Craftsman 917.272054 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.272054 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.conVcraftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................................ 11 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 17 Maintenance ....................................... 17 Service and Adjustments .................... 21 Storage ............................................... 27 Troubleshooting ................................. 28 Repair Parts ........................................ 32 Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning 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 wom dudng normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters. • Tire replacement _ repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thoms, 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, elactdcal 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 dehds, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con- tained 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. A product is "used for commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household dwellings or in usage where profit is made. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by retuming your Craftsman dding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Onl_ allow responsible adults, who are famdiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as reeks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. • Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine 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 i/aeara and above, are involved in a rge percentage of dding mower- related in udes. These et:!eratora should eva uate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and bum. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debds which can cause build- up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spilla_e before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage. 3 I1. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot beck 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 tirebs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overture the machine. Ta/I grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. • Do notmow near drepoffs, 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.
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 adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind comers, 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, especiaUy blade attachment halts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before stodng. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components ore subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. @@@@@ • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not reow irl reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be sedously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could 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 stope. • 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 Races- sery, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. _Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!I! BECOMEALERTI!! 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. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. _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 accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED _,ND TYPE: REGULAR 31LTYPE ShE 10W30 (ABOVE 32°F) 'API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) DIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC :GAP: .040") 3ROUND SPEED FORWARD: 'MPH): 1 sT 1.2 2 N° 1.5 3 RD 2.4 4 TM 3.5 5 TM 4.8 6 TM 5.3 REVERSE: 1.5 TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS@3600 RPM 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 reed 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 avaUab_e 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, Cadng for and using your tractor. Follow the instructions under =Mainte- nance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual. _I, WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-cevered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark an'ester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark an'ester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). 6
Steering Wheel Insert C2 I_(1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steering ooo, Steering Wheel (1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 _ Steering Wheel Adapter \ (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 t teering Extension Shaft \ Seat __%.._, (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Slope Sheet For Future Use Keys I1 (2) Keys Video Cassette
Your new tractor has been assemb|ed at the factory with exception of those parts lel unassembled for shipping purposes, To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must he tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette be you begin, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers (2) 1/2"wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the 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 corners 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 steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 bex bolt and _ocknut. Tighten securely. 2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3, Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. 4. Remove steedng wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension. 5. Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. 6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 Ioc washer, 3/8 hex bolt and lighten securely. 7. Snap steering wheel insert into cel of steedng wheel. 8. Remove protective matedals from tractor hood and gdll. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid. HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position end open battery box door. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on lab, (label located between terminals) cha battery for minimum of one hour at 6-1 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenanc( section of this manual for charging instructions).
Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob, 1. Remove adjustment knob end fiat washer secudng seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing, Remove the cardboard packing and discard, 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan. 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards roar of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward end assemble adjustment knob and fiat 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 ell the way down. 8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely, Seat Bolt 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 gearshift lever in neutral {N) position, 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. Sit on seat in operating position, depress elutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. 4. Place gear shift lever in neulfal (N) position. 5, Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 6. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. 7. Depress clutch/broke pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. 8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid. 9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position. 10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. 9
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in updght 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 mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. Mulcher Plate Shield Latch Hooks TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcber blades are de- signed for discharging and bagging also. CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovedn- fiated at the factory for shipping pur- poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be propedy 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 ddve belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Vedfy that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is propody adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. /CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT, PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ,/All assembly instructions have been completed. / No remaining loose parts in carton. 4" Battery is propedy prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were ovednfiatnd at the factory). • / Be sure mower deck is propody leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be propedy inflated for leveling). ,/Check mower and ddve belts, Be sure they are muted propody around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are propedy clamped. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA A]-FENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: v' Engine oil is at proper level. ,/Fuel tank Is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ,/Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. 10
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. A =` BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT r_'_ R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREEWHEEL (Automate Models only) 11
KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Ammeter ..... - .. Throffie/Choke Control Light Switch Lift Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Pedal Height Adjustment Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates charging ( ) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER o Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment llft lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLEICHOKE CONTROL- Used for starting and controlling engine speed. 12
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. 2. Place parking brake lever in "EN- GAGED" posiUon and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever Engaged" Position Throttle/ Choke "Disengaged" Clutch/ Brake, Brake Lever Position Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,meve attach- ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground ddve, depress clutch/ brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position. • Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position. 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" pesiUon and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthodzed 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 _Ocpping tractor on grass areas. AUTION: 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 then full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever. 1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Move gearshift lever to desired position. 3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement, IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears. Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your transaxle. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The 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 heightsare measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. 13
