Craftsman 917.27076 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual £RAFTSMAN ° 185 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No 917.270760 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsmen Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Seam, Roebuck and Co, Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:wv, w sears corn/craftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 5 Assembly .............................................. 7 Operation ............................................ 11 Maintenance Schedule .................... 178 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Service and Adjustments .................... 22 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Repair Parts ........................................ 34 Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty does not cover: * Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters. * Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine. • Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. • Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami- nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its purchase date. • Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War- ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service, simply contact sears at 1-800-4-my-home This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade, • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolute- ly necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. • Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine white under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower- related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss- of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: , Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual- ly downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. ° Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. 3
• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. SERVICE • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. • Never run a machine inside a closed area. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Be sure the area is clear of other • people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- • lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off • and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another • responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overtum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. Do not tum on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, tum slowly and gradual- ly downhill, if possible. 4
,_LLook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEAWARE71! YOUR _FETY IS INVOLVED. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire _re it cannot contact spark plug. AUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. _CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of Y_Uwr tractor. ARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: OILTYPE 'API-SF/SG/SH): OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG: GAP: .030") VALVE ADJUSTMENT GROUND SPEED (MPH): TIRE PRESSURE: CHARGING SYSTEM: BATTERY: BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 4.0 PINTS CHAMPION RC12YC INTAKE: .004"-.006' EXHAUST: .004"-.006 FORWARD: 5.5 REVERSE: 2.4 FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10 PSI 16AMPS @ 3600 RPM AMP/HR: 28 MIN. CCA: 230 CASE SIZE:U1R 27-35 FT. LBS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible depend- ability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. 5 Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES * Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- ing, caring for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- nance" and =Storage" sections of this owner's manual. ,A WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an intemal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-coverad land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the opera- tor. In the state of Califomia the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department (See Maintenance section of this manual).
0 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve t teering Extension Shaft Wheel Insert _ 1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Keys (2) Keys Video Cassette "-'t Slope Sheet 6
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16" wrench (2) 1/2" wrench (1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet (1) Pliers (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON * Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from shipping carton. • Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of shipping carton, and lay panels fiat. • Check for any additional loose parts or boxes and remove. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT • Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely. • Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. • Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. • Snap steering wheel insert into center of steedng wheel. • Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid. _ Steering _ Wheel Insert Hex Bolt _Lock Washer f_! _-'- Large Flat Steering j_.._ /_../ Wheel _ _ Boot INSTALL STEERING WHEEL • Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. • Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension. • Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. 7
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions). Ba_e_ Box Label INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and fiat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt securely. • Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. • Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. • Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat Seat Pan NOTE: You may now roll or drive you tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position, • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheel- ing position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera- tion section of this manual). • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) _kWARNING: Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. • Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. • Place freewheel control in "transmis- sion engaged" position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. • Release parking brake. Shoulder Bolt "_.._._.. Flat Adjustment Washer Knob 8
• Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid. • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position. • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin- flated at the factory for shipping pur- poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. • Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. • Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. _CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in opera- tion. Shield Mulcher Plate Hooks TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are de- signed for discharging and bagging also, 9
CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: J All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/" No remaining loose parts in carton. • / Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). J Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). ,f Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/" Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. • / Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position. WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: 4' Engine oil is at proper level. J Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. #" Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ,/It is important to purge the transmis- sion before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual). 10
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT L FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) 11
KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Light Switch Ammeter " -'--. . Lever Choke Contro[_ Plunger Throttle Clutch/ Brake Pedal Lift Lever Height Adjustment Indicator Free Wheel Control g Brake Lever Approxq Speed: I I 3MPH_J 2MPH_ Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates charging ( ) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed, 12
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. • Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. • Place parking brake lever in "EN- GAGED" position and release pres- sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever Choke "Engaged" Position "Disengaged" Position Throttl_ Parking Brake "Engaged" Clutch/ MoUon °Disengaged". Control PosWon Lever STOPPING Position MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move attach- ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground ddve, depress clutch/ brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not retum to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged, (dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL 13 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine. • To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disen- gage. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK- WARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever. • Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Release parking brake and clutch/ brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-112 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running.
