Craftsman 917.272068 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual JCRRFTSMRN°I LAWN TRACTOR 16.0 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.272068 J_ his product has a low emission engine which operates I differently from previously built engines. Before you start the I engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craffsman
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 AssemblyPre-Operation ....................... 8 Operation ............................................ 11 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18 Service and Adjustments .................... 22 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Repair Parts ........................................ 34 Sears Service ...................... 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 used in the United States. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters. • Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine. • Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions 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 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. 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 senous injury or death. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!fl 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. _bWARNING: 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely 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 unload- ing the machine into a trailer or truck. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect them- selves 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 debris which can cause build- up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage. II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- control and tipover accidents, which can re- sult in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. 3
DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide 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 recommenda- tions for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, if tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, tum slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. 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 corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. IV. SERVICE • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. - Use only an approved container. - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. - Never refuel the machine indoors. - Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. • Never run a machine inside a closed area. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. 4
• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and 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. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. 5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 1.25 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular OiIType SAE 10W30 (Above 32°F) (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 4.5 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (GAP: .030") Ground Speed Forward: 5.5 (MPH): Reverse: 2.4 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 12 PSI Charging System: 15 Amps @ 3600 RPM Battery: Amp/Hr: 28 Min. CCA: 230 Case Size: U1R Blade Bolt 27-35 Ft. Lbs. Torque: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- ing, caring for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- nance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual. ,_WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an intemal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). 6
Steering Wheel Insert 1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steering Boot 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 Steering Extension Shaft (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Slope Sheet For Future Use Keys Video Cassette 7
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers (2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes 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 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely. IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut securely to 18-22 ft. Ibs torque. 2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. 4. Remove steering wheel adapter from 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 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. 7. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. 8. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid. Insert Hex Bolt 3/8 Lock Washer _Large Flat Washer Boot Steering Wheel .Tabs .i_tension Shaft 5/16 Locknut / -'_'-_ _5/t6 Hex Bolt Lower L • I Steennn / "':. ' _" ."/_._ Shaft _ "'- _ Tab "'- ' ' Slots CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps, (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions)• 8
Seat Label _rminal INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan. 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. 8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat J Seat Pan -. \ Shoulder Bolt Flat Washer Adjl 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 ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. 3. Place freewheel control in "transmis- sion disengaged" position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). 4. Roll tractor forward off skid. 5. Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. 3. Place freewheel control in "transmis- sion engaged" position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). 4. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. 5. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 6. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 7. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. 8. Release parking brake. 9. Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid. 10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position. 11 .Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. 9
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. Deflector Shield Mulcher Plate Latch Hooks A 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. TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulching blades are designed for discharging and bagging also. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. el CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product. Please review the following checklist: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. • / No remaining loose parts in carton. ,I Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). ,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). ,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. v" Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. 4 Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in "transmission engaged" position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items: • / Engine oil is at proper level. ,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ,/Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition. ,/It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans- mission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS- MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON i Ixl FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED FAST SLOW Ol L OV,%_MP I UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT R N H L ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED ®DI PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 11 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only)
KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter 3-hrottle/Choke Control Light Switch Ignition Switch Position Lift J Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Pedal Height Indicator Freewheel Control Parking Brake Lever Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates charging ( ) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/ brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages transmission for pushing 12
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the J eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety J glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any J adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a I wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. J HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold. 2. Pull parking brake lever up 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 _ Ignition Key __/ _isengaged" Throttle/_ _7_//Position Choke "__t : \ _\\__ .. Contr_ _ .\:, _\\_ Parking Clutch/ __, "'.- -_-- '- -'_:_)_ - -_/ "Eneaaed Brake Peda Pos_io_ _ _-..,L..--/ Motion Control / _ _'Biiake""._ Lever "Disengaged" Position Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades, move attach- ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ brake pedal all the way down. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke to stop engine. 13 IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. A CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever. 1. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Release parking brake. 3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER cu'rrlNG HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of 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 Mountinc Locknut _houlder 3/8 JBolt 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. _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place. .=nt Attachemnt Clutch Lever "Engaged" High Position Position TO OPERATE ON HILLS /t LHLCAUTION: Do not drive up. or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° ano ao not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at the back of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not retum to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. 1, Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. 2. Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. • To re-engage transmission, reverse above procedure. Transmission Engaged Position Position Deflector 14 Transmission Disengaged
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy 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. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If neces- sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting ((See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. 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. _:_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in tem- peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. ACAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc- tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. 2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 3. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 4. Move attachment clutch to disen- gaged position. 5. Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) 7. When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 7. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depend- ing on the temperature. 15
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows: 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 2. Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position. 3. Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. (See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) PURGE TRANSMISSION frAeCAUTION: Never engage or disengage ewneel lever wnile the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor. 1. Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. 2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. 4. Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times. NOTE: During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system. 5. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake. 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission engaged" position (See "TO TRANS- PORT' in this section of manual). 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disen- gage clutch/brake pedal. 8. Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. Your transmission is now purged and ready for normal operation. 16
MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See 9"0 LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished. f l • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy grass, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicu- lar to the first cut path. • Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn. 17
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___ ,/._n_ 'I FILL ,. OATES AS YOU COMPLETE _. tJ. _ t-t q: _'_ _ _J R EOO 'RBERV,OE / / ZERV'OE O' ES Check Brake Operation Check 33re Pressure _ Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems I1_ R CheCk for Loose Fasteners V' V'5 A Shaq_en/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart V' 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals V m Check Transaxls Cooling If Check V-Belts If Check Engine Oil Level _ If Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) I_ If E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) I_1.2 I_ N Clean Air Filter 1_2 G Clean Air Screen 11_2 NI Muffler/Spark II_ Inspect Attester E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I_1.: Clean Engine Cooling Fins V' : Replace Spark Plug V' If Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge I/'_ Replace Fuel Filter 1 - Change more often when openating urger a heavy load or _n high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions, 3 - Replace blades mo_'e often when mowing in sandy SOil* 4 - Not required it equipped with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft,-Ibs, maximum. eo not overtlghten. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check brake operation. 3. Check tire pressure. 4. Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper opera- tion. 5. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART _)S Zerk "-': _ Zerk Bearing Zerk _)Engine' t i : i i i J (_ General Purpose Grease .Front Wheel ng Zerk i i i i i _) REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 18
