Craftsman 917.271110 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual cnnFTS n# 16.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.271110 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ........................................... 2 Assembly ................................................ 8 Operation .............................................. 12 Maintenance Schedule ......................... 19 Maintenance ......................................... 19 Product Specifications ........................... 5 Service and Adjustments ...................... 23 Storage ................................................. 29 Troubleshooting .................................... 30 Repair Parts ......................................... 34 Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in matedal or workmanship. This Warranty does not cover:. • Expendable items which become wom 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 acci- dent 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 equip- ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat- tery 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 equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail- able 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, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions 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 recks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people befO_ mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolute- ly necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. • Slow down before tuming. • Never leave a running machine unat- tended. Always tum off blades, set park- ing 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 unload- ing the machine into a trailer or truck. 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 overtum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could sud- denly tum over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do z_ow,Qn wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alsrt and rum 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 interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. SERVICE • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow en- gine 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 equip- ment in good condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before stodng. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended paris, when necessary. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolute- ly necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Mow up and down slopes (15" Max), not across. • Remove obstacles such as rooks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overtum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. ,_Look for this symbol to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means CAU- TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE- TY IS INVOLVED. _ .,÷ ,_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs always discon- nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. _WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of Califomia to cause cancer, birth defects, or.other reproductive harm.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS CAPACITY AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 30 (API-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F) SAE 10W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/RLTER: 4.0 PINTS WK_ FILTER: 3.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: Champion J19LM GAP: .030") STD361458- GROUND SPEED FORWARD: (MPH): 1 sr 1.1 2 ND 1.4 3 RD 2.3 4 TM 3.5 5 TM 4.5 6 TM 6.0 REVERSE: 1.7 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY: AMP/HR: 20 MIN. CCA:240 CASE SIZE: UIR BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center. We have competent, well-trained techni- cians 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 avail- able 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. ,AWARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim- proved 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 used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
Parts Bag contents shown full size © (1) Large Rat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x I (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Q (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knol_ (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 _. (2) Weld _. Nuts #10 (2) Washers 3/16 x3/4 x 16 Gauge liltlliillllliillllillll (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Hex Bolts 114-20 x3/4 @ (2) Hex (2) Lock Nuts Washers 1/4 1/4-20
Parts packed separately in .carton Manual (2) Shoulder Seat Plate Video Cassette Steering Boot I Parts Bag Steering Wheel Bolts _(2) Center- lock Nuts (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Front Link Assemblies in Steering Wheel Adapter /_ _St_ri_g Insert _).._ I 1 (2) Keys I (2) Latch Hook Assemblys
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. Review the video cassette before you begin. 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) 3/4" Socket w/ (2) 7/16" wrenches drive rachet (2) 1/2" wrench (1) Phillips Screw- (1) 3/4" wrench driver (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure (1)Pliers gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point o! view, when you are in the operating posi- tion (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from shipping carton (See page 6). • Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four comers of shipping carton, and lay panels flat. • Remove mower and package materials. • Check for any additional loose parts or boxes and remove. BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT - -- • Slide extension shaft onto lower steer- ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten- sion and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. "13ghten securely. IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure- ly to 18-22 ft. Ibs. torque. • Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL • Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. • Slide_eedng wheel adapter onto steer- ing'sh_aft extension. • Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to dght) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. • 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 trac- tor hood and grill. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid. Insert Wheel Extension Adapter ha. 5/16 Locknut.___ Lower Steering...._ _" :_"---, Sh . ,"--'-5" ""," \ ,_/ ,, t "--._ .,-. ".._..:. ,," TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attach- ment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). • Roll tractor backwards off skid. • Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be con- nected first to prevent sparking from acci- clental grounding. • Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position. • Open battery box door and remove pro- tective plastic. • Remove terminal protective caps and discard. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. • First connect RED battery cable to posi- tive ( ) terminal with hex bolt, flat wash- er, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely. Discard Terminal .i_ Proctec_ve Caps Lock Washer Flat Washer . Hex Hex Positive = Negative (Red) Cable (Black) Cable • Close battery box door. Open battery box door for:. • inspection for secure connections (to tighten hardware). • Inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery. • Jumping (if required). • Periodic charging. Seat Pan Battery Box Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt securely. • Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. • Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. • Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat Seat Pan Shoulder Bolt _._.. Adjustment Knob Flat Washer 9
