Craftsman 917.27182 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRN'I 19.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.271820 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read end 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 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................................ 12 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 19 Maintenance ....................................... 19 Service and Adjustments .................... 23 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Repair Parts ........................................ 34 Parts Ordering ..................... Sack 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 dding 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, electdcal 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 debds, 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 dding equipment proves defective in matedal or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. 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 tdp charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN- HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and thro.wing, objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in senous injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, undemtand, 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 tum off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. •Tum off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower- related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss- of-contrel 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 turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. 3
III. 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 adutt. • 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 regulady. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debds 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 detedoretion, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturers 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 end behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another respnnsible adult. • Be ated and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Before end when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain cou_ 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. ,_Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONI!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. _, 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 plug. ,_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Usa 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. _,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. _WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accassories 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
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR OILTYPE SAE 30 API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION GAP: .030") RJ19LM OR Jt9LM VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006" ADJUSTMENT EXHAUST: .007"-.009 _ GROUND FORWARD: 5.5 SPEED (MPH): REVERSE: 2.4 TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING 3 AMPS BA'I-rERY SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30 MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE:U1R BLADE BOLT 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, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". 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. _kWARNING: 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 arrestar 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 Califomia 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
Steerin( Wheel Swt_l:rePg l Adapter Steering Sleeve I teering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1)Large Flat Washer Wheel Inse_ © (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Lock washer 3/8 @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Cassette _ Slope Shee (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 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. 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 ddve ratchet gauge When dght or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steedng 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 REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steedng shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 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 steering wheel adapter from steedng wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension. 5. Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to dght) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. 6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. 7. Snap steering wheel Jnsed into center of steering wheel. 8. Remove protective materiels from tractor hood and gdll. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tire where tractor is to roll off skid. Steering _ Wheel Insert _.x Bolt f______ Lock Washer -_ _ Large Flat _) Washer Steering j_'_ Wheel _ Steedng Boot Extension _,_F Shaft __-- Adapter 5/16 Locknut __'5/16 Hex Bolt ._--_. Lower _ _ ", Steering \ , _! ._ Tab Shaft ;'-. _ ,, Slot HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR CHECK BATrERY 1. Lift hood to raised position. 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 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). 8
INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and sat 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 reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. 8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. 8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat Flat Washer 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. 11 .Turn ignition key to "OFP' position. Continue with the instructions that follow.
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. 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. CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching malcher prate and a,ow it to rest on plate while in operation. Deflector Mulcher Plate Hooks TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and stere 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. 10
t#CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR N EW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVlEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ,I All assembly instructions have been completed. ,,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,z Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). • / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ,I Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tiros must be propedy inflated for leveling). ,z Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed propedy around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. ,/Before ddving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in ddve position. WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ,./Engine oil is at proper level. ,I Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ,z' Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. 4' It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual). 11