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See "-IO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL 1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. 2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. 3. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing blade - but if you do, be sure the Blade Center Edge Up i Mandrel _l-_ex Bolt (Grade)' *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head. blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal- ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. Blade 5/8" Bolt or Center BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. 19
NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BA-I-FERYAND 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 BA'I-rERY" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual). TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. 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. 0 3o 32 4o _0 "20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE AN3"ICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE 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. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. 2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. Oil Drain Valve C'°dSed__ 1 Drain Tube 3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise, 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto 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. 2O
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. 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. 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 cteaner 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 cartridge. 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 1. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. 2. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge. 3. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely. Air Cleaner Cover Cover Nut Foam Pre- Rubber Cleaner _rommet CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required. 1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. 2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor. 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are propedy positioned. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. ClamP_Clamp Fuel Filter CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. Paper Ca_ddge A=r Cleaner Base Air Screen Dipstick 21
I,_ WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4, Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. 1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- GAGED" position. 2. Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. 3. Roll belt off engine pulley. 4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. 5. Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket. 6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. 7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. 8. Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. 9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor. Small Retainer Spring _ Suspension Clutch Arms Spring 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 spring Into square hole in frame. TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor. 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position. 4. Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs. 5. Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. 6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring. 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. 8. Install belt onto engine pulley. -" °_" -"°'_"" Square Hole Pulley Front Link Anti-Sway Collar Housing Guide Large Retainer Spring Bracket Retainer Springs Both Sides) Shield 22
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. Bottom edge of Bottom edge of mower to _ mower to ground _ ground A_ _""_ Ground Line _"")" -_A Lift Link _n Arm Adjustment Nut FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. • 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 "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "P against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "P from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "P against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length / / "E" Trunni Front Links 23
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of this manual). Mandrel Idler Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. 2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. 3. If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut against nut "A". 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces- sary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. With Parking Brake ngaged" Jam Nut A" Arm Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 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. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Remove mower (See 'qO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers. 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 3. Remove belt downward from around engine pulley. 4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor, Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. 5. Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Carefully work new belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley. 2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keep- ers. 6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). 24
Clutching Stationar Center Span Keeper Transmission Input Pulley TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. 2. Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward. 3. Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off. 4. While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. 5. Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. 6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps: 1. Loosen the adjustment bolt. 2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep. 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Start engine and test. 5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. Motion Control Lever "... . ....- " .... Neutral Lock Gate Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. "nghten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe- in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Washers Retaining Rinc Axle Cover Square Key _' (Rear Wheel Only) 25
