Craftsman 917.27632 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual IC..FT=M.N,I GARDEN TRACTOR 24.0 HP, 48" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.276320 This product has a low emission engine which operates [_ from built Before start the differently previously engines. you engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 5 Assem bly/Pre-Operation ....................... 7 Operation ............................................... 9 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 16 Maintenance ........................................ 16 Service and Adjustments ..................... 20 Storage ................................................ 29 Troubleshooting ................................... 30 Repair Parts ......................................... 34 Sears Service ........................ Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT 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 that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve- nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOMEÂ®. This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. This Warranty does not cover: â¢ Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters. â¢ Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups. â¢ Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. â¢ 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. â¢ Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, elec- trical 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 failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. â¢ Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami- nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur- chase date. â¢ Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement. â¢ Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip- ment 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. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail- able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOMEÂ®. This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co.,Dept.817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark A_I, lug" WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. _WARNING: 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 reproduc- tive harm. _WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. I. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 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 blades. Be sure the area is clear of bystand- ers before operating. 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. Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when cross- ing gravel surfaces. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working. Slow down before turning. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before clean- ing the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Use extra care when loading or unload- ing the machine into a trailer or truck. Always wear eye protection when oper- ating machine. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-re- lated injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dation for wheel weights or counter- weights. Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage. 3
I1. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Opera- tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction. Always keep the machine in gear when going down slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis- engage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over. Use extra care while operating ma- chine with grass catchers or other at- tachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. Do no use on steep slopes. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in. 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 in the watchful care of a respon- sible adult other than the operator. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children. Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine. Never allow children to operate the machine. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child. IV. TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not at- tach towed equipment except at the hitch point. Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dation for weight limits for towed equip- ment and towing on slopes. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. V. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. Use only approved gasoline container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Never fuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel con- tainer where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling. 4
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. GENERAL SERVICE Never operate machine in a closed area. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condi- tion. 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 and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if neces- sary, before restarting. Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recom- mended parts, when necessary. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. Check brake operation frequently. Ad- just and service as required. Maintain or replace safety and instruc- tion labels, as necessary. Be sure the area is clear of bystand- ers before operating. 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. Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine. Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a respon- sible adult other than the operator. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children. Mow up and down slopes (15 Â° Max), not across. Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis- engage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. 5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 5.0 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular OiIType SAE 30 (above 32Â°F) 'API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 (below 32Â°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC 'Gap: .040") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 - 5.8 Reverse: 0 - 2.1 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10PSI Charging System: 16AMPS @ 3600RPM Battery: Amp/Hr: 35 Min. CCA: 280 Case size: UIR Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs. CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES â¢ Read and observe the safety rules. â¢ Follow a regular schedule in main- taining, caring for and using your tractor. â¢ Follow the instructions under"Mainte- nance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual. _WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim- proved 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 re- quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- nia 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). REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new CraftsmanÂ® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- ucts, it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protec- tion Agreement can save you money and aggravation. Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense. Here's what's included in the Agreement: Expert service by our 12,000 profe- sional repair specialists. Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs. Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed. Discount of 10% from regular price of service and service-related parts not covered by the agreement; also, 10% off regular price of preventive mainte- nance check. Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus conve- nient repair scheduling. Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service ap- pointment online. Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come. Purchase your Repair Protection Agreement today! Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-6655. SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOMEÂ® 6
Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Slope Sheet When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi- tion (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan- els of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. 2. Remove packing materials. 3. Remove protective materials from trac- tor hood and grille. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid. CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift hood to raised position. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instruc- tions). ,J .... _ j Label / --.il J ADJUST SEAT 1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment knobs. 2. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 3. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. 4. Get off seat without moving its ad- justed position. 5. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Adjustment Knob NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po- sition. 2. Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal. 3. Place freewheel control in transmission disengaged position (See "To Trans- port" in the Operation section of this manual). Roll tractor forward off skid. 7 4.