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENG,NEON ENG,NEOFF O'LFRESSURE L,G.TSON O%_MF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKEO N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE e_(_ ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEPHANDSANDFEETAWAY 12 FREEWHEEL (Automat_ Modelson_)
KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiadze yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch _t Switch Ammeter Lever Choke Control Plunger Throttle Contml..,,.._ Lift Lever Clutch/ Brake Pedal Height Adjustment Indicator Free Wheel Control Brake Lever Motion 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 UFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for doclutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. FREEWHEEL CONTROL * Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed. 13
( 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 Seave 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 release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake witl hold tractor secure. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the I eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety I 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. Choke Attachment Clutch Lever Position Motion Control Control_ Clutch/ Brake Brake "D_sangaged' "Brake" "Eegage_ Position Position Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move attach- ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - i o stop ground drive, depress clutch/ brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not retum to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized USe. • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged, (dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. • ILCAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine. • To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage. 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. 14
These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck In proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). 2. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely. 3. Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. 3/8-1 6 Jr; Locknut_. Gauge Wheel Mounting Bracket 31 Gaugs Wheel "-'-''_'_ Bolt TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Stad mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. _I_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place. Attachment Clutch Lever "Engaged' Position _-:_ / J. Attachemnt Lifi C:" _;._)//V'I Lever High "_-_'_ _-r,--- Position _'ss_i n D_fl;dct o r TO OPERATE ON HILLS _CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control =,ever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutclVl0rake 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 wheel control is located at the rear drewbar of tractor. 1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. 2. Pu!l freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. 15
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor, Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, white on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STAFITINGTHE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled 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 stading (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. ADD GASOUNE • 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 be|p insure good cold weather starting. _llcW, A ,RN!NG,: Expe, dence indicats.s that onol eleneeo tuels tca,eo gasonol 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. _k CAUTION: Fill to bottom of Qas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wip_ 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. 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. 2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutcWbrake 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 fast position 6. Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 7. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry. 16
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) 8. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below) 8. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM U P 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 pedod. • The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly. NOTE= If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. PURGETRANSMISSION _CABTION: Never engage or disengage 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 wil! 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 freewheeling 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 ddve wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic ddve 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 (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage 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 retum the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation. 17
MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "1"O 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 dght of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu- tion of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one 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 clip- pings. 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. f q • 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 eady 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. i Max I/3" 18
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation _ check _r _ence and inled_k Systems Lu_k:atlon Chart Check Batlery Level Clean Battmy ar_ Temdneis CheCk Transaxle Co_ing Adjust Blede Beltls) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Beltls) Tenslo_ Check Engine Og Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Clean Ak" Screen Inspect Muffler/Spark Alrester Replace Oil Filter (If equip_c_l) Clean Englee Cooling Fins Ret0_ace Spark Plug Ra_ace Air Filte: P_oet Cartrklge Rapha:e Fue_ Filter v' v' v', v' i/, v'l l/ i/ v' V', t/ i/ V', =/2 i/ i/, v' v' v', GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check brake operation. 3. Check tire pressure. 4. Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation. 5. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART - • Spindle Zerk Zerk _Front Wheel ,. Beanng Zerk BeedngZe_ _3General Purpose Grease _Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the _ivot points which have special nylon earings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubncated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly, 19