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your batten] is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor batten] to start other vehicles. TO A-FFACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Weak or Dead Fully Charged Battery Battery REPLACING BATTERY _WARNING: 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. 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 26 3. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 4. First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal 5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. Seat Terminal Cover Keps Hex Bolt Positive (Red) Cable Neg (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. When replacing hood, be sure to reconnect the headlight wire connec- tor. Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THRO'n'LE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: 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 beth 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, tuming the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine gMng a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (counter- clockwise) 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 #miter 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. 1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). 2. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Idle soeed setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, tum idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained. 4. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, rum idle fuel adjustment needle In (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Tum needle to a point midway between those two positions. 5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces- sen/. 27
ACCELERATION TEST- 6. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-govemed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified sewice center, which has proper equip- ment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. Cable "_ Clamp -_. Screw _ _ Speed Control Bracket'-_ Thr _tt|E )ver Idle Speed Adjusting_ / Sorew Idle Fuel I_ _ _------_1 Adjusting _ I _ I--clr_.l I .eed,e 28
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte- nance section of this manual. 4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. 5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting. BA'I-rERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see 'q-O 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 deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer, ENGINEOIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER(S) 1. Remove spark plug(s). 2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. 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. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 3. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. 7. Water in fuel. 7. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty air filter. 1. 2. Bad spark plug. 2. 3. Weak or dead battery. 3. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 4. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. 7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. 8. Engine valves out of 8. adjustment. 1. Brake pedal not 1. depressed ! 2. Attachment clutch is 2. engaged. 3. Weak or dead battery. 3. 4. Blown fuse. 4. 5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. 7. Faulty ignition switch. 7. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. 9. Faulty operator presence 9. switch(es). Enginewill not turn over CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See 'q-O START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. Check all wiring. See 'q'o Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 10.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Clean/replace air filter. Replace spark plug. Recharge or replace battery. Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. Check all wiring. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Depress brake pedal. Disengage attachment clutch. Recharge or replace battery. Replace fuse. Clean battery terminals. Check all wiring. Check/replace ignition switch. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery. will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in =CHOKE" position. 2. Adjust throttle control. 3O
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Loss of power (continued) CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 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 screen/fins. 12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13.Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Carburetor out of adjustment. 15.Engine valves out of adjustment. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10.Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11.Clean engine air screen/ fins. 12. Clean/replace muffler. 13.Check all wiring. 14.See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 15. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Excessive 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. vibration Tighten blade bolt. 2. Bent blade mandrel. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Loose/damaged part(s). 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. 1. 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 4. Bent blade mandrel. . Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Poor cut - uneven Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Mower blades wil 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 31
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate (con't) Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" CAUSE 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Engine speed too slow. 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Blades improperly installed. 10. Improper blades used. 11 .Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Switch is "OFF". 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out 3. Faulty light switch. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Blown fuse. 1. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Poor cable connections. 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Faulty alternator. 1. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position. 2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing. . Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. CORRECTION 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. ,4. Contact aSears or other qualified service center. 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. 1.Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec- tions. 5. Replace fuse. 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connec- tions. 3. Replace regulator. 4. Replace alternator. 1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position. 2. Replace motion drive belt. 3. Purge transmission. . Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine. 32
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 SCHEMATIC BATrERY FUSE AMMETER CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SOLENOID IGNITION SWITCH POSe/ION CIRCUIT "MAKE" OFF M G4-AI NONE RUN/LIGHT B A1 A2 L RUN B A1 NONE ! START B S A1 NONE RELAy 0 NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 33
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 33 -_ 27 22 26 I f _ i I I I I I I \ I \ \ / / / / 34
