Owner's Manual

JCRIIFTSMIIN'JLAWN TRACTOR18.0 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.917.273390

[_ This product has a low emission engine which operatesdifferently from previously built engines. Before you start theengine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all SafetyRules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions about

this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917Sears Craftsman Help Line5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U•S•A•Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty.................................................2Safety Rules...........................................3ProductSpecifications............................6Assembly/Pre-Operation........................8Operation..............................................11MaintenanceSchedule.........................17

Maintenance ......................................... 17Service and Adjustments ...................... 21Storage ................................................. 27Troubleshooting .................................... 28Repair Parts .......................................... 32Sears Service ......................... Back Cover

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

This Warranty does not cover:• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to

blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damagecaused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impactingobjects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, elec-trical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the propergrade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in theowner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur-chase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERYFor ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the batterywill not hold a charge, Sears wilt replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30days of purchase, there wilt be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. Afterthe first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service wilt still be avail-able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product isdropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, whichvary, from state to state.

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

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IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachine iscapable of amputatinghandsand feet and throw-ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafetyinstructionscould result in seriousinjuryor death.

_,WARNING: Inorder to preventac-cidentalstartingwhen settingup, trans-porting, adjustingor makingrepairs,alwaysdisconnectspark plugwire andplacewire where it cannot contactsparkplug._tLWARNING: Do not coastdowna hill inneutral,you maylose controlof the tractor._,WARNING: Towonly the attachmentsthat are recommendedby and complywithspecificationsof the manufacturerof yourtractor.Usecommonsensewhentowing.Operateonly at the lowestpossiblespeedwhenon a slope. Tooheavyof a load,whileon a slope, is dangerous. Tires canlose tractionwith the groundand causeyou to lose controlof your tractor._,WARNING: Engineexhaust,someofits constituents,and certainvehiclecom-ponentscontainor emit chemicalsknownto the Stateof Californiato cause cancerand birth defectsor other reproductiveharm._I_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminalsand related accessories contain lead andlead compounds, chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other reproductive harm.Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-tions in the manual and on the machinebefore starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who arefamiliar with the instructions, to operatethe machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,toys, wire, etc., which could be pickedup and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.

• Never carry passengers.• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down andbehind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge direc-tion and do not point it at anyone. Donot operate the mower without eitherthe entire grass catcher or the guard inplace.Stow down before turning.Never leave a running machine unat-tended. Always turn off blades, setparking brake, stop engine, and removekeys before dismounting.Turn off blades when not mowing.Stop engine before removing grasscatcher or unclogging chute.Mow only in daylight or good artificiallight.Do not operate the machine while underthe influence of alcohol or drugs.Watch for traffic when operating near orcrossing roadways.Use extra care when loading or un-loading the machine into a trailer ortruck.Data indicates that operators, age 60years and above, are involved in a largepercentage of riding mower-related in-juries. These operators should evaluatetheir ability to operate the riding mowersafely enough to protect themselves andothers from serious injury.Keep machine free of grass, leaves orother debris build-up which can touchhot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Donot allow the mower deck to plow leavesor other debris which can cause build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuelspillage before operating or storing themachine. Allow machine to cool beforestorage.

II. SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which canresult in severe injury or death. All slopesrequire extra caution. If you cannot backup the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, donot mow it.

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DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the machine.Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gearso that you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommend-ations for wheel weights or counter-weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers orother attachments. These can changethe stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual Do not make suddenchanges in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction, disengage the bladesand proceed slowly straight down theslope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-sary, and then, turn slowly and graduallydownhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,or embankments. The mower couldsuddenly turn over if a wheel is overthe edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edgecaves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reducedtraction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine byputting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steepslopes.

III. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to the ma-chine and the mowing activity. Neveras-sume that children will remain where youlast saw them.• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of anotherresponsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if childrenenter the area.

• Before and when backing, took behindand down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall offand be seriously injured or interfere withsafe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate themachine.

• Use extra care when approaching blindcorners, shrubs, trees, or other objectsthat may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline andother fuels. They are flammable andvapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allowengine to coot before refueling. Donot smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is anopen flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closedarea.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially bladeattachment bolts, tight and keep equip-ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debris build-up. Clean oil or fuelspillage. Allow machine to coot beforestoring.

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

• Never make adjustments or repairs withthe engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subjectto wear, damage, and deterioration,which could expose moving parts orallow objects to be thrown. Frequentlycheck components and replace withmanufacturer's recommended parts,when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, anduse extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-just and service as required.

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• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.

• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-lutely necessary. Always look down andbehind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall offand be seriously injured or interfere withsafe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing areaand under the watchful care of anotherresponsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if childrenenter the area.

• Before and when backing, took behindand down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), notacross.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain could overturn the machine. Tallgrass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a tow gearso that you wilt not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction, disengage the bladesand proceed slowly straight down theslope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,disengage blades, shift into reverse andback down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,and then, turn slowly and graduallydownhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Unleadedand Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(betow 32°F

Oil Capacity: W/Fitter 3.5 PintsW/O Filter 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed(MPH):

Forward:1st 1.12nd 1.43rd 2.24th 3.35th 4.46th 4.9

Reverse: 1.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSIRear: 12 PSI

Charging System: 3 Amps Battery5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp!Hr: 28Min. CCA: 230Case Size: UIR

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase ofa new tractor. It has been designed, engi-neered and manufactured to give you the bestpossible dependability and performance.Should you experience any problem youcannot easily remedy, please contact aSears or other qualified service center.We have competent, welt-trained techni-cians and the proper tools to service orrepair this tractor.Please read and retain this manual. Theinstructions wilt enable you to assembleand maintain your tractor properly. Alwaysobserve the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of thisowner's manual.

_,WARNING: This tractor is equippedwith an internal combustion engine andshould not be used on or near any unim-proved forest-covered, brush-covered orgrass-covered land unless the engine'sexhaust system is equipped with a sparkarrester meeting applicable local or statetaws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, itshould be maintained in effective workingorder by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-nia Public Resources Code). Other statesmay have similar laws. Federal taws applyon federal lands. A spark arrester for themuffler is available through your nearestSears service center (See REPAIR PARTSsection of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTIONAGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-chase. Your new Craffsman® product isdesigned and manufactured for years ofdependable operation. But like all products,it may require repair from time to time. That'swhen having a Repair Protection Agreementcan save you money and aggravation.Purchase a Repair Protection Agreementnow and protect yourself from unexpectedhassle and expense.Here's what's included in the Agreement:• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts notcovered by the agreement; also, 10%off regular price of preventive mainte-nance check.

