Craftsman 917.270961 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual £RAFTZMAN o 20.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.270961 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operat- ing this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comlcraftsman
Warranty ................ : ............. _ .................. 2 Safety Rules ......... i ...... ...... _ .................. 2 Product Specifications ......._...._ ............. 5 Assembly ....... :......_ ...... _ 'o ...... 7 Operatio n ....... .i ...... . ...... _ ...... _ ............... 11 Maintenance Schedule _......:. ............... 18 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Service and Adjustments .................... 22 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Repair Parts ........................................ 34 Parts Ordering .................... .Back Cover v t LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will re]_.ir or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc. • Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. • Riding equipment used for 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. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 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 abso- lutely 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 2 guard in place.
• Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always tum off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. • Tum off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • 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 ob- stacles. • 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 3 blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, tum slowly and gradually 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 cars 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. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or intedere 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 regu- larly. • 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 al- low 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. Ad- just 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 tum 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. _Look for this symbol to point out impor- sarety precautions. It means CAU- TIONI!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. dAeCA.U'r.ION: In .order toprevent acci- ntai starting when semng up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs al- ways disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. ACAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the trac- tor. 4 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obsta- cles. • 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 notturn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. _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 pos- sible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your trac- tor. _,WARN, IN G: Th.e engine exhaust from this prooucl contains cnemicais Known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: OILTYPE API-SF/BG/SH): OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .030") VALVE ADJUSTMENT GROUND SPEED (MPH): TIRE PRESSURE: CHARGING SYSTEM: 3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°FI 3.0PINTS CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM INTAKE: ,004"-.006" EXHAUST'..007"-.009" FORWARD: 5.5 REVERSE: 2.4 FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10 PSI 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATFERY: AMP/HR: 30 MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE:U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS i 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. 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. WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arreSter meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is useo, it should be maintained in effective working order by the opera- tor. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federat laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). 5
© Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve Wheel Insert t teering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 0 (1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18 sher Seat 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob j_ (T,-J (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Keys (2) Keys Video Cassette 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 (1) Pliers (2) 1/2" wrench (t) Utility knife (1) 3/4" socket with (1) Tire pressure drive ratchet 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 comers of shipping carton, and lay panels flat. • 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 steering 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 oft skid. Steering _lJ Wheel insert Hex Bolt ---------Lock Washer _ arge Flat Washer Boot Extension Shaft _ 5/16 Hex Bolt 5116 L ocknut-_ ._/" # ". • Lower Steering _ t Shaft ?. ,j__', Tabs INSTALL STEERING WHEEL • Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. • Remove steering wheel adapter trom 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 hood to raised position. • 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). "'" "°' ' Label INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove• adjustment knob and flat 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 bo_t. Tighten shoutder 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. Shoulder Bolt Seat Pan NOTE: You may now roll or drive you tractor off the skid. Follow the appropri- ate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid, TO ROLLTRACTOR 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) [!ILWARNING: 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. Adjustment Knob Seat Flat Washer 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 propedy 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 mutcher 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 mutcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in opera- tion. Shield Mulcher Latch 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 REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: • / All assembly instructions have been completed. / No remaining loose parts in carton. 4" Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. • / All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ,f Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). ,/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 HOW TO USE YOUF TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TC THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: / Engine oil is at proper level. • / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ,/Become familiar with all controls - th_ 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. Leam and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON 6 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEE'[" AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models _nly) 11
KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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 Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Ammeter .... .. • • • Lever Choke Plunger Throttle Clutch/ Lift Lever Height Adjustment Knob Free Wheel Brake Lever Moron Control Lever 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. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 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 Throttk Brake =Engaged" Clutch/ =Disen Position. Knob. =Brake" STOPPING Position Motion Control Lever MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move attach- ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ i brake into full "BRAKE pedal position. 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. 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". •Tum 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. dl_ CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO USE THRO'n'LE 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 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 cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction. • Turn knob clockwise ( _ ) to raise cutting height. • Turn knob countemleckwise (If_) to lower cutting height. 13
The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2" 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 fiat 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 Gauge Wheel 3houlder 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- gage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield 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 A'n'ACHMENTS 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. ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel 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. _1, 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 ddve 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 live (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 outarea 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 dght so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from 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 out 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 perton'nance, 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 afternoon. 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 pattern 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 FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems I_ Check for Loose Fasteners I_ 1_7 Id _ T Lubrication Chart _ V _ 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminels I_ Check Trarmaxle Cooling I_ Adlust Blade Belt(e) Tension II_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension ll_s Check Engine Oil Level V _ I_ Change Engine Oil _1,2,._ I_ E Clean Air Rlter _: N Clean Air S_reen I G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I Replece Oil Filter (If equipped) =_.2 N Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug _= I_ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _= Replece Fuel Filter I_ 1 - Change more often when opt-elf ng under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 5 - If equipped with adju_dabfil syltem. 2 - Service more often when operaifng In _rty or dusty conditions. 6 ° Not required if equipped v_th mathte_rtce-free battery. 3 - If equipped with oil filter, chenge oil every 50 hours. 7 - Tighten _ronl axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.*los, mixbnum. 4 * Replace blades more onen when mowing in land'/soil. DO not overtighten. 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 propedy 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 ai r 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 interlock systems for proper operation. • Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART Zerk Zerk (i)Front Wheel ,-, Bearing Zerk Beadng Ze_ (DGeneral Purpose Grease (_Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section IMPORTANT: DO not oil or grease the _ivot points which have special nylon earings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubncated; useonly a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 18
TRACTOR Always .observe safety rules when pedormmg any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highestgear, 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 descrifSed, 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 secudng 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 heal treated. Mandrel Assembly Trailing Edge Up _ _/ Blade Center p_ Flat Washer_..._ Lock Washe,_"__ar _--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" _ _ _n_BLa6e. Center Hole _! BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging _/oStem which is sufficient for normal use. wever, 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. 19
NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free, Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. Remove terminal guard, i 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, Replace 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 transmis- sion while engine is running or while the transmission 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 hi_lh pressure sprayer to clean coohng 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 nearest 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. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting m cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year• Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten 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. Oil Drain ,,,.'_--_ Air Screen Plug _ . OIL Fill Ca_ DJpstsick_ CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from 2O