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery Fender 16 176137 Switch, Interlock 21 175688 Hamess, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 22 4152J Bulb, Light 24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" 25 146147 Cable. Battery, 6 Gouge, Red, W/16 Wire 26 175158 Fuse, 20 Amp 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hexl/4-20 Unc 28 4207J Coble, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" 29 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal Op Olive 30 175566 Switch, Ignition 33 140403 Key, Ignition 40 179722 Harness, Ignition 41 71110408 Bolt, Hex Head. Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2 42 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red 43 178861 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop 81 109748X Relay Asm. 89 180449 Cover Terminal Battery NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 39 166 208. 58 208 60 3 74 13 ** 208 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRJPTION 1 174619 Chassis Stamping 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-;6 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl 11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 174330X558 Hood Assembly Laser 16 1269'38X Bompor Hood 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 STD541437 Nut 28 175049 Grille Lens Asm Laser 29 174332X599 Lens, Laser 30 175692558 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support 37 17490508 ScrswThdrol 5/16-18x ll2Tyt 38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear 39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser 58 150127 Duct Air Engine P/L LT 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 142 175762 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 175562 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT 145 156524 Jod Pivot Chassis]Hood 159 155123X428 Cupholder 166 164863 Screw 13-16x 3/4 206 170165 Bolt Shou_derS/16-15T'[" 207 17670508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x1/2TY'i-r 208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective - - 5479J Plug, Button NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 GROUND DRIVE 30 52 62 36 88
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 70 134683 HydroGr 314-0510 71 169183 8 165866 Red Shift Fender Adjust 73 169182 10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 74 137057 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 75 121749X 15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5 76 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Uno 77 19 STD541437 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16Unc 78 21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 81 22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 82 24 733.50600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric 83 25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 84 26 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 1 3/16 Ga. 89 27 STD561210 PinCotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 90 124346X 28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 95 170201 29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 96 4497H 30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 116 72140608 32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 120 73900600 34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 150 175456 35 120183X Beadng, Nylon 151 19133210 36 19211616 Washer 156 166002 37 1572H Pin, Roll 158 165.589 38 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 159 165494 39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 161 72140406 41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 162 73680400 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 163 74780416 48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 164 19091010 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 165 165623 50 S'rD523715 Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 166 166880 51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 168 165492 52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 169 165580 53 105710X Link, Clutch 197 169613 55 105709)( Spring, Return, Clutch 198 169593 56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.04 199 169612 57 140294 V-Belt 200 72140508 59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 202 72110614 61 17120614 Screw. 3/8-16 x.875 212 145212 62 8883R Cover, Pedal 250 17060612 63 175410 Pulley, Engine 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 65 STD551143 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro DESCRIPTION Keeper Belt Engine Strap Torque Lh Hydro Strap Torque Rh Hydro Spacer Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge STD581075 E-Ring 123583X Key, Square 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 165596 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 165711 SpringTorsion 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 169594 Link Transaxle 164890X428 Console, Shift Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25 Nut Lock Rg 3/8-16 Spacer Retainer Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125 Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 Plate Fastening Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18UNC Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x 1 Bolt Cart Sh 3/8~16 x 1-3/4Gr.5 Nut Hex Fig. Lock Screw 3/8-16 x .75 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 STEERING ASSEMBLY ,-----.__42 u I 29 47 67 67 40
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 139768 SteedngWheel 2 175131 Axle Asserr_ty STMP Dropped STL 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 9 3366R Bearing, Steedng Column 10 175121 Draglink 11 STDr-'_,1137 Washer, Lock 13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front 15 145212 Nut, Hexflange 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 STD561210 Pin 32 130465 Rod, Tie 36 1_ Bushing, Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge 40 STD541537 Nut LockCenter3/8-24UNF 41 100711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42 145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT 46 121232X Cap, Spindle 47 6855 Fitting, Grease 51 STD541431 NutLockHexw/Ins. 5/16-18UNC 54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 63 S'1"D523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle 67 72140616 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 68 169827 Axle, Brace 71 175146 SteedngAsm 82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front 85 133835 Fastner Christmas Tree 88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 91 175553 Clip Steering NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches I inch = 25.4 mm 41
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 ENGINE lo5<'_ /P _ 33 2, ,o / I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38 80 42
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170548 2 1772o4o8 3 ...... 4 174667 13 12-041-03 14 148456 16 STD551237 23 169837 29 137180 31 109202X 32 158990 I_'TX 37 137040 38 148315 4O 124O28X 44 17670412 45 17000612 46 19091416 77 19101216 80 74760508 81 73510400 101 M73030800 105 17120616 Control, Throttle Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No, CV490-27507 Muffler Gasket Kohler Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Shield BndDbr Guard Arrestor, Spark Tank, Fuel Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented Clamp, Hose Line, Fuel Plug, Drain Oil Easy Bushing Snap Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4 Washer 9/32 x 718 x 16 Gauge Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uncx 1/2 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc Nut Ftan-ge M8-1.25 Non-Lk Zinc Screw 3/8-16 x 1 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43
TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.272068 SEAT ASSEMBLY 5 21 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 140123 Seat 2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 3 7111O616 Bolt 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 6 STD541437 Nut 7 124181X Spring, Seat 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge 10 174894 Pan, Seat 11 166369 Knob Seat 12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 13 121248X Bushing, Snap 14 72050412 Bolt, Cardage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 15 134300 Spacer. Split .28 x .88 16 121250X Spdng 17 123976)( Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 22 STD541431 Nut 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga. 25 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-19 x ,62 NOTE= All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 44
DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 3 7 11 4 10 13 16 20 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 156811 2 177368 3 177333 4 177334 5 171763 6 133644 7 177325 8 172331 9 163204 10 156439 11 179128 8 / KEY PART NO. NO. Decal, Oper. Instr. 12 148046 Decal, HP Engine 13 177336 Decal, Hood, RH. 14 160396 Decal, Hood, L.H. 16 138047 Decal, Hood Replacement 20 149516 Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 138311 Decal, Hood Side - - 165800X428 Decal, Deck - - 165799X428 Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 169210 Decal, Fender Danger - - 181896 Decal, Deck =B" 42" - - 181897 DESCRIPTION Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic Decal, Lower Dash Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Battery Diehard Decal, Battery Ongr/Psn Eng Decal, Uft Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal By Pass LT Hydro Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES 7 4,10 3,9 11 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 59192 Valve Cap, Tire 2 65139 Stem, Valve 3 106222X Tire, Front 4 59904 Tube, FrontTire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 5 106732X427 Rim, Front 6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only) 8 106108)(427 Rim, Rear 9 122087_X Tile, Rear !0 7152J Tube, Rear'rire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 11 104757X428 Cap, Axle - - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 45
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 LIFTASSEMBLY 7 11 13 5 3 2 8 / 6 13 19 13 f 32 13 2O 2O 1! 15 46
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 3 105767X Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon 7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 11 139865 Link, Lift, LH. 12 139866 Link, Uft, R.H. 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link, Front 16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC 17 175689 Trunnion 18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC 19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 169865 Bearing, Pvt, Lift 32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 MOWER DECK 158 157 _j 67 68 142 _47 119 6 34 1 19F 21 \ 2 16 1 18 21 22 _23 24 I, 28 29 27 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 59 141043 2 STD533107 Bolt 67 149846 3 138017 Bracket Assemb;y,Sway Bar, 68 144959 Front g2 73800600 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 35/42" ask 101 136420 5 STD624008 RetainerSpring 102 71081010 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 103 19061216 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/6-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 104 STD551110 9 STD561137 Washer, Lock 105 160793 10 140296 Washar, Hardened 106 2029J 11 134149 Blade, Mulching 111 179292 13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 112 179293 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060510 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 114 S'T'D541431 16 174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 115 72110505 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/1 6-18 x 5/8 116 4898H 19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 117 165746 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 118 73930600 21 STD541431 NutCrownlock5i16-18UNC 119 S_1037 22 134753 Sliffener Bracket 129 19131312 23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 130 STD523710 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 131 STD533710 25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 142 1658g0 26 110452X Nut, Push 143 157109 27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 144 158634 28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 145 165888 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 146 171977 30 173984 Screw Thdrol DOD PT Hex 147 131335 31 129963 Washer, Spacer 148 169022 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 149 165898 33 178342 Nut, Toplook, Flanged 150 19091216 34 TD533717 Bolt 151 169670 36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 152 169676 37 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga 153 169674 40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/6-16UNC 154 169675 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 155 169671 45 STD624003 Retainer 156 169672 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 157 169669 48 133944 Washer, Hardened 158 17720408 49 174284 RollerAssembly, Cam Follower 159 72140614 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr. 5 - - 130794 51 STOr-J,1410 Locknut 52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake - - 169583 54 133943 Washer, Hardened 55 155046 Arm, Idler 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer DESCRIPTION Guard, TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval V-Belt Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Mulchor Cover Screw Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/8 Washer #10 Washer, Look #10 Latch Assembly, Bagger Nut, Weld Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H. Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H. Screw 3/3-16 x .625 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt, Shoulder Wheel, Gauge Nut, Centerlook 3/6-16 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga. Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc xt Gr. 5 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/6-16UNGx 1 Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Rat Bolt Cardage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch 42 In Washer Rat 3/8" Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention Lever Spacer RodClutch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x5/8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1- 3/4 Mandrel Assembly (Includes housing, shaft and shaft hardware only-pulley not included) Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 49
