Craftsman 917270841 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual 16.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRAOTO Model No. 917.270841 Safety Assembly Operation o Maintenance o Repair Parts CAUTBON: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1 Â°800=859=5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am _ 5 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Warranty ......................................................... 2 Safety Rules .................................................. 2 Product Specifications ............................ 5 Assembly ................................................ 6 Operation ............................................... 11 Maintenance Schedule .......................... 18 Maintenance ............................................ 18 Service and Adjustments ....................... 22 Storage ................................................. 28 Troubleshooting ........................................ 30 Repair Parts ......................................... 34 Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For' two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This Warranty does not cover: o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc. 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, negligence, improper storage or acci- dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's rnanual. o Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes, LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery' included with this riding equip- ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat- tery wilt not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail- able after' 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States_ This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state_ Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 GENERAL OPERATgON o Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Â° Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. o Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Â° Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 2 Â° Never carry passengersÂ° ,, Do not mow in reverse unless absolute_ ly necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. o Be aware of the mower discharge direc- tion and do not point it at anyone_ Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. â¢ Slow down before turning o Never leave a running machine unat- tended, Always turn off blades, set park- ing brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismountingÂ°
o Turn off blades when not mowingÂ° o Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. o Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. â¢ Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. o Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. o Use extra care when loading or unload- ing the machine into a trailer or truck. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss-_ of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or deathÂ° All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you fee! uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: o Mow up and down slopes, not across. Â° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. o Watch for hoies, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.. Tall grass can hide obstaclesÂ° o Use slow speed. Choose a tow gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slopeÂ° o Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stabilityÂ° o Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine_ o Keep all movement on the slopes stow and gradualÂ° Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slopeÂ° DO NOT: o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. o Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments, The mower could sud- denly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves ino Â° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding_ o Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. o Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. 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. Â° Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adultÂ° o Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. o Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. Â° Never carry children. They may fall off and be sedously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. â¢ Never allow children to operate the machine. Â° Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. SERVICE o Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. - Use only an approved container. - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow en-. gine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. - Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater,, o Never run a machine inside a closed areaÂ° o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equip- ment in good condition. o Never tamper with safety devicesÂ° Check their proper operation regularly. o Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oit or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. Â° Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an objectÂ° Repair, if necessary, 3
o Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine runningÂ° Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary_ Â° Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. Â° Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. o Never carry passengers_ o Do not mow in reverse unless absolute- ly necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. - Never' carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. o Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult, o Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. â¢ Before and when backing, look behind and down for small childrenÂ° Â° Mow up and down slopes (15 Â° Max), not acrossÂ° o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Â° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps, Uneven terrain could overturn the machine_ Tall grass can hide obstacles_ o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. â¢ Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. ,_kLook for this symbol to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means CAU- TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE- TY tS INVOLVED. ,_kCAUTtON: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs always discon- nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. ,_kWARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. z[
PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS CAPACITY AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE API-SF/SGiSH): SAE 30 (above 32Â°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32Â°F) OIL CAPACITY: 30 PINTS SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0- 5.7 (MPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.7 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: t4 PSI REAR: 12 PSI CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25 MIN CCA:190 CASE SIZE: U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT LBS TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman 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 your nearest Sears Authorized Service CenterÂ° 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'L MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail- able on this product Contact your nearest Sears store for details.. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES = Read and observe the safety rules o Follow a regular schedule in maintain Â° ing, caring for and using your tractor. o 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 operatorÂ° In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.. Federal laws apply on federal lands.. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)Â°
(1) Large Fiat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18Ã 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Hex Bo!ts !/4-20 Ã &_4 @_ (2) Washers /32 x5/8 x !8 Gauge (2) Hex Nuts i14-20 (2) Lock Washers 1/4 6
PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SiZE (2) Screws _ (2) Lock #10 x 5/8 L_._ Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Seat Video Cassette St_rmgWhe_ Parts Bag Steering , Boot Manual Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Latch Hook Assemblies Steering Wheel Adapter Slope Sheet Steering Wheel Insert (2) Keys Steering = Extension Shaft o
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches (2) 1/2" wrench (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Utility knife (1)Pliers (1) 3/4" Socket wi drive rachet (1) Phillips Screw- driver (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi- tion (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON o Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. , Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. o Remove protective materials from trac- tor hood and grillÂ° IMPORTANT: Check for' and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skidÂ° Insert UNPACK CARTON o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from shipping carton (See page 6). o Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of shipping carton, and lay panels flat. o Check forany additional loose parts or boxes and remove. BEFORE ROLLBNG TRACTOR OFF SKSD ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT o Slide extension shaft onto lower steer- ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten- sion and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and locknuL Tighten securely. IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure- ly to 18-22 ft. Ibs. torque. o Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL o Position front wheels of the tractor' so they are pointing straight forward. Slide steering wheel _dapter onto steer- ing shaft extensionÂ° o Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter: Wheel _Boot /_,/_ Adapter Extension __ Shaft 5/16 L __/5/1 Bolt 6 Hex . ,'-'- __..,'.,. Lower Steering. ,_.â¬_...._ ,_ "-" _'_--, Shaft , ' "', , ,, t_ t .1 t TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) o Press lift lever plunger and raise attach- ment lift lever to its highest position, o Release parking brake by depressing clutch!brake pedal. o Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual), â¢ Rotl tractor forward off skid, = Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor'. 8