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOUNG AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other extemal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (mol'e 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 propedy using a dirty air filler. 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 knob(s) and cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. • Wash llin 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, • ff very dirty or damaged, replace pre- cleaner. • Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. • Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove wing nuts and cartddge plate. • Carefully remove cartddge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace carfddge. * Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s). IMPORTANT" Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deteriora- tion ofthe cadddge. Do not oil cadddge. Do not use pressudzedairtodeanor dry cadddge. Cover Wing Foam Pre- Plate Air Screen 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 am 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 filler in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor. • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are propedy positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. 21
CLEANING i Clean engine, battery, seat finish etc. °f all f° reign mauttr_ r" h is Keep fin'shed s aces and wee 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. • Piece 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 spdng 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. Small Retainer Spring IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted onthe tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring into square hole in frame. TO INSTALL MOWER • Raise attachment lift lever to its highes 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. Arms ._;_',._._.-_Square Hole ine Pulley Retainer Anti-Swa' Link Sides) Housing Large Retainer Spring 22
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are propedy inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 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_ °und Suspension 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 rear when the mower iS In its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance =D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown, 23 • Before making any necessary adjust. ments, check that both front links are equal in length. Both links should b_ 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 < turns. • When distance =D" is 1/8" to 112" Iow_ at front than rear, tighten nuts "P 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" Iow_ at front than rear, tighten nut "P against trunnion on beth front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. ,Mandrel "D" "D" Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Nut =E" Front Links
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools, Park the tractor on level sudace. 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 _lley 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" Nut =A" Jam Nut Do not touch this nut. If turther brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level suflace. 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. • Pu_! belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. • Install new belt by reversing above procedure. Engine Pulley-- Clutchingldler_ ._ Stationary Idler , r/1_-. 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 d rect on it s 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 whee s 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 centerldepartment. 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.tiv'es due to sl0w leaks, tire sealant may be PUrchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Retaining Ring Axle Cover Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See =PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. I Square Key (Reef Wheel Only) 25
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY 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. q Bolt ! "Positive" ( ) "Negative" (-) REPLACING BATTERY • 1, 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 hood to raised position. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. • Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. • Reinstall terminal guard. • First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely • Close terminal access doors. • Close hood. Hex Bolt 26 (Red) Cable -Negative (Black) Guard Cable 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. • Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartddge plate to expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • 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. • Reassemble air cleaner. Headlight Wire Connector Clamp Quarter ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establish- ment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. 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 side of quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against quarter circle. 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 Iooseningcable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position, 27 Choke Closed _Choke Lever Casing Clam_ Screw TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning the mixture screw in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the mixture screw out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/ air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight. PRELIMINARY SETTING - • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cable and choke are adjusted propedy (sea above). • With engine off tum idle mixture screw in (clockwise) closing it finger tight anc
then tum out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 tums. FINAL SE'I-rlNG - • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • With throttle control lever in slow position, hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM. • While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn screw to a point midway between those two positions. • Continue to hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM. Release throttle lever. ACCELERATION TEST - • Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn, Repeat test and continue to adjust, if neces- sary, until engine accelerates smoothly. 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-govemed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest autho- rized service center/department, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. die Mixture Screw Lever Idle Speed_ Lever _ _r..---=_---,f \Idle Mixture Screw 28
