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MODEL 917=252560 OWNER'S MANUAL

oAssemblyo Operationo Customer ResponsibilitBeso Service and Adjustmentso Repair Parts

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CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersIMPORTANT: 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° GENERAL OPERATION

o Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manualand on the machine before starting

o Only allow responsibie adults, who are familiar with theinstructions, 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 mowlng Stopmachine if anyone enters the area,

° Never carry passengers,° Do not mow in reverse unless abselutety necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing

= Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not pointit at anyone Do not operate the mower without either theentire grass catcher or the guard in place

', Slow down before turning

- Never leave a running machine unattended, Always turn offblades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keysbefore dismounting

o Turn off blades when not mowing,

,, Stop engine before removing grass catcher or uncloggingchute

" Mow only in daylight or good artificial light,

o Do not operate the machine while under the influence ofalcohol or drugs

" Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways,

o Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine intoa trailer or truck,

I1. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipoveraccidents, which can resutt in severe injury or death All slopesrequire extra caution If you cannot back up the slope er ifyou feetuneasy en it, do not mow it.

DO:

° Mow up and down slopes, not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc,

o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps, Uneven terrain couldoverturn the machine,, Talf grass can hide obstacles

. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you wil$ not haveto stop or shift while on the slope,

" Foilow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheelweights or counterweights to'improve stability

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachmentsThese can change the stability of the machine

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do notmake 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 theslope,

DO NOT:

o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowlyand gradually downhill, if possible,Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments Themower couid suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edgeof a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in,,

o Do not mow on wet grass,. Reduced traction could causesliding,

o Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on theground.

o Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes,

IlL CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children, Children are often attracted to the machineand the mowing activity Never assume that children will rema=nwhere you last saw them

o Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchfulcare of another responsible adult,

° Be alert and turn machine elf if children enter the area

° Before and when backing, look behind and down for smallchildren

° Never carry children They may fall off and be seriouslyinjured or interfere with safe machine operation,

° Never allow children to operate the machine,

o 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 areffammable and vapors are explosive

Use only an approved container

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the enginerunning Allow engine to cool before refuefing Do notsmoke

Never refuel the machine indoors

Never store the machine or fuel container inside wherethere 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, tightand keep equipment in good condition

,, Never tamper with safety devices, Check their properoperation regularly

o Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-upClean oll or fuel spillage,, Allow machine to cool beforestoring,

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.Repair, if necessary, before restarting,.

o Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running,

= Grass catchercomponents are subject to wear, damage, anddeterioration, which could expose moving parts or allowobjects to be thrown. Frequently check components andreplace with manufacturer s recommended parts, when nec-essary

o Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade(s) orwear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.,

o Check brake operation frequently, Adjust and service asrequired

& .............................m.o- r-Look for this symbol to point out itant safety precautions, it means !CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.nu

CAUTION: Always disconnect sparkplug wire and place wire where it cannotcontact spark plug in order to preventaccidental starting when setting up,transporting, adjusting or makingrepairs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a SearsTractor° It has been designed, engineered and manufac-tured to give you the best possible dependability andperformance,,

Should you experience any problem you cannot easilyremedy, please contact your nearest Sears AuthorizedService CenteriDepartmenL We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repairthis tractor.,

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions willenable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properlyAlways observe the "SAFETY RULES'.

MODELNUMBER 917.252560

SERIALNUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUN DON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER ANDDATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACEFOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTA Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-uct, Contact your nearest Sears store for detaiiso

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBQLITUESo Read and observe the safety rules.o Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.o Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

PRODUCT SPFECUFRCATIONSHORSEPOWER: t9..0

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3..5GALLONSAND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SFtSG); SAE 30 (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OiLcaPaciTY: a,0P NTSSPARK PLUG: CHAMPfON RJ-19LM(GAP: ..030") STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: iNTAKE: 004" - .006"EXHAUST: .007" - 009"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:1st 1.142nd 1503rd 2 344th 3.505th 4506th &70

REVERSE: 1..80

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSiREAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT, LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internalcombustion engine and should not be used on or near anyunimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equippedwith a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws(if any)., tf a spark arrester is used, it should be maintainedin effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)..Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply onfederal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is availablethrough your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this rnanual).

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LIMgTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRnC START RUDING EQUmPMENTFor two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to theinstructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in matedal orworkmanship,

This Warranty does not cover:

° Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belt&° Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.o Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual° Riding equipment used for commercialor rental purposes.

LIMITF_.D90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERYFor ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material orworkmanship and our testing determinesthe battery wii! not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICECENTER/DEPARTMENT iN THE UNITED STATES

ThisWarranty gives you specific regalrights, and you may afso have other rights which may vary fromstate to state,

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CQ, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179.... ,, , ............... , r, u i,,, I, i

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TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3CUSTOIVtE R RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18WARRANTY .................................................................. 3TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5ASSEMBLY ............................................................. 7-10OPERATION .......................................................... 11-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 19-24STORAGE ................................................................... 25TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 26-27REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 30-47REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-53PARTS ORDERINGISERVlCE ............... BACK COVER

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Accessories ...................................................5

Adjustments'.Brake ....................................................21Carburetor ...................................... 24Mower

Front-To-Back ........................... 20Side-To-Side ...................................20

Throttle Control Cable ........................23

Air Filter, Engine ................................ 17-18

Air Screen, Engine ................................ t8

Assembly ........................................... 7-I0

BBattery:

Charging ............................................. 8Cleaning .................................................17Installation ..............................................9Levels ..........................................................8,16Preparation ...............................................8Starting with Weak Battery ..............22Storage ...................................................25Terminals .................................................17

Belt:Motion Drive

Remova!/Replacement ..............21Mower Blade(s)

Removal/Replacement ........... 21Blade:

Sharpening ..................................... 16Replacement .................................... t6

Brake Adjustment .................................. 21

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Carburetor Adjustment ................ .......... 24Controls, Tractor ................................... 11

Customer Responsibilities ................t5-18Engine:

Air Filter .................................. 17-18Air Screen, Engine ...................... 18Cooling Fins, Engine ................. 18Engine Oil .................................. 17Fuel Filter ..................................... ! 8Spark Plug(s) .................................18

Tractor:Battery ........................................................17Blade ................................................t 6Lubrication Chart ........................ 15Maintenance Schedule ............ 15Tire Care .............................. 8,16,22Transaxle ..........................................17

Cutting Height, Mower ...............................12

EElectrical:

Interlocks and Relays ................... 23Schematic ............................................29Wiring Diagram ................................30

Engine:Air Filter ............................................. 18Air Screen ..........................................18Cooling Fins, Engine ........................18Oil Change ....................................... 17Oil Level ..........................................13,17Oil Type ..................................................17Preparation ................................ 13Repair Parts .................................30-47Starting ....................................................14Storage ........................................... 25

FFilter:

Air Filter ........................................17-18Fuel ...................................................17-18

Fuel:Type ........................................................13Storage ......................................... 25

Fuse ...................................................... 23

HHood Removal/Installation .................. 23

LLeveling Mower Deck ................................20Lubrication:

Chart ......................................................15

MMaintenance Schedule .......................... 15Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ............. 20Adjustment, Side-to_Side .................20Blade Sharpening ............................t6Blade Replacement ........................ 16Cutting Height ............................... 12Installation ........................................ 19Operation ...........................................13Removal ................ _........................... 19

Mowing Tips ............................................. 14Muffler ...................................................... 18

Spark Arrester ...............................3,40

Oil:

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Cold Weather Conditions ........ 13,17Engine ......................................... 13,17Storage ............................................ 25

Operation ................................................11-14

Operating Mower .....................................13

Options:Accessories .............................................5Spark Arrester ............................... 3,40

PParking Brake ................................................12

Parts Bag .........................................................6

Parts, Replacement!Repair ..............30-47Product Specifications .....................................3

RRepair Parts ...................................... 30-47

SSafety Rules ..................................................2Seat .................................................................8

Service and Adjustments ...................19-24Carburetor ...............................................24Fuse ........................................................23Hood Removal/Installation ..............23Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ...............21Mower Belt(s)

Removal/Replacement ............ 21Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back ...................................20Side-to-Side ......................................20

Mower Removal ....................................19Tire Care ......................................8,16,22

Slope Guide Sheet ...................................55Spark Plug(s) ........................................... t 8

Specifications ..................................................3Starting the Engine .............................13-14

Steering Wheel ..........................................7,22

Stopping the Tractor ................................12

Storage ................................................................25

TThrottle Control Cable Adjustment ...... 23Tires ......................................................8,16,22

Trouble Shooting Chart ........................26-27Transaxte ............................................... 17

WWarranty ........................................................3

Wiring Diagram ................................. 29

-Wiring Schematic ..........................................30

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchasedMost Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor

ENGnNEESPARK PLUG

GGAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER

%MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wlde variety of attachments that fit your tractor Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can helpyou. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changesmay be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be avaifabIe or fit your model. Contact your nearest Sears store for theaccessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easyattaching and detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn, Ta-pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discspuncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in..Steel weight tray for increased penetration°

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for ahealthier, nearer looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold30-gallon plastic bags

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plusaccessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover,protective mat and dolly

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois-ture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 364nch swath. 24hardened steel coring tips. 150 Ib capacity weight tray

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster..FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reducechances of "scalping" on uneven terrain,

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or3 pull-behind attachments at once,such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,carts or other heavy attachments)GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reducechances of "scalping" on uneven terrain For mower decks not soequipped.