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY ,_kCAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be con- nected first to prevent sparking from acci- dental grounding. â¢ Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position. Â° Open battery box door and remove pro- tective plasticÂ° â¢ Remove terminal protective caps and discard. Â° If this batter,! is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. Â° First connect RED battery cable to posi- tive ( ) terminal with hex bolt, flat wash- er, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely_ â¢ Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely. o Close battery box door. Open battery box door for: o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hardware), Â° inspection for corrosion o Testing battery, â¢ Jumping (if required). â¢ Periodic charging. Positive Discard Terminal (Red) Cable Proctective Caps Lock Washer Flat VVasher Hex Hex Bolt Negative (Black) Battery Door iNSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. o Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt securely. o Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. â¢ Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. Â° Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. o Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely, Seat Pan Shoulder ! Bolt Seat @ _ Fiat Washer Adjustment Knob CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performanceÂ° o Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveledÂ° 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 sectoin of this manual. Verify that the belts are muted correctlyÂ° 9
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is propedy adjusted. See =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE o Install two latch hooks to rnulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. ,, Tighten hardware securely. o Raise and hold deflector shield in up- right position. Â° Place front of muicher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. = Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deckÂ° Â° Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. _CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower_ Raise and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. Weld Nut From Hook Points The Top Down Lock Weld Washer Latch Latch Hook Washer Mulcher Plate Deflector Shield Nut Lock Washer Washer Screw _ Latch Hooks TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mutcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also. CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton. e/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 arnps) _' Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. _' All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). v' Be sure mower deck is properly levele_ side-to-side!front..to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properl_ inflated for leveling). e/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulley and inside all belt keepers. _' Check wiring. See that al! connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUP TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TC THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ,/ Engine oil is at proper level. ,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, cl"ean, regular unleaded gasoline. v" Become familiar with all controls - thei location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/ Be sure brake system is in safe opera ing condition. ,/ It is important to purge the transmis- sion before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission Purging instructions (See =TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op. eration section of this manual). i0
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. E3 BATTERY ENGtNE ON FUEL CAUTION OR REVERSE WARNING @ ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT FORWARD FAST LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED SLOW MOWER LIFT A'N'ACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH L LOW PARKING BRAKE IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automalic Models only) I1
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THBS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference, Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch \ Ammeter Throttle!Choke Control Â© Light Switch Position Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Control Freewheel Control Ã· Parking Height Adjustment Indicator Approx Speed 3 MPH 2 MPH 1 MPH Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades or other attach ments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to control engine speed CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine offÂ° MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of the tractor: ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LiFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position iGNITiON SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine AMMETER: Indicates battery charging ( ) or discharging () PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake into the brake position 12
repairs,, We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR 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,. TO SET PARKING BRAKE o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. â¢ Place parking brake lever in "EN- GAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal,, Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure,, Attachment Clutch Throttle/Choke Lever "Engaged" Controt Position "" "Disengaged" . ,,__.<. . .Position "Brake" I _ Parking Brake Position___ ' "Engaged" _Z "-_ _ . _ Position Pedal "Drive .... Disengaged" Control Position Position Lever STOPPING MOWER BLADES - o To stop mower blades, move attach- ment clutch Lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE- o To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" po_ sitiono o Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed. ENGINE - o Move throttle control to slow position,, NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". . Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key_ Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. o Never use choke to stop engine,, NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine run- ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass,, To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when pping tractor on grass areas,, CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position, to empty grass catcher, etc. THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. o Operating engine at less than full throt- tle reduces the battery charging rate,, o Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance,, TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever, o Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. o Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. o Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height,, Â° Grasp lift leverÂ° o Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not runningÂ° These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. o The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during 13
hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. o For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relative- ly high; the second to desired height. TO OPERATE ON HILLS ,_kCAUTBON: 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. o Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hillsÂ° o Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. Â° If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. Â° if stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutcWbrake pedal quickly to brake posi- tion and engage parking brake. ,, Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT; The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is depressedÂ° o To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. o Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. o Make all turns slowly. Attachment Lift Attachment Clutch Lever High Position Lever "Engaged" Position / "Disengaged _ Low Position Position TO TRANSPORT When pusl_ing 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: ,, Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. o Putl freewheel control knob out and hotd in position by inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control rod. = Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPHÂ° o To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. NOTI_: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor: Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc..). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are 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 _. o The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. . Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. o Remove oil fill cap!dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until =FULL" mark on dipstick is reached,. Do not overfill. 14