These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. • Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/ 8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely. • Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. 3/8-16 Locknut Gauge Wheel Mounting Bracket 3/8 Gauge Wheel ;houlder Bolt TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control. • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- zage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place. Attachment Clutch Lever "Engaged" Position Lift Lever High Position "_ Low Position Position Shield TO OPERATE ON HILLS _CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheel- ing position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor, • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. 14
• Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATI'ACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If neces- sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. ADDGASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh- ness. IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. A, WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may Occur. A CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- GAGED" position. • Move throttle control to fast position • Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 15
• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. • Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position. • Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. • The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine perfor- mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE- TOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. PURGE TRANSMISSION A:_ CAUTION: Never engage or disen- gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air reside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replace- ment, it should be purged after reinstalla- tion before operating the tractor. • Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. • Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times. NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 16
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. • Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation. MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See =TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu- tion of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand tums until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early aftemoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpen- dicular to the first cut path. • Change your cutting pattem from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn. 17
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ AS YOU COMPLETE _ .O_>/'_.o, _1, REGULAR SERVICE s E R v, c E DATES e::;o. ::lon Check Operator presence end T Intedock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners V' _T V' A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4 T Lubdcstion Chart O Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals I_ Check Transaxle Cooling V' Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s Adjust Motion Odve Belt(s) Tension I, Check Engine Oil Level _ I_ Change Engine Oil _1,2,3 E Clean Air Filter _2 N Clean Air Screen I_#'2 Inspect MuffiedSperk Arrester I_ Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _ NF Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug _ I_ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V'= Replace Fuel Filter I_ 1 - CMnge more often when operating under a heevy Ioed or in high ambient temperatures. 5 If equipped with adjustabte system. 2 - Servk:e more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions, 6 Not required if equipped wllJ_ rr_ntenance-free battery, 3 If equipped with oil lilter, change oil ever/50 hours, 7 - T_ghten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft -Ibs, maximum, 4 Replace blades more onen when mowing in sandy soit, Do not ovedLgMen, GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and intedock systems for proper operation. • Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART Spindle Zerk _'_'_ Zerk _3Front Wheel ,- Bearing Zerk Beadng Ze_ _)General Purpose Grease Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricatin_ bearings. If you feel they must be lubncated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 18
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- bly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 R. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated. Mandrel Assembly Trailing Edge Up "_r_ Blade (____ H_le _ Center _ S_tar Fiat Washer_.._ __.. Lock Washer "_"_, _---_Hex Bolt (Grade) *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. 5/8 Bol ade Center Hole BATrERY 19 Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an 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.
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Open battery box door. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. • Coat terminals with grease or petro- leum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Re- place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the trans- mission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your near- ast authorized service center/department. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEr-O_E NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°1:. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. "lighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove drain plug. • After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. • Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at =FULL" line on dipstick. Air Screen__ Oil Drain Oil Fill Cap//l_L_"-_l:_J_l_ " P_g Dipstsick _=.______ CLEANAIRSCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubbom dried gum fibers. 20
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every t00 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE" Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knobs and cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. • If very dirty or damaged, replace pre- cleaner. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. • Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with knobs. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deteriora- tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge. Kn°bSc_ Foam Pre-Cleane_ ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. • Unscrew old filter by turning counter- clockwise. Use a suitable container to catch oil. • Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to rubber gasket on replacement oil filter. • Install replacement oil filter by turning clockwise until rubber gasket contacts mounting surface, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn. • Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see =PRODUCT SPECIFICA- TIONS" section of this manual. • Start engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation. 21 Oil Filter MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor. • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
CLEANING i Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a short- ened engine life. CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- GAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. • Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. • Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. • Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. • Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame. TO INSTALL MOWER • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Slide mower under tractor with dis- charge guard to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. Small Retainer Spring - ,,.;--;_ ._;; : .,,,- ,, uspension Arms ._,'S_.- '''' Square Hole ine Pulley Retainer Spring.... Anti-Sway Link Springs Both Sides) Housing Large Bracket Spring 22
