Craftsman 917.27207 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRN I 17.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.272070 • Safety = Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en- gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment, For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am- 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/crsftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................................ 11 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 17 Maintenance ....................................... 17 Service and Adjustments .................... 21 Storage ............................................... 27 Troubleshooting ................................. 28 Repair Parts ........................................ 32 Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters. • Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine. • Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. • Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami- nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its purchase date. • Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War- ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN- HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2
IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects, Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. • Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower- related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the r{ding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss- of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. Keep all movement on the slopes slow end gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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 sr'noke. - 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. • Slop 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 pads, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, an( use extra caution when servicing then • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never 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. 4 • 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. ,_Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. ,_ CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. ,_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. ,_ CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. ,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. ,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS 3APACITY UNLEADED t_ND TYPE: REGULAR 31LTYPE SAE 10W30 (ABOVE 32°F) _.PI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC 3AP: .040") GROUND SPEED FORWARD: (MPH): 1 sT 1.2 2 "D 1.5 3 _D 2.4 4 TM 3.5 5 TM 4.8 6 TM 5.3 REVERSE: 1.5 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM: BATTERY: 15AMPS @ 3600 RPM AMP/HR: 30 MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE: U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a 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 qualifyed service center. We have competent, well-trained technicians 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 "Cus- tomer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual. _ WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). 6
Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steerin__ 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 t teering Extension Shaft Seat (£Washer @ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Slope Sheet For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Video Cassette
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers (2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. 2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat. 3. Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR 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 [ocknut. Tighten securely. 2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure, INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. 4. Remove 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. / Insert '" ._--3/8 Hex Bot ,_3/8 Lock Washer _ , arge Fiat ...... _ Washer Wheel ,_) _jSteering r ._._-_" .'_ Boot Steering / / , Adapter_'_ i_Extension Shaft 1 4' 5/16 Locknut _-- 5/16 Hex Bolt / LowerSteering_" _i _ Tab Shaft "..... , Slots 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. HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). 8
Label Batten,, Door Terminal 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. 8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat J Bolt Flat Wa_ Adjustm_een 't':i_i _ NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 4. Roll tractor forward off skid. 5. Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) • _II, WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well,ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. 3. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. 4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. 5. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position, 6. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. 7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. 8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid. 9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position. 10. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. 9
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. ,_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. Mulcher Deflector_ Plate Shield Latch Hooks TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory, NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are de- signed for discharging and bagging also. CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin- flared at the factory for shipping pur- poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. ,/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVlEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: • / All assembly instructions have been completed. #" No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/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. J" Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. WHILE LEARNING HOWTO 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 operating condition. 10
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP 11 _ LIGHT l FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT _r_'l R N H L (®)_1 ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED IGNITION KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 11 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only)
KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lever Light Switch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever , Height Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates charging ( ) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. THRO'Iq'LE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed. 12
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. 2. Place parking brake lever in "EN- GAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever Position Throttle/ ition Key Choke Clutch/ Brake Brake "Disengaged' Position STOPPING Gearshift Lever Position MOWER BLADES • TO stop mower blades,move attach- ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position. • Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke to stop engine. I IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged, (dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. ,_CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever. 1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Move gearshift lever to desired position. 3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears. Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your transaxle. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approxi- mately t-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. 13
