Craftsman 917.271641 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual ICRnFT MRWI 16.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No 917.271641 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en- gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................ : ............... 11 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18 Service and Adjustments .................... 22 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Repair Parts ............... _ ........................ 34 Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters. • Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine. • Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. • Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami- nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its purchase date. • Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War- ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN- HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT t-800-4-MY-HOME This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet end throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. • Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. • Tum off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower- related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide ob- stacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly tum over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. 3
IlL CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • 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. IV. SERVICE • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. -Use only an approved container. - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. -Never refuel the machine indoors. - Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. • Never run a machine inside a closed area. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects'to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never car_ children. They may fa_t off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for hexes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. 4
,, Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. _kLook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!H BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. • k, CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. _k CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. _i,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. _kWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 5
PRODUCTSPECIFICA_ONS G_,SOLINE CAPACITY ANDTYPE: OILTYPE _,PI-SFoSj): 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32"F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED FORWARD:5.2 (MPH): REVERSE: 2.7 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 12 PSI CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25 MIN, CCA: 190 CASE SIZE: U 1R BLADE SOLT 27-35 FT, LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new 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 a Sears or other qualified service center, We have competent, weIFtrained 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". REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- ing, caring for and using your tractor, • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- nance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual. WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). if a spark arrester is 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 service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). 6
Steering Wheel Insert .C) ](1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steerin!_ Boot Steering Wheel (1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 _ Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Extension Shaft Seat (_Washer _17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 1) Knob Slope Sheet Keys Video Cassette 7
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) Pliers (2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. 2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four comers of carton, and lay panels flat. 3. Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR FROM SKID A'I-rACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/!6 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely. 2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. 4. Remove steedng wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension. 5. Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. Shaft 6. Assemble large ftat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. 7. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. 8. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid. HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR CHECK BATrERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-t0 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). 8
Label Batter Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1, Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2, Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan. 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reeched which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. 8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. \ Seat Pan_. Bolt Flat NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. 3. Place freewheel control in freewheel- ing position to disengage transmis- sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). 4. Roll tractor forward off skid. 5. Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor. TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. 3. Place freewheel control in "transmis- sion engaged" position. 4. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. 5. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 6. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 7. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. 8. Release parking brake. 9. Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid. 10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position. 1 1.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. 9
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. Mulcher Deflector \f/ Plate Shield Latch /% _kCAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield frOm mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are de- signed for discharging and bagging also. CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake Is property adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. I/CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product. Please review the following checklist: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/NO remaining loose parts in carton. v" Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum t hour at 6 amps). ,/' Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). ,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/" Check widng. See that all connections are still secure and wires are preperly clamped. ,I Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position. While teaming 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 location 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). 10
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATrE BY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE A LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP lr LIGHT ! MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED r_"l R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED @@@@@ KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNtTION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) 11
KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control Ignition Switch Light Switch Lift Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Pedal Height Adjustment Indicator Freewheel Control Parking Broke Lever Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates charging ( ) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH -Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/ brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages transmission for pushing 12
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 1. Depress clutch'brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold, 2. Place parking brake lever in "EN- GAGED" position and retease pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure, Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition "Engaged" Posit_ / Key _{( J[_. / "Disengaged" - _ _ . . Position Throttie/ _ _p,, .. Choke _ I _ _L,_,_ ;-.arKmg Con_ol _ _\ ', _/; .Brake ,, _"-'_, _'> /Engaged Clutch/ "_ _ \ _LJ Position B rakepedal{"_i _ -- Disengaged uraKe Position Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move attach- ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion contro! lever does not return to neutral (N) position ' when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged, (dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. _,CAUTIOI_ Always stop tractor com- pletely, as aescribed above,before leaving the operator's position; to empty TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever. 1. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Release parking brake and clutch/ brake pedal. 3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending ul_on soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. 13
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO 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. 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment 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 deflector shield in place. Attachment Attachemnt Lever "Engaged" High Position / : Position Position Position Deflector TO OPERATE ON HILLS A_CAUTION: Do not drive up or do.wq hills with slopes greater than 15 0 ana ao not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free whee_ control is Ioc_,ted at the rear drawbar of tractor. 1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. 2. Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on e truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATrACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy o{ a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. 14
BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL Th.e engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filred with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If neces- sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manuar). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. Oil Fill Cap/ Dipstick ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline, Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting, a_coWARNING: Experience indicates that hol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. _iL 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 starling 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. f. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position, 2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 3. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 4. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- GAGED" position. 5. Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 6, Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) 7, 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) 7'. 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 position, This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depend- ing on the temperature. 15
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows: 1, Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 2, Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position. 3, Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up. 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. PURGETRANSMISSION _iCAUTION: Never engage or disen- gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor. 1. Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. 2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in fraewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. 4. Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times. NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system. 5. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- off engine and set . parking brake. 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (I/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disen- gage clutch/brake pedal. 8. Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control It_ver three (3) times. Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation. 16
MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu- tion of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by tuming to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one ortwo rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings, Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. MULCHING MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicu- lar 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. Max 1/3" 17
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation I1_ I1_ Check Tire pressure fl_ Check OperatOr Presence and JnledOCk System. I_ I Check for Lcose Fasteners if 11_7 If Sharpen/Replace Mower BLades I_ LubriCation Chat1 I_ I1_ CheCk Battery Lev_ Clear= Batte_ and Terminals _ IJ_ Check Transaxle Cooling _#/ A_st BLade Belt(s) Tension I_s AdjuSt Motion Drive Bell(s) Ter_on fl_! Cher:k Engine Oil Level _ I/ Change Engine Oil _2: I_ Clean Air Filte_ 1_2 Clean Air Screen _ I Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester ! Replace Oil Filter (If equipPed) I_ 2 Clean Engine Coogng Fins 1_2 I RepLace Spark Plug _ 14 f = Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2 ReplaCe Fuel Filter i. Chang,* more _ w_*n opet=ting u_d_r a h_,avy load or k_ high a,m_t t_,petalU_ 5. if _3uipp4KF wf, h =V4ustab_ Syl'_r_ 2 - S_ice rca_ of;en when oj_*taU_,l in dJdy or du, let coPA U,_ _. NOl r_rld P; _k_ wfRt ma,,nt,.*eat_l f r q* beHl_/ 3 - !l ,.,quIpp d wr#, ca 9t, t r c_ o_ *very 5O ho,_ 7. Tl_ln fm,_t a_ p_v_4 bo_ to 35 tt. 4_'_ ma_m_m 4. Rep_ _ades mo_ o_n w_ n mewing in e._ noy =o4 [30 not ov caghl_n. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not _? Spindle-,,--_ cover items that have been subjected to Zerk ,, ';-_{ operator abuse or negligence. To receive _L_ full value from the warranty, operator must _,_=_'_ maintain tractor as instructed in this /;':- manual. <_:Front Wheel ,- Some adjustments will need to be made Bearing periodically to properly maintain your Zerk /""_/ tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should <;t Engine/ .'_,, ' be checked at least once each season. = , • Once a year you should replace the i spark plug, clean or replace air filter, i and check blades and belts for wear. A : . i new spark plug and clean air filter ,, __, assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check brake operation. 3. Check tire pressure. 4. Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper opera- tion. 5. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART _ _? SzPeinrkdle -I ([:Front Wheel :======' i BeadngZerk , (I_SA E 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL _2_REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION IMPORTANT: DO not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating beadngs. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 18
