'vice and A_ljusF thismanual). '. ;_ ' " _ , , ,'??_ NOTE; Do not use a nail f0_b_lan,c!ng t_ladeJ The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. NOTE; We do not recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou do, be sure the blade is ba_anced_ = _/8" B ,:. :_ 16 BLA.,,,DE FIG. 14 -. - • • • .... CUSTO BATTERY NOTE; Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Checkyour engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oilo Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the baffery with an automotive charger will extend its life. ° ,, Keep battery and terminals clean. Keep battery boltstighL , KeeP.Small vent holes Open. Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is riot used for 25 hours in one year. Ctteck the crankbase oit levei:befoi'e starting the engine and .after each eigSt (8) houi's Ofoperation. ;,Tighten oil till , cap/dipstick sec_r.e!y,_ach time yog,lcrieck l_heoil level '::' b_tern_ideterfi_e_bi:er'_Hge exPectedbef6re oil change. ,is6onnePt BLACK battery cable first., then RED bah' i_ Cableand refd0$eba.ttery fi'6m tractor. ...... ; inse the battery with plainwater and dry° _ " Iear_t_rminals and batte_:(_ibie ends with wire brush dilbright. : :" " _ai termirlals with grease:'_':_:bt_roleumjelly, " .:' ',"'/ Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the : . i. " Assembly section of this manual). All oilmust meet:A?i s_erviceclassification SFor SG. -".. Be sure tracio¢is Onieveisurface,, ° Oil will drain m0re freely when warm. Catch oil in a.suitable €ontaine n Remove oil fill €_ip!dipsticko Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engi.ne _/lien changi'ng oil Remove drain Plug. . After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten se.curely. • o hotl felldipstick tube. Pour see this. ms_le free fr'om build-up of dirt•and cl_affwliich .ca.n'restdct cooling. ILL CAP/DIPSTICK 'ENGINE LUBRICATION Oniy use high quality detergent oil rated with API service €lassificationSF or SGo Select the oil'sSAE viscositygrade according to your expected operating temperature, OIL DRAIN PLUG SAE VISCOSITY GRADES FIG, 16 "F '-20'i °C-30" : " ' 0" -20 = ".. : i.-:tO'. 30" " :32" 0" 4o" " , 60" 10" . 80" . 20' 30' lo0' 40' 17 ':" :, ii._ , AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) _ CLEAN AIR SCREEN(See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air'filter° Clean the foam pre-clean_r after every 25 hours of operat on or every season, Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occursfirsL Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating=.Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and'stubborn dried gum fibers. Service air' cleaner more often under dusty conditions. ,_ Remove knob(s) and cover. ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig, 18) '_: Remove any dust, dirt or oil froni engine cooling fins to preVent _englr_edamage from oVerhea!!ng.'. _ :_'._ ,. ;,,, and d psttck_td_e,asi_bf_bly. _ff;ei_jjlne_ _'_ ,Y:: 'i "_: , : • _. 06vet oil filt op'_ptn'gto:pi'_Ve_t_ent_ 6.f dirt;' ." €lelahengine c6011ngfinsi:i;_:i ::, : , , ' To reasse_hl_ie.i:i;evei's_abgve piOceclure.. ": ,. if Vehj dirty Or'damaged, fe_plac6i_re_cleaner, _;' • :i'" :_i,i Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge, Reinstall cover and secure with knob(si. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE ' - Remove cartridge nut, Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor. ', CARTRIDGE. •o , ! . PLUG COVER KNOB ENGINE COOLING FIG. 18 FINS COVER _ _j CARTRIDGE NUT PAPER CARTRIDGE / FIG. 17 _ I 18 i , ' • CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage+ • SPARK PLUGS' _: Repiace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing _+easonor after every 100 hours of 0pemti0n; whichexJer ° + Occui'sfirst:: Spa_plug type +andga_5setting are shoWnin +,:'+-, ._PI_QD.+UCT SPECIFICATIONS' on page 3 ofthis manual. ,.+,:.:.: ,_L+_:+;_.L:,,+++;;':;+:+.:;:;: ;::-,++,., :+_+:_.:.<j.;,.;+u_,,: _+,` :.-. +:, . :. +, ' ,, :. ,. + _.:j::_'+++.' ...:....... . :":.',:'+:+,'_"_'_''+; ! '" t + ...... ::_',++ .t'"+ +' . +'+-'+' ' .+'_'" " ," +; '":. , FU_,, r+_!_.n" .. ' / +/ ' . ' ..' ' " ,+!_._.':,¥+,'+_+,++, _ tq_!+,_'++_,+,:_+.+_,j_+.,,,j,*_++_.,,÷-,;,_++.,+_ +,-.++ ,, +/'. +, + •_ ...... ?.,.,..+,,. .,,, ,, ., _ +, . _ .,+ ........ + / : .,' ............. ..... .,.,,,,,+.,,,+,-,+., ....... ..,., • -..+,+,.....,...,_ •++ ................ FIG. 19 y}++.':_+..:r:!_,e+f.+_el:_ittersho_!d, be,,r.epMced once each seasop.,tf fuel; ; ...-:, ; +._, ' : + ., ' +, ,.:,; _ ,_.. .,_,._+++ _ ._:..._:+. ,+.,+,_,.++ . +.,+ : ,..+. + +. ,,,,_ : ii_. • ;, ++.: . _.... L+;' ' ,+:,.._-+fJltet+:b_comes clogged, obstructmgfuel flow to carburetor, ......... ....= . : . ++. +: ..... _'.'+::+:rei_l,det_ent:is mqui_ed_:+,+ '::" ; " .. " '+ ,t , . . ' . CLEANING .:" : "t ,",-.,, • , +:+ , . , , ,+ • * .,, ,, ; , :+W_t_ '_ _' _ ; ;' : L' +_ .ehgin+';'c+001,'remove filter and plug iuel line i +__ :,: _ectlon_: :,:;:_," +, +" _ :', : : .: +,_!"_ '' " : • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oi!, etc. : ' . Protectpainted 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 cal'buretor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life+ , + .... " I - properly P0sitione,d_. ";i ......