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice• Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position• Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual)• 2• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground• Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder belt, 3/ 8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely• 3. Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. Mountir Locknut 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• Attachment Clutch Lever Attachemnt E gaged __ _Lift Lever High Position __ "_'_ _ Position ._ l Position 'Disengaged I ' : Position : i ,,_ ! ' _ Deflector Shield IJ TO OPERATE ON RILLS ,_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills• • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hi_ls. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position• • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear• Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement• • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position• • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor• Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). 14
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTINGTHE 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. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART' in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. _ ,_ i ! _ ,!'_,_ _-_.Oil Fill Cap/ ''" Dipstick i ? ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 clays or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1, Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- GAGED" position. 4. Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 5. 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) 6. 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. 15
COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 6. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depend- ing on the temperature. • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See 'q'O ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MOWlNGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adkustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu- tion of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by 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. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will ptug mower and reave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throtUe when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. 16 MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS 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 )awe. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpen- dicular to the first cut path. • Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation I1_ II _ CheCk Tire Pressure _ I_ check Operalor Pre_ence and InterlOCk Systems I_ Check for LOOse Fasteners I_ _ IJ Sharpen/Replace Mowe_ Blades 1_4 __ Lubrication Chad -- -- I Check Battery Level Clean Baltery and Terminals I_ If Check Transaxle Cooling If AdlUSt Blade Belt(s) Tension KS Adjusl MotK3n Drive E_elt(S ) Tens,on I_s CheCk Engine Oil Level I_ _1_ Change Engine Oil I_t2: I_ Clean Air Filter 11/2 Clean Air Screen I_ Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter (ff equipped) I_1 ; Clean Engirte Cooling Fins I[_ Replace Spark Plug _ II_ Replace Air Filter Pager Carlridge I_z Replace Fuel Filter J I_ 1 Changemoreoffenw_operath_underahe=vyk,_,dorlnhlghar,,b_nt_m_ratu_ 5-1f_*=p_e_thadJ_,sla_esystem 2 S_rvi¢omo_oolletlwhonop_rahngi_dldyordu=lycor, dit_ns 3. Jl =*quipped w_h oil f_ter chang_ oil ov,,ty 5O hoarG 4. ReplacQ Idade,_ mo_ ellen w_ mowing Ir_ s_ndy _oil 6. NOl r_*m_red i{ oquir, ped with ma_nt,m_r_-f ree b_tl_rV 7 TightBn_fontaxl,,_v,,tboltlo35ft Ib_ m_ximum Do nol ovottlghl_ GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check engine oil level. 2, Check brake operation. 3. Check tire pressure. 4. Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation. 5. Check for loose fasteners, LUBRICATION CHART indle Zerk Zerk /_Front Wheel _. Wheel Bearing Bearing Zerk Zerk (nSAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL _2/GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE _,3 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-lubricat- ing bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 17
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. NOTE= To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment 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. Mandrel Assembly Trailing Edge Up Blade Center '_ Hole Flat Wasber, Lock _2._Hex Bolt (Grade)*'-_ *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal- ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. / / 5/8 BA'I-rERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with 18 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. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. 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 petroleum jelly. 6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation, Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change, All oil must meet API service c_asaitioation SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm, • Catch oil in a suitable container. 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. 2. Remove cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting, 3, Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the end of the drain valve. 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished, Oil Drain Valve Closed and _-_I#--,,_L_:Z_;, |_ _ Drain Tube CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers, CLEAN AIR INTAKFJCOOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. oil level. 19
Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Remove knob and cover. 2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off 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 • Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. 7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge. 8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut. cover and tighten knob securely. _;_ver Knob Air Cle_ L _,_._9 Nut Cover ( _Rubber Foa_ ' _'.._ ) Grommet P[e_ner _. _ "Paper Cartridge Air_[_z__. \Air Cleaner Screen [ . Base MUFFLER 3. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could 4. create a fire hazard and/or damage. 2O SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. 1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug). 2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter. 3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter. 4. Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an addi- tional 1/2 turn. 5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA- TIONS" section of this manual. 6. Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation. 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. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.
