Craftsman AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR 917.27206 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual JCRAFTSMAN'J 16.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.272060 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts This product has a low emiSsion engine which operates differently from previously built engines, Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual, CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................................ 11 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18 Service and Adjustments .................... 23 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Repair Parts ........................................ 34 Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty does not cover:. • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, pelts and oil filters. • Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine. • Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electdcal and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. • Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami- nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its purchase date. • Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this dding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a tdp charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN- HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safely instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up end thrown by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. • Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always tum off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. •Tum off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operste the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower- related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. Slopes are a ma or factor related to loss. of-control and tipover accidents, wh ch can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as recks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacl_ • Use slow speed, Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shL while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can chang_ the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on the slopes slot and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, • Avoid starting or stopping on a slepe. tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary and then, turn slowly and gradu ally downhill, if possib e. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, ol embankments. The mower could suddenly tum over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edg caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced tract on could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. 3
III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children, Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and tum machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. IV. SERVICE • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. - Use only an approved container, - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke, - Never refuel the machine indoors. - Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. • Never run a machine inside a closed area, • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another rc'_f',_,r_ 1_1_ adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. • Remove ol_tacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. • Do not turn on elopes unless neces- sary, and then, tum slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. _bLook for this symbol to point out impodant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!H BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. _. CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. _, CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. _IIWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or efnit chemicals known to the State of Califomia to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. ,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED _.ND TYPE: REGULAR DILTYPE SAE 10W30{above 32°F) _,PI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) ; OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4,0 PINTS W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC SAP: .040") VALVE CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE GROUND FORWARD: 5.5 SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4 ]'IRE FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30 MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE: U 1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you .cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instruction.s will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES'. REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- ing, caring for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- nance" and =Storage" sections of this owner's manual. _WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrestsr is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
Steering Wheel Insert _1_(1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steerin! _ Boot Steering Wheel (1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 =_ Steedng Wheel Adapter t Stx_:nd;gn Shaft at (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Slope Sheet Keys € (2) Keys Video Cassette For Future Use
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers (2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of • view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering :i II wheel). TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON I. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. 2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four comers of carton, and lay panels flat. 3. Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove, BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR FROM SKID A'I-rACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely. 2. Place tabs of, steedng boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. 4. Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension. 5. Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. _ Insert _" 3/8 Hex Bolt !_-----"3/8 Lock Washer __La_ge Flat S g Boot Shaft 5/16 Lower '_ "' Steering ,.. Shaft ' "- Tab Slots 6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. 7. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. 9. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and gdll. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tire where tractor is to roll off skid. HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR CHECK BA'n'ERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions).
Battery Door Terminal INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan. • 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. 8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. 8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat \, Seat Pan_ Bott NOTE: YOU may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. 3. Place freewheel control in freewheel- ing position to disengage transmis- sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). 4. Roll tractor forward off skid. 5. Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor. TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) A_IhWARNING: Before starting read understand and follow all instructions n the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. t. Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. 3. Place freewheel control in 'transmis- sion engaged" position. 4. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. 5. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 6. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 7. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. 8. Release parking brake. 9. Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid. 10,Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position. 11 ,Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. 9