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and _knction of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. 3. Place freewheel control in "trans- mission engaged" position (See "To Transport" in the Operation section of this manual). 4. Sit on seat in operating position, de- press brake pedal and set the parking brake. 5. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest posi- tion. 6. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. 7. Release parking brake. 8. Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid. 9. Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake. 10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. â¢ Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower hous- ing 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 replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. 8 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, 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 your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/ No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight- ened securely. ,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overin- fiated at the factory). ,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). ,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. ,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in "transmission engaged" position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items: ,/ Engine oil is at proper level. ,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu- lar unleaded gasoline. ,/ Become familiar with all controls, their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition. ,/ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are working properly (See the Opera- tion and Maintenance sections in this manual). ,/ It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans- mission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS- MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L REVERSE NEUTRAL H_H LOW ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START OPERATION SYSTEM(ROS) OVER TEMP LIGHT CHOKE FAST FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE m ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY SLOW tGNIT_ SWITCH PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECT_ON) LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) & Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform- ation about hazards which can result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. & & & DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage to the tractor and/or engine. HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death, serious iniury and/or property damage. 9
KNOW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Choke Control Ignition Ammeter Switch Position Attachment Clutch Brake Pedal Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Motion Drive Belt Tension Handle Height Adjustment Knob Light Switch _g Brake Lever Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates charging ( ) or discharging (-) of battery. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades, or other at- tachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 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. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. MOTION DRIVE BELTTENSION HAN- DLE - Used when changing motion drive belt and, if necessary, starting engine under extremely cold conditions. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks brake pedal into the brake position. REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITON - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse. THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed. 10
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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 1. Depress brake pedal all the way down and hold. 2. Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from brake pedal. Pedal should remain in brake position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure. Choke _ Push-In to Attachment Clutch Switch Pull Out to Control ngage" "En a e" gg Throttle Control ,, Brake - Motion Pedal Control ustment Parking Brake Knob "Disengaged" "Engaged" Brake Pedal Position Position "Drive" Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES - â¢ To stop mower blades, push attachment clutch switch in to disengaged position. GROUND DRIVE - â¢ To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the way down. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever returns to neutral (N) position when the brake pedal is fully depressed. ENGINE - â¢ Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) posi- tion, before stopping, may cause engine to "backfire". â¢ Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. â¢ Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. /% _CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position. TO USETHROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. â¢ Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. â¢ Full throttle offers the best mower per- formance. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL Use choke control whenever you are start- ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine. â¢ To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage. TO MOVEFORWARD AND BACKWARD CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate mo- tion control lever when the parking brake is set or when the brake pedal is de- pressed. Doing so may result in misadjust- ment to the drive control system. The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever. 1. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Release parking brake. 3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height is controlled by turn- ing the height adjustment knob in desired direction. â¢ Turn knob clockwise (_) to raise cut- ting height. â¢ Turn knob counterclockwise (_#-_)to lower cutting height. 11
The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- sured 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. â¢ 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. â¢ 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: Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface. 1. Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting height. 2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar. 3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground. 4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin. 5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting. IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge wheels if you change the cutting height of the mower deck. Retainer Spring Pin 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. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip- ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills. 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Lower mower with attachment lift con- trol. 3. Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment 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 Switch Pull Out to Attachemnt Lift "Engage" Lever High Position ,i. Low /'/,_---- Position Deflector Shield REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direc- tion with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. ,d_WARNING: Backing up with the at- tachment clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be clone when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. 12
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - 1. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. 2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion. 3. Look down and behind before backing. 4. Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position to start movement. 5. When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position. ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) TO OPERATE ON HILLS _WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 Â° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. â¢ Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hills. â¢ Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. â¢ If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever returns to neutral (N) position when the brake pedal is depressed. â¢ To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and brake pedal. â¢ Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. â¢ Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. 1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. 2. Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. â¢ Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. â¢ To re-engage transmission, reverse above procedure. ADD GASOLINE â¢ Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan- tities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re- move and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL:' mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. â¢ For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual). â¢ To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. 13