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tiros are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE:Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. Bottom edge of Bottom edge of m°we__ r°und A---]-_'""_ GroundLine _'-'7"_ mSuspension Lift Link Adjustment Nut FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT; Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the roar when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. 23 • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance =D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front 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. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Front Links
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See =TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Mandrel Pulley Idler TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. • Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut =A" on brake rod. • If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and tum nut =A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut against nut "A". • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces- sary. Contact your nearest authorized service center/department. With Parking Brake "Engaged" =A. Jam Nut Arm Do not touch this nut. If further brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest, • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. • Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. • Install new belt by reversing above procedure. Engine Pulley-- -_ Clutchingldler/ Stationary Idler ] Transmission Input Pulley 24
TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. • Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward. • Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off. • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps: • Loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep. • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. • Start engine and test. • If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/department TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Retaining Ring Washer Axle Cover Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for sewice or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See =PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. Squam Key --_ (Rear Wheel Only) 25
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'n'ERY A CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emer- gency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from both batteries. REPLACING BA'I'rERY _,CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. • Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. • First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. • Close battery box door. Seal Batter, Box Door Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Rex / Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable / Positive Terminal ed Battery \ Negative Terminal 26 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 15 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse, The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. Hood _/_ Headlight Wire ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position. • Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position. • Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner. • Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely. • Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest autho- rized service center/department, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. Swivel Clamp Screw Clamp 27
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. _lb CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storable. When mower is to be stored for a penod of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Mainte- nance section of this manual. • Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened, inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. • Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting. BATI'ERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging, • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see =TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent _uUm deposits from forming in essential el system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank dudng storage. Also, experience indicates that alcoho blended fuels 9called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. • Drain the fuel tank. • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINEOIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER(S) • Remove spark plug(s). • Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s), • Turn ignition key to =START _ position for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one seasor to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows conden- sation to form and will cause your tractor to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. 28
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Enginewill not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power CAUSE • Out of fuel. • Engine not "CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded, • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel, • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment. Service Adjustments • Engine valves out of adjustment. • Dirty air filter. • Bad spark plug. • Weak or dead battery. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment. • Engine valves out of adjustment, • Clutch/brake pedal not depressed • Attachment clutch is engaged. • Weak or dead battery. • Blown fuse. • Corroded battery terminals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty ignition switch. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Faulty operator presence switch(es). • Weak or dead battery. • Corroded battery terminals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in =CHOKE" position. CORRECTION • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. • Wait several minutes before attempting to start. • Replace spark plug. • Clean/replace air filter. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. • Check all wiring. • See "To Adjust Carburetor" in section. • Contact an authorized service center/department. • Clean/replace air filter. • Replace spark plug. • Recharge or replace battery. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline, • Check all wiring, • See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. • Contact an authorized service center/department. • Depress clutch/brake pedal. • Disengage attachment clutch, • Recharge or replace battery. • Replace fuse. • Clean battery terminals. • Check all wiring. • Check/replace ignition switch. • Check/replace solenoid or starter. • Contact an authorized service center/department. • Recharge or replace battery. • Clean battery terminals. • Check all wiring. • Check/replace solenoid or starter. • Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed. • Adjust throttle control. 0o