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of muicher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. ,_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. Mulcher Plate Shield Latch Hooks TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are de- signed for discharging and bagging also. CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance, • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacingmotion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Ad ustments section of this manual. Ver fy that the belts are routed correctly. 10 CHECKBRAKESYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. _CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: ,/'All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/'No remaining loose parts in carton. v" Battery is property prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/'All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were ovednflated at the factory). ,/'Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). ,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. ,/Before ddving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position. While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items: ,/ Engine oil is at proper level. ,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ,/Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. ,/It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW @ ixl FUEL CHOKE OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED _r_'m R N H L c®)_ I ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEPHANDSANDFEETAWAY 11 FREEWHEEL (A_omat_ Models one)
KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Ammeter Ignition Switch Light Switch Lift J Lever Plunger Throttle/Choke Attachment Control _ Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Height Pedal Adjustment indicator Freewheel Control _ Parking Brake Lever Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates charging ( ) or discharging (-) of battery. ATFACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. AI-rACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position, LIGHT SWITCH -Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/ brake pedal into the brake position, THRO'I'rLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed. FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. 12
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repaim. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. 2. Place parking brake lever in "EN- GAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure. Throttte/ Attachment Clutch Lever aClr_ __ _ , -. • _,_ =Disengaged" Position Position "Engaged" _j Position Ignition Key "Disengaged" P"" Posi_on /_addng Brake =Engaged" Lever STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades,move attach- ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground drive, depress clutch/ brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutcWbrake pedal is de- pressed. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to =backfire". • Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged, (dead). NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. p_eCt _,UTIOI_: Al_ay.s s.top t r_ctgr com- ely, as oescnoeo above, oerore leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever. 1. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Release parking brake and clutch/ brake pedal. 3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the cool season and to over 3 inches dudng hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. 13
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are propedy adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prober position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). 2. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropdate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely. 3. Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. 3/8-16 Locknut ._ Wheel 3/8 Gaug, Shoulder TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. _, CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place. Attachment Clutch Lover "Engaged" Position _ "Dise_ Position _ _'_ Attachemnt Lift Lever High Position n Deflector Shield TO OPERATE ON HILLS _CAUTION: Do not ddve up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not ddve across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/breke pedal quickly to brake position 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 de- pressed. • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. 1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. 2. Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. • To reengaga transmission, reverse above procedure. 14
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose contro! of your tractor. BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is roached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should • change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting, _WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty, Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. _I, CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. 2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 3. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 4. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- GAGED" position. 5. Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to =START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control beck to the choke position and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) 7. When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. 15
• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 7. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depend- ing on the temperature. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in cold weather, _ the transmission should be warmed up as follows: 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 2. Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly retum to operating position. 3. Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See =TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adiustments section of this manual. PURGETRANSMISSlON _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 transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission 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. : 1. Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. 2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position, With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal 4. Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times, NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system. 5, Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake. 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. 8. Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet retum the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation. 16
MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu- tion of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by tuming to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand tums until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when, mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. MULCHING MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutUng action of the blades. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dded and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicu- lar to the first cut path. • Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn. 17