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 ad- justed, (_ee "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tiros free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects andother 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. Traitinc Edge Up Mandrel Assembly Blade Center Hole Flat Washer. Lock Washe _'Hex Bok *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- ir_ 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. ,/ 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. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep sma|l vent holes open. 20* 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 checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. Remove terminal guard. 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 BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis- sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins. TRANBAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oi!'s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. S_E V_osr_Y _ADES _MFEAA_S _ _pATEO _S_ _S_ _ C_ 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°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil attar 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 container. 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. 21
Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked/ Poslion_.:: Cap "_ Drain Tube 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 COOUNG FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). Top Air Gukte Cover __ Engine Coo_i_J F Air Guide Cover (Both Sides) 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 remove excess oil. 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 wing nuts and cartridge plate. 2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. 3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 4. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precteaner, 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. Kno! Wing e Plate _Cartridge Air Screen MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting 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 slogged, 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 fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor. 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. Clamp __ larnp 22 Fuel Filter f \ ,Z_
CLEANING i Clean engine, batten/, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. _ AUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake 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 spring. 7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. 8. Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. Small Retainer Spring \ 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. Retainer S Anti-Sway Housing Large Retainer Bracket Spdng Retainer Springs (Both Sides) 23
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or ddveway. Make sure tires are propedy inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tiros are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance =A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To _ower one side ol mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE:Each full turn of adjustment nut wilt change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements alter adjust- ing. Bottom edge of Bottom edge of mower_round (_G Suspension Arm Lift Link Adjustment Nut I" FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-beck adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance =D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. • Before makin 9 any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length, Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut =E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut =F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. %_,_" _. o j/Mandrel I"o" Both Front Unks Should be Equal in Length Nut "F"_ Nut "E" "Trsnnion f_ Front Links TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade ddve 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. 24
Mandrel Idler Pulleys Mandrel 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 distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and tum nut "A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut against nut "A". 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" Jam N,ut UA" r_ _ perating Arm Do not touch this nut. If further brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. t. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 3. 4. 5. procedure. Engine Pulley _ o, e ,ng ,o,sr ii:i n2sl i 1:1/_ Input Pulley -"'_@_ Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. Install new belt by reversing above 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 lever 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: t. 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. 25
Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate ,ever Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAl/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe- in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS t. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining dng 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 dng 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 pumhased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Washers ,_ Retaining Ring ,_ _"lm= c°v°r2 ! Square Key _r"' ,_._P" (,Rear Wheel Only} _ _mmw'_ TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY _' CAUTION: Lead-ecid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking matedals away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehical must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO A'I-rACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the 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 battedes. "Positive" ( ) "Negative" (-) L.H. F"n° J REPLACING BATTERY CAUTION: Do not short batter/ terminals by allowing a wrench o_any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. 26
Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. Remove terminal guard. 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 5. Reinstall terminal guard. 6. First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) baMery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely, 7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely 8. Close terminal access doors. 9. Close hood. Terminal Keps Hex Access i_:; : "Bolt Door _ Positive Terminal Cable (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1, Raise hood. 2, Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 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 replace, reverse above procedure. I. / Hood .,f _ Headlight Wire : _ Connector • / _Y/ 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-read 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 to fast position. 2. Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position. 2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 27