o For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual)Â° - To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. ADD GASOLINE â¢ Fill fuel tank_ Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline., Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshnessÂ° IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- tures below 32Â°F(0Â°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good dweather starting. ARNtNG: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storageÂ° Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emp- tied 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 emptyÂ° Use fresh fuel next seasonÂ° See Storage Instructions for additional informa- tiono Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma- nent damage may occur. _kCAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfillÂ° Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel.. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flamen 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. Â° Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. - Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutcl_rake pedal and set parking brake. o Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position,. Â° Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- GAGED" position.. Â° Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. . Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute,, if the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try againÂ° If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 Â° F and above) o When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. 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) o When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi- tion. This may require an engine warm- up period from several seconds to sev- eral minutes, depending on the temper- ature. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP o Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows: â¢ Be sure the tractor is on level ground., o Place the motion control lever in neutral Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position,, o Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period, o The attachments can also be used dur- ing the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up. NOTE: 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 performanceÂ° See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.. 15
PURGE TRANSMISSION ,_CAUTION: Never engage or' disen- gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the trans- mission 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 reinstalla- tion before operating the tractor. o Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parPJng brake set. o Disengage transmission by placing free- wheel control in freewheeling position (See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). o Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throt- tle control to slow positionÂ° With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. Â° Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times, NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic ddve sys,o tern. o Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut off engine and set parking brake. Â° Engage transmission by placing free- wheel control in driving position (See 'qO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). o Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throt- tle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) posi- tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. o 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 pro- cedure with the motion control lever three (3) times, Â° Your tractor is now purged and ready for normal operation. MOWHNG TiPS o 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. o The left hand side of mower should be used for* trimming. â¢ Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cuL Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. o When mowing large areas, start by turn- ing to the dght so that clippings will dis- charge away from shrubs, fences, drive- ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished. â¢ If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possi- ble fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; tile second to the desired height. o Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave unde- sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. o Always operate engine at full throttte when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of matedal. Regulate ground speed by se* lecting a low enough gear to give the mower the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. o When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at- tachment being used. 16
MULCHING MOWING TaPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each useÂ° ,, The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawno Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this wilt provide the best recut- ting action of the blades_ o Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sunÂ° . For best results, adjust the mower cut- ting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowlyÂ° o Certain types of grass and grass condi- tions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings, When doing a sec- ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut pathÂ° o Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawno Max 1/3 17
CUSTOMER RESPONSgBgUTIES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure _ _#' ..... Check Operator Presence and T L.I ntedOck Systems .............. R Check for LoOse Fasteners _ _ - 6/'7 ............. 6 _' (A S.,_Roplsce Mowor Blades :] ........... _',- ,.... Lubri=_0n C"a,_ ............... _ _ .... T , J_ (} ,,Check Batte_ Level ................ ....... _ ___ R clean Battery and Terminals/Recharge _ , _#P ............. Check Trenssxle Cooling _#' "Adjust Blade Belt(s) TensiOn = _ _#'s ....... Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension ...... 8##'s I ! I I i Check Engine Oil Level _# V'21 ............ ................ , ....... ,.,,,_ Ip2 . Change Engine Oil E â¬iea,'"Ai; _,_; .......... N Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler/Spad_ Arrestor #o RePl_ce Oii Filter (If equipped) E â¬ieanEngine Cooling Fins R_p!,a, ce sp.am Plug ....... Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _,aco Fue, F,,ier ..................... J ..... , I - Ch_ng_ r'r_ro of;Ion when o_perating undeâ¬ _ hosw load o_ In h_gh m'nbtent tomporatures 5 - If oquippod wib% Bdjustablo system, 2 - Set,co mm*e often when operating tn ditty or dusty conditions 6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free b=ttew 3 - If equipped w_th otl fitter, change oil every 50 hours 4 - Flopl=o btodos moro o[ten when mowing In sandy soil. GENERAL RECOMMENDATnONS 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 insbucted in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodi- cally to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. o 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 Â° Check brake operationÂ° o Check tire pressure. Check operator presence and interlock systems for' proper operation. o Check for loose fastener& 7 - Ttghtet_ front rode pivot bolt to 35 tL4bs maximum Do not ovo_ghten LUBRiCATiON CHART Spindle Zerk Zerk Front Wheel @ Front Wheel Beadng Bearing Zerk Zerk Engine Clutch Pivot(s) @ SAE 30 or 10w30 Moto_ OIL General Purpose Grease Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section !MPORTANT; Do not oi! or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bear-ings. 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 dr/, powdered graphite type lubri- cant sparingly 18
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual), o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rub- ber_ o 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,. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL â¢ Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blade& o Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade, o Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. â¢ Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown o Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Fto Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated. Blade Mandrel Assembly Flat Was Trailing Lock Washer__8__ Hex Bolt (Grade "A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the boit head, TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening 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 engineÂ° â¢ The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel,. Do not attempt to sharpen while it is on the mower. o To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancero (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- anGer)Â° o Slide blade onto 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 hori- zontal position, If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balancedÂ° NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. Center Hole 5/8" Bolt or Pin Blade BATTERY Your tractor has a battery' charging system which is sufficient for normal useÂ° However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life_ o Keep battery and terminals clean. o Keep battery bolts tighL o Keep small vent holes open. Â° Recharge at 6-t0 amperes for I hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or coversÂ° Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary_ TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- minals can cause the battery to "leak" power, â¢ Open battery box doorÂ° â¢ Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove 19 batten,, from tractor.
. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. o Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. o Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. o Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BAT- TERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).Â° V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable_ Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOUNG 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, o Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. , 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 transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center. ENGnNE LUBRiCATiON Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH_ Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating tern- SAE VISCOS_Y GRADES "F o" _#' _ _ _o- so* 1_" L1 ' i , T_=_PERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE perature. NOTE; Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32Â°1 = . Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before start- ing the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip- stick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil changer All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH, o Be sure tractor is on level surface, o Oil will drain more freely when warm Â° Catch oil in a suitable container. o Remove oil fill cap/dipstick, Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil, o Remove drain plug. o After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual. o Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick, Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick Oil Drain Plug CLEAN AiR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from over- heating. Clean with a wire brush or com- pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers, 20
AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. â¢ Remove knob(s) and cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER Â° Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. = Wash it in liquid detergent and water o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. o Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oito o If very dirty or damaged, replace pre- cleanerÂ° o Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. â¢ Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE = Remove cartridge nut. * Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetorÂ° Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor. ,, Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. o Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s). IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry car- tridge. Cover Knob Cartridge Cover ------ Nut Foam Pre-Cleaner Paper Cartridge e _Base ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. o Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. o Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt. = Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. o To reassemble, reverse above proce- dure. Blower Housing Screws Screws air screen DipstickTube Assembly Spark Plug Engine Cooling MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage_ _ SPARK PLUGS ": ..... _,:: Replace spark plugs at the beginning of .''_" each mowing season or after every 100 _ hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual. nN-LBNE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season, if fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required. o With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. o Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu- retor. o Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clam.ps are properly positioned. 21
CLEANING o Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter_ o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. o Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- trical system, muffler; air filter and carbure- tor are covered to keep water out, Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. ,_kCAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o Place motion control lever in neutral (N) positionÂ° = Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. o Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Â° Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Â° Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO REMOVE MOWER Mower wilt be easier to remove from the right side of tractor: o Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- GAGED" position. o Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. o Roll belt off engine pulleyÂ° o Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring. o Disconnect anti-,swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. = Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. o Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. o Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under trac- tor: IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links, TO iNSTALL MOWER Â° Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position, o Slide mower under tractor with dis- charge guard to right side of tractor: o Lower lift lever to its lowest position. Â° Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Suspension Arms Clutch Clutch Retainer Spdng Engine Pulley Front Link Retainer Spring Anfi-Swaybar 22 Retainer Springs (Both Sides) _er SpOnge (Both Sides)
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or drivewayÂ° Make sure tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). If tires are over or undednflated, you will not properly adjust your mowerÂ° SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT o Raise mower to its highest positionÂ° â¢ At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance =A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other, o 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 1/8". o Recheck measurements after adjusting. Bottom Bottom Edge of r- _ Edge of Mower to _-_ _ 'l i f _ ,f_-_ / Mower to OrÂ°un0/l .... ..... V ,, Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8"o o If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. o To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of tums. o When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. = To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front tinks. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. = When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. o Recheck side-to-side adjustment. Mandrel Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Lift Link Adjustment Nut FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- side. If the following front-to-back adjust- ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. Nut "F" Trunnion _ _. Front Links TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Illustration Next Page) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- o Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). 23
o Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. = Pull belt away from mower: BELT INSTALLATION = Install new belt in reverse order of removalÂ° Mandrel Pulley â¢ Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guidesÂ° Â° Install mower in reverse order of removal instructionsÂ° Idler Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE ,./our tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in high- est gear, then brake must be adjusted. o Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. = Measure distance between brake oper- ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. o if distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-3/4'L Retighten jam nut against nut "A". o Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6)feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest authorized ser- vice center/department. With Parking Brake "Engaged" Nut "A" Nut Arm Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized ser- vice center/department 24 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom sid of left footrest. o Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual o Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. Â° Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cool ing fan blades. = Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. o Install new belt by reversing above pro cedureo Engine Pulley _ _,_ Clutching Idter-- _ I _ Stationary Idler_-_.. "_! Transmission / J Input Pulley,_
TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessaryÂ° tf for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmis _ sion_ o Park tractor on level surface. Stop trac-. tor by turning ignition key to "OFF" posi- tion, and engage parking brake. o Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment Iocknut one half (1/2) turnÂ° NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above adjust- ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to t/2 turn. Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary. TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor,, See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manualÂ° FRONT WHEEL TOE4N/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 your nearest authorized service center, TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS o Block up axle securelyÂ° o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). o Repair tire and reassemble. â¢ On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axleo Insert square key. o Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove_ o Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to stow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion_ Washers Retaining Ring Adjustment Locknut TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT if steering wheel crossbars are not hori- zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi- tioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. Axle Cover ! =_,,,. Square Key (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK BATTERY _CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener_ ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batter- ies.. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged,_ If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: RMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a i2 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. 25
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - â¢ Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each bat- tery, taking care not to short against chassis. o Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. Â° Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - o Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. o Remove RED cable last from both bat- teries. Positive Terminal Negative Terminal TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB o Raise hood, o Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. , Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill, o Close hood. iNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre- vent it from starting, o Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia- gram in the Repair Parts section of this manual. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. Positive Terminal Battery Negative Terminal 26
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY o Raise hood. o Unsnap headlight wire connector. o Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractorÂ° = To replace, reverse above procedures Hood Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE Manintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair estyablishment or indi- vidual. Warranty repairs must be per- formed by an authorized engine manufac- turer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL Governor Governor Control Control Plate Clamp Holes "A" Screw Throttle Cable The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary, Check adjustment as described below before loosening cableÂ° If adjust- ment is necessary, proceed as follows: o With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow to choke posi- tiono Slowly move lever from choke to fast positionÂ° o Check that holes "A" in governor con- trol lever and hole in governor plate line- up, if holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely, TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the capÂ° Do not attempt to remove the limiter caF The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needler The carburetor has been preset at the fac- tory and adjustment should not be neces- sary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: tn general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight. PRELIMINARY SETTING - o Air cleaner assembly must be assem- bled to the carburetor when making car- buretor adjustments, o Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). FINAL SETTING ,, Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. o Move throttle control lever to stow posi- tion,, With finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw, Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM. Â° While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then counterclock- wise until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions Release throttle lever, 27
ACCELERATION TEST- o Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counter- clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly= High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust- damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed set- ting carl be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjust- ing, contact your nearest authorized ser- vice center/department, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments_ Idle Speed Throttle Screw Lever _/_vM_e_ Limiter 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. ,_kCAUTION: 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 coot before stor- ing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. This will allow you to clean it thor- oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. = Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). o inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). o Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. o Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur- faces; sand lightly before painting. BATTERY ,' Fully charge the battery for storage. Â° After a period of time in storage, batteq may require recharging. ,, To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see 'q'_ CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" i the Maintenance section of this manual o After cleaning, leave cables disconnect ed and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. Â° If batter] is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly or concrete or damp surfaces. ENG{NE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fu system parts such as carburetor, fuel fiit_" fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol blende_ fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) carl attract moisture which lea to separation and formation of acids duri= storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. 28
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Engine clicks but o wilt not start o (conrd) _J u..., Loss of power CORRECTION Loose or damaged wiring. Faulty solenoid or starterÂ° â¢ Cutting too much grass/too fast. â¢ Throttle in "CHOKE" posi- tion. , Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. o Check all wiring. o Check/replace solenoid or starter_ o Set in "Higher Cut" posF tion/reduce speed. o Adjust throttle control. o Clean underside of mower housing. Â° Dirty air filterÂ° o Low oil level!dirty oil. Â° Faulty spark plug. Â° Dirty fuel filter. Â° Stale or dirty fuelo o Water in fuel. o Spark plug wire loose, o Dirty engine air screen/finso o Clean/replace air filter. Â° Check oil teveVchange oil. o Clean and regap or change spark plug. = Replace fuel filter. o Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. o Drain fuel tank and carbure.. tor, refill tank with fresh gaso- line and replace fuel filter,, o Connect and tighten spark plug wire. o Clean engine air screen!fins. Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when opera- tor leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Â° O o o e o Dirty/clogged muffler, o Loose or damaged widng, o Carburetor out of adjust- o menL Engine valves out of o adjustment. Worn, bent or loose blade, o Bent blade mandrel. Loose/damaged part(s). o Â° Clean/replace muffler Check all widng. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. Contact an authorized ser- vice center. Replace blade. Tighten blade boll Replace blade mandrel. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. o Faulty operator-safety presence control system. o Wom, bent or loose blade. o Mower deck not level. o Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mowerÂ° ,, Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of Check wiring, switches and connectionsÂ° If not corrected, contact an autho- rized service centerÂ° ,, Replace blade. Tighten blade bolto o Level mower deck. o Clean underside of mower housing. â¢ Replace blade mandrel. â¢ Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE =ROBLEM Poor cut - uneven (cont'd) Mower blades will not rotate , ,: ,,,,,,.,, Poor grass dis- charge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) , ,,i,,,,,,,,, Battery wilt not charge o o o O o D 0 O O o 0 0 0 O 0 0 0 0 0 O O 0 Q Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Obstruction in clutch mechanism_ Worn/damaged mower drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrelÂ° Engine speed too stow. Travel speed too fast. Wet grass. Mower deck not level. Low/uneven tire air pres- sure. Worn, bent or loose blade_ Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower_ Mower drive belt worn. Blades improperly installed. Improper blades used. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Switch is "OFF". Bulb(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. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. CORRECTION IL,,I ,i ,,, ,H, Â° Remove obstruction. ,, Replace mower drive belt. Â° Replace idler pulley. o Replace blade mandrel. , ll,l,,,,i, J i ,, ,l:, , , i ,, Place throttle control in "FAST" position. ,, Shift to slower speed. ,, Allow grass to dry before mowing. = Level mower deck. o Check tires for proper air pressure. o Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. ,, Clean underside of mower housing. o Replace mower drive belt. o Reinstall blades sharp edge down. o Replace with blades listed in this manual. o Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Q Turn switch "ON". Â° Replace bulb(s). o Check/replace light switch. o Check wiring and connections. o Replace fuse. Â° Replace battery. o Check/clean all connections. = Replace regulator: o Replace alternator. L ......... Q Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine. 3O