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES CheCk Brake O_Uorl Check Tire pro'_u_ V _ Check Operator Presence and T Intelt_k Systems II_ CheCk I0¢ LoOSe Fasteners ll_ I_z I_ A Sherper_Replsce Mower Bktde= I1_, T Check Battery Level R G lean Battery and Terminals I1_ V r Check Transaxle Cooling li_ Adjust B_de Belt(s) TenSion It#/! Adjust MOUOn Dflve Belt(s) Tens)on _a Check Engine OII Level _ Change En_ne Oil _=.: I_' E Clean Air Filter 11_2 N Clean Air Screen IkS2 Insp_:t M uffier/Spark Art ester _1_ Replace 011FiJier (if equipped) t1_12 N CJea. Ef_no Cooling FIns 11_2 i ! ReplaCe Spark Plug I_ Rep_itce Ak Filter Paper Catlddge _2 Rep_e Fuel F_lt _- I_ GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual, Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to pmpedy maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check brake operation. 3. Check tire pressure. 4. Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation. 5. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION CHART Spindle - (_ Spindle Zerk Zerk _Front Wheel Beadng Beadng Zerk Zerk i (_)SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL _)REFER TO Maintenance *ENGINE" SECTION IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the _ivot points which have special nylon earings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubncated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 18
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL 1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. 2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. 3. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. Trailing I Up Mandrel Assembly Blade Center Hole Flat Washer Lock Washer _€-- Hex Bolt "A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the belt head. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal- ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthraaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. Center Hole 19
BA'I-FERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers, Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary, TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. Open battery box door. 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. 3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 5. Coat terminals with grease or petro- leum jelly. 6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANBAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis- sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean, • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins, TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/depedment. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE V_SCC_ITY GRADES Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. t. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. 2. Remove cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. 3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and tuming counterclockwise. 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to tha end of the drain valve. 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 2O
8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked Position Cap Drain Tube CLEAN AIR SCREEN • Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE,/COOUNG AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating. AIR RLTER Your engine will not run propedy using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions• 1. Remove knob and cover. 2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 3. Slide foam pra-cleaner off cartridge. 4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. 5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry. 6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartddge. 7. Reinstall the pra-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge. 8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely. Air Cleaner .Cover Knob Foam ! Nut Rubber Grommet Paper Cadddge Base Screen MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark an'ester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. 1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug), 2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter. 21
3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter. 4. Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an addi- tional 1/2 tum. 5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA- TIONS" section of this manual. 6. Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation. Oil Filter IN-LINE FUEL RLTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required. 1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. 2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor. 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. Clamp _. Fuel Filter _ -- CLEANING i lean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. zz
_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. 1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- GAGED" position. 2. Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. 3. Roll belt off engine pulley. 4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt. 5. Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket. 6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. 7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. 8. Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. 9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor. Small Retainer Spring Clutch IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame. TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor. 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position. 4. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires areproperly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. Link AnU-Swa _ 3pdngs (Both Sides) Housing Guide Larg 23
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. Bottom edge of Bottom edge of mower to _ mower to ground _ ground n Ann 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. • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. -__ndrel Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length / Nut ,,_Nut "E Trunnion_ TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. Mandrel Pulle 24
BELT INSTALLATION - 4. Install new belt in reverse order of removal. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 6. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. TO ADJUST BRAKE Your 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 highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. 2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. 3. If distenceis otherthan 1-9/16',loosen jam nut and rum nut =A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut against nut "A". 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. With Perking Brake "Engaged" ut _A" _nt is ne_ssa_ coned your nearest _uthodzed service center/department ro REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT °ark the tractor on level surface. Engage 3arking brake. For assistance, there is a _elt installation guide decal on bottom ;ida of left footrest. L Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. 4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. 5. Install new belt by reversing above procedure. Engine Pulley Clutching Idler- StationaPj Idler_ Transmission Input Pulley., TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. t. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. 2. Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward. 3. Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off. 4. While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. 5. Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position, 6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps: 1. Loosen the adjustment bolt. 25