_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in temper- atures below32Â°F(0Â°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separa- tion and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. 2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. 3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged position. 4. Move throttle control to fast position 5. Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke con- trol out and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 Â° F and above) 7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. â¢ The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 Â° F and below) 7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the en- gine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature. NOTE: In extreme cold conditions, if engine will not start you may need to dis- engage the motion drive belt as follows: 1. Be sure parking brake is engaged. 2. Remove retainer spring from the drive belt tension handle to relieve belt ten- sion. 3. Start engine and allow it to warm up for three (3) minutes. 4. Shut-off engine and engage parking brake. 5. Engage drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows: 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 2. Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position. 3. Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. â¢ The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance (see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 14
PURGE TRANSMISSION A_'_CAUTION: Never engage or dis- engage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and per- formance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replace- ment, it should be purged after reinstall- ation before operating the tractor. 1. Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. 2. Disengage transmission by plac- ing freewheel control in disengaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. Disen- gage parking brake. 4. Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times. NOTE: During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system. 5. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake. 6. Engage transmission by placing free- wheel control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Disengage parking brake. 8. Slowly move motion control lever for- ward, after the tractor moves approxi- mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation. MOWING TIPS â¢ Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. â¢ Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. â¢ The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. â¢ Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. â¢ 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. (- J Â¢ "- J J â¢ If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and pos- sible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. â¢ Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. â¢ Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mow- ing 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. â¢ When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at- tachment being used. 15
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ._ ,_._ ,_Â£._ ,_._ _o_ o.._ ,F_ As COMPLETE 'ERV'OE REGULAR SERVICE DATES C hh :: kk TB_aek; [eOsPe:_: ion _ Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners _ gl_5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3 T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level _4 R Clean Battery and Terminals I1_ Check Transaxle Cooling Check V_Befts Check Engine Oil Level _ Change Engine Oit (with oil filter) _,2 E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _,2 N CleanAirFilter _: G Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler/Spark Attester E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _2 Clean Engine Cooling Fins _2 Replace Spark Plug _2 Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 = Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 = Service more often when operating in daty or dusty conditions. 3 - Replace blades more oflen when mowing in sandy soil 4 = Not required if equipped with maintenance4ree battery. 5 - T_ghten front axle pivot bole to 35 ft.qbs, maximum. Do not overlighton. 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. At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. â¢ At least 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 ROS systems for proper operation. 5. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART (!) SI: pindle Zerk Zerk (_ Front Wheel Bearing zerk Front Wheel Bearing zerk (_ Steerin Sector Gear Teeth (!) Mandrel Zerks (_General Purpose Grease @Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 16
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES â¢ Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). â¢ Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rub- ber. â¢ 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 AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as de- scribed, repair the problem immediately. â¢ The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is in the disen- gaged position. CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM â¢ When the engine is running, any at- tempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. â¢ When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any at- tempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. â¢ The attachment clutch should never op- erate unless the operator is in the seat. ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM â¢ When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine. â¢ When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. _, CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty. BLADE REMOVAL 1. Raise mower to highest position to al- low access to blades. NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. 2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter- clockwise. 3. Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated. Assembly Blade Bolt (Special) Center Hole TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharp- ening 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. â¢ The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. 17
â¢ To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, 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. â¢ 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" Bolt or Pin Center Hole BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. â¢ Keep battery and terminals clean. â¢ Keep battery bolts tight. â¢ Keep small vent holes open. â¢ Recharge at 8-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. Remove terminal guard. 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. 3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 5. Coat terminals with grease or petro- leum jelly. 6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD- JUSTMENTS section of this manual). TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis- sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. â¢ Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. â¢ Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip- pings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use com- pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the trans- axle ever leak or require servicing, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES F 2O 0 30 32 40 6O 80 100 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICipATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE elf vsc c_t_ e NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32Â°1:. Check your engine oil level more frequent- ly to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- eration or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before start- ing the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API ,,service classification SG-SL. 1
â¢ Be sure tractor is on level surface. â¢ Oil will drain more freely when warm. â¢ 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. Install the drain tube onto the valve. Oil Drain Valve To Open To Close J 3. Open drain valve by using a 7/16" (11 mm) wrench turning counterclock- wise. 4. After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve turning clockwise. Use the 7/16" (11 mm) wrench to apply a small amount of torque to keep it closed. Do not over tighten. 5. Remove the drain tube and store in a safe place. 6. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 7. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at "FULL_' line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 106 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Remove cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. 3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. 4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterio- ration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge. oam Pre- __ileaner 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 stub- born dried gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 106 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cool- ing 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. 19
MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu- retor, 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 carbu- retor. 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- line. Clamp Clamp Fuel Filter _ CLEANING â¢ Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. â¢ Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. â¢ Protect painted surfaces with auto- motive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis- sion are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. 20