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SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 !tl Â° "Â°Â° o11io BA'T'rERY ___ )G L( ]iGNITION SWITCH I -_, (PEDAL UP} U'x.D FUSE B0 AMP ',-0,,(3- ---- _ ....... J CLUTCH t BRAKE (OPTIONAL) , _JEL, _ ' "A \ LINE ' | ! FUEL SHUT, OFF SOLENOID I O['-,KNGE [ ...... RE0 ........ STARTER I_L.ACK SEAT SWITCH _ t .... [ | (NOT OCCUPIED} ,, r-Â£LJ___ : ......... 'o ..... _ ' _ H _ L_VL 2', ATT'MENT CLUTCH _'-_ " -,,-,-r,J_,-,_,_,_,_ - fell ITCH F'I _ L_'3 ] ',._nuul_ulr_ _ ,, ...... ,s I CONNECTOR IGNITION SWITCH NOTE / , _L*C_ _ IGNITION ..... H UNIT SPARK L r'_ PLUG F--"--"'J GAP I (2 PLUGS ON TWfN CYL ENGINES,) CH,M_GI_Q b-"t _gel 0 _T'PIZr _;_ VOL'P_ _ MIN. O _ RPM 3 AMP DC O _ RPM {CHARGING SY_'T'EM D_,_,CONN_T_D) BROWN YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE UGHTS 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 HEADLIGHTS OFF G M L NONE i RUNrLtG}_IT B L A Y , RUN .... B Ã· L NONE START B L S NONE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS NON-REMOVABLE SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST, WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: tF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING, 33
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 22 --, 33 19 2 25 2B 34
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 144925 2 74760412 3 STD551025 4 STD551125 6 STD541025 8 156417 16 153664 19 STD551125 20 73350400 21 147430 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 108824X 28 4207J 29 121305X 30 140301 31 124211X 32 141226 33 109310X 40 156442 4t 71110408 42 131563 43 145673 44 73640400 45 121433X 52 141940 70 140422 DESCRIPTION Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP Bolt Hex Hd I/4-20unc x 3/4 Washer 9/32 Ã 5/8 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc Case Battery Switch, interlock Push-In Washer Lock 1/4 Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc Harness Asm Light W/4152j Bulb Ught #1156 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black Sw_tch Plunger Nc Gray Switch Ign 4 Pos Nut Ignition Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT Key lgn Molded Craftsman Hamess Ign Man CI Am Hm 97 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 UncÃ 1/2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Nut Keps BIk Hex 114*20 Unc Ammeler Rectangutar 6 Amp Protection Wire Loop Harness Engine B&S 14 OHV NOTE: All component dimensions given in US, inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 3_
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 37 53 3 3 74 28 12 55 57 54 13 . 14 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION t 160392 Chassis Assembiy 2 t40356 Drawbar 3 17490612 Screw, Thd Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4 4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x3/4 x t6 Gauge 5 t55272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 !61917X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-t6 Ã 3/4 1 ! t55927 Panel, Dash, L H, 12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P#_ !3 155934 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 144983X558 Hood Assembly I8 t26938X Bumper Hood 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 STD541437 Nut 28 145198X558 GriUe w/Clips MS-558 29 155217 Lens, GdIte 30 151287)(558 FendiFtrest Pnt STLT N HLD 558 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-t8 x 1/2 38 139886 Pivot Bracket Assembly, L H 39 139887 Pivot Bracket Assembly, R H 51 73800400 Nut Lock w/Insert t/4_20 UNC 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga, 53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7t8 55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH 57 STD522507 Bolt, F_n Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 75 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 t54798 Dash Lower STLT 74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8016 UNC 140 158418 Bracket Suspension Front 142 156095 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 I54966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT t45 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood - - 5479J Piug, Button NOTE: Atl component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch =25,4 mm 37
TRACTOR - - MODEL HUMBER 917.270641 GROUND DRIVE 57 51 88 19 98 30 35 62 36 32 61 84 100 105 37 27 72 70 I16 --66 ..._50 ,,-148 _lso _ ,,. 150 151 _ ,,. 51 55 106 38
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917=270641 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 140607 Transmission, Asm, 69 142432 2 142431 Spring, Rebam, Brake 70 134683 3 144698 Pulley, Transmission 71 141417 8 154792 Rod, Shift 72 19132012 10 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x I 73 141418 16 73800500 Nut, Lock HeÃ w/Ins 5/16-18 74 121199X UNC 75 121749X 18 74780616 Bolt HeÃ 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr5 76 12000001 19 73800600 Nut, Lock Hex wiWsh 3/8-16 77 123583X UNC 78 121748)( 21 106933X Knob Rd.. t/2-13 Plstc Thds, 81 161081 Blk_ 82 123782X 22 145627 Rod, Brake 83 19171216 24 73350600 Nut 84 141423 25 t06888X Spring, Rod, Brake 86 157480 26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16x 16 Ga.. 87 19212016 27 76020412 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 88 12000008 28 145204 Rod, ParkJng Brake 89 158388 29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake 90 124346X 30 130807 Bracket, Transmission 93 142564 32 74760512 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 94 140462 34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 95 144643 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 96 4497H 36 19211616 Washer 97 144201 37 1572H Pin, Roll 98 73510600 38 123674X Pulley, Idler, Flat 100 19111216 39 74760644 Bolt 103 73940800 40 4470J Spacer, Split 41 154777 Keeper, Belt, Idler 104 141421 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga, 105 71070516 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V_Belt 106 74780520 48 154407 BellcrankClutch Grad Drustl 108 17541026 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 50 74760624 Bolt 109 145098 51 73680600 Nut 116 72110610 52 73680500 Nut Crowntock 5/16-28 5.3 105710X Link, Clutch 144 19111016 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 145 74490540 56 74760620 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 UNC x t-1/4 146 74490536 57 161850 V-Belt, Drive I47 74490524 59 140312 Keeper, Bett, Center t48 159103 61 17490612 Screw, Thdrol 3/8-t6 x 3/4 149 122052..X Type TT 150 150935 62 8863R Cover, Pedal 151 19133210 63 161399 Pulley, Engine 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16 Ã 4 Gr,. 5 65 10040700 Washer 66 161488 Keeper, Belt Engine Hydro DESCRIPTION Screw Guide, Belt, Mower Dnve RH Strap, Torque, Lh Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 Ã 12 Ga. Strap, Torque, Rh Spacer, Split Washer 25/32 Ã t-1/4 x 16 Ga.. Ring, E Key, Square Washer 25/32 Ã 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.. Asm, Shaft Spring, Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x I6 Ga, Rod, Tie Bushing Washer 21/32 x 1-1t4 x 16 Ga. Ring, Clip Console, Shift Nut Self-Thd Wshd 114 Line Fuel Fan 7" Control Asm Bypass Hydro Spring, Retainer 1" Keeper, Belt Rh Nut Keps 3/8-16 UNC Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga Nut, HeÃ Jam Toplock 1/2-20 UNF Arm, Control Pump 500 Hydro Bolt, Head Hex 5/16 Ã 18 x t Bolt H 5/16-18 UNC x 1-i/4 Screw HeÃ Wh Hd #10-24 x 1- 5/8 Adaptor Fan Hydro Lt Hyd Alum Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/846 x 1- 1/4 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-t8 Gr,. 5 Bolt Hex 5/1648 x 2-1/4 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 14!2 Spacer Spacer Retainer Bushing Nylon CoHered Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39
TRACTOR -- MODEL HUMBER 917.270541 STEERING ASSEUBLY _42 G2 .... ,, '_ 20 1tT .._ / ._ \ _\ .7" 47 jt k 10 67 43 40
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 139768 Steedng Wheel 2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 3 156483 Spindle Assembly, LH, 4 !57473 Spindle Assembly, R H,. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x I6 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 9 3366R Bearing, Steering Column 10 t 56438 Draglink Extended Stamped 1I STD551137 Washer, Lock 13 154779 Bearing Axle STLT/GT 15 73901000 Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-1I UNC 17 156546 Shaft Assembly, Steering 18 57079 Washer, Thrust 515 x -,750 x ,033 19 124035X Support, Shaft 20 126684X Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x ,062 22 71200410 Screw, Hex Socket 114-20 x 5/8 23 127501 Pittman Shaft Assembly 25 I54406 Bracket, Steering 26 126847X Bushing, Unk, Drag 27 136874 Gear, Sector 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 Ã 16 Gauge 29 17490612 Screw, Thd,,, Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 30 STD5612!0 Pin 32 130465 Rod, fie 36 155099 Bushing, Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel 39 19133808 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge 40 STD541537 Gdpco Nut 41 100711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42 145054 Boot, Steering Shaft 4.3 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR LT 46 121232X Cap, Spindle 47 6855M Fitting, Grease 51 STD54143I Nut Lock Hex wflns, 5/16-18 UNC 54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 14/4 62 156594 Kit Steering Asm Service 63 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x I Gr 5 65 154780 Spacer Axle 66 154404 Bearing Arm Pittman 67 74781044 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3t4 68 154429 Axle, Brace NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S,, inches 1 inch = 2&4 mm 41