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 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 replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of this manual. Verify that the belts are mut- ed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and hold deflector shield in up- right position. • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. • Hook front latch into-hole on front of mower deck. • Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. Weld Nut From The Top Lock Weld Washer Nut Latch Hook Points Down Latch Hook Washer Mulcher Plate Deflector Shield Lock Washer Washer Screw Latch Hooks _CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. 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 designed for discharging and bagging also. 10
ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are proper- ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per- formance. • Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • - Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • With mower in desired height of cut po- sition, gauge wheels should be assem- bled 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. Gauge Wheel Mounting_ racke _ _ 3/8-16 Washer Ga_-_ge_Wheel t V' CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING• CHECKLIST: V' All assembly instructions have been completed. v' No remaining loose parts in carton. v' Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. v' All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). v' Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). v' Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. v' Check widng. See that all connections are still secure and wires are propedy clamped. v' Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in ddve position. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO 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 - their cation and function. Operate them before you start the engine. / Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition. / It is important to purge the transmission 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). 11
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE UGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED ! MOWER LIFT _'l R N H L (®)_1 ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED _(_) ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL (Hydro Mode_ onDy) 12
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Light Switch Position Throttle/Choke Control _ Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Control Height Adjustment Indicator Attachment Lift Lever Parking Brake Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH.LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attach- ments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH: Tums the headlights on and off. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to control engine speed. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the mower cutting height. GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of the tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. AMMETER: Indicates battery charging ( ) or discharging (-). PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake into the brake position. 13
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the I eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses I or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR 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. TO SET PARKING BRAKE • Depress clutch/brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position and hold. • Place parking brake lever in =EN- GAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Throttle/Choke Lever =Engaged" Control Position \ =Disengaged" =Brake" Parking Brake Position ,,\ Position Motion Pedal =Drive" Control PosilJon Position Lever STOPPING MOWER BLADES ..... • Move attachment clutch lever to =DIS- ENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • Depress clutch/brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position. • Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi- tion. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle befotL_oppir_j - may cause engine to =backfire". • Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized USe. • Never use choke to stop engine. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine run- ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when pping tractor on grass areas. CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throt- tle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever. • Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move gearshift lever to desired posi- tion. • Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears. Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your transaxle. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction. • Tum knob clockwise ( ) to raise cut- ting height. • Turn knob counterclockwise ( ) to lower cutting height. The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ap- proximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. 14
• 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 rela- tively high; the second to desired height. 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 con- trol. • Start mower blades by engaging attach- ment clutch control. • to Stop mower blades - disengage attachment clutch control. ,_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the discharge guard in place. Attachment Clutch Lever "Engaged" Position Attachment Lift Lever High Position =Disengaged" Low Pos_on Suard _ 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 start- ing 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 clutcc,h_=l'Vbrake j3_.dal quickly to brake posio tion a-a-R_reng_e parking bm'ke. • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all tums slowly. TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. 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 hoed to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'I-rACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy ot a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. l]res can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 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. • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip- stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove-and read oil level. If nec- essary, 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 Customer Responsibilities section of this manua;). • To change engine oil, see the Customar Responsibilities section in this manual. ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 8"_ 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 freshness. IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good ,_dAweather starting. RNING: 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 emp- tied 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 carbure- tor cleaner products in the fuel tank or per- nent damage may occur. 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. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) posi- tion. • Move attachment clutch to =DISEN- GAGED" position. • Move throttle control to choke position. Note: Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below. • Insert key into ignition and tum 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, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control beck to the choke position and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F AND ABOVE) • When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. • 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, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi- tion. This may require an engine warm- up period from several seconds to sev- eral minutes, depending on the temper- ature. • The attachments can also be used dur- ing the engine warm-up period. 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 performance. See =TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MOWING TIPS • "13re chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See =TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to-the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu- tion of clippings and more uniform cut- ting. 16