• Fast help by phone - phone supportfrom a Sears technician on productsrequiring in-home repair, plus conve-nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, asimple phone call is all that it takes for youto schedule service. You can call anytimeday or night, or schedule a service ap-pointment online.Sears has over 12,000 professional repairspecialists, who have access to over 4.5million quality parts and accessories.That's the kind of professionalism you cancount on to help prolong the life of yournew purchase for years to come. Purchaseyour Repair Protection Agreement today!Some limitations and exclusions apply.For prices and additional informationcall 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of homeappliances, garage door openers, waterheaters, and other major home items, inthe U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

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SteeringWheel Insert

Steering Wheel

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

:_ Steering WheelAdapterI I

I I

@(1) Locknut 1/2-20

(1) Large Flat Washer

O1(1) Locknut 1/4-28

SteeringExtension

_g ShaftBoot

Seat

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

i_(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope SheetVideo Cassette

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Yournewtractor hasbeen assembledat the factorywith the exceptionof thoseparts leftunassembledfor shippingpurposes.To ensuresafeand properoperationof yourtractorall partsand hardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Use the correct toolsas necessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebeforeyoubegin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FORASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assemblyeasier. Standard wrench sizes you needare listed below.(1) 3/4"wrench (1) Pliers(2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it means when you are inthe operating position (seated behind thesteering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROMCARTONUNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts andparts boxes from carton.

2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-els of carton. Remove end panels andlay side panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts orcartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTORFROM SKIDATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT ANDBOOT1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex-tension and lower shafts and install 1/4hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se-curely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor sothey are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter fromsteering wheel and slide adapter ontosteering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross barsare horizontal (left to right) and slideinside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hexnut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into centerof steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from trac-tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove anystaples in skid that may puncture tireswhere tractor is to roll off skid.

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for assembly ofseat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove fromthe cardboard packing. Remove thecardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head ofshoulder bolt is positioned over largeslotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulderbolt in slot and pull seat towards rear oftractor.

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5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-semble adjustment knob and flatwasher loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position andsit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable positionis reached which allows you to pressclutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its ad-justed position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustmentknob securely.

Seat

Bolt

j

Adjustment Knob

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.NOTE: If this battery is put into serviceafter month and year indicated on label(label located between terminals) chargebattery for minimum of one hour at 6-10amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenancesection of this manual for charging instruc-tions).

SeatLabel

Terminal

NOTE: You may now roll or drive yourtractor off the skid. Follow the appropriateinstruction below to remove the tractorfrom the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location andfunction of controls)1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressingclutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location andfunction of controls)_WARNING: Before starting, read, un-derstand and follow all instructions in theOperation section of this manual. Be suretractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be surethe area in front of tractor is clear of otherpeople and objects.1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set theparking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raiseattachment lift lever to its highest posi-tion.

6. Start the engine. After engine hasstarted, move throttle control to idleposition.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full"BRAKE" position and hold. Move gear-shift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal andslowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-ing brake and place gearshift lever inneutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide intoplace, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front ofmower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back ofmower deck.

DeflectorShield Mulcher

Plate

LatchHooks

AHi,CAUTION: Do not remove deflectorshield from mower.

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING ORDISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store ina safe place.Your mower is now ready fordischarging or installation of optional grasscatcher accessory.NOTE: It is not necessary to changeblades. The mutcher blades are designedfor discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-flated at the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting performance.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionof this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-ing should be properly leveled. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Serviceand Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITIONOF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-ing motion and mower blade drive beltsin the Service and Adjustments sectionof this manual. Verify that the belts arerouted correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-tor, check to see that the brake is properlyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" inthe Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual.

,/CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your newtractor, we wish to assure that you receivethe best performance and satisfactionfrom this Quality Product.Please review the following checklist:,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.•/ No remaining loose parts in carton.,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-flated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveledside-to-side/front-to-rear for best cuttingresults. (Tires must be properly inflatedfor leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be surethey are routed properly around pulleysand inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connectionsare still secure and wires are properlyclamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, payextra attention to the following importantitems:•/ Engine oil is at proper level.,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate thembefore you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper-ating condition.

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

R N H L IklREVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENTCLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

DANGER, KEEP HANDSAND FEET AWAY

@@@@@KEEPAREACLEAR SLOPEHAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

&Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury ordeath. The safety alert symbolis used to identify safety inform-ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injuryand/or property damage.

&&&

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,,d_., if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,could result in death, serious injury and/orproperty damage.

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KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Ammeter

AttachmentClutch Lever

Ignition Switch Light SwitchPosition

LeverPlunger

Throttle/ChokeControl

-- AttachmentLift Lever

Clutch/BrakePedal

HeightAdjustmentLever

g Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of theAmerican National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) ordischarging (-) of battery.ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Usedto engage the mower blades, or other at-tachments mounted to your tractor.ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used toraise, lower, and adjust the mower deck orother attachments mounted to your tractor.CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used fordectutching and braking the tractor andstarting the engine.GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speedand direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting andstopping the engine.LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to releaseattachment lift lever when changing itsposition.LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns theheadlights on and off.PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Usedfor starting and controlling engine speed.

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

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTORTO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. When engineis running, any attempt by the operatorto leave the seat without first setting theparking brake wilt shut off the engine.1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.Pedal should remain in brake position.Make sure parking brake will hold trac-tor secure.

Attachment Clutch LeverPosition

Control

Clutch/Brake

inition Key"Disengaged"Position

Brake"Engaged"

- Position

Gearshift

"Disengaged" "Brake" LeverPosition Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attachmentclutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch!brake pedal all the way down.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to stow position.NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlto slow position and allowing engine toidle before stopping may cause engine to"backfire".• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key whenleaving tractor to prevent unauthorizeduse.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switchin any position other than "STOP" willcause the battery to discharge and godead.NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the enginerunning, hot engine exhaust gases maycause "browning" of grass. To eliminatethis possibility, always stop engine whenstopping tractor on grass areas._,CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-pletely, as described above, before leavingthe operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery chargingrate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging andmower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement iscontrolled by the gearshift lever.1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal de-

pressed and gearshift lever in neutral(N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired po-sition.

3. Slowly release clutch!brake pedal tostart movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a completestop before shifting or changing gears.Failure to do so will shorten the useful lifeof your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift leverdetermines the cutting height.• Grasp lift lever.• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.The cutting height range is approxi-mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea-sured from the ground to the blade tip withthe engine not running. These heightsare approximate and may vary dependingupon soil conditions, height of grass andtypes of grass being mowed.

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• The average lawn should be cut to ap-proximately 2-1/2 inches during the coolseason and to over 3 inches during hotmonths. For healthier and better lookinglawns, mow often and after moderategrowth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over6 inches in height should be mowedtwice. Make the first cut relatively high;the second to desired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. Any attemptby the operator to leave the seat with theengine running and the attachment clutchengaged wilt shut off the engine. You mustremain fully and centrally positioned in theseat to prevent the engine from hesitatingor cutting off when operating your equip-ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.1. Select desired height of cut.2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.TO STOP MOWER BLADES -disengage attachment clutch control._I_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mowerwithout either the entire grass catcher,on mowers so equipped, or the deflectorshield in place.