3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely. 4 Reassemble air cleaner. Clamp Quartor Choke Clos_ Casing _*=_i_i TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning the mixture screw in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fueVair mixture. Turning the mixture screw out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/ air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight. PRELIMINARY SETTING - 1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cable and choke are adjusted properly (see above). 2. With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns. FINAL SETTING - 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. With throttle control lever in slow position, hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM. 3. While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn screw to a point midway between those two positions. 4. Continue to hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM. Release throttle lever. ACCELERATION TEST - 5. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if neces- sary, until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and expedence to make any necessary adjustments. I d le Speed Screw die Mixture crew trio r Idle Speed_ Screw_ Throttle __ Lover _ _-------"-_ld_ Mixture Screw 28
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. _l_ 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. BA'R'ERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see 'TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERM!- 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. Also, expedance indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of 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 altemative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINEOIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER(S) 1. Remove spark plug(s). 2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. Tum ignition key to =START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one 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 Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over 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/brakepedal not depressed 2. Attachment clutch is engaged, 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Blown fuse. 5. Corroded battery terminals. 6. Loose or damaged widng. 7. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter, CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast, 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 30 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/raplece air filter. 6. Replace fuel filter. 7. Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter, B. Check all widng. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 10.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Cleaniraplace 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. ?. See "To Adjust Carburetor" ir Service Adjustments section. 3. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. f. Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuse. 5. Clean battery terminals. 3. Check all widng. 7. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Contact a Sears or tother qualified service center. 9. Faulty operator presence switch(es). Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery. • w not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Loose or damaged widng. 3. Check all widng. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Loss of power 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed. 2. Adjust throttle control,
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE ;ORRECTION :PROBLEM Loss_power _ontinued) Excessive vibration Enginecontlnues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel fi'_er, 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 1. Worn, bent or loose blade• 2. Bent blade mandrel 3. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Faulty operator-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. 1, Obstruction in clutch mechanism• 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3, Frozen idler pulley• 4, Frozen blade mandrel• 3, Clean underside of mower housing• 4, Clean/replace air filter• 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Clean and ragap 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• lO.Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11 .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. t, Replace blade• Tighten blade bolt. 2. Replace blade mandrel 3. Tighten loose part(s), Replace damaged parts. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections, If not corrected contact a Sears or other qualifiad 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. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. . Replace idler pulley. • Replace blade mandrel.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressur_ 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves an_ 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. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 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. : Battery will not charge 3. 4. Loss of drive 1. t 2. 3. 1. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). Faulty alternator. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. Air trapped in transmission during, shipment or servicing. CORRECTION 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 blades sharp edge down, ; 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11 ,Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec tions. 5. Replace 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 drive belt. 3. Purge transmission. Engine "backfires" Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to whenturning set at =SLOW" "SLOW" position and allow engine position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before "OFF" stopping engine, stopping engine. 32
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNmON SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE- OFF M G A1 NONE START B÷S÷A1 NONE RUN_.IGHT B AI A2 L RUN B-_AI NONE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF TNE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED, AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST, HEADLIGHTS F_ NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 33
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 34