i_ WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER 1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- GAGED" position. 2. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. 3. Lower mower to its lowest position. 4. Disengage belt tension rod from lock _ bracket. CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and release slowly. 5. Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-sway bar from bracket. 6. Remove four retainer springs from front plate assembly and remove plate. 7. Remove retainer springs from suspen- sion arms at deck and disengage arms from deck. 8. Raise attachment lift to its highest posi- tion. 9. Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley. 10. Slide mower out from under right side of tractor. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake. 1. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. 2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec- tor shield to right side of tractor. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout- ing in all mower pulley grooves. 3. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. 4. Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. 5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen- gaged position. 6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. 7. Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck pins. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown. 8. Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown. Chassis Bracket Retainer Sprin! Anti-Swa_ Bar USE PLIERS FOR ] RETAINER _P ] SPRINGS / Double Loop Retainer Springs (Outward pointing deck pins) Front Mower Bracket Electric Clutch Double Loop Pulley Retainer Springs Front Plate ly 1 0256E Single Loop Retainer Springs Flanged Pins t Mower Bracket Deflector Shield
9. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower brack- ets. NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower brackets. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout- ing in all mower pulley grooves. 10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket. _, CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en- gage slowly. 11. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring. 12. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension. 13. Raise deck to highest position. 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 â¢ Raise mower to its highest position. â¢ Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same. â¢ If adjustment is necessary, make adjust- ment on one side of mower only. â¢ To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. â¢ 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 3/16". â¢ Recheck measurements after adjusting. Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of M_rA__T__to Ground Mower toiround (_ Suspension -- I I %ift Link L_=-_ Â© _ _._.Adjustment _Nut FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- to-side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its _lghest position. CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Position any blade so the tip is pointing straight forward. Measure distance "B" at front and rear tip of blade â¢ Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front plate links are equal in length. â¢ If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. â¢ To lower front of blade, loosen nut "C" on both front links an equal number of turns. NOTE: Each full turn of nut"C" will change distance "B" by approximately 3/16". â¢ When distance "B" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "D" against trunnion on both front links. â¢ To raise front of blade, loosen nut "D" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "C" on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length. â¢ When distance "B" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "D" against trunnion on both front links. â¢ Recheck side-to-side adjustment. 22
BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH Front Plate Assembly TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. 2. Lower mower to its lowest position. 3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock bCracket. AUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly. 4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. Belt Tension Rod (Disengaged _ Position) _ [_' R.H. Mandrel 5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck sur- face. 6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring. 7. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley. 8. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley. 9. Remove belt from idler pulleys. 10.Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely. 11. Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and spring arm. MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION 12. Install belt in both idlers. 13. Install new belt onto electric clutch pul- ley. 14. Carefully roll belt into upper groove of R.H. mandrel pulley. 15. Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly. 16. Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to rear deck bracket with retainer spring. 17. Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover. 18. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket. i_ Electric Pulley /- Idler Pulleys Spring Arm a.H. Mandrel Suspension Arm Primary Idler Arm 23
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC- ONDARY) DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Remove screws from R.H. and L.H. mandrel covers and remove covers. REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT" illustration in this section of manual). 3. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley. 4. Remove belt from idler pulleys. 5. Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely. 6. Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and spring arm. REMOVE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT 7. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel pul- ley. 8. Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel pulley. 9. Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface. 10. Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that they rotate freely. 11. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and secondary spring arm. INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT 12. Install new belt in lower groove of R.H. mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown. 13. Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly. REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT" illustration in this section of manual). 14. Install belt into upper groove of R.H. mandrel pulley and around both idlers. Pull belt to front of mower to remove slack. 15. Reinstall mandrel covers and securely tighten all screws. 16. Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all grooves correctly. 17. Reinstall mower to tractor (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). L.H. Secondary Idler Idler Arm Pulley pring Secondary Arm Center Mower Blade (Secondary) Drive Belt a.H. Mandrel 24
TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Make sure attachment clutch and igni- tion switches are in "OFF" position. 2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot loca- tions cut in the side of brake plate. NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate. Rotor- Clutch .012" Slot (3) Nylon Locknut (3) Plate TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. TO CHECK BRAKE 1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake. 2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission dis- engaged" position. Pull freewheel con- trol out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor for- ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced. TO ADJUST BRAKE Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this man- ual.) BELT REMOVAL - 2. Create slack in belt by removing retainer spring from drive belt tension handle. 3. Remove belt from all idler pulleys, transaxle pulley and then from engine pulley. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Install new belt around engine pulley first, then around transaxle pulley and lastly into all the idler pulleys. 2. Check to be sure belt is positioned cor- rectly and is on proper side of all belt keepers. 3. Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. 4. Reinstall mower. Retainer Spring Drive Belt Tension Handle Engine Pulley Transaxle Pulley Keeper Flatldler Bell Belt Keeper Keeper Clutching V-Idler Keeper Clutching Flat Idler Idler 25
TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE- VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 1. Park Tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF" position and engage parking brake. 2. Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel. 3. Move motion control lever to the neu- tral position. 4. Tighten the adjustment bolt. Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before op- erating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANS- MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL - 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. 3. Repair tire and reassemble. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover. REAR WHEEL - 1. Block rear axle securely. 2. Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal. 3. Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Washers Retaining Ring' Axle TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT- TERY _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT- TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery. 26