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. _. 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 storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • 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. BAI-rERY • 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 ='1"O CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables discon- nscted 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 gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, 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. • Drai_n 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 season to another. * Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection 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, 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start • Out of fuel. Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power • 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 widng. • 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. i, 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 widng. • 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, 30
TROUBLESHOOTINq PROBLEM Loss of power (Continued) Excessive vibration ;CHART CAUSE •Build-upofgr_s, leaves andtmshundermowe_ Enginecontinues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate • 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). • Faulty operator-safety presence control system. • Worn, 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. i • Obstruction in clutch mechanism. _ • Worn/damaged mower drive belt. • Frozen idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. CORRECTION i • Clean underside of mower housing. • Clean/replace air filter. • Check oil level/change oil. • Clean and regap or chang( spark plug. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill wit 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. • Clead/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. • Check wiring, switches an( connections. If not correcte, contact an authorized service centeddepadment. • 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. 31
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" whenturning engine "OFF" CAUSE • Engine speed too slow. • Travel speed too fast. • Wet grass. I, Mower deck not level. I • 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. Io 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. • 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. • Rep!ace/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. 32
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 AMMETER FUSE (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH IGNmON SWITCH STARTER BLACK SEAT SWITCH I {CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK PLUG IGNITION _ - GAP UNIT J (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) • t 4 rOt.T8 AC MIN_ • _ f_M _J(3_r's OFF_ NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM, THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATrERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. _EADUGHTS F, O NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. ) 33
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 ELECTRICAL I 25 I I I I i I 34
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 KEY PARr NO. NO. DESCRIFnON 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20x3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-I/2 11 150109 HolddownBatteryFmnt Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 21 166182 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J) 22 4152J Light Bulb 24 4799J Cable, Battery 25 146148 Cable, Battery 26 166180 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 28 145491 Cable, Ground 29 121305X Switch, Seat 30 163968 Switch, Ignition 33 140403 Key, Molded 40 170217 Harness, Ignition 41 71110408 BoltBIkFinHex 1/4-20UNCxl/2 42 131563 Cover, Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter) 55 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x1/2 70 170242 Harness Engine NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 58 12 31 207 2O7 6O 74 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES I<L=Y PART NO, NO. DESCI_IPTION 1 169830 2 169061 3 17060612 5 155272 9 168337X013 t0 STD533710 11 155927 12 145660 13 169118 17 144983X558 18 126938X 20 156437 23 124028)( 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 166271X558 29 155217X599 30 164919X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 169834 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 145201 54 161464 55 145202 57 STD552507 58 140547 60 72140606 64 154796 74 STD541437 142 165867 143 154966 144 154207 145 156524 159 155123X428 206 170165 207 17670508 208 17670608 Chassis Drawbar Screw. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bumper H_x_l/Dash Dash Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel, Dash, LH Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L Panel, Dash, RH Hood Assembly Bumber Hood Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge Looknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC Gdlle Lens, Grille Fender/Footrest Bracket, FenderlSupport Screw, Thdrol. 5/16.18 x 112 TYT Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga. Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH Screw, Hex Wshd #8-18 x 718 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X.7S Air Duct Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Dash Lower STLT Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC Plate Reinforcement STLT Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Footrest STLT Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood Cuph_der Bolt Shoulder 5/16.18TT Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 ir_ch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 GROUND DRIVE / J / _ "161 ! 59 158 169 32 52 16 3S 36 38