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART )ROBLEM Loss of power (Continued) Excessive vibration Englnecontinues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged CAUSE Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Dirty air filter. • Low oil level/dirty oil. • Faulty spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Water in fuel. • Spark plug wire loose. • Dirty engine air screen/fins. • Dirty/clogged muffler. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment. • Engine valves out of adjustment. • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Bent blade mandrel. • Loose/damaged part(s). CORRECTION • Clean underside of mower housing. • Clean/replace air filter. • Check oil level/change oil. • Clean and regap or change spark plug. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. • Drain fuel tank and carbure- tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. • Connect and tighten spark plug wire. • Clean engine air screen/ fins. • Clean/replace muffler. • Check all wiring. • See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. • Contact an authorized service center/department. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Replace blade mandrel. • Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. • Faulty operator-safety presence control system. • Wom, bent or loose blade. • Mower deck not level. • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. • Bent blade mandrel. • Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. • Obstruction in clutch mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower drive belt. • Frozen idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. • Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected contact an authorized service center/department. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower housing. • Replace blade mandrel. • Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. • Remove obstruction. • Replace mower drive belt. • Replace idler pulley. • Replace blade mandrel. 3O
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" CAUSE • Engine speed too slow. •Travelspeedtoofast. • Wetgmss. • Mower deck not level. • Low/uneven tire air pressure. • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. , • Mower drive belt worn. • Blades improperly installed. • Improper blades used. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. • Switch is "OFF'. • Bulb(s) burned out. • Faulty light switch. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Blown fuse. • Bad battery cell(s). • Poor cable connections. • Faulty regulator (if so equipped). • Faulty alternator. • Freewheel control in "disengaged" position. • Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. • Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing. • Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds stopping engine. CORRECTION • Place throttle control in "FAST' position. • Shift to slower speed. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Level mower deck. • Check tires for proper air pressure. • Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Clean underside of mower housing. • Replace mower drive belt. • Reinstall blades sharp edge down. • Replace with blades listed in this manual. • Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. • Turn switch "ON". • Replace bulb(s). • Check/replace light switch. • Check wiring and connec tions. • Replace fuse. • Replace battery. • Check/clean all connections. • Replace regulator. • Replace alternator. • Place freewheel control in "engaged" position. • Replace motion drive belt. • Purge transmission. • Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine. 31

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 RE° Illll BATTERY FUSE '0 ' ,(>€--- I I I I CLUTCH I BRAKE (PEDAL UP) _)AMMETER --_,G IGNITION SWITCH RE° ...... I SOLENOID REo STARTER BLACK (OPTIONAL) I I FUEL = BLUE I L---- FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID (IF SO EQUIPPED) A • _1_ SPARK _I IGNITION _ PLUG UNIT GAP (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) CHN_GitIG SYSTEM OUTPJT 20 V_x.'rs AC @ 3_¢ RpM IGNITION SWITCH NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BROWN HEADLIGHTS /-_ WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING, 33
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER _ )17.270760 i / I 42 41 / i / I I I 27 I 26 28 29 I I I I / / / // // 34
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 2 74760412 8 156417 16 153664 21 166182 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 166180 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 121305X 30 163968 33 140403 40 170217 41 71110408 42 131563 43 145673 45 122822X 52 141940 Battery Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 Case, Battery Mech Hinge Switch, Interlock Push-In Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) Bulb, Light Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire Fuse, 15 Amp Nut Keps Hexl/4-20 Unc Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" Switch, Plunger Switch, Ignition Key, Ignition Harness, Ignition Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2 Cover, Terminal, Red Solenoid Ammeter Rectangular Protection Wire Loop NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR -- MODE L NUMBER 917.270760 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 58 12 @/5 54 55 3 74 208 36
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 169830 2 169061 3 17060612 5 155272 9 168337X013 10 STD533710 11 155927 12 145660 13 172107X010 17 144983X558 18 126938X 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 156725X558 29 155217X599 30 164918X558 31 139978 37 17490508 38 169834 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 145201 54 161464 55 145202 57 STD522507 58 162266 60 72140606 64 154798 74 7368O600 142 165867 143 154966 144 154207 145 156524 206 170165 207 17670508 208 17670608 212 165919 - - 5479J Chassis Stamping Dmwbar Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bumper Hood/Dash Dash Bolt, Carhage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel, Dash, L.H. Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L Panel, Dash, R.H. Hood Assembly BumperHood Washer 13132 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grille/Lens Asm Lens, Gdlle Fend/Ftmst Pnt STLT W/CPH 558 Bracket, Fender Support Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1F2 Tyt Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear Nut Lock w/Insert 114-20 UNC Washer 9/32 x7/8 x 16 Ga. Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75 Duct Intake Air Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Dash Lower STLT Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Plate Reinforcement STLT Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT RJod Pivot Chassis/Hood Bolt Shoulder 5/16 -18"13" Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYTT ScrewThdro_ 3/8-16 x 1/2 Insert Lens Reflective Plug, Button NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 GROUND DRIVE 32 62 3O 35 36 ., 151 42 27_ • 51 49 i'39 47 :38
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 65 Hydro Gr 314-0510 66 154778 8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 70 134683 10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 71 169183 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 72 19132012 15 74490544 Bolt Rex FIgHd 5/16-18 x Gr. 5 73 169182 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 74 169496 Uric 75 121749X 19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 76 STD581075 Unc 77 123583X 21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 78 121748X 22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 81 165596 24 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 Unc 82 165711 25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 83 19171216 26 STD551037 Washer 84 169594 27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 89 28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 90 124346X 29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 95 170201 30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 96 4497H 32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 116 72110610 34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 150 165850 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 151 19133210 36 19211616 Washer 156 166002 37 1572H Pin, Roll 158 165589 38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 159 165494 39 74760644 Bolt 161 72140406 40 4470J Spacer, Split 41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 162 73680400 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 163 74780416 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 164 19091010 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 165 165623 50 STD523715 Bolt 166 166880 51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 168 165492 52 STD541431 Nut, Cmwnlock 5/16-18 Uric 169 165580 53 105710X Link, Clutch 197 169613 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 198 169593 56 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 199 169612 57 140294 V-Belt 200 72140508 59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 202 72110612 61 17060612 Screw. 