3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Weak or Dead Fully Charged Battery Battery REPLACING BATTERY _'_WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. Remove terminal guard. 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 5. Reinstall terminal guard. 6. First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. 7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with re- maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely 8. Close terminal access doors. 9. Close hood. Terminal Keps Nut Access ... :;, ._ Door _( Termi %_ Guard _ ex Bolt itive d) 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. â¢ Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. When replacing hood, be sure to re- connect the headlight wire connector. HÂ°Â°_eadlight Wire Connector 27
ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers ex- pense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjust- ment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position. 2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjust- ment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position. 2. Loosen knob and remove cover as- sembly from air cleaner. 3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely. 4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. 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. Overspeed- ing 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. Swivel Clamp Screw \ \ Clamp Screw I_ 28
Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. _ULWARNING: 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 Maintenance section of this manual. 4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. 5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting. BATTERY â¢ Fully charge the battery for storage. â¢ After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging. â¢ 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 TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). â¢ After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. â¢ 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, experi- ance indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or metha- nol) 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. â¢ Empty the fuel tank by starting the en- gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. â¢ Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. â¢ 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 stor- age 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 car- buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER(S) 1. Remove spark plug(s). 2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER â¢ Do not store gasoline from one season to another. â¢ Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. â¢ If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. â¢ Cover your tractor with a suitable pro- tective cover that does not retain mois- ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 3. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. 7. Water in fuel. 7. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 11. Extreme Cold Conditions 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. , 7. , , , , 4. 5. 6. 7. , g, , 2. 3. 4. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter. Empty fuel tank and carbure- tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 8. Check all wiring. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 10.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 11. See "To start engine" in operation section. , , 3. 4. 5. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Carburetor out of 7. adjustment. Engine valves out of 8. adjustment. Brake pedal not 1. depressed Attachment clutch is 2. engaged. Weak or dead battery. 3. Blown fuse. 4. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Faulty ignition switch. 7. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Faulty operator presence 9. switch(es). Weak or dead battery. 1. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. Replace spark plug. Recharge or replace battery. Replace fuel filter. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. Check all wiring. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Depress brake pedal. Disengage attachment clutch. Recharge or replace battery. Replace fuse. Clean battery terminals. Check all wiring. Check/replace ignition switch. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Recharge or replace battery. Clean battery terminals. Check all wiring. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 30
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. PROBLEM Loss of power Excessive vibration Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven 9. Water in fuel. Cutting too much grass/too fast. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Build-up of grass, leaves 3. and trash under mower. Dirty air filter. 4. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. 7. 8. 9. 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. Bentblade mand_l. 3. Loose/damaged part(s). . . Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is engaged. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. . 2. 3. 4. 5. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower housing. Clean/replace air filter. Check oil level/change oil. Clean and regap or change spark plug. Replace fuel filter. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. Clean/replace muffler. 13.Check all wiring. 14. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 15. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. 1. Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" position. See Operation section. , Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 31
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will notrotate Poor grass discharge 1. 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. Headlight(s) not 1. working 2. (if so equipped) 3. 4. 5. Battery will not 1. charge 2. 3. 4. Loss of drive 1. 2. 3. 1. Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Light switch is "OFF". Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. Faulty light switch. Loose or damaged wiring. Blown fuse. Bad battery cell(s). Poor cable connections. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). Faulty alternator. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 1. Turn light switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec- tions. 5. Replace fuse. 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connec- tions. 3. Replace regulator. 4. Replace alternator. 1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position. 2. Replace motion drive belt. 3. Purge transmission. , Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 32
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 BATTERY SOLENO,O i I Q tGNITIONuNiT _ SPARK PLUGSGAP (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) LIGHT SW i IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" OFF M G A1 RUN/OVERRED B A1 RUN B A1 L A2 START 3 S A1 NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS 02833 WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. HEADLIGHTS 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. 33
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 22 \ \ \ I I 34 29 \ 33 / ; , I t93391ROS I I I , 34
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144927 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 Bolt I/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 16 176138 Switch interlock Push-ln 21 175688 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 185464 Cable Starter 25 146149 Cable, Battery 26 108824X Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc 28 170697 Cable, Ground 29 192749 Switch, Seat 30 193350 Switch, Ign 33 140403 Key, Ignition 34 110712X Switch Light/Reset 40 193391 Harness Ign. 41 17720408 Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 42 131563 Cover, Terminal 43 178861 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter 50 174652 Switch, PTO 52 141940 Hourmeter Adaptor 79 175242 Bulbholder Asm Incandescent SV 92 193465 Harness Pigtail Reverse Switch 93 192540 Screw Plastite 10-14 x 2.0 94 191834 Module Reverse ROS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 162_ 21 \ \ 2 \ \ 138 / 28 \ \ 20 19 161 158 37 / 43_ 17 56 91 122 150 122 130 A52 17 _156 139_. _172 32__139 _157 ch assis*stealth.=4 3wgt 36