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART _ PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 73 169182 Hydro Gr 314-0510 74 169496 8 165866 Rod Shift FenderAdjust 75 121749X 10 STD561210 PinCotter I/8xlCAD 76 STD58t075 14 10040400 WasherLockHwHetieal 77 123583X 15 74490544 BoltHexFLGHD5/16-18GR.5 78 121748X 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 81 165596 19 STD541437 NutLockHexW/Wsh3/8-16Unc 82 165711 21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 83 19171216 22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 84 169594 24 7335(To00 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 89 164890X428 25 106888X Spdng, Brake Rod 90 124346X 26 STD551037 Washer 95 170201 27 S1"D561210 PinCotter I/8x3/4CAD. 96 4497H 28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 116 72110610 29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 150 165850 30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 151 19133210 32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5/16-18Uncx3/4 156 166002 34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 158 165589 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 159 165494 36 19211616 Washer 161 72140406 37 1572H Pin, Roll 162 73680400 38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 163 74780416 39 72110622 Bolt 164 19091010 40 4470J Spacer, Split 165 165623 41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 166 166880 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 168 165492 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 169 165580 48 154407 BellcrankClutchGmdDrvSTL 197 169613 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 198 169593 50 STD523715 Bolt 199 169612 51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 200 72140508 52 STD541431 Nut, Crowniock 5/16-16Unc 202 7211(3612 53 105710X Link, Clutch 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 56 s'rD523712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 57 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 59 166691 Keeper, Center Span 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 65 STD551143 Washer 66 154778 Keepsr Belt Engine Hydro 70 134683 Guide Belt RH Engine 71 169183 Strap Torque Lh 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-114 x 12 Ga. DESCRIPTION Strap Torque Rh Spacer, Sp_it 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 Spdng Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga, LinkTransaxle Console, Shift Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc Control Bypass Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad Bolt Cerr. 3/8-16 x 1.25 Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125 Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tappered Flange Shift Lt Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. _= Nut C rownlockl/4-20 Unc Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr, 5 Washer 518 x .281 x 10 Ga Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18 x 5/6 Bert Shoutder 5/16-18 x ,561 Plate Fastening Lt Nyliner Snap-In Washer Nytiner Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18UNC Bolt RDHD SQNK 5/16-18UNC x 1 Bolt Cart SH 3(8-16 x 1-1/2Gr.5 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 {r_ch = 25A mm 39
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 STEERING ASSEMBLY "" " """-'_ 1 .. 222-'--__22. -. Ct:! I 62 44 4O
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 139768 2 154427 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266H 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366R 10 169832 11 ST0551137 13 136518 15 145212 17 156546 18 57079 19 160395 22 165857 23 165851 25 154406 26 126847X 27 136874 28 19131416 29 17060612 3O STD561210 32 130465 36 155099 37 152927 38 139769 39 1913.3812 40 STD541537 41 100711L 42 145054X428 43 121749)( 44 153720 46 121232X 47 6855M 51 738(X)500 54 74780520 62 167902 63 74780616 65 160367 66 154404 67 72110618 68 169827 79 19132012 80 74950612 82 169835 85 133835 DESCRIPTION Steering Wheel Front Axle Assembly Spindle Assembly, L.H. Spindle Assembly, R.H. Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Washar 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Ring, Kllp Bearing, Steering Column Link, Drag Washer, Lock Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle Nut, Hexflange Lock Shaft Assembly, Steedng Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033 Support, Shaft Screw hex Wshhd 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 Rod, Tie Bushing, Steering Screw TT #10-32 x 5 X 3/8 Range Insert, Steering Wheel Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge Lock Nut Center 3/8-24 UNF Adaptor, Steering Wheel Boot, Steering Dash P/L Mtl BIk Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Extension Steering Non-Adjust Cap, Spindle Fitting, Grease Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC Bolt Rn Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 Kit, Steering Assembly, Service Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric. x 1 Gr. 5 Spacer Brace Axle Bearing Arm Pittman Belt Rhnd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-I14 Brace Axle Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bracket Susp Chassis Front Fastener Christmas Tree NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inctles 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 32 31 33 39 33 29 I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 0 i i i 12 I 42
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 _'Y PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 162152 2 17720410 3 ....... 4 149723 5 144069 6 144O68 7 138129 8 150176 10 145552 11 STD551125 12 ST_o22507 13 165287 14 13280336 15 13200300 16 STD551237 17 17490624 23 169837 25 145996 26 7392(To00 27 152927 29 137180 31 157103 32 161696 33 123487X 34 106082X 37 8543R 38 ....... 