MULCH RAKFJDETHATOHER loosens soil and flips thatch andmatted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup.. Twenty spring fineteeth, Useful to prepare bare areas foreeeding. Available for frontor rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTtONSPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 364nch wide path andtosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor,

MULCHING CLOSE*OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets youmulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) withoutchanging blades. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertiblemowers. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of thismanual.

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from apickup truck.. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x I0 lumber.

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 184nchdiameterwater-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight° Roundededges prevent harm to turf, Adjustable scraper automaticallycleans drum.

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only. 14-inch high, 48-inch wideblade clears 42-inch path when angled left or right. Raises, lowerswith side lever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraperbar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbarweight..)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath Drum-type auger handlespowdery and web'heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pinarrangement Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat., 6-inchdiameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled attractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or reardrawbar weight..)SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to thetractor battery or other 12-volt source.. Includes booms forautomatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying, Wandhas adjustable spray pattern° For applying herbicides, insectFcides, fungicides and Iiquid fertilizers

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,cultivate and compost garden residue,r Tiller has its own built-inlift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch..Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractordrawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit fordethatching, aerating, hilling., .without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large crosslinks give smooth ride, outstanding traction_

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steelframe, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degreevisibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keepsoperatorwarmand dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sunprotector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves,,Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reachplaces° VAC/CH1PPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications.Uses (1) 55 Ib weight,.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction forsnow removal or dozing heavy materials.

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK.... , ............. ................ ..:. ...... ,,,,,.............. ,..............

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

© (2) SheetMetal

Screws#10-16 x 1/2

(1) Locknut 3/8-24(1) Large Flat Washer

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(1) Shoulder Bott 5/16-18 (1) Hex Boft 1/2-13 x 1

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

......o(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 __

(_-_ <2)_Ve,dNuts_1o"_==j/(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x t6 Gauge

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

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(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Washers 9t32 x 5t8 x 16 Gauge(2) Lock Washers 1/4

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Parts packed separately in carton,i........ lU................

Seat

Steering Wheel

UParts Bag

SteeringBoot

MulcherPlate

Battep2 acid

Owner's Manual

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

//_1 (2) GaugeWheels

(2) Shoulder \_iJ (2) Washers 3/8Bolts x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Steering _ (2) Center-Wheel _ lock NutsAdapter

@ teeringBushing

Assemblys

15° Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

_ SteerlnngeV_/heel

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Battery Capsand Instructions

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes,To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely° Usethe correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLYA socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier. Standardwrench sizes are listed°

(!) 5/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) Phillips screwdriver

Utility knife

Tire pressure gauge

(1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, itmeans when you are in the operating position (seatedbehind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartonsfrom carton (See page 6)_

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four cornersof carton, and lay panels flat.

= Check for any additional loose parts or cartons andremove,

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF SKID

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=_ , _ STEERING WHEEL

STEER,NG 2 #.%

STEERING BOOTTABS

STEERING SHAFT(ASSEMBLY

POSITION) _

STEERING SHAFT(SHIPPINGPOSITION)

,, TAB SLOT

FIG. 1

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

= Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft.

o Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dashline up with steering bushing. Install two (2) sheetmetal screws and tighten securely.

o Position steering boot over steering shaft.

o Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash andpush down to secure°

• Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shafL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointingstraight forward.

o Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

o Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 Iocknut andtighten securely,,

= Snap steering wheel insert into center of steeringwheel.

= Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.IMPORTANT:CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLESINSKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTORIS TO ROLL OFF SKID

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKiD (See Fig. 7)

o Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

o Release parking brake by depressing clutchlbrakepedal,,

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.° Roll tractor backwards off skid.

o Remove banding holding discharge guard up againsttractor.

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY (See Figs, 2A and 2B)

Wash hands or clothing immediately ifaccidentally in contactwith battery acid,Do not smoke. Fumes from chargedbattery acid are explosive.Read the instructions included with thebattery vent caps, Always wear gloves,clothing and goggles to protect yourhands, skin and eyes.

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-cient for normal use° However, periodic charging of thebattery with an automotive charger will extend its lifeo See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag.o Lift hood to raised position.o Remove battery from tractor to fit! with acid and charge.,

To remove battery, remove terminal guard and batterybolts securing battery to tractor.

• Fill battery with acid, Fill each cell until it reaches thebottom of the vent wells.. Do not overfi]t.

o Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirtyminutes. After standing, check the battery ceil acidlevel If below the vent wells, add more acid until thecorrect level is reached.

While battery is standing (after adding acid) and Pater,whilebattery is being charged, continue with assembly of tractor.IMPORTANT; TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOURBATTERY, IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BECHARGED BEFORE USE. FAILURE TO CHARGEBATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERYLIFE,,• Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for I hour° Use

a 12 volt battery charger, Observe all safety precau-tions required for battery charging,

. Check the acid level after the battery is charged, if theacid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled oriron free water.

o Install the vent caps to cover the vent weIIs., Wash thetop of the battery with water to remove any acid, thenwipe dry_

o Check battery case for leakage to make sure that nodamage has occurred in handling.

o Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid fordisposal by adding it to two gallons of water in a fivegallon plastic container. Stir with a wooden or plasticpaddle while adding baking soda until the addition ofmore soda causes no more foaming,,

o Follow instructions on how to install battery.

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TERMINALGUARD

BATTERYBOLTS

FIG. 2A

CUT AWAY VIEW S VENT CAP

_.,, BATTERY

FIG. 2B

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_

= Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder boll

o Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washerloosely., Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulder bott securely.

= Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached whichallows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the waydown.

o Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

o Raise seat andtighten adjustment bolt securely°

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDERBOLT

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ADJUSTMENTBOLT

LARGE FLATWASHER

LOCK WASHER

8 FIG. 3

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CHECK TiRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory forshipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important forbest cutting performance.o Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properlyleveled_ See '`TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section of this manual.

CH_CK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALLBELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion andmower bfade drive belts in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual Verify that the belts are routedcorrectly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEMAfter you learn how to operate your tractor, check to seethat the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUSTBRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of thismanual

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4A and 4B)....... ,,,, ,,,

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-nals. Before installing battery, removemetal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings, etc.Positive terminal must be connectedfirst to prevent sparking from acciden-tal grounding."

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• Lift hood to raised position.= Be sure battery drain tube has not come loose and is

securely attached to drain in battery tray.• Lower battery into battery tray with terminals to front of

tractor,

o Position terminal guard over battery and install batterybolts through guard mounting holes and into threadedfasteners on support plate.

o Tighten battery bolts securely, but do not over tighten.o Open terminal access doors,o First connect RED battery cable to positive (+)battery

terminal with hex bolt, ftat washer, lock washer and hexnut as shown. Tighten securely.

° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) batteryterminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lockwasher and hex nut. Tighten securely.

o Close terminal access doors.Use terminal access doors for:

o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-ware).

- Inspection for corrosion.o Testing battery... Jumping (if required),• Periodic charging..

•s ""°..,._._._.:.,._" GUARD

_"° _/./_"_ _ BATTERY

THREADED __lJ TRAY

\_._' DRAIN TUBE

FIG. 4A

HEX NUT

LOCK FLAT WASHERWASHER

HEX BOLT

TERMINALACCESSDOOR

POSITIVE(RED)CABLE

NEGATIVE{BLACK)CABLE

FIG. 4B

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWERDECK (See Fig. 5)Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

o Adjust mowerto desired cutting height (See ''TO AD-JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT' in the Operationsection of this manual)°

o With mower in desired height of cut position, gaugewheels should be assembled so they are slightly off theground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole withshoulder bolt, 3/8 washer and 3/8-16 Iocknut andtighten securely°

o Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel insame adjustment hole.

GAUGE WHEELMOUNTINGBRACKET

LOCKNUT

318 WASHER

GAUGE WHEEL"

SHOULDER BOLT

FIG. 5

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ASSE#BLY

iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 6A & 68)o Install two latch hooks to mutcher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assembte weld nut to latch hook by insertingweld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

o Tighten hardware securety_

o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position..

= Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deckopening and slide into place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck_

_ i cAUTION: DO not remove discharge ..... iguard from mower. Raise and hold i

_, guard when attaching mulcher plate R! t and allow it to rest on plate while in

opera tion. _____._j

DEFLECTORSHIELD

FiG. 6B

HOOKS

TO CONVERT TO BAGGaNG ORDISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place,Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation ofoptional grass catcher accessory

HOOK POINTSWELD NUT DOWN

LOCKWELD.

NUT _ WASHER

LATCHHOOK

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHERPLATE

LOCKWASHER

WASHER

WELDNUT

FiG. 6A

J CHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEWTRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVETHE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROMTHIS QUALITY PRODUCT

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

V" All assembly instructions have been complete&

v" No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/" Battery is properly prepared and charged° (Minimum1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely

v" All tires are properly 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 cutting results. (Tires must beproperly inflated for leveling).

_," Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routedproperly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

•/ Check wiringo See that all connections are still secureand wires are propedy clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAYEXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANTITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level°

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleadedgasoline

,/ Become familiar with all controts - their location andfunction. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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il OPERATBONKNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THUS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Comparethe illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself withthe locations of various controls and adjustments_ Savethis manual for future reference,

CHOKE

LIGHT SWITCH

CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL

THROTTLECONTROL

ATTACHMENTCLUTCHLEVER LIFT LEVERAMMETER PLUNGER

]

IGNITIONSWITCH

ATTACHMENTLIFT LEVER

PARKINGBRAKE LEVER

HEIGHTADJUSTMENTKNOB .GEARSHIFT

LEVER

FIG. 7

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used for starting and controllingengine speed°CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting a cold engine.

CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL: Used for clutching and brakingthe tractor and starting the engine°

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the mowercutting height.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping theengine.LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off_

AMMETER: Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) ofbattery°

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage themower blades, or other attachments mounted to yourtractor.LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position°ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the

mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor,PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Locks Clutch/Brake Pedal intothe brake position,

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction oftractor.

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OPERATION........ ,,,,,,,, ,, ,,,,,, ,, ........................ , .........

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

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)Your tractor is equipped withan operator presence sensingswitch,, When engine is running, any attempt by theoperator to leave the seat without first setting the parkingbrake will shut off the engine.o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

o Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position andrelease pressure from clutch/brake pedat. Pedal shouldremain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brakewill hold tractor secure._

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)MOWER BLADES -

o Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-sition

GROUND DRIVE -

o Depress clutch/brake pedal into fuft "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 atlowing engine to idle before stopping maycause engine to "backfire".• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to preventunauthorized use.,

o Never use choke to stop engine.NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standingidle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases maycause "browning" of grass, To eliminate this possibility,always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas,

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-pletely, as described above, before leav-ing the operator's position; to emptygrass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)Always operate engine at futl throttle.o Operating engine at less than fult throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.o Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine,Do not use to start a warm engine°o To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage,

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TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD(See Fig, 8)The direction and speed of movement is controlled by thegearshift lever,• Start tractor with clutch!brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.o Move gearshift lever to desired position.= Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.,IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOPBEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURETO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOURTRANSAXLE.,

AT_'ACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER"ENGAGED" POSITION

CHOKECONTROL IGNITION KEY

THROTTLECONTROL

"DISENGAGED"POSITION

PARKING BRAKE"BRAKE"POSITION POSITION

CLUTCHIBRAKEPEDAL"DRIVE"POSITION

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT

GEARSHIFTLEVER

FIG. 8

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-ment knob in desired direction.

o Turn knob clockwise ((_) to raise cutting height.

o Turn knob counterclockwise (_---_)to lower cuttingheight.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". Theheights are measured from the ground to the blade tip withthe engine not running. These heights are approximateand may vary depending upon soil conditions, height ofgrass and types of grass being mowed.o The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inchesduring hot months. For heatthier and better lookinglawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

o For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches inheight should be mowed twice. Make the first cutrelatively high; the second to desired height.

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) ° Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you haveallowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing movement.switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat withthe engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will o To restart movement, slowly release parking brake andshut off the engine, clutch/brake pedal.

• Select desired height of cut o Make all turns slowly,

= Lower mower with attachment lift control.

o Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutchcontrol°

, TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachmentclutch controt.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mowerwithout either the entire grass catcher,on mowers so equipped, or the dis-charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENTCLUTCH LEVER"DISENGAGED"POSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER"ENGAGED" POSITION

LIFT LEVER"HIGHEST"

LOWESTPOSITION

DISCHARGEGUARD

FIG. 9

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

I ,_ CAUTION: Do not drive up or downhills with slopes greater than 15° anddo not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or downhills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills°

o If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever toslower position,,

o If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake_edal quickly to brake position and engage parkingrake.

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TO TRANSPORT,, Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach_

ment lift control

° When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshiftlever is in neutral (N) position.

o Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPHo

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transportingyour tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closedand secured to tractor.. Use an appropriate means of tyinghood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.)o

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)= The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil

= Check engine oit with tractor on level ground.

o Remove oil fit lcap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert thedipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,remove and read oil level If necessary, add oil until"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached, Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil foreasier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in theCustomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

o To change engine oil, see the Customer ResponsibitFties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

o Fitl fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleadedgasoline. (Use of leaded gasolinewiil increase carbonand lead oxide deposits and reduce vafve life).

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURESBELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADEGASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHERSTARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blendedfuels (calted gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) canattract moisture which Ieads to separation and formation ofacids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuelsystem of an engine while in storage. To avoid engineproblems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-age of 30 days or Ionger. Drain the gas tank, start theengine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor areempty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-tions for additional information. Never use engine orcarburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanentdamage may occur°

=

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank Ifiller neck. Do notoverfilL Wipe offany Ispilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or I

use gasoline near an open flame. I: :1 ,i i, i i , m u i ..............................

OPEIRATUO

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has runout of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel fromthe tank to the engine

o Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake

o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

° Pull choke control out to choke (N) position for coldengine start. For warm engine start do not use chokecontrol..

• Move throttle control to midway between fast (,t_) andslow (,_) positions.

o Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to"START"position and release key as soon as engine starts. Donot run starter continuously for more than fifteenseconds per minute,. If engine does not start afterseveral attempts, move throttle control to fast (._,)position, wait a few minutes and try again,

o When engine starts, slowly push choke control in..

. Move throttle control to fast (.f_) position

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes beforeengaging drive or attachments,.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in coldtemperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixturemay need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust-ments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS= Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor.

. Mower should be properly leveled for best mowingperformance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

. The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-ming,

o Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the areathat has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of themachine. This will result in _amore even distribution ofclippings and more uniform cutting..

- When mowing large areas, start by turning to the rightso that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,fences, driveways, etc,. After one or two rounds, mowin the opposite direction making left hand turns untilfinished (See Fig 10 )4

o If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice toreduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-pings° Make first cut relatively high; the second to thedesired height°

o Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plugmower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass todry before mowing,.

° Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing toassure better mowing performance and proper dis-charge of material, Regulate ground speed by select-ing a low enough gear to give the mower cuttingperformance as well as the quality of cut desired_

° When operating attachments, select a ground speedthat will suit the terrain and give best performance ofthe attachment being used

f

FIG, 10

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEPMOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS ANDTRASH CLEAN AFTER EACH USE,

o The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-pings many times and reduce them in size so that asthey fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grassand not be noticed Also, the mulched grass wiltbiodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speedas this will provide the best recurring action of theblades

- Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tendsto form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut areawill not be exposed to the direct sun,

o For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so thatthe mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grassblades (See Fig. 11)..For extremely heavy mulching,reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

MAX 1/3

14

FIG. 1!

o Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-quire that an area be mulched a second time tocompletely hide the clippings. When doing a secondcut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path,

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mownorth to south one week then change to east to west thenext week. This will help prevent matting and grainingof the lawn,.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATES __£J .'o" O ',5_ _,..,_vj .{'. _._ _,J p"

AS YOU COMPLETE __,_SE__RREGULAR SERVICE VtCE DATES.......... ,,,, _,_, , ,,, .........

Check Brake Operation _ _#_

Check"-Fire Pressu;e _ _'

T Check forLoose Fasteners ................t_ _/7 6/

R "Sharpen/Repl'a'ce Mower Blades $##4

cA .....................Lub;i'ca'iion Chart _ _ ,

Ch__eck Battery Level/Recharge _ l "

0 Clean Batteryand Terminals _ _ ........

R Check Transaxle Coot!rig ....................... _4'

AdjustBlade Be]t(Si"T'ension _'s

Adjust Mq,tion,,,Drive Belt,(s) Tension ..............I .... 64#s , ......................

Check Engine Oil Level 6/' 6_ ,,ChangeEng neOii ' e" .......... V' . . i --E €leanAi;Fi'lter....... ¢* ................N ,C lean Air Screen , 64_'2 ...............

G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester _1'

t Replace"'(_i[Filter (if equipped) 6_I,2

N Clean"Engine Cooling Fins _'2I=

Replace Spark Plug 6/

Replace Air Filler Paper Cartridge 6/'2 ......

Replace Fuel Filter ,,1 .................. 6/'

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy ;cad or in high ambient temperatures2 - Service more often when operating in dirty Ot dusty conditions3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil avery 50 hours4 - Replace blades more olten when mowing t_ sandy soil

5 - if equipped with adjustable system6 - Not requited if equipped with maietenance-lree battery7 - Tighten front axle pivot boll to 35 It 4bs maximum

Do r_etovertlghten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that havebeen subjected to operator abuse or negligence. Toreceive full value from the warranty, operator must maintaintractor as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically toproperly maintain your tractor

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual should be checked at least once each season.

o Once a year you should replace the spark plug, cleanor replace air filter, and check blades and belts forwear,. A new spark plug and clean air filter assureproper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run betterand last longer..

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

, Check brake operation

o Check tire pressure.- Check for loose fasteners.

(_) SPI

LUBRICATION CHART

PINDLE ZERK (_)

(_ _ FRONT WHEEL (_)BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

ENGINE (_)

CCLUTCHPIVOT{S)

15

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

I_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTSWHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRI-CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTENTHE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. tF YOUFEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW.,DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-nance,

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distanceat high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-ments section of this manual).

TIRES

o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD*UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

. Keep tires free of gasoline, oit, or insect control chemi-cals which can harm rubber.

= Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects andother hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp.. Re-place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

° Remove hex bolt, Iock washer and fiat washer securingblade.

o Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge uptowards deck as shown,

, Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer inexact order as shown.

- Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft, Lbs. torque).IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT 1SGRADE 8 HEATTREATED

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade * but if youdo, be sure the blade is balanced_

----_ MANDREL

__ ASSEMBLY

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIEDBY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 12

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Anunbalanced blade will cause excessive vibralon and even-tuat damage to mower and engine.

. The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grindingwheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

. To check blade balance, you wii need a 5/8" diametersteei bolt, pin, or a cone balancer (When using a conebalancer, fotow the instructions supplied with baFancer),

° Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel boltor pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground,If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontalposition, tf either end of the blade moves downward,sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade., The lobes ofthe center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

j'/

I/ >

eta'BOLT.J "_k.l/',_OR PIN _

FIG. 13

BATTERY (See Fig. 14)

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of thebattery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

= Acid solution level in each battery cell should be evenwith bottoms of vent wells. Add only distilled or iron freewater if necessary. Do not overfill,

, Keep battery and terminals clean,

, Keep battery bolts tight°

• Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps open.

o Recharge at 6 amperes for I hour.