;mnt LiftLever High Position/

Attachment \ f,,;Clutch Lever ;-"_ Low"En{

Position

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_,WARNING: Do not drive up or downhills with slopes greater than 15 ° and donot drive across any slope. Use the slopeguide at the back of this manual.• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttlecontrol lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, pushclutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-tion and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Besure you have allowed room for tractorto roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly releaseparking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest positionwith attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more thanfive (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transporting your tractor on a truckor a trailer, be sure hood is closed andsecured to tractor. Use an appropriatemeans of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-mended by and comply with specificationsof the manufacturer of your tractor. Usecommon sense when towing. Too heavyof a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.Tires can lose traction with the ground andcause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has beenshipped, from the factory, already filledwith summer weight oil.1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screwcap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-move and read oil level. If necessary,add oil until "FULl" mark on dipstick isreached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you shouldchange oil for easier starting (See theoil viscosity chart in the Maintenancesection of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-nance section in this manual.

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ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline wiltincrease carbon and lead oxide depositsand reduce valve life). Do not mix oilwith gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan-tities that can be used within 30 days toassure fuel freshness.

_,CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil orfuel. Do not store, spill or use gasolinenear an open flame.IMPORTANT: When operating in temper-atures betow32°F(0°C), use fresh, cleanwinter grade gasoline to help insure goodcold weather starting.CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (calledgasohol or using ethanol or methanol) canattract moisture which leads to separa-tion and formation of acids during storage.Acidic gas can damage the fuel systemof an engine while in storage. To avoidengine problems, the fuel system shouldbe emptied before storage of 30 daysor longer. Drain the gas tank, start theengine and let it run until the fuel linesand carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuelnext season. See Storage Instructions foradditional information. Never use engineor carburetor cleaner products in the fueltank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINEWhen starting the engine for the first timeor if the engine has run out of fuel, it willtake extra cranking time to move fuel fromthe tank to the engine.1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and setparking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disengagedposition.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.NOTE: Before starting, read the warmand cold starting procedures below.

. Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to start position and releasekey as soon as engine starts. Donot run starter continuously for morethan fifteen seconds per minute. If theengine does not start after severalattempts, move throttle control to fastposition, wait a few minutes and tryagain. If engine still does not start,move the throttle control back to thechoke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F andabove)6. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does notaccept the toad, restart the engine andallow it to warm up for one minute usingthe choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F andbelow)6. When engine starts, leave throttle

control in choke position until enginewarms up and begins to run roughly.Once rough running begins, imme-diately move the throttle control to thefast position. Engine warm-up maytake from several seconds to severalminutes (the colder the temperature,the longer the warm-up).

• The attachments can also be used dur-ing the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)the carburetor fuel mixture may need tobe adjusted for best engine performance(see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual).

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MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled forbest mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.

• The left hand side of mower should beused for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are dischargedonto the area that has already beencut. Have the cut area to the right ofthe tractor. This will result in a moreeven distribution of clippings and moreuniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start byturning to the right so that clippings willdischarge away from shrubs, fences,driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,mow in the opposite direction makingleft hand turns until finished.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keepmower housing free of built-up grass andtrash. Clean after each use.• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times andreduce them in size so that as they fallonto the lawn they will disperse intothe grass and not be noticed. Also, themulched grass will biodegrade quicklyto provide nutrients for the lawn. Alwaysmulch with your highest engine (blade)speed as this wilt provide the best recut-ting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.Wet grass tends to form clumps andinterferes with the mulching action. Thebest time to mow your lawn is the earlyafternoon. At this time the grass hasdried, the newly cut area will not beexposed to direct sunlight.

• For best results, adjust the mowercutting height so that the mower cutsoff only the top one-third of the grassblades. For extremely heavy grass, re-duce your width of cut on each pass andmow slowly.

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• If grass is extremely tall, it should bemowed twice to reduce load and pos-sible fire hazard from dried clippings.Make first cut relatively high; the secondto the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.Wet grass wilt plug mower and leaveundesirable clumps. Allow grass to drybefore mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttlewhen mowing to assure better mowingperformance and proper discharge ofmaterial. Regulate ground speed byselecting a low enough gear to give themower cutting performance as well asthe quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select aground speed that wilt suit the terrainand give best performance of the at-tachment being used.

MAX 1/3

• Certain types of grass and grassconditions may require that an area bemulched a second time to completelyhide the clippings. When doing a sec-ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) tothe first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from weekto week. Mow north to south one weekthen change to east to west the nextweek. This wilt help prevent matting andgraining of the lawn.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___,o_o_ "FILL IN DATES _,_ ,_.0_ ,_.C; ,_0 ,_£'_ _ _0AS YOU COMPLETE _'_ £x4,_ £x4,'_ £x4,9 _" £k4,_ _q'_

REGULAR SERVICE _"__ SERVICE DATESi i

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

a Check for Loose Fasteners V # _5 V #

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _43

T Lubrication Chart _1_

0 Check Battery Level

R Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Beffs

Check Engine Oil Level _

Change Engine Oil (with oi_ filter) _1,2 _1_

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

N Clean Air Filter _2

G Clean Air Screen _1_2

N_ inspect Muffler/Spark Attester

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _2

Clean Engine Cooting Fins _1# 2

Replace Spark Plug _'2Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Fitter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy toad orin high ambient temperatures

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance4ree battery.5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 It-Ibs maximum.

DO not ovedighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSThe warranty on this tractor does notcover items that have been subjected tooperator abuse or negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, operatormust maintain tractor as instructed in thismanual.Some adjustments wilt need to be madeperiodically to properly maintain yourtractor.At least once a season, check to see ifyou should make any of the adjustmentsdescribed in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual.• At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,and check blades and belts for wear.A new spark plug and clean air filterassure proper air-fuel mixture and helpyour engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.2. Check brake operation.3. Check tire pressure.4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.5. Check for loose fasteners.

Zerk

LUBRICATION CHART

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IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease thepivot points which have special nylonbearings. Viscous lubricants wilt attractdust and dirt that wilt shorten the life ofthe self-lubricating bearings. If you feetthey must be lubricated, use only a dry,powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-forming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high speed in highestgear, then brake must be adjusted. (See"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service andAdjustments section of this manual).TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemicals which can harm rub-ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharpobjects and other hazards that maycause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and preventflat tires due to stow leaks, tire sealantmay be purchased from your local partsdealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dryrot and corrosion.OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlocksystems are working properly. If your trac-tor does not function as described, repairthe problem immediately.• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressedand attachement clutch control is in thedisengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any at-tempt by the operator to leave the seatwithout first setting the parking brakeshould shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and theattachment clutch is engaged, any at-tempt by the operator to leave the seatshould shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-erate unless the operator is in the seat.

BLADE CAREFor best results mower blades must bekept sharp. Replace bent or damagedblades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to at-low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer andflat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened bladewith trailing edge up towards deck asshown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,center hole in blade must align with staron mandrel assembly.4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order asshown.

5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only withapprove bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Mandrel AssemblyTrailing _. _o,4_,Edge Up /_'-''"i "_ Center _ _'_'_

Hle 2

Flat Washer _ _ \ A.