• " Immediately wipe up any spilied' gasoline. i ° . 0 . G!eall+ehgine, battery, seat, +finish, etc. of all foreign :+,,i! matter:.: + ' " ' : ' ,,+ - • ..=_ o ' ° J ;" +4_ ' "} : '! =. +,ptace new fuel filter in position in fuei line w th arrow :polntingt0wardsdarburefor:" " " . ::::.,+ _ : .: ' ; :::.Be sui;e there are no fuel line leaks andcl_rnl_'S are , . .! ,,_ . +-_.,, :.,., • +;_ +'r :19 . , ; ... SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS : I q, IIII l'l'l"lllll!lll , ii M' CAUTION: I I I I 'III L 'I ,i U I , !ii ........................ BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, Place gearshift lever in neut_l'(N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn Ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have €ompletely stopped. Disconnect spark pt'ugwire from spark plug and place wire where tt cannot Come in contact with MOWER (see Fig. 20), :..... _' ..... : libe ea'slerto remove from the dghtside of,tr'actor. "Ciutchin "DISENGA(3EI_" t_bsition, RETAINER SPRING !_i_;;:_:!, _;i ,:,'*Moveattacl_ment liftlever' forWard toloWermoWer to its _i:!_i ,_: i;::JdWest'posltion. ' : : :" :- : : :'>.... . ' SUSPENSION PULLEY :_:_:"/' _ L':!Rollbelt Off etlg ne pulley. . . . '_:'., =, ' Disconnect clutch rod from clUtCh;lever by removing , _ =':,,::_i:retatnerspring. -= • ,... _.-.. : Disc0nnect sus RETAINER SPRINGS = ' ' " ' I ' : ' ' 1 = ::i ..:,: ,_., D_sconnect ant_-sway bar from chassis bracket by ! ._ : remoVihgretainer spring. arms from rear deck brackets, rSPRING' _ ;_-_ IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHERTHAN THE ' "' MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, _ REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS. * TO !NSTALL , !;;' AN+I'_WAYBAR MOWER (See Fig. 20) :..Raise attachrfient tift lever to its highest posltion_ " Slide mower Under tractorwith d_scharge guard to right side of tractor. ' FIG. 20 o Lower lift lever to its lowest position. •° Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. 20, -+ RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of ttiis manual). lftires are over or underinflated, you will not property adjust your mower., :SIDE-TO-SIDE IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SiDE-TO-SIDE IF ": THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUSTBOTHFRONT LINKS ',, EQUALLYsIDE ° ,:: SO To obtain MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL the best cutfing: SIDE-TO- results,, the; mower ' :ii ,.";i (See Figs. 21 and 22) ADJUSTMENT Raise mower to its highest position. ' ,_ _ nuton that sider' 'i:iSi:ii:'i!.!i-:ii_°w_ , about' _,h'e!ght NOT.! of mower, tighten lilt link adjustment ;; . hr°tnii?:l_e °f re°we r, 'o0sen lift link.adjustment ..... E,_chfull mower1/8. °turn of adjustrfiehi ,LIt Willchang e - '_:i:: I' I_lech;ck measurements after adjusting: BOT_'0MEDGE ,;OFMOWER TO "". ,," BOTTOMEDGE OF MOWER TO .'GROUND _': "" " / ;. "'_ , RG. 21 SUSPENSION ARM FIG. 23 • BOTH FRONT I.INKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH LIFT UNK ADJUSTMENT NUT ,+ FIG. 22 i : ....... ::!. TO REPLACE (See Fig. 25) MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools._ Pa_ the tractor on level surface. Engage paNing brake. .'i,_:,BELTREMOVAL - ' PULLEYS "UCW_¢ds' ; MANDREL PULLEY FIG. 25 TO ADJUST Pull beti ioward fr0n(of tr,_ctorand remove downwards from aroudd engine pulley. Install new belt by reversing above procedure. IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS =OSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS. BRAKE (See Fig. 26) Your tractor ts equipped with an adjustable brake system whlch is mounted on the right side of the transaxle, PUL:LEV CI_UTCHING IDLER TABS " tf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. ,j , , . . °. Depress clutchibrake pedal and engageparking brake, Measure distance between br&ke operating arm and • nut "A" on brake rod. ° :' If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen Jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam ' nut against nut "A", . '" .. • Roadiesttractoriorpr0per st0pplng'distance as stated " above° Readjust tf necessary. If stopping dtstance Is still greater ttlan stx (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest authorized service center/department° ' BELT KEEPER IDLER PULLEY ! FIG. 27 _::: AND ADJ TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 28 and 29) The transaxte should be inneutral when the gear shift le've_: .is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: i. , Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). _, on tie r0d. CENTER ROD CAUTION: TIE ROD and smoking gases. materials away fromflame batate explosive Keep Sparks, teries, Always wear eye protection when around batteries. _(:_ ; Lead-acid batteries gener- TRANSAXLE ,,,, !, : FIG. 29 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are noi horizontal (left to right) when Wheelsare positioned straightforward, removesteeringwheel and reassemble per instructionsin the Assembly sectibn' Ofthis manual. ..... - FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER ........................ If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged,. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACT.OR IS EQUIPPED WITH A t 2 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO:BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM: _DO NOT,USE YOUR •TRACTOR BATTERY: TO START OTHER VEHICLES,. TO ATTACH JUMPER cABLEs" • " Connect each end oftt_e RED cable to the POSN'IVE (+) terminal o.f each'battery, _tai<ir_gcare •not to short :against chassls_ _ _..;-_..... ._.. ,, . : .... "• ° The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/departmento 23 Connect one end ofthe BLACK cable}o theNEGA: TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery_ Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fL_eltank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. °' RED cable last from both batte_'tes_ t _ _ . ::7:_i ! ; ::: ....... ; ....................... ?i: POSfflVE TERMINAL HOOD CABLE at the .factory and ustmentas iS: ';i:'!i" "" r Replace bulb =nholder and push bulb holder securely :' back into the hole in ttie backside of thi_ grill. • .Close hood. ' . #.: _'" n. :Slowly move {t\l) to .an, (_fieckthat fioles",_J' in governor control lever and hole in govemor'plate line-up: _ If holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle Cable until holes are aligned° Tighten clamp Screw Securely. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS .... Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check. wiring° See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this manual. TO REPLACE _0VER.OR _0VE}_NO_ CONTROL LEVER CONTROL PLATE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse° The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY. (See Fig. 32) - ,,,_ Raise hood. " ": • .. Unsnap l_eadlight wire connector. StandfnfrontoftractoK Grasphoodatsides,tilttoWard engine and lift off of tractor. To replace, reverse above procedures. •HOLES "A" ':" CLAMP SCREW :" "' 'THROTTLE CABLE FIG. 33 24 :/ z ['_' "._ .... >. :.................. :: " '-............. :.... 'i '" ,_; " .... ' ,,,..,_i_,, _ .................................................. AND ADJUSTM TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 34) ACCELERATIONTEST- The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust• Move throttle control lever from slow (,_=)) to fast (,Ill ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustposition, if engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler_ . adjustment, proceed as follows: ates smoothly_ ' ' • ' _|nger_)ral, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) deHigh speed Stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust ._ crei_sesthe supp}y Offue! tothe engine giving a leaner fuel/ damage may )'esult. ': ' ' ,' _!, ,at_';rnixttire._Turning.the idle mixture va!ve out (counterIMPORTANT: : 'NEVF-R.TAMPER WtTH THE ENGINE '.]._:"ii.c)oi_[.s'e)]NpreaSes the supp.lyb,f fuel tothe engine giving :. GOVERNORi :WHICH 'IS',FACTORY SET FOR. PROPER !!_i,:: "::i:_i,_cl_)_;_fuel/atrrntxttire.. ' _=. ,,_SII,. :ii:. : ,;._. _ ".!;_ :_,.!.:=i_.;. ,ENGINE.SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE _r: : ""' :.;IMPORTANT: "DAt_IAGETO THE.NEEDLE:VALVE AND .":=:_HEi!.FAGT.-ORYi HIGH, DANGEROUS. IF.YOUTHINKTHESPEED'ENGINE,GOVERNEDSETTING CAN BE :_.._.'_t,:i:.,THEISEAT-IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS ; " HIGH:SPEED NEEDS: ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR I.:%TUR'NEDINTOOTIGHTo " .NEAREST. AUTHORIZED ,.SERVICE' .CENTER/ :' ........ '.... '=""'" " _..... DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND .EXPERIENCE TO-MAKE ANY'NECESSARY :"":; !.'.'i,:i.:'Al"tclea'ner; a_sembly must be assernbled to the carbuADJUSTMENTS. ' ... =_,:retorwhenmaking carburetor adjustments. ' THROTTLE ...... iDLE SPEED ! ;: .:-_i!i _Be,sure the throttle control cable is acljusted properly : LEVER. . _ : SCREW ": ' :,. (seeabove); ' " "!" V_tiihengine off turn idle mixture valve in(clockwise) i_ : (_losing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock' wise)1 ft_llturn. . ' ! FINAL SETTING • Star(en ine and all0wto,warm for five minutes, Make . . ine running and shift/tactic n : screw, turn idle until engine begins to die and then turn out (counter until engine runs rough_Turn valve to a point mi_lway between those two positions. Release throttle lever° IDLE MIXTURE VALVE FIG. 34 25 recharging. To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during tong periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and batterycleaned th0roughly (see"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Customer Responslb!liiies section of this manual). tt Q o o Remove spark plug(s L Pour' one ounce of oil through spark plug holeis) into cylinder(s). . Turn ignitionkey to"START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil Replac e with new spark plug(s). After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals, OTHER Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached. • If battery is removed from tractor for Storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces, = 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 tra,ctor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and _:lirti .... " ' . ::. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective coverthat , ; does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe Which allows condensation to form and -wil causey0urtract0ttorusto = * , : _,'i_! ' : " ;, _. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENG(NEi ..... AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. " ( k 26 ,_ /,: :-_•i . _'-._:_ ¸I_• PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1 Fill fuel tank 2 See_O START ENGINE"in Operation section, 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Replace spark plugo 5. Clean/replace air filter, 6, ';Re_lace _ el ftlte'r., ' , , , _ 7, _D_._n'fue!'lafil_ &rid carburetor,refill tank Withfresh "2, ' _Rep!_cesiaB,plug, a! ,, 4o : _eplace J_elfiltar_ " ' S,: ,. :. Re0_aigdoi:'i-_pl_ico ba'ttery. J_rain fu_l iar_aitd - , ':" r,;S[ '- ' ':'. refill wilh fresh ga§ofine /' :.' 6_. Ch_qk'allwlrlng,:' ;'" " 7, ' Contactan a_Jthorlzed service facility, 8. Cor;,ta_,ia'h _Lith01:tzed service faci)tty_ • , Engine will not turn over I Clutch/brake ,pigd_.not depressed. ,; '. 'i:_.'', '_. • 2, Attachmentclutchlsengaged.. _:_ .....": : _:, .' 3. Weakoi;;deadbaflery. . . .;}__ ", ! i " .... 4 : Blown fuse;, .:.::";., :._ ._: , . •_:::, .,-'-_',•_., _-•: =,.5 -.,Corrodedb_ittalytem'|lnals,, .: ....... , : 2o' _Dlsengaga attachment clutch, ,_. .... : ,3,. 'Recharge _rie_!a'ee battery .:: ." _ :' . :-,, _ % ;::_,.,,401aati_,i_l!_;6[_tnais.: , ?,,,[, ";'i"_ ;'_' :_1; .::i :.:i: , _ - ,............ , ...... • ...... :,Engll_cllcke but w!ll not start ,.;,:.:::, ';.7;,,:;_:_liei__ei_lacla {_nlllon sw tch;."_< .... :.'.., 8, .FbultySolanoldorstailah! .............. ,.._.... ,, .. ,.:B;:._/_.ftecklrepface:eblenoJ_or.sta'rter;.c..::, ; .' .:,..., .:;-Y:,':_, .au,._o_.era_r_.resencesw,...,e_ ..... ., ,..:, :.9:%_n_ct an'au_fi_itzedserviceI_actlRy, tt,., . , , r '1 ,, ......... ._., :.,:,..-; .... ....... 1, 2, Weak or dead 6_ttery,. = , Corroded balled/terminals, 3: Looseor damagedwldng, 4= Faultysolenoid or starlero 1o 2, 3, 4, Racha'rge or replace battery, Clean battery te'rmtnafs, Check all widng Check/replace solenoid or starter, '": '1 r_ ": _'1'" _t ' '1:_'_ ':_" i...... Loss of power 1, Cuttingtoo muchgrass/leofast. t,, Set In "Higher Cur' positionfraduce speed,, 2, 3, Throttle iB "CHOKE" position. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower° 2, 3 Adjust throttle control, Clean underside Of mower housing, 4_ Dirtyair lifter, 4, Clean/replaceair filter 5, 5, Check otl level/change oil 6 7, Cleanand regap or changesparkplug, Replacefuel_lter, Low oil level/dirty oilo 6o Faultysparkplug, 7,, 8, 9, : ....... Dirty fuel filter., Stale or dirly rue!, Water in fuel, 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline, 9_ Dreln fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with f"resh !0. 10o Spark plug wtre loose. 11. Dirtyengine'alr screen/fins, 12. 13, 14. D!rtylclogged muffler,, Loose or damaged widng, Carburetor out of adjustment, 15, Engine valves out Of adjustment,, 12, gasoline' and Connect arid Clean englne Clean/replace repJaca rue! (liter, tighten' spark plug wire, air screen/fins,, muffler, Ch_ck_='w!_ng, 14. Contact an authorized service facility. 15,, , . C0ritact an authorized service facility, ' L__, Excesslve vibration 1, 2, 3, Worn, bent or loose blade, Bent blade mandrel 1, Repiace blacle, Tighten blade bolt,, 2_ Replace blade mandrel. 3, Tighten loose part(s), Replace damaged parts, . Loose/damaged part(s),, 27 . . J OOTING POINTS TRO .............. 7, .. . . i, " :,--..- ..: : _ .. ..................... PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Enginecontinuesto run when operator leavesseat with attachmentclutch engaged 1. Faultyoperator-safety presencecdritrolsystem 1_ Check wiring,switches andconnections,if not corrected,contactan authorized servicefe,c,tty_ Won1, bent or loose blade. I, 2_ 3, '' Mower !5,: !, 2, 3, 4_ .1. Englhespeed tooslow, "I 2. 3. 2. Travel,speed.toofast, 3 Wet grass. 4, Mowerdecknotlevel, 5. Lowtunsventirea1_pressure. b, Worn,bent or Ioo_e blade, ,11 ,111111iii Replace b[ade_ Tighten blade boil, Level mower deck. Clean undersl_e o_ mower housing, Clean_.tO_Jhd'rnE_'_dre!s to Openventhoi_so Removeobstruction. Replae_mower bidvebelt, F,_eptace idlerpulley. Replacebtademandrel P.tace thro_'e _orltrol in "FAST". position Shift to siower, spee d. Allow grass to dry before mowing 4. Levelmowerdsck. 5 Checkt!reefor properair pressure, 6, Replacs/sha_enblade, Tightenblade bolt 7, Clean u mowerhousing 7. belt Batterywill not charge 1. Switchis"OFF", Bulb(e) burnedout. Faultylightswitch, 4 Looseor damagedwidng. 5, Blownfuse', _o Turnev_tch"ON", _.. Badb_ttery ce,(s). _, ReplacebatterY. 2. Checlffcteanall connections, 3. Replaceregulator, 4, Replacealternator, 2, 3, 4, Engine "backfires" when turning engine 2, 3 4. 