CUT AWAY VIEW VENT CAP

VENTWELL

BATTERYCELL ACIDLEVEL

FIG. 14

16

CUSYOME RESPONSUBIUVIESTO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can causethe battery to "leak" power+= Remove terminal guard,• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED

battery cable and remove battery from tractor,,', Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of

baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not toget the soda solution into the cells,,Rinse the battery with plain water and dry,

. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wirebrush until bright°

= Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly= Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual),,

V-BELTSCheck V-betts for dete rioration and wear after 100 hours ofoperation and replace if necessary. The belts are notadjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff whichcan restrict cooting_

ENGINE

o After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plugand tighten securely.

o Refill engine with oit through oil fill dipstick tube. Pourslowly. Do not overfill For approximate capacity see"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of thismanual

. Use gauge on oil flit dipstick for checking level Be suredipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading+Keep oil at "FULL" tire on dipstick,,

FIG. 15

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API serviceclassification SF or SG Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

_F .20" 0_ 30 _ 32 _ 40" 60 _ 80+ 100 +

°c +30° +2_o 4;° bo 1;o _0+ _0° +;°TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O+L CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oilswill result in increased oil consumption when used above32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoidpossible engine damage from running tow on oil+Change the oil after the first two hours of operation andevery 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if thetractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engineand after each eight (8) hours of operation, Tighten oil fillcap/dipstick securely each time you check the oi! level°TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig+iS)Determine temperature range expected before oil change,,All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG• Be sure tractor is on level surface.° Oil will drain more freely when warm.o Catch oil in a suitable container.

o Remove oil fill dipstick.. Be careful not to allow dirt toenter the engine when changing oil+

° Remove drain plug.

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CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to preventengine damage from overheating° Clean with a wire brushor compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gumfibers.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.Clean the foam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hours ofoperation or every season. Service paper cartridge every!00 hours or every season, whichever occurs first+

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

° Slide foam pre-cieaner off cartridge.

° Wash it in liquid detergent and water°

- Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth°

• Saturate it in engine oiL Wrap it in clean, absorbentcIoth and squeeze to remove excess oil,

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner,

o Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

. Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s)+TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.

o Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris fromentering carburetor.

o Clean cartridge by tapping gentiy on flat surface. If verydirty or damaged, reptace cartridge

o Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precteaner, coverand secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH ASKEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THECARTRIDGE, THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OFTHE CARTRIDGE, DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE, DO NOTUSE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRYCARTRIDGE

WING

FOAM

CARTRIDGEPLATE

AIR SCREEN

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 16

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 17)Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins toprevent engine damage from overheating° Air guide coversmust be removed. Remove side panets and hood (See "TOREMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Serviceand Adjustments section of this manual)

TOP AIRGUIDE COVE

ENGINECOOLING FINS

-\

,_AIR GUIDE COVER(BOTH SIDES)

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrestor (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowingseason or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comesfirst. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)The fuel filter shoutd be replaced once each season If fue_filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,replacement is required.

o With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel Jinesections

o Place new fuei filter in position in fue! fine with arrowpointing towards carburetor.

o Be sure there are no fueI line Eeaks and clamps areproperly positioned

o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP CLAMP

FUELF,

FIG. 18

CLEANmNG° 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 yourtractor unIess the electrical system, muffler, air filter andcarburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in enginecan result in a shortened engine fife.

FIG. 17

18

m_ ............. i i i,,,,i,i1,1,, I i ji

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSi , ,,i,, ,,i ......... ,,11

I @

o

o

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key,Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped,Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact withplug,

, i i,11,111,, i

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tracto r.

, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

o Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to itslowest position

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

, Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removingretainer spring

° Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket byremoving retainer spdng.

= Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck bracketsby removing retainer springs°

o Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainersprings,,

o Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms, Slide mowerout from under tractor,

IMPORTANT: tF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THEMOWER tS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, THER.H. AND L,H. SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVEDFROM TRACTOR

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)° Raise attachment lift {ever to its highest position°

= Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to rightside of tractor°

o Lower lift lever to its lowest position.o Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

CLUTCH LEVER

SUSPENSIONARMS

RETAINERSPRING

ENGINEPULLEY

RETAINERSPRING

ANTI-SWAY BARRETAINER RETAINERSPRINGS SPRINGS(BOTH SIDES) (BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 19

19

SE CE AN ADJUSTMENTSTO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground ordriveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjustyour mower_

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

° At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure heightfrom bottom edge of mower to ground.. Distance"A" onboth sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on oneside of mower only

o To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustmentnut on that side.

° To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustmentnut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mowerheight about 1/8"o

o Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGEOF MOWER TO OF MOWER TOGROUND GROUND

FIG. 20

SUSPENSIONARM

LIFT LINKADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 21

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs.. 22 and 23)IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. tFTHE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT ISNECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKSEQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housingshould be adjusted so that the front is approximately t/4" to3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highestposition.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure dis-tance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottomedge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, check thatboth front links are equal in length. Both links should beapproximately 10-3/8"o

• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to samelength as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both frontlinks an equal number of turns_

o When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front thanrear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both frontlinks

- To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F"from trunnion onboth front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links anequal number of turns,

o When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front thanrear, tighten nut"F" against trunnion on both front links.

- Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

.-. % oo] .,/MANDREL

FIG. 22

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "E"

LINKS TRUNNION

20 FIG, 23

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SERVmCE AN ADJUSTMENTS........ i,ii ,,,i,,,,11,ii,l,i

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

,,, i .......... i ¸

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 24)The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

o Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVEMOWER" in this section of this manuaI),

o Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys°

, Pull belt away from mower_

BELT INSTALLATION -° Install new belt in reverse order of removal.,

o Make sure belt is in al{ pulley grooves and inside atl beltguides.Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

NUT "A"

M NUT

ERATING

M

FIG. 25

MANDREL PULLEY IDLER PULLEYS

MANDRELPULLEY

FIG. 24

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal onbottom side of left footrest,

. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in thissection of this manuaL)

° Remove upper belt keeper,,

. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.o Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt

upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-ers.

o Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwardsfrom around engine pulley,,

. Install new belt by reversing above procedure.IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER ISPOSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS,

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake systemwhich is mounted on the right side of the transaxie,

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distanceat high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted,

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake,.

. Measure distance between brake operating arm andnut "A" on brake rod.

° If distance is other than 1-I/2", loosen jam nut and turnnut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2L Retighten jamnut against nut "A".

. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as statedabove,, Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance isstill greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, furthermaintenance is necessary° Contact your nearestauthorized service centeddepartment,

PULLEY

IDLER

IDLER

PULLEY

TABS

KEEPER

FIG. 26

21

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTSTO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)when wheeis are positioned straight forward, remove steer-ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assemblysection of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-INICAMBER

The front wheet toe-in and camber are not adjustable onyour tractor, if damage has occurred to affect the frontwheel toe4n or camber, contact your nearest authorizedservice center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 27)o Block up axle securely.

= Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to aflowwheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Donot lose).

o Repair tire and reassemble_

° On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel huband axle. Insert square key,,

. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely inaxle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAININGRING

AXLE COVER

|

(REARWHEELONLY)

FIG_27

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 28)

CAUTION; Lead-acid batteries gener- J

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame Iand smoking materials away from bat-teries. Always wear eye protectionwhen around batteries.

your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should berecharged.. If "jumper cables" are used for emergencystarting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHERVEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVEGROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTORBATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to shortagainst chassis.,

° Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-TIVE (-) terminal of ful{y charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to goodCHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tankand battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

o BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fullycharged battery

o RED cable last from both batteries,

"POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE"(-)

PANELBOLT

FIG. 28

22

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TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

o Raise hood,

° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of thegrill

- Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securelyback into the hole in the backside of the grill.

° Close hood°

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to runpoorty, stop running, or prevent it from starting,

- Check wiring., See electrical wiring diagram in RepairParts section of this manual

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTSi

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse, Thefuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig, 29),, Raise hood.

. Unsnap headlight wire connector,

, Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tiltforward and lift off of tractor.

° To reinstall, slide hood pivot brackets into slots inframe

• Reconnect headlight wire connector and close hood,

HOOD

HEADLIGHTWIRECONNECTOR

FIG. 29

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 30)The throttle control has been preset at the factory andadjustment should net be necessary. Check adjustment asdescribed below before loosening cable if adjustment isnecessary, proceed as follows:

o With engine not running, move throttle controftever tofast (,_) posifion_

= Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle. If itis not, loosen cable clamp screw and pul! cable backuntil swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten cableclamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 31)

The choke control has been preset at the factory andadjustment should not be necessary° Check adjustment asdescribed below before loosening cable If adjustment isnecessary, proceed as follows:

. With engine not running, move choke control (locatedon dash panel) to full choke (IXI) position.

o Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate toexpose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in theCustomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

= Choke should be closed° If it is not, loosen casingclamp screw and move choke cable until choke iscompletely closed Tighten casing clamp screw se-curely

• Reassemble air cleaner°

CLAMP SCREW

QUARTERCIRCLE

SWIVEL

FIG, 30

CHOKE

CASINGCLAMPSCREW

CHOKELEVER

FIG. 3123

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSiii i ,,U,l,ll,,ll,,l=ll,,i .... i,, ,_ ...... _,_-, ,,,11,_1

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

(See Figs. 32 and 33)The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-ment should not be necessary° However, minor adjust-ment may be required to compensate for differences infuel,temperature, altitude or Ioado If the carburetor does needadjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the mixture screw in (clockwise) de-creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the mixture screw out (counterclock-wise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving aricher fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT-- DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THESEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW ISTURNED IN TOO TIGHT

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttlecontrol cable and choke are adjusted properly (seeabove)_

o With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise)closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-wise) 1-1/4 to 1_1/2 turns

FINAL SETTING -

° Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Makefinal adjustments with engine running and shift/motioncontrol lever in neutral (N) position.