Lock Washer _ _-_Star

_# Blade Bolt

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-ening blade - but if you do, be sure theblade is balanced.Care should be taken to keep the bladebalanced. An unbalanced blade wilt causeexcessive vibration and eventual damageto mower and engine.• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a conebalancer. (When using a cone balancer,follow the instructions supplied withbalancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancingblade. The lobes of the center hole mayappear to be centered, but are not.• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold thebolt or pin parallel with the ground. Ifblade is balanced, it should remain in ahorizontal position. If either end of theblade moves downward, sharpen theheavy end until the blade is balanced.

5/8" Bolt _ BladePin

Center Hole

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BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive charger will extend its life.• Keep battery and terminals clean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.NOTE: The original equipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or remove caps or covers.Adding or checking level of electrolyte isnot necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery andterminals can cause the battery to "leak"power.1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and removebattery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water anddry.

3. Clean terminals and battery cable endswith wire brush until bright.

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACINGBATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxte free from build-up of dirtand chaff which can restrict cooling.

V-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wearafter 100 hours of operation and replaceif necessary. The belts are not adjustable.Replace belts if they begin to slip fromwear.

ENGINELUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil ratedwith API service classification SF-SJ.Select the oil's SAE viscosity gradeaccording to your expected operatingtemperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting incold weather, the oils will result in in-creased oil consumption when used above32°R Check your engine oil level morefrequently to avoid possible engine dam-age from running tow on oil.Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-eration or at least once a year if the tractoris not used for 50 hours in one year.Check the crankcase oil level before start-ing the engine and after each eight (8)hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check theoil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expectedbefore oil change. All oil must meet APIservice classification SF-SJ.• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.• Catch oil in a suitable container.1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the enginewhen changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drainvalve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.Oil Drain Valve

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3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inwardslightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushinginward and turning clockwise until thepin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace thecap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.For approximate capacity see "PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of thismanual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap!dipstick forchecking level. For accurate reading,tighten dipstick cap securely onto thetube before removing dipstick. Keep oilat "FULl.:' line on dipstick. Tighten caponto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINEOIL FILTERReplacethe engineoil filter everyseasonor everyotheroil change if the tractorisused morethan 100 hoursin one year.AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using adirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner afterevery 25 hours of operation or everyseason. Service paper cartridge every100 hours of operation or every season,whichever occurs first.Service air cleaner more often under dustyconditions.1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and

rotate towards engine.2. Remove cover.3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and

pre-cleaner from base.4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor.NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replacecartridge.5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge

firmly in base.6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower

housing and replace cover.7. Hook handle on cover and push down

on handle to close.IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, suchas kerosene, are not to be used to cleanthe cartridge. They may cause deterio-ration of the cartridge. Do not oil car-tridge. Do not use pressurized air to cleancartridge.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to remove dirt and stub-born dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine's air cool-ing system. Remove blower housing andclean area shown to prevent overheatingand engine damage.

Air ScreenClean out chaff and debris

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-ate a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUG(S)Replace spark plug(s) at the beginningof each mowing season or after every100 hours of operation, whichever occursfirst. Spark plug type and gap setting areshown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual.

jCover

Cartridge

Slots

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-retor, replacement is required.1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaksand clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-line.

_ Clamp

Clamp f _ _..___- Fuel Filter

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CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with auto-motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a gardenhose or pressure washer to clean yourtractor unless the engine and transmis-sion are covered to keep water out. Waterin engine or transmission will shorten theuseful life of your tractor. Use compressedair or a leaf blower to remove grass,leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with plug.

TRACTORTO REMOVE MOWERMower will be easier to remove from theright side of tractor.1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.3. Roll belt off engine pulley.4. Remove small retainer spring, and

remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide outof bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassisbracket by removing retainer spring.

Small

Clutch

7. Disconnect suspension arms from reardeck brackets by removing retainersprings.

8. Disconnect front links from deck byremoving retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspensionarms. Slide mower out from under trac-tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other thanthe mower deck is to be mounted on thetractor, remove the front links and hookthe clutch spring Into square hole in frame.TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highestposition.

Front Link

Retainer Spring_

Anti-Sway

HousingRetainer SpringsBoth Sides)

Deflector ShieldBracketLarge Retainer Spring

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2. Slide mowerunder tractorwith deflec-tor shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift leverto its lowestposition.4. Connectfront linksto mowerdeckand

securewith retainersprings.5. Connectsuspensionarms to rear

deckbracketsand securewith retainersprings.

6. Connectanti-swaybar to chassisbracketand securewith retainerspring.

7. Pushclutchcable housingguide intobracket,slide collaronto guideandsecurewith large retainerspring.

8. Placeflat washerand clutchspringonidler pulleybolt and securewith smallretainerspring.

9. Installbelt onto enginepulley.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of thismanual). If tires are over or underinflated,you wilt not properly adjust your mower.SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT• Raise mower to its highest position.• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge ofmower to ground. Distance "A" on bothsides of mower should be the same orwithin 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten liftlink adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen liftlink adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each futt turn of adjustment nutwilt change mower height about 1/8".• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge Bottom edge ofof mower to _ _rr)o_er to ground

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FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENTIMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-toside. If the following front-to-back adjust-ment is necessary, be sure to adjust bothfront links equally so mower will stay levelside-to-side.To obtain the best cutting results, themower housing should be adjusted sothat the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"lower than the rear when the mower is inits highest position.Check adjustment on right side of trac-tor. Measure distance "D" directly in frontand behind the mandrel at bottom edge ofmower housing as shown.• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links areequal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjustone link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"on both front links an equal number ofturns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"from trunnion on both front links. Tightennut "E" on both front links an equal num-ber of turns. The two front links mustremain equal in length.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lowerat front than rear, tighten nut "F" againsttrunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-placed without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TOREMOVE MOWER" in this section ofmanual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys andidler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleysand idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" inthis section of this manual).

MandrelIdler Pulleys

Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustablebrake system which is mounted on theright side of the transaxte.If tractor requires more than five (5) feet tostop at highest speed in highest gear on alevel, dry concrete or paved surface, thenbrake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete orpaved surface, depress clutch/brakepedal all the way down and engageparking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid whenyou try to manually push the tractor for-ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brakeneeds to be adjusted or the pads need tobe replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the waydown and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosenjam nut and turn nut "A" until distancebecomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nutagainst nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stoppingdistance as stated above. Readjustif necessary. If stopping distance isstill greater than five (5) feet in highestgear, further maintenance is neces-sary. Replace brake pads or contact aSears or other qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake. For assistance, there is abelt installation guide decal on bottom sideof left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVEMOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive beltand position of all belt guides and keepers.2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxlepulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeperand pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down betweentransaxte belt keepers and onto theinput pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine pulley.4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

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5. Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides and keepers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALLMOWER" in this section of manual).

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Clutchin4

Center.SpanKeeper

Stationary Idler

Transaxte

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU-TRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lockgate) position. The adjustment is presetat the factory; however, if adjustment isneeded, proceed as follows:1. Make sure transaxte is in neutral (N).NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move

freely, the transaxle is in neutral.2. Loosen ad ustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.3. Position the gear shift lever in the neu-

tral (N) position.4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mowerdeck height to the lowest position.