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches dudng 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 propedy 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. Gauge Wheel 3/8-16- Locknut Shoulder 3/8 _/_Bolt Gauge Wheel TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. _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 Attachemnt =Engaged" High Position , Position Low Position Position Deflector Shield TO OPERATE ON HILLS _CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15" and do not drive across any slope, • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills, • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all tums slowly. TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). t4
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, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. f. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off, Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until =FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil fur easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. Oil Fill Cap/ Dtpsteck ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: When operating in AOAWARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids dudng 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 _k or permanent damage may occur. CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE When starling the eagine fur the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it wiq take extra crenkleg itma to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Sit on seat in operating position. depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Move attachment clutch to =DISEN- GAGED" position. 4. Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold sta_ng prcoedums below. 5. Insert key into ignition and tum key clockwise to =START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, 6. When engine starts, move the throttle clean winter grade gasoline to help control to the fast position. insure goad cold weather starting. • The attachments and ground ddve 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 descdbed above. 15
COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 6. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up pedod from several seconds to several minutes, depend- ing on the temperature. • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up pedod. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 _et) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be a_usted for best engine pe_ormance. See "To ADJUST CARBURETOR" in _ Service and Ac_usf_lents section of this manual. MOWlNGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See _TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for 'ramming. • Ddve 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 dght so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable dumps. 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. 16 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 racutting 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 aftemoon. At this time the grass has dded and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly, • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpen- dicular to the first cut path. • Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn. Max 113"
ASyOUCOMPLE1E __/'i/I:_A_ _'_ _.'b '_ _,J ,, =_vjj. Ch_ _k. O_,,,,,tior, I/ V' F c,,_T. P,_,. I,' € r ChecX Op_at or Presence imtl T In_k Systar,_ _#/ J R c,.,_ _ _ F,,=...,,, ,,,,' V', V' J A s,.,p._._o.,o--,=o= V', / ._ t.b,=_,, c.,_ v' v' / 0 Ch._ _ L_v_r I_, J R C_arl B;tt_'Dry an d Tl_nlk_ls _ I_ / Chec_ Tmns,mde Cooling I1_ [ Adjust Blade Be_s) Ten=on _s [ Adjust MOtiOn DriVe Bel_s) T_mslo_ _s r Change Engine Oil _:r_ (1_ I E C_n _ F*lt_ I/z J N clean Ai_ Scmo_ I_ j G Insped M uffler/S park Ane_ter _l_ J J I_p_ac. Oil Filer (If aquipped) f_._ J E Clean Engine Cooling Firls _ J Replace Spark Plug li/ € I _" _-' _'_ € I 4 F_plac_ Ma _ r_ _n _ raowl_ l_ _r_y sol. DO rm o_ht_. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does net cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as insb'ucted in _is manual. Soma adjustments will need to be made pedodleally to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments seciton of this manual should he 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 mn 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 intedock systems for proper operation. 5. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART Zerk Zerk _Front Wheel Bearing Bearing Zerk Zerk _)SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL (_GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE _REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubdcants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricat- ing bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 17
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. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fiat 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 intedock systems are working propedy. 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 attachment 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 dutch 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 fiat 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 fiat washer in exact order as shown. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. Star Center Flat Washer Mandrel Assembly _-- Hex Bolt, *A Grade 8 heat b'eated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding 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. Center Hole._ 5/8" Bo_ or Pin _ _"_'_._ BATTEF Y _ _Blade Your tractor has a battery charging system whioh is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. 18
• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary, TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. Open battery box door. 2, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. 3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 5. Coat terminals with grease or petro- leum jelly. 6. Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for detedoration 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 Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. 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 oll 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 ff_e drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning dockwise until the [)in 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. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at =FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. Oil Drain Valve Closed _ Tube and Locked posi'don _P_T_ PJ_ GE _ATEO _?_ N EXTOL _GE Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. 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 dded gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept 19dean at all times.
Every 100 beurs of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Remove knob and cover. 2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartddge. 4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. 5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry. 6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridga. 7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartddge. 8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely. ___._ver Knob Air Cleaner___._ _._g Nut Cover ( _ _,______r_Rubbe r Foam_ _ _ Grommet Pre- _ - ,-r_\ / Cleaner Air Cleaner er_ "_._pA_pCer Cartridge A" Air Cleaner MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark an'ester (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. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. 1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See =TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug). 2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter. 3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter. 4. Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, _hen tighten filter an addi- tional 1/2 turn. 5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA- TIONS" section of this manual. 6. Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation. Oil Filter IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel fifier becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flew 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. FC__ Clamp 20
CLEANING i Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc, • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electdcal system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a short- ened engine life. _(_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE ORADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshi_ 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 dght 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 spdng off pulley belt. 5. Remove large retainer spdng, slide collar off and push housing guide out of brackeL 6. Disconnect anti-awaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spdng. 7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer spdngs. 8. Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer spdngs. 9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor. Small Retainer Spring IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spdng 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 dght side of tractor. 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position. 4. Install mower in reverse erder of removal instructions. Hole Clutch Sprin Anti-Swa (Both Sides) Housing Guide Larg 21
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are pmpedy inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or undednflatad, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position, • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground Mower to Ground \ / Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length. • 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 "O" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts =F" against trunnion an both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut =F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut =E" on beth front links an equal number of turns. • When distance =D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rearl tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. =o ° o Ma drel BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH Suspension .ink Jstrnent lut FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- side.If the following front-to-back adjust- ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Nut "F_NUt "E" Links 22