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when • performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Sewice and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly, If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL 1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. 2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. 3. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT= To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly Blade Center Hole Flat Washer Lock Washe Hex Bolt *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal- ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. / Blade BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. 19
• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or chocking level of erectrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "_eak" power. t. Open battery box door. 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. 3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 5. Coat terminals with grease or petro- leum jelly. 6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BA'I"I'ERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-baits for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan b_des are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxie. Should the transaxie ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. NOTE" Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°E Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible enjine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable conteiner. 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. 2. Remove cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. 3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the end of the drain valve. 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. 2O
Oil Drain Valve "-Closed _Dram Tube and Cap_ CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. 1. Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. 2. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt. 3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. 4. To reassemble, reverse above procedure. Blower Housing Spark Coo Ing __- , Fins __lf Plug AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Remove knob(s) and cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. 3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. 4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. 5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner. 6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. 7. Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 1. Remove cartridge nut. 2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor. 3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on fiat surface. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s). iMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge. Cover - _. Knob Cartridge Nut !3 _:_ Paper Foam Prs-._'._ Cartridge Cleaner _L._...Bas e MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required. 1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. 2. Place new fuel filter in position in fue[ line with arrow pointing towards carburetor. 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are propedy positioned. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. remove excess oil. 21
" Fuel ) / CLEANING Clean en_line, battery, seat, finish, etc. i of fore=gn matter. all Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/broke pedal fully and set parking brake, 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position, 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. 1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- GAGED" position. 2. Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. 3. Roll belt off engine pulley. 4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. 5. Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket. 6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spdng. 7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. 8. Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. Small Retainer Spdng Clutch 9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame. TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2, Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor. 3, Lower lift lever to its lowest position. 4, Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Suspension Arms • _ Link Anti-Swa (Both Sides) Housing Guide Large Retainer Spdng 22
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tlr_s are propedy inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIF)CATtONS" section of this manual)• If tires are over or underinflated, you willnot properly adjust your mower. • SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of eacl_ other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift _ink adjuslment nut on that s_de. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. Bottom edge of Bottom edge of mower to mower to ground _ ground 7 ]--A @ \_ Susper#sion Arm Adjustment FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the folrowing front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equalty so mower will stay level side-to-side• To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor• Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front finks are equal in length, Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F' from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equa_ number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links• • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. % Mandrel Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Nut "F"_ Nut "E _ 23
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 - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - 4. Install new belt in reverse order of removal. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 6. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Mandrel Idler Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted• 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake• 2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. 3. If distanceis other than t-g/16", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut against nut "A". 4. 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 a Sears or other qualified service center. With Parking Brake "Engaged" AITn Do Not touch this nut, If further brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake• For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. 1, Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2, Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. 4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. 5. Install new belt by reversing above procedure. Engine Pulley Clutching Idler -- Stationary Idler _. Transmission Input Pulley_ 24
TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. 2. Start engine and move motion control fever until tractor does not move forward or backward. 3. Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off. 4. While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. 5. Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. 6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps: 1. Loosen the adjustment bolt. 2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep. 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Start engine and test. 5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. Neutral Motion Control Lever Lock Gate Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAIJREPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- ' MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe- in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Washers Retaining _ f_l_ Ring \ /\ Square Key ---'-"- (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY _,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around battedes. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cabl_" are used for emergency stading, follow thLs procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other veh.ical must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. 25