= With throttle control lever in slow (._) position, holdthrottle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idlespeed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

° While still holding throttle lever against idle speedscrew, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) untilengine begins to die and then turn out (counterclock-wise) until engine runs rough. Turn screw to a pointmidway between those two positions.

° Continue to hold throttle lever against idle speed screwand adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM.Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

Move throttle control lever from slow (,_.) to fast (._)position° If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixturescrew out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat testand continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accel-erates smoothly

High speed stop is factory adjusted,, Do not adjust -damage may resulL

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINEGOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPERENGINE SPEED, OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVETHE FACTORY HiGH SPEED SETTING CAN BEDANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNEDHIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOURNEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT ANDEXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARYADJUSTMENTS

IDLE SPEEDSCREW

IDLE MIXTURESCREW

THROTTLELEVER

FIG. 32

IDLE SPEED __ _t_

THROTrLE \ IDLE MIXTURELEVER SCREW

FIG, 33

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STORAGE........ , ..... ,,i

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ofthe season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.

, ,, ..... - i,,I,

i& CAUTION: Never store the tractor with I

I

gasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to cool !

,before storing in an,y,e,nclosure:,, 1 !

TRACTORRemove mower from tractor for winter storage. Whenmower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc Store in aclean, dry area°

o Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" inthe CustomerResponsibilities section of this manual),

. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-placement instructions in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual),

o Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilitiessection of this manual.

* Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securelyfastened, Inspect moving partsfordamage, breakageand wear, Replace if necessary,

o Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sandlightly before painting.

BATTERY

. Fuliy charge the battery for storage.

o After a period of time in storage, battery may requirerecharging

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage duringlong periods of storage, battery cables should be

• _ Odisconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see q"CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and placecables where they cannot come in contact with batteryterminals.,

o Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached,

° If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do notstore battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces,

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEMIMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUMDEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDEDFUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL ORMETHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADSTO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURINGSTORAGE., ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUELSYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE,

o Drain the fuei tank

- Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines andcarburetor are empty..

. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in thefuel tank or permanent damage may occur,

o Use fresh fuel next season°

NOTE: Fuet stabilizer is an acceptable alternative inminimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storagecontainer., Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizercontainer, Run engine at least 10 minutes after addingstabilizer toallowthe stabilizerto reach the carburetor. Donot drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engineoil (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilitiessection of this manual),

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug(s).

= Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) intocylinder(s)_

o Turn ignition key to"START" position for afew secondsto distribute oil.

° Replace with new spark plug(s),

OTHER• Do not store gasoline from one season to another,,

o Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust,Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline witl cause problems.

. If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it togive protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover thatdoes not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plasticcannot breathe which allows condensation to form andwill cause your tractor to rust,

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVERTRACTOR WHILE ENGLNEAND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

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TROUBLESHOOTING POBNTS

PROBLEM

i, iii,,,

Will not start

i,,n .....

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will notstart

m

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

1 Out of rue[

2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly3, Engine fiooded

4 Sad sparkplug5- Dirty air filter6 Dirty fuel filter7 Water in fuel

8 Loose or damaged wiring9 Carburetor out of adjustment..

10 Engine valves out of adjustment,,

CORRECTION

1 FIU fuel tank.

2 See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section.3 Wait several minutes before altempting to start,4 Replace spark plug,5 Clean/replace air filter6 Replace fuet filter,7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter8 Check all wiring9 Contact an authorized service center/department.

10 Contact an authorized service centertdepartment,

1 Dirty air filter.2 Bad spark plug3 Weak or dead battery4 Dirty fuel filte_5, Stale or dirty fuel..6 Loose or damaged wiring7 Carburetor out of adjustment8, Engine vaives out of adjustment,

1 Clutch/brake peda! not depressed,2 Attachment clutch is engaged3 Weaker dead battery4 Blown fuse

5 Corroded battery terminals6 Loose or damaged wiring7 Faulty ignition switch8 Faulty solenoid or starter,9 Faulty operator presence switch(es)

........................ i ,lUl,,,,Ull,

t Clean/replace air filter2 Replace spark plug3 Recharge or replace battery4 Replace fuel filter5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline..6 Check alt wiring7 Contact an authorized service center/department,8 Contact an authorized service center/depadment.

1 Depress clutch/brake pedal2 Disengage attachment clutch3 Recharge or replace battery4 Replace fuse.5 Clean battery terminals,6 Check all wiring7 Checklreplace ignition switch8 Check/replace solenoid or starter9 Contact an authorized service center/department

t Weak or dead battery2. Corroded battery terminals3 Loose or damaged widng4., Faulty solenoid or starter.

1 Cutting leo much grass/too fast2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower4 Dirty air fitter5, Low oil levetididy oiI,6 Faulty spark plug7 Dirty fuel filter8 Stale or dirty fuel9 Waterin fuet

10 Spark plug wire loose11 Dirty engine air screen/fins,12 Didy/cfogged mt,fffier,13 Loose or damaged wiring14 Carburetor out of adjustment.15 Engine vatves out of adjustment

1. Worn, bent or loose blade2, Bent blade mandrel.3 Loose/damaged part(s)

1 Recharge or replace battery2 Clean battery terminals3 CheckaH wiring.4 CheckJreptace solenoid or starter

, u ,,, ,,. ,,i,n "H "M'UI'

1 Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed2 Adjust throttle control,3 Clean underside of mower housing.4. Clean/replace air filter..5 Check oil level/change oil.6 Clean and regap or change spark plug7 Replace fuel filter8 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline,9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasofine and replace fuel filter,!0 Connect and tighten spark plug wire,11 Clean engine air screen/fins12 Clean/replace muffler13 Check all wiring14 Contact an authorized service center/departmenh15 Contact an authorized service center/department

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt2 Replace blade mandrel3 Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged pads-

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TROUBLESHOOTUNG POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to runwhen operator leaves seatwith attachment clutchengaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mower blades will notrotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"when turning engine"OFF"

CAUSE

1 Faulty operator-safety presence control system..

1. Worn, bent orloose blade2.. Mower deck not level

3 BuiJdup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower4 Bent blade mandrel

5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup ofgrass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

m ,i , ii L_

! Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2 Wornldamaged mower drive belt3 Frozen idler pulley4 Frozen blade mandrel

1 Engine speed too slow2. Travel speed too fast3. Wet grass4. Mower deck notleve!

5 Low/uneven tire air pressure6. Worn, bent or loose blade

7 Buildup el grass, leaves and trash under mower8 Mower drive beltworn.

9. Btades improperly installed! 0 Improper blades used11 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1 Switch is "OFF"

2 Bulb(s) burned out3 Faulty light switch4 Loose or damaged widng5 Blown fuse

t Bad battery cell(s)..2 Poor cable connections

3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped)4 Faulty alternator

1 Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"position for 30 seconds before stopping engine

CORRECTION

1 Check wiring, switches and connections., if notcorrected, contact an authorized service center/department

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt.2. Level mower deck

3 Clean underside of mower housing4 Replace blade mandrel.5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

1 Remove obstruction2. Replace mower drive belt3 Replace idier pulley4 Replace blade mandrel.

! Place throttle control in "FAST" position.2 Shift to slower speed.3 Allow grass to dry before mowing4 Level mower deck..

5 Check tires for proper air pressure.6 Replace/sharpen blade.. Tighten blade bolt7_ Clean underside of mower housing8 Replace mower drive belt9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down

10 Replace with blades listed in this manual.11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

1 Turn switch "ON"

2 Replace bulb(s)3 Check/replace light switch4 Check wiring and connections..5 Replace fuse.

1 Replace battery2 Check/clean allconnectiOnSr

3 Replace regulator4 Replace alternator

1 Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allowto idle for 30 seconds before stopping engtne_.

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SERVICE NOTES....................... i

28

SCHEMATIC

RED

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252560

o111oBATTERY

AMMETER

RED

WHITE

IGNITION SWITCH

O 4DFUSE 30 AMP.

1,,Oz-+--

t ....... J

CLUTCH / BRAKE(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

I ......