3/8-16 x 3/4 62 8883R Cover, Pedal 63 140186 Pulley, Engine 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 S'rD551143 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Keeper Belt Engine Strap Torque Lh Hydro Washer 13132 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga. Strap Torque Rh Hydro Spacer, Split Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. E-Ring Key, Square Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. Shaft Asm Cross Tapered Spring Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Link Transaxle 164890X428 Console, Shift Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25 Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive Washer 13132 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125 Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 314 Gr. 5 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt Shoulder 5116-18 x .561 Plate Fastening Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D Washer Nyl 718 ID x .105" Hyd Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18UNC Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x 1 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr.5 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 STEERING ASSEMBLY -'-'------ Is3 • _ L .J .s . 37-----t i I S2 44 47 4O
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 2 154427 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266H 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366R 10 169832 11 STD551137 13 136618 15 145212 17 156546 18 57079 19 160395 22 165857 23 165851 25 154406 26 126847X 27 136874 26 19131416 29 17060612 30 STD561210 32 130465 36 155099 37 152927 38 139769 39 19133812 40 STD541537 41 100711L 42 145054x428 43 121749X 44 153720 46 121232X 47 6855M 51 STD541431 54 74780520 62 167902 63 STD523710 65 160367 66 154404 67 72140618 68 169827 79 19132012 80 74950612 82 169835 85 133835 Steering Wheel Axle Assembly STMP Droppod STL Spindle Assembly, LH. Spindle Assembly, R.H. Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Ring, Klip Bearing, Steering Column Draglink Washer, Lock Spacer Brg Axle Front Nut, Hexflange Lock Shaft Assembly, Steering Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033 Support, Shaft Screw Hex Wshnd Torx Pittman Shaft Assembly Bracket, Steering Bushing, Link, Drag Gear, Sector Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 Pin Red, Tie Bushing, Steering Screw Insert, Steering Wheel Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge Nut Lock Canter 3/8-24 UNF Adaptor, Stsering Wheel Boot, Steering Shaft Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT Cap, Spindle Fitting. Grease Nut Lock Hax w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC Bolt Fin Hax 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 Kit Steering Asm Service Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 Spacer Brace Axle Bearing Arm Pittman Bolt Rdnd Sqnk 3/8-16 Uric x 2-1/4 Axle, Brace Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-18 x 3/4 Bracket Susp Chassis Front Fastner Christmas Tree NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. tnchss 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41
ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODE L NUMBER 917.270760 26 14 81 i '33 31 / 33 40 29 \ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I Spark Arrester 13 17 I0 42
ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 169387 17720410 4 149723 5 160589 6 159955 8 150176 10 162797 13 165391 14 13280336 15 13200300 16 STD551237 17 17490624 23 169837 25 145996 26 73920600 29 137180 31 109202X 32 158990 33 123487X 37 137040 Control, Throttle Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 407777-0121 -E3 Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 LH Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 Shield Brewing B&S Intek II Muffler Gasket Nipple, Pipe Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT Washer, Look Ext tooth 3/8 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Shield, Browning/Debris Guard Control Choke Nut Keps 3/8-24 UNF Arrester, Spark Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Clamp, Hose BIk Line, Fuel 7.5 38 ....... Plug, Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown) 40 124028)( 44 17670412 45 17000612 46 19091416 62 10040500 72 71070512 81 73510400 Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Screw Hex Wsh Thdeol 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 16 Ga. Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc No'rE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 SEAT ASSEMBLY I I I I i 116 8 I I 11 12 5 =\ I I I ; n i i 22 f 21 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140123 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 155925 11 166369 12 121246X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-ln Hinged Nut Spring, Seat Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn. Knob Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 13 121248X Bushing, Snap 14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-112 15 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 16 121250X Spring 17 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 22 STD541431 Nut 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga. 25 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 44
DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.270760 21 10 13 2O 12 14 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156811 2 138O47 3 171696 4 171697 5 174322 6 133644 8 166887 9 163204 10 156439 12 146046 13 167329 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Decal, Oper. Instr. 14 160396 Decal Battery 20 149516 Decal, Hood, R.H. 21 163205 Decal, Hood, LH. 23 167049 Decal Hood Replacement - - 138311 Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 165800X428 Decal, Deck EZ3 - - 165799X428 Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 169210 Decal, Fender Danger - - 174319 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic - - 174320 Decal, Dash Pnl DESCRIPTION Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Fender Auto Sears Decal, Engine Decal, Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal By Pass LT Hydro Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES 7 4,10 11 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 °. 59192 Valve Cap, Tire 65139 Stem, Valve 106222X Tire, Front 59904 Tube, Front Tire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 106732X427 Rim, Front 27811 Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only) 9040H Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel Only) 106108X427 Rim, Rear 122082X "lira, Rear 7152J Tube, RearTire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 104757X Cap, Axle 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm 45
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 13 4 6 2 3 6 19 13 32 13_ 32 13 19 2O 2O 15
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 3 105767X Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon 7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 11 139865 Link, Lift, L.H. 12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H. 13 S'rD624008 Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link, Front 16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 112-13 UNC 17 130171 TnJnnion 18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC 19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 31 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Sphedca! 32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component crff'nensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm i 47 !