2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep. 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Start engine and test. 5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate Lever TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after rainstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to nght) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe- in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. 4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion, Washers _ Retaining _ RI Q\ /\ f llL : Axle \ I\ lll/(f_,llkll i __,,.._ , ",_,,'..._" Square Key/- (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY. _I_ALmON: L.ead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. ,,eep spade, _me and smoking matedals away from batteries. Always wear eye pmtec'don when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehicaJ must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor batlery to start other w_cles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. 2, Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Charged Positive Battery Negative 26 Terminal
REPLACING BATTERY _CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding, 1. Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 3. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 4. First connect RED battery cable to positive ( ) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. 5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. 6: Close battery box door. Battery Box Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the gdll. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. To replace, reverse above procedure. / Hood ' Headlight Wire .... i/' Connector ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-reed engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufactureCs service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory end adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustreent as descnbed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not funning, move throttle control lever from slow to choke posillon. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position. 2. Check to see if hole in throttle lever end bole in speed control bracket are aligned. 3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" ddll bit through both boles. 4. Pull throttle c_ble up to remove slack and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill bit. Cable _ Clamp -_.____L_ Screw _ Speed Control _'_/_ J Bracket 27
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, However, minor adjus_ant may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the cadouretor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning the adjuslJng nsedles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine gMng a leaner fueVair mixture. Turning the adjusting nsedles out (counter- clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and seats in carburetor may result if tumsd in too tighL NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limitar cap. The Iimiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. 1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). 2. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine running and shifl/motlen control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Idle sneed settin? - W'_h throtife oontrol lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle spesd adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attainsd. 4. Idle fuel needle sottine - With throttle control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two pnsltions. 5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necas- sery. ACCELERATION TEST - 6. Move throltle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusling needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has prope= equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. Idle Speed Adjusting Screw _ 28
immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the 'ractor will not be used for 30 days or ,'nore, CAUTION: Never store the tractor Nith gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 3. Lubdcate as shown in the Mainte- nance section of this manual. 4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. 5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting. BATTERY , Fully charge the battery for storage. 0 After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage dudng long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI- NALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM iMPORTANT: It is important to prevent ;lum deposltes from forming in essential Fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel 3ose, or tank dudng storage. Also, experiance indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of and engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER(S) 1. Remove spark plug(s). 2, Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. Tum ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows conden- sation to form and will cause your tractor to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter, 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug, 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. I 5. Stale or dirty fuel. 6, Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed 2. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Blown fuse. 5. Corroded battery terminals. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter. CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See"TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Replace fuel filter. 7. Drain fuel tank and carbure- tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 8. Check all wiring. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 10.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 12111 Clean/replace air filter, Replace spark plug. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuel filter. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 6. Check all wiring. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments sectiori. 8. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal, 2. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuse, 5. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check all wiring. 7. Check/replace ignition switch. 8, Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 9. Faulty operator presence switch(es). Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery, will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. 3O
"ROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM Loss of power continued) Excessive vibration Englnecontinues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Mower blades will not rotate i CAUSE 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. i 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10.Spark plug wire loose. 11 .Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12.Dirty/clogged muffler. 13.Loose or damaged widng. 14.Carburetor out of adjustment. 15. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 4. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Cleanireplece air filter. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10.Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11.Clean engine air screen/ fins. 12.Clean/replace muffler. 13.Check all wiring. 14.See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section. 15.Contect a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1, Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 31