I I

..... J

SOLENOID

RED

STARTERBLACK

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH(NOT OCCUPIED)

WHITE I I I 4 1

I t I I I

l f t "t k-

? i

" A H GROUNDINGCONNECTOR

BLACK

____ IGNITION _ SPARKUNIT PLUGS

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT3 AMP DO @ 3600 RPM

28 VOLTS AC MIN, @ 3600 RPM(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M + GON B+L

START B+ S + L

RED

UGHTING SYSTEM I

OUTPUT DIODE I ALTERNATOR$ AMP AC @_

NOTE j_. -_x,, '......... J

YOU R TRACTOR IS I_ "14VOLTSACMINe $660RPM(UG_SOFF}EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL 1° HEADLIGHTSALTERNATOR SYSTEM. I _...... _THE LIGHTS ARE NOT _ _(_ __CONNECTED TO THE ;_.-__ ___.__; v T \.-J T vBATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR HEADLIGI4T J IOWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. SWlTCIit L---,(6BECAUSE OF THIS, THE (OFF) \---.--/BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTSWILL CHANGE WITH ENGINESPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTSWILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE ISSPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTSWILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST_

NON-REMOVABLE _ REMOVABLECONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS /-_ -7

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATEDCLIPS WERE REMOVED FORSERVICING OF UNIT, THEYSHOULD BE REPLACED TOPROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252560

ELECTRICAL

22

21

12

89

11

26

42

24 i _

40

41

34

36

39

36 35

32

3130

E

_28 _

39

30 L;

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.252560

ELECTRICAL

KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121537X2 747604123 190910164 100404005 121264X6 732204007 7697J8 7603J9 109596X

10 14521111 14520912 14576919 1009040020 7335040021 13685O22 4152J24 4206J25 14614826 108824X28 14549129 121305X30 14492131 14040032 14122633 14040334 110712X35 108236X36 1702100838 14033639 t09553X40 14605741 7111041242 13156343 14567344 7380040045 121433X49 1115100055 174905087O 140413

BatteryBolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 GaugeWasher, Lock 1/4Caps, BatteryNut, Hex 1/4-20TubeTray, BatteryClamp, HoseBo_t, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2Holddown Battery Dash MountNut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4Washer, Lock 1/4Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20Harness, Light Socket (With Bulbs)Light BulbCable, BatteryCable, BatteryFuseCable, GroundSwitch, SeatSwitch, Ignition 3 PositionNut, Ignition SwitchCover, Ignition SwitchKey, Molded, CraftsmanSwitch, LightBracket, SwitchScrew, Hex, Tapping #10-24 x 1/2Bracket, Switch InterlockSwitch, Interlock, Attachment ClutchHarness, IgnitionBolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4Cover, TerminalSolenoidNut Lock W/Insert 1/4-20 UNCAmmeter Rectangular 6 AmpWasher Lock Internal Tooth 5/8Screw Thdrol 5t16-18 x 1/2Harness, Engine

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.rS_inches1 inch = 254 mm

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REPAUR PARTSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252580

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

I

2647

24

3O

21

17

18

27

14

31

26

44

9 29

3310

38 34

3926

14

32

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252560

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 1455012 1403563 1749O6124 STD5510256 1452067 1428448 126471X9 145938X012

10 STD53371011 13546413 126276X14 1749060815 74180512

16 STD54143117 __18 126938X19 1752131220 14028121 122933X22 124479X23 124028X24 STD5237t0

25 1913131226 STD54143727 1703081428 14013729 124029X30 140002X45931 13711332 13383533 145244X45934 145243X45935 STD53370736 108067X37 1749051238 13988639 13988744 14067547 105531X62 141606-- 5479J

ChassisDrawbarScrew, Thd., RoE 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TTWasher 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 GaugeSaddleShield, Heat, HoodClip, Fuel Line[_ash, SilkscreenedBolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1Panel, Dash, LHPanel, Dash, RHScrew, Thd. Roll. 3/8_16 x 1/2 Type TTScrew, Machine, Thd, Rolto5/16-18 UNC x 3/4Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNCHood AssemblyHood BumpersScrew, Slotted Hex Head w/PL washerSupport, BatteryRivet, Ratchet, NylonWasher, Nylon .28 x ,75 x .19Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel LineBolt, Hex Head, Fin.3/8_16 UNC x I Grade 5Washer 13/32 x 13/18 x 12 GaugeLocknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNCScrew, Hex Head, Spidedock #8 x 7/8 ABGrille, GreyLens, HeadIight, Bar, ClearFenderBracket, FenderFastener, Christmas TreeFootrest, LHFootrest, RHBolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4Nut, PalScrew, Thd. Roll. 5/16-t8 x 3/4Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, RearPivot Bracket Assembly, RH, Mower, RearStrap Assembly, FenderNut, Push, NylonClip, WirePlug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS, inches°1 inch = 2&4 mm

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REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - " MODEL NUMBER 917.252560

DRIVE

84

61

52

77

632

52 6235

2627

53

34

REPAUR PARTS"TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.252560

DRIVE

KEY PART _ KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 1426e_ Transaxle, Peerless, 6 Speed, 51 STD541437Model Number 930-057 52 STD541431

2 146682 Spring, Extension, Brake 53 105710X3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 55 105709X4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 56 STD5237125 121520X Strap, Torque 57 1308016 17490512 Screw, Thd., Rorl. 5/16-18 x 3/4 58 !27274X8 141002 Rod, Shift 59 140312

10 76020416 Pin, Cotter 61 !749061211 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 62 8883R13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF Grade 8 W/Patch 63 14018614 STD551125 Washer 64 7117076415 74780544 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-I8 x 2-3/4 65 STD55114319 STD541437 Nut Lock HexW/Ins 3/8-I6 UNC 66 12992121 106933X Knob 70 13468322 130804 Rod, Brake 72 1913201224 STD541237 Nut 74 13705725 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 75 121749X26 STD551037 Washer 76 STD58107527 STD561210 Pin 77 123583X28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 78 121748X29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake, Red 79 2228M30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 80 !4509031 127275X Keeper, Beft, L_H. 81 14509232 STD523107 Bolt 82 123782X34 122424X Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 83 191712t635 120183X Bearing, Nylon 84 14564336 STD551062 Washer 85 7353040037 STD571810 Rot1Pin 86 7120838 123674X Pulley, Idler, Flat 87 1921201639 STD523727 Bolt 88 f200000840 4470J Spacer, Split ,395 x.59 89 13999141 109070X Keeper, Belt, Retainer 90 124346X42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/t6 x 12 Gauge 96 4497H44 105706X Bearing, Nylon 100 1911121645 110812X Washer, Hardened 110 STD52370746 12000039 Ring, Klip 112 1909121047 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 't'13 127285X48 123789X Beilcrank Assembly49 123205X Retainer, Belt50 STD523715 Bolt

DESCRIPTION

NutNut, Crown!ock 5/16-18 UNCLink, ClutchSpring, Clutch ReturnBolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-!/4V-Belt, Ground DriveKeeper, Belt, R.H.Keeper, Belt, Center SpanScrew, Thd., Roll.. 3/8-16 x 3/4Cover, PedalPulley, EngineBolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr, 5WasherKeeper, Belt, Engine, L.H..Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R,.HoWasher 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 GaugeSpacer, AxleWasher 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 GaugeE-RingKey, Square 2°0 x .1845/.1865Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x t6 GaugeKey Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4Arm, ShiftShaft AssemblySpring, TorsionWasher 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 GaugeTie RodNut, NylockBushing, PivotWasherE-RingConsole, Shift, 6 Speed, N/IgnitionNut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4Retainer SpringWasher 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.BoltWasher 9/32 x 3/4 x t0 GaoStrap Torque LH

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S. inches.t inch = 25°4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 1397682 1420333 1352274 1352285 6266H6 !21748X7 192720168 120000299 3366R

10 13046811 STD55113712 7361060013 110438Xt4 7401105615 739O1OOO16 13262417 13261418 57079!9 '124035X20 126684X21 STD55112522 7107041023 12750124 109816X25 124036X26 126847X27 13687428 1913141629 174906'1230 STD56121032 13046536 13219637 STD61100538 13976939 1913380840 STD54153741 104820X42 124417X43 12t749X46 121232X47 6855M

Wheel Steering Std BlackAxle Asm FrontSpindle Asm LhSpindle Asm RhBearing Race Thrust HardenWasher 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16gaWasher 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 GaRing Klip #t5304-75Bearing Col Strg BIkLink Drag Sol Ball Jt 20 064Washer Lock Hvy Hici Spr 3/8Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 UnfSpacer Bearing Axle FrontBott Hex 5/8-1! Unc X 3_1/2Locknut FIange 5/8-11 UricPin Axle 5/8 X 1 55/1 54 LgShaft Asm Strg 5/8 X 15 19 LtWasher Thrust 5'15x 750x 033Support ShaftWasher Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062Washer Lock HW Helical 1/4Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8Shaft Asm PittmanNytiner Snap InBracket SteeringBushing Rod Tie Blk LtGear SectorWasher 13/32 X 7/8 X 16gaScrew Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-ttPin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 CadRod Tie Wire Form 19 75 MechBushing Strg 5/8 td DashScrew SIftp #10-16 X 1/2 Ty-bInsert Cap Strg Wheel Std BtkWasher 13/32 X 2-3/8 X 8 GaNut Lock Center 3/8-24unfAdaptor Wheei Strg 640/635idBoot Shaft SteeringWasher 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 GaCap Spindle Fr Top BIkFitting Grease

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25°4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEYNO.

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PARTNO. DESCRIPTION

140123140551145006124181X1749050819131614140552121246X121248X72050411134300121250X

SeatBracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)Clip Push-inSpring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk ZiScrew Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-ttWasher t3/32 X 1 X 14 GaPan Pnt Seat (blk)Bracket Pnt Mounting SwitchBushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 IdBolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8Spacer Split 28 X 96 ZincSpring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

28

21

KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

17 123976X21 13988822 STD54143123 7478081424 1917191225 127018X26 STD55115027 1749060828 STD541437

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 ZincBolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc BlkzNut Lock Hex W/lns 5/16-18Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr5Washer 17/32 X t-3/t6 X 12 GaBolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62Washer Lock Hvy Htcl Spr t/2Screw ThdroL 3/8-t6 x t/2Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS. inches°1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

KEY PARTNO. NO.