• When mowing large areas, start by turn- ing to the right so that clippings will dis- charge away from shrubs, fences, drive- ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand tums until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possi- ble fire hazard trom 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 unde- sirable 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 se- lecting a low enough gear to give the mower the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at- tachment being used. MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recut- ting 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 ! ,' I I, aftemoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cut- ting 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 condi- tions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a sec- ond cut, mow across or perpendicular 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
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _./_ __..,,,__.,,_€.J AS YOU COMPLETE DATES lie Check Brake Operation t_ V p Check Tire Pressure I_ i Check Operator Presence and T : Intedock Systems V ° R Check for Loose Fa_enera V* I,/, l/ SharperdIReplace Mower Blades V_4 T LuStre.on Chart V' I/ Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals/Recharge V r V _ Check Transaxla Cooling Ad}ust Blade Belt(s) Tension Ks Adjust Motion Drive Ball(s) Tension I_s Check Engine Oil Level V ° V ° Change Engine Oil I V_1_.3 V* E Clean Air Filter i V'2 N Clean Air Screen ! V_2 G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arraster I_ Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) V_1.2 N Clean Engine Co_ing Fins VP2 Replace Spark Plug If ll_ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V_2 Replace Fuel Filter V' 1 - Change more often when operstlng undM a heavy load or in high ambient tempeqat_r_. 5 * If equipped with adjustable systern. 2 - Service more o/len when opeflmting ;n dirty cx dusty €ondltlons. 3 - If equipped v*l_ o;I rdtwo Ohange oil evely 50 hourL 4 - Replace blmdN more oqten whon _ in sandy soil. 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 periodi- cally to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Ch_k operator presence and interlock sys_'d_ fo_lSroper operation. • Check for loose fasteners. 6 - Not required if equipped with rnalntenance-_ee better,/. 7 - Tighten front rode plvol bon to 35 ft.-Ibs, _. Do no_ _. LUBRICATION CHART O Spindle Zerk O Front Wheel Wheel Bearing Zerk Bearing Zerk 0 Enc 0 Attachment_ : Clutch • Gear Pivot(s) _ "-_" T -_ _ Shift ...... Pivots O SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL e General Purpose Grease @ Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bear-ings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubri- cant sparingly. 18
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments sectionof this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rub- ber. • 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. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and fiat washer in exact order as shown. • "13ghten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade b01t'is-- Grade 8 heat treated. Bladher___ Mandrel Assembly Flat Was Trailing Edge Up • oc. Hex Bolt (Grade 8)_.._ *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be ide!;l_, by,_x lines on the bolt head. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade, butif 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 it is 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 bal- ancer). 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 onto 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 hori- zontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. Center Hole 5/8" Bolt or Pin Blade BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, 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. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- minals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Open battery box door. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 19
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See =CONNECT BAT- TERY" in the Assembly section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belt3 are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. 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 tem- perature. Change the oil alter every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before start- ing the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip- stick securely each time you check the oil level. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES T()_HANGE _N_'E O_ 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 o=3 through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this.ro,_, al..;... _ • Use gauge on oil till cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oU fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at =FULL = line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. Air Cleaner Cover Knob Cover Foam Pre-Cleaner Wing Nut Air Cleaner Base Oil Fill Air Cleaner Cap/ Paper Dipstick Cartridge Oil Drain Plug CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from over- heating. Clean with a wire brush or com- pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs-flrst. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knob and cover. • Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Slide foam pre_leaner off cartridge. • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. 2O
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car- tridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartddge. • Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge. • Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely. CLEAN AIR INTAKFJCOOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re- moved will cause engine damage due to overheating. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu- retor. • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clam.ps are properly positioned. _ Filter CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- trical system, muffler, air filter and carbu- retor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. 21
,_CAUTION: Before pedorming 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 pads have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in =DISEN- GAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. • Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer spdngs. Clutch Lever Clutch Suspension Arms • Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. • Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under trac- tor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links. TO INSTALL MOWER • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Slide mower under tractor with dis- charge guard to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Retainer Spring Engine Pulley Front Link Retainer Spring Anti-Swaybar Retainer Spdngs (Both Sides) Retainer Springs (Both Sides) Suspension Arm 22
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not propedy 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 adjust- ment 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 tum of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. Bottom Bottom of Cud_ f Curt t- 7 Ground Line _--j-r _ (_ Suspension Lift Link Adjustment Nut • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut =E" on both front links an equal number of tums. • When distance =D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts =P against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut =P from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut =E" on both front links an equal number of tums. • When distance =D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut =P against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. ndrel Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Trunnion FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- side. If the followingfront-to-back adjust- ment 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.,tti_mandrel at bottom edge of mower h_usingas shown. Front Links Trunnion TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from mower. 23
BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves Idler Pulley Mandrel Pulley and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Idler Pulley Mandrel TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equippe_ with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right 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 oper- ating arm and nut =A" on brake rod. • If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut =A". • 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 necessary. Contact your nearest authorized ser- vice center/department. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT With Parking Brake _ _Engaged" Nut "A" • // Jam Nut Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • RemOV'_rnower (See =TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Remove upper belt keeper. • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers. • Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley. • Install new belt by reversing above pro- cedure. IMPORTANT: Make sure upper belt keep- er is positioned properly between locator tab. Engine Pulley Clutching Idler / Stationary / Idler Transmission Input Pulley _= Locator i Tab Upper Belt Keeper ) TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hori- zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi- tioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center. 24
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. 13re sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Washers A Retaining Ring _ ff/'__ Square Key _' "_'_" (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK BATTERY _CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batter- ies. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negativ e 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 bat- tery, 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 cabk_to goed CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. - Remove RED cable last from both bat- tedes. Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Charged Ballet Positive Negative Terminal Terminal 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 gdll. • Close hood. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY • 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 procedures. \ Headlight Wire Connector INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poody, stop running, or pre- vent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical widng dia- gram in the Repair Parts section of this manual. 25
TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. ENGINE TO ADJUST THROI"FLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjust- ment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow to choke posi- tion. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position. • Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed control bracket are aligned. • If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" ddll bit through both holes. • Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill bit. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the fac- tory and adjustment should not be neces- sary. 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 adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fueVair mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fueVair mixture. -, IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor may result if nee- dle is turned in too tight. NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. • Be sure you have a clean air filter and the tl=vr_tte control cable is adjusted properly (see above). • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Idle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is at- tained. • Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Tum needle to a point midway between those two positions. • Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces- sary. ACCELERATION TEST - • Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 rum. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, 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 set- ting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO- RIZED service center/department, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. Cable Clamp Screw Speed Control Bracket Idle Speed Adjusting Screw Throttle Lever Idle Fuel AdjuslJng Needle 26
Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. _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. This will allow you to clean it thor- oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this man- ual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance 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 sur- faces; sand lightly before painting. BATTERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see =-I0 CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI- NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnect- ed 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, _ose,_or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohoi or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separatio n and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- age the fuel system of an engine while in storage. • Drain the fuel tank. • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta- bilizer 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 carbure- tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure- tor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDERS • 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 it 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 pro- tective cover that does not retain mois- ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation to form and cause your tractor to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. 27
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Engine wi, not turn over Engine dicks but will not start Loss Of power • Out of fuel. • Engine not'CHOKED" prop e_. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment. • Engine valves out of adjust- ment. • 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 adjust- ment. • Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. • Attachment clutch is engaged. • Weak or dead battery. • Blown fuse. • Corroded battery terminals. • _,.Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty ignition switch. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Faulty operator presence switch(es). • Weak or dead battery. • Corroded battery terminals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Cuffing too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Fig 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 carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. • Check all wiring. • See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. • Contact an authorized service center. • 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 and Adjustments section. • Contact an authorized service center. Depress clutch/brake pedal. • Disengage attachment clutch. • Recharge or replace battery. • Replace fuse. • Clean battery terminals. • Checkail widng. • Check/replace ignition switch. • Check/replace solenoid or starter. • Contact an authorized service center. • Recharge or replace battery. • Clean battery terminals. • Check all wiring. • Check/replace solenoid or starter. • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- tion/reduce speed. • Adjust throttle control. 28
