Craftsman ELECTRIC START 917.27108 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual rRRFTSMRN" 16.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No 917.271080 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts r :1 ¸ ii i CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman Website: www, sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ........... :.. ................................... 2 Safety Rules ..,..._.;;:.:-,,._ ....................... 2 Product Specifications ........................... 5 AssembLy..: ........ ._.....:i_..:: ...................... 8 Operation ...... i: ....... _:...._ ........................ 11 Maintenance SchedUle ......................... 18 Maintenance ......................................... 18 Service and Adjustments ...................... 22 Storage ................................................. 28 Troubleshooting ....................... ; ............ 29 Repair Parts ......................................... 34 Pads Ordering ....................... Back Cover LIMITEDTWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repail" o1_ replace free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. _ . This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc. • Tire replacement or:repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci- dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. • Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip- ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat- tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty ' service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail- able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 2 • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolute- ly necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. • Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unat- tended. Always turn off blades, set park- ing brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unload- ing the machine into a trailer or truck. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss- of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. * Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. •/Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: • Do nottum on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could sud- denly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mo_ on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Donottrytostabilizethemachineby putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence o! 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 o! the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. 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 en- gine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. • Never run a machine inside a dosed area. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment botts, tight and keep equip- ment in good concr_on. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before stodng. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, -3
before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown: Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended pads, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, 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. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolute- ly necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • 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. • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction_ disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. _,Look for this symbol to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means CAU- TIONl!! BECOME AWARE!!f YOUR SAFE- TY IS INVOLVED. _LCAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs always discon- nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. A, WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 4
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOUNE 125 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED AND TYPE: REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 10W30 _,PI-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F) SAE 5W30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC _AP: .040") _ALVE CLEARANCE: NOTADJUSTABLE 3ROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0 - 5.5 IMPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.4 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT.' 14 PSI I_IEAR: 10 PSI CHARGING 15 AMPS @ 3600RPM SYSTEM: BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30 MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE: U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center. We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES'. MAINTENANCEAGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail- able on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • 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. ,AWARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim- proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the Califomia Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). 5
I PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Rat Washer O (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5116-t 8 © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 6
PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Weld Nuts #10 _ (2) Lock Washers #10 i_ (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton I Seat Video 4_ ca'_ett'_e_ ,r--1 Mulcher Plate ,,// / Steering Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) La_h Hook Assemblies U Steering Wheallnsed Steering Wheel Adapter Wheel teedng T7 I' e Manual Parts Bag Slope Sheet <_ (2) Keys 3 Steenng o Extension Sha_ 7
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) 3/4" Socket w/ (1) Pliers drive ratchet (2) 1/2" wrench (1) Phillips Screw- (1) Utility knife driver (1) Tire pressure gauge When right or lefthand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi- tion (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from shipping carton (See page 6). • Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of shipping carton, and lay panels flat. • Check for any additional loose parts or boxes and remove. BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID AI"rACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT • Slide extension shaft onto lower steer- ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten- sion and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely. IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure- ly to 18-22 ft. Ibs, torque. • Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL • Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointingstraight forward. • Slide steering wheel adapter onto steer- ing shaft extension. i osition steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. .._.._._- Insert _%_---._ 3/8 Hex Bolt -_"-"-- 3/8 Lockwasher Large Fla_'___; Washer I_--) .___ Steering Steering Wheel _ Boot Tabs 5/ sx Lnw=, ,, _, ' ": -'- - - ab Steering __ ",_ Shaft _.... _,= Slots _... ._ ,/" • Remove protective materials from trac- tor hood and grill. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that maypuncture tires where tractor is to roll offskid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) i Press lift lever plunger and raise attach- ment lift lever to itshighest position. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual). • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor. 8