5, Poor cable cgnnections;o Faulty regulator (if so equipped), Faulty alternator, 1 1,. Enginethrottlecontrolnot set at'SLOW" , positionfor 30 secondsbefqmStoppingengine. "OFF", ' ,. r, 3 I ? / 28 Replace bulb(s)_ Check/replace light switch CheckWtrtng andconnections_ Replace fuse Move throttle control to "SLOW' position and allow to idte for 30 seconds before stopping engine, RED BLACK BATTERY RED S IGNITION SWITCH I ! AFTER FIRE SOLENOID cHARGING SYSTEM OUTPlJT 3 AMP DO @ B800RPM 2BV()LTS AC MIN, @ 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED) t UGHTING SYSTEM I "_ .I .......... t I NOTE OUTPUT _E ;i ALTERNATOR Ii 5 AMP AC g' ,3600 RPM F'_ ...... ',_ .... i ' YOUR TRACTOR IS _ _.,n,,..j-_ _, EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM ' THE LIGHTS ARE NOT i_... :ii _EADLIGHTS CONNECTED TOTHE • . | i" ..... , . .i" 'i:!';_, /-_-_... BATTERY, BUTHAVE THEIR _. _B__ i OWN,ELECTRICAL SOURCE. ;v_ _-___.I _ "-_/.i_' T'-" " BECAUSEOFTHIS, THE_.:, ' HEA-DUGHT \ 1_:_ I BRIGHTNESS OF-THE LIGHTS ' SWITCH ._-(6 IGNITION SWITCH WILL CHANGE WiTH ENGINE .. :(OEE3.. . ' .. " _ ' ' SPEED,::':AT,tDLE:THE'UGHTS _;_ :_ ',:_ :,:' _:,"_i:_: ,:":"';,' ' ':: _ .. , WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE" IS :: WiBING INsI_ILATED cLiPB ' " SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS " WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. ' NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED /_ ' . CLIPS WERE .REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO. ---_--NON-REMOVABLE _ REMOVABLE PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS I_ II • :29 ", ,,,,o<,_ ,,o,,,,,;;<_;;<C,o;_;<_ .... -' i • r._ TRACTOR-L , , MODEL NUMBER 917,256522 ...... _: ELECTRICAL 22 21 f l i 70 ! I I I I I I I I 41 26 I I 2O i I I ! I I | I ! | I I J I €[ 1 t t I I i l \ I /1 1 / 29 f 52 \ \ \ I I I I I I I I I I I I I : I i \ _, 30 M .... 'TRACTOR - - MODEL N MBER _: ,_ _ : ';'"_ _'_,7':_I _,,','_' _-_,', ¢ ,;_': "i',:_,,_', _1 h 917.256522 '. ,:_ ELECTRICAL KEY NO.. PART NO. • 1:146139 _, 2. ',74760412 . ' ..'. : .- 3.-_8T055,1025 . .. . ÷,'L DESCRIPTION Battery !2 Volt 25:Amp ,Bolt, HexHead '1/4-2Ounc x 3/4, :Washer: ..... :",' ' : "'* "" : ':" ' ' , , ' " " r:' .... i::'7.:.":.:!09236X' ' ; _ube; Plastic, 12" ,:' . : : ' i, .;!,....._ ' 8 _-144940 " CaUse,Battery W/2 Holes W/Brty " : _. '-9 109596X Clamp, H0se'., :' ' '_t5 147688 " " FasteS_er.Snal__'ln . , -: 18 ,. 153664 Switch lllterlock'Push-in . . 19 STD551125 20 73350400- _ i_,:,_" "_":'* _:: .' .i 4152J 4799J: 24 25 1 6,147 26 j" 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 52 70 140336 .: _" 109553X 151212 71110406 131563 'I45673 73640400 121433X 141940 141164 NOTE: Bracket; Interioct_Switch ' '": ...... ,_ Switch, Interlock, Clutch, 4'Terminal ' Harness, Ignition - " Bolt, Hex Head,,Fin, 1/4:20 x 1/2 Cover, Terminal, Red Solenoid Nut Keps Blk Hex" I/4-20 UNC Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp Protection Wire Loop Harness Engine B&S P/L 14 OHV Du HI All component dimensions given in U,S, inches ' 1 inch = 25.4 mm t_ '31 '_* TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES * 29 26 57 i 40 € 33 10 34 26 32 i TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES • "12r, ';!45660. ;: Cl_pTinnetman Grille P/L " _13 146962, PaneJ,_DaSh,R.H. " ' " ,i •.14 17490608 SbrewThdml,3/8-16 x 1/2 . "15 '74180512 scmW;'Machine, Truss Head "' ' :_: " . 5/16.:18 UNCx 3/4 ' 16 STD541431 Nut :.... : 17 Hood A§semb]y • ' BOlt'.. , """": ' ' " 34 35 38 39 40 51 52 53 54 55 57 58 60 74 140 _- 145243X574 8TD533707 139886 139887 139977 7380040O 19091416 145201 17030814 145202 STD522507 15O127 72140606 73680600 150556 54793 . .: " : • : R,H, B0tt '; ' ' Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H. Pivot Bracket Assembly, R.H. Spacer Fender Raised LT Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga_ Bracket Grille Pickoff LH Screw Splder!ock Hex Hd #6-7/8 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75 Air Duct PiL Engine Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Nut Crown!ock 3/8-16 UNC Bracket Chassis Front Plug, Button NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches ! inch = 25.4 mm 33 r._ : _ 42 55 35 • 37 34 26 27 22 34 ' iL __ "_ " : _I _'i '_ i _,_ DRIVE 2_ 106933X 22:130804 24 STD541237 25 106888X 26 STD551037 27 STD561210 Knob Rod, Brake NUt ring, Brake Rod sher Pin " : _ :' 65 66 70 .. 72 STD551143 153400 134683 19132012 109502X Washer Keeper, Belt, Engine, L.H. Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R_Ho Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge x 1-1/4 x 16 Gau :36 , STD551062 37 STD57i810 3s t2387_,x 39 40 4"1 42 44 45 46 47 STD523727 4470J 153399 19131312 105706X .110812X 12000039 127783 82 83 t23782X 19171216 84 _32183 85 150360 86 71208 87 19212016 88 12000008 89 139964 90 124346>( 110 74760612 116 72110610 earing, NylOn Washer R011Pin Pulley, Idler, Flat Bolt Spacer, Split .395 x °59 Keeper, Belt, Retainer Washer !3/32 x13/16 x 12 Gauge Bearing, Nylon Washer, Hardened Ring, Klip Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic • .,,Shaft Assembly ............ ' .. Spdng; Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 G_uge Tie Rod Nut, LockCenter 1/4-28 Fnthd Bushing, Pivot Washer E-Ring Console, Shift, 6 Speed, N/Ignition Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8_16 UNC x 3/4 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35 r• in U.So inches _:!: _ TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 STEERING ASSEMBLY r 8 27. 