MOWER DECK TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 ._47 142 11 I 6 19 f 21 \ 2 16 1 29 21 22 28 27 48
MOWER DECK TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 165892 2 STD533107 3 138017 4 165460 5 STD624008 6 130832 8 850857 9 STD551137 10 140296 11 134149 12 129895 13 137645 14 128774 15 110485X 16 140329 18 72140505 19 132827 20 159770 21 STD541431 22 134753 23 131267 24 105304X 25 123713X 26 110452X 27 130968X428 28 19111016 29 131491 30 157722 31 129963 32 153535 33 137266 34 STD533717 35 133835 36 131494 37 STD551037 40 STD541437 44 140088 45 STD624003 46 137729 48 133944 49 155066 50 131340 51 STD541410 52 139888 53 131845 54 133943 55 155O46 56 165723 59 141043 67 149846 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 68 144959 Bolt 92 STD541437 racket Assembly, Sway Bar, 101 136420 Front 102 71161010 Bracket Sway Bar 38142" Deck 103 19061216 Retainer Spdng 104 STD551110 Arm, Suspension, Rear 105 160793 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 106 2029J Washer, Lock 111 155197 Washer, Hardened 112 155188 Blade, Mulching 113 17060512 Beadng, Ball 114 STD541431 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 115 72110504 vented (Includes Key 116 4898H Number 12) 117 165746 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 118 73930600 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 119 STD551037 Stdpper, Vented Mower Deck 121 143723 Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 128 153390 Bolt, Shoulder 129 19131312 Baffle, Vortex 130 STD523710 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC Stiffener Bracket 131 STD533710 Bracket, Deflector 142 165890 Cap, Sleeve 143 157109 Spdng, Torsion, Deflector 144 158634 Nut, Push 145 165888 Shield, Deflector 146 165891 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 147 131335 Rod, Hinge 148 169022 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 149 165898 Washer, Spacer 150 19091216 Pulley, Mandrel 151 169670 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 152 169676 Bolt 153 169674 Fastner, Christmas Tree 154 169675 Pulley, Idler, Rat 155 169671 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 156 169672 Ga e t57 169669 Nu_rownl_.k 3/8-16 UNC 158 177_410 Guard. Mandrel, L.H. 159 72140614 Retainer Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 - - 130794 Washer, Hardened Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 - - 169583 Locknut Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer Guard, TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval V-Belt Nut MulcherCover Screw Washer #10 Washer, Lock Latch Assembly, Begger Nut, Weld Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H. Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H. Screw 5/16-16 x 3/4 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC Bolt, Cardage 5/16 UNC x 1/2 Bolt, Shoulder Wheel, Gauge Nut, Centedock 3/8-16 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Bracket Washer Felt Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1 Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Cardage Idler Spdng Extension Spdng Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch 42 In Washer Rat 3/6" Type B Spdng Retainer Spring Retention Lever Spacer RodClutch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1- 3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32) Mower Deck, Complete (Standard Deck, Order Separately Mulcher Plate and Gauge Wheel Components, Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-121) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 49
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 59 170408 2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142881 4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 62 142887 5 169898 Block - Assembly 63 170410 6 170355 Sealant 10.50z 7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 64 142892 8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 65 170411 9 170358 Shaft, Input 66 170412 10 170359 Ring-Retaining 67 170413 11 170360 Spacer 68 170414 12 169870 Ring-Retaining 69 170415 13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 70 170416 14 169869 Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40ram Od X 71 170417 12mrn 16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16- 72 170418 24X0.75 73 142884 17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 74 170419 18 170364 Arm,Control 75 170420 19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 23 170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 76 170421 24 170366 Shaft, Motor 77 170422 27 170367 Gear - Pinion, 13t 78 142969 28 170368 10t/48t Gear 79 142980 29 170369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft 80 150778 30 170370 60t Bull Gear 31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X 8.1 170423 .625 82 170424 32 170389 SleeveBead ng(Outboard) .75x1.750x.625 83 161162 33 142991 Washer, 314 Id X 1-1/20d X .13 84 170425 Thk 85 170426 34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 86. 