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). Battery Label Terminal INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove cardboard pecking on seat pan. Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt securely. i ssemble adjustment knob and fiat washer loosely. Do not tighten. Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down, • Get off seat without moving its adjusted Ipositlon. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat Seat Pan Shoulder Bolt Adjustment Knob Flat Washer CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated 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 propedy leveled. See =TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. 9
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of this manual. Verify that the belts are rout- ed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Preoassemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and hold deflector shield in ulP right position. • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. • Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. • Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. Weld Nut From Hook Points The Top \ Down Lock Weld Washer Screw Latch Latch Washer Mulcher Plate Nut • Look Washer Washer '_._ Screw Deflector Shield .atch Hooks _,CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also. CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: _' All assembly instructions have been completed, _/ No remaining loose parts in carton. v' Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. ('13res must be properly inflated for leveling). Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys andinside all belt keepers. Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel contro/is in drive position. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRAGTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ,/ Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. 4' Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. / Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition. ,/ It is important to purge the transmis- sion before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op- eration section of this manual). 10
These symbols may appear OR 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 OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ! LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L c® 31 ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) __1 DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREEWHEEL (Automatic Models only) 11
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Light Switch Position Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control Lift Lever Attachment Lift Lever Pedal Freewheel Control Height Adjustment Knob , Brake . Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. i ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attach- ments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH: Tums the headlights on and off. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to control engine speed. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages transmission for'pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of the tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. AMMETER: Indicates battery charging ( ) or discharging (-). PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake into the brake position. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height. 12
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. • Depress clutch/brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position and hold. • 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. Throttle/Choke Attachment Clutch Control Lever =Engaged" Height "_ Adjustment =Disengaged" Knob Brake =Brake" =Engaged" Position Position Control Lever Pedal =Ddve" Position "Disengaged" Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop mower blades, move attach- ment clutch Lever to =DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE- • To stop ground drive, depress clutchtbrake pedal into full "BRAKE" po- sition. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed. ENGINE - • Move throttle control to slew 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 run- ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when _t_pcPing tractor on grass areas. AUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as descdbed above, before leaving the operator's position, to empty grass catcher, etc. THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throt- tle 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. • Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever to desired position: TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction. • Turn knob clockwise (C) to raise cuffing heighL • Turn knob countemlockwise (O)to lower cuffing height. The cutting heigh t range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ap- proxbnate-and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. t3
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the Cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut rela- tively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain condi- tions. • Adjust gauge wheels With tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • With mower in desired height of cut po- sition, gauge wheels should be assem- bled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washel', and 3/8- 16 Iocknut and tighten securely. • Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. Gauge Wheel Mounting Bracket 3/8-16 3/8 Washer Shoulder Gaugq Bolt 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. • Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachement lift con- trol. • Start mower blades by engaging attach- ment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES i- disen- gage attachment clutch (_ontr01: _ ,_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mowe_ without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the discharge guard in place. Attachment Lift AttachmentclUtch Lever'_V ever High Position "Engaged" .--._ . o=°W on O sengaoea'/ 7Y Position Guard _O OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slope s greater than 15 ° and ck not drive across any slope. Use the slo_ guide provided at the back of this mand Choose the slowest speed before st_ ling down hills. up or Avoid stopping or changing speed 0_ hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • if stopping is absolutely necessary, clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake tion and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutr_ position. IMPORTANT: The motion control leve does not return to neutral (N) poeitlon_ when the clutch/brake pedal is depres,, • To restart movement, slowly releas_ parking brake and clutch/brake pedal • Slowly move motion control lever to _i slowest setting. • Make all turns Slowly. TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, 10_, sure to disengage transmission by placlw freewheel control in freewheeling pesitid Freewheel control is located at the rear'.' drawbar of tractor. • Raise attachment lift to highest positi_l:l with attachment lift control. Pull freewheel control .knob out and. I_ in pos lion by inserting retainer spnng_. into forward hole of control rod. "_ Do not push or tow tractor at more thal_ two (2) MPH. • To reengage 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 A'I'I'ACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. "13res can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already tilled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip- stick; 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 nec- essary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART- in the Maintenance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Maintenance 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 tempera- tures 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 (cafled 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 emp- tied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional informa- tion. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma- Znct damage may occur. AUTION: 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. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. • on seat opera aepre du br ped and pa ng brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to =DISEN- GAGED" position. • Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. • Insert key into ignition and tum key clockwise to =START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry. WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) • When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. 15
COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) When engine starts, allow engine to run w_th the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi- tion. This may require an engine warm- up period from several seconds to sev- eral minutes, depending on the temper- ature. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. • Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to operating position. • Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. • The attachments can also be used dur- ing the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up. NOTE: At a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and -Adjustments section of this • manual. PURGE TRANSMISSION ,_ CAUTION: Never engage or disen- gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the trans- mission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removal for service or replace- ment, it should be purged after reinstalla- tion before operating the tractor. • Place tractor safely on level surface wltL engine off and parking brake set. • Disengage transmission by placing free- wheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine, After the engine is running, move throt- tle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake:pedal. • Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position ands" hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this _, procedure three (3) times. I NOTE: During this procedure there will I_- no movement of drive wheels. The air i_ being removed from hydrauhc drive sys_ tern. 0_ • Move motion control lever to neutral (f position. Shut off engine and set parl_ brake. ,_,".' • Engage transmission by placing free_!= wheel control in driving position (S_ "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of,_' manual). • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine After the engine is running, move thi'0 tie control to half (1/2) speed. With f= motion control lever in neutral (N) po_ tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal, i' • Slowly move motion control lever for,, ward; after the tractor moves approxi- mately five (5) feet, slowly move motl( control lever to reverse position. Afte_ the tractor moves approximately five ( feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this p= cedure with the motion control lever three (3) times. • Your tractor is now purged and ready I, normal operation. 16
MOWING TIPS • Mower should be propedy 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. • Ddve so that clippings are dscharged onto the area that has been cuL Have the cut area to the dght of the _x:tor. This wil result in a more even d'strbution of cl'ppings and more uniform cuu_. • When mowing large areas, start by turn- ing to the right so that clippings will dis- charge away from shrubs, fences, drive- ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand tums until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possi- ble fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave unde- sirable 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 se- lecting a low enough gear to give the mower the best cutting performance as well as the quality of out desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at- tachmant being used. J MULCHING MOWING TiPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recut- ting 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 aftemoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • For best results, adjust the mower cut- ting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass condi- tions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a sec- ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path. • Change your cutting pattem 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
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Chedc Operator Pr--,=,ence and T Intedock Systems I_' R Check for Loose Fasteners 11_ I_;, V' A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades i4 T Lubr_on Chart 0 Che_ Barry Lev_ R Clean Battenj and Terminals I_ Chedx Transaxle Cooling V' Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I/5 Adjust Mo6on Drive Belt(s) Tension I_s Check Engine Oil Leve_ 11_ I_ c_ E_O_ _ E Clean Air Filter _:_ N Clean Nr Screen I_= =/ G Inspect MufflerlSpark Arrester Replace Oil Fitter (ff equipped) fl_.= N c = Rns RepUte Spark mug I,/ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartddge Replace Fuel Filter I_ 1 - Chang= mine oildm whzn operating undw u huvy load ot in hlgh and_ent temperidums S - If equipped with adjustabl, Wstwn. 2 - _ m_e 0ira1 _WNIn Opmlaling in dirly 0r du_ coflditJon=, 6 * Not requif_l if ilquipped wflh mai_enance- f r el battel-j. 3 - ff _luipped "mi_ ol iltm, ¢hm'_g_ o_I ¢Nety 5o hour& 4 Re_P)_ce Midel nlo_ ott_t when mow_ in sw_ sol. 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 pedodi- cally to propedy 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 • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation. • Check for loose fasteners. 7 - Tighten fro_t uk_ pivot boR to 35 It.-bs. maximum. Do not cvw_ghten. LUBRICATION CHART O Spindle Zerk Zerk O FrontWheel Wheel Beadng Beadng Zerk Ze_ _Engine OAttachment 0 SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL General Purpose Grease @ Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bear-ings. Viscous lubdcants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubdcating beedngs. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type !ubri- cant spadngly. 18
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "1"O 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 rub- bero • 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 leeks, tire sealant may be pumhased from your local parts dealer. "l'ire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure that operator presence and inter- lock systems are working properly, if your tractor does not function as descdbed below, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. • 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. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated. Trailing Blade Mandrel Assembly (Grade 8)_,,_,. Flat *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while it is 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 balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- ancer). 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 onto an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a hod- zontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. Center Hole or BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. 19
NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERYAND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- minals can caUse the battery to "leak" power. • Open battery box door. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. • Coat terminals with grease orpetroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See "REPLAC NG BATTERY '_ in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section Of this manu- al). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration anti wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should b e 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. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip- pings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use com- pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authodzed service center/department. ENGINE LUBRICATION. Only use high quality detergent oil rated !with API service classification SF, SG, or l_:coSH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade rding to your expected operating tem- _:_rature. r.' 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 start- ing the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip- stick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determ!ne temperature range expected before oil change, All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG, or SH. • Be sure tractor is on level surface.: • Oil will drain more freely when warm.: • Catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove drain plug. • After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. • Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual• • 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. Air Cleaner Cover Knob Cover Foam Nut Grommet Air Cleaner Bass Cap'Dipstlck 2O
CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from over- heating. Clean with a wire brush or com- pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knob and cover. • Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry. • 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 car- tridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartddge or use pressudzed air, as this will damage the cartridge. • Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartddge. • Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling tins, and other extemal 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 extemal 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 coofing shrouds re- moved will cause engine damage due to overheating. ENGINE OIL RLTIER Replace the engine oil tilter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. • Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this sec- tion of this manual, through step remove drain plug). • Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter. • Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil fil- ter. • Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the tilter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn. • Fill crankcase with new oil (See =TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capac- ily see uPRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation. Oil Rlter / MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark :_rrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a tire 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. IN-UNE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug line sections. 21
• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu- retor. • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- line. CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- tor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. A, CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key =OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in =DISEN- GAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring. • Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. Clutc • Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. • Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under trac- tor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links. TO INSTALL MOWER • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Slide mower under tractor with dis- charge guard to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mOwer in reverse order of removal instructions. Retainer Suspension Arms Front Link Retainer Spring Anti-Swaybar 22 Retainer Springs (Both Sides) Springs (Bo_ Sides)
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). If tires are over or undednflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjust- ment 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 tum of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". ° Recheck measurements after adiusting. Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge Mower To _ of Mower To GroundA__TAGr°und _ Suspension . oO 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 "O" 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 tums. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on beth 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 beth front links. • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. Mandrel Both Front Unks Should be Equal in Length . _ I Nut "E" Nut F'_ Trunnion/- Links -_- "_ TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Illustration Next Page) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions 23
Mandrel Idler Pulleys Mandrel Pulley 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 high- est gear, then brake must be adjusted. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. • Measure distance between brake oper- ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. • If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut against nut =A". • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest authorized ser- vice center/department. With Parking Brake "Engage" Nut Nut "A" Arm Do Not touch this nut. I1 lurther brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • Remove mower (See ='I'O REMOVE ; MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cool- ing fan blades. • Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. • Install new belt by reversing above pro- cedure. Engine__________ Pulley Clutching Idler-- Stationary 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. • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the dght rear wheel, and lightly tighten. • Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward. • Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off. i While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. Move motion control lever to the neutral • (N) (lock gate) position. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additonal 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: • Loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 112 inch in the direction it is trying to creep. Tighten adjustment bolt securely, Start engine and test. • If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. 24