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to {he POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis• 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Positive Terminal Negative Terminal REPLACING BATTERY _CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding• 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 3. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 4. First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. 5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely• 6. Close battery box door. Seat Pan I Bakery Door_ i! _,_ Box [_ Positive (Red) Cable Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorty, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY 1, Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector, 3. Stand in front of tractor, Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. To repla(_e, reverse above procedure. _,L L Hood i I i i _ "/ Headlight Wire • / o_ , Connector 26
ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and sys- tems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establish- ment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position. 2. Check that holes "A" in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line-up. If holes "A" are net aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely. Governor . Control Lever Governor Control Plate Holes "A "_ Clamp Screw Cable TO ADJUST CARBURETOR 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. The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, fuming idle mixture valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine gMng a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter- clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine gMng a richer fueVair mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight. PRELIMINARY SETTING - 1. Air cleaner assembly must be as- sembled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments. 2. Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). FINAL SE'I-rlNG - 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Move throttle control lever to slow position. With finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM. 3. While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then counterclockwise until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions. Re- lease throttle lever. 27
ACCELERATION TEST - 4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if neces- sary, until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed, Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-govemed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. Idle Speed S_rew Idle Mixture Valve _ with Lirniter 28
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the s, eason or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more, • I, CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • 1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte- nance section of this manual. 4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. 5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; 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 "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI- NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces• ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposites from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Atse, experience indicates that a_cohot 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 and engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container• Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER(S) 1. Remove spark plug(s). 2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug(a). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems• • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture• Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows conden- sation to form and will cause your tractor to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Willnotstart Hard to start Enginewill not turn over Engine clicks but will not start CAUSE 1, Out of fuel, 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly, 3. Engine flooded, 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty air filter, 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed 2. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Blown fuse. 5. Corroded battery terminals, 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faurty solenoid or starter. 9. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Weak or dead battery. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Threttle in "CHOKE" position. 3O CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4, Replace spark plug. 5. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Replace fuel filter. 7. Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 8. Check all widng. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 10.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center, 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Replace spark plug. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuel filter. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 6. Check all wiring. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Depress clutchibreke pedal. 2. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Recharge or replace battery. _,. Replace fuse. 5. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check aU wiring. 7. Check/replace ignition switch. B. Check/reprace solenoid or starter. 9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Recharge or replace battery. 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Check all wiring. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed. 2. Adjust throttle control.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM LOSS of power continued) Excessive vibration Enginecontinues to run when operator leaves seat with. attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven CAUSE CORRECTION 3. Build-up of gross, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10.Spark plug wire loose. 11. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13. Loose or damaged widng. 14.Carburetor out of adjustment. 15. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3, Loose/damaged part(s). I 1. Faulty operotor-safety presence control system. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10.Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 1 t.Clean engine air screen/ fins. 12.Clean/replace muffler. 13.Check all wiring. 14. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 15.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged pads. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 5, Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 31
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" CAUSE 1. Engine speed too slow. 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Blades improperly installed. 10.Improper blades used. 11.Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Switch is "OFF". 2. Bulb(s) burned out. 3. Faulty light switch. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Blown fuse. 1. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Poor cable connections. 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Faulty alternator. 1. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position. 2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing. 1. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOV¢' position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. 1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall brades sharp edge down. 10.Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11.Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec- tions. 5. Reprace fuse. 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connec- tions. 3. Replace regulator. 4. Replace alternator. 1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position. 2. Replace motion ddve belt. 3. Purge transmission. 1. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine. 32