170427 35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 87 170424 R.H.) 88 170429 36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, 90 170430 LH.) 93 170431 37 150792 Miter Gear (Splined) 107 170432 38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 108 170433 39 150809 Shaft 40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 109 170434 41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft 111 170435 42 170395 Magnet, Ring 112 170436 43 170396 Spring, Bypass 113 170437 44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/6-24 X 2.5 116 170438 Long 119 170439 45 170397 Filter 120 170440 46 170398 Base, Filter 121 170441 47 170999 Actuator, Bypass 122 170442 48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 123 170443 49 170401 Arm, Bypass 124 170444 50 170202 Retaining Ring .250 External 51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 125 170445 52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d X .05 126 170446 Thk 127 170447 53 170405 Retaining Ring 128 173165 54 170406 Beadng, Center Block 900 166768 55 142977 Spring - Helical Compression 56 142978 Washer 57 150798 20w-50OU 58 170407 Brake Yoke Rotor, Brake Brake Puck Puck Plate Brake Actuating Pin Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 WPatch, Special Flange Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch Spacer Spring, Brake Arm Bias Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed Arm, Brake Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 Compression Spring Brake Anti- Drag Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D, X .032 Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25 Check Plug Assembly, .027, Washer Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975 Spring, Helical Comp Spacer Hax Lock Nut 5/16 24 Unf (Nylon Insert) Wedge, Friction Pack Clip, Washer .316xl.50x.1046 (Plated) Pin, Standard Headless Fitting, 5/16 Sac 5132 Tube Hose, Expansion Tank Expansion Tank Cap - Poppet Valve Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2 Puck, Inner Wedge Spring Clip - Housing Thrust Deflector Washer, Motor Shaft .7lid x 1.15od x.030thk Plug, Sae #6 O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D. Shield, Vent Bracket, Support Expansion Tank Silicon Sponge Fan, 7 In. Pulley Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert) Washer, Belleville Belt Keeper Center Section-Filter-Bypass Assembly Filter Assembly Fan - Pulley Service Assembly Seal - O-Ring Kit Kit, Expansion Tank Transaxle Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3 929 _' 10 11_ , ,55_ fg_ 267 _, 216 188 222 _ REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 265 TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 267 220 750 4 I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I I 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL I 3© J1 I 1019 LABEL KIT I 1017 691 967 305_ 447A 8 163 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 51_ 883_/ ,63 52
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3 3s_ 1029 211 ,1A_ 1370 276 1123 _ 1124 _ 633@ 53
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 690231 2 499585 3 391086 4 690069 5 499587 5A 499595 7 690962 8 499601 9 690937 10 690960 11 690942 12 690945 13 690360 15 690946 16 691046 20 690947 22 690306 23 691053 24 222698 25 499588 499589 499590 499591 26 499604 499605 499606 499607 27 690978 28 499582 29 499583 32 690976 33 499596 34 499597 35 690963 36 690963 40 690964 42 499586 45 690977 46 690978 48 693893 50 690948 51 90949 51A 690950 53 690951 54 690953 73 691055 74 691057 75 691056 89 690283 95 690718 98 499802 104 690984 105 690985 108 690986 117 690232 690989 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Cylinder Assembly 121 499811 Bushing-Cylinder 122 690952 125 499804 * Seal-Oil 130 690993 Sump-Engine 131 499805 Head-Cylinder No. t Head-Cylinder No. 2 133 499806 _,_Gasket-Cylinder Head 135 499803 137 690994 Breather Assembly 141 499807 Gasket-Breather 142 499808 Screw (Breather Assy.) 146 94388 Tube-Breather 150 690995 Gasket-Crankcase 160 690996 Screw (Cylinder Head) 163 691001 Plug-Oil Drain Crankshaft 187 691050 Seal-Oil (PTO Side) Screw (Engine Sump) 187A691049 168 690960 Flywheel Key-Flywheel 192 690083 197 690960 Piston Assembly (Std.) Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 209 691018 Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.) 211 691019 Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.) 212 691020 Ring Set-Piston (Std.) 213 691021 Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.S.) 2t6 691022 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S,) 219 394348 Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.) 