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive bolt 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 bolt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull bolt 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 bolt guides. 6. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear 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 red. 3. If distance is other than 1-1/2",loosen jam nut and tum nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retightee 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 neces- sary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" Jam Nut A_rn TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2. Remove bolt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of trsctor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting bolt keepers, 4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley. 5. Install new belt by reversing above procedure. Engine___ Pulley Clutching------"- Idler Stationary-" Idler Transaxle _ '_ Pulley _ _ ._ 23
TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: 1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move freely, the transaxle is in neutral. 2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the dght rear wheel. 3. Position the gear shift lever in the neutral (N) position. 4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate Adjustment Bolt TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hodzontal (left to dght) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steedng wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual, FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe- in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining deg securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover, 24 NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may he purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Washers Retaining _ Ring Axle Square Key _ {Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ,_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from battedes. Always wear eye protection when around battades. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should he 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 he a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each and 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 Terminal Negative Terminal Hex Nut Bolt Battery Positive Terminal Negative Terminal REPLACING BATTERY _CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door, 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable end carefully remove battery from tractor. 3. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 4. First connect RED battery sable to positive ( ) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. 5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. 6. Close battery box door. Batter Door (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the gdll. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the gdlL 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged widag may cause your lractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from sta_ng. • Check wiring. See electdcal widng 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. 25
ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and sys- tems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establish- ment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's eawice 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 fotiows: 1. With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position, 2. Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed control bracket are aligned. 3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit through both holes. 4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill bit, TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the 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 adjusting needles in (dockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/ air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and seats in carburetor may result if turned in too tight. NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. 26 1. Be sure you have a dean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). 2. Start engthe and allew to warm for five minutes. Make acrjuslments with engine running and sh_lten conb'o_ lever In neutral (N) position. 3. Idle sl_d ssttina - "W_th throtae control lever in stow posilien, engine sbeuid idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fust, tam idle speed adjusting screw in or out unf_l correct idle is attained. 4. Idle fuel needle settina - With thmttJe ccoifd lever in slow pesilion, turn idle fuel acjustment needle In (clockwise) until engine begins to d'=e and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two pesi_ons. 5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces- sary. ACCELERATION TEST - 6. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast peail_. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel aclusting needle out (counterdGd_dse) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, un_l engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-govemed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. Cable Clamp -_ Screw Speed Control Idle Speed Adjustin_ Screw Idle Fuel Needle
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or ore. _,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 stodng 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. Lubdcete 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'rrERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a pedod of time in storage, battery may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage dudng long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI- NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposites from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank dudng storage. Also, expedance indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasobol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of and engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits dudng storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER(S) 1. Remove spark plug(s). 2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug(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. 27
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Englnewlllnot turn over Engine clicks but will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not =CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5, Dirty air filter, 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment 10.Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Weak or dead battery, 4. Blown fuse. 5. Corroded battery terminals. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 9. Faulty operator presence switch[es). 1. Weak or dead battery. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 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, Claan/replece air filter. 6, Replace fuel filter. 7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replaca fuel filter. 8. Check all widng, 9. See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 10.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Replace spark plug. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuel filter. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 6. Check all widng. 7. See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuse. 5. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check all widng. 7, Check/replace ignition switch, B. Check/replace solenoid or starter. _). Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Recharge or replace batter 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Check all wiring. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 28
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven fast. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 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 filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10.Spark plug wire loose. 11. Dirty engine air scraen/fins. 12.Dir ty/clogged muffler. ! 13.Loose or damaged widng. 14. Carburetor out of adjustment. 15. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Wom, 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 holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. CORRECTION 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed. 2. Adjust throttle contml. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Clean/raplace air filter. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7, Replace fuel filter. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 9. Drain fuel tank and carbure- tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10.Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Clean engine air scraen/fms. 12.Clean/replace muffler. 13.Check all widng. 14. See "To Adjust Carburetor' in Service Adjustments section. 15.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4, Replace blade mandrel. 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mowerbladeswlll 1. Obstruction in clutch 1, Remove obstruction, 1or rotate mechanism. 2, Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower dave belt. drive belt. 3, Frozen idler pulley, 3. Replace idler pulley. 4, Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow, discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4, Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Blades impropedy installed, 10.Improper blades used. 11 .Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Switch is "OFF". 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) bumed out. 3. Faulty light switch. 4. Loose or damaged widng. 5. Battery will not 1. ¢harge 2, 3. 4. Engine "backfires" 1. when turning engine"OFF" Blown fuse. Bad battery cell(s). Poor cable connections. 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) or lamp(s). 3. Check/replece light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec- tions. 5, Replace fuse, 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connec- tions. 3. Replace regulator, Faulty regulator (if so equipped). Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator. Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to set at "SLOW" position "SLOW" position and allow for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 seconds befon stopping engine, stopping engine. 3O
SCHEMATIC T_C_R- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 RBD i AMM_ER (O_) iGNITION SWITCH _T_Ry SOLENOID _ , F_E , _R CL_ I B_KE (PEDAL UP) , ...... , UNE , i i ....... i (CLUTCH C_F) q I GREIN _i, _I_.EN q 85 86 I FUEL SHUTOFF SOI-ENOID S_T SW_ I i , _^ (F SO EQUIP] 87A PRESE_E RElY #1 :87 : _: ,©_ - , :_22:o:: I 4 ,ON.,ON G-O °:x: _1 w_v _ CYL E_INES) YEU'°W ALTERNATOR -- _ 2B V(XTS AC 3 £_J RPM OPE_TOR PRESE_E _Y ,-_ ..... 18-, /, e_o __ _e i _ H_DLIG_S RELAY NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULA_D CUPS NOT_ IF WIRING INSUreD CLIPS WERE RE_VED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, _EY SHOULD BE REP_CED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING, 31
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUM BER 917.272054 ELECTRICAL i t i t -~ .... .