Neutral Lock GateGearshift

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TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, remove steer-ing wheel and reassemble with crossbarshorizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBERThe front wheel toe-in and camber are notadjustable on your tractor. If damage hasoccurred to affect the front wheel toe-in orcamber, contact a Sears or other qualifiedservice center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rearwheels have a square key - Do notlose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.NOTE: On rear wheels only: aligngrooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insertsquare key.4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.5. Replace axle cover.NOTE: To seal tire punctures and preventflat tires due to slow leaks, purchase anduse tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealantalso prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

RetainingRing

AxleCover

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Square Key(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-TERY

,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flameand smoking materials away from bat-teries. Always wear eye protection whenaround batteries.If your battery is too weak to start theengine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section ofthis manual).If "jumper cables" are used for emergencystarting, follow this procedure:IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equippedwith a 12 volt system. The other vehiclemust also be a 12 volt system. Do not useyour tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cableto the POSITIVE (+) terminal of eachbattery(A-B), taking care not to shortagainst tractor chassis.

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2. Connectone end of the BLACKcableto the NEGATIVE(-) terminal (C) offully chargedbattery.

3. Connect the otherend of the BLACKcable(D) to good chassisground,awayfrom fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVECABLES,REVERSEORDER-1. BLACKcablefirst from chassisand

then from the fully chargedbattery.2. REDcable last from bothbatteries.

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Weak or Dead Fully ChargedBattery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_,WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals atthe same time. Before connecting battery,remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings, etc.Positive terminal must be connectedfirst to prevent sparking from accidentalgrounding.1. Lift seat pan to raised position.2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefullyremove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals insame position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable topositive (+) terminal with hex bolt andkeps nut as shown. Tighten securely.Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable tonegative (-) terminal with remaininghex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

(Red)Cable

TerminalCover (_/Keps

Nut_ HexBolt

Negative (Black)Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole inthe backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may causeyour tractor to run poorly, stop running, orprevent it from starting.• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-typeplug-in fuse. The fuse holder is locatedbehind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-SEMBLY1. Raise hood.2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off oftractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-connect the headlight wire connector.

Hood

Headlight WireConnector

Seat Pan

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of theemission control devices and systems, whichare being done at the customers expense,may be performed by any non-road enginerepair establishment or individual. Warrantyrepairs must be performed by an authorizedengine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROLCABLE

The throttle control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not be nec-essary. Check adjustment as describedbelow before loosening cable. If adjust-ment is necessary, proceed as follows:1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-tion. Slowly move lever from choke tofast position.

2. Check that holes "A" in governorcontrol lever and hole in governor plateline-up. If holes "A" are not aligned,loosen clamp screw and move throttlecable until holes are aligned. Tightenclamp screw securely.

Governor Control Lever Governor;ontrol Plate

Clamp CableScrew

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine istow emission. It is equipped with an idlefuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,which allows some adjustment within thelimits allowed by the cap. Do not attemptto remove the limiter cap. The limiter capcannot be removed without breaking theadjusting needle.The carburetor has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not be nec-essary. However, minor adjustment maybe required to compensate for differencesin fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If thecarburetor does need adjustment, proceedas follows:In general, turning idle mixture valve in(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel tothe engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out(counterclockwise) increases the supplyof fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel!airmixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needlevalve and the seat in carburetor may resultif screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem-bled to the carburetor when makingcarburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable isadjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for fiveminutes. Make final adjustments withengine running and shift/motion controllever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi-tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttlelever against idle speed screw. Turnidle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever againstidle speed screw, turn idle mixturevalve full travel clockwise then coun-terclockwise until engine runs rough.Turn valve to a point midway betweenthose two positions. Release throttlelever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slowto fast position. If engine hesitates ordies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun-terclockwise) 1/8turn. Repeat test andcontinue to adjust, if necessary, untilengine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Donot adjust - damage may result.IMPORTANT: Never tamper with theengine governor, which is factory setfor proper engine speed. Overspeed-ing the engine above the factory highspeed setting can be dangerous. If youthink the engine-governed high speedneeds adjusting, contact a Sears or otherqualified service center, which has properequipment and experience to make anynecessary adjustments.

Idle Speed Throttle

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor will not be used for 30 days or more._,WARNING: Never store the tractorwith gasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to coot beforestoring in any enclosure.

TRACTORRemove mower from tractor for winterstorage. When mower is to be stored for aperiod of time, clean it thoroughly, removeall dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in aclean, dry area.1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of thismanual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary(See belt replacement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenancesection of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screwsare securely fastened. Inspect movingparts for damage, breakage and wear.Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paintsurfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY• Fully charge the battery for storage.• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,battery cables should be disconnectedand battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TOCLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" inthe Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-nected and place cables where theycannot come in contact with batteryterminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor forstorage, do not store battery directly onconcrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINEFUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to preventgum deposits from forming in essentialfuel system parts such as carburetor, fuelhose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or usingethanol or methanol) can attract moisturewhich leads to separation and formation ofacids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-age the fuel system of an engine while instorage.• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel linesand carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleanerproducts in the fuel tank or permanentdamage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptablealternative in minimizing the formation offuel gum deposits during storage. Addstabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-age container. Always follow the mix ratiofound on stabilizer container. Run engineat least 10 minutes after adding stabilizerto allow the stabilizer to reach the car-buretor. Do not empty the gas tank andcarburetor if using fuel stabilizer.ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replacewith clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" inthe Maintenance section of this manual).CYLINDER(S)1. Remove spark plug(s).2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one seasonto another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your canstarts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in yourgasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoorsand cover it to give protection from dustand dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-tective cover that does not retain mois-ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannotbreathe which allows condensation toform and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor whileengine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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

2. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE"

Hard to start

Engine will notturn over

properly.3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.5. Dirty air filter.6. Dirty fuel filter.7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out ofadjustment.

Engine clicks butwill not start

1. Dirty air filter.2. Bad spark plug.3. Weak or dead battery.4. Dirty fuel filter.5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out ofadjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal notdepressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.3. Weak or dead battery.4. Blown fuse.5. Corroded battery terminals.6. Loose or damaged wiring.7. Faulty ignition switch.8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

g. Faulty operator presenceswitch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.2. Corroded battery terminals.3. Loose or damaged wiring.4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

in Operation section.3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.4. Replace spark plug.5. Clean/replace air filter.6. Replace fuel filter.7. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustmentssection.

10.Contact a Sears or otherqualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.2. Replace spark plug.3. Recharge or replace battery.4. Replace fuel filter.5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.6. Check all wiring.7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustmentssection.

8. Contact a Sears or otherqualified service center.

1. Depress clutch!brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.3. Recharge or replace battery.4. Replace fuse.5. Clean battery terminals.6. Check all wiring.7. Check/replace ignition switch.8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.2. Clean battery terminals.3. Check all wiring.4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

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CAUSE

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Loss of power

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7. Dirty fuel filter.8. Stale or dirty fuel.

Cutting too much grass/too 1.fast.

Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2.Build-up of grass, leaves 3.and trash under mower.Dirty air filter. 4.Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.Faulty spark plug. 6.