C'am0 / / C,om Fuel Pi,ter 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 crean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a short- ened engine life. ,_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, 2. Place gearshift 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 bert off engine pulley. 4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. 5. Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket. 6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. 7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. 8. Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. Small Retainer Spring Clutch Spring_, 9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame, TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor. 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position. 4. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. . ,._ .2 . ,t -_'':-" "_":"-_- Square Hole Suspension Arms ,- ine Pulley Retainer Anti-Sway Springs (Both Sides) Housing Guide \\ Larg g 21
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 Ground Mower to Ground \ / Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown, • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. _ I o _ Mandrel Q Suspension -. Arm o - - iT I I-- _J,=l- • Lift Link ______L_ *' _,_.._/Adju st ment _Nut FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT; Deck must be level side-to- side.If the following front-to-back adjust- ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH Jut "E" Nut "F" Front Trunnion Links 22
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1, Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler purleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - 4. Install new belt in reverse order of removal. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 6. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Mandrel Pulley _ Idler Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxre. 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 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". 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. 23 With Parking Brake "Engaged" Nut "A" Jam Nut TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers. 4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley. 5. Install new belt by reversing above procedure. Engine Pulley-- Clutohing-_-- --_,A_ Idler Stationary--" Id{er / Transaxle _. "-'
TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: 1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move freely, the transaxle is in neutral. 2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel. 3. Position the gear shift lever in the neutral (N) position. 4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate Adjustment Bolt TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Washers Retainin( Ring Axle Cover i Square Key (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ,_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BA'I-I'ERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehical must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. 24
Positive Terminal Negative Terminal .ex Bolt Positive Terminal Negative Terminal REPLACING BATTERY ,_CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor• 3. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 4. First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. 5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. 6. Close battery box door. Battery Door Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 1. Raise hood• 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. To replace, reverse above procedure. ,_ Hood I i Headlight Wire 25
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 authonzed engine manufectureCs service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as 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 both holes. 4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill bit. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, tuming the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fueVair mixture. Tuming the adjusting needles out (counter- clsekwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a ricber fueVair mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and seats in carburetor may result if turned in too tight. NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission, it is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. 1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted property (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 seeed 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, turn idle fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then tum out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions. 5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces- sary. 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-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. s rPecedetC _ ver Idle Speed Adjusting_,,f_ I 26
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. ,_ CAUT|ON: 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, BAFrF_RY • Fully charge the battery for storage, • After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI- NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposites from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experiance indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of and engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable 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. 27
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Enginewill not turn over Engine clicks but will not start i 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment 10.Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug, 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Carburetor out of adjustment 8. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Blown fuse. 5. Corroded battery terminals. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 9. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Weak or dead battery. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Clean/replace air filter. 6 Replace fuel filter. 7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 8. Check all wiring. 19. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 10. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Replace spark plug. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuel filter. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 8. Check all wiring. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuse. 5. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check all wiring. 7. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Recharge or replace batter 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Check all wiring. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 28