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 ELECTRICAL KEY pART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd ll4-2Ounc x 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery 16 161343 Switch, interlOCk 21 166162 Harness Asm tJght WI4152j 22 4152J Bulb Ught #1156 24 4799J CabLe Battery 6 Ga 11" red 25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w116 wire red 26 175158 FUSe 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 114-20 Uric 28 4207J Cabte Ground 6 Ga 12" black 29 160784 Switch Plunger Normal Op Olive 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key Ign 40 178439 Harr_ss Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BLk. Fin Hex 114-20 Unc x 1/2 42 131563 Cover Termlr_lRed 43 178861 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp 52 141940 Protection W_re Loop 81 109748X RelayAsm NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches 1 inch = 25A mm 33
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 58 12 S3 S4 74 2U 34
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drav/oar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 314 5 155272 Bumper HoodOash 9 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Boit, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 12 145660 Clip Tinnerman G611e P/L 13 172107X616 Panel, Dash, R.H. 14 17490608 Screw Thdro1318-16 x 1/2 17 1449_3X558 Hood Assembly 18 126938X Bumper Hood 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 BTD541437 Nut 28 156725X558 Gdlle/Lens Asm 29 155217X599 Lens, Grille 30 175692X558 Fend/F/rest 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 112 38 175710 pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC 5_ 19091416 Washer 9/32 x718 x 16 Ga. 53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH 54 161464 screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8 55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH 57 STD522507 Bolt, Fin Flex 1/4-20 UNC x .75 58 150127 Duot Air Engine 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd SqpJ_ 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 STD541437 NotCrownlock 318Q16UNC 114 158112 Keeper Bet/Rear Lh St1 P930 1 t5 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-114 142 165867 PLate Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 BraCket Swaybar Chassis 144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT 145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis!Hood 159 158123)(428 Cupholder _tlt Black 211 145212 Nut Hex FlangeLOck 206 170165 BoltShoulder 5/16-18TT 207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt 2(_ 17670668 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 112 212 165919 Insert Lens Reflective - - 547gj Plug, Button NOTE: _JI component dimensions given In U.S. inches 1 Jr_ch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 GROUND DRIVE 57 77 156 5 18 59 2t2 25 27 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY pART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 63 2 3 4 5 6 6 16 11 13 14 16 18 19 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 47 48 49 5O 51 52 53 55 56 57 59 61 62 Peedess 266-545C 64 146682 Spdng, Relum, Brake 65 123666X pulley, Transakie 66 12900028 Ring,Retainer 76 121520)( Strap,Torque 74 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 314 75 165866 Rod Shifter Fendar STLT 76 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 77 105701X Washer, Shift Rate 78 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF WIPutch Gr. 8 79 I0040/8XJ Washer Lock I-Ivy Helical 80 STD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-16 x Gr,5 81 STD523716 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x I Gr. 5 82 STD541437 Nut 83 166933X KnC_ 84 130804 Rod, Brake 85 STD541237 Nut 89 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 90 STD551037 Washer 96 STD561210 Pin 112 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 113 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 116 169992 BraCket, Transaxle 120 BTD523107 Bolt 145 175578 Sheil Assembly, Foot Pedal 150 120183X Beadng, Nyloil 191 STD551062 Washer 156 STD571810 ROll Pin 158 165936 Pulley, Composite, Rat 159 S]D62373O Bolt 161 175461 Spacer, Split .395 x .59 162 175596 Keeper, Belt, Idler 163 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12Ga. 164 127763 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 169 154497 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Dry Stl 169 123205X RetaLner, Belt 166 STD923715 Bolt 169 STO541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/6-16 UNC 176 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 U NC 197 105710X Link, Clutch 196 165709X Spltng, Clutch Return 202 17C60616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 212 130801 V-Belt, GroUnd Dltve 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 8883R Cover, Pedal 175410 Pulley, Engine 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7116-20 x 4 Grade 5 STD551143 Washer 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, RIll. 137657 Spacer, Axle 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. STD581075 E-Ring 123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1645/1865 121748X Washer 29/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 Ga STD585O25 Key Woodruff 145090 Arm, Shift 165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 656 26 165711 Spdng,Torsion 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 5/4 x 16 Ga. 166231 Link Transaxie 150366 Nut, Nyloek 198391)(428 Console, ShLft, STLT 124346X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4 STD6_4003 Retainer Spdng 1" 19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ca. 127265X Strap TorqLe 90 Degrees 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc 74490540 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 175456 Spacer retainer 19133219 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga, 166002 Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1,125 165589 Bracket Shift Mount 165494 Hub Tapered Flange Sh_ Lt 72140406 Bolt Rdnd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3!4 Gr.9 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-26 U nc 74760416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr 5 19091010 Washer 5/6 x ,261 x 10 Ga 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever 166880 Screw g116-18 x 5i6 165462 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 165560 Plate Fastening Lt 1738_8 Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear 169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8 ID 169593 Washer Nyliner 7/8 ID x .105 Hd 72116614 Bolt Cart. SH 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5 145212 Nut Hex Flange LOCk NOTE: All component dimensions gWei3 Ln U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.272054 STEERING ASSEMBLY \ \ '\ 3O 43