PROBLEM Lose of power (cont'd) TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Dirty air filter. • Low oil level/dirty oil. • Faulty spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Water in fuel. • Spark plug wire loose. Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with at- tachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Poor cut - uneven (conrd) Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge • Dirty engine air screen/fins. • Dirty/clogged muffler. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment. • Engine valves out of adjust- ment. • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Bent blade mandrel. • Loose/damaged part(s). • Faulty operator-safety pres- ence 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 holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Obstruction in clutch mecha- nism. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrel. Engine speed too slow. Travel speed too fast. Wet grass. CORRECTION • Clean underside of mower hous- ing. • Clean/replace air filter. • Check oil level/change oil. • Clean and regap or change spark plug. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. • Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. • Connect and tighten spark plug wire. • Clean engine air screen/fins. • Clean/replace muffler. • Check all wiring. • See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. • Contact an authorized service center. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Replace blade mandrel. • Tighten loose part(s). Replace Jama_led parts. • Check wiring, switches and con- nections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower hous- ing. • Replace blade mandrel. • Clean.mound mandrels to open vent holes. • Remove obstruction. • Replace mower drive belt. • Replace idler pulley. • Replace blade mandrel. • Place throttle control in "FAST" positS. • Shift to dower speed. • Allow grass to dry before mow- ing. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass discharge • Mower deck not level. (cont'd) • Low/uneven tire air pressure. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine =backfires" when fuming engine "OFF" • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Mower drive belt worn. • Blades impropedy installed. • Improper blades used. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. • Switch is "OFF". • Bulb(s) burned ouL • Faulty light switch. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Blown fuse. • Bad battery cell(s). • Poor cable connections. • Faulty regulator (if so I" equipped). Faulty alternator. • Freewheel control in =disen- gaged" position. • Motion drive belt worn, dam- aged or broken. • Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing. • Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. CORRECTION • Level mower deck, • Check tires for proper air pres- sure. • Replace/sharpen blade. "i3ghten blade boll • Clean underside of mower hous- ing. • Replace mower drive bait. • Reinstall blades sharp edge down. • Replace with blades listed in this manual. • Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. • Tum switch "ON'. • Replace bulb(s). • Check/replace light switch. • Check widng and connections. • Replace fuse. • Replace battery. • Check/clean all connections. • Replace regulator. i • Replace aitemator. • 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. 3O
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270720 [ m_p AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH BAI-rERY SOLENOID FUSE 30 AMP. _ _ ' =TAD'n_" _ a I ,,PED_. UP) • ...... I :---_---_ _-_:-_-,-] ! I i P ATT'MENT CLUTCH I • (CLUTCH OFF) I :l-: f : -,,,___'. D t I J ",_' LINE D i ! A I i o: r, €,_ , I ---_ (NOT OCCUPIED) / ,- ....... , F'U _: L- _J¥-_-F SOLENOID • .>'_,_;;;o_-' • PRESENCE RELAY #1 A T-o IGNITION u.rr _ IGNITION SWITCH NO, E I YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED 3"0 THE BATI'ERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE UGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE MGHTS W1LL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS RELAY NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 31
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 i \ i i / i s i i / 32
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery,12 Volt 28 Amp 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 114-20 x 3/4 3 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 4 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 6 STD541025 Nut, Hex 114-20 8 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 16 161343 Switch, Interlock N. OPNJN.OPN 19 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 20 733504(X) Nut, He, x, Jam 114-20 UNC 21 147430 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J) 22 4152J Light Bulb 24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11' 25 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W16 Wire 26 108824X Fuse, 30 Amp 28 4207J Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" 29 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal OP Olive 30 140301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 31 124211X Nut, Ignition 32 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 33 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman 40 161351 Harness, IgnllJon 41 71110408 BoltBIkFinHex l/4-20UNCx1/2 42 131563 Cover, Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 44 73640400 Nut,Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC 45 122822X Ammeter, Rectangular15 Amp 52141940 Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter) 70 140426 Harness, Engine Kohl Cmd-L 15AR 81 109748X Relay Asm. NOTE: All component dimensions given _n U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES I 28 58 12 53 \ _1 52 55 54 _13 3 60 25 34
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 160392 ChassisAssemUy 2 140356 Drawbar 3 17490612 Screw, Thd.,Roll. 3/8-16x3/4 4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 161917X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x3/4 11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 12 145660 Clip]',merman Gd]le P4. 13 155936 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 Screw, Thd.,Roll. 3/8-16xl/2 17 144983X558 Hood Assembly 18 126938X Bumber Hood 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 STD541437 Locknut 26 145198X558 Grille w/Clips MS-558 29 155217 Lens, Gdlle 30 151287X558 Fender/FootrestPntSTLTNHold558 31 139976 Bracket, FendedSupport 37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x 1/2 38 139886 Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, 39 139887 Pivot Bracket Assembly, PJ-I, 51 73800400 Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4 - 20 UNC 52 19091416 Washer, 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge 53 145201 Bracket, Gdlle Pickoff LH 54 161464 Screw, HexWshd #8-18x7/8 55 145202 Bracket, Grille Pickoff RH 57 STD552507 Bolt, FinHex 1/4 -_'20 UNC x .75 53 150127 Duct, Air Engine PL/LT 60 STD533707 Bolt, Fldhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 154798 Dash, Lower STLT 74 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 140 158418 Bracket, Suspension Front 142 156095 Plate, Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Backrest, Swaybar Chassis 144 154207 Bracket, Footrest STLT 145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood .... 5479,.I Plug, Button NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 GROUND DRIVE 36