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART tROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Lossofpower 1. Cuttingtoo muchgrass/too Excessive vibration Enginecontinues to run when operator leaves seat with with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven fast. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 14" 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. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. CORRECTION 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed. 2. Adjust throttle control. 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 carbura tor, 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 Adjustments section. 15. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Engine "backfires' when turning engine "OFF" CAUSE 11. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 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) 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. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. CORRECTION 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10.Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11.Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec- tions. 5. Replace fuse. 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connec- tions. 3. Replace regulator. 4. Replace alternator. 1. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds befor stopping engine. 30
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 RED _ED IGNITION SWITCH RELAY NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING 31
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 22 32
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 8 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 33 4O 41 42 43 45 52 81 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 156417 Case Battery 161343 Switch, Intedock 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 ' red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 175158 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 160784 Switch Plunger Normal Op Olive 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Ign 170219 Hamess Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red 175141 Solenoid 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp 141940 Protection Wire Loop 109748X RelayAsm NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 29 _1S9 17-- , 60_ 1_ _ // /30 212_ 3g 166 6O :34
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 11 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H. 12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grtlle P/L 13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17 174330X558 Hood AsSembly 18 126938X BumperHood 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x12 Gauge 26 STD541437 Nut 28 174331X558 Grille 29 174332X599 Lens 30 164919X558 Fend/Ftrest 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support 37 17490606 Screw Thdrol 5/16-19 x 1/2 38 169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear 39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser Lt 58 150127 Duct Air Engine 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 79 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8016UNC 114 158112 Keeper Bell Rear Lh Stl P930 115 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 142 165867 PlateReinforcementSTLT 143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT 145 156524 Rod Pivot ChaSSis/Hood 159 155123X429 CupholderSfltBlack 168 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-16 Tr 207 17670508 Screw Thdrot 5/16-18 x 1/2 Ty8 208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 211 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock 212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective - - 5479J Plug, Button NOTE: All componenl dimensions given in U,S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 rnm 35
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 GROUND DRIVE 197 21 10 14 16 _ ( - 169 164_44 18 32 30 166 156 5 18 62 35 37 34 • 22 I 26 27 11G • 150 / 48 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. 1 ........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 63 Peedess 206-545C 64 2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 65 3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 66 4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 70 5 121526X Strap, Torque 74 6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 75 8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 76 10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 77 11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 76 13 74550412 Bo6 1/4-26 UNF W/Patch Gr. 6 79 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 80 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 x Gr,5 81 18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1Gr. 5 62 19 STD541437 Nui 83 21 106933X Knob 84 22 130804 Rod. Brake 85 24 STD541237 Nut 89 25 106886X Spring, Brake Rod 90 26 STD551037 Washer 96 27 STD561210 Ptn 112 28 145204 Rod. Parking Brake 113 29 71673 Cap. Parking Brake 116 30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 120 32 STD523107 Bolt 145 34 155071 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 150 35 120183X Bearing, NyIon 161 36 STD551062 Washer 156 37 STD571610 Ro]l Pin 158 38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 159 39 STD533727 Bolt 161 40 4470J Spacer, Split .395 x .59 162 41 165838 Keeper, Belt, Idter 163 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12Ga. 164 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 165 48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Dry Stl 166 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 168 50 STD523715 Bog 169 51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 170 