1 1389552 2730823 1437354 1437365 1326746 1336447 1422358 1452459 128314

'11 13753712 4900J13 146046

DESCRIPTION

Decal instruction Operat EngDecal Engine B&SDecal Hood Slope Rh CraftsmanDecal Hood Slope Lh CraftsmanDecal GriIle Lt4000 Craft UsaDecal Maint Customer Sears DomDecal Panel Side B&SPad, FootrestDecal Fender Craftsman WhiteDecal Caution English/SpanishDecal Clutch/brake EnglishDecal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E

KEY PARTNO. NO.

14 13147315 13683216 14083717 14663718 13317920 13317821 13126522 138047-- 138311-- 145247_- 146834-- 146835

DESCRIPTION

Decal Chassis 6 Sp 42"Decal Mower Ddve SchematicDecal, Parking Brake, SaddleDecal, rnsert, HoodDecal Mower Qc SystemDecal Mower 3 in One ConvoDecal LightboxDecal BatteryDecal Lift HandleFastener Pop-In FootrestManual, Owner's (English)Manual, Owner s (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

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KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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1 591922 651393 106222X4 599045 106732X4276 278H7 9040H8 106108X4279 122082X

10 7152JIt 104757X

Cap Value TireStem ValueTire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 ServiceTube Inner Front #35060Rim Asm 6"front White ServiceFitting GreaseBearing FlangeRim Asm 8"rear White ServiceTire R Ts 20 x 10-8 ServiceTube Rear 9 5 X 8 ServiceCap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S, inches,1 inch = 25,4 mm

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ENGINE

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Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

123

13275517720410145314

4 1379785 1440696 1440687 1381298 122439X9 17190408

10 14555211 STD55t12512 STD52250713 8545J14 1328033615 1320030016 STD55123717 1749062418 13735819 105839X20 105838X21 110436X22 123650X23 12895324 1702100825 14599626 7361060027 1754100829 13718031 14106932 123549X33 123487X34 106082X35 1749051236 1913201237 5277J38 ---

39 109227X40 3645J4t 13927781 73510400

Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 10Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 TEngine B&s 19hp, Model No.42A707, Type No. 1251-01Muffler ExhaustExhaust Asm_ LeftExhaust Asm. RightClamp Tube Double EngineBracket Muffler MountingScrew Hex Whs Thdcut 1/4-20 UncHeat Shield LtWasher Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4Gasket MufflerNipple Pipe 4-1/2"Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 NptWasher Lock Ext Tooth 3/8Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1_1/2 TyttShield Pnt HeatReceptacle 1/4 Turn DacrotizedRetainer 1/4 Turn 3650dx 222idBushing, Snap, SplitStud 1/4 Turn (replaces 105751Shield Pnt Heat Browning GrassScrew Tap Hex #10-24 UNC x 1/2Control ChokeNut Hex 3/8-24 UnfScrew Slftp #10-24 x 1/2Arrestor SparkTank Fuel 3 50 RearCap Asm Fuel W!sym VentedClamp Hose BIkSpacer PadScrew Hexwsh Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 GaoLine FuelPlug Oil Drain (Order From EngineManufacturer)Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x °06BushingStem Tank FuelNut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,So inches.1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER LIFT

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MOWER LIFT

KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION

t 1369732 122507X3 105767X4 120000025 1921162'i6 120!83X7 t25631X8 122365X

10 t22512X!1 13986512 13986613 4939M!5 12721816 7335080017 13017118 7380080019 13986820 3146R21 1915121622 1200003723 110807X24 1913101625 2876H26 7602030827 126971X28 7335060029 13805730 110810X31 14030232 73540600

Wire Assy_, Inner, with PlungerShaft Asm LiftPin GrooveE Ring #5133-62Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.Bearing NylongGrip Handle FlutedButton Plunger ReadSpring CprsnLink Lift Lh Fixed LengthLink Lift Rh Fixed LengthRetainer SpringLink FrontNut Jam Hex 1/2-13 UricTrunnion BIk ZincNut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 UricArm Suspension RearRetainer SpringWasher 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 GaoRing Ktip #T5304-37Nut SpnngWasher t3/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.Spring 2-1/8"Pin cotter 3/32 x 1/2Rod Adj. LiftNut Hex Jam 3/8-16Knob Inf_ 3/8-16Trunnion Dp. StopBearing, Pivot, Lift, SpecialNut, Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches1 inch = 254 mm

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MOWER DECK76 77 C_"'_67

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 1443932 STD5331073 1380174 1384405 STD6240086 1308328 8508579 STD551137

10 14029611 13414912 12989513 137645

14 12877415 110485X16 14032917 7211061O18 7214050519 13282720 13688821 7368050022 13475323 13126724 105304X25 123713X26 110452X27 13096828 19t110't629 13149130 13877631 12996332 12986133 13726634 STD53371735 13383536 13149437 STD55103740 7368060041 13355143 14008344 14OO8845 STD62400346 13772948 13394449 13394050 13134051 STD54141052 13988853 131845

Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 54Bolt 55Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 56Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 58Retainer Spring 59Arm, Suspension, Rear 67Bolt 3/8-24 x to25 Grade 8 68Washer, Lock 71Washer, Hardened 72Blade, Mulching, 42" Mower Deck 73Bearing, Ball 74Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 75HlnCludes Key Number 12) 76

ousing, Mandrel, Vented 77Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 78Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 79Bolt, Carriage 3/8-'16 x 2-1/4 80Bolt, Carriage 5/t6-'18 x 5/8 81Bolt, Shoulder 82Baffle, Vortex 83Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 84Stiffener Bracket 85Bracket, DeflectorCap, Sleeve 92Spring, Torsion, Deflector 101Nut, Push 102Shield, Deflector 103Washer tl/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 104Rod, Hinge 105Bolt 5/16-18 x 1_25 106Washer, Spacer 11tPulley, Mandre_ t 12Nut, Flanged, Toplock 9/16 '113Bolt 114Fastner, Christmas Tree 115Pulley, Idler, Flat 116Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge 117Nut, Crownlock 118Red, Pivot, with Nibs 119Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs 12'1Guard, Mandrel, LH - -RetainerScrew, Hex Hd, Thdcut 1/4-20 x 5/8 _ -Washer, HardenedRoller Assembly, Cam FollowerBolt, Shloulder #10-24 Grade 5LocknutBolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC NOTE:Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

133943140084122052X140086141043106932X144200142427131870127847121748X1200002912890312784514033412749812875973350600142028120958X14439474140620

738006001364207116101019061216STD5511101307582029J140353132262174905127351O5O07211050413764413395773930600STD551037143723130794

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Washer, HardenedArm, IdlerSpacer, RetainerSpring, Torsion, BrakeGuard, IdlerKnob Rd. 3/8-16 Plstc.V-Belt, 42" MowerRod, Clutch, PrimarySpring, Extension, ReturnArm, Clutch, SecondaryWasher 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 GaugeRing, KlipBolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x 1.44Keeper, SpringArm, Clutch, PrimaryBushing, Large, BrassSpring, Mower ClutchNut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16TrunnionWasher SinteredKeeper, Belt Idler FixedBolt, RdHd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/2Gr. 5Locknut, Hex W/Wash InsertMulcher coverScrewWasher #10Washer, LockLatch Assembly, BaggerNut, WeldBracket, Gauge, Wheel LoHoBracket, Gauge, Wheel Roll.Screw, Thdrol 5/16 -t8 x 3/4Nut, Hex Keps 5/16-!8 UNCBolt, Carriage 5/16UNC x 1/2Bolt, ShoulderWheel, GaugeNut, Centerlock 3/8-16Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga_Bracket, Extruded Gauge WheelMandrel Assembly (Includes KeyNumbers 8-'t0, 12-15, 31 and 33)Mower Deck, Complete(Standard Deck; Order MulcherPlate and Gauge WheelComponents Separately T KeyNos. 101_106, 111_119, 12t)

All component dimensions given in US. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057

REF PART REF PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772108A Transaxle Cover 45 7860662 780086 Needle Bearing 46 7860863 770102A Transaxle Case 47 7746904 776260 Countershaft 48 7746915 776219B Output Shaft & Pinion 49 7782156 778139 Output Gear, 35 Teeth 50 7781257 778136 Spur Gear, 15 Teeth, Steel 51 778124A8 792136A Shift Key 52 778123A9 784352 Shift Collar 53 778122A

10 784355 Shift Rod & Fork 54 77827311 778229 Bevel Gear, 42 Teeth 56 77823012 778113A Input Bevel Pinion 57 77815113 778221 Bevel Gear, 16 Teeth 58 778126A14 778068 Differential Pinion 59 778127A15 778260 Ring Gear 60 778128A17 786139 Drive Pin 61 77816318 786102 Spacer 65 780t0920 792077 Steel Ball, 5/16" Diameter 66 776t 3521 792078 Set Screw 3/8-16 x 3/8 67 776315A22 792079 Spring 68 78611623 788061 Seal Ring 69 78005125 792073 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 70 7861t826 792125 Retaining Ring, Package of 2 71 78806927 792035 Retaining Ring 72 79216528 788040 Retaining Ring 72A 78809129 780072 Washer 76 78009030 780108 Washer 77 788078A31 780001 Washer32 792001 "O" Ring 79 79214433 788051 Square Cut Ring 81 78608134 780105A Flanged Bushing35 780118A Flanged Bushing 82 78608236 790003 Brake Disk 83 78612337 790007 Brake Pad Plate 90 788067B38 799021 Brake Pad, Package of 2 103 79216639 786026 Dowel Pin 104 79216740 792076A Washer 150 51033441 790079 Brake Lever42 792073 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/442A 792085A Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/443 792075 Locknut 5/16-2444 790025 Brake Pad Holder