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 Sleeting Wheel 2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 3 169840 Sl_ndle Assembly, LH. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6265H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272916 Washer 27/32 x %1/4 x 19 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Ktip 9 3365R Bearing, Steer;ng Column 10 175121 Draglink 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock 13 136519 Spacer Beadng Axle Front 15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock 17 177876 Shaft Assembly, Steering 26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge 29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 30 STD651210 Pin Cotter 32 130465 Rod, Tie 36 155099 Bushiug, Steering 37 15_927 Screw 38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge 40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 318-24 Unf 41 I00711L Adaptor, Steering Wheal 42 145054X428 Boot, Steertug Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-t/4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT 46 121232X Cap, Spindle 47 6555M Fitting, Grease 51 $10541431 NutLockHexw/Ins. 5/16-18UNC 54 74790520 Bo_t Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 63 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/9-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 65 160367 Spacer Brace ASEe 67 72140618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 65 165827 Axle1 Brace 71 175146 Steerlug ASm, 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front 85 133835 Fastener Christ rnas Tree 65 175118 Bog Shoulder 7/16-20 91 175553 Clip Steedng NOTE: All componerd dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 rnm 39
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 ENGINE \ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38 90 23 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170548 Control, Throffie 2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cu6ing 1/4-20 x 518 3 ...... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler ModelCV 16,5-43530 4 13 14 16 23 29 31 32 33 159420 Muffler 12_41-03 Gasket 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237 Washer 169837 Shield BrrVDbr Guard 137180 Arrestor, Spark 109202)( Tank, Fuel 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented 123487X Clarhe, Hc6e KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 37 137040 Line, Fuel 38 148315 Plug Drain Oil EaSy 44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 314 45 17000612 Screw Hxv_h Thdr 3/8-15 x 3/4 46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga 77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ca, 80 74760508 BO6 Hex Hd 5/16-16 Uric x 112 81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric; 101 M73030800 Nut Flange M8-1.25 Non=Lk Zinc 105 17120616 Screw3/8-16 x 1 NOTE: All component dimensions given In U,S. inches t inch = 26.4 mm 4O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 140123 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X t0 Ga 5 1450_6 Clip Push In Hinged 6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 7 124181X Spdng Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 9 19131614 Washer 13132 X 1 X 14 Ga 19 174894 Pan Pnt Seat (blk) 11 166369 Knob Seat Adj WIngnot 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 13 121248X Bushing Snap SIk Nyl 50 Id 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 16 121250X Spdng Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt 17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A 22 S]D541431 Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 5/18-18 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X t-3/t8 X12Ga. 25 127018X Bolt Sheulder 5116-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches 1 inch _ 25,4 mm 41
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 DECALS 13 6 3 11 8 \ 13 10 11 \ 2o 12 14 KEY PART NO, NO. t 156368 2 171762 3 171698 4 171699 5 138047 6 133644 7 177368 8 172331 5 163204 t0 156439 DESCRIPTION Decat, Oper. Instr. Decal, Replacernerd Decal, Hood, R.H. Decal, Hood, LH. Decal, Battery Decal, Customer Mafntenance Decal, HP Engine Decal Mower Srs Decal, Fender, Craftsman Decal, Fender Danger KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 11 177325 Decar, Hood Side 12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic 13 177336 Decat, Dash Paner 14 160396 DecaJ, V-Belt Schematic 20 149516 Decal Battery DngdPsn Eng - - 138311 Decal, Lift Handle - - 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT o- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT - - 178457 Owner's Manual, Englich - = 178458 Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES 5,8 4,10 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 591_ Cap Value Tire 2 65139 StemVa_ue 3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service 4 99904 Tube Irmer Front #35960 5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"fTont White Service 6 278H Fitting Grease 7 9040H Bealtng Flange 9 106108X427 Rim Asm 5"rear White Set/ice g 122062X Tire R Ts 20 X 10-8 Service 10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Sewice 11 104757)(428 Cap Axle BIk t 50 X 1 00 144334 Seatant, Tire (10 oz. tube) NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 42