52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 197 53 105710X Link, Clutch 198 55 105709X Spring, Clutch Return 202 58 STD623712 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 212 57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive 59 189891 Keeper, Belt, Center Span 61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 62 8883R Cover, Pedal PART NO. DESCRIPTION 140186 Pulley, Engine 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 STD551143 washer 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, RH. 137057 Spacer, Axle 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. STD881075 E-Ring 123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/1865 121746X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga STD580025 Key Woodruff 145090 Arm, Shift 165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20 165711 Spring, Torsion 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 166231 Link Transaxle 150360 Nut. Nylock 158391 X426 Console, Shift. STLT 124348X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4 STD624003 Retainer Spring 1" 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. 127285X Strap Torque 90 Degrees 72140616 Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1 73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc 74490540 Boll, Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 165850 Bushing Bellcrank Grd. Drive 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10Ga. 166002 Washer Srrted 5/1610 x 1.125 165589 Bracket Shift Mount 165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr,5 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr 5 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever 166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,561 165580 Plate Fastening Lt 173898 Keeper Belt Transaxle G ear 169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8 ID 169593 Washer Nyliner 7/8 ID x .105 Hd 72110612 Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 STEERING ASSEMBLY _-- 38 _ 83 - .- • 4.- I' - 1 __,'i _1 _--42 38
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 15 17 18 19 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 3O 32 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 46 47 51 54 62 63 65 66 67 68 79 50 82 85 139768 SteerlngWheel 154427 Axle Asseml_y STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 S_nble Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 123O0_29 Ring, Klip 3366R Beadng, Steering Column 169882 Oraglink STD551137 Washer, Lock 136518 Spacer Beadng Axle Front 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock 156546 Shaft Assembly, Steering 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x ,750 x .033 160395 Support, Shaft 165857 Screw, Hex Wsh Hd Torx 165851 Pittman Shaft Assembly 154406 Bracket, Steedng 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 136874 Gear, Sector 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 STD561210 Pin Cotter 130465 Rod,Tie 155099 Bushing, Steedng 152927 Screw 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/6 x 12 Gauge STD5415.37 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf 100711L Adaptor, Steedng Wheel 145054X428 Boot, Steedng Shaft 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 153720 Extension Shaft Steedng LR,LT 121232X Cap, Spindle 6&55M Fitting, Grease STD541431 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 167902 Kil Steering Asm Se_,ice STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 160367 Spacer Brace Axle 154404 BeadngArm Piftman 72140618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 169827 Axle, Brace 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga. 74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front 133835 Fastener Chdstmas Tree NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 32_._ i_- 44 _ _46 31 / _ 33 29 4o / OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38 ! i 14 _105 8o_ 'i 4 i KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170548 Control, Throttle 2 17720410 Screw. Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/6 3 ...... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model CV490-27505 4 159420 Muffler 13 12-041-03 Gasket 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 STD551237 Washer 23 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 29 137180 Arrestor, Spark 31 109202X Tank, Fuel 32 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented 33 123487X Clamp, Hose KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 37 137040 Line, Fuel 38 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy 40 184088X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line 44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll 1/4-20 x 3/4 45 17000612 Screw Hxwsb Tbdr 3/8-16 x 3/4 46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga 77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 80 74760508 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2 81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 101 M730308CO Nut Flange M8-1.85 Non-Lk Zinc 105 1712(3616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 NOTE: All component dimensions given in US inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 4O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 140123 Seat 13 121248X 2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 134300 4 19131610 Washer13/32X3/4XlOGa 16 121250)( 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X 6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 21 171852 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 SIk Zi 22 STD541431 8 1700(O16 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 24 19171912 9 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X 10 174894 Pan Pnt Seat (blk) 11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 B_k Pnt Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 U nc-2A Nut Hex LOck w/Ins 5/16-18 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X l 2Ga. Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41