16 :i 36 32 . STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. '7 PART NO DESCRIPTION :! 8 12000029 •9 3366R 10 i'30468 11 STD551137 12 736!0600 13 1!0;4_38X: ,, t4 740t1056 15 ;73901000 16 !3J262_ " = . 17 440176 18 57079. .19 '".12.4035X 20': 126684X _-, 21 i: 1i4906_12 3(_ STD561210 32 130465 36 132196 37 152927 38 139769 39 '19133808 41 42 43 100711L 145054 t21749X 44 153720 .46 47 •61 _54 62. 63 121232X 6855M. STD541431 74780,520 t49686 '_ 74780616 ' x718:X 16 Gauge .:, Screw, Thd, Roll 3/8.-16X 3/4" Pin Rod, Tie , Bushing, Steering Screw Insert, Steering Wheel Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge Adaptor, Steering Wheel Boot, Steering Shaft Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Extension Shaft Steering NonAdjust Cap, Spindle Fitting, Grease Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 ;.., Kit Steering Asm Service " :: Bolt, Fin Hex 3/846 UNC x 1 Gr; 5 •• 1:1'{ , -I',/_ NOTE: Aii componer_t _limenstons given in U.& inches ! ' 1 inch = 25.4 mrn ' • t 37 < :_t_'• ,:• i: ¸ , . , • • :It" ...... _ii_,_, REPAIR PARTS :_:i '_: ' ; .... _,h_,_r_ _*.,_ __ '.'W _+; I;_I _' _¸ '_)_ _ _.... " _"% _, ;':" ..... TRACTOR - ' MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 SEAT ASSEMBLY .... k ........ '!_:_ili ¸: _ill ¸_' 23 12 KEY NO, PART NO. 1 2 3 .4 5 '6 7 I} 9 10 12 13 14 140123 14055.1 STD523710 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X "i74_o616 19131614 140552 121246X 121248X 72050411 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION 5 _3,_o0 Seat Bracket, Pivot, seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-In Hinged ' Nut Spring, Seat _¢r_w, Thd, Roll, 9/B-16 PART NO. 16 t7 21 22 23 24 x I 25 26 Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting Bushing, Snap Bo_t,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 121250X 123976X 153236. STD541431 74780814 ; 19171912 127018X STD551150 DESCRIPTION Spacer', Split ,28 x ,86 Spring - ' "' Locknut,Flange 1/4 Grade 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/!6-18 UNC-2A Nut Bolt, Hex Head, Fin_ ;1/2_13'X7/8 Grade 5 . .,.__:; Washer 17t32x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X ,62 Wasl_er, Lock NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm s8 DECALS 13 2 6 3 18 7 7 18 10 4 2O 14 Decal Decal Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, 3 15O683 4 150684 6 133644 7 150927 8 150955 9 128314 10 137537 11 4900J 12 146046 WHEELS R,Ho Hood, L.H. _ CustomerMa_ntenance Side Panel :" Deck Mower EZ3 Dover Fender, Craftsman Caution, English " Clutch!Brake, English V,Belt Drive Schematic ,.14_136832 15 145245 17 133179 18 150685 20 149516 .-,145247 *- 138311 -154114 -154115 & TIRES KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5,8 F"-. "_ / 4,10 5 6 7 8 9 10 PART NO: ' _est Rbr Craftsman Pad Decal, Mower QC System Dec&l, Ins. Hood Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Fastener Pop tn Footrest Decal, Lift Hahdle Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish DESCRIPTION Valve Cap, Tire stem,, valve : Tire, Front . Tube, Front Tire . (Not Provided, Service Item Only) Rim, Front ': . . 106732X427 278H" :._ Fitting,Gi'ease (Front Wheel Only) 59192 " 65139 106222X 59904 ; 9040H Be_ring Ptar_ge (Fr0ht Wheel Only) 106108X427 'Rim,.Rear 122082X Tire, Rear . 7152J Tube,. Rear Tire ; (l_0t Provided, Service Item Only) 11 :104757X Cap, Axle , . .._'_':i_. - - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz:: : NOTE: All Componentdimensions given in u.s. incl;ies _1inch=25.4mm_' 7 . . • 39 -'., TRACTOR -, MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 13 4' - 33 37 18 33 40 23 22 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 40 ' KEY NO. ii!:!/ PART NO. ,1 150600 2 17720410 DESCRIPTION C_ Cutting En :i,0173-01. : ,?., ", Gasket,:Exhaust Nipple; Plp,e 3/8 NPT x 3 'Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT Washer •,Shield, Heat : ReCeptacle; 1/4Turn Stud, 1/4 TurnW/Bushlng Plst Shield, Heat Arrestor, Spark Pinch Weld_ Hood Tank, Fue! ) Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented 3i4 46 62 72 78 81 19091416 STD55113t 71070512 17490620 '128861 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 x 16 Gauge Washer, Lock Screw, Hex Cap Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE; Ai! component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm JJ ] t_.if 13 272293 14 13280324 15 13200300 16 STD551237 18 136718 19 105839X 22 149793 23 150554 29' 137180 30 127057X 31 109202X 32 123549X 33 123487X L TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 .owsRU_ 28 27 26 23 r,. 