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 LIFT ASSEMBLY 2O 6 15 2O KEY PART KEY pART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Washar i_sm Inner Spring W/ 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring Plunger 15 173288 Link Front 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Ufl 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 3 105767X Pin Groove 17 130171 Trunnion BIk Zinc 4 12000_T2 E Ring#5133-62 18 73800800 Nut LOCk w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 19 139888 Arrn Suspension Mower 6 120183X Bearing Nylong 20 163552 Retainer Spring 7 125631X Gdp Handle FlUted 31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift 8 122365)( Bufton Plunger Read 32 73540600 Nut crownlock 3/8-24 1t 139865 Link Asm Lift LH. 12 139866 Link Asm Lift R,H. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 rnm 43
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 MOWER DECK
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Deck/_ssembly, 42" 68 144959 V-Belt 2 STD693107 Bolt g2 STD541437 Nut 3 138017 Bracket/Lssembly,Sway Bar, t01 136420 Mulcher Cover FrGnt t02 71081010 Screw 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 103 19061216 Washer #10 5 STD624_8 RatolnerSpring 104 STD551110 Washer, LoCk 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 105 160793 Latch Assernbly_ Bagger 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/g-24 x 1.25 Gr. 9 106 2029J Nut, Weld g STD551137 Washer, Lock 111 155197 Bracket Gauge Wheol Lh 10 140296 Washer, Hardened 112 155198 Bracket Gange Wheol Rh 11 134149 Blade, Mulchteg 113 17G60514 Screw 5/16-18 Unc 13 137645 Shatt Assembly, Mandrel, 114 73510500 Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc Vented 115 72110504 BUd C_rr 5/16*Unc x 1/2 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel,Vented 116 4898H Bog Shoutder 15 110485X Beadr_g, Bail, Mandrel 117 165746 Wheel Gauge Std 15 174493 Sb'ipper, Ventad Mower Deck 118 73930600 Nut Centadock 3/5-16 Uac 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/lg-18 x 5/5 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 4 Ga 19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 121 143723 Btackat Extruded Gauge Wheel 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 129 19131312 Washer 13132 x 13/16 x 12Ca. 21 STD541431 NutCrownteckg/16-18UNC 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/6-15 UNC x t Gr. 5 22 134753 S6ffener Bracket 131 STD53371B Bolt, Rdnd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC xl 23 131267 Bracket, DefleCtor 142 165890 ArrnSpdngBrakeMower 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 143 157109 Bracket Arm IdJer 42" 25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Det]ector 144 158634 Keeper Bed 42 ° Clutch Cable 26 110452)( Nut, Push 145 165888 Pulley Idler Fiat 27 130968X425 Shield, Deflector 146 171977 BoltCardage Idler 28 19111916 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 147 131335 Spdng Extension 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 148 169022 Spring Retarn Idler 30 157722 ScrewTedmlWasher Head 149 165898 Reteiner Spdng Yellow Zinc 31 129963 Washer, Spacer 150 19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x I g Ca. 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrol 151 169670 Bracket Clutch 33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 In 34 $TD693717 Bolt 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B 36 131494 Pulley, Ioler, Flat 154 169675 Spdng Retainer 37 STD55t037 Washer 13/32x13/16xt6Ga. 155 169671 SpringRatentionLever 40 STD541437 NutCmwatock3/8*16UNC 156 169672 Spacer 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 157 169669 Rod Clatch 45 STD624003 Retainer 158 17720410 Screw Hex Tbd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-2g x 5/9 159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sge 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4 48 133944 Washer, Hardened - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key 49 174284 Rattar Assembly, Carn Follower Nurnbers 8-10, 13-15, 31 and 32) 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 -- 169583 Mower Deck, Complete (Standard 51 STD541410 Locknut Ceck, OrderSeperatelyMulcher 52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Plata aed Gange Wheel 53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Srake Components, Key Nos. 101-106 54 133943 Washer, Hardened and 111-121) 55 155046 Arm, Idler 69 165723 Spacer, Ratafner 69 141043 Guard, TUV Idler NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S inches 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval 1 Inch = 25.4 rnrn 45
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 83 47 46
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KL=Y PART NO. NO. DESCRIPllON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Brake Lever 2 780086A Needle Beadng 5/8" 42 792073A Screw 114 - 20 x 1-1/4" 3 770128 TransaxleCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 4 776395 Countershaft 43 702075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24 5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025 Brake Pad Hetder 6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066 Spacer .2625 x 1.0 6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket 7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690 Axle (11-15 / 16" Long) 8 702180 Shift Key 48 774691 Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long) 8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth ) 9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth) 10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth) 11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth) 12 778309 input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth) 13 779368 Bevel Gear (13 taeth) 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 teeth) (include. 14) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth) (teclude. 