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170351 2 170352 3 170353 4 170354 5 169898 6 170355 7 170356 8 170357 9 170358 10 170359 11 170360 12 169870 13 170361 14 169869 16 170362 17 170363 18 170364 19 150771 23 170365 24 170366 27 170367 28 170368 29 170369 30 170370 31 170371 32 170389 33 142991 34 170390 35 170391 36 170392 37 150792 38 150793 39 150809 40 170393 41 170394 42 170395 43 170396 44 150797 45 170397 46 170398 47 170399 48 170400 49 170401 50 170402 51 170403 52 170404 53 170405 54 170406 55 142977 56 142978 57 150798 58 170407 Main Housing, Assembly 59 170408 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Center Section, Assembly 61 142882 Swashplate, Trunion 62 142887 Machined 63 170410 Block - Assembly Sealant 10.50z 64 142892 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 65 170411 1.25 66 170412 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double 67 170413 End 68 170414 Shaft, Input 69 170415 Ring - Retaining 70 170416 Spacer 71 170417 Ring - Retaining Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 72 170418 Ball Brg 17ram Id X 40ram Od X 12mm 73 142884 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/ 16-24X0.75 74 170419 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 75 170420 Arm, Control Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 76 170421 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 77 170422 Shaft, Motor 78 142969 Gear - Pinion, 13t 79 142980 10t/48t Gear 80 150778 Gear, 10t Jackshaft 601 Bull Gear 81 170423 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 82 170424 X .625 SleeveBearing(Outboard) 83 161168 .75x1.750x.625 84 170425 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X 85 170426 .13 Thk 87 142917 Lip Seal Axle Seal 88 170429 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 90 170430 R.H_ 93 170431 Sha , Axle .76 X 16.99 (Key, 107 170432 L.H.) 108 170433 Miter Gear (Splined) Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 109 170434 Shaft 111 170435 Ring, Spiral Retaining 113 170437 Pin, Jackshaft Maf_net, Ring 116 170438 Sprmg, Bypass 119 170439 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 120 170440 2.5 Long 121 170441 Filter Base, Filter Actuator, Bypass 122 170442 Rod, Bypass Actuator 123 170443 Arm, Bypass 124 170444 Retaining Ring .250 External Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 125 170445 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d 126 170446 X .05 Thk Retaining Ring 127 170447 Bearing, Center Block 128 173165 Spring - Helical Compression Washer 900 166768 20w-50 Oil Brake Yoke Rotor, Brake Brake Puck Puck Plate Brake Actuating Pin Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/ Patch,SpecialFlange Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch Spacer Spring, Brake Arm Bias Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed Arm, Brake Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 Compression Spring Brake Anti-Drag Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D. X .032 Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8 O.D Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25 Check Plug Assembly, .027, Washer Stud, 5/16-24 Fdction Pack Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975 Spring, Helical Comp Spacer Hex Lock Nut 5/16- 24Unjf(Nylon Insert) Wedge, Friction Pack Clip, Washer .316x1.50x.1046 (Plated) Pin, Standard Headless Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube Hose, Expansion Tank Cap - Poppet Valve Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32X1/2 Puck, Inner Wedge Spring Clip - Housing Thrust Deflector Washer,Motor Shaft .71idx1.15odx.030thk Plug, Sae #6 O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D. Bracket, Support Expansion Tank Silicon Sponge Fan, 7 In. Pulley Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert) Washer, Belleville Belt Keeper Center Section-Filter-Bypass Assembly Filter Assembly Fan - Pulley Service Assembly Seal - O-Ring Kit Kit, Expansion Tank Transaxle Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I 9 11 13 2 _RANKCASE.J \ 18 20 19 18 1 18 5m_ 11 12 52
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 1 12-032-03-S 2 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 2 12-067-12-S 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Qty. 2), 12 041 02-S, & 12 3 12-445-02-S 041 03-S) 4 M-83g025-S 3 12-411-03-S Rod, push (2) 4 12-041-10-S Gasket, cylinder head 5 24-380-13-S 5 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 6 12-010-31-S 6 12-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) 7 12-422-08-S 7 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8" 12-422-09-S 8 12-318-36-S Cylinder Head 12-422-10-S 9 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (2) 10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422-11-S 11 M°640034-S Screw, hex. flange 12-422-12-S M6xl.0x34 (2) 12-422-13-S 12 12-089-34-S Spring, valve (2) 12-422-07-S 13 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (2) 8 12-144-28-S 14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2) 9 12-874-07-S 15 12-468-05-S Washer, plain 13/32" 16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 12-874-11-S port 12-874-08-S 17 12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange 12-874-09-S M10x1.5x81 (5) 10 12 018 02-S 18 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) 11 12-108-07-S 19 12-326-18-S Hose, breather 12-108-08-S 20 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange 12-108-09-S M6xl.0x20 (5) 12 12-067-11-S 21 12-096-45-S Cover, valve w/nipple 12-067-06-S 22 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 13 12-380-01-S M5x0.8xl0 14 12-043-05-S 23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed 15 M-631005-S 24 12-402-02-S Reed, breather 16 12-144-02-S NOT ILLUSTRATED 1 7 52-139-09-S 12-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) 18 12-755-64-S 12-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) 19 X-25-102-S 20 12-032-01-S 21 M-631015-S 22 12-154-05-S Seal, crankshaft Crankcase (Use Short Block 12 522 51) Strap, lifting Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x25 Pin, locating (4) Camshaft assembly Shim, camshaft - blue (A.R.) Shim, camshaft - red (A.R.) Shim, camshaft - yellow (A.R.) Shim, camshaft - green (A.R.) Shim, camshaft - grey (A.R.) Shim, camshaft - black (A,R.) Shim, camshaft - white (A.R.) Shaft, balance Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (Includes 11,12) Piston wiring Set (.08) Piston w/Ring Set (.25) Piston wiring Set (.50) Retainer, piston pin (2) Ring Set (Std.) Ring Set (.25) Ring Set (.50) Connecting Rod (Std.) Connecting Rod (.25) Pin, governor regulating Gear, governor Washer, plain 6 mm Shaft, governor gear Plug, cup Kit, governor cross shaft w/ clip (Includes 22) Washer, plain 1/4" Seal, governor cross shaft Washer, plain 6 mm Clip, hitch pin NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 53