DECALS TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 13 13 6 3 11 11 \ 10 2O 7 5 \ 12 14 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156368 2 171764 3 177333 4 177334 5 138047 6 133644 7 177367 8 172331 9 163204 10 156439 DESCRIPTION Decal. Oper, Instr. Decal, Replacemenl Decal, Hood, R.H. Decal, Hood, L,H. Decal, Battery Decal, Customer Maintenance Decal, HP Engine Decal, Mower Srs Decal, Fender, Craftsman Decal. Fender Danger KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 11 177325 Decal, Hood Side 12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 13 177353 Decal. Dash Panel 14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Scbematic 20 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng - - 138311 Decal, Lift Handle -- 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT -- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT - - 177385 Owner's Man ual. English -- 177386 Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Value Tire 2 65139 Stem Value 3 106222X Tire F TS 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060 5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"front White Service 6 278H Fitting Grease 7 9040H Beadng Flange 8 106108X427 Rim Asm 8"rear Whtte Service 9 122082X Tire R Ts 20 X 10-8 Service 10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service 11 104757X428 Cap Axle SIk 1 E0 X 1 00 • - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 42
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 LIFT ASSEMBLY ,_ 7 3 I 6 # 5 4 20 " 1718 20 20 \\ - ,1-_ _ 2o\ / 15 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Washer Asm inner Spring W/ Plunger 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 3 108767X Pin Groove 4 12000(308 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 6 t20183X Bearing Nylong 7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Read 11 139868 Link Asm Lift L,H. 12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H, KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 13 STD624CO8 Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 17 t 30171 Trunnion Bik Zinc 18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 169865 Beadng, Pvt. Lift 32 73540600 Nut CrownloCk 3/8-24 NOTE: All cornponerlt dimensions given in U.S. inches I inch = 25.4 mm 43
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 MOWER DECK 34 116 113 111 11 117 _ 1: 118 _ -130 5 6 19 21 I I 21 22 23 / 24 ,I !; 28 I' 117 _116 27 44
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 67 149846 2 STD533107 Bolt 68 144959 3 138017 BracketAssembly,SwayBar. 92 STD541437 Front 101 136420 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 102 71081010 5 STD624008 BetainerSprlng 103 19061216 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 104 STD551110 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 105 160793 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 106 2C_9J 10 140296 Washer, Hardened 111 155197 11 134149 Blade,Mulching 112 155198 13 137645 Bhalt Assembly. Mandrel, 113 17060514 Vented 114 73510500 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 115 72110504 15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 116 4898H 16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 117 165746 18 72140505 Bolt. Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 118 73630600 19 132827 Bo8, Shoulder 119 19121414 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 121 143723 21 STD541431 NutCrownlockS/16-18UNC 129 19131312 22 134763 Stiffener Bracket 130 STD523710 23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 131 STD533710 24 105304X Cap. Sleeve 142 165890 25 123713K Spring, Torsion, Deflector 143 157109 26 110452X Nut, Push 144 158634 27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 145 165888 28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 146 171977 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 147 131335 30 157722 ScrewThdrol Washer Head 148 169022 31 129963 Washer, Spacer 149 165898 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 150 19091216 33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 151 169670 34 STD533717 Bolt 162 169676 35 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 153 189674 36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 154 169675 37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16Ca. 155 169671 40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC 156 169672 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 157 169669 45 STD624C03 Retainer 158 17720410 46 137729 Screw, Thd, Roll 1/4-20x 5/8 159 72140614 48 133944 Washer Hardened - - 130794 49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 -- 169583 51 STD541410 LOCknut 52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 54 133943 Washer, Hardened 55 155046 Arm, Idler 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler DESCRIPTION Knob Custom Oval V-Belt Nut Mulcber Cover Screw Washer #10 Washer, Lock Latch Assembly. Bagger Nut, Weld Bracket Gauge Wheel Lh Bracket Gauge Wheel Rh Screw 5/16-18 Uric Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc Bolt Cart 5/16-Unc x 1/2 Bolt Shoulder Wheel Gauge Btd Nut Centedock 3/8-16 Unc Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 4 Ca. Bracket Extruded Gauge Wheel Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12Ca. Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5 Bolt, Rdhd Sqpk 3/8-16UNC xl Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16Ca. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch 42 In Washer Fiat 3/6" Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention Lever Spacer Rod Clutch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4 Mandrel Assembly (_ncludes Key Numbers 8-10, 13-15,31 and 32) Mower Deck, Complete (Standard Deck, Order Separately Mulcher Plate and Gauge Wheel Components, Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-121) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 45
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 47 6O 41A 7g 46