220 690412 222 691023 Lock-Piston Pin 227 691048 Pin-Piston 231 690718 Rod-Connecting Screw (Connecting Rod) 240 691035 250 69O957 Valve-Exhaust 252 690956 Valve-Intake 265 691024 Spring-Valve (Intake) Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 267 695134 276 690997 Retainer-Valve 278 690097 Keeper-Valve 287 690960 Valve Tappet 304 691004 Cam Shaft 305 691005 Short Block 309 691262 Manifold-Intake 310 691263 _rO_Gasket-lntake 311 497608 *O•Gasket-lntake 332 691059 Stud (Carburetor) 333 691060 Screw (Intake Manifold) 334 691061 Screen-Rotating Screw (Rotating Screen) 337 691043 Washer (Flywheel) 358 499889 363 691062 Plug-Oil Screw (Throttle Valve) * Included Idle Speed Kit • Included • Pin-Float Hinge 121 • Valve*Float Needle • Included Valve-Choke 977 • Jet-Main (Standard) • Included Jet-Main (High Altitude) 1033 Carburetor Overhaul Kit Spacer-Carburetor Carburetor Valve-Throttle Throttle Shaft Kit Float-Carburetor Fuel Transfer Tube • •Gasket-Float Bowl Choke Shaft Kit • Nozzle-Carburetor Key-Timing 0• Gasket-Nozzle Retainer-Solenoid • _Gasket-Air Cleaner Line-Fuel (Cut to Required Length) Line*Fuel Screw (Control Bracket) Adjuster-Rocker Arm Screw (Back Plate) Spring-Governor Spring-Governod Idle Link-Throttle Bracket-Choke Control Link-Choke Gear-Governor Washer (Governor Lever) Bracket-Control Control Lever-Governor Screw (Choke Valve) Filter-Fuel Retainer-Breather Element-Breather Clamp-Casing Screw (Casing Clamp) -kQe, Sealing Washer Washer (Gov. Control Lever) Screw (Dipstick Tube) Housing-Blower Screw (Blower Housing) Motor-Starter Bolt-Starter Motor Brush Set Nut (Flywheel) Armature-Magneto Screw (Magneto Armature) Spark Plug Gasket Set Flywheel Puller in Engine Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358 in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref. No. in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref. No. in Valve Overhaul Kit, Ref. No. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 55
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270760 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 407777 TYPE NO. 0121-E3 KEY PART NO. NO. 383 690966 385 690960 387 808656 404 690442 418 690999 445 499486 447 691003 447A 690960 462 691261 467 691008 474 691064 501 691185 505 691029 510 497606 513 692024 523 691036 524 691032 525 691037 526 690960 544 552 690552 552A690553 562 690311 573 691009 579 691029 601 691038 615 690317 616 691045 628 690960 633 690998 636 66538 654 690958 668 691215 672 690234 00 691 690657 697 690372 703 691010 718 690959 726 499612 729 694123 741 690980 742 690328 750 691033 783 693058 788 691039 789 695050 797 693167 798 690967 801 691283 802 691286 803 842 691031 847 499602 851 691234 855 691011 865 691012 865A 691014 865B 691015 868 690968 _O 871 690969 877 399916 883 690970 _O 914 690960 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Wrench-Spark Plug Screw (Fuel Pump) Pump-Fuel Washer (Governor Crank) Plate-Cover Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge Screw (Air Guide Cover) Screw (Air Guide Cover) Washer (Starter Cable) Knob-Air Cleaner Alternator Regulator Nut (Gov. Control Lever) Drive-Starter Clutch-Drive Dipstick _r Dipstick Tube Seal Dipstick Tube Screw (Regulator) Armature-Starter (Service with 691262 Starter Motor) Bushing-Governor Crank Bushing-Governor Crank Bolt (Gov. Control Lever) Plate-Back Nut (Starter Cable) Clamp-Hose Retainer-Governor Shaft Crank-Governor Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) Ot Seal-Choke Shaft Boot-Spark Plug Nut (Carburetor) Spacer Gasket-Carburetor Plate Governor Shaft Seal Screw (Drive Cap) Clip Pin-Locating Gear-Ring Wire Clip Gear-Timing E-Ring Retainer Screw (Oil Pump Cover) Gear-Pinion Fuel Pump Bracket Hamess-Wiring Screw (Brush Retainer) Screw (Rocker Arm) Cap-Drive Cap-End Housing (Service with 691262 Starter Motor) Dipstick/Tube Seal Dipstick/Tube Assembly TerminaI-Sparkplug Adapter-Air Cover-Air Guide Cover-Air Guide Cover-Air Guide Seal-Valve Bushing-Guide Alternator Connector/Wire Gasket-Exhaust Screw (Rocker Cover) 918 694000 Hose-Vacuum 929 691003 Screw (Choke Control Bracket) 934 691058 Screw (Fan Retainer) 943 690589 "Jr O-Ring Seal (Oil Pump Coved 947 499809 Solenoid-Fuel 965 499613 Oil Pump Cover 967 273638 Filter-Pre-Cleaner 968 499788 Cover-Air Cleaner 975 499810 Bowl-Float 977 499812 Gasket Set-Carburetor 987 691000 OO Seal-Throttle Shaft 1005691243 Fan-Flywheel 1006 691247 Retainer-Fan 1013 690954 Nipple-Oil Filter 1017 690770 Oil Pump Screen 1019690103 Label Kit 1022 690971 *_ Gasket-Rocker Cover 1023 499599 Cover-Rocker (Cyl. No. 1) 1023A499600 Cover-Rocker (Cyl. No. 2) 1024 499054 Pump-Oil 1026 690981 Rod-Push (Steel) 1026A690982 Rod-Push (Aluminum) 1027 492932 Filter-OU 1029 690972 Rocker Arm 1033 499890 Valve Overhaul Kit 1035691042 Shaft-Pump 1036 695104 Emissions Label 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining 1058 274277 Owner's Manual 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush 11 O0 690973 Rocker Arm Pivot 1119 691183 Screw (Aitemator) 1123 690987 00 O-Ring Seal (Solenoid Retainer) 1124 690988 O_, O-Ring Seal-Fuel Transfer Tube Screw Fuel Transfer Tube Screw Float Bowl) Screw Carburetor Nozzle) Screw Carburetor Cover Plate) 1126 690991 1127 690992 1128 690990 • 1169 690990 ----445777-0027-E2 Replacement Engine RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100 High Speed: 3000-3200 • . Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358 • Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref. No. 121 Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977 • Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Ref. No. 1033 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm 56


SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL I _b perate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not J greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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