7.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.12. Dirty/clogged muffler.13. Loose or damaged wiring.14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out ofadjustment.

Excessivevibration

Engine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat with attach-ment clutchengaged

Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safetypresence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck ventholes from buildup of grass,leaves, and trash aroundmandrels.

CORRECTION

Raise cutting height/reducespeed.Adjust throttle control.Clean underside of mowerhousing.Clean/replace air filter.Check oil level/change oil.Clean and regap or changespark plug.Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tankwith fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure-tor, refill tank with fresh gas-oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten sparkplug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen!fins.12. Clean/replace muffler.13.Check all wiring.14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustmentssection.

15.Contact a Sears or otherqualified service center.

1. Replace blade.Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or otherqualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).Replace damaged parts.

. Check wiring, switches andconnections. If not correctedcontact Sears or otherqualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tightenblade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.3. Clean underside of mower

housing.4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

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

PROBLEM

Mower blades willnot rotate

CAUSE

1. Obstruction in clutchmechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drivebelt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.4. Frozen blade mandrel.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in"FAST" position.

Poor grass 1.discharge

2.3.

4.5.

6.

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8.9.

Headlight(s) not 1.working 2.(if so equipped) 3.

4.5.

Battery will not 1.charge 2.

3.

4.

1.Engine "backfires"when turningengine "OFF"

Travel speed too fast.Wet grass.

Mower deck not level.Low/uneven tire air pressure.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Buildup of grass, leaves andtrash under mower.Mower drive belt worn.Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck ventholes from buildup of grass,leaves, and trash aroundmandrels.

Switch is "OFF".

Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.Faulty light switch.Loose or damaged wiring.Blown fuse.

Bad battery celt(s).Poor cable connections.Faulty regulator(if so equipped).Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control notset at "SLOW" position for30 seconds before stoppingengine.

2. Shift to slower speed.3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.4. Level mower deck.5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.7. Clean underside of mower

housing.8. Replace mower drive belt.9. 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) or lamp(s).3. Check/replace light switch.4. Check wiring and connections.5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

. Move throttle control to"SLOW" position and allowto idle for 30 seconds beforestopping engine.

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CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN @ 3600 RPM

3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID RED I___A_T_ R_(IF SO EQUIPPED) I UGHTINGSYSTEM

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NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR ISEQUIPPED WITH A SPECIALALTERNATOR SYSTEM.THE LIGHTS ARE NOTCONNECTED TO THEBATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIROWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.BECAUSE OF THIS, THEBRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTSWILL CHANGE WITH ENGINESPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTSWILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE ISSPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTSWILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+At NONE

RUN/UGH1 B+A1 A2+L

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START ] + S + A1 NONE

REMOVABLECONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPSNOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FORSERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TOPROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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BatteryBolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4Box Battery FenderSwitch, InterlockHarness Asm Light W/4152jBulb Light #1156Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" redCable Battery 6 Ga. w/16 wire redFuse 20 AMPNut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 uricCable Ground 6 Ga, 12" blackSwitch Plunger Nc GraySwitch IgnKey Ign Molded CraftsmanHarness IgnBolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x 1/2Cover Terminal RedSolenoidAmmeter Rectangular 6 AmpProtection Wire LoopCover Battery Terminal

NOTE: All component dimensions give in U,S, inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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174619 Chassis Stamping176554 Drawbar155272 Bumper Hood/Dash168337X013 DashSTD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1174996 Panel, Dash, L.H.172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2185682X558 Hood Assembly Laser184921 Bumper Hood Large 1.75STD541437 Nut188636 Grille Lens Asm Laser174332X599 Lens, Laser174738X558 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT139976174905081757101747147214060615479873680600158112170606201757021866891755821565241897471701651767050817670608170006121452121751435479J

Bracket, Fender SupportScrew Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TytBracket Asm. Pivot Mower RearBracket Pivot LaserBolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 3/4Dash Lower STLTNut Crownlock 3/8-16 uricKeeper Belt Rear LHScrew 3/8-16 x 1-1/4Plate Reinforcement STLTBracket Swaybar ChassisBracket Pnt Footrest STLTJod Pivot Chassis/HoodScrew Hi-Lo #13-16 x 5/8 w/patchBolt Shoulder 5/16 -18 TTScrew Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYTTScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4Nut Hexflange LockInsert Lens ReflectivePlug, Button

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

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KEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 63Peerless 206-545C 64

2 146682 Spring Brake Return 653 123666X Pulley Transaxle 664 12000028 Ring Retainer 705 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 746 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 758 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 7610 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 7711 105701X Washer Plate Shift 7813 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr. 8 W/Patch 7914 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 8015 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 8116 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 unc 8218 74780616 Bolt Pin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 8319 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc 8421 106933X Knob 8522 130804 Rod, Brake 8924 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc 9025 106888X Spring, Brake Red 9626 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 11227 STD561210 PinCotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 11328 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 11629 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 12030 174973 Bracket, Transaxle 15032 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 15134 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 15635 120183X Bearing, Nylon 15836 19211616 Washer 15937 1572H Pin, Roll 16138 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 16239 72110622 Bolt RDHD 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr.5 16341 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 16547 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 16648 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 16849 123205X Retainer, Belt 16950 72110612 Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 17051 STD541437 Nut Crownleck 3/8-16 unc 19752 STD541431 Nut, Crownleck 5/16-18 unc 19853 105710X Link, Clutch 20255 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 21256 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0457 130801 V-Belt59 169691 Keeper, Center Span61 17120614 Screw. 3/8-16 x .87562 8883R Cover, Pedal

PARTNO. DESCRIPTION

175410 Pulley, Engine173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5-1.5STD551143 Washer154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro134683 Keeper Belt Engine137057 Spacer121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.STD581075 E-Ring123583X Key, Square121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.2228M Key Woodruff131486 Arm Shift165594 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered165711 Spring Torsion19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.166228 Link Transaxle150360 Nut Lock Center 1/4-20158391X428 Console, Shift124346X4497H19091210127285X7214060673900600175456191332101660021655891839007214040673680400747804161656231749051016549216558017839416961316959372110614145212

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 ZincRetainer Spring 1" Zinc/CadWasher 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.Strap Torque 90 DegreesBolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16Spacer RetainerWasher 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125Bracket Shift MountHub Tapered Flange Shift LtBolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5Nut Crewnlock 1/4-20 uncBolt Hex Pin 1/4-20 unc x 1 Gr 5Bracket Pivot LeverScrew 5/16-18 x 5/8Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561Plate FasteningKeeper Belt T/ANyliner Snap-In 5/8"tDWasher Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" HydBolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5Nut Hex Fig. Lock