13) 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth) 15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351 Spur Gear (21 teeth) 17 786188 Ddve Pin 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth) 18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth) 20 792077A Bali 5/16" dim 65 780189 Flat Washer .563 ID x ,062W 21 702078 Set Screw 318 - 16 x 3/8" 66 776422 Input Shaft 22 7_079 Spdng .310 OD x .625 L 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shetl 25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 69 7_170 Retaining Ring 25A 702177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 70 786187 Spacer .890 26 7_125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 788069 Square Cut Ring 27 702035 Retaining Ring 71B 788092 "0" Ring 28 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090 Flet Washer 1.128 ID x .058W 29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x.031W 77 788079A Inverted Retaining Ring 29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x.O31W 79 7_144 Spdng .430 OD x .5000 L 296 780051 ThrUSt Washer .762 ID x.031W 022 778333 Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth) 29(; 780199 AetI-Rota8on Washer .632 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth) 30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 85 7_154 Oil Fill Plug 31 78(_01 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 1 16" (Use As Needed) 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silloone 31A 780195 Fiat Washer .750 ID x .062W 157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4" 32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 180 730229A Gear Oil80W90 34 780194 Bushing .563 900 794712 Replacement 35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 18" ID MST - 206-545C Transaxle 35A 780197 Flanged Bushing .751 36 790075 Brake Disk NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 37 790007 Brake pad Plate 1 inch = 25,4 mm 38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) 39 786029 Dowel Pin 40 792076A Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W 47
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREA'I_IER I CRANKCASI_ I 23 / @ 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY pART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 25-351-01-S Lifter, vane (2) 1 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft Kit, cylinder head Includes 2 12-755-fl%S 3-17, Gaskets 12 (In_)4 2 BlOCk, cylinder 1-01-S (Use Short BlOCk 12 52218 (Qty. 2),12-041-O2-S, & 12- 3 12-445-02-S S rap, ifUng 041-03-S) 4 M-839025-S screw, hex. flange 3 12-411-01-S Rod, pt._h (2) MSx1.25x25 4 12-041-10-S Gasket, cylinder head 5 24-3B0-13-S Dowel locating (4) 5 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 6 12-755-49-S Kit, camshaft (Includes 7, 8) 12-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) 7 12-089-31-S Spdng, actuatingl A / 6 12-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) 5 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft A.R. blue 12-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) 12-.422-09-S Shim, camshaft .R. red 7 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hal. pipe 1/8" 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) 8 12-318-19-S Cylinder Head yellow 9 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker(2) 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) green 10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422.12-S Shim, camshaft A.R.) gray 11 M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) black M6xl.Ox34 (2) 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft ( )A.R. white 12 12-089-01-S Spdng, valve (2) 9 12-144-27-S Shaft, balance 13 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spdng (2) 10 12-874-07-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std) 14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2) (Includes 11, 12) 15 12-468-05-S Washer, plain 13132" 12-874-11-S Piston w/Ring Set (.08 16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 12-874-08_._ platon w/Ring Set (.25) port 12-874-09-S piston w/Ring Set ( ).50 17 12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange 11 12-018-02-S Retainer, piston pin (2) M1OxL5x81 (5) 12 12-108-07-S Ring Set (Std.} 18 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) 12-108-08-S Ring Set (.25) 19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather 20 M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange 12-108-09-S Ring Set (.50) M6xl.Ox20 (5) 13 12-067-05-S Conneodng Rod (Std.) 21 12_396-07-S Cover, valve w/ntpple 12-067-06-S Connecting Rod (.25) 22 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 14 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating M5x0.8xlO 15 12-043-05-S Gear, governor 23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed 24 12-402-02-S Reed, breather 16 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm NOT ILLUSTRATED 17 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear 12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2) 18 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaust manifold 19 12-755-64-S Kit, gov. cross shaft w/cUp 12-041-02-S Gasket, air filter base (includes 23) 20 X-25-102-S Washer, plain 1/4" 21 12-032-01-S Seal, governor cross shaft 22 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm 23 12-154-05-S Clip, hitch pin NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S Inches I Inch = 26.4 mm 49
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 IGNITION ! ELECTRICAL I '_._ _ _ "___ _'0<-,, I-' 14-:0 ,@ BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I 6- I-- 11_'14 5O