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 47 2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 50 4 73680700 Nut 7/16-14 56 5 193636X428 Dash 58 6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 68 7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 86 8 184668 Support, Battery 91 14 175260X615 Hood Asm 99 16 121794X Cover, Access 122 17 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 130 18 174515X615 Grille 138 19 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 12 Ga. 139 20 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 142 21 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 144 24 179717X615 Footrest, RH 148 28 179716X615 Footrest, LH 150 30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 152 31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pcVGT 153 32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 156 34 177018 Plate Asm Engine 157 35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. 158 36 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 161 37 192397X615 Fender Pnt 162 39 175278 Bracket, Axle Front 165 43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 172 44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 45 176018 Bracket Asm., Susp Chas.Rh 17490608 175476 176016 183569 17490508 74780716 180374 177143 192572 191611 ScrewThdroL 3/8-16 x 1/2 Bracket, Chassis Front Bracket Asm., Susp Chas. Lh Bracket Asm., Fender Screw ThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 unc x 1 Gr. 5 Rail, Frame Lh Rod By Pass Screw Wshd Hex 10-32 x 5/8 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex 191121X428 Cup Holder 171873 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT 161897 Bracket Dash Rh 161900 Bracket Dash Lh 164655 Extrusion Bumpers 175352 Duct Heat Hood 177956 Shield Browning 179761 Lightbox Asm W/Lens (Includes key no. 157) 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 161840 Lens Bar 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 179612X428 Console Fuel Window 142432 Screw Hex 1/4-1/2 unc 183554 Bracket Support Tank 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 GROUND DRIVE 42 \ 6 38 46 37 68 127 153_ 69 33 dnve6-vgt 142_ 122, 114" _2 145 I ! I J 74 65 117\ _55 -117 128 F52 35 â¢ / t _t08 34 F131 151 _145 29 120 112 38
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 ..... Transaxle Hydro Gear 94 133835 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 98 141004 2 7070E Key I/4x 2.5 106 142918 3 7563R WasherThrust 107 154739 6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 108 142917 7 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 111 156240 9 140080 Bolt, Hub 112 178558 20 73940800 Nut 114 73800500 22 180235 Lever Asm Shift Lower 117 73900600 23 130564 Knob 120 17000612 29 176600 Brake, Rod 121 175611 33 12000053 Ring E 122 72010520 34 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 35 137648 Red, Parking Brake 123 192438 36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground 124 165492 37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 126 166002 38 150035 Nyliner 39 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 127 177362 40 178575 Actuator, Interlock Switch 128 176624 41 73931000 Nut Centerlock 10-24 unc 129 179473 42 8883R Cover, Pedal 130 19131016 46 145170 Retainer, Spring 131 76020312 48 72110614 Bolt, 3/8-16 x I-3/4 Gr. 5 132 175467 50 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 133 175468 52 127783 Pulley, Idler, Grooved 135 177364 55 105706X Bearing, Idler 137 1685H 56 161597 V-Belt 138 1370H 58 74760724 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2 142 175469 61 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 143 17000512 64 176601 Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal 145 163168 65 179613 Bolt, Shoulder 146 140462 68 STD571812 Pin, Roll 147 141322 69 123800X Washer 151 74760514 70 192390X428 Console Shift 152 178705 73 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr. 5 153 4497H 74 142432 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 77 74780716 Bolt Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5 89 73680700 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 unc DESCRIPTION Fastener Christmas Tree Bracket Shift O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 70109 Spacer Shift Lever VGTH Washer Nylon High Temp Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 unc Nut. Lock Fig, 3/8-16 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 Bracket Strap Torque Bolt RDHD SQ 5/16-18 unc x 2-1/2 Rod Shift Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 Washer SRRTD 5/16 ID x 1.0 x ,125 Link Control Clutch Spring Drive GRND Bracket Asm Idler Tensioning Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga, Pin Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 LH VGT Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 RH VGT Link Asm Control Hydro 3500 Nut Lock 5/16-18 NC Thd Washer Thrust 5/8 x 1,10 x 1/32 Strap Torque HG-3500 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 Washer Axle Flange HG-3000 Fan 7" Hydro Washer Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 7/8 Bolt hex 5/16-18 x 1 Retainer Spring NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 STEERING \ 21 20 23 34 33 42 22 13 29 36 \, '\ \ 13 / \t I I I \ t 8 / / / J 35 18._ st_ing. 21_vg t \ \ 52 40
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 28 29 31 32 33 34 35 36 41 42 45 46 47 49 50 51 52 53 186093X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 184946X505 Cap, Spindle 74781044 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front 73901000 Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 unc 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8 STD541537 Nut, LockCenter 3/8-24unf 186814 Shaft Asm., Steering 175572 Draglink Vgt 156011 Support Asm., Steering Vgt 163887X428 Boot, Steering 186737 Adapter, Wheel Steering 155105 Bushing, Strg. BIk 152927 Screw 186095X428 Cap, Wheel Steering 3366R 17000612 104239X 138136 19111610 STD551131 74780512 187039 186799 155246 17490508 19183812 19131610 179471 175820 73900600 73940800 175553 188967 Bearing, CoL Strg. Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bearing, Flange Bushing, Nyliner Snap Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 Gear, Sector Steering Tie Rod Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x 1/2Tyt Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/80D 12 Ga. Washer Flat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Bracket Asm Idler Stationary Pulley Idler Flat Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 unc Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf Clip Steering .750 Washer Hardened NOTE: AIIcomponentdimensions givenin U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4mm 41
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 ENGINE 18 15 4s_ 47_ 37 -84 84 12 41 69 /81 _79 , I / 26 27 39 engine ELS 2-vgt 29 / I SPARKAR. ST . K,T I KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 8 9 10 11 12 15 18 20 21 22 26 27 28 29 31 37 149723 121361X 177748 175288 179335 143996 179115 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No. 446677-0470-E1 Muffler Pulley V-Idler Keeper Asm. Belt Engine Bushing Clutch Electric Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 Yt/Gt 96 179124X428 Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge 175437X428 Control Throttle 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex 187767X428 Control Choke 3645J Bushing 139277 Stem Tank Fuel 7834R Fuel Line 137180 Spark Arrester Kit 145006 Clip Push-ln Hinged 123487X Clamp Hose KEY NO. 39 40 41 42 43 45 47 62 69 70 71 79 81 82 83 84 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 unc 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 unc 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x15/32 ID x .250 STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16 179953 Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 x 3,75 Gr. 5 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc 175287 Spacer Engine 146629 Shield Heat Muffler 165391 Gasket 176069 Tube Exhaust LH 176070 Tube Exhaust RH 183906 Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1 188800 Tube Drain Oil 188799 Drain Oil Valve 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 42
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 SEAT ASSEMBLY \ \ \ \ I I I I 19 \ \\\ \ 12 18 I I I I /6 3 J seat_12-vgt KEY PART NO. NO. 1 180598 2 180166 3 140675 6 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 171877 10 180186 12 174648 13 121248X 14 72050412 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Fender Assembly Clip, Push In, Hinged Nut 3/8-16 unc Spring, Seat Cprsn Bolt 5/16-18Unc x 3/4 w/Sems Pan, Seat Bracket, Mounting Switch Bushing, Snap Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 15 121249X Spacer, Split 16 123740X Spring, Cprsn 17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 18 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga. 19 166369 Knob, Seat 20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 37 73800500 Nut, Lock Hx w/Ins. 5/16-18 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 DECALS 18 15 15 17 17 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 193599 2 149516 3 186242 4 186243 5 140837 6 133644 9 186572 10 156439 11 181252 13 195885 14 175291 15 186725 20 11 16 14 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Decal Dash 16 178482 Decal Deck HVYDTY Decal Battery DNGR/PSN 17 195838 Decal Chassis ENG Asm 18 164065 Decal Insert Strg Decal Hood RH 19 138047 Decal Battery Decal Hood LH 20 178455 Decal Deck Caution Decal Brake Parking Saddle 22 191066 Decal Engine Decal Maintenance 23 106202X Reflector, Taillight Decal Fender - - 179768X428 Pad Footrest LH Decal Fender Danger - - 166960 Decal Drawbar CNTRL Decal FTREST - - 179769X428 Pad Footrest RH Decal Replacement - - 195627 Owner's Manual, English Decal V-Belt Schem - - 195628 Owner's Manual, Spanish Decal Hood Side Phi WHEELS AND TIRES 3 7 4 10 5 9 8 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106228X624 Rim Asm Front 4 8134H Tube, Front (Service Item Only) 5 105588X Tire, Front 6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 9040H Bearing Flange(Front Wheel Only) 8 104757X428 Cap Axle (Front Wheel Only) 9 106230X Tire Rear 10 7154J Tube Rear (Service Item Only) 11 106277X624 Rim Asm Rear 12 6856M Fitting Grease - - 144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 44