SpacerBrake Lever BracketAxle, t t-15/16" LongAxle, 16-1/2" LongSpur Gear, 37 Teeth, SteelSpur Gear, 35 TeethSpur Gear, 30 TeethSpur Gear, 25 TeethSpur Gear, 22 TeethSpur Gear, 19 Teeth, SteelSpur Gear, 12 Teeth, SteelSpur Gear, 15 TeethSpur Gear, 20 TeethSpur Gear, 25 TeethSpur Gear, 28 TeethSpur Gear, 31 TeethWasherInput ShaftShifter and Brake ShaftDiskWasherSpacerSquare Cut RingThreaded Plug 9/16-18"0" RingWasherInverted Retaining Ring,Package of 2SpringRoller Chain,Number 41 Chain, 24 LinksSprocket, 9 TeethReverse Sprocket, 18 TeethGrease, Bentonite, 32 Ounce BottleScrew 1/4-20 x 2Locknut t/4-20Gasket Eliminator, Loctite #515

Parts must be ordered from Tecumseh Products Co,

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches1 inch = 2&4 mm

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01

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BRBGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 125t-01

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BRIGGS & STRATlrON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01

KEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 4970742 3992653 391O865 493457

5A 4934587 271867

7A 2718688 398065

8A 222892

9 2780310 9438210A 9483011 28022512 271703

271188271189

13 9456515 9423915 9423916 394028

9419618 49330420 29167522 9472423 49118024 22269825 394955

394956394957394958

26 394959394960394961394962

27 26092428 299691

39128629 394306

39715832 9467133 39042034 26152835 6590636 2682840 22159641 29226042 9363045 26136846 21352050 21329051 27141251A 28031952 27088453 93970

Cylinder Assembly 54 93208Bushing 75 222511

* Seal, Oil 78 94326Head, Cylinder#1 90 495181Head, Cylinder #2 91 495035

* Gasket, Cylinder Head #1 93 231209* Gasket, Cytinder Head #2 94 491538

Breather Assembly #1 95 93499Cover, Breather Cylinder #2 96 221939(Used Only on Key #572, 97 392672Air Baffle with Holes for Mounting) 98 91920

*Gasket, Breather 99 26157Screw, Seres 102 271607Screw, Seres 103 29851Tube, Breather 104 230896

* Gasket, Crankcase, .015" Thick 105 394683* Gasket, Crankcase, .005" Thick 107 491543* Gasket, Crankcase, .009" Thick 108 223534

Screw, Cylinder Head 109 392673Plug, Oil Drain 116 280474Plug, Oil Drain 117 231338Crankshaft 231333Timing Gear KeySump, Engine 119 94152

* Seal, Oil 121 491539Screw, Sems 127 223472Flywheel 161 496599Key, Flywheel 165 94289Piston Assembly, Standard Size 187 299146Piston Assembly, .010" Oversize 188 93535Piston Assembly, .020" Oversize 201 262683Piston Assembly, °030" Oversize 202 262684Ring Set, Standard Size 203 280997Ring Set, ..0t0" Oversize 203A 490207Ring Set, °020" Oversize 205 93971Ring Set, .030" Oversize 206 94298Lock, Piston Pin 207 262337Pin, Piston, Standard Size 209 262352Pin, Piston, .005" Oversize 209A 261563Rod, Connecting, Standard Size 2t6 262375Rod, Connecting, °020" Undersize 219 394348Screw, Connecting Rod 219A 393415Valve, Exhaust 220 222773Valve, Intake 222 491282Spring, Valve, IntakeSpring, Valve, Exhaust *Retainer, Valve, intakeRetainer, Valve, Exhaust **Keeper, ValveTappet, Valve "**Gear, CamManifold, Intake

.... Gasket, Carburetor MountingSpacer, Carburetor

* Gasket, intake Manifold MountingScrew, Hex Head,Carburetor to Manifold

Screw, SemsWasher, SpringScrew, SemsCarburetorBody Assembly, UpperBushing, Throttle Shaft

** Valve, Idle AdjustScrew, SemsValve, ThrottleShaft, ThrottleScrew, Fillister HeadSpring, Throttle Adjust

** Gasket, Carburetor BodyFloat, Carburetor

** Pin, Float Hinge** Valve, Needle

Body Assembly, LowerValve, ChokeShaft, Choke

* O-RingJet, Needle Valve, FixedJet, Needle Valve, Fixed,HighAltitudeScrew, Hex HeadCarburetor Kit

** Plug, WelchBase, Air CleanerNut, WingLine, Fuel, 28" Long (Cut to Suit)ScrewLinkLinkCrank, BetlCrank, BellScrew, Hex HeadNut, SquareSpring, Control RodSpring, GovernorSpring, Governor IdleLinkGear, GovernorOil SLingerWasher, ThrustBracket, Control

Included in Gasket Set (495868)

Included in Carburetor Kit (49'1539)

tnciuded in Carburetor Kit (491539),and Pump Repair Kit (393397)

.... included in Gasket Set (495868),and Carburetor Kit (491539)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01

KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NOr DESCRIPTION

224 94297 Screw, Pan Head 562 93853 Bolt, Governor Lever227 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor 567 93777 Screw, Hex Head,229 222289 Washer Back Plate to Cylinder230 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 569 272645 * Gasket, Base235 224995 Shield, Fuel Spray 572 224816 Baffle, Air, Cylinder #2240 394358 Filter, Fuel 573 491304 Plate, Back244 230318 Connector, Fuel Line 592 92278 Nut, Hex.257 93897 Screw, Seres 601 93053 Clamp, Hose258 93949 Screw, Seres 615 94296 Retainer, E-Ring259 223890 Bracket, Cable 616 491530 Crank, Governor265 221535 Clamp, Casing 634 271013 ** Washer, Throttle Shaft267 94906 Screw, Sems 634A 491287 * Seal, Governor Shaft284 94264 Screw, Hex Head 635 66538 Boot, Spark Plug284A 93469 Screw, Hex Head 642 225008 Cover, Air Cleaner304 495588 Housing, Blower, Red 643 496700 Plate, Air Cleaner305 94786 Screw, Sems 653 93585 Screw, Hex Head305A 93343 Screw, Sems 726 391362 Gear, Ring306 222846 Shield, Cylinder (Includes Mounting Parts)306A 223734 Shield, Cylinder 741 262989 Gear, Timing307 94386 Screw, Self-Tapping 783 280104 Gear, Starter308 224774 Cover, Air Guide 801 394860 Cap, Drive308A 224775 Cover, AirGuide 802 497607 Cap, End309 497596 Motor, Starter 803 497604 Housing, Starter310 497602 Bolt, Thru 819 94675 Screw, Hex Head311 497608 Brush Set 842 270920 * Seat, Cap332 230674 Nut, Hex 847 495715 Tube Assembly, Oil333 394891 Armature, Magneto 851 221798 Terminal, Cable334 93381 Screw, Sems 858 270989 *** Diaphragm, Carburetor337 802592 Plug, Spark 859 271025 *** Gasket, Pump356 494705 Wire, Stop 860 261358 *** Spring, Diaphragm358 491856 Gasket Set 861 393397 Repair Kit, Pump363 19203 Flywheel Puller 868 393606 Seal, Valve383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 869 261463 Seat, Valve, Intake387 280197 Body, Pump 870 213316 Seat, Valve, Exhaust392 261395 *** Spring, Diaphragm 871 261961 Bushing, Guide (Exhaust Only)394 270988 *** Diaphragm, Carburetor 231218 Bushing, Guide (Intake, Brass)414 220680 Washer 877 393456 Wire, Alternator422 222875 Bracket, Oil Fill 881 495901 Plate, Cover432 221377 *** Cap, Spring 955 397882 Plug and Seal, Solenoid434 223688 Cover, Diaphragm 1005 281053 Fan, Flywheel435 93829 Screw, Diaphragm Cover 1006 224413 Retainer, Fan445 394019 Filter, Air 1019 496726 Label Kit468 224521 Screen, Rotating 1058 272112 Owner's Manual474 393474 Alternator, Dual Circuit 1090 497605 Retainer, Brush482 93621 Screw, Sems510 497606 Drive, Starter * Included in Gasket Set (495868)523 494947 Cap, Oil Fill524 271157 * Seal, Fill Tube ** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539)525 495348 Tube, Oil Fill (Includes Seals)528 393815 Pipe, Fuel *** Included in Carburetor Kit (491539),534 94823 Screw, Air Cleaner and Pump Repair Kit (393397)535 271271 Filter, Air537 271411 .... Gasket, Air Cleaner .... Included in Gasket Set (495868),544 497603 Armature, Starter and Carburetor Kit (491539)552 262332 Lower Bushing, Governor552A 262331 Upper Bushing, Governor NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S. inches556 93585 Screw, Hex Head 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SUGGESTED GUDDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATXON

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SIGHTING_UIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITHSKY LINE OR TREE.

15 ° iViAX.

t'8 _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not l!i_ _ greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu-i;t | ally to prevent tipping or toss of control. Exercise extreme

IU caution when changing direction on slopes,

MODEL NO.917,252560

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OR PARTS:

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FOR REPLACEMENT PARTSINFORMATION AND

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19 HP TWgN CYLINDERELECTRIC START3 in One Convertibae42" MOWER6 SPESD TRANSAXLELAWN i"-RACTOR

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The model number for your tractor will be found on themodel ptate located under the seat,

The model number for your engine will be found on theblower housing of the engine,

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,Roebuck and Co, Service Center/Department and most Re-tail Stores_

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= PRODUCT - TRACTOR

° MODEL NUMBER - 917.252560

• ENGINE MODEL NO. - 42A707, TYPE NO. 1251-01

o PART NUMBER

o PART DESCRIPTION

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