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL] 13 / [,." _'-_ 9--11 AIR INTAKE I 2-8 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESI \ 4 5 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 IGNITiON/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange 1 M10xl.5x46 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 2 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 3 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6xl.0x16 (4) 4 12-157-06-S Fan X-42-15-S Key 5 12-025-15-S Flywheel 6 12-155-09-S Connector 7 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 8 (2) 9 12-085-09-S Stator- 15 amp M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange 10 a5x0.Sx20 (2) 11 12-154-06-S Clip, cable (2) 41-403-09-S Rectifier-regulator - 15 amp X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" M-639016-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0xt6 (2) 236602-S Connector 12-132-02-S Spark Plug X-728-1-S Clip, cable (2) M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0 (2) 12-584-04-S Module, ignition NOT ILLUSTRATED 12-t76-44-S Harness, wiring 24-518-12-S Lead, black (6" - 12 gauge- insulated grip barrel eyelet terminals) 12-518-35-S Lead, white (36" - 18 gauge - fully insulated push on tab and uninsulated socket terminals) X-25-5-S Washer, plain 5/16" (attach ground lead and this washer to lift strap screw) 2O M-545010-S 24-468-10-S 12-146-07-S M-550010-S 24-096-05-S 12-027-55-S 12-063-18-S 25-154-02-S 12-086-37-S 12-063-20-S M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8xlO (6) Washer, plain 1/4" Plato, blower housing Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 Cover, pinion Housing, blower Baffle, intake side Clip, mounting (3) Screw, captive washer M5x0.Sx20 (3) Baffle, cytinder head Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (2) 12 12-063-19-S Baffle, cylinder NOT ILLUSTRATED M-541050-S Nut, hex. flange M5x0,8 AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION KEY PART NO. NO. 1 12-281-02-S 2 25-341-03-S 3 12-096-44-S 4 12-083-12-S 5 12-100-08-S 6 12-083-10-S 7 12-743-12-S 8 12o032-11-S 9 12-094-14-S 10 12-072-04-S 11 12-086-01-S 13 12-041-02-S NOT ILLUSTRATED 12-113-53-S DESCRIPTION Duct, air Knob, air cleaner cover Cover, air cleaner Precleaner, element Wing Nut Kit, air cleaner element (Includes 5, 7, 8) Filter, element (Includes 5, 8) Seal 1-7/16" Base, air cleaner (Includes 11, 12) Stud, mounting plate M6xt .0x75 Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread f forming (2) Gasket, air cleaner Decal, air cleaner NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 55
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 STARTING SYSTEM I 1 0 o O 5-- 81 ENGINE CONTROLS I 1 / tl 2 4 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I 2@3 0----4 7_ O t--10 11 56
TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PAR]" NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 2 M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 1 M8x1.25x70 (2) 2 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 3 3-8) 4 12-755-54-S Kit, ddve end 12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 5 12-170-05-S Armature 12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 6 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 12-211-01-S Bo_t, hex. flange 1/4-20x4- 7 5/8 (2) OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 12-038-01-S 25-755-13-s 12-153-09-S 12-153-02-S 12-123-O4-S M-645025-S 12-153-01-S 25-162-07-S 12-096-03-S M-545016-S 25-462-09-S 12-050-01-S 25-139-57-S 12-393-01-S 12-153-06-S 12-096-34-S M-545016-S 12-032-03-S 24-086-16-S 24-086-17-S 12-199-56-S Dipstick assembly (Includes 2-3) Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3) O-Ring, oil fill cap O-Ring, upper oil fill tube Tube, oil fil! Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 O-Ring, lower oil fill tube Screen, oil p_ckup Cover, oil pickup screen Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl 6 Valve, oil pressure relief Filter, oil Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8" Pump assembly, oil O-Ring, oil pump cover Cover, oil pump Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx16 (3) Seal, oil (P.T.O. end) Screw, hex. flange MSxl.25x45 (11) Screw, hex. flange M8xl.25x45 Oil pan assembly (Includes 11,14-17) 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 DESCRIPTION 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 12-079-11 -S t 2-237-01-S 24-086-43-S M-664020-S 12-536-10-S M-443025-S M-443020-S 12-089-11-S 12-O89-23-S 12-089-24-S 12-755-83-S 12-100-07-S 52-211-04-S 12-090-28-S 25-158-08-S 12-079-10-S 25-158-11-S Linkage, choke Clamp, cable Screw, hex. flange Screw, lobed socket M6xl.0x20 (2) Control, speed assembly (Includes 6-9) Screw, pan head M4x0.Tx25 Screw, pan head M4x0.7x20 Spdng, choke (2) Spring, choke return Spring, governor Kit, governor lever (Includes 12-14) Nut, hex flange 1/4-20 Bolt, 1!4-20x1" Lever, governor Bushing, throttle linkage Linkage, throttle Bushing, throttle linkage NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 57
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 CRANKSHAFT I 2_,.._ FUEL SYSTEM j --t EXHAUST I 6 / /" 5 / 58
TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.272068 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27507 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP'rlON 1 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 1 2 M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) 2 3 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 4,5,6 [qty 1], wire EXHAUST tie 12-454-03-S, Terminal 25-452-20-S) KEY PART 4 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner NO. NO. 5 12-053-118 Carburetor assembly (For information only not 1 available separately) 2 (Includes Kit, float 3 12-757-02-S Kit, carburetor repair 12-757- 4 03-S, Kit, solenoid 5 repair 12-757-33-S) 6 12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2) 7 12-265-06-S Deflector, heat 8 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) 9 25-353-10-S Line, fuel 9" 10 25-050-07-S Filter, fuel (in-line) 11 47-154-01-S Clip cable NOT ILLUSTRATED *M-561010-S Screw, thread forming Washer, lock 1/4" Kit, float Kit, carburetor repair Kit, solenoid repair Tie cable Terminal Lead, red, (37" - 20 gauge - insulated socket and uninsulated socket terminals) *attaches carburetor ground lead to carb baffle. M5x0.8xl0 *X-22-11-S 12-757-02-S 12-757-03-S 12-757-33-S 12-454-03-S 25-452-20-S 12-518-37-S 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 25-139-27-S Plug, cup DESCRIPTION 25-072-04-S Stud, MBxl.25x33(2) 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaust manifold 12-126-88-S Bracket, muffler mounting 12-126-87-S Bracket, lifting strap M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange i6xl.0x20 (2) 12 522 49 Short Block 12-756-93-S Gasket Set NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 59
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