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 BAKERY AMMETER __(OPTIONAL) GL_ At( IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH RED I I _o FUSE , 1_ _Ii_ - _ _ _ _ S_K , i STARTER "_'_ ', 0 ', 04----_ I '- - : --' _ I I SOLENO,D CWTOH,ORA,E 'PEOALfPf I [ SEAT SWITCH ...... (NOT OCCUPIED nt_CK i t _CK I r , o B_K _ ..... J ....... ATPMENT CLUTCH _CK (CLUTCH GROUNDING I (OPTIONAL) r J_ SPARK _K _ IGNITION _ PLUG GAP := - - _:OEL; _1. UNIT _ (2 PLUGS ON BL_ i LINE II TWI_ CYL. ENGINES I i I i CV_,_Na sYS_ O_T_JT 2e VO=TS Ac _;_ e :v, oo FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID _ _ i (IF SO EQUIPPED) I u -- _ SYS_M_ s _ Ace _o RPM DIODE , ALTERNATOR i NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS _ _._ _ __=,,_ EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BAKERY, BUT HAVE THEtR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. HEADLIGHTS BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM, AS TRE ENGINE IS NON-REMOVABLE SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. pOSI_ON ClRC_T =MAKE" OFF M G÷A1 NONE START B÷S At NONE RUN/LIGHT B÷AI A2 L RUN B÷At NONE o REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING 33
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,271641 ELECTRICAL 22 J I i q i i J_i p_i jjs i i i 29 34
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery 16 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-in 21 166182 Harness Asm Ught W/4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light #1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga "i 1" red 25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 26 175158 Fuse 20AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc " 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 29 121305X Switch Plunger NC Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key ;gn 40 170217 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Llnc x 1/2 42 131563 Cover TerminalRed 43 175141 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 12 207 54 52 55 57 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper HOCd/Dash 9 168337X019 Dast_ 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 1 t 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 12 145660 Clip TInnerman Gdlle P/L 13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R,H. 14 1749(_o05 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 144983X558 Hood Assembly 18 126938X Bumper Hood 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 ST[7041437 Nut 28 1567257.5.58 InSert Lens Reflective 29 155217X599 Lens, Grille 30 164918X558 Fend/Ftrest 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support 37 17490508 Screw ThdroJ 5/16-18 x 1/2 38 169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC 52 19091415 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 145201 Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/5 55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH 57 STD522507 Bolt, Fin Hex I/4-20 UNC x .75 60 72140606 Butt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/9016UNC 142 165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT 145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood 206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18Tr 207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt 208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 212 165919 Insert Lens - - 5479J Plug, Button NOTE: All component dimens_ons given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
I HAL; I UI'I - - MUUI-L NUNI_t-I'I _11 f.Z/1t)41 GROUND DRIVE i i 212 70 116 53 3O 38
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ...... Transmission (See Breakdown) 66 154778 Keeper, Bell Engine Hydro Hydro Gear Model 322-0510 70 134683 Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH 8 165866 Rod, Shift 71 169183 Strap, Torque, Lh 10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 73 169182. Strap, Torque, Rh 14 STD551125 Washer LOck 1/4 74 137057 Spacer, Axle 15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 16 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC 76 12000001 Ring, E 19 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 77 123583X Key, Square 21 136564 Knob 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 22 169498 Rod, Brake 81 165596 Shaft Asm cross 24 73350600 Nut 82 165711 Spring, Torsion 25 106888X Spdng, Rod, Brake 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 84 169843 UnkTransaxle 27 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 89 16489OX428 Console, Shift 28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 90 124346X Nut Self-Thd Wshd 1/4 29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 95 170201 Control Asm Bypass Hydro 30 174973 Bracket, Transmission 96 STD624003 Spdng, Retainer 1" 32 74760512 Bolt Hex 5/1 6-18 UNC x 3/4 103 73940800 Nut, Hex Jam ToploCk 1/2-20 34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal UNF 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 116 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1 36 19211616 Washer 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/6-16 37 1572H Pin, Roll 150 175456 SpacerRetainer 38 165936 Pulley, Composite, Flat 151 1913.3210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 39 74760648 Bolt 156 16600_ Washer 5/16 x 1.6 x 1.25 40 175461 Spacer, Split 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount 41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 159 165494 HubTaperedFlangeShift 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 161 72140406 B_t Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5 47 127783 Pulley, idler, V-Belt 162 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc 48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Drustl 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 x 1 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga. 50 STD523715 Bott 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever 51 STD541437 Nut 166 166880 Screw 5/16 x 1.0 x .125 52 S317a41431 NutCrownlock 5/16-28 168 165492 BoftShoulder5/16-18x.561 53 105710X Link, Clutch 169 165580 Plate FastenerCross Shaft 55 105709X Spdng, Return, Clutsh 197 169613 Nyliner SnapJn 56 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 198 169593 Washer Nyllner 57 140294 V-Belt, Ddve 199 169612 Boft Shoulder 5/16-1g Unc 59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center 200 72140508 Bolt RdHd Sqnk 61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5/16-18 Unc x 1 62 8883R Cover, Pedal 2G_ 72110612 Bo_tCarr. Sh 3/6-16x1-1/2Gr. 5 63 175410 Pulley, Engine 205 19171616 Washer 17/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 64 71170764 BogHex 7/16x4Gr. 5 212 145212 NutHexFlangeLock 65 10040700 Washer NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm 39
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 STEERING ASSEMBLY j-_ L • - __ :LI) , , | , , "'-LLL_-- L'--:: "" 4O