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 161451 Transaxle(See Breakdown) 52 STD541431 Dana, Model Number4360-122 53 105710X 2 146682 Spdng, Return, Brake 55 105709X 3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 56 STD523712 4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 57 160855 5 121520X Strap, Torque 58 127274X 6 17490512 Screw, Thd.,Rolt. 5/16-18x3/4 59 140312 8 154792 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 61 17490612 10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 62 8883R 11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 63 140186 13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch 64 71170764 Grade 8 14 STD551125 Washer 65 STD551143 15 74490544 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Grade 66 154778 5 18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex3/8-16 UNC x 1. 70 134683 Gr5 72 19132012 19 STD541437 Nut 21 106933X Knob 74 109502X 22 130804 Rod, Brake 75 121749X 24 STD541237 Nut 25 106888X Spdng, Brake Rod 76 STD581075 26 STD551037 Washer 77 123583X 27 STD561210 Pin 78 121748X 28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 29 124236X Cap, Paddng Brake, Red 80 160763 30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 81 161077 31 127275X Keeper, Belt, LH. 82 123782X 32 STD523107 Bolt 83 19171216 34 155071 Shaft Assembly, Font Pedal 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 64 145643 35 STD551062 Washer 85 150360 37 STD571810 Roll Pin 86 157480 38 123574X Pulley, Idler, Flat 87 19212016 39 STD523727 Bolt 88 12000008 40 4470J Spacer, Split .395 x .59 89 158391 41 154777 Keeper, Belt, Idler Fool-Proof 90 124346X 42 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 12 Gauge 112 19091210 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-G .roove, Plastic 116 72110610 48 154407 BeltcrankClutch Gmd Dry Sit 148 159103 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 149 122052X 50 STD523715 Bolt 150 150935 51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 151 19133210 DESCRIPTION Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC Link, Clutch Spring, Clutch Return Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 V-Belt, Ground Drive Keeper, Belt, R.H. Keeper, Be_t, Center Span Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Cover, Pedal Pulley, Engine Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 Washer Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool- Proof Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H. Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge Spacer, Split Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge E-Ring Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x.16 Gauge Arm, Shift sheft _se._y Spring, Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge "lie ROd Nut, Nylock Bushing Washer E-Ring Console, Shift, STLT NUt, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25 -- Spacer Spacer Retainer Pm Mower Bushing Nylon Collered Washer 13/32 x2 x 10 Ga. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 STEERING ASSEMBLY ,'L': ..... _ ...... i i ¸----- , I _. $2 44...__ 27 17 X / 88
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 Wheel, Steering 2 154427 Axle, Asm Front 3 156483 Spindle, Asm Lh 4 157473 Spindle, Asm Rh 5 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer,25/32x1 5/8x16ga 7 19272016 Washer, 27/32x1 1/4x16Ga 8 12000029 Ring, Klip #t5304-75 9 3366R Bearing, Col Strg BIk 10 156438 Draglink, Extended Stamped 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy I-Ilcl Spr 3/8 13 154779 Bearing, Axle STLT/GT 15 73901000 Locknut, Flange 5/8-11 UNC 17 156546 Shaft, AsmStrg Private Label 18 57079 Washer, Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 19 124035X Support, Shaft 20 126884X Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x 062 22 71200410 Screw, Hex Socket Hd 1/4-20 x 5/8 23 127501 Shaft, Asm Pittman 25 154406 Bracket, Steering 26 126847X Bushing, Rod _e BIk Lt 27 136874 Gear, Sector 28 19131416 Washer, 13/32 x 7/8 x 16ga 29 17490612 Screw, Tndrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt 30 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 32 130465 Rod, Tte Wire Form 19 75 Mech 36 155099 Bushing, Strg 5/8 Id Dash 37 152927 Screw, "Fr #1o-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange 38 139769 Insert, Steedng Wheel 39 19133808 Washer, 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge 40 STD541537 Gripco Nut 41 100711L Adaptor, Wheel Stng 42 145054 Boot Shaft Steadng 43 121749X Washer, 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension, Steering Non-Adjust 46 121232X Cap, Spindle Fr Top BIk 47 6855M Fitting, Grease 51 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16 -18 UNC 54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16 - 18 UNC x I -1/i 62 - :1'56594 Kit, Steering Assembly 63 STD523710 Bolt, Ftn Hex 3/8-16 UNC x I Gr. 5 65 154780 Spacer, Axle 66 154404 Beadng, Ann Pit,nan 67 74781044 Bolt, FinHaxS/8-11 UNCx2-3/4 68 154429 Axle, Brace NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 i 3 37 40 _ 33 29 I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 6 8O 4 23 4O
ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 162156 Control, Throt I Ch 2 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV16-43513 4 159420 Muffler 14 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 15 13200300 Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt 16 STD551231 Washer 23 159880 Shield, BRN/DBR Guard 29 137180 Arrestor, Spark 31 109202X Tank, Fuel 32 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented 33 123487X Clamp, Hose BIk 35 17490512 Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT 37 137040 Line Fuel 38 ....... Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer) 40 124028X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line 44 17490412 Screw, HexWasher Head, I"hd. Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4 46 19091416 Washer, 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge 62 STD551131 Washer, Lock 77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 79 M740108025 Bolt, Hex 80 74760508 Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 UNC x 1/2 81 128861 Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE: All component 1 inch = 25.4 mm dimensions given in U.S. inches 41
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 SEAT ASSEMBLY 5 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 PART .... KEY PART .... NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 19131610 Wast_er 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 124181X Spdng Seat Cpmn 2 250 BIk Zi 21 153236 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A 17490616 Screw Thdml 3/8-16 X 1Ty-lt 22 STD541431 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1X 14 Ga 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga. 155925 PanPntSeat(blk) 25 127018X - BoltShoulder5/16-18X62 120068X Knob Seat 1/2-13 Unc BIk NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inch- esl inch = 25.4 mm 42
DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KEY NO. 1 3 4 5 6 3 / 4 10 PART NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 156368 Decal, Oper. Instr. 10 156439 163200 Decal, Hood, R.H. 12 146046 163202 Decal, Hood, L.H. 14 160396 163207 Decal, Fender Sd White 20 149516 Rad/6sp 42" 21 138047 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 138311 163263 Decal, Dash Pnl Kohler 16.5 -- 154515 Ohv - - 154516 163203 Decal, Deck EZ3/Mulch Srs - - 163484 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 163485 Decal, Fender Danger Decal, V-Bell Drive Schematic Decal, V-Beff, Schematic Decal Battery DngdPsn Eng Decal, Battery Diehard Sears Decal, Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. 1 59192 1 """-"_"-I .... 2 65139 .... 2 _ S,8 3 106_?.2X 4,10 4 59904 106732X427 278H 9040H 8 106108X427 9 122082X 10 7152J 11 104757X - - 144334 DESCRIPTION Cap Value "1i re Stem Value Tire Front Tube Front Tire (Not Provided, Service Item Only Rim Front F'_ng Grease (Front Wheel o_) Bea_.g Range (Front Whe_ On_ Rim Rear Tire Rear Tube Rear Tire (Not Provided, Sercle Item Only Cap Axle Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 LIFT ASSEMBLY 28 27 25 24 23 13 13 19 13 f 32 13 49 30 3 \ 26 .I / ,/ /' ,/ 1' / / 5 4 20 15 44
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 UFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger LT 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove 4 120(X)062 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32xl x21Ga. 6 120183X Bearing Nylon 7 125631X Grip Handle Ruted 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Unk Lift Lh Fixed Length 12 139866 Link Lift Rh Fixed Length 13 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 15 127218 Unk Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric 17 130171 Trunnion BIk _mc 18 73800800 LockNut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2o13 UNC 19 139868 Arm, Suspension Rear 20 STD624008 Retainer Spring 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 25 2876H Spring 2-1/8" 25 76020308 Pin Cotter 3/32 x 1/2 27 126971X Rod Adjust Lift Zinc 7.49 Wrk 28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16unc 29 138057 Knob Inf 3/8-16unc BIk W/Syn 30 150233 Trunnion Infin Height 31 140302 Bearing, Pivot, Lift Spheric.!!. .... 32 73540600 Nut, Cmwnlock 3/8-24 49 145212 Nut Hex Range Lock 50 110452X Nut Push Phos & O=1 NOTE: A!l component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 4s