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure, 6. Wom, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8. Mower ddve belt worn. 9. Blades improperly installed. 10.Improper blades used. 11 .Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss ofddve 1. Switch is "OFF". 2. Bulb(s) bumed out. 3. Faulty light switch. 4. Loose or damaged wiring. 5. Blown fuse. 1. Bad battery cell(s). 2. Poor cable connections. 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4. Faulty alternator. 1. Freewheel control in =disengaged" position. :2. Motion drive belt wom, damaged, or broken. 3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing. CORRECTION 1. Place throttle control in IFAST" position. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10.Replece with blades listed in this manual. 11 .Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Replace bulb(s). 3. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connec- tions. 5. Replace fuse. 1. Replace battery. 2. Check/clean all connec- tions. 3. Replace regulator. i 4. Replace alternator. 1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position. 2. Replace motion ddvs belt. 3. Purge transmission. Engine"backfires" 1. Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to whentumlng set at =SLOV, Z' =SLOW" position and allow engine position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before "OFF" before stopping engine, stopping engine.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 SCHEMATIC IGNITION SWITCH BATtERy SOLENOID R_O (_ _ FUSE ' i (OPTIONAL) w_l_ i _ 1_ a_c_ CLUTCH / BRAKE r I (PEDAL UP) , ...... 4 ATYMENT CLUTCH i _-_ - (CLUTCH OFF) ;8-5 .... _, FUE_ SH_-OF_ '- -_ ...... SOLENOIO SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) _ OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #1 86; i OPERATOR ESENCE RELAY #2 SPARK IGNITION PLUG L_r_ GAP 2 PLUGS ON I_VI_ CYL. ENGINES) OIODE i ALTERNATOR qL_l_t50FF_ I':_ I OPERATOR _'_ REMOVABLE IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTIONS NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS RELAY HEADLIGHTS p NOTIE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPEC WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE 8ATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHT- NESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. WIRING INSULATED CURB AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. NOTE: IF WIRING INBULJ_,TED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. THEIR BRIGHTEST. 33
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 ELECTRICAL 24 41 / t 34
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 uoc x 3/4 8 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 16 161343 Switch, interlock N Opn/N Opn 21 166182 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 22 4152J Bu;b, Light 24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" 25 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire 26 175158 Fuse, 20 Amp 27 73510400 NutKepsHexl/4-2OUnc 28 4207J Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" 29 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal Op Otlve 30 175566 Switch, Ignition 33 140403 Key, IgnlUon 40 17(]_0 Harness, Ignition 41 71110408 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2 42 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red 43 175141 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangurar 52 141940 Protection Wire LoOp 81 109748X Relay Asm. NOTE: All comp_lent dirnenslo_ls g_ve/1 in U.S. Inches I inch = 25.4 mm 35
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3 74 44 I 2O6
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis Stamping 2 169061 Dmwber 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carrlage 3/8-16xl 11 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H. 12 145660 Clip TInnetman Gttlle P/L 13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H, 17 144963X558 Hood Assemb4y 18 126938X BumperHocd 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 26 STD541437 Nut 28 156725X558 Gdlle Lens Asm 29 155217X599 Lens, Gdlle 30 164919X558 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT 31 139976 Bracket, Fender Sup_oort 37 1749(To08 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt 38 169834 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut LOCk w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC 52 Ig091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga. 53 145201 Bracket Gdlle Flckoff LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8 55 145202 Bracket Gdlle PIckoff RH 57 STD522507 Bolt, F_n Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75 58 150127 Duct Air EngJne P/L LT 60 7214C606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3_-16 UNC 142 165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Bracket Sweybar Chessts 144 154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT 145 156524 Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood 159 135123X428 Cupholder 206 170165 Bolt Shoulder5/16-18TT 207 17670508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18xli2TY'Fr 206 17070608 ScrewThdrol 3/8.16xl/2 212 165919 Insert Lens Reflective - - 5479J Plug, Sutton NOTE: All oornponent dimensions given in U.S. Inches t Inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 GROUND DRIVE
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. 1 ...... Transaxle (See BreakdOwn) _5 Hydro Gr 314-0510 66 8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 70 10 ST[To61210 PInCotter 1/8xl CAD 71 14 10040400 Washer LOCk H W Helical 72 15 74490544 BOlt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5 73 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 74 19 s'r[To41437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 75 21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 76 22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro ?7 24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 78 25 106888X Spring, Brake ROd 81 26 STD551037 Washer 82 27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 83 28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 84 29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 89 30 169592 Bracket. Transaxle 90 124346X 32 7476_512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 95 170201 34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 96 4497H 35 120183X Beadng, Nylon 116 72110610 36 19211616 Washer 120 73,900600 37 1572H Pin, Roll 150 165850 38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 151 19133210 39 74760644 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8o16 x 2-3/4 156 166002 40 4470J Spacer, Split 158 165589 41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 159 165494 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 161 72140406 47 127783 Polley, Idler, V-Groove 162 73680400 48 154407 Belk;rank, Clutch 163 74780416 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 164 19091010 50 STD523715 Bolt 165 165623 51 BTD541437 NutCrowolock 3/8-16UNC 166 166880 52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 168 165492 53 105710X Link, C_utch 169 165580 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 197 169613 56 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16x 1-1/4 198 169593 57 140294 V-Belt 199 16_612 59 169691 Keepar, Center Span 200 7214(T'J08 61 17(To0612 Screw. 3/6-16x3/4 20_ 72110612 62 8883R Cover, Pedal 63 140186 Pulley, Engine 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 PART NO. DESCRIPTION S_1143 Washer 154?78 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 134683 Keepar Belt Engine 169183 Stra40 Torque Lh Hydro 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga. 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 137057 Spacer 121749X Washer 25/32 x t.1/4 x 16 Gaug ST[To-_1075 E-R_g 123583X Key, Square 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gaug 165596 Shaft Asm Cross Tapared 165711 Spdng Toralon 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga, 169594 Link Transaxle 1648gOX428 Console, Shift Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires Retainer Spring 1" Zinc_Cad Bolt Rdl_d Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 Bushing Bellcrank Grd Ddve Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/16fD x 1.125 Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tapered Range Shift Lt Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5 Washer 5/8 x ,281 x 10 Ga Brackdt Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 Plate Fastening Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"10 washer Nyl 7/8 I D x .105" Hyd Bolt Shoulder 5/16-1gUNC Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x t Bolt Cart Sh 3/6-16 x 1-1/2 Gr,5 NOTE: AIJ component dimensions given io U.S. Inches I Inch = 25.4 mm 39