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON 1 2 8 lO 11 12 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 3o 33 40 41 42 43 45 52 55 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-in 166182 Harness, Ught Socket (w/4152J) 4152 Light Bulb 4799J Cable, Battery 146148 Cable, Battery 175158 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 145491 Caole,Ground 1213(_X Switch, Seat 175566 Switch, Ignition 140403 Key, Molded 170217 Harness, igniUon 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 131563 Cover, Terminal 175141 Solenoid 121433X Ammeter Rectangolar 6 Amp 141940 Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter) 1749(_608 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 P 12 204 11 74 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis 2 169061 3 17060612 S_rew 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hoo_Dnsh 9 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bott, Carrlege 3/8-16xl 11 155g_7 Panel, Dash, LH 12 145660 Clip Tthnsrman Grllle P/L 13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17 144963X558 HoodAssembly 18 126938X Bumber Hood 20 1564,37 Plete M_ B_tteeJ Fu_ Tlu_ 23 124(_8X Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 S'1_641437 LoCknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNC 28 156725X558 Grille 29 155217XSS9 LenS, Gdlle 30 164919X6_8 Fender/Footrest 31 139976 Bracket,Fender/Support 37 174g(T_08 Screw, 131dro1. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4.20 UNC 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga. 53 145201 Bracket Grille Plckofl LH 54 161464 SGrew, Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8 55 14520_ Bracket G_4e PP-,koff RH 57 S_7 Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X,75 58 14(_47 Air Duct 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 STD541437 Nut Crownkx_ 3/8-16 UNC 142 16r=867 Plete Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Bracket Sw_yb_r Chasdis 144 154207 Bracket Footrest STLT 145 156524 Rod Rvot Chas_siHood 159 155123X428 Cupholder 206 170166 Bo_t Shoulder 5/16-18Tl" 207 1767(To08 Straw *l'hdzol 5/16-18 x 1/2 208 17670608 Screw Thdrdi 3/8-16 x 1/2 212 165919 thsert, Lens - - 5479J Plug Button HOTE: Air component dimensions given In U.S. Indnes 1 inch = 25.4 rnm 37
GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR "- MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 38
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,271820 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DE$CRtPTION t ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64 71170764 BOll Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 6 Hydro Gr 314.0510 65 _/D551143 Washer 8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 66 154779 Keaper Belt Engine Hydro 10 $313561210 pincher 1/SxlCAD 70 134683 GoldeBeltRHEt',g_ne 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 71 169183 Strap Torque Lh 15 7449(To44 Bolt Hex FLGHO 3/16-18 GR.5 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga. 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Uric 73 169182 StrapTorque Rh 19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex WANsh 3/8-16 Unc 74 137057 Spacer, Split 21 149846 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 75 121749)< Washer 25/32x 1-114x 16Ga. 22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 76 STD581075 E-Pdng 24 73350600 Nut, Hex 3am 3/8-16 Uric 77 123583X Key, Square 25 106888X Spdng, Brake Rod 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 26 ST05510_7 Washer 81 165596 Shelf Asrn Cross 27 STITo61210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 63 165711 SpdngTorslon 28 145204 Rod, parking Brake 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 29 71673 Cap, parking Brake 84 169594 UnkTransax_e 30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 89 1648_)X428 Console, Shift 32 74760512 BOlt Hex Hd 5/16-16 Uric x 3/4 90 124246X N_t Se_f-Th_ Wsh-hd 1/4 Z_c 34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 95 170201 Control Bypass 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 96 4497H Retaine rS pdng 1" Zinc/Cad 36 19211616 Washer 116 72110610 Bolt Carr. 3/6-16 x 1.25 37 1572H Pin, Roll 150 165850 nushfng Bellcrenk Grd Ddve 38 131494 Pulley, idler, Flat 151 19136310 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. 39 7476_o44 B_t 156 16600_ Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125 40 4470J Spacer, S_1 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount 41 165838 Keaper, Belt Idler 159 165494 Hub Tappered Flange Shift Lt 42 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12Ga. 161 72140406 BoltRdhdSopkl/4.2Ox3/4Gr.5 47 127783 Pulley. Idler, V=Groove 162 73680400 NutCrownlockl/4*20Unc 48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Dry STL 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 49 123205X Retainer, Bett 164 19091010 Washer 6/8 x .281 x 10 Ge 50 STD523715 Bolt 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever 61 STD541437 NulCrC_nlock 3/6-16UNC 166 166880 Screw 5116-18 x 6/8 52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 6/16-18 x .561 53 1(_710X Link, Clutch 169 165580 Plate Fastening Lt 55 105709X Spdng, Return, Clutch 197 16..°613 NylJner Snap-In 56 STD633712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 198 169593 WasherNyllner 57 14(_94 V-Bert, Ground Drlve 199 16_612 Bolt Shoulpar 5/16-18UNC 59 169691 Keaper, Center Span 200 72146ro08 Bolt RDHD SQNK 5/16-18UNC x 1 61 17060612 Screw 318-16x3/4 202 72110612 Bo!tCarrSH3/8-16X1-1F_Gr.5 63 8883R Cover, Pedal 63 140186 Pulley, Engine NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 STEERING ASSEMBLY _l_l _ d': 40
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 139768 Stsedng Wheel 2 154427 Front Axle Assembly 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 16983_ Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Beadag, 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 12000029 Ring, KIIp 9 3366R Beadag,SteedngColumn " ' 10 169832 Lk_k, Or_ 11 STD551137 Washer, LOck 13 136518 Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle 15 145212 N',d, Hex5a4wje LOck 17 156546 Shaft Assembly, Steedng 18 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033 19 160395 Support, Shaft 22 165857 Screw pax Wshhd Torx 23 165851 Pitlm an Shaft Assembly 25 154406 Bracket, Steering 26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 27 136874 Gear, Sector 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/_ x 16 Gauge 29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 30 STD561210 Rn 32 130465 Rod, Tie 36 155099 Bushing, Steedng 37 152927 Screw 1-1" #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Range 38 139769 Insed, Steering Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge 40 $1_541537 Lock Nut Center 3/6-24 UNF 41 100711L Adaptor, Steedng Whebl 42 145(To4X428 Boot, Steedng Dash P/L Mtl B_k 43 121749X W_kshe r 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Steedng NOn-Adjust 46 121232X Cap, S_ndle 47 6855M FL_ng, GraB,s6 51 73800500 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC 54 7478_o20 Bolt Rn Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 62 16790_ Y_t, S_eer_g Assembly, Sewlce 63 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric. x I Gr. 5 65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle 66 154404 Beartng Arm Ptttman 67 72110618 Bdlt Rhnd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 68 169827 Srace Axle 79 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga 80 74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4 8;2 169835 Bracket Susp Chsss_ Front 85 133835 Fastener Christmas Tree NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. Inches 1 ir,_n = 25.4 mm 41
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271820 31 39 2 1_ IP 14 38 32 33 33 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 13 _10 i 12 42