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o270641 33 3 81 / 78 38 7 13 4 29 \ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 / 42
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9't7.270641 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 162157 2 17720410 3 ........ 4 137352 13 272293 14 13280324 15 13200300 t6 STD551237 23 t59880 29 137180 31 109202X 32 158990 33 123487X 35 17490512 37 137040 38 ...... 40 124028X 44 17490412 46 19091416 62 STD551131 72 71070512 78 17490620 81 128861 Control Throt/Ch Lh Screw Hex Thd Cut 114-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model 28U707-1174-E1 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt Gasket I 313 Id Tin Plated Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3" Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8_18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield Browning/Debris Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented Clamp Hose BIk Screw, Thdrot 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tyt Line Fuel 20" Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer) Bushing Snap Nyt BIk Fue! Line Screw Hexwsh Thdro! 114-20x3/4 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 51t6 Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16_18x3/4 Screw Thdrol 3/8_16x1-1/4 Tytt Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE: AlL component dimensions given in U S, inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 43
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 SEAT ASSEMBLY 5 . 21 KEY NO. I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 PART NO. 140122 140551 STD523710 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17490616 19131614 155925 12OO68X KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION Seat 3350 Blkiblk Craftsman 12 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 13 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 14 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 15 Clip Push In Hinged 16 Nut He:< Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Uric 17 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Btk Zi 21 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 24 Pan Pnt Seat (blk) 25 Knob Seat 1/2-13 Unc BIk 121246X 121248X 72050412 1343OO 121250X 123976X 153236 STD541431 19171912 t27016X Bracket Prlt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-1/2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 6 Zinc Bolt Shoulder' 5/16-t8 Unc-2A Nut Hex Lock w/ins 5/16-18 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga Bolt Shoulder 5/16`t8 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S. inch* esl inch = 25,4 mm 44
DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 13 10 13 6 3 4 8 14 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 156811 3 163200 4 I63202 6 133644 8 163203 9 163204 10 156439 12 146046 13 163252 14 160396 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Decal, Opor. Instr 15 273832 Decal, Hood, RH 16 142341 Decal, Hood, LH. Decal, Customer Maintenance 20 149516 Decal, Deck Mower EZ 21 163205 Decal, Fender, Craftsman * - 138311 Decal, Fender Danger - - 154515 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic _ - t54516 Decal, Dash Panel B&S - - 164138 Decal, V-Belt Schematic - - 164139 Decal, Engine B&S 16hp Decal, Drawbar Control Movement Hyd LT Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Fender Sd. Wht Decal, Uff Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES 11 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 59192 Cap Value Tire 2 65139 Stem Value 3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060 5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"front White Service 6 278H Fitting Grease 7 9040H Bearing Range 8 106108X427 Rim Asm 6"rear White Service 9 106268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service 10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service 11 104757X Cap Axle Blk I 50 X 1 00 - - 144334 Sealant, "i3re (10 oz_ tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 45
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 LIFT ASSEMBLY 11 13 i â¬ i 32 13 19 20 15 46
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270541 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION i 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring WtPIunger 2 159471 ShaflAsm. Uft 3 I05767X Pin Groove 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer21/32 x I x21 Ga.. 6 120183X Bearing Nytong 7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Read 11 139865 linkAsm Uft Loll, 12 139866 UnkAsm Uft RH, 13 4939M Retainer Spdng 15 127218 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 112_I3 Unc 17 130171 Trunnion BIkZinc 18 73680800 Nut Crownrock 1/2-13 Unc I9 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 140302 Bearing, Pvl Lift. Spherical 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8_24 NOTE: AI_ component dimensions given in U.S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 MOWER DECK 17 34 33 32 103 105 \ 16 18 18 29 27 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 144393 Mower Housing 51 STD541410 2 STD533107 Bolt 52 139888 3 138017 Bracket Assembty, Sway Bar, 53 131845 Front 54 133943 4 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 55 155046 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 56 I22052X 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 58 140086 6 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 59 141043 8 67 162113 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 68 144200 t0 140296 Washer, Hardened 71 142427 11 134149 B_ade, Mulching 72 131870 t2 129895 Bearing, Ball 73 127847 13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 74 121748X Vented (Includes Key Number 6) 75 12000029 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 76 128903 t5 110485X Beadng, Bali, Mandrel 16 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 77 127845 17 72110610 Bolt, Carriage 3t8-16 x 1-1/4 7B 160570 I8 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5116-18 x 5/8 19 132827 Bo_t, Shoulder 79 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 80 21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-16 UNC 81 22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 82 23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 83 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 84 25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 85 26 110452X Nut, Push 92 27 130968 Shield, Deflector 101 28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 Ã 16 102 Gauge 103 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 104 30 !57722 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 105 31 t29963 Washer, Spacer 106 32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 128 33 137266 Nut, Toprock, Flanged 129 34 STD533717 Bolt 130 35 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Fiat 131 37 19131316 Washer 13/32 Ã t3/t6 x I6 Gauge 132 19132203 40 STD541437 Nut Crowntock 3/8-16 UNC 41 133551 Rod, Pivot, with Nibs !41 6266H 43 140063 Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with - - 130794 Nibs 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 45 STD624003 Retainer - - t45411 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Rolt 1/4-20 x 5/8 48 133944 Washer, Hardened 49 155066 RoIler Assembly, Cam Follower 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 DESCRIPTION Locknut Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer Spring, Torsion Brakes Guard, TUV idler Knob Custom Oval V_Beft Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs Spring, Return Arm, Clutch, Secondary Washer 25/32 x 1-518 x 16 Gauge Ring, Klip Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x 1.44 Keeper, Spring LeverAsm Clutch Pri Plm STLT 127498 Bushing, Large, Brass 153701 Spring, Mower Clutch 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 142028 Trunnion, Adj. 120958X Washer Sintered 156084 Keeper Belt IdIer 72140618 Bolt Carriage 3/8-t6 x 2-114 STD541437 Nut 136420 Mulcher Cover 71161010 Screw 19061216 Washer #10 STD551110 Washer, Lock 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger 2029J Nut, Weld 153390 Washer Felt 19131312 Washer 13132 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 STD533710 BoiL, RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC Ã1 Spacer Washer 13/32 ID x 1- 3/80.D. x t/4 Washer Thrust .75 x 1 230 Mandrel Assembly (lnctudes Key Numbers 8-t0, I2-15, 3I and 32) Mower Deck, Complete (Standard Deck, Order Separately Mulcher Plate and Gauge Wheel Components, Key Noso 101-106 and 111-121) NOTE: AIf component dimensions given in UoSinches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 49