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 STEERING ASSEMBLY ,- L 11 4o 2 \ \ \ \ \ _29 40
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO: NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 SteedngWheel 2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 23/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 9 3366R Bearing, Steedng Column 10 169832 Draglink 11 $7D551137 Washer, Lock 13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front 15 145212 Nut, Hexflange Lock 17 156546 Shaft Assembly, Stsedng 13 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033 19 160395 Support, Shaft 22 165857 Screw Hex Wshhd Torx 23. 165851 PIttman Shaft ASSembly 25 1544G6 B(acket, Steedng 26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 27 136874 Gear, Sector 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7t8 x 16 Gauge 29 1706G612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 30 STD561210 Pin 32 130465 Rod,Tie 36 155099 Bushing, Steshng 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 insert, Steedng Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge 40 STD541537 Nut LockCenter3/8-24UNF 41 100711 L Adaptor, Steedng Wheel 42 145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT 46 121232X Cap, Spindle 47 6855M Fl_ng, Grease 51 STD541431 NutLockHexw/Ins. 3/16-18UNC 54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 62 1679(}2 Kit Steedng Asm SewIce 63 STD5237t0 Bolt, Fin Hex 3_-16 UNC x I Gr 5 65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle 66 154404 Beadng Arm Plltman 67 72140618 Boft Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 68 169827 Axle, Brace 79 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga 80 74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4 82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front 85 133835 Fsetner Chdstm_s Tree NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 ENGINE ! 38 1o! 31 /: _ 33 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 8o i , :i i 42
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170548 Contrbl, Throffie 2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cuffing 1/4-20 x 5/8 3 ...... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kobler Model No. CV460-26509 4 159420 Muffler 13 12-041-03 Gasket Kohier 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 ST[To51237 Washer 23 169837 Shield Sm/Dbr Guard 29 137180 Arrestor, Spark 31 1092(_X Tank, Fuel 32 158_30 Cap ASsembly, Fuel Seato, Vented 33 123487)( Clamp,Hose 37 137040 Line, Fue_ 38 148315 Plug, Drain Gtl Easy 40 124_8X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line 44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4 45 170(_612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/6-16 x 3/4 46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge 77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 80 74760508 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2 81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc 101 M73030800 Nut Flan-ge M8-1,25 Non-Lk Zinc 105 17120616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 SEAT ASSEMBLY 8 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 140123 Seat 13 121248X Bushing, Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 14 72050412 Bo_tl Cardage 1/4-20 x %1/2 71110616 Bo_t 15 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x I x 10Gauge 16 12t250X Spdng 145006 Clip, Push*In Hinged 17 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 STD541437 Nut 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18UNC 124181X Spring, Seat 22 ST[T-o41431 Nut 17000616 Screw 3/8-16x 1-1/2 24 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3!16x12Ga. 19131614 Washer t3!32xlx14Gauge 25 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18x,62 174894 Pan, Seat 166369 Knob Seat NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting inches 1 inch -- 2ti.4 mm 44
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 DECALS 10 20 '12 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 156811 Decal, Oper. instr. 13 177336 Decal, Lower Dash 2 177368 Decal, HP Engine 14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schema_c 3 171698 Decal, Hood, R.H. 16 138047 Decal. Battery Diehard 4 171699 Decal, Hood, LH. 20 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Pon Eng 5 171763 Decal Hood Replacement - - 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 6 133644 Decal, Customer Malntenanc e -- 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 7 177325 Decal, Hood Side -- 165799)(428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 8 172331 Decal. Deck - - 169210 Decal By Pass LT Hydro 9 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 177370 Owner's Manual English 10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger - - 177371 Owner's Man ual, Spa nish 12 146046 Decal, V-Bait Ddve Schematic WHEELS &TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 11 I 2 3 4 8 9 lO 11 .. 59192 Valve Cap, Tire 65139 Stem, Valve 10_222X Tire, Front 59S04 Tube, Front Tire (Not Provided, Sewice Item Only) 106732X427 Rim, Front 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wrleal Only) SO40H Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel Only) 106108X427 Rim,Rear 122082X Tire, Rear 7152J Tube, RearTire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 104757X428 Cap, Axle 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm 45
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 LIFT ASSEMBLY 13 3 2 6 5 4 19 13 ---,-_ _ 31 32 13 19 2O 46
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 159460 [_If{ Lever Inner Wire Assembly 2 159471 Shaft ASSembly, Lilt 3 105767X Pin, Groove 4 120000(_ E-F_ng 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 6 120183X Beadng, Nylon 7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 11 139865 Link, Uft, L.H. 12 139866 Unk, Uft, R.H. 13 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 15 173288 Link, Front 16 73350800 Nut. Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73800600 Locknut, Hex, wlth WaSher Insert 1/2-13 UNC 19 139868 Arm, Suspension,Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 169865 Bearing, Pvt, Lilt 32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 MOWER DECK 157 _ _/,_ 67 151 . ' 183 ISS _37 159-_ "44 _1505 .._ 105 106 102 103 102/_' 34 >21 119 5 6 118 16 1 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 STD533107 Belt 3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" ack 5 STD_4C(_ Retsiner Spdng 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 8 850_57 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 10 140296 WaSher, Haf_ened 11 134149 Blade, Mulchlug 13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented (Includes Key Number 12) 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vantsd 15 110485X Beadng, Bafl, Mandrel 16 140329 Stripper, Vantsd Mower Deck 18 7214G505 Bblt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 21 $1_341431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-16 UNC 22 134753 Sflffener Bracket 23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 25 123713X Spdng, Torsion, Deflector 26 110452X Nut, Push 27 130068X428 Shield, Deflector 28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 30 157722 Screw Thdrbl Washer Head 91 129063 Washer, Spacer 52 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Planged 34 STITo33717 Bolt 35 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 36 131494 Pulley, Ider, Rat 37 STD,351037 Washer 13i52x13/16x16Ga 40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3_-16 UNC 44 140068 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 45 STD624003 Retainer 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 48 133944 Washer, Hardened 49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Fbllower 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr 5 51 STD541410 LOcknut 52 139888 BblL Shoolder 5/16-18 UNC 53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 54 13,3943 Washer, Hardened 55 155046 Arm, Idler 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval 68 144959 V-Belt 92 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8.16 101 136420 Mulcher Cover 102 71081010 Screw Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/6 103 19061216 Washer #10 104 STD551110 Washer, Lock 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger 106 2_o9J Nut, Weld 1tl 155197 Bracket, Gauge, WheelLH. 