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 KEY PAITT NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 23 25 26 27 29 31 32 33 34 37 38 39 45 81 t7(_47 Control Throt Paddle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ....... Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs Model No. 461707-0145-E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Ext_ust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 171877 Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Seres 145,552 Heat Shield Lt STD551125 Waster Lock HW, Hettcat 1¢4 STD522507 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 165287 Gasket Muffler 148315 Plug, Drain Oil Easy ST[_o51237 Washer Locf< Ext Tooth 3/8 17490624 Screw TnGr06 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt 169837 Shle_l Browning/Debris Guard 145996 Cootr_ Choke 73920600 Nut Kap6 3/8-24 Unf 152927 Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange 137180 Arrestor Spark 157103 Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear 161696 Cap Fuel Guage STLT 123487X Clamp Hose SIk 106G62X Spacer Pad 8543R Line Fuel 148456 Tube, Drain Oit Easy 109227X P_d tdter 1,75 x ,75 )_ ,06 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x SMGML 73510400 Nut, Kaps 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE: All comportent dimensions given (n U,S, Inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 43
TRACTOR "" MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 sEAT AssEMBLY KEY pART NO. NO. DEECR|PT|ON 2 140551 _-_ F_n Hex 3/8-16ur_ X I 71110616 _i 3 t9131610 Washer 13_2 X 3_4 X 10 GS STD541437 r_u_ r_°_.. ="_". C._=,_ 2 250 BIk ZI 6 91X Spdng _e-L P-' 7 1241 ^. *= X 1,5 SMGML 7 16 Screw _w-. _. 8 I 0006 .., -=--- 13/32X1X 14Ge, 9 19131614 __a_._._ _=91 _k ) 10 174894 t_an r., .... KnOb Sest 11 166369 Bracket ptlt Moun',_ switch 12 121246>( KEY pART NO. NO. DESGRtPTION 1/2 ~ 17 I_^ _ Shoulder 5/I 8-Iu _n_'= 21 171852 = ._,= _ex LOCk w/t_s 5/16"18 22 5T0641431 ._.?_ _her 17_32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Gs' 24 19171912 was er 5/16-18 X62 25 12T018X BoltShoU d "venlnU S inches NOTE: Art component clmens)OnS _ ' ' 1 _r_ch = 25.4 _m 44
DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 2 7 2 \ 4 14 20 22 14 13 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156439 2 177253 3 171696 4 171697 5 176681 6 133644 7 171809 9 1632O4 11 156811 13 146046 14 177265 DESCRIPTION Deca_ Fender Danger Sears Decal Hood Side Decal Hood Rh Cn_ftsm_n Decal Hood Lh Craftsman Decal Engine H/P Decal Malnt Customer Sears Dom Decal Replacement Srs Decal Fender Cra_tsman Gold Decal Fender STLTH Oper Inst E/S Oeca_ V4:_dt Or Sch Tr_ctor E Decal Dash Panel KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 15 16_G96 Decal M0wer Ddve Schematic 19 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 20 172331 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 22 149516 Decal Battery - - 169210 Decal By Pass Lt Hydro - - 138311 Decal Lift Haodle -- 165800X428 Pad Footrest Lh STLT -- 1_5799X428 Pad Foobest Rh STLT - - 177304 Manuai,Owner's(Engllsh) - - 177305 M_al, OwneCs (Spa_sil) WHEELS & TIRES 4_10 KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 s g lO 11 591 g2 Valve Cap, Tire 65139 Stem, Vsk, e 1G6222X Tire, Front 59904 Tube, Front Tire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 106732)(427 Rim, Front 2"/8H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheal Orgy) 9040H Bssdng, Flange (Froflt Wheel ONy) 106108X427 Rim, Rear 1_':_82.X Tire, Rear 7152,.I Tude,Rear Tire (Not Provided, Se_ce Item Only) 104757X428 Cap, Axle 144334 Sealant, "nro (10 oz, Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions _ven In U.S. Inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 45
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 LIFT ASSEMBLY 2O 15 15 46
TRACTOR . - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 2O 31 32 159460 Lilt Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 1G5767X Pin Groove 12O02O(_ ERIng 19Ql1621 Washar 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X Beadng Ny/ong 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 12_365X Button Plunger Read 139865 Unk Asm Lift L.H. 139666 Link Asm Lift R.H. STD_4(_8 Retainer Spdng 173288 Unk Front 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 130171 Trunnion BIk Zinc Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Uric 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 163552 Retainer Spdng 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lilt. Tapered 73540600 Nut CrownlOCk 3/8.24 NOTE: All component d_mensIons g_ven in U.S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 rntn 47
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 MOWER DECK 158 157 _ _,_ 67 183 1_ s 159_ 34 144 45 14S 21 22 18 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Hous;ng 59 141043 2 STt3533107 Bolt 67 149846 3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 68 144859 Front 92 STD541437 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 101 136420 5 S_4008 RetahlerSpdng 102 71081010 6 13(J832 Arm, Buspenston, Rear 10_ 19061216 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.26 Gr. 6 104 STD551110 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 105 160793 10 140296 Washer, Hardened 106 2629J 11 134149 Blade, Mulching 111 155197 13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 112 1551_ (IncL Key Number 6) 113 1706_514 14 126774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 114 7351(To00 15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Maodrel 115 7211(Too4 16 174493 St_pper, Ventod Mower Deck 116 4896H 18 72140505 Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 117 165746 19 132827 Bolt.Shoulder 118 73930600 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 119 19121414 21 s'rD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 121 143723 22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 129 19131312 23 131267 Bracket, Denector 130 STC523710 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 131 $3"D533710 25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 142 1658_0 26 110452X Nut, Push 143 157109 27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 144 158634 28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ge. 145 165888 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 146 171977 30 157722 Screw Thdrol Rotting Wsh Hd 147 131335 31 129963 Washer, Space;' 148 1_90_2 32 153535 Pulle=y,M, Mandrel 149 165898 33 137266 NuL Top4(x;k, Flanged 150 19091216 34 STD533717 Bo_t 151 169670 35 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 152 169676 36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 153 16_674 37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 154 169676 40 STD541437 Nut,Crownleck3!8-16UNC 155 "t6967'_ 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L,H. 156 169672 45 STD624_03 Retainer 157 169669 46 1377"29 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 158 17720410 48 133944 Washer, Hardened 159 STD593717 49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower . - 130794 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 51 S't'D541410 Locknut - - 169583 52 139888 Bclt, Shoulder 6/16-18 UNC 53 131845 Arm Assembly, pad, Brake 54 133943 Washer, Hardened 55 155046 Arm, Ioler 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer Guard, Tuv Idler (94) Knob Custom Ov_ V-Bs;t Locknut, Hex W/Web 3/8-16 UNC Cover Mulching 42" Black Screw Truss Hd Phil1 0-24 x5/8 Wikqher#10 Washer Lock Latch Asm Bagger Nut Weld Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH Screw 5/16-18 Nut, Hex Kep_ 5/16-18 UNC Bolt, Cardage 5/16 UNC x !