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON 1 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange 1 M-54501g-s Screw, hex. flange M10xl.5x46 M5x0.8xl0 (5) 2 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 2 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4" 3 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 3 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing 4 25-086-47.S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.Ox16 4 M-550010-S Screw, hex. flange (4) M5xO.8xlO (2) 5 12-157-06-S Fan 5 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion 6 X-42-15-S Key 6 12-027.55-S Housing,, blower 7 12-025-35-S Flywheel 7 12-063-10-S Baffle, intake side 8 12-155-09-S Connector 8 25-154-02-S Clip, mounting (3) 9 M-548025-S Screw, h_(. cap M5xO.Sx25 9 12-086-37-S Screw, captive Washer (2) M5xg.Sx2O (3 10 12-085-09oS Stator 10 12-063-08-S Baffle, cy nder head 11 41-403-09-S Regulator, rectifier 11 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange 12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16" (2) M6x1.0x16 (2) 13 24-086-18_S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/ 12 12-063-19-S Baffle, cylinder 8" (2) 14 236602-S Connector AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION 15 12-132-02-S Spark Plug 16 X-728-1 -S Clip, cable KEY PART 17 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange NO. NO. DESCRIPTION M5X0.8xl0 (2) 18 12-584-14÷S Module, Ignition 1 25-341-03-S Knob, air cleaner cover 19 12-452-02÷S Terminal 2 12-g96-24-S Cover, air cleaner 20 12-086-35-S Screw, hex. socket 3 12-083-08-S Precleaner, element M5x0.8x2O (2) 4 12-10g-08-S Wing Nut 12-083-05-S Kg air claaner element 21 M-461013-S Screw, pan head M4.2x13 5 (2) Includes 4, 6, 7) 22 12-584-12_S Module, speed advance 6 12-743-11-S Kt, alrceanerseal (Includes 4, 7) NOT ILLUSTRATED 7 12-032-10-S Seal 2" 12-176_.5-S Harness, wiring 8 12-094-12-S Base, air cleaner (Inclades 12-176-44÷S Harness, wiring 9, 10) 24-518-12-S Lead, black (6" - 12 gauge- 9 12-072-05-S Stud, mounting plate insulated grip barrel eyelet M6x1.0x66 terminals) 10 12-g86-01-S Screw, #10 HI-Lo thread 235173-S Clip, cable forming (2) 12-154-g6÷s Clip, hose (2) tl 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner 25-454-03÷S Tie NOTILLUSTRATED 12 113 535 Decal, aircleaner NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 STARTING SYSTEM I 0 == => ENGINE CONTROLS I tl OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PANT NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 M-639070-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-079-07-S MSx1.25x70 (2) 2 12-237-01-S 24_086-4.3-S 2 25.098-07-S Starter assembly (includes 3 3-8) 4 M-664020-S 3 12-755-54-8 Kit, drive end 4 12.227-18-S Cap, drive end 5 12o536-10-S 5 12.170-05-S Armature 6 "t2.22q-O1-S Kit, brush & spr_n_ 6 M-443025-S 7 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 8 12-211-01-S Bolt, hex. flange t/4-2gx4- 7 M-443020-S 5/8 (2) 8 12-089-11-S 12-089-23-B Oil pAN/LUBRICATION 9 10 12-089°24-S KEY PART 11 12-755-83-S NO, NO. OESCRtPTION 1 12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (InclUdes 2, 31 2 25-755-13--.£ Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3) 3 12-153-g3-S O-Ring, oll fill cap 4 12-153-02-S O-R!ng, upper oil fill tube 5 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill 6 M.645025-S Screw, bex. flange M6x1.0x25 7 12-1 fl3-Ol -S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube 8 25-162-07-S Screen, oil pickup 9 12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen 10 M.545016-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 1 t 25-462-09-S Valve, oil pressure relief 12 12-gsg-o%S Fitter, oil 13 25-139-57-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8" 14 12-393-O1-S Pump, oil 15 12-163-G6-S O-Ring, o_ pu_np cover 16 12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump 17 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange MSx0.6x16 (3) 16 12-032-g3-s Seal, oil (RT.O. end) Screw, hex. flan e "_9 24-g86-16-S MSx1.25x45 ( 11_ / 20 24-g86-17-S Screw, hex. flange M6x'_ .25x46 21 12-199-56-S Pan assembly, oil (Incl. 11, 14-17) 12 12-100-07-B 13 52-211-04-S 14 12-090-28-S 15 25-158-g8-S 16 12-079-01-S 17 25-158-11-S Linkage, choke CLamp, cable Screw, hex. flange Screw, lobed socket M6xl.Ox20 (2) Control, speed assembly (Includes 6-9) Screw, pan head M4xg.7x25 Screw, pan head M4x0.Tx2_} Spdng, choke (2) Spring, choke return Spring, governor Kit, governor lever (Includes 12-14) Nut, hex. flange 1/4-20" Belt, t/4-20x1" Leve_, gore.,Or Bushing, throttle linkage Linkage, throttle Bushing, throttle )inkage NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 53
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 CRANKSHAFT ] '-} I I I --i EXHAUST I I r _"_.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272054 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43530 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 2 M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) 3 12-853-95-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket llnc_udes 4, 5, 6 qty 1, 2-454-03-S, 25-452-20-S) 4 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner 5 12-053-95 Carburetor assembly (For Infolmallon only not available separately) Service with kits: 12-767- _2-S, 12-757-03-S, 12-757_ 33-S) 6 12-041-0t-S Gasket, carburetor (2) 7 12-265-04-S Deflector, heat 8 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) g 25-353-10-S Ltne, fuel 9" 10 25-050-02-S Filter, fuel in-line ROT ILLUSTRATED 47-154-01-S Clip cable *M-561010-S Screw, thread forming M5X0,Sxl0 *X-22-11_S Washer, lock 1/4" 12o757-02-S Kit, float 12-757-03-S Kg. carburetor repair 12-757-33-S Kit, sotsnold repair 12-454-03-S Tie cable 25-452-20-S Terminal KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 12-014-37-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 2 12-139-01-S Plug, cup EXHAUST KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 25-072-04-S Stud, MSxl.25x33 (2 2 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaus manlfod 3 12-126-11-S Bracket muffler 4 12-445-06-S Strap, IgUng 5 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6XLOX25 (2) PA-43530 Replacement Engine 12-522-18 Short Block 12-755-93-S Gasket Set NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm *Used to attach carburetor ground lead to carburetor baffle. 55
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not | I greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- J ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
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