39 109227X 45 17060612 81 128861 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No. 461707-0145-E1 Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Asm. Left Exhaust Asm. Right ClampTube Double Engine Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Seres Heat Shield Lt Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4 Bolt F';n Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gasket Muffler Nipple Pipe 4-1/2" Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Screw Thdro_ 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt Shield Browning/Debris Guard ControlChoke Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf Screw l-r #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear Cap Fuel Guage STLT Clamp Hose BIk Spacer Pad Line Fuel Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown) Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x ,06 Screw 3/8-16 x SMGML Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut NO'rE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART NO. NO. 1 140123 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 155926 11 166369 12 121246X KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP/1ON Seat 3450 BIk/blk Craftsman Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk } Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16uoc X 1 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga Clip Push In Hinged Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3/8-16 x 1,5 SMGML Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Pnt Seat (blk) Knob Seat Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 13 121248X 14 72050412 16 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 STD541431 24 19171912 25 127018X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spdng Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock 114 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga. Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches I inch = 25.4 mm 44
DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 14 6 7 1 3 4 11 2 22 19 20 14 13 PART NO. NO. 1 156439 2 163205 3 171696 4 171697 5 170933 6 133644 7 171809 9 163204 11 156811 PART DESCRIPRON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Decal Fender Danger Sears 13 146046 Decal Fend Auto Sears Go d 14 166927 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 15 160396 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 19 138047 Decal Engine H/P 20 166887 Decal Maint Customer 22 149516 . SearsDom - - 169210 DecalReplacementSrs - - 138311 DecalFenderCmftsmanGold - - 165800X428 Decal Fender STLTH Oper -_ 165799X428 Inst E/S - - 172847 - - 172848 Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E Decal Dash Panel Decal Mower Ddve Schematic Decal, Battery Diehard Sears Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Decal Battery Decal By Pass Lt Hydro Decal Lift Handle Pad Footrest Lh STLT Pad Footrest Rh STLT Manual, Owner's(English) Manual, Owner's (Spanish) WHEELS & TIRES 2 _ 5,0 4,10 11 KEY PAR)" NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 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 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only) 9040H Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel Only) 106108X427 Rim, Rear 122082X Tire, Rear 7152J Tube, Rear Tire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 104757X Cap, Axle 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 45
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 LIFT ASSEMBLY 29_ 27 23 7 30 _j50 3 6 5 4 2O 46
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PARr NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Lift Lever inner Wire Asm. 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove 4 12000002 E Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 6 120183X Beadng Nylong 7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Read 11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H. 12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H. 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15 167253 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 17 130171 Trunnion BIkZinc 18 73680800 Nut Look W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 20 163552 Retainer Spring 23 110807X Nut, Special 24 19131016 Washer 13/32x5/8x16Ga. 25 2876H Spdng 26 169484 Retainer Clip 27 126971X Rod, Adjust Life 28 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16UNC 29 138057 Knob, Infinite Height Admustment 30 150233 Trunnion, Inf. Height 31 140302 Bearing, Pvt. Lift. Sphedcal 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator 37 123935X Plug Hole BIk 1,485/1.515 Dla 38 17060516 Screw 5/16÷18 x I SMGML 40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga 41 155098 Indicator Height Stlt 49 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Look 50 110452X Nut, Push Phos. &-Oil NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
MOWER DECK TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 [ .148 22 24 26 27 48
MOWER DECK TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 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 19131316 40 STD541437 44 140088 45 STD624003 46 137729 48 133944 49 155066 50 131340 51 STD541410 52 139888 53 131845 54 133943 55 155046 56 165723 59 141043 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Mower Housing Bolt Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar,Front Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Retainer Spdng Arm, Suspension, Rear Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 Washer, Lock Washer, Hardened Blade, Mulching Beadng, Ball Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented (IncL Key Nurnber 6) Housing, Mandrel, Vented Bearing, Ball, Mandrel Stripper, Vented Mower Deck Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt, Shoulder Baffle, Vortex Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC Stiffener Bracket Bracket, Deflector Cap, Sleeve Spring, Torsion, Deflector Nut, Push Shield, Deflector Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. Rod, Hinge ScrewThdrel Rolling Wsh Hd Washer, Spacer Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Toplock; Flanged Bolt Fastner, Christmas Tree Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Guard, Mandrel, L.H. Retainer Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Washer, Hardened Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 Locknut Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer Guard, Tuv Idler 67 149846 68 144959 92 STD541437 101 13642O 102 71161010 103 19061216 104 STD551110 105 160793 106 2029J 111 155197 112 155198 113 17060512 114 73510500 115 72110504 116 48981"1 117 165746 118 739306o00 119 19121414 121 143723 128 153390 129 19131312 130 STD523710 131 ST0533710 142 165890 143 157109 144 158634 145 165888 146 165891 147 131335 148 169022 149 165898 !50 1£091216 151 169670 152 169676 153 169674 154 169675 155 169671 156 169672 157 169669 158 17720410 159 STD533717 - - 130794 - - 169583 Knob Custom Oval V-Belt Locknut, Hex WANsh 3/8-16 UNC Cover Mulching 42" Black Screw Truss Hd Philt0-24 x5/8 Washer#10 Washer Lock Latch Asm Bagger Nut Weld Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH Bracket, Gauge, Wheel'RH Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nut, Hex Kepe 5/16-18 UNC Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2 Bolt, Shoulder Wheel, Gauge Nut, Crownldck 3/8-16 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Gs. Bracket Washer Felt Washer 13/32 x 13/16x 12 Ga. Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr.5 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carraige Idler Spring Extension Spdng Return Idler Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch 42" Washer flat 3/8" Type B Spdng Retainer Spdng Retention Lever Spacer RodClutch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uncx 1-3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32) Mower Deck, Complete (Std deck - order separately mulcher plate components key nos. 101-106) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 49