/2 Bolt, ShOulder Wlleel, Gauge Nut, Crown{ock 3/6-1 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Bracket Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 G8. Bolt, Rn Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 Bdlt Rdhd Sqnk 3t6-10 UNC x 1 Arm SpdngBrake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42- Clutch Cable Pulley idler Flat Bolt Carraige Idler Spdng Extension Spring Return Idle! Retainer Spdng YellOw Zinc W_:_er 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch 42" Washer flat 3/8" Type B Spdng Retainer Sprig Reto_flon Lever spacer RodClutch Sotew Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/6 B_t Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uric x 1-3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 8-!0,12-15,31 and 3,?.) Mower Deck, Comptete (Std de_- order separately mulcher plate components key n0s. 101-106) NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm dO
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 3140510 \ \ \ \ 50
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271820 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 "_70351 Ma_n HousiP_, Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake 2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck 3 173253 Center Section, Assembly 61 142881 Puck Rate 4 170354 Swashptate,TRmton Maol'_ed 32 142887 Brake Acbia6ug Pto 5 169898 Btock- Assembly 63 170410 _ 1/4`20x2 W/Patch, 6 170356 Sealant 10.50z SpadalF_ 7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch 8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Doubte End _5 170411 Spacer 9 170358 Shaft, Input 66 170412 Spdng, Brake Arm Bias 10 170_59 Ring - Retaining 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-PJbpad 11 170G60 Spacer 68 170414 Arm, Brake 12 169870 Ring - Retaining 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 13 170361 Seal. Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 70 170416 Co6er Pin 3/32 X 3/4 14 169869 Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40ram Od X 71 170417 Co_ores_on Spdng Brake AnU- 12mrn Drag 16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16- 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 LD. X 10,D. X .032 24X0.75 73 142884 Flat - Washar 11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D 17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 74 170419 Oil Seo1.625 X 1.0 X .25 18 170_64 Arm, Control 75 170420 Check Rug Assembly, .027,Washer 19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 FdcUon Pack 23 170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 77 170422 puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975 24 17G366 Shaft,Motor 78 142969 Spring, Helical Comp 27 170367 Gear - Pinion, 13t 79 142980 Spacer 28 170368 lOV4St Gear 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Un_f(Nyton 29 17G369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft _nced) 30 170_70 60t Bull Gear 81 170423 Wedge, Frlctlcn Pack 31 170371 Steeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625 32 170424 Ctig, Washer .316xl ,50x,1046 170389 SteeveBearing(Oulboard) (Rated) .75xl .750x.325 83 161132 Pin, Standard Headiess 33 142991 Washer, 3/4 td X 1-1/20d X .1S 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank 34 170390 Lip Seal Axte Seal 86 170427 Expansion Tank 35 1_1 Shaft, Axte .75 X 11.30 (Key, R.H.) 07 170424 Cap - Poppet Valve 36 170_92 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, L.H.) 88 170429 Bolt, Serf Tapping 10-32 X 1/2 37 150792 Miter Gear (Sp_ined) 90 170430 Puck, toner Wedge 38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 9_ 170431 Spring Cnp - Housing Thrust 39 150809 Shaft 107 170432 Deflector 40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 108 170433 Washar,Motor Shaft 41 170394 Pin, Jeckshaft .711dx1.150dx.030thk 42 170_95 Magnet, Ring 109 170434 Rug, Sae #6 43 170396 Spring, Bypass 111 170435 O-Ring .07 X .301 LD. 44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 112 170436 Shield, Vent Long 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank 45 170_97 Filter 118 170438 SiliCOn Sponge 46 170398 Base, Filter 119 170439 Fan, 7 in. 47 170999 Actuator, Bypass 120 170440 Pulley 48 170400 Rod. Bypass/_ctuator 121 170441 Flex Lock Nut 1/2_20 (Nylon h_sert) 49 170401 Arm, Bypass 122 170442 Washer, BeJleville 50 170_ Retolnlng Ring .250 External 123 170443 BedKeepar 51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .260 X .250 TC 124 170444 CentarSec_on-Ft_ter-Bypass 52 170404 Flat Washer, 5_ Id X 1.00d X .05 As_emoly Thk 125 170445 Filter Assembly 53 170405 ReteJ_gRk_g 12!_ _70446 Ftm - Pultey Se_ce Ascembty 54 170466 Bearing, Center Block 127 170447 Seal - O-Rlng Kit 55 14297? Spdng - Helical Conlpresston 900 168768 Transaxle C_ete 56 142978 War=her 57 150798 20w-50 Oil NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 58 170407 Brake Yoke 1 inch = 25.4 mm _4
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 1125 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 220 _ 1132 _ 741_ 1de I_ 19 G 634 e 552A 552 4040 2911_ 1 1019 LABEL KIT I 1 lO. OWNER'S MANUAL ] lit REO_JIRE$ S_CIAL 1OOLS 15 _ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 52
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRA'rTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 51 _ 447 Ik, _ 304 725 _ 240 _ 7 573NN__ _ J I 432_ 392_)104_. 102 258 _ _ 222 1138 11 6 445 101 73 'k REQUIRES SPEC AL TOOLS 971 I' 934 _' 70 391 102@ [ 1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION J 53