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 SteedngWheel 2 154427 Axle Assembly STM P Dropped STL 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8 120000_9 Ring, Klip 9 3366R Bearing, Steedng Column 10 175121 Draglink 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock 13 136518 Spacer Beadng Axle Front 15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange LOCk 17 177876 Shaft AsSembly, Steering 26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/6 x 16 Gauge 29 1706_612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 30 STD561210 Pin Cotter 32 130465 Rod,Tie 36 155099 Bushing, Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 _nsed, Steering Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge 40 ST_o41537 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf 41 100711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42 1450.54X428 Boot, Steedng Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT 46 121232X Cap, Spindle 47 68,._5M Fi_ng, Grease 51 ST0541431 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-16 UNC 54 74780520 Bblt Fin Hex 5/16-16 UNC x 1-1/4 63 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/3-16 UNC x 1Gr 5 65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle 67 72140618 Bblt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 68 169827 Axle, Brace 71 175146 Steedng Asm, 82 169835 Bracket Susp, Chassis Front 85 133835 Fastener ChdstmssTree 88 175116 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 91 175553 Clip Steering NOTE: All component dimensions _ven in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271641 3 72 81 62 J 13 4 i 33 4O 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 14 78 42
ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170545 Control Throt/Ch 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 ........ Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs Model 310707-0137-E1 4 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 13 165291 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 148456 Tube Drain oil easy 16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 23 169837 Shield Browning/Debris Guard 29 137180 Arrestor Spark 31 1092GP_X Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr 32 158990 Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented 33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk 37 137040 Line Fuel2O' 38 148315 Plug drain oil easy 40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line 44 17490412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4 45 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 46 19091416 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga 62 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16 72 71070512 Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4 78 17(To06_0 Screw 3/8-16x1-1/4 81 73510400 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE; All component dimenslor_ given in U.S. incheS 1 inch = 25,4 mm 43
I HA(.; I UH - - MUUI:;L NU MI_I- H 917.271541 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/bik Craftsman 13 121248x 2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412 3 71110616 BOlt Fin Hex 3/6-16unc X 1 15 134300 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 16 121250X 5 145006 Clip Push In Hingecl 17 123976X 6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 21 171852 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 259 SIk ZI 22 STD541431 5 17000616 Screw 3/6-16 X 1 24 19171912 9 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X 10 174894 Pan Pnt Seat (blk) 11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-1/2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spdng Cprsn 1 27 SIk Pnt Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/1 6-18 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga. Bo4t Shoulder 5/1 6-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensJons given In U.S. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 44
DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 13 12 10 2O KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 156811 2 171761 3 171696 4 171697 6 133644 7 177253 8 172331 9 163204 10 156439 12 146O46 13 177269 Decal, Oper. Instr. 14 160_96 Decal, V-Belt SchernaUc Decal, Replacement 15 176677 Decai,Englne Decal, Hood, R.H. 20 149516 Decal Battew Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Hood, LH. - - 169210 Decal, By-Pass Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 13831"1 Decal, Lift Handle Decal Hood Side LT1000 -- 165800X428 Pad FoOtrest LH STLT Decal, Deck -- 165799)(428 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal Fender, Craftsman - - 178182 Owner's Manual, English Decal, Fender Danger - - 178183 Owners Manual, Spanish Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic Decal, Dash Panel WHEELS &TIRES 5,8 4,10 11 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 59192 Cap Value Tire 65139 Stem Value 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 O - 6 Service 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"front Whfte Service 278H FitgngGrease 9040H BeadngFlange 106108X427 RIrnn Asrn 8"rear White Service 1062.68X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 6 Service 104757)(428 Cap Axle BIk 1 56 X 1 CO 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches 1 inch = 25.4 rnm 45
I i-I_t_ I un " - iVI_K.SI_f- INtt.XlVl D_.rl _ I I ,_1 I fDq} I LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 5 / / / 13 2 3 6 19 13 32 13 31 _ 32 "/ 13 19 2O 20 15 46
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove 4 1200(]002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 6 120183X Beadng Nyk)ng 7 125631X Grip Harldle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Read 11 139865 Link Asm Lilt L.H. 12 139866 Link Asrn Lift R.H. 13 STD624(X)8 Retainer Spdng 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 17 130171 Trunnion BIk Zinc 18 73800800 Nut LOCk wPAtsh 1/2-13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 31 169865 Beadng, Pvt. Lift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component dimensions _ven In U.S. inctles 1 inch = 25,4 mm 47
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 MOWER DECK 153 1_4 44 i_" _ ! _-145 56_ ¢1 ! 59 148 .- i 32, ; i 30 i _'_ ' 102_ 34 "i_21 I i \ i 147 142 - i 106_'_ 102 103 105 , Sr I 16 t, o , _21 ' _.18 21 22 23 24 < s 28 _. 27 48
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 53 131845 2 STD533107 Bolt 54 133943 3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 55 155046 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 35/42" Deck 56 165723 5 STD624C08 Retainer Spdeg 59 141043 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 67 149846 8 850857 Bo_t, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 68 144959 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 9_ ST1_--o41437 10 140296 Washer, Hardened 101 136420 11 134149 Blade,Mulching 1(_ 71081010 13 137645 Shaft AsSembly, Mandrel, 103 19_61216 Vented (Insiudes Key 104 STD551110 Number 12) 1(35 160793 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 106 2029J 15 110485X Beat_P_j, Bal_, Mandr e_ 129 19131312 16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 130 STD523710 18 72140505 Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 19 132827 Bolt.Shoulder 131 STDSB3710 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 142 165890 21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16- t 8 UNC 143 157109 22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 144 158634 23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 145 165888 24 1 C6304X Cap, Sleeve 146 171977 25 123713X Spdng, Torsion, Deflector 147 1313,35 26 110452X Nut, Push 148 169022 27 130968X428 SMeld, Deflector 149 165898 28 19111016 Washer lt/32xS/8x16Ga. 150 19091216 29 131491 Bod,H_nge 151 169670 30 157722 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 152 169676 31 129963 Washer, Spacer 153 16.9674 32 153535 Pulley. Mandrel 154 169675 33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 155 169671 34 STD533717 Bolt 156 16_672 35 133835 Fastner, ChdstmasTree 157 169669 36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 158 17720410 37 STD551(_7 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 159 72140614 Gauge - - 130794 40 $3_541437 Nut Crownlock 3/fl-16 UNC 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 45 STD624003 Retainer - - 169583 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 48 133944 Washer, Hardened 49 174284 Rsitar Asssmb_y, Cam Follower 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 51 STD541410 Lecknut 52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC DESCRIPTION Arm ASSembly, Pad, Brake Washer, Hardened Arm, toler Spacer, Retainer Guard, TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval V-Be_t NUt Mulsher Cover Screw Washer #10 Washer, Lock Latch Assembly, Bagger Nut, Weld Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. Bolt. Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5 Ssit, Rdhd Sqnk 3/6-16UNC x 1 Arm Spdng Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bo_t Cardage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spdng Yellow 23nc Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch 42 In Washer Flat 3/8" Type B Spring Retainer Spdng Retenflon Lever Spacer RodClutch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 8-10, 13-16, 31 and 32) Mower Deck,Complete (Standard Deck, Order Separately Mulsher Plate and Gauge Wheel Components, Key Nos. 101-1O6and 111-121) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 49
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-0510 14_. 5O
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322o0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck 2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 61 142882 Puck Plate 3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 62 170409 Brake Actuating Pin 4 170354 Swashplate, TnJnion Macblned 63 170410 HFHCS 1/4-20X2 W/Patch, 5 169898 Block - Assembly . Spatial Flange 6 170355 Sealant 64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch 7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 65 170411 Spacer 8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 66 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias 9 170358 Shaft, Input 67 170413 SQ. HD. BOLT 5/1 6-24-Ribhed 10 170359 Ring - Retaining 68 170414 Arm, Brake 11 170360 Spacer 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 12 169870 Ring-Retaining 76 170416 Cotter Pin 5/32 X 3/4 13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 71 170417 Compression Spring Brake Anti- 14 173158 Ball Brg 17MM ID X 40MM OD X Drag 12MM 72 170419 Washer, HT .5 I.D. X 10.D. X 16 170362 Hex FLlange Head Screw 5/16- .032 24 X 0.75 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8 17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 O.D. 18 170364 Ann,Contrbl 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25 19 173159 Bearing, 30X52X 13 Thrust 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly, .027, 23 170365 Cheek Plug Assembly, Washer Washer 24 170366 Shaft, Motor1 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 Fdction Pack 27 170B67 Gear - Pinion, 13T 77 170422 Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975 28 170_o8 10T/48TGEAR 78 142969 Spdng, Helibl Comp 29 170369 Gear, lOT Jackshaft 79 142980 Spacer 30 170370 60T Bull Gear 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24 31 170_71 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 x .625 UNJF(Nylon Insert) 3_ 170389 Sleeve Bearing 81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack (Outboard).75X 1.750X.625 82 170424 Clip, Washer .316X 1.90X.1046 33 142991 Washer, 5/4 ID X 1-1/2 GO X (Plated) .13THK 83 161168 Pin, Standard Headless 34 17_ Lip Seal Axle Seal 84 170425 Fgting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube 35 17(]B91 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key,R.H.) 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank 36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key,LH.) 87 173160 Cap, Vent 37 150792 MiterGear(SPLtNED) 88 170428 Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2 38 150793 Miter Gear 15T (0,5 ID) 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge 39 160809 Shaft 93 170431 Spring Clip - Housing Thrust 40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retalblng 107 170432 Deflector 41 170G94 Pin, Jackshaft 108 170433 Washer,Motorshaft 42 170395 Magnet, Rling .711DX1.15ODX.(X30THK 43 170_396 Spring, Bypass 109 170434 Plug, Sae#6 44 150797 Hydro mtg Screw 5/8-24 X 2.5 111 170435 O-ring .67 x .301 I.D. Long 113 170437 Bracket, Sup,pod Expansion Tank 45 170397 Fliger 116 170438 Slillcon Sponge 46 170398 Base, Filter 119 173161 Fan 47 170399 Actuator, Bypass 120 17044 Pulley 48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 122 173162 #12 T.F. Screw-lindented Hex 49 170401 Arm, Bypass Washer Head 50 170402 RetalningRing.250 External 123 173163 Bracket Belt Keeper 51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 TC 124 170444 Center SecUon-Filter-Bypass 52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 ID X 1 ,O OD X Assembly .05THK 125 170445 Filter Assembly 53 170405 Retaining Ring 126 173164 Fan - Pulley SeP_ice Aassembly 54 170406 Beadng, Center Block 127 170447 Seal - O-ring Kit 55 142977 Spring - Halical Compression 128 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank 56 142978 Washer 900 171613 Transaxle, complete 57 150798 20W-50 OIL72.8 oz 58 170407 Brake Yoke NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 59 170408 Rotor, Brake 1 inch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,'P(PE NUMBER 0137-E1 "k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 53_ TO NSTALL. SEE REPAIR _,_ INSTRUCT ON MANUAL. 11 552 691 e_ 52
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 51 I '_' <_ _l 53
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 15` I 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 51 _ 868 ,_ 102," NIKKI 131AI _111.;._ _l I 130AO _lr;;;',_ _Ul 987A 133AJ 10_41 / 217_ _ .... J 127A0 _ 97...O.e.I _,- /_ _i_, 105A_ 369 1127A|_. 276A_ 947A _ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL K_ 1_9 1270 270G 987_ 95 534A_ 634_ 117_ 2315 142H _ lO5_ _ 137(_ _] 51'_'_ _ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 20@ 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KW 51_ 95A_ 276A_ q_)_ 104A _ 127A 105A_ 987A_ 137A O 231A_ I 977A CARBURETOR GASKET SET 51_ 137AO 276A_ 55
I tlA_., tuft - - MULJ_t. NUMt_H 917,271_41 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 690156 Cylinder Assembly 105 231855 _ Valve-Float Needle 2 399265 Kd-Sushing/Seal 105A 694922 O Valve-Float Needle 3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 106 690577 Seat-Inlet 4 494238 Sump-Engine 108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 5 890188 Head-Cylinder 108A 692344 Valve-Choke Cheke-A-Matic) 7 692410 , Gasket-Cylinder Head 108B 695419 Valve-Choke(Nikk Carburetor) 8 495735 Breather Assembly 117 692408 a Jet-Main (Standard) 9 27803 * Gasket-Breather 692411 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 10 691666 Screw (Breather Assembly) 117A 695415 Q Jet-Main (Standard) 11 691328 Tube-Breather 695416 O Jet-Main (High Altitude) 12 692226 • Gasket-Crankcase (.015 121 690191 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul Thick, Std) 121A 695427 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 692406 ° Gasket-Crankcase (.005 125 690194 Carburetor Thick) 125A Carburetor (Nikki) (Service 692405 ° Gasket-Crankcase (.009 with Walbro Carburetor) Thick) 127 695005 _ Plug-Welch 13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 127A 690727 _ Plug-Welch 15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 130 691750 Valve-ThrotUe 16 690136 Crankshaft 130A 695418 Valve-Throtite 20 291675 ° Seal-Oil 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft 22 892125 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 131A 695421 Kit-Throttle Shaft 23 693557 Flywheel 133 494381 Float-Carburetor 24 222698 Key-Flywheel 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor 25 892271 Piston Assembly (Standard) 137 281165 Gt Gasket-Float Bowl 692272 Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 137A 695426 O$ Gasket-Float BOWl 692273 Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.) 