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C RFJ = PART REF PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 2 780086A Needle Searing 5/6" 42 792073A 3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A 4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790028 6 779364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066 6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 7 778338 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690 6 792188 Shift Key 48 774691 8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338 18 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352 12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 54 778346 (Include. 14) 56 778355 14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 57 778337 (Include. 13) 58 778353 15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351 17 786188 Drive Pin 60 778349 18 788102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778346 20 792077A Ball 8/16" dia 65 780189 21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 66 776422 22 792079 Spring ,310 OD x .625 L 67 776396 25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 89 792170 25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 70 786187 26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 788069 27 792035 Retaining Ring 71B 788092 28 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090 29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x.031W 77 788078A 29A 780160 Thrust Washer .782 ID x.O31W 79 792144 29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 IO x,031 W 82 778333 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 83 778338 30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 85 792154 31 780001 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W 87 788089A (Use As Needed) 150 788093A 31A 780195 FlatWasher.7501Dx,062W 157 789088A 32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 190 730229A 34 780194 Bushing .563 900 794712 35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID 35A 780197 Flanged Bushing .751 36 790075 Brake Disk 37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) 39 7860'26 Dowel Pin 40 792076A Flat Washer .312 ID x ,059W Brake Lever Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1 /4" Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" Locknut 5 / 16 - 24 Brake Pad Holder Spacer .2625 x 1.0 Brake Lever Bracket Axle (11-15 / 16" Long) Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long) Spur Gear (29 teeth) Spur Gear (27 teeth) Spur Gear (23 teeth) Spur Gear (19 teeth) Spur Gear (16 teeth) Spur Gear (15 teeth) Spur Gear (11 teeth) Spur Gear (13 teeth) Spur Gear (17 teeth) Spur Gear (21 teeth) Spur Gear (24 teeth) Spur Gear (25 teeth) Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W Input Shaft Shifter & Brake Shaft Retaining Ring Spacer .890 Square Cut Ring "O"Ring Fiat Washer 1.128 ID x .088W Inverted Retaining Ring Spring .438 OD x .5000 L Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth) Spur Gear (27 teeth) Oil Fill Plug Oil Seal 9 / 16" Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone Oil Seal 3/4" Gear Oil 80W80 Replacement M ST - 266-545C Transaxle NOTIE: All component dimensiolls given in U.S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHERI 21 24 /' 20 19 18 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 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 Seal, crankshaft 2 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 2 Block, cylinder 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Use Shor_ Block 12 522 (Qty. 2), 12 041 02-S, & 12 49) 041 03-S) 3 12-445-02-S Strap, lifting 3 12-411-03-S Rod, push (2) 4 M-839025-S Screw. hex. flange 4 12-041-10-S Gasket, cygn_3er head M8x1.25x25 5 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 5 24-380-13-S Dowel, locating (4) 12-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) 6 12-755-49-S Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8) 5 12-016-01-S VaJve. exhaust (Std,) 7 12-089-31-S Spring, actuating 18-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) 8 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) blue 7 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8" 12-422-09-S Shim, camshaft _A.R.) red 8 12-318-36-S Cylinder Head 12_422-10-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) 9 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (2) yellow 10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) green 11 M-640034-S Screw, hex. ftange 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray M6xl.0x34 (2) 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) black 12 12-089-01-S Spring, valve (2) 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) white 13 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (2) 9 12-144-28-S Shaft, balance 14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2) 10 12-874-07-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) 15 12-465-05-S Washer, plain 13/32" (_nc_udeS 11,12) 16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 12-874-11-S Piston w/Ring Set (.08) port 12-874-08-S Piston w/Ring Set (.25) 17 12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange 12-874-o9-S Piston w/Ring Set (.50) M10x1.5x81 (5) 11 12 018 02-S Retainer, piston pin (2) 18 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2) 12 12-108-07-S Ring Set (Std.) 19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather 12-108-08-S Ring Set (.25) 20 M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange 12-108-09-S Ring Set (.50) M6xl.0x20 (5) 13 12-067-11-S Connecting Rod (Std,) 21 12-096-07-S Cover, valve w/nipple 12-O67-06-S Conr_ecting Rod (,25) 22 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 14 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating M5x0.8xl0 15 12-043-05-S Gear, governor 23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed 16 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm 24 12-402-02-S Reed, breather 17 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear 18 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 19 12-755-E4-S Kit, gov, cross shaft w/clip (Includes 23) 20 X-25_102-S Washer, plain 1/4" 21 12-032-01-S Seat. governor crOss shaft 22 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm 23 12-t54-05-S Clip, hitch pin NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 254 mm 49