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1 139768 Steering Wheel2 184706 Axle Assembly3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened6 121746X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.8 12000029 Ring, Klip10 175121 Draglink11 STD551137 Washer, Lock12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf13 136516 Spacer Brg Axle Front15 145212 Nut, Hexflange Lock17 180641 Shaft Assembly, Steering26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag26 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.29 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/430 STD561210 Pin32 130465 Rod, Tie36 155099 Bushing, Steering37 152927 Screw36 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel39 19183812 Washer 9/16 x 2-3/840 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/6-2441 186737 Adaptor, Steering Wheel42 145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.44 180640 Extension Shaft Steering46 184946X505 Cap, Spindle Red51 73540400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-2854 71130420 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 unf x 1-1/4 Gr. 865 160367 Spacer Brace Axle67 72110618 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/468 169827 Axle, Brace71 175146 Steering Asm82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .1486 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-2091 175553 Clip Steering95 188967 Washer Hardened .793 x 1.637 x .060

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KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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Control, ThrottleScrew, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2Engine, (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No. 31H777-0297-E1MufflerGasketTube Drain Oil EasyShield Brn/Dbr GuardArrestor, SparkTank, FuelCap Assembly, Fuel Sears, VentedClamp, HoseLine, FuelPlug, Drain Oil EasyBushing SnapScrew, Hex Washer Head, Thd. Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

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DESCRIPTION

SeatBracket, Pivot, SeatBoltWasher 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga,Clip, Pushqn HingedNutSpring, SeatScrew 3/8-16 x 1-1/2Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga,Pan, SeatKnob SeatBracket, Switch Mounting

KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing, Snap14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/215 134300 Spacer, Split 28 x ,8816 121250X Spring17 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Gr. 521 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 uric22 STD541431 Nut24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 G&25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273390DECALS

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KEY PARTNO. NO.

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KEY PARTDESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instr. 12 146046Decal, HP Engine 13 183827Decal, Hood, R.H. 14 160396Decal, Hood, LH. 16 138047Decal, Hood Replacement 20 149516Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 138311Decal, Hood Side - - 184310X428Decal, Deck - - 184311X428Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 189279Decal, Fender Danger - - 189280Decal, Deck "B" 42"

Decal, V-Belt Drive SchematicDecal, Lower DashDecal, V-Belt SchematicDecal, Battery DiehardDecal, Battery Dngr/Psn EngDecal, Lift HandlePad, Footrest LH STLTPad, Footrest RH STLTOwner's Manual, EnglishOwner's Manual, Spanish

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1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire2 65139 Stem, Valve3 106222X Tire, Front4 59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)5 106732X624 Rim, Front6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)8 106108X624 Rim, Rear9 106268X Tire, Rear10 7152J Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)11 104757X428 Cap, Axle- - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

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

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1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift3 105767X Pin, Groove4 12000002 E-Ring5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.6 120183X Bearing, Nylon7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red11 139865 Link, Lift, L.H.12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.13 STD624008 Retainer Spring15 173288 Link, Front16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 uric17 175689 Trunnion18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 uric19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear20 163552 Retainer Spring31 169865 Bearing, Pvt, Lift32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

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1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 52 1398882 STD533107 Bolt 53 1849073 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 54 1785154 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 55 1550465 STD624008 Retainer Spring 56 1657236 178024 Bar Sway Deck 59 1410438 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 67 1498469 STD551137 Washer, Lock 68 14495910 140296 Washer, Hardened 92 73800600

(The following blades are available) 101 13642011 134149 Blade, Mulching 102 71081010

(For mulching mowers only) 103 19061216-- 139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 104 STD551110

(For better wear when mulching) 105 160793- - 138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift 106 2029J

(For bagging or discharging) 129 1913131213 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 130 STD52371014 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 131 STD53371015 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 142 16589016 174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 143 15710918 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 144 15863419 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 145 16588820 159770 Baffle, Vortex 146 17197721 STD541431 NutCrownlock5/16-18unc 147 13133523 177563 Bracket, Deflector 148 16902224 105304X Cap, Sleeve 149 16589825 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 150 1909121026 110452X Nut, Push 152 16967627 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 158 1772040828 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 159 7214061429 131491 Rod, Hinge 184 1913141030 173984 ScrewThdrol DOD PT Hex 185 18823431 187690 Washer, Spacer - - 13079432 153535 Pulley, Mandrel33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged34 72110612 Bolt Carr. Sh. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 - - 16958336 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat40 73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 unc44 140086 Guard, Mandrel, LH.45 STD624003 Retainer46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/848 133944 Washer, Hardened

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 uncArm Assembly, Pad, BrakeWasher, HardenedArm, IdlerSpacer, RetainerGuard, TUV IdlerKnob Custom OvalV-BeltNut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16Mulcher CoverScrew Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/8Washer #10Washer, Lock #10Latch Assembly, BaggerNut, WeldWasher 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc xl Gr. 5Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1Arm Spring Brake MowerBracket Arm Idler 42"Keeper Belt 42" Clutch CablePulley Idler FlatBolt Carriage IdlerSpring ExtensionSpring Return IdlerRetainer Spring Yellow ZincWasher 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.Cable Clutch 42 InScrew H ex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unc x 1-3/4Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.Head Assy. Cable ClutchMandrel Assembly (Includeshousing, shaft and shaft hardwareonly-pulley not included)Replacement Mower, Complete(Std. Deck-Order separatelymulcher cover components keynos. 101-106)

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

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

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 42 792073A3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A4 776395 Countershaft 43 7920755 776409 Output Shaft 44 7900256 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 7860666A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 7860867 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 7746908 792180 Shift Key 48 7746918A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 7783569 784352 Shift Collar 50 77833810 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 77835411 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 77835212 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 77835013 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Include. 54 778346

14) 56 77835514 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include, 57 778337

13) 58 77835315 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 77835117 786188 Drive Pin 60 77834918 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 77834520 792077A Ball 5/16" dia 65 78018921 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 66 77642222 792079 Spring .310 OD x .625 L 67 77639625 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 69 79217025A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 70 78618726 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 78806927 792035 Retaining Ring 71B 78809228 788040 Retaining Ring 76 78009029 780072 Thrust Washer .627 tD x .031W 77 788078A29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 79 79214429B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 82 77833329C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .63230 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 83 77833831 780001 Fiat Washer .750 tD x ,056W 85 792154

(Use As Needed) 87 788089A31A 780195 Flat Washer .750 tD x ,062W 150 788093A32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 157 788088A34 780194 Bushing .563 180 730229A35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 900 79471235A 780197 Flanged Bushing .75136 790075 Brake Disk37 790007 Brake Pad Plate NOTE:38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)39 786026 Dowel Pin40 792076A Fiat Washer .312 ID x ,059W

Brake LeverScrew 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"Locknut 5 / 16 - 24Brake Pad HolderSpacer .2625 x 1.0Brake Lever BracketAxle (11-15 / 16" Long)Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)Spur Gear (29 teeth)Spur Gear (27 teeth)Spur Gear (23 teeth)Spur Gear (19 teeth)Spur Gear (16 teeth)Spur Gear (15 teeth)Spur Gear (11 teeth)Spur Gear (13 teeth)Spur Gear (17 teeth)Spur Gear (21 teeth)Spur Gear (24 teeth)Spur Gear (25 teeth)Flat Washer .563 ID x .062WInput ShaftShifter & Brake ShaftRetaining RingSpacer .890Square Cut Ring"O" RingFlat Washer 1.128 ID x .058WInverted Retaining RingSpring .430 OD x .5000 LBevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13teeth)Spur Gear (27 teeth)Oil Fill PlugOil Seal 9 / 16"Liquid Gasket RTV SiliconeOil Seal 3/4"Gear Oil 80W90Replacement MST - 206-545CTransaxle