141 495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual 692274 Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.) Choke) 26 690162 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 141A 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke.A- 6921C4 Ring Set-Piston .010 O.S.) Matic) 892166 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.) 141B 695420 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki) 692168 Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.) 142 692412 _ Nozzle-Carburetor 27 691299 Lock-Piston Pin 146 691639 Key-Timing 28 498319 Pin-Piston (Standard 167 692297 Air Cleaner Stud Seal 498320 Pn-Piston .020 O.S. 176 691917 • O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner) 29 692419 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 186 692317 Connector-Hose 499940 Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required 32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) Length) 33 495856 Valve*Exhaust 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket) 34 495857 Valve-Intake 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm 35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 202 691841 Link-Mechan)cat Governor 36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 209 692208 Spring-Governor 37 690456 Guard-Flywheel 216 691840 Link-Choke 40 691752 Retainer-Valve 217 695409 Spring-Choke Return 43 691866 S_inger-Governor;Oi_ 222 694042 Bracket-Control 45 690564 Tappet-Valve 227 691374 Control Lever-Governor 46 692421 Camshaft 231 691636 O Screw (Choke Valve) 48 692706 Short Block (311707-0028-E1 231A 690718 _1 Screw (Choke Valve) Replacement Engine) 232 691842 Spring-Governor Link 50 690193 Manifold-intake 238 691843 Cap-Valve 51 692137° Gr_I: Gasket-intake 240 394358 Filter-Fuel 53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing 54 691148 Screw (Intake ManifoLd) 267 695134 Screw (Casing Cramp) 73 690492 Screen-Rotating 276 692255 _1_ Sealing Washer 74 691674 Screw (Rotating Screen) 276A 695410 _-t Sealing Washer 75 690582 Washer (Flywheel) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100 78 690661 Screw (Flywheel Guard) High Speed: 3000-3206 93 690602 Bushlng-Throttle Shaft 94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 94A 695425 Kit-idle Mixture 358 95 691636 O Screw (Throttle Valve) O included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit. Key 95A 690718 _ Screw (Throttle Valve) No 121and121A 98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. 98A 695408 Kit-Idle Speed No 977 and 977A 104 690525 (_ Pin-Float Hinge Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key No. 104A 694918 Q Pin-Float Hinge 1095 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 56
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 287 691002 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 789 692037 Harness-Wiring 304 690844 Housina-Blower 789A 695050 Harness-Wiring 305 890960 Screw _'BIowe_ Hc_sing) 797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 306 690499 Shield-Cylinder 801 691429 Cap-Drive 307 691003 Screw _Cylinder Shield) 802 691286 Cap-End 309 693551 Motor-Starlet 803 693757 Housing-Starter 310 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm) 311 497608 Brush Set 642 691870 • D_pstk:k/Tube Seal 333 495859 Armature-Magneto 847 496415 Dlps6ck/Tube Assembly 334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto) 851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug 337 491055 Spark Plug 868 690968 , Seal-Valve 344 693675 Screw (Cable Clamp) 871 690969 Bushin-Guide 358 690189 Engine Gasket Set 875 694942 Base-Art Cleaner 363 19203 Flywheel Puller 877 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator 369 695422 Spring-Float Bowl 883 692236 • Gasket-Exhaust 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover 404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 934 691058 Screw (Fan Retaner 445 496894 Filter-Air Cleaner Cadddge 947 497672 Sotenaid-Fual 455 691173 Cup-Flywheel 947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel 462 691261 Washer (Brush Retainer) 967 272043 Fllter-Pre Cleaner 467 691668 Knob-Air Cleaner 968 691916 Cover-Air Cleaner 474 691063 Alternator 971 692129 Screw (Air Cleaner Base) 503 691532 Strap-Starter 975 495933 Bowl-Float 505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 975A 695417 Bowl-Float 510 693699 Drive-Starter 977 690192 Set-Carburetor Gasket 513 692024 Clutch-Drive 977A 695428 Set-Carburetor Gasket 523 692014 Dipstick 987 691326 • Seal-Throttle Shaft 524 281370 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 987A 690998 Seal-Throttle Shaft 525 691398 Tube-Dipstick 996 690678 Carburetor Shield 544 692034 Armature-Starter 1005 695056 Fan-Flywheal 552 491986 Bushing-Governor Lever 1006 690452 Retainer-Fan 562 691119 Soil (Governor Control Lever) 1019 690180 Kit-Label 579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 1022 272475 , Gasket-Rocker Cover 601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1023 691192 Cover-Rocker 614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1026 692003 Rod*Push (Intake) 616 692012 Crank-Governor 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust) 617 692138 • O-Ring Seal (intake Manifold) 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker 633 695414 Seal-Choke/Throttl_ Shaft 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod 634 690801 O Seal-Spring Assembly 1036 695700 Label-Emissions (Manual Cl_oke) 1051 691265 Retainer-Brush 634A 690802 G Seal-Spring Assembly 1058 274789 Owner's Manual _Choke-A-Matic) 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush 635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1091 691333 Gap-Limiter 668 691323 Spacer 1095 690190 Valve Gasket Set 691 692407 • Seal-Governor Shaft 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator) 692 690572 Spring-Detent 1127 691657 Screw FloatBowl) 697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1127A695407 Screw Float Bow ) 711 690703 Screw (Carburetor Shield) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100 718 690959 Pin-Locating High Speed: 3000-3200 727 490324 Cover-Starter Drive 729 691335 Clip-Wire Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 729A 891224 Clip-Wire 358 732 691002 Screw (Starter Drive Cover) O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. 733 691658 Screw (Crankshaft Extension) No. 121 and121A 741 691284 Gear-Timing 1: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. 757 691714 Link-Counterweight No. 977 and 977A 758 692423 Counlerweighl ÷ Includod in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 759 691239 Pin-Counterweight 1095 761 691096 Screw (Counter, veight) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. 783 693713 Gear-Pinion inches 1 inch = 25.4 rnm 57
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ol _o SIGHTING ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL I p. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I I greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I I
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