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 MOWER DECK 58 17 ,_-21 21 22 '23 24 _2 26 16 13_ 18 _11 \ 28 \ 27 46
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 40 41 43 44 45 46 48 49 5O 51 52 53 54 55 155046 Arm, Idler 144393 Mower Housing 56 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Bolt 56 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Front 67 162113 Knob Custom Oval 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 68 144200 V-Belt STD624008 Retainer Spdng 71 142427 Rod, Clutch, Pdmary, with Nibs 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 72 131870 Spdng, Return 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 73 127847 Arm, Clutch, Secondary 8 74 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 STD551137 Washer, Lock Gauge 140296 Washer, Hardened 75 12000029 Ring, Klip 134149 Blade, Mulching 76 128903 Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x 129895 Bearing, Ball 1.44 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 77 127845 Keeper, Spdng Vented (Includes Key Number 78 160570 LeverAsm. Clutch Pd PIm 6) STLT 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 79 127498 Bushing, Large, Brass 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 80 153"101 Spdng, Mower Clutch 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 81 STD541237 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Une 72110610 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 82 142028 Trunnion, Adj. STD533106 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 83 12O958X Washer Sintered 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 84 156084 Keeper Belt Idler 159770 Baffle, Vortex 85 72140618 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 92 STD541437 Nut 134753 Stiffener Bracket 101 136420 Mulcher Cover 131267 Bracket, Deflector 102 71161010 Screw 105304X Cap, Sleeve 103 19061216 Washer #10 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 104 STD551110 Washer, Lock 110452X Nut, Push 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger 130968 Shield, Deflector 106 2029J Nut, Weld 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 111 155197 Bracket, Gauge, Whee_ LH. Gauge 112 155198 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H. 131491 Rod, Hinge 113 17490512 ScrewThdro_ 5/16-18x3/4 157722 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 114 STD541431 Nut, Hax, Keps 5/16-18UNC 129963 Washer, Spacer 115 72110504 Bolt, Carriage 5/16UNCx1/2 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 116 137644 Bolt, Shoulder 137266 Nut, Toplock, Ranged 117 133957 Wheel, Gauge STD533717 Bolt 118 73930600 Nut, Centedock 3/8-16 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 119 STD551037 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 121 143723 Bracket STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 128 153390 ---Washer Felt Gauge 4. 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 133551 Rod, Pivot, with Nibs Gr. 5 140083 Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with 131 STD533710 Bo_t, RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC Nibs x 1 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 132 19132203 Spacer, Washer 13/321.D. x1- STD624003 Retainer 3/80.D. x 114 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20x5/8 141 3255H WasherThrust.75x1.233 133944 Washer, Hardened - - 130794 MandrelAssembly (Includes 155066 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Key Numbers 8-10,12-15, 31 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 and 32) STD541410 Locknut - - 145411 Mower Deck, Complete 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC (Standard Deck, Order 131845X900 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Separately Mulcher Plate and 133943 Washer, Hardened Gauge Wheel Components, Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-121) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inchas 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-122 2O 21 22 24 47 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 DANA TRANSAXLE-- MODEL NUMBER D4360-122 KEYPART KEYPART NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO. 1 160955 Housing, Upper 37 2231J 2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 3 134400 Ball, Detent 38 160944 4 105904X Spdr_, Detent 39 124639X 5 160940 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X 40 120472X .482 41 105928X 6 134788 Assy, Kit, Shifter 42 161565 7 108727X V-Ring 43 134394 8 120951X Puck, Friction 44 120473X 9 148266 Bearing, Flange 45 160942 10 2225J Ring, Retaining 46 142678 11 134793 Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 47 124641X 12 143697 Gear, Spur, 15T 48 106589X 13 120415X Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X 49 120408X .046 50 105937X 14 142674 Key, Woodruff, No. 9 51 2226J 15 161563 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 16 161564 Pinion, Bevel, 12T 52 134401 17 105909X Ring, Retaining 53 2264J 18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 19 148269 Seal, Oil 54 16G94G 20 160943 Gear, Spur, 12T 55 160947 21 138248 Collar, Clutch 56 160948 22 138238 Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys 57 110071X 23 148255 Bearing, Flange 58 120952X 24 143673 Shaft, Intermediate 59 160949 25 2244J Key, Woodruff, No. 61 60 160950 26 105916X Ring, Retaining 61 160951 27 120470X Sprocket, 18T 62 120961X 28 110070X Spacer, 1.131 X 1.45 X .494 63 7294J 29 142677 Gear, Spur, 37T 64 108989X 30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35T 65 160952 31 124644X Gear, Spur, 30T 66 120954X 32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 67 160953 33 120406X Gear, Spur, 22T 68 138244 34 134796 Gear, Spur, 19T 69 108996X 35 105925X Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37 X .061 70 160954 38 2228J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X 71 73810500 .046 72 120416X DESCRIPTION Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .031 Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T & 30T Shaft, Idler Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755 Sprocket, ST Gear, Bevel, 36T Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft Shaft, Drive Cover, Detent Gear, Spur, 12T Gear, Spur, 20T Gear, Spur, 25T Gear, Spur, 28T Gear, Spur, 31T Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .060 Washer, Neoprene Washer, Plain, .758 X i.25 X .031 Axle, LH Gear, Miter, 12"1", Splined Ring, Retaining Gear, Spur, 32T Shaft, Cross Gear, Miter, 12T, Idler Axle, RH Housing, Lower Puck, Friction Disc, Brake Spacer, Brake Puck Jaw, Brake Pin, Dowel Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 X 2.35 -_ Lever, Actuating Washer, Plain, .321 X 1.00 X .055 Bracket, Anti-Rotation Nut, Lock, 5/16-24 Grease NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. Inches 1 Inch = 25A mm 49