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271520 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 697 3o91 5101 513 783 1051 _' y 803 544 802 797 801 358 GASKET SET 634 1770 51A_ 163_ 90569 _ 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MOOEL NUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRtPTtON NO. NO, OESCRIPTION 1 498583 Cylinder Assembly 95 690716 Screw (Thrott_ Valve) 2 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 97 693485 Sheft-Throte 3 391086 * Seal-Oil 98 807923 Kit-Idle Speed 4 493304 Sump.Engins 102 693509 O Gasket-Carburetor Body 5 691162 Head-Cylinder #1 104 693506 O Pin-Float Hinge 5A 891163 Head-Cylinder #2 105 692078 £1 Valve-Ftoat Nasdte 7 271867 -:_ Gasket-Cyl_ier Head #1 107 693482 Body Assembly-Lower 7A 271868 ,:1: Gasket-C_linder Head #2 108 693505 Valve.Choke 8 495754 Bmainer Assembly (Cynnder 109 693498 Shaft-Choke #t) 117 693538 Jet-Main 9 27803 ,_; Gasket-Breather 693500 Jet-Main (High Aititude) 1 O 690334 Screw (Breather Assembly) 121 491539 Carburetor Kit 10A 690366 Screw (Breather Cover) 122 281411 Spacer 11 280225 Tube-Breather 125 893479 Carburetor 12 273390 • Gasket-Crankcase (.015" 130 693504 Valve-Throttle Thick, Std.) 133 893512 Flota-Carburetor 271188 • Gasket-Crankcane (.005* 146 94196 Key-Timing Thick) 147 693508 Jet-Pilot 271189 * Gasket-Crankcase (.009" 161 891401 Baso-A_r C_eener Thick) 163 271411 ° Gasket-Air Cleaner 13 94565 Screw (Cylinder Head) 177 271170 • Seal-O-Ring 15 94239 Plug-Oil Drain 187 499167 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required 16 690668 Crankshaft Length) 19 399264 Bushing 197 890364 Screw (Back Pitaa) 20 291675 * Seat-oiL 202 890570 Link-Mechanical Governor 23 491180 Flywheel 203 280997 Crank-Bell 24 222698 Key-Flywheel 205 690322 Screw (Be_ Crank) 25 499180 Piston Assembly (Standard) 209 691273 Spring-Governor 499181 Piston Assembly (.010 "O.S.) 211 261563 Spring-Governor 499182 P_ston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 212 693985 Link-Thro61e 499183 Piston Assembly (.030' O.S.) 215 690481 Guide-Air 26 499184 Ring Set, Piston (Standard) 219 394348 Gear-Governor 499284 Ring Set, Platen (.010 =O.S.) 220 690412 Washer.ThnJst (Governor 499186 Ring Set, Piston (.020 *O.B.) Gear) 499187 Ring Set, P_Ston (.030 "O.S.) 222 491282 Bracket-Control 27 691299 Lock-Piston Pin 227 491297 Lever-Governor 28 498319 Pin Assembly. Piston Std.) 235 224995 Shletd-Fnel Spray 28 498320 pin Assembly-piston (.005 240 394358 Filter-Fuel O.S.) 244 230318 Connector-Hose (Pulse Line) 29 498314 Rod.Connecting (Standard) 256 94930 Screw (Engine Sump) 29 498541 Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) 267 690316 Screw (Casing Clamp) 32 691133 Screw (Connecting Red) 278 691365 Washer (Governor Lever) 33 390420 Valve-Exhaust (inctude(a): 297 94269 Nut-Wlng (Air Filter Retainer) 494553 Keeper-Valve (Ref. 304 691390 Housing-Blower NO. 42)) 305 690960 Screw (Btower Housing) 34 691302 Valve-Intake 306 690414 Shield-Cylinder 35 65906 Spring-Valve (Intake) 306A 690435 Shield-Cylinder 36 26828 Spr_lg-Valve (Exhaust) 40 221596 Retainer-Valve Exhaust) RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100 41 292260 Retainer-Valve Exhaust) High Speed: 3000-3200 42 494553 Keeper.Valve 45 26t368 Tappet-Valve Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358. 48 691161 Camshaft _D inctuded in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number 47 393415 Slinger-oil 121. 48 498542 Short Block _ Included in Value Overhaul Kit` Ref 50 213290 Manifold-intake Number 1095. 51 271412 ,(_ Gasket-intake Included in Fuel Pump Kit. Ref Number 51A 270884 ,_ Gaskta-intake 861 53 690321 Screw (Carburetor) 54 93208 Screw (Intake Manifold) NOTE= All component dimensions given _n U,S. 73 691438 Screen-Rotatin 9 inches 1 tnch= 25.4 mm 75 225137 Washer(Flywheel) 78 891134 Screw (Flywheet Fan) 91 693483 Body Aasembly-Upper 55
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 307 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut Starter Terminal) 309 497596 Motor-Starter 801 394860 Cap-Drve 310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 802 497607 Cap-End 311 497608 Brush Set 803 691427 Housing-Starter 332 230674 Nut (Flywheel) 807 693511 Spacer 333 394891 Armature-Magneto 822 693497 Washer-Seal (Throttle Shaft) 334 94731 Screw (Magneto Armature) 847 495715 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 337 802592 Plug-Spark 851 493880 Terminal-Cable 358 495868 Gasket Sat 859 693488 O Diaphragm-Fuel Pump 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 861 693502 Klt-Fual Pump 386 693490 O Gasket-Pump 865 691196 Cover-Air Guide 391 693487 Body-Pump 865A 691197 Cover-Air Guide 392 693491 O Spring-Pump Diaphragm 868 497656 Seal-Valve 404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 868A 273312 Seal-Valve 423 691100 Screw (Air Cleaner Base) 869 261463 Seat-Valve (Intake) 425 94823 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 870 262924 Seat*Valve (Exhaust) 432 693492 _ Cap-Spring 871 261961 Bushing-Guide (Exhaust) 433 693489 0 Diaphragm-Fuel Pump 231218 Bushing-Guide (intake) 434 693493 Cover-Diaphragm 877 393456 Wire-Alternator 435 693494 Screw (Diaphragm Cover) 881 495901 Plate-Cover 441 691176 Bracket-Oil Fill 918 393815 Hose-Vacuum (Cylinder-To- 445 394019 Filter-Air Impulse Pump)(Cut to 447 690297 Screw (Air Guide Cover) Required Length) 449 94882 Screw (Oil Fill Bracket) 934 94627 Screw (Fan Retainer) 474 393474 Alternator 955 693513 Plug-Carburator 482 93621 Screw (AIternalor) 968 691207 Cover-Air Cleaner 510 497606 Drive-Starter 971 690720 Screw (Upper Body To Lower 513 398003 Clutch-Drive Body) 523 691385 ulpsiDi stick 1005 498157 Fan-Flywheel 525 690823 Tube-Oil Fill 1006 691247 Retainer-Fan 527 690423 Clamp-Tube 1019 496726 Label Kit 535 272490 Filter-Air 1036 694979 Label Kit-Emission 544 497603 Armature-Starter 1051 263080 Ring-Retaining 552 690553 Bushing (Governor Crank) 1058 273688 Owner's Manual 552A 690552 Bushing (Governor Crank) 1081 280860 * Seal-O-Ring 562 690311 Bolt-Carltage (Governor 1090 497605 Retainer-Brush Lever) 1095 498047 Gasket Set-Valve Overhaul 569 272645 * Gasket-Base 1125 691104 Screw (Cover Plate) 572 690415 Cover-Breather (Cylinder #2) 1132 690353 Screw (Oil Slinger) 573 690764 Plate-Back 1136 690329 Screw (Governor, Control 592 92278 Nut (Governor Lever) Rod) 601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1137 690390 Washer (Governor, Control 615 690328 Retainer Governor Crank) ROd) 615A 690317 Rsta net-Governor Shaft 1138 690330 Nut (Governor, Control Rod) 616 491530 Crank-Governor ---- 445777.0027-E1 Replacement Engine 634 690657 , Seal-Governor Shaft 634A 271013 Washer-Foam RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100 635 66538 Boot-Spark Plug High Speed: 3000-3200 637 693510 Washer-Seal ,. 643 496700 Retainer-Air Filter -- Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358. 689 690555 Spring-Friction O Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number 697 93585 Screw (Drive Cap) 121. 725 280866 Shlald-Heat :1: Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref 726 391362 Gear-Ring Number 1095. 741 691285 Gear-Timing Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number 783 693059 Gear-Starter 86! 789 695050 Wiring Hamess 797 94010 Nut (Starter Terminal) NOTE: All compo_onant dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 56
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ut QD ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 6 Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 °) never across the face. Make turns gradu- I ally to prevent Upping or loss of control. Exercise extreme | caution when changing direction on slopes. I
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