All component dimensions given in U,S, inches1 inch = 25,4 mm

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

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 106 690577 a Seat-Inlet2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)3 391086 ° Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 695419 Valve-Choke (Nikki)4 697188 Sump-Engine 117 694352 a Jet-Main (Standard)5 698147 Head-Cylinder 117A 699457 a Jet-Main (Standard) (Nikki)7 699168 °+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 118 697228 Jet-Main (High Altitude)9 697109 ° Gasket-Breather 118A 699458 Jet-Main (High Altitude) (Nikki)11 697113 Tube-Breather 121 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul12 697110 ° Gasket-Crankcase 121A 699521 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul (Nikki)13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 125 698445 Carburetor15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 125A Carburetor (For Complete16 697127 Crankshaft Carburetor, Service with20 690947 ° Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 698445)22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cever/Sump) 127 695005 Plug-Welch23 693557 Flywheel 127A 690727 a Plug-Welch (Nikki)24 222698 Key-Flywheel 130 691750 Valve-Throttle25 699052 Piston Assembly (Standard) 130A 699500 Valve-Throttle (Nikki)-- 699054 Piston Assembly (.020" 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft

Oversize) 131A 699501 Kit-Throttle Shaft (Nikki)26 699051 Ring Set (Standard) 133 494381 Float-Carburetor-- 697559 Ring Set (.020"Oversize) 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor (Nikki)27 698469 Lock-Piston Pin 135 698780 Tube-Fuel Transfer28 697099 Pin-Piston 137 281165 G_ Gasket-Float Bowl29 697126 Red-Connecting (Standard) 137A 698781 G Gasket-Float Bowl (Nikki)-- 697263 Red-Connecting (.020" 141 495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

Undersize) 141A 698778 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki)32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 142 697140 G Nozzle-Carburetor33 695760 Valve-Exhaust 146 691639 Key-Timing34 695761 Valve-intake 187 697098 Line-Fuel35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm37 697108 Guard-Flywheel 202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor40 691752 Retainer-Valve 209 692208 Spring-Governor43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 216 691840 Link-Choke45 690564 Tappet-Valve 222 694042 Bracket-Control46 698492 Camshaft 227 691374 Lever-Governor Control48 697762 Short Block 231 691636 Screw (Choke Valve)50 690193 Manifold-intake 232 691842 Spring-Governor51 692137 .G_:+ Gasket-Intake 238 691843 Cap-Valve53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing73 697133 Screen-Rotating 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)74 697897 Screw (Rotating Screen) 276 692255 G_:Washer-Sealing78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 276A 695410 Washer-Sealing89 690283 Plug-Oil 304 697783 Housing-Blower93 690602 O Bushing-Throttle Shaft 305 697102 Screw (Blower Housing)94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture 305A 697103 Screw (Blower Housing)94A 695425 Kit-Idle Mixture (Nikki) 306 697107 Shield-Cylinder95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)95A 690718 O Screw (Throttle Valve (Nikki)98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 35898A 695408 Kit-Idle Speed (Nikki) a included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge 121104A 694918 O Pin-Float Hinge (Nikki) _: included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.105 231855 O Valve-Float Needle 977105A 696136 O Valve-Float Needle (Nikki) + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

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

309 693551310 690323311 497608333 495859334 691061337 691043358 697191363 19203383 89838404 691691431 697122445 697634462 691261474 696459503 691532505 691251510 693699513 692024523 697086524 691032525 697184527 698467544 692034552 697144559 693675562 691119579 691029584 697112601 95162614 691620616 692012617 692138634 690801

634A 698779635 691909643 697417654 690958684 697157691 692407692 690572697 690372718 690959729 691224741 697128750 691033757 697607758 697134759 697392783 693713789 698329797 693167801 691283802 691286803 693757830 691095842 691031847 697611851 692424

Motor-StarterBolt (Starter Motor)Brush Set

Armature-MagnetoScrew (Magneto Armature)Plug-SparkGasket Set-EngineFlywheel PullerWrench-Spark PlugWasher (Governor Crank)Elbowqntake

Filter-Air Cleaner CartridgeWasher (Starter Cable)AlternatorStrap-StarterNut (Governor Control Lever)Drive-StarterClutch-Drive

Dipstick• Seal-Dipstick Tube

Tube-DipstickClamp-TubeStarter-ArmatureBushing-Governor CrankScrew (Remote Choke Stop)Bolt (Governor Control LeverNut (Starter Cable)Cover-Breather PassageClamp-HosePin-CotterCrank-Governor

a • SeaI-O Ring (Intake ManifoldO Spring/Seal Assembly (Manual

Choke)O Spring/Seal Assembly (Nikki)

Boot-Spark PlugRetainer-Air FilterNut (Carburetor)Screw (Breather Passage Cover)

• Seal-Governor ShaftSpring-DetentScrew (Drive Cap)Pin-LocatingClip-WireGear-TimingScrew (Oil Pump Cover)Link-CounterweightCounterweightPin-CounterweightGear-PinionHarness-WiringNut (Brush Retainer)Cap-DriveCap-EndHousing-StarterStud (Rocker Arm)

• SeaI-O Ring (DipstickTube)Dipstick/Tube AssemblyTerminal-Spark Plug

868 690968 •+ Seal-Valve

914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)943 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel (Nikki)950 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump967 697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner968 697446 Cover-Air Cleaner975 495933 Bowl-Float975A 699502 Bowl-Float (Nikki)977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor987 691326 Gt Seal-Throttle Shaft987A 698777 a Seal-Throttle Shaft (Nikki)1005 697111 Fan-Flywheel1017 690770 Screen-Oil Pump1019 698814 Kit-Label1022 272475 •+ Gasket-Rocker Cover1023 692492 Cover-Rocker Arm1024 499054 Pump-Oil1026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake)...... 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)1027 492932 Filter-Oil1029 691751 Arm-Rocker1034 690822 Guide-Push Red1035 693784 Shaft-Pump1036 695700 Label-Emission1040 698368 Plate-Trim1044 698139 Screw (Flywheel)1051 691265 Ring-Retaining1058 275038 Owner's Manual1059 698516 Kit-Screw/Washer

1070 690372 Screw (Flywheel Fan)1090 691293 Retainer-Brush1091 691333 Cap-Limiter1095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)1127 695407 Screw-Float Bowl1263 697124 Reed-Breather

1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed)1265 697125 Support-Blower Housing1266 691917 •O SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)1266A 697123 Gt SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)1267 697662 Latch-Blower Housing1270 697156 Plug-AVS Counterweight1279 690960 Screw (Blower Housing Support)1329 31H777-0202 Replacement Engine1330 272147 Repair Manual

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358a Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

121$ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key, No,

977+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key, No. 1095

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

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