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J 2_ /-2 20--0 CRANKCASE ] 15 5O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CYLINDER H EADNALVE/BREATHER KEYPART NO.NO. CRANKCASE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 12-351-02 12-755-63 12-411-01 12-041-10 12-017-01 12-017-02 12-016-01 12-016-02 X-75-23 12-318-19 25-186-01 12-599--03 M-0640034 12-089-01 12-173-01 12-755-03 12-468-05 12-112-13 12-086-15 X-425-9 12-326-03 M-0645020 12-096-07 M-0545010 12-018-01 12-402-02 KEYPART DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION Lifter, valve (2) 1 Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3-17) 2 Rod, push (2) 3 12-445-02 Gasket, cylinder head 4 M-0839025 Valve, intake (Std.) 5 12-380-17 Valve, intake (25) 6 12-755-49 Valve, exhaust (Std.) 7 12-089-18 Valve, exhaust (25) 8 12-422-08 Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8 12-422-O9 Cylinder Head 12-422-10 Arm, rocker (2) 12-422-11 Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422-12 Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x34 (2) 12-422-13 Spring, valve (2) 12-422-07 Cap, valve spring (2) 9 12-144-19 Kit, retainer (2) 10 12-874-07 Washer, plain 13/32 Spacer, head bolt exhaust port 12-874-08 Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x81 (5) 12-874-09 Clamp, bose (2) 11 12-018-02 Hose, breather 12 12-108-07 Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20 (5) 12-108-08 Cover, valve w/nipple 12-108-09 Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8xl0 13 12-067-05 Retainer, breather reed 12-067-06 Reed, breather 14 12-380-01 15 12-O43-05 16 M-0631005 17 12-144-02 18 52-139-09 19 12-755-64 20 12-144-24 21 X-25-102 22 12-032-01-'" 23 SM-0631015 24 12-154-05 12-032-03 Seal, crankshaft Block, cylinder (Use Short Block 12 522 18) Strap, lifting Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x25 Dowel, locating (4) _t, camshaft (tncludes 7-8) Spr_j, actuaUng Shim, camshaft-blue Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red Shim, camshaft (A.R.) yeBow Shim, camshaft (A.R.) green Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white Shaft, balance Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (Includes 11-12) Piston w/Ring Set {25) Piston w/Ring Set (.50) Retainer, p_on pin (2) Ring Set (S_.) Ring Set (25) Ring Set (.50) Connec_g Rod (SU.) Connecting Red (25) Pin, governor regulating Gear, governor assembly Washer, plain 6ram Shaft, governor gear Plug, cup Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip (Indudes 20,24) Shaft, govamor cross washer, plain 1/4 Seal, governor cross shaft Washer. plain 6ram Clip, hitch pin 51
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 IGNITION / ELECTRICAL I _ I-- 10 12 20_._ AIR INTAKE I 1-8 4--1;_r BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I 4 5 _, $ 13 1--_, m/_13 11 52
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEYPART NO.NO. DESCRIPTION 1 12-086-14 2 12-468-03 3 24-162-03 4 M-0639016 5 12-112-01 6 12-157-03 7 41-403-09 8 X-22-11 9 236602 10 X-42-15 11 12-025-35 12 41-155-02 13 M-0548025 14 12-085-01 15 12-132-02 16 X-728-1 17 M-0545010 18 12-584-07 19 12-452-02 20 12-086-35 21 M-0461013 22 12-584-06 NOT ILLUSTRATED 25-518-29 25-518-05 12-176-31 X-25-5 12-155-02 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.Sx46 Washer, plain 3/8 Screen, grass Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (6) Spacer, fan (4) Fan Regulator, rectifier Washer, lock (2) Connector Key Flywheel Connector (4 contact) Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 (2) Stetor assembly- 15 amp Spark Plug Clip, cable (2) Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 (2) Module, ignition Terminal Screw, hex. socket M5xO.8x20 (2) Screw, pan head M4.2x13 (2) Module, speed advance Lead Lead Harness Washer, plain 5/16" Connector BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEYPART NO.NO. DESCRIPTION 1 M-0545010 Screw, he:<. flange M5x0.8xl0 (8) 2 24-468-10 Washer, plain 1/4 3 12-146-07 Plate, blower housing 4 M-0645020 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0(20 5 24-096-05 Cover, pinion 6 220534 Washer, plain 5/16 (2) 7 12-027o54 Housing, blower 8 12-06305 Baffle, intake side 9 25-154-02 Clip, mounting (3) 10 SM-0545020 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8(20 (3) 11 M-0645016 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (2) 12 12-063-O8 Baffle, cylinder head 13 12-063-01 Baffle, cylinder AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION KEYPART NO.NO. DESCRIPTION 1 25-341-03 Knob, air cleaner cover 2 12-096-24 Cover, air cleaner 3 12-083-08 Precleaner, element 4 12-100-01 Wing Nut 5 12-083-05 Element, air cleaner (Includes 8) 6 12-032-10 Seal 7 12-094-12 Base, air cleaner (Includes 8-9) 8 12-072-03 Stud M6x1.0x75 9 12-086-01 Screw, hex. cap #10 Hi-Lo thread forming (2) 10 12-041-02 Gasket, aircleaner NOT ILLUSTRATED 12-113-53 Decal, air cleaner 53
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 STARTING SYSTEM J 3_ @ o o ENGINE CONTROLS I to 2 OIL PAN I LUBRICATION I ,_ _-: ,, O mt$ 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 STARTING SYSTEM KEYPART NO. NO. ENGINE CONTROLS KEYPART DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 M-0839070 25-O98-O5 12-755-54 12-227 -06 12-170-05 12-221-01 12-227-13 12-211-01 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 (2) Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) Kit, drive end Cap, drive end Armature Kit, brush & spr_j Cap, commutator end Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4-5/8 (2) OIL PAN/LUBRICATION DESCRIPTION 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 12-038-01 25-755-13 12-153-03 12-153-02 12-123-04 SM-0545020 12-153-01 25-162-07 12-096-03 M-0545016 25-462-09 X-75-2 12-050-01 X-75-10 12-393-01 12-153-06 12-096-34 M-0545016 12-032-03 24-086-16 24-086-17 12-199-38 Dipstick assembly (Includes 2- 3) Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3) O-Ring, oil fill cap O-Ring, upper oil fill tube Tube, oil fill Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 O-Ring, lower oil fill tube Screen, oil pickup Cover, oil pickup screen Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 Valve, oil pressure relief Plug, pipe Filter, oil Plug, sq. hal. solid 3/8 Pump, oil assembly O-Ring, oil pump cover Cover, oil pump Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx16 (3) Seal, _'1 (P.T.O. end) Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x45 (11) Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 Pan, oil 1 12-079-07 2 12-237-01 3 M-0664620 4 M-0545016 5 12-536-10 6 M-0443020 7 12-089-11 8 12-089-23 9 12-089-24 10 12-755-83 11 12-100-07 12 52-211-04 13 12-090-26 14 25-158-11 15 12079-01 16 25-158-08 Unkage, choke Clamp, cable Screw. lobed socket M6xl.0x20 (2) Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x16 Control, speed assembly (includes 6,8,9?) Screw, pan head M4xO.7x20 Spdng, speed control (2) Spring, choke return Spring, govemor Kit, governor lever (Includes 11- 13) Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 Bolt, round head Lever, governor Bushing, throttle linkage Linkage, throttle Bushing, linkage retaining 55
KEY NO. TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 PART KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION C_N_HA_ J 2 --1 EXHAUST I --1 3m_ FUEL SYSTIEM I _1 /" ,,/13 m14 56
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271110 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 KEY PART NO. NO. KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION FUEL SYSTEM KEYPART NO.NO. 1 M-0641060 3 X-22-11 4 M-0629116 5 12-853-83 6 12-041-02 7 12-053-83 8 12-041-01 9 12-265-04 11 X-309-14 12 52-353-22 13 25-050-02 15 12-559-01 24 12-431-01 NOT ILLUSTRATED 12-757-02 12-757-03 12-041-O1 12-041-02 12-041-05 12`041-06 12-032-06 12-757-09 12-041-06 CRANKSHAFT KEYPART DESCRIPTION NO.NO. Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 1 12-014-37 Washer, star 1/4 2 12-139-01 Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) Kit, carburetor w/gasket EXHAUST (Includes 6,7,8 qty 1) Gasket, air cleaner KEYPART Carburetor assembly NO.NO. (For information only not available separately) 1 25-072-04 Gasket, carburetor (2) 2 12-041-03 Deflector, heat 4 12-126-11 Clamp, hose (2) 5 12-445-06 Une, fuel 12" 6 M-0645025 Filter, fuel Kit, fuel pump w/gaskets 12-522-18 (Includes 16-18) 12-755-82 Sleeve, insulating float Kit, carburetor repair Gasket, carburetor Gasket, air cleaner Gasket, bowl Gasket, bowl screw Seal, solenoid Kit, solenoid Gasket, bowl screw DESCRIPTION Crankshaft (Includes 2) Plug, cup DESCRIPTION Stud (2) Gasket, exhaust manifold Bracket, muffler Strap, tiffing Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x25 (2) Short Block Gasket Set 57
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL O1 t.O SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. 1 Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gredu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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