112 155198 Bracket, Gauge, Whsel R.H. 113 1706G514 Screw Taping5/16-18 114 STD541431 Nut, Hex, Kaps 5/16-18 Unc 115 7211G504 Bolt, Carriage 5/16 Unc x 1/2 116 4806H Bolt, Shoulder 117 165746 Wheel,Gauge 118 73.930600 Nut, Centedock 3/8-16 119 STD551037 Washer3/8x7/Sx14Gauge 121 143723 Bracket 129 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga. 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc xl Gr. 5 131 STD533710 Bolt, RdhdSqnk3/8-16UNCx1 142 165890 Arm Spdng Brake Mower 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42" 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable 145 165888 Pulley Idler Rat 146 171977 Bdlt Cardage 101er 147 131335 Sprtng Extansian 148 169022 Spring Return Idler 149 165898 RetaFner Spring Yellow Zinc 150 19091216 Washer 9/32x3/4x16Gs 151 169670 Bracket Clutch 152 160676 Cable Clutoh 42 In 153 16,9674 Washer Flat 3/8" Typa S 154 169675 Spring Retainer 155 160671 Spdng Retenflon Lever 156 169672 Spacer 157 169669 RodClutch 158 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x5/8 159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1- 3/4 - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (includes Key Numbers 8-10, 12-16, 31 and 32) * - 169583 Mower Deck, Complete (Standard Deck, Order Separatsly Mufcher Plate and Gauge Wheel Components, Key Nos. 101-106 and111-121) NOTE: _l component dimensions given in U.S.inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 49
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 59 1704G6 Rotor, Brake 1 170_51 Main Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake PUCk 2 170352 Sibe Housing, Aseembly 61 142881 Puck Plate 3 170_53 Center Section, Assembly 62 142887 Brake Act_a_t_g Pk_ 4 170354 Swashplate, Trunldn Manhlned 63 170410 Hlhcs 1/4-20x2 W/Patch, 5 169896 Block ~ Assembly SpectsiFlange 6 170355 Sea_ant 10.5 Oz 64 142892 Bo_t, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch 7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 65 170411 Spacer 66 170412 Spdng, Brake Arm Bias 9 170358 Shaft, tr_ptJt 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bo_t 5/16-24-Ribbed 10 170_59 Ring - Retaining 68 170414 Arm, Brake 11 170360 Sp_,cer 69 170415 Slofted Hex Nut 5/16.24 12 169870 Ring- Retaining 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.56 X .276 14 169869 Bali Bfg 17ram ld X 4Omm Od X 71 170417 Compression Bpdng Brake Anti-D_ 12ram 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D. X 16 170Q62 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16.24 X .032 0.75 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8 17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 O.O 18 170364 Arm,Control 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25 19 150771 Beadng, 30x52x13 Thrust 75 170420 Chank P_ug AssembPy, .027, 23 170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer Washer 24 170366 Shaft, Motor 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 Fdction Pack 27 t 70367 Gear _ Pinion, 13t 77 170422 Puck, .330 X 1.60 X .0975 28 170368 1OV48t Gear 78 142969 Spdng, Hsiical Comp 29 170369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft 79 142980 Spacer 30 170370 60t Bull Gear 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24UnJf 31 170371 Sleeve Beadng .75 X 1.575 X.626 (Nylon I_.e_) 32 17(_89 Sleeve Beating(Outboard) 81 170423 Wedge, Fdctlon Pack .75xl,750x.625 82 170424 Clip, Washer .316xl .50x.1046 33 142991 Washer, 3/4 _d X 1-1/20d X (Plated) .13 Thk 83 1611_ Pin, Standard Headlese 34 170380 Lip Seal Axle Sea_ 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube 35 17G_91 Shaft, Axle .75 X11.39(Key, R,H.) 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank 36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X16.99 (Key,L.H.) 86 170427 Expe_r_sk_n Tm_k 37 150792 Miter Gear (Spllded) 87 170424 Cap - Popbet Valve 38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 88 170429 Bolt, Seft Tapping t 0-32 X 1/2 38 150809 Shaft 90 170430 Puck, inner Wedge 40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 93 170431 Spdng Clip - Housing Thrust 41 170_94 Pin, Jackshaft 107 170432 Oetldctor 42 170395 Magnet, Rldg 108 170433 Washer, Motor Shaft .7t Id x 43 t 7(J_96 Spring, Bypass 1.160dx.030thk 44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 109 170434 Plug, Sae #6 L°_3 111 170435 O-Ring .07X .301 I.D. 45 170_97 Filter 112 170436 Shield, Vent 46 170398 Base, Fifter 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion 47 170999 Actuator, Bypass Tank 48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 116 170438 SlflconSpange 49 170401 Am), Bypass 119 170439 Fan, 7 In. 50 170202 Retaining RIng .250 Extemad 120 170440 Pulley 51 17040_ Seal, Ltp .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 121 170441 Hex Lock Nut I/2-20 (Nylon 52 170404 Flat washer, 5/8 ld X 1.00d Insert) X .05 Thk 122 170442 Washer, Belldvtile 53 170405 Retaining Ring 123 170443 Be_t Keeber 54 170406 Readng, Center Bluck 124 170444 Center Sectk_n-FIIter-Bypass 55 142977 Spdng - Helical Compressldn Assembty 56 142978 Washer 125 170445 Filter Aseembly 57 150798 20w-50Oil 126 170446 Fan - Pulley Service Assemb_/ 58 170407 Brake Yoke 127 170447 Seal - O-Ring Kit 128 173165 Kit, I'xpansion Tank 900 166768 Transaxle Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 iuch = 25.4 mm 51
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I I \ \ j" 18 19 CRAHKCASEJ 1 19 18 10 52
TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509 CYLINDER HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCR_TION NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON 25-351-01-S • 12-755-94-S 1 Lifter, valve (2) 2 Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Qty. 2),12 041 02- S, & 12 041 03-S 3 Rod, push (2 4 Gasket, cylinder head 5 Valve, intake (Std.) Velve, intake (,25) 6 Valve, exhaust (Std.) Valve, exhaust (,25) 7 Plug, allen hd, pipe 1/8" 8 Cylinder Head 9 Arm, rocker (2) Pivot, rocker arm (2) 1101 M-640034-$12"599"03"S Screw, hex. flange M6xLOx34 (2)/r 12 12-089-01-S _prlng, valve (2) 13 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (2) 14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2) 15 12-468-05-S Washer, plain 13/32" 16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 17 12-086-15-5 _;;rew, hex. flange M10x1.5x81 (5) 18 25 237 14-S Clump, hose (2) 19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather 20 M-645020-S Screw, hex, flange M6xl,0x20 (5) 21 12-096-07-S Cover, valve w/nipple 22 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 23 12-018o01-S Retainer, breather reed 24 12-402-02-S Reed, breather 12-411-03-S 12-041-08-S 12-017-01-S 12-017-02-S 12-016-01-S 12-016-02-S X-75-23-S 12-318-36-S 25-186-01-S 1 t2-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft 2 BlOCk, cylinder (Use Short Block 12 522 50) 3 12-445-02-S