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 39 43 38 lo\ / 23 23 70 2 KEY PART NO. NO. I 121006X 2 180045 3 159189 4 12000022 5 19292016 6 71110624 7 175830 8 175831X505 10 183894 11 175375 12 163552 23 STD624008 24 73350800 26 73800800 29 150233 30 110807X 31 STD551037 32 137150 33 STD560907 34 137167 ,2.> 76 _26 __78 75 lift rh 8 DESCRIPTION Rod Asm., Lever 35 138057 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 38 155097 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 39 123935X E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 40 17060516 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 41 175994 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 42 19112410 Grip, Handle Fluted 43 123934X Plunger, Button 70 145212 Spring 72 110452X Link Lift 73 73350600 Retainer Spring 74 175802 Retainer, Spring 75 175805 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric 76 175560 Nut Crownlock I/2-13 Unc 77 176205 Trunnion, Infin Height 78 175689 Nut, Special 79 175378 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. Spring, Compression Inf Hgt Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2 Rod, Adj Lift KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc Pointer, Height Indicator Plug, Hole Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 1 Nut, Lift Link 7/16-20 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga. Scale, Indicator Height Nut Hex Flange Lock Nut Push Phos & Oil Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC Arm Susp. Rear RH Plate Asm. Susp. Front Pin, Flange Trunnion Susp. Arm Trunnion Susp. Front Arm, susp. R LH NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 45
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 MOWER DECK 46 4 49 33_ 130 I 52 I 33 112 21 â¢ 116 24 18 46
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 52 175820 Pulley Idler Flat 3 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 56 155986 Bar Pnt Adj. 5 4939M Retainer Spring 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet 6 178024 Sway Bar 91 180535 Bracket, Asm Noseroller, RH 8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 94 176066 Noseroller (The following blades are 95 180534 Bracket, Asm Noseroller, LH available) 97 178515 Washer Hardened 11 180054 Blade, 48" Hi-Lift 98 179479 Spring Pdmary Drive 13 174360 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Beadng 99 189993 Pulley Idler"V" 14 174358 Mandrel Asm. 100 72110616 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 Unc x 2 15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 110 175016 Arm Spring Secondary 16 174493 Stripper Mandrel Deck 112 174387 Link Tension Relief Lever 17 72110610 Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 3/8-16xl.25 113 72110506 Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 114 174384 Tension Asm. Relief Lever 19 132827 Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18 115 174609 Arm Spring Tension Relief 20 174378 Baffle, Vortex Mower 116 193406 Bolt, Shoulder 21 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 117 174873 Gauge Wheel 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 118 73930600 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 Unc 25 178102 Spdng, Torsion 119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. 26 110452X Nut, Push 121 174371 Spring Secondary Drive 27 180655X428 Deflector Shield 122 174606 Bushing Pivot Tension Relief 28 19111016 Washer 11/32x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 126 174372 Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 130 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 30 173984 Screw, Thdroll Washer Head 132 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 31 187690 Washer, Spacer 180 73800500 Nut Lock Hex w/Inc. 5/16-18 unc 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 182 179127 Rod Roller Nose 33 178342 Nut, Fig.Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 183 163552 Retainer Spring 37 177968 Pulley, Idler, Flat 184 173979 Keeper Belt Idler 39 174375 Pulley, Idler, Driven - - 174356 Mandrel Assembly 42 165723 Spacer, Retainer (Includes Key Nos. 13-15 and 33) 43 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary - - 181579 Replacement Mower, Complete 45 180806 Cover, Mandrel Deck 46 137729 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8 47 180808 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary 49 73900600 Nut, Lock 3/8-16 Unc NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. 50 72110612 Bolt, Cam 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 101 95 _ 83 35 95 7g SEALANT 97 20W50 OIL 205 KIT, SEAL 48
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 Key Part Key Part No. No. Description No. No. Description 1 161122 Kit, housing main 65 161150 Main housing 66 161151 Lip seal Flange bearin â¢ g 67 161152 Trunmon bushing 68 161153 Cradle bearin_g 69 169534 2A 193015 Kit, housing r/ti 71 161155 R.H. Housing 73 161156 Flange bearing 74 169535 Needle bearing sce1412 75 161157 Lip seaI (.875 ID x 1.3 0D x .25) 76 161158 2B 193016 Kit, brake bolt 77 142884 Bolt, hex hd 1/4-20 x 1.25 W/patch 79 178322 Bolt, hex hd 1/4-20 x 2.25 W/patch 80 161159 3 184703 Kit, center section 81 161160 Center section 82 161161 Bushing .50 X .60 X .50 83 161162 Bushing .90 X 1.02 X .75 84 161163 Plate, bypass Check plug assembly,.044 85 161164 Check plug assembly, no bleed 87 178323 4 161125 Spacer (BDP, BDU 10) 88 178784 5 142932 Seal, lip 6 142928 Retaining ring 89 178783 7 142933 Retaining ring 90 178326 8 142934 Bearing, ball 92 178787 10 169524 Swash plate (BDP, BDU 10) 93 142969 11 173159 Bearing, thrust (10cc) 94 142980 12 161126 Shaft, input (310-3000) 95 169537 13 142978 Washer, block thrust 96 169538 14 142977 Spring, helical compression 97 ........ 15 169898 Kit, cylinder block (10cc) 106 161166 10CO cylinder block 108 150800 10CO piston 110 150813 10CO piston spring Piston seat washer 21 150786 Block, (BD-21& IHT) 111 150812 21C0 Cylinder block Piston seat washer 21C0 piston 116 169539 21C0 piston spring 117 161168 24 161127 Shaft, motor (310-3000) 120 142883 25 169526 Bearing, thrust (21cc) 121 193019 26 161128 Control arm (310-3000) 122 178329 27 161129 Spacer (310-3000) 124 178330 28 161130 Gear, 16t pinion 125 170409 29 169527 Capscrew 128 170415 30 142941 Guide block (BD-21) 129 170416 31 169887 Trunnion, tapered square 130 170411 32 161133 Bearing, journal 131 142882 33 142940 Seal, lip 132 193020 34 178318 Return arm (310-3000 134 178331 35 178319 Actuating arm (310-3000) 137 178333 36 170421 Bolt, stud 5/16-24 139 161176 37 142967 Friction puck 141 178335 38 184694 Kit, bypass plate 144 169545 39 169529 Bypass actuator (IHT) 145 169546 40 142945 Seal, lip 146 169547 41 142952 Bypass arm 151 170417 42 142953 Retaining ring 152 178336 43 142965 Pin 153 170434 44 150797 Bofl 3/8-24 x 2-1/2 155 178337 46 184702 Spring, neutral (310-3000) 48 178320 Puck, adjusting (310-3000) 50 178343 Screw, hex head washer cap screw (IZT) 1/4-20 x 3/4 51 169530 Lower cover 157 169548 52 169531 Geroter assembly 169 184701 53 144581 O-ring 203 178338 54 161139 Ctiarge pump housing 55 178321 Kit, tilter Gasket .10 X .16 X 4.24 Filter 56 169533 Charge manifold 3!0-3000 57 161142 Retainer, motor bearing (310-3000) 58 161143 Pin, carrier (310-3000) 59 161144 Gear, 15t planet (310-3000) 60 161145 Gear, 67t spur 310-3000) 61 161146 Gear, 21t sun 310-3000 62 161147 Plate, planet thrust (310-3000) 900 176056 63 161148 Gear, 51t ring (310-3000) 64 161149 Carrier, planetary (310-3000) Gear, differential bevel (310-3000) Gear, differential bevel pinion (310-3000) Shaft, differential (310-3000) Plate, differential thrust (310-3000) Bearing, flange (310-3000) Washer, flat (1.00 Id) (310-3000) Nut, 518-18 hex jam (310-3000) Bearing, ball (310-3000) Seal, lip 310_3000) Shaft, axle 310-3000 Washer, flat Sealant tube Screw, torx head 5/16-18 (310-3000) Bearing, needle (210-3000) Washer, flat (0.880 ID) (310-3000) Ring, retaining (310_3000) Seal, Iip .875 ID x 1.38 OD x .25) 310-3000 Brake disc (310-3000) Washer 310-3000) Screw, 5/16-24x 1 I 2 socket head cap (310-3000) Bearing, ball Spacer, locating (310-3000) Screw (310-3000) Spring Spacer Nut, nylon insert hex lock 5/16-24 Bearing, sleeve (310-3000) 20W-50 oil 122 oz Spacer, trunnion (310-3000) Plug, plastic shipping O-ring Fitting, plastic hose O-ring Breather vent, plastic Vent, plastic Vent, cap Ring, retaining (310-3000) Pin Brake puck Bolt, hex hd 1/4-26 x 1.25 W/patch Kit, brake yoke Brake arm Pin, brake actuatin Nut, castle 5/16-2_ Pin, coffer 3/32x3/4 Spacer, brake torsion spring Brake puck plate Bolt, hex hd 1/4-26 x 2.25 W/patch Brake comp. Spring Pin, spring (310-3000) Washer, flat Spring, brake arm bias O-ring Spring, relief Steel ball 7/16 Brake spring Brake pull rod Plug, straight thread 9/16-18 Kit, fan/pulley Nut, jam 1/2-20 Washer, OD slotted .53 X 1.63 X .06 Pulley Pan O-ring Pin, spring 5/16 x 1.75 Kit, seal Lip seal 15x5x37 Lip seal 12x25x7 Lip seal 10x25x7 O-ring .103 X 1.862 Seal 25 x 52 x 10 Lip seal .875 ID x L30D x .25 O-ring .070 X .239 Kit, o-ring, manifold Pin, spring 5/16 x 1.75 Pin, spring 1/4 x 1.00 Transaxle Note: All Component Dimensions Given In U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 MM 49