7 49 5 3O 6 5 13 19 2O 15 31 32 f E Ek 42 I TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256522 MOWER LiFT KEY NO. 27 !!126971X "_' 28 73350600 29 138057 30 150233 , 31 140302 ' 32 73540600 49 145212 Adjustment p Bearin_g,Pvt; Nut, Crownlock Nut Hex Flange Lock NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS. inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm 43 L - MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 68 105 43 102 33 106 ++ ';/ 116 113 111 114 21 22 24 \ 2 26 28 29 18 r IS 44 114_ _121 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 MOWER KEY NO. DECK PART :NO. i,;" 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 40 4i 43 44 45 46 48 49 50 51 52 53 131491 138776 129963 153535 '137266 STD533717 133835 131494 19131316 STD541437 133551 1400B3 140088 STD624003 -137729 133944 13394O 131.340 STD5414i0 139888' 131845 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION " • Rod, Hinge. " Screw Thdrol Hex Head Zinc Mwr Washer, Spacer Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Toploc k, F!anged Bolt Fastner, Christmas Tree Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge Nut Crownlock 3/8_16 UNC Rod, Pivot, with Nibs Rod, Clutch, Secohdary, with Nibs' Guard, Mandrel, L.Ho Retainer ' Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Washer, Hardened Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Bolt, Shoulder #.10-24 Grade 5 Locknut .• .Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Arm Assembly, pad, Brake 106 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 121 128 --- 2029J 140353 132262 17490512 73510500 72110504 137644 133957 73930600 19121414 143723 153390 130794 !4541i Nut, Weld Bracket, Gauge, wheel L.H. Bracket,Gauge, Wheel R,H. Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16_18 UNC Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2 Bolt, Shoutder Wheel, Gauge Nut, Centertock 3/8-16 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x !4 Gauge Bracket Washer Feli Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers. 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32) MowerDeck, Complete (Standard Deck, Order Separately Mulcher Plate a.nd Gauge Wheel . . .: Componentsl Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-12!) NQTE:: .Ati.component dimensions .... ;::.: .!1 inch = 25.4 trim'..". : ."" given , in ' u.s," inches 45 !!i!/, DANA TRANSAXLE- _!(: , MODEL NUMBER 4360-97 " 21 24 36 35 11,=, / 39 / 44 46 55 6 12 47 48 57 / 59 49 50 55 19 ,0 62 63 59 65 67 8 _'_ : _:! : : ' DANA TRANSAXLE 35 36 37 38 105925X 2232J 108978X t10079X TRACTOR. - MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 - MODEL NUMBER 4360-97 Washer Plain .640 X 1o37 x .061 Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .026 Spacer .630 x 1.00 x .169 Assembly, Gear, Combination, 12 Teeth and 35 Teeth 73 120416X Grease NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches t inch = 25.4 mm oI!, i__. !;_l_ii!_!_=_ ..... REPAIR PARTS ; _0_ _ ':_ TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 3 28N707, 917,256522 TYPE NUMBER i 0173-01 230 552 ' 614 @ 634A _' 718 635 337 1022 40 868A 868 1034 1026 45 ++-,+++ • :_r _+ _,_,:;+,,_+r_,_,:+,++ :_++_'_;++_:_'+_:;+,_++_,_;i_ _,_" _';:r:l++ ;_+_+'++ : _'_i_;i+, ¸ +" L'_! "_:q:'_:' _!!_?,:, _+REPAIRPARTS ;i::!, +/ " "'_ " ' _'" "_1¸_+¸ "+_'"_ +_'_'+'_ '+h:_ _','_'_:_,_ += TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 BRiGGS & STRATTON 127 +:+_+_+>_'_?:? 138 106 ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 987 0 !16 21CARBURETOROVERHAUL r' i 1 _;+ • :'' +'• : + , ,+ ++I "%_ 123 "k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. KIT : 0173.01 _+; _+ +_" REPAIR PARTS : TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ; ..... ++r:., +...... ......,. + -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 3 523 20 634A 842 524 868 0173-01 467 537 9 52 363 _524 445 % ' 977 CARBU! 304 1044 + 468 1006 4" _8 50 TRACTOR , - MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 BRiGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 232 216 201 ] 265 601 t 801 728 1090 311 803 • r 544 51¸ KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 95 94098 98 495800 104 231789 ** Screw, Throttle Screw, Idle Speed ** Pin, Float Hinge ** Valve .Float ;.** seat, Inlet Valve Valve; ;Ch'oke,,?: -. ** Jet, NG'edle Valve Valve; Needle ' Carburetor Overhaul Kit Screw, Elbow Mounting Carburel_0rAssembly ** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only) Valye, Throttle Shaft and Lever, Throttle Float, Carburetor "** Gasket, Float Bowl **** Washer, B0wl Shaft and Lever', Choke ** Nozzle, Carburetor ** Pilot, Jet Elbow, Carburetor Stud; Rocker Arm Nut hung !, Cut to Suiti lO5 23 855 t06:23_854 117_:23!858 118 495932 121 _98116 123 94616. 125.498051 127.:;_:-',,." 130 224539 1_1 49.4,379 133 494381 137 281165 138 281164 141 495931 142 231859 147 497472 164 214047 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .009" Screw, Cylinder Head Plug, Oil Drain .Crankshaft Timing Gear Key . Base, Engine * Seal, Oil Screw, Seres, Base Mounting eel and Ring Gear Assembly, ize "J" ;_' _i';_ 27 28 "_' 29 /'" _": 495855 260924 299691 391286 494504 495490 ii: a2 94695 : _'i i!:': _;' ;, i"i_ ":_,:' 32A 33 34 35 37 40 45 46 51 75 i :Ta 94648 495856 495857 262811 224502 224641 262411 496884 272465 224061 e4o_ Piston Rin Rin Rin !Set, Piston, .020" Oversize Rin Set, Piston, ,030" Oversize _ Piston Pin Pin Assy. Piston, Star!dard Size Pin Assy., Piston, .005' OverSize Rod Assembly, Connecting Rod Assembly, Connecting, .020" Undersize Crankpin Bore Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1-57/64 Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1-5/6 Valve, Exhaust Valve, Intake Spring, Valve Guard, Flywheel Retainer, Valve Spring Tappet, Valve Gear, Cam . **** Gasket, Carburetor (Carburetor' to Elbow) (Also Included in Gasket Set, Part 'Number 495993) *** Gasket, Ca.rburetor (Elbow to Cylinder) Stud, Carburetor Mounting Washer', Spring _ Oorow, Pon 'Rocker Arm 209 216 219 222 224 225 227 230 232 238 240 265 284 * *; "i: 262766 490815 495611 94729 495157 493935 94742 262785 262836 394358 221535 947O4 i o0_erh0r ' spdr Link, Gear, Governor Plate, Governor Control Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner Crank, Governor Lever Assembly, Governor Washer, Governor Crank Spring, Governor Link Cap, Valve Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line) Clamp, Casing Screw, Hex Head Included in Gasket Set (495993) Included in Carburetor' Ki! (497535) *** included in both Gasket Set (495993) and Valve Overhaul Kit (495992) **** InciLIcled in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor Kit (497535.) and Carbui'etor Gasket Set (494385) NOTE:All cbmp0n;e_itdimeiis[ons g!ve'n in U.S. inches 1 inuh = 2,5.4 mm Ile_d ..... J ' 5 52 _ TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256522 t_RIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO, NO, 284A 94073 294 810068 304 496280 ,-305 94786 :.;:.':,::. ';_'_::.:i./ ':3d6 225,020 ':3'07i_9_B6: _3'09. _97_;95. 310 _:_97602 .311 497608 .333 495859 ,334 93381 337 491055 ..:_6. 93705. _356' 497708 .358 495993 31_3 19203 •383 - 89838 423 94073 .445 493909 ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28N;t07, TYPE NUMBER DESCRIPTION Screw, Hex Head Screw, Set Housing, Blower Screw, Hex, Head, Blower.HousingMounting .. "Shield,lcyt nder ,:_.'... " . :i'". Se.:te_, _-_'linder.Shleld ' ; Mot6r; Staitei_: ' " • .Bolt',Thru ' Brush Set Armature, Magneto Screw, Sems, Armature Mounting Plug, Spark Screw, Hex Head Wire Assembly Gasket Set Puller, Flywheel Wrench,Spark" Plug Screw, Sems Cartridge, Air Cleaner O173'0i KEY PART , NO, NO, ' DESCRPTION 729A 225170 741 262932 757 21399B 758 399891 759: 298_09,., '7.61: 94_593::i ;;: i ",,783" 280i04_. :: ._ Retainer Geal', :] Link, C G0U'nt_ Pin:'C_ Sqrew_: Geari_i_ Bol ' 802:_,:49_605 "' 803 .497604 842 : 270920 847 ;496415 851 224110 868 49.4435 868A 2726'i0 871 262835 872 =281361 875 495B62 B77 393A56 •947 497157 Wire ning Jntea Bight.:_ v_Igl ASsembly . ntei_ ' cai i;:=5 Cap,.E Hoiisin Sta Ier * Seat,:€ ,Filler Capl : ,:"" FBIGr(: p,'Oil ' ' Terrnina, IgnffionCable *** Seal Asi ;embty, valve *** Gasket Vat_ie '!' :" Bushing, GUide (Intake & Exhaust) Co'¢er, AlrCieaner :. : " Bociy,;Aii"Cle_iner :_.: : : Diode and Cdrinector As,sembly Solen6_d, " bly, Carburetor _asket.Set ' 535 272403 537 281106 544 497603 552 231597 562 92613 592 231082 601 93053 611 493496 614 93306 618 262803 634 281168 634A 491323 634B 281167 635 280872 646 -224546 657 93496 _ 663 94620 668 280848 718 230192 726 _ 392134 727 490324 728• 94627 729 281390 Element, Filter * O-Ring,_AirCleaner Armature, Starter Bushing, Govemor Crank Bott, Carriage Nut, Hex Clamp, Fuel Pipe Elbow, Fuel Pipe Pin, Cotter Spring, Choke Return ** Seal, Choke Shaft *Seal, Governor ** Washer, Throttle Shaft Boot, Spark Plug Brace, Air Cleaner Screw, Sems Screw, Self-Tapping Spacer Pin, Dowel Gear, Ring (Includes Mounting Hardware) Cover, Starter Screw, Hex Head Clip, Wire 1029 1033 1034 1044 1054 105B 1090 495136 224554 495992 495248 94673 270723 272623 497607 RPM Settings: er Arm : ntake Rod, Push Exhaust Arm, Rocker Valve Overhaul Kit Guide Assembly_ Push Rod Screw, Hex Head Tie, Cable Manual, Owner's Retainer, Brush Low: 1650_1850, High." 3200-3400 included in Gasket Set(495993 ) included in Carburetor Kii (497535) Included in both Gasket Set (495993i and Valve Overhaul Kit (495992) **** Included in Gasket Set (495993)i Carburetor Kit (497535) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S. troches _.... 1 inch = 25.4 mm _ ":_ ,53 • _,,,,,,_, 54 . ' Ill t' It'! I'1 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE O1 01 FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHT AND HOLD THIS SKY LINE OR TREE. LEVEL WITH ! 15° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. •,= IIIIIIIIIIIIII CRAFTSMAN+ OWNER'S MA AL 15.5 HP IC ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO, 917.256522 Each tractor has its own model number'_ Each engine has its own model number. The model number for your tractor wi]l be found on the model plate located under the seal The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Retail Stores,. IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: . PRODUCT- TRACTOR 1-800-4-REPAIR ° MODEL NUMBER - 917.256522 (1-800-473-7247) • ENGINE MODEL NO. - 28N707, TYPE NO. 0173-01 ° PART NUMBER FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: ° PART DESCRIPTION Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians., professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you, we service what we sell. 1-800-FON-PART (1-800-366-7278) FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 154114 Rev. 1 2_28.96 JH/KFSW .............................. II' tI"_t_ r= ,, Printed in US.A.