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 310-0500 5O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBF-.R 917.270641 HYDRO TRANSAXLE-- MODEL NUMBER 310-0500 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. ! 142986 Housing, Lower 40 150778 2 142987 Assembly, Upper Housing 41 142958 3 142932 Seal, Up 43 142884 4 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 44 142990 5 142933 Ring, Retaining 52 142991 6 142934 Bearing, Shaft Ball 53 142961 7 142935 Beating, Cradle 56 142963 8 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 58 142964 9 142937 Swashplate, Variable 59 142965 13 142938 Block, CyIinderAssembly 62 142966 14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 63 142967 15 142940 Seal, Up 64 142920 17 142941 Guide, Slot 68 142969 18 150772 Shaft, Motor 69 144610 19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 92 142977 23 142944 Block, CyiinderAssembly 93 142978 24 142945 Seal, Lip 10 x 25 x 7 98 142993 25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 99 142976 26 150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 113 142917 27 142948 Seal, Up 26 x 42 x 8 1t4 142918 28 142949 Ring, Retaining 119 142980 29 142950 Washer 26 x 35 x i 134 144607 30 150787 Nut, Jam 135 144608 34 142951 Oil Filter Element 139 150775 35 142952 Arm, Bypass I40 150776 36 142953 Ring, Retaining 37 142954 Arm, Actuating 38 142955 Pin, Actuating 39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 DESCRIPTION Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC Brake RotoriStator Kit Washer 7/16 x 7t8 x Â°060 Differential Assembly Washer 3/4 x 1 5 x ..t3 Seal ..75 x 1.25 x 250 Shaft, Input Bolt 1t4-20 x 1.38 Pin .50D x A3 ID x ..750 Arm, Control Puck, Dampener Set Screw Spring Stud 5f16-24 Spring, Block Washer, Block Thrust Sleeve Bearing Seat, Wiper Cap, Vent Assembly Fitting, O-Ring Assembly Spacer Nut, Castle 5/16.24 Pin, Cotter Spring, Compression Nut, HeÃ 5/16-24 NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U..S.. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270_1 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 L 230 _614 635 337 23O 1_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR iNSTRUCTION MANUAL 294 166 1029 1026 7 52 52
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 127 138 106 987 Â°,11, T 105 51 142 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 52 164 _123 "A" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 634j 127_ 186 53
TRACTOR - - MODEL HUMBER 917.270641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE HUMBER 1174-E1 _ 523 423 _524 3 20 634A 842 524 868 868A 358 GASKET SET 977 CARBURE-I'OR GASKET s_-r 171 75 535 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL HUMBER 917.270641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 209 728 265 201 482 I to_9 LA.Et. K,T 1 !_o_ LABEL KiT' EMissioNsJ 240 615 783 801 803 503 802
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 496412 2 399265 3 391086 4 494238 5 495858 7 273280 8 495735 9 27803 10 94621 11 281246 12 271916 271997 271996 13 94728 15 94239 16 498971 94198 20 291675 22 94624 23 492326 24 222698 25 495860 495977 495978 495979 26 495854 495852 495851 495855 27 263129 28 498319 498320 29 494504 495490 32 94695 32A 94648 33 495856 34 495857 35 262811 37 224502 40 224641 45 262411 46 496884 51 272465 52 272569 53 94637 75 225136 78 94832 87 491323 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION CylinderAssembly 93 281346 Bushing, Throttle Sha|t Bearing, Cylinder 94 498030 Valve, Needle * Seat, Oil 95 94098 ** Screw, Throttle Base, Engine 98 495800 Screw, Idle Speed Head, Cylinder 104 231789 ** Pin, Float Hinge *** Gasket, Cylinder Head 105 231855 "* Valve Float Breather Assembly 106 231854 ** Seat, lnlet Valve ." Gasket, Valve Cover 108 224558 Valve, Choke (Lint 153) Screw, Sems 108A 224540 Valve, Choke (Lmt 154) Tube, Breather 11t 262715 Spring Choke (Lrn_ 155) " Gasket, Crankcase Cover, _015" !17 232118 ** Jet, Needle Valve (Std.) * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .005" 232119 Jet, Needle Vafve (Hi-All.) * Gasket, Crankcase Cover; 009" 121 499233 Carburetor Overhaul Kit Screw, Cylinder Head t23 94913 Screw, Elbow Mounting Plug, Oil Drain 125 499153 Carburetor Assembly Crankshaft t27 - - - ** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only) Timing Gear Key 130 224539 Valve, Throttle * Seal, Oil 131 494379 Shaft and Lever, Throttle Screw, Seres, Base Mounting 133 494381 Float, Carburetor Flywheel and Ring Gear 137 281165 .... Gasket, Float Bowl Assembly, Magneto 138 281164 .... Washer, Bowl Key, Flywheel 141 495097 Choke, Shaft Kit (Choke-A- Piston Assembly, Standard Size Matic) Piston Assembly, .Ot0" 141A 495931 Choke, Shaft Kit (Choke-A- Oversize Matic) Piston Assembly, 020" t42 232117 ** Nozzle, Carburetor Oversize 146 94196 Key, Timing Gear Piston Assembly, .,030" 164 214047 Elbow, Carburetor Oversize t66 94555 Stud, Rocker Arm Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size 171 281051 Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting Ring Set, Piston, .010" Oversize 186 493496 Connector, Hose Ring Set, Piston, .O20" Oversize 187 298099 Line, Fuel (Cut to Suit) Ring Set, Piston, .030" Oversize 188 94627 Screw, Sems Lock, Piston Pin 192 492160 Screw Assembly, Rocker Arm Pin Assy., Piston, Standard Size 201 262767 Link, Governor Pin Assy, Piston, v005 Â° 209 260695 Spring, Governor Oversize 216 262766 Unk, Choke Rod Assembly, Connecting 219 490815 Gear, Governor Rod Assembly, Connecting, 222 495611 Plate, Governor Control ,820" Undersize Crankpin Bore 224 94905 Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner Screw, Hex Washer Head, 225 495157 Crank, Governor 1-57/64 227 493935 Lever Assembly, Governor Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1- 230 94742 Washer, Governor Crank 5/8 232 262785 Spring, Governor Link Valve, Exhaust 238 262836 Cap, Valve Valve, Intake 240 394358 Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Une) Spring, Valve 265 221535 Clamp, Casing Guard, Flywheel 284 94704 Screw, Hex Head Retainer, Valve Spring Tappet, Valve " Included in Gasket Set (495993) Gear, Cam ** Included in Carburetor Kit (499233) .... Gasket, Carburetor *** Included in both Gasket Set (495993) and (Carburetor to Elbow) "Valve Overhaul Kit (495992) *** Gasket, Carburetor .... Included in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor (Elbow to Cylinder) Kit (499233) and Carburetor Gasket Set Stud, Carburetor Mounting (494385) Washer, Spring Screw, Pan Head NOTE: AH component dimensions given in U S inches " Seal, Governor Shaft 1 inch = 254 mrn 56
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1t74-E1 KEY PART NO. NO. 294 810068 304 496280 305 94786 308 225020 307 94930 309 497595 310 497602 31t 497608 333 495859 334 94731 337 491055 346 93705 356 497708 358 495993 363 19203 383 89838 423 94903 445 493909 467 493903 468 494439 474 393474 482 93621 503 806000 510 497606 523 495230 524 281370 525 496113 535 272403 537 281106 544 497603 552 491986 562 94907 592 231978 601 93053 614 93306 615 263080 618 262803 634 494453 634A 494455 635 280872 646 224546 657 94906 663 94620 718 230192 726 399676 727 490324 728 94951 729 281390 729A 225170 741 262932 KEY" PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Screw, Set 757 213998 Link, Counterweight Housing, Blower 758 399891 Counterweight Assembly Screw, Hex, Head, 759 298909 Pin, Counterweight Blower Housing Mounting 76I 94593 Screw, Counterweight Shield, Cylinder 783 280104 Gear, Starter Screw, Cylinder Shield 80t 394856 Cap, Drive Motor, Starter 802 497605 C,_p, End Bolt, Thru 803 497604 Housing, Starter Brush Set 842 270920 " Seal, Oii FillerCap Armature, Magneto 847 496415 Fill Group, Oil Screw, Sems, Armature 85t 224110 Terminal, Ignition Cable Mounting 868 494435 *'* Seal Assembly, Valve Plug, Spark 868A 272610 "** Gasket, Valve Screw, Hex Head 871 262835 Bushing, Guide (intake & Wire Assembly Exhaust) Gasket Set 872 281361 Cover, Air Cleaner Puffer, Flywheel 875 495862 Body, Air Cleaner Wrench, Spark Plug 877 393456 Diodeand ConnectorAssembly Screw, Sems 947 497672 Solenoid Cartridge, Air Cleaner 965 94010 Nut, Hex Knob, Air Cleaner 975 495933 Bowl Assembly, Carburetor Screen, Fiush Rotating 977 494385 Carburetor Gasket Set Stator, Alternator 987 281166 "* Seal, Throttle Shaft Screw, Sems I005 281400 Fan, Flywheel Strap, Starter t006 224413 Retainer, Fan Ddve, Starter 1019 496758 Label Kit Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 1022 272475 *'* Gasket, Cover * Seat, FilIer Tube 1023 224552 Cover, Rocker Arm Tube, Oil Filfer 1026 494432 Rod, Push, Intake Element, Filter 495136 Rod, Push, Exhaust * O-Ring, Air Cleaner 1029 224554 Arm, Rocker Armature, Starter 1033 495992 Valve Overhaul Kit Bushing, Governor Crank 1034 495248 Guide Assembly, Push Rod Bolt, Carriage 1036 499364 Label Kit, Emissions Nut, Hex 1044 94673 Screw, Hex Head Clamp, Fuel Pipe t054 270723 -Re, Cable Pin, Cotter 1058 272623 Manual, Owner's Retainer 1090 497607 Retainer, Brush Spring, Choke Return t091 281364 Cap, Limiter "* Seat, Spring Assy. 2500 28N707-t026 Replacement Engine "* Seal, Spring Assy 496050 Replacement Shortblock Boot, Spark PIug Brace, Air Cleaner RPM Settings: Low: 1650-1850, High: 3200-3400 Screw, Sems Screw, Self-Tapping _ lnc{uded {n Gasket Set (495993) Pin, Dowel *' Included {n Carburetor Kit (499233) Gear, Ring *'* Included in both Gasket Set (495993) and (includes Mounting Hardware) Valve Overhaul Kit (495992) Cover, Starter .... lncfuded in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor Screw, Torx_ Kit (499233) and Carburetor Gasket Set Clip, Wire (494385) Retainer, Wire NOTE: AU component dimensions given in U..S inches Gear, Timing 1 inch = 254 mm 57
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION I "" SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. It A Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _] _ greater than 15Â°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extreme __ caution when changing direction on slopes.
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