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 co \ 04 \ 5O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE . - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KL=Y PAR)" I<LcY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170351 2 170352 3 170353 4 170354 5 169898 6 170355 7 170356 8 170357 9 170358 10 170359 11 170360 12 169870 13 170361 14 169869 16 170362 17 170363 18 170364 19 150771 23 170365 24 170366 27 170367 28 170368 29 170369 30 170370 31 170371 32 170389 33 142991 34 170390 35 170391 36 170392 37 150792 38 150793 39 150809 40 170393 41 170394 42 170395 43 170396 44 150797 45 170397 46 170398 47 170999 48 170400 49 170401 50 170202 51 170403 52 170404 53 170405 54 170406 55 142977 56 142978 57 150798 58 170407 Main Housing, Assembly Side Housing, Assembly Center Section, Assembly Swashplate, Trunion Machined Block - Assembly Sealant 10.50z Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End Shaft, Input Ring - Retaining Spacer Ring - Retaining Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40mm Od X 12mm Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16- 24X0.75 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 Arm, Control Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust Check Plug Assembly, Washer Shaft, Motor Gear - Pinion, 13t 10t/48t Gear Gear, 10t Jackshaft 60t Bull Gear Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625 SleeveBearing(Outboard) ,75xl .750x.625 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X .13 "l_k Lip Seal Axle Seal Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, R.H.) Shaft, Axle .75 X 16,99 (Key, LH.) Miter Gear (Splined) Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) Shaft Ring, Spiral Retaining Pin, Jackshaft Magnet, Ring Spring, Bypass Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 Long Filter Base, Filter Actuator, Bypass Rod, Bypass Actuator Arm, Bypass Retaining Ring .250 External Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 TC Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d X .05 Thk Retaining Ring Bearing, Center Block Spring - Helical Compression Washer 20w-50Oil Brake Yoke 59 170408 Rotor, Brake 60 142883 Brake Puck 61 142881 Puck Plate 62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 63 170410 Hfhcs 1/4-20x2W/ Patch,SpacialFlange 64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch 65 170411 Spacer 66 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed 68 170414 Arm, Brake 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 71 170417 Compression Spdng Brake Anti- Drag 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D. X .032 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8 O.D 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly, .027, Washer 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack 77 170422 Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975 78 142969 Spring, Helical Comp 79 142980 Spacer 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unjf(Nylon Insert) 81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack 82 170424 Clip, Washer .316x1.50x.1046 (Plated) 83 161162 Pin, Standard Headless 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube 85 170426 Hose, ExpansionTank 86 170427 Expansion Tank 87 170424 Cap- Poppet Valve 88 170429 Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2 90 170430 Puck, InnerWedge 93 170431 Spring Clip - Housing Thrust 107 170432 Deflector 108 170433 Washer, Motor Shaft .71 idx1.15odx.03Othk 109 170434 Plug, Sae #6 111 170435 O-Ring .07 X .301 I,D. 112 170436 Shield, Vent 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank 116 170438 Silicon Sponge 119 170439 Fan, 7 In. 120 170440 Pulley 121 170441 Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon insert) 122 170442 Washer, Bellaville 123 170443 Belt Keeper 124 170444 Center Section-Filter-Bypass Assembly 125 170445 FUter Assembly 126 170446 Fan - Pulley Service Assembly 127 170447 Seal - O-Ring Kit 900 166768 Transaxle Comptete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 5 572 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 61SA_/ 1132 _ 1125_ t9 _' 26 258A [ 1019 LABEL KIT I I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 'l "k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 15 _ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAl 52
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 85g 392,32_ 391 _ 435 _ 971 267_e 1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION I 53
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145. 697 309 101 513_ 1051 _ _)1_ "_d!_ y 803 544 _ 801 797 358 GASKET SET 177 O 51A_ 38 208 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270961 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 496583 2 399265 3 91086 4 493304 5 214517 5A 214518 7 271867 7A 271868 8 495754 9 27803 10 94382 10A 94380 11 280225 273390 13 15 16 19 2O 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 36 4O 41 42 45 46 47 48 50 51 51A 53 54 73 75 78 91 271188 271189 94565 94239 690666 399264 291675 491180 222698 499180 499181 499182 499183 499184 499285 499186 499187 263129 496319 496320 496314 498541 95017 390420 4945.53 691302 65906 26828 221596 2o__260 494553 261368 214487 393415 496542 21329O 271412 270884 93970 93208 691438 222511 691134 693483 Cylinder Assembly Bushing/Seal Kit • /r Seal-Oil Sump-Eng_e Head-Cylinder #1 Head-Cylinder #2 Gasket-Cylinder Head # 1 Gasket-Cylinder Head #2 Breather Assembly (Cylinder #1) Gasket-Breather Screw (Breather Assembly) Screw (Breather Cover) Tube-Breather ./_ Gasket-Crankcase (.015" Thick, Std.) • k Gasket-Crankcase (.005" Thick) ,/r Gasket-Crankcase (.009" Thick) Screw (Cylinder Head) Rug-Oil Drain Crankshaft Bushing Seal-Oil Flywhe_ Key-Flywheel Piston Assembly (Standard) Piston Assembly (.010 "O.S.) Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) Ring Set, Piston (Standard) Ring Set, Piston (.010 "O,S,) Ring Set, Piston (.020 "O,S,) Ring Set, Piston (.030 "O.S.) Lock-Piston Pin Pin Assembly, Piston (Std.) Pin Assembly-Piston (.005" O.S.) Rod-Conneclt ng (Standard) Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) Screw (Connecting Rod) Valve-Exhaust (Include(s): Keepar-Valve (Ref, No, 42)) Valve-Intake Spring-Valve (Intake) Spring-Valve (Exhaust) Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) Retainer-Valve (Extlaust) Keeper-Valve Tappet-Valve Camshaft Slinger-Oil Short Block Manltold-lntake Gasket-intake Gasket-Intake Screw (Carburetor) Screw (Intake Manifold) Screen-Rotating Washer (Flywheel) Screw (Flywheel Fan) Body Assembly-Upper 95 690718 Screw (Thmttie Valve) 97 693485 Shaft-Throttle 98 807923 Kit-ldie Speed 102 69G509 • Gasket-Carburetor Body 104 69_506 • Pin-FloatHinge 105 692078 • Valve-Float Needle 107 693482 Body Assembly-Lower 108 693505 Valve-Choke 109 693498 Shaft-Choke 117 693538 Jet*Main 693500 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 121 491539 Carburstor Kit 122 281411 Spacer 125 693479 Carburetor 130 693504 Valve-Thmtlte 133 693512 Fk_at-Carburetor 146 94196 Key-Timing 147 693506 Jet-Pilot 161 496599 Baea-Air Cleaner 163 271411 * Gasket-Air Cleaner 177 271170 "Jr Seal.O-Ring 187 299146 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required Length) 197 95063 Screw (Back Plate) 202 262683 Link-Mechanical Governor 203 280997 Crank-Ben 205 93971 Screw (Bell Crank) 209 262352 Spring-Governor 211 261563 Spring-Governor 212 693985 Link-Throttle 215 224816 Guide-Air 219 3.94348 Gear-Governor 220 222773 Washer-Thrust (Governor Gear) 222 491282 Bracket-Contrel 227 491297 Lever-Governor 235 224995 Shield-Fuel Spray 240 394358 Filter-Fuel 244 230318 Connestor-Hose (Pulse Une) 258 94930 Screw (Engine Sump) 267 93897 Screw (Casing Clamp) 278 94942 Washer (Governor Lever) 297 94289 Nut-Wing (Air Filter Retainer) 304 691390 Housklg-Blower 305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 306 222846 Shield-Cylinder 306A 223734 Shield-Cylinder 307 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 309 497596 Motor-Starter 310 94003 Bolt (Starter Motor) 311 497608 Brush Set 332 230674 Nut (Flywheel) • 333 394891 Armature-Magneto 334 94731 Screw (Magneto Armature) 337 802592 Plug-Spark 356 494705 Wire-Stop 358 495868 Gasket Set 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 386 693490 0 Gasket-pump 391 693487 Body-Pump 392 693491 • Spring-Pump Diaphragm 55
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270861 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0146-1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 404 223882 Washer (Governor Crank) 822 693497 Washer-Seal (Throttle Shaft) 423 94674 Screw (Air Cleaner Base I 847 495715 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 425 94823 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 851 493880 Terminal-Cable 432 693492 Q Cap-Spring 859 693488 e Diaphragm-Fuel Pump 433 693489 4) Diaphragm-Fuel Pump 861 39_397 Kit-Fuel Pump 434 693493 Cover-Diaphragm 865 224774 Cover-AirGulde 435 693494 Screw (Diaphragm Cover) 865A 224775 Cover-Air Guide 441 222875 Bracket-Oil Fill 868 497656 Seal-Valve 445 394019 Filter-Air 868A 273312 Seal-Valve 447 93343 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 869 261463 Seat-Valve (Intake) 449 94882 Screw (Oil Fill Bracket) 870 262924 Seat-Valve (Exhaust) 474 93474 Alternator 571 261961 Bushing-Guide (Exhaust) 482 93621 Screw (Alternator) 231215 Bushing-Guide (Intake) 510 497606 Drive-Starter 877 393456 W_re-Aitemator 513 396003 Clutch-Drive 881 495901 Plate-Cover 523 494947 Dipstick 918 393815 Hose-Vacuum (Cylinder.To-}re. 525 495348 Tube.-C_ Fill pulse PumpXCut to Required 527 223167 Clamp-Tuhe Length) 535 272490 Filter-Air 934 94627 Screw (Fan Retainer) 544 97603 Armature-Starter 955 693513 Rug-Carburetor 552 262332 Bushing (Governor Crank) 968 225006 Cover-Air Cleaner 552A 262331 Bushing (Goven_ Crank) 971 8(;5540 Screw (Upper BodyTo Lower 562 93853 Bolt-Carriage (Governor Lever) Body) 569 272645 4r Gasket-Base 1005 498157 FarvRywhsel 572 222892 Cover-Breather (Cylinder #2) 1006 224901 Retainer-Fan 573 491304 Plate-Back 1019 496726 Label Kit 592 92278 Nut (Governor Laver) 1036 499382 Label Kit-Emission 601 95162 Clarnp4-k_se 1051 263060 Ring-Retaining 615 94296 Retainer(GovemorCrenk) 1058 273688 Owner'sManust 615,6, 93898 Retainer-GovernorSheft 1081 280860 .k Seat-O-Rk_j 616 491530 Crank-Govemor 1090 497605 Retainer-Brush 634 491287 4r Seal-Governor Shaft 1095 496047 Gasket Set-Valve Overhaul 634A 271013 Washer-Foam 1125 94724 Screw (Cover Plate) 635 66538 Boot-Spark Plug 1132 94675 Screw (Oil Slinger) 637 69_510 Washer-Seal 1136 94297 Screw (Governor, Corttrol Pod 643 496700 Retainer-Air Filter 1137 220680 Washer (Governor, Control Rc 689 262.337 Spring-Friction 1138 94298 Nut (Governor, Control Rod 697 93585 Screw (Drive Cap) -- - 460707-0145.EIReplacement Engine 725 280866 Shlald-Heat 726 91362 Gear-Ring _ Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358. 741 262989 Gear-T'r_ing • IneludedlnCarburetorKIt, Ref Number121. 783 693059 Gear-Starter • Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref Number 797 94010 Nut (Starter Telminal) 1095. 797A 693167 Nut (StarterTerminal) Included in Fuel Pump Kft, Ref Number 861 801 3948_ Cap-_ve 802 497607 Cap-End NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 803 497604 Housing-Starter 1 inch -= 25,4 mm 807 693511 Spacer 56
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ol (.0 l& Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I I greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme J caution when changing direction on slopes. I
For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1,800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week PartsDirect sM 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1-800-659-7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-488-1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement: Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday 1-800-827-6655 172847 11.10.99 RH Printed in U.S.A.