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446677, TYPE NUMBER 0470-E1 l 267 _ Â° 2t6 188 222 265 E_ 267 26 847_ 523 2875_ 84_ 524 _) 220 @ 750 8 32 _ I t019 LABELKIT t330 REPAIR MANUAL ] I t329REPLACEMENTENGINE I [ 10_8 OWNER'S MANUAL ] I 1036 EMISSION LABEL I ,el 10171_ 24 [_ 447A 968 967 305 447A 10t3 89 te 447 855 50_ 163_ 51 o _ o s4 _ 654 @ t027 53 1 t 095 VALVE GASKET SET 7_ 276@ s_s_ t63_ t022_ 50
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446677, TYPE NUMBER 0470-E1 D 35 36 _1022 1029 1100 798_ 1022 211 209 24o_ = lO_4_ 918 0 ,1_, FC_-] i :o_Â® I 11230 112:7% I 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KiT 51 _. )(,._ 276 @ 633 987 104 _ 672 _) 105 1123 <_ 1124 137 O 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 633 51 987 1_ CC_ o72_ 150_ 1123@ 276 @ 1124_ 552 _) 552A 742 @ 404 552A 691 118 _P 51
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446677, TYPE NUMBER 0470-E1 789A 3o3{ 332 75 @ 573 _ 405 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 20 @ 163 276 @ 868 943 @ 1022 _ 524 ' 691 695_ 3091 8O2 697 '_ 52
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446677, TYPE NUMBER 0470-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 699753 Cylinder Assembly 133 499803 2 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 135 699729 Side) 137 690994 3 391086 â¢ Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 141 499807 4 699747 Samp-Engine 142 499808 5 697580 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 146 690979 5A 697581 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 2) 150 690995 7 693997 o Gasket-Cylinder Head 160 690996 8 499601 Breather Assembly 163 691001 9 690937 â¢ Gasket-Breather 165 693148 10 691108 Screw (Breather Assembly) 187 698472 11 690942 Tube-Breather 187A 691049 12 697227 â¢ Gasket-Crankcase 188 691108 13 791130 Screw (Cylinder Head) 192 690083 15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 209 697674 16 790132 Crankshaft 211 691019 20 690947 â¢ Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 212 695238 22 694966 Screw (Engine Sump) 213 691021 23 691053 Flywheel 216 691022 24 222698 Key-Flywheel 219 698231 25 697679 Piston Assembly (Standard) 220 690412 25 697681 Piston Assembly (.020"Over- 222 698761 size) 227 691048 26 697683 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 231 690718 26 697685 Ring Set-Piston (.020" Over- 240 695666 size) 250 690957 27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin 252 690956 28 690229 Pin-Piston 265 691024 29 699699 Rod-Connecting 267 695134 32 690976 Screw (Connecting Rod) 276 33 697576 Valve-Exhaust 287 691108 34 499597 Valve-Intake 304 698073 35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake) 305 691005 36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 309 691262 42 499586 Keeper-Valve 310 691263 45 690977 Tappet-Valve 311 497608 46 790562 Camshaft 332 691059 48 698173 Short Block 333 691060 50 695241 Manifold-Intake 334 691061 51 690950Â° O.1: Gasket-Intake 337 491055 53 690951 Stud (Carburetor) 358 694012 54 699816 Screw (Intake Manifold) 363 19203 73 494439 Screen-Rotating 383 19374 74 698425 Screw (Rotating Screen) 385 691108 75 691056 Washer (Flywheel) 387 808656 89 690283 Plug-Oil 404 690442 95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve) 98 499802 Kit-Idle Speed 104 690984 O Pin-Float Hinge O 105 690985 O Valve-Float Needle 108 690986 Valve-Choke $ 117 690986 Jet-Main (Standard) 118 690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 121 499811 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 125 499804 Carburetor 130 690993 Valve-Throttle 131 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft Float-Carburetor Tube-Fuel Transfer O5 Gasket-Float Bowl Kit-Choke Shaft O Nozzle-Carburetor Key-Timing O5 Gasket-Nozzle Retainer-Solenoid â¢ Gasket-Air Cleaner Nut (Ring Gear) Line-Fuel (Molded) Line-Fuel (Molded) Screw (Control Bracket) Adjuster-Rocker Arm Spring-Governor Spring-Governed Idle Link-Throttle Bracket-Choke Control Link-Choke Gear-Governor Washer (Governor Lever) Bracket-Control Lever-Governor Control Screw (Choke Valve) Filter-Fuel Retainer-Breather Collector-Oil Clamp-Casing Screw (Casing Clamp) 690997Â°0 $ Washer-Sealing Screw (Dipstick Tube) Housing-Blower Screw (Blower Housing) Motor-Starter Bolt-Starter Motor Brush Set Nut (Flywheel) Armature-Magneto Screw (Magneto Armature) Spark Plug Set-Engine Gasket Flywheel Puller Wrench-Spark Plug Screw (Fuel Pump) Pump-Fuel Washer (Governor Crank) Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No. 121 Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No. 977 Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 53
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276320 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446677, TYPE NUMBER 0470-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 405 697820 Screw (Back Plate) 865B 691015 418 690999 Plate-Carburetor 868 690968 445 698754 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 914 691127 447 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 918 694000 447A 691108 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 929 695239 474 696458 Alternator 943 690589 501 691185 Regulator 947 499809 505 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 965 499613 510 497606 Drive-Starter 967 273638 513 692024 Clutch-Drive 968 790096 523 691036 Dipstick 975 499810 524 691032 â¢ Seal-DipstickTube 977 694013 525 691037 Tube-Dipstick 987 691000 526 691108 Screw(Regulator) 1005 698760 544 .... Armature-Starter (Service with 1013 690954 691262 Starter Motor) 1017 690770 552 690552 Bushing-GovernorCrank 1019 790094 552A 690553 Bushing-Governor Crank 1022 690971 562 690311 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1023 499599 573 691009 Plate-Back 1023A499600 601 691038 Clamp-Hose 1024 499054 615 698290 Retainer-GovernorShaft 1026 690981 616 691045 Crank-Governor 1026A690982 628 691108 Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) 1027 696854 633 690998 05 Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1029 690972 635 66538 Boot-Spark Plug 1035 691042 654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1036 790626 668 691215 Spacer 1051 691265 672 690234 05 Gasket-Carburetor Plate 1054 280275 691 690657 â¢ Seal-GovernorShaft 1058 275475 695 693149 Screw (Ring Gear) 1059 698516 697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1070 690372 703 691010 Clip 1090 691293 718 690959 Pin-Locating 1095 694013 726 499612 Gear-Ring 1100 690973 741 690980 Gear-Timing 1119 691183 742 690328 Retainer-E Ring 1123 690987 750 696999 Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 783 693058 Gear-Pinion 1124 788 691039 Bracket-Fuel Pump 789 698330 Harness-Wiring 1126 789A 790544 Harness-Wiring 1127 797 691029 Nut (Brush Retainer) 1128 797A 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 1169 798 697890 Screw (Rocker Arm) 801 691283 Cap-Drive 1267 802 691286 Cap-End 1329 803 .... Housing-Starter (Service with 691262 Starter Motor) 1330 842 691031 â¢ Seal-Dipstick/Tube 847 499602 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 851 493880 Terminal-Spark Plug 855 698072 Adapter-Air 865 691012 Cover-Air Guide 865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide Cover-Air Guide â¢ Seal-Valve Screw (Rocker Cover) Hose-Vacuum Screw (Choke Control Bracket) â¢ SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover) Solenoid-Fuel Cover-Oil Pump Filter-Pre Cleaner Cover-Air Cleaner Bowl-Float Gasket Set-Carburetor O$ Seal-Throttle Shaft Fan-Flywheel Nipple-Oil Filter Screen-Oil Pump Kit-Label o Gasket-Rocker Cover Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 1) Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 2) Pump-Oil Rod-Push (Steel) Rod-Push (Aluminum) Filter-Oil Arm-Rocker Shaft-Pump Label-Emission Ring-Retaining Cable-Tie Owner's Manual Kit-Screw/Washer Screw (Flywheel Fan) Retainer-Brush Gasket Set-Valve Pivot-Rocker Arm Screw (Alternator) O$ SeaI-O Ring (Solenoid Re- tainer) 690988 O$ SeaI-O Ring (FueITransfer Tube) 690991 Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube) 690992 Screw (Float Bowl) 690990 Screw (Carburetor Nozzle) 693140 Screw (Carburetor Cover Plate) 698440 Latch-Blower Housing 446777-0126 Replacement Engine (Transfer 6 pin and Exhaust) 273521 Repair Manual Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No. 121 $ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No. 977 Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 54
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION O1 O1 _ ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face, Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes, 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above, 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure, 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.
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