Strap, lifting 4 M-839025-8 Screw, hex. flange M8xt.25x25 5 24-380-13-S Dowel, locating (4) 6 12-755-49-S Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8) 7 12-089-31-S Spring, actuating 8 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) blue 12-422-09-S Shim, camshaft (A,R.) red 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) yellow 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) green 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white 9 12-144-28-S Shaft, balance 10 12-874-01-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (Includes 11,12) 12-574-02-S Piston w/Ring Set (.25 12-874-03-S Piston w/Ring Set (.50) 11 12 018 02-S Retainer, piston pin (2) 12 12-108-01-S Ring Set (Std. 12-108-02-S Ring Set (.25 12-108-03-S Ring Set (.50) 13 12-067-11-S Connecting Rod (Std.) 12-067-12-S Connecting Rod (.25) 14 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating 15 12-043-05-S Gear, governor 16 M-63f 005-S Washer, plain 6 mm 17 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear 18 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 19 12-755-64-S Kit, gov. cross shaft w/c_ip (Includes 23) 20 X-25-102-S Washer, plain 1/4" 21 12-032-01-S Seal, governor cross shaft 22 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm 23 12-154-05-S Clip, hitch pin NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm 53
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I I 3 4 s V AiR INTAKE I _'-s I- m7 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 1 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 2 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8' M5x0.8xl0 (4) 3 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 2 24-468-10oS Washer, plain 1/4" 4 25-O86-47-S Bott, shocker M6xl.0x16 (4) 3 12-146-07oS Plate. blower housing 5 12-157-06-S Fan 4 M-550010-S Screw, hex. flange 6 X-42-15-S Key M5x0.8xlO 7 12-025-37-S Flywheel 5 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion 8 12-155-09-S Connector 6 12-027-55-S Housing, blower 9 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 7 12-063-18-S Baffle, intake side (2) 8 25-154-02-S Clip, mounting (3) 10 12-085-10-S Stator - 3 amp 9 12-086-37-S Screw, o_pt_ve washer 11 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 (3) M5x0.Sx20 (2) 10 f2-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder he_d 17 12-132-02-S Spark Plug 11 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange 18 X-728-1-S Clip, cable (2) M6xl.0xf6 (2) 19 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 12 12-063-19-S Baffle, cylinder M5xO.8xf0 (2) NOT ILLUSTRATED 20 12-584-g4-s Module, ignition M-541050-S Nut, hex. flange MSxO.8 NOT ILLUSTRATED 12 096 40-S Cover (goes over rectifier- 12 154 06-S Clip (2) regulator hole In blOWer 12 454 03-S T_e, wira housing) 12-518-35-S Lead, white (36' - 18 gauge - t2 141 01-S Retainer, ring (2) (secures fully insulafab push on tab cover 12 096 40-S to and uninsulated socket housing) terminals) AIR INTAKE/RLTRATION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 12-281-01-S Duct, air 2 25-341-03-S Knob, air cleaner cover 3 12-096-24-S Cover, air cleaner 4 f2-{_83-12-S Precleaner, e_ement 5 12-100-0g-s Wing Nut 6 12-083-10-S Kit, air cleaner element (includes 5, 7, 8} 7 12-743-12-S Filter, element (Includes .= 8 12-032-11-S Seal 1-7/16" 9 12-094-07-S Base, air cleaner (Includ_ 10, 11) 10 12-072-04-S Stud, mounting plate M6xt.0x75 11 12-086-01-S Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread forming (2) 12 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner NOT ILLUSTRATED f2-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner NOTE: All component dimensions gh, en in U. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 55
TRAC_R -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, _PE NUMBER 26509 STARTING SYSTEM 1 I m 0 tF 8 !]-- ENGINE CONTROLS I 1 11 2 4 OiL PAN I LUBRICATION I 1 ?--1o -_3 tl S q _ 20 7" t6 O/16 1C2..', 56
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 8) 3 12-755o39-S Kit, drive end 4 12-227o03-S Cap, drive end 5 12-170-04-S Armature 6 12-755-38-S Kit, drive parts 7 12-243-O4-S Cap, commutator end 8 12-086-20-S Screw, hex. flange (2) M-539070-S Screw, hex. flange MSx 1.25x70 (2) 25-098_04-S Starter assembly (Includes 3- OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 7 8 9 10 1 12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (Includes 2-3) 2 25-755-13-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3) 3 12-153-03-S O-Ring, oil fill cap 4 12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube 5 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill 6 M-645025-S Screw, bex. flange M6x1.0x25 12-153-01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube 25-162-07-S Screen, oil pickup 12-096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen M-545016-S Screw, bex. flange M5xO.Sx 16 25-462-09-S Valve, oil pressure relief 12-050-01-S Filter, oil X-75-10-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8" 12-393-01-S Pump, oil 12-153-06-S O-Ring, oil pump cover 12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump M-545016-S Screw, bex. flange M5xO.Sx16 (3) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 12-o32-o3-s Seal, oil (PT.O. end) 19 24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 (11) 20 24-086-17-S Screw, bex. flange M8x1,25x45 21 12-199-56-S Assembly, Pan, oil (IncL 11,14-17) 1 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke 2 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable 3 24-086.43-S Screw, hex. flange 4 M-664020-S Screw, lobed socket M6xl.Ox20 (2) 5 12-536-10-S Control, speed assembly (Includes 6-9) 6 M-443026.S Screw, pan head M4xO.7x25 7 M-443020-S Screw, pan head M4xO.7x20 8 12-089-11-S Spdng, choke (2) 9 12-089-23-S Spring, choke return 10 12-089-24-S Spring, governor 11 12-755-83-S Kit, governor lever (Includes 12-14) 12 12-100-07-S Nut, hex flange 1/4-20 13 52-211-04-S Bolt, 1/4-20x1" 14 12-090-28-S Lever, governor 15 25-156.06.S Bushing, throttle linkage 16 12-079-10oS Linkage, throttle 17 25-156.11-S Bushing, throttle linkage NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 57
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509 CRANKSHAFT I EXHAUSTJ --1 FUELSYSTEM I ,7 II _ jll I /7 6 --lo 58
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509 FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.O (2) 2 X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" 3 M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) 4 12-853-115-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket (Includes 5,6,7 qty 1) 5 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner 6 12-653-115 Carburetor assembly (For information only not available separately) (Service with: Kit, float 12-757 02-S, Kit, sotenoid repair 12-757-33oS, Kit, repair 12-757-03-S) 7 12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2) 8 12-265-06-S Deflector, heat 9 25 237 14-S Clamp, hose (2) 10 25-353-10-S Line, fuel 9" 11 25-050-02-S Filter, fuel in-lloa 12 47-154-01-S Clip cable NOT ILLUSTRATED M-561010-S Screw, thread forming M5x0,8xl0 12-767-02-S Kit, float 12-757-33-S Kit, solenoid repair 12-757-03-S Kit, repair 12-454-03-S Tie cable 12-518-37-S Lead, red, (37" o 20 gauge - uninsulated socket and insulated socket termioals) CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 2 25-139-27-S Plug, cup EXHAUST KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 25-072-04-S Stud, MSxl 25x33 (2) 2 12-041-03*S Gasket, exhaust manifold 3 12-126-11-S Bracket muffler 4 12-445-06-S Strap, lifting 5 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x25 (2) 12 522 50 Short Block 12-755-93-S Gasket Set NOTE: AJI component dimensions given in U.S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 59
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