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL I BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I 0-8J- 4 5 5O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 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 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange 1 M-545010-S M1Ox1.5x46 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 2 24-468-10-S 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 3 12-146-07-S 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 4 M-550010-S (4) 12-157-06-S Fan 5 24-096-05-S X-42-15-S Key 6 12-027-76-S 12-025-f 5-S Flywheel 7 12-063-18-S 12-155-09-S Connector 8 25-154-02-S M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 9 12_086-37-S (2) 12-085-09-S Stator f0 12-063-20-S M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange 11 M-645016-S M5x0.8x20 (2) 12-154-06-S Clip, cable (2) 12 12-063-19-S 41-403-09-S Regulator, rectifier - 15 amp NOT ILLUSTRATED X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" M-541050-S M-639016-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (2) AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION 236602-S Connector 12-t32-02-S Spark Plug KEY PART X-728-1-S Clip, cable (2) NO. NO. M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-281÷01-S M5x0.8xl0 (2) 2 25-341-03-S 16 17 18 19 20 12-584-04-S Module, ignition NOT ILLUSTRATED f2-176-44-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) 3 12-096o24-S 4 12-083-f2-S 5 f2-100_08-S 6 12-083-1O-S 7 12-743-12-S 8 12-032-11-S 9 12-094-07-S 10 12-072-04-S 12-086-01-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 (6) Washer, plain 1/4" Plate, blower housing Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8xf0 Cover, pinion Housing, blower Baffle, intake side Clip, mounting (3) Screw, captive washer M5x0.Sx2O (3) Baffle, cylinder head Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0xt 6 (2) Baffle, cylinder Nut, hex. flange M5x0,8 11 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 ff, 12) Stud, mounting plate M6x1.0x75 Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread forming (2) 13 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner NOT ILLUSTRATED 12-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 STARTING SYSTEM I I ENGINE CONTROLS I 1_ _ , "-,, ',, k_,kk k " t,J,_ _13 td_F_ _-_ I ' OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I 2 4 52
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-079-11-S M8xl.25x70 (2) 2 12-237-01-S 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 3 24-086-43-S 3-8) 4 M-664020_S 12-755-54-S Kit, drive end 12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 5 12-536-10-S 12-170-05-S Armature 12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 6 M-443025-S 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 12-211-01-S Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4- 7 M-443020-S 5/3 (2) 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 12-089-11-S OIL pAN/LUBRICATION 9 1B-089-23-S 10 12-089-24-S KEY PART 11 12-755-83-S NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (Includes 2-3) 25-755-13-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3) 12-153-03-S O-Ring, oil fill cap 12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 12-153-gl-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube 25-162-07-S Screen, oil pickup 12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen M-545016-S Screw, hex, flange M5x0,8x16 25-462-B9-S Valve, oil pressure relief 52-050-02-S Filter, oil 25-139-57-S Plug, sg. hd. solid 3/8" 12-393-01-S Pump, oil 12-153-B6-S O-Ring. oil pump cover 12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (3) 12-032-03-S Seal, oil (RT.O. end) 24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 (11) 24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 12-199-56-S Assembly, Pan, oil (Incl. 11,14-17) 21 12 12-100-07-S 13 52-211-04-S 14 12-09B-28-S 15 25-15B-08-S 16 12-07g-10-S 17 25-158-11-S Linkage, choke Clamp, cable Screw, hex. flange Screw, lobed socket M6xl.0x20 (2) Control, speed assembly (tnc)udes 6-9) Screw, pan head M4x0.7x25 Screw, pan head M4x0,7x20 Spring, choke (2) Spring, choke return Spring, governor Kit, governor lever (Includes 12-14) Nut, hex flange 1/4-20 Ro_t, 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 53
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 CRANKSHAFTJ EXHAUST I 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27505 FUEL SYSTEM NOT ILLUSTRATED *M-561010-S Screw, thread forming KEY PART MSx0.Bxl0 NO. NO. DESCRIPTION *X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" 12_757oB2-S Kit, float 1 Mo641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 12-757-B3-S Kit, carburetor repair 2 Mo629116-S Stud M6x1,Oxf16 (2) 12-B41-01-S Gasket, carburetor 3 12-853-117-SKit, carburetor w)gasket 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner (tncludes 4,5,6 qty 1 12-041-05-S Gaskel, bowl Tie, cable 12-454-03-S, 12-041-06-S Gasket, bowl screw _ermina_ 25-452-20-S) 12-032-06-S Seal, solenoid 4 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner 12-757-33-S Kit, solenoid repair 5 12-053-117 Carburetor assembly 12-041-06-S Gasket, bowl screw (For information only not 12-454-03-S Tie cable (3) available separately) 25-452-20-S Terminal (Includes Kit, float 12-757- 12-518-37-S Lead, red, (37" - 20 gauge - O2-S insulated socket and Kit, carburetor repair 12- uninsulated socket 757-03-S, Kit, terminals) *attaches solenoid repair 12-757-33-S) carburetor ground read to 6 12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2) carb baffle, 7 12-265-06-S Deflector, heat 8 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6) CRANKSHAFT 9 52-353-22-S Lithe, fue_ 12-1/4" 10 25-050-03-S Filter, fuel in-line KEY PART 11 12-559-B1-S Kit, fuel pump (Includes 12- NO. NO. DESCRIPTION f4) 12 M*64502B-S Screw, hex. hange (2) 1 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 13 25-041-09-S Gasket, fuel pump 2 25-139-27-S Plug, cup 14 12-112-05-S Spacer, fuel pump 15 25-326-03-S Connector, 90 degree EXHAUST 16 25-155-02-S Connector, straight 17 I2-353-B1-S Line, fuel 1-1/4" KEY PART 18 12-123-1B-S Line, metal fuel NO. NO, DESCRIPTION lg M-54501B-S Screw, hex. flange 20 12-154-B1oS Cl_p 1 25-072-84-S Stud, M8xl.25x33(2) 21 41-353-18oS Line, fuel 2-5/8" 2 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaust manifold 22 47-154-01oS Clip cable 3 12-128-11-S Bracket muffler 4 12-445-0B-S Strap, lifting 5 M-645025-S Screw, hex, flange M6xl.0x25 (2) 12 522 49 Short Block 12-755-93-S Gasket Set NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 55
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Ln _0 1_ erate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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