Motion Control Lever Neutral Lock Gate ': Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See =PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hori- zontal (left to dght) when wheels are posi- tioned 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, co_ntact your nearest authorized service center/department. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only:, align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. 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. Washers R_r.tainin, _ fr_ - rsw 25 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY =,CAUTION: Lead-acid batterias gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batter- ies. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (Sea "BA'I-I'ERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec- tion 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 vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) terminal of each bat- tery, taking care not to short against chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from both batteries. Positive Terminal Terminal Positive Terminal Battery Negative Terminal
REPLACING BATTERY ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. • Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. • First connect RED battery cable to posi- rive ( ) terminal with bex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. • Close battery box door. Keps Hex Bolt Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable Seal Battery Box Door TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre- vent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia- gram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of • tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedures. _\ ,,\ " Hood \ \ ,\ } "\,, Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair establishment or indi- vidual. Warranty repairs must be per- formed by an authorized engine manufac- turer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjust- ment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow to choke posi- tion. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position. • Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed control bracket are aligned. • If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp Screw and align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit through both holes. • Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill bit. 26
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the fac- tory and adjustment should not be neces- sary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fueVair mix- ture. "Fuming the adjusting needles out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor may result if nee- die is turned in too tight. NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limlter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. • Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine running and shift]motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Idle soeed setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is at- tained. • Idle fuel needle settina - 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. Tum needle to a point midway between those two positions. • Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces- sary. ACCELERATION TEST - • Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 tum. 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 govemor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed set- ting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO- RIZED service center/department, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. Cable Clamp ....______ Screw Throttle Lever Idle Speed Adjusting Screw Idle Fuel Adjusting Needle 27
Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor- ing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. This will allow you to clean it thor- oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See _CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. • Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur- faces; sand lightly before painting. BATTERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a pedod of time in storage, battery may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage dudng long pedods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see =TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnect- ed and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals. • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol blenl fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol t methanol) can attract moisture which t to separation and formation of acids dl storage. Acidic gas can damage the fu system of an engine while in storage. • Drain the fuel tank. i • Start the engine and let it run until th fuel lines and carburetor are empty. ,, • Never use engine or carburetor cleafl products in the fuel tank or Permane_ ' damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable_, alternative in minimizing the formation fuel gum deposits during storage. Add bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storag_ container. Always follow the mix ratio _I_ found on stabilizer container. Run eng.ir_ at least 10 minutes after adding Stab,liz_ to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbu_ tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbu'd tot 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).' CYUNDER(S) • Remove spark plug(S). • Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug _ hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Tum ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if it 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 protec- tive cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation to form and cause your tractor to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust aroas are still warm. 28
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not tum over CAUSE CORRECTION • Out of fuel. • Engine not =CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. • • Bad spark plug. • • Dirty air filter. • • • Dirty fuel filter. • • Water in fuel. • • Loose or damaged widng. • • Carburetor out of adjust- ment. • Engine valves out of adjustment. Dirty air filter. • Bad spark plug. • • Weak or dead battery, • • Dirty fuel filter, • • Stale or dirty fuel. • • Loose or damaged wiring. • • Carburetor out of adjust- • ment. • Engine valves out of adjustment. • Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. • Attachment clutch is engaged. • Weak or dead battery. • Blown fuse. • Corroded battery termi- nals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty ignition switch. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Faulty operator presence sw ch(es). • Fill fuel tank. • See =TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and carbure- tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel fil- ter. Check all widngo • See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. • Contact an authorized ser- vice center, I. Clean/replace air filter. Replace spark plug. Recharge or replace battery. Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. Check all widng. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. Contact an authorized ser- vice center. Depress clutch/brake pedal. • Disengage attachment clutch. • Recharge or replace battery. • Replace fuse. • Clean battery terminals. • Check all widng. • Check/replace ignition switch. • Check/replace solenoid or starter. • Contact an authorized ser- vice center. 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE • Weak or dead battery. • Corroded battery termi- nals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in =CHOKE" posi- tion. • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Dirty air filter. • Low oil level/dirty oil. • Faulty spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Water in fuel. • Spark plug wire loose. • Dirty engine air screen/fins. • Dirty/clogged muffler. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjust- ment. • Engine valves out of adjustment. • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Bent blade mandrel. • Loose/damaged part(s). • Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged CORRECTION • Recharge or replace battery. • Clean battery terminals. Check all wiring. Check/replace solenoid or starter. Set in "Higher Cut" posi- tion/reduce speed. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower housing. Clean/replace air filter. Check oil level/change oil. Clean and regap or change spark plug. Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. Drain fuel tank and carbure- tor, refill tank with fresh gaso- line and replace fuel filter. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. Clean engine air screen/fins. Clean/replace muffler. Check all wiring. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. Contact an authorized ser- vice center. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Replace blade mandrel. • Tighten loose pad(s). Replace damaged parts. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an autho- rized service center/ department. 30
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass dis charge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge CAUSE •Wom, bent or loose blade. • Mower deck not level. • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. • Bent blade mandrel. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. • Obstruction in clutch mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower ddve bell • Frozen idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. • Engine speed too slow. • Travel speed too fast. • Wet grass. • Mower deck not level. • Low/uneven tire air pres- sure. • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Mower drive belt worn. • Blades improperly installed. • Improper blades used. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. • Switch is =OFF'. • Bulb(s) burned out. • Faulty light switch. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Blown fuse. • Bad battery cell(s). • Poor cable connections. • Faulty regulator (if so equipped). • Faulty altemator. CORRECTION • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower housing. • Replace blade mandrel. • Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. • Remove obstruct_n. • Replace mower drive belt. • Replace idler pulley. • Replace blade mandrel. • Place throttle control in =FAST" position. • Shift to slower speed. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Level mower deck. • Check tires for proper air pressure. • Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Clean underside of mower housing. • Replace mower drive belt. • Reinstall blades sharp edge down. I • Replace with blades listed in this manual. • Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. • Tum switch =ON". • Replace bulb(s). • Check/replace light switch. • Check wiring and connections. • Replace fuse. • Replace battery. • Check/clean all connections. • Replace regulator. • Replace alternator. 31
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Loss of drive Engine =backfires" when tuming engine "OFF" CAUSE • Freewheel control in "dis- engaged" position. • Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken. • Air trapped in transmis- sion during shipment or servicing. • Engine throttle control not set at =SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. CORRECTION • Place freewheel control in =engaged" position. • Replace motion drive belt. • Purge transmission. • Move throttle control to =SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine. 32
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 RF.D m.ACK AMMETER (OPTIONAL) G IGNmON SWITCH FUSE 30 AMP. I t ....... 3 CLUTCH / BRAKE STARTER SOLENOID A IGNITION ' UNIT J _ LINE I I m j FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENO_ NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS /3 WIRING INSULAI"ED CUPS NOTE: IF WIPJNG INSULATED CLIPS _ REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE,REPLAC_ED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 33
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 22 I 2S i I I I \ \\ 34
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 163465 2 74760412 8 156417 16 161343 19 STD551125 2O 7335O4OO 21 166182 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 166180 27 735104O0 28 4207J 29 160784 30 140301 31 124211X 32 141226 33 109310X 40 166145 41 71110408 42 131563 43 145673 44 7364O4OO 45 122822.X 52 141940 70 166661 DESCRIPTION Batten/12 Volt 28 Amp Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 uriC x 3/4 Case, Batten/Mech Hinge Switch, _ntedock N Opn/N Opn Washer. Lock Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) Bulb, light Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" Cable, Batten/, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire Fuse, 15Amp Nut Keps Hexl/4-20 Uric Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" Switch, Plunger Normal Op Olive Switch, tgnit'_n Nut, IgnillOn Cover, Key Switch Key, Ignition Hamess, Ignition Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 114-20 x 1/2 Cover, Terminal, Red Solenoid Nut Keps BIk Hey, 114.20 UNC Ammeter Rectangular Protection Wire Loop Harness Engine NOTE: AJI component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch =25.4 mm !35
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 58 12 53 54 55 $ 14 36
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165583 2 140356 3 17490612 4 19131216 5 155272 9 161917X013 10 STD533710 11 155927 12 145660 13 155936 14 17490608 17 144983X558 18 126938X 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 145198X558 29 155217 30 151287X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 139886 39 139887 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 145201 54 161464 55 145202 57 STD522507 58 150127 60 72140606 64 154798 74 7368O6OO 140 158418 142 156095 143 154966 144 154207 145 156524 - - 5479J NOTE: Chassis Stamping Drawbar Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/6-16 x 3/4 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Bumper Hood/Dash Dash Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel, Dash, LH. Clip Tmnemlan Grille P/1. Panel, Dash, R.H. Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Hond Assanlb_y Bumper Hood Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge Nut Gnlle w/Clips MSo558 Lens, Gdlla Fend/Ftmst Pnt STLT N HLD 558 Bracket, Fender Support ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH. Pivot Bracket Assembly, R.H. Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. Bracket Grifle Pickoff U-I Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8 Bracket Gnlla Pickoff RH Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75 Duct Air Engine P/I. LT Boll Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Dash Lower STLT Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Bracket Sun Front Plate Reinforcement STLT Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT FUod Pivot Chassis/Hood Plug, Button All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 GROUND DRIVE ,146 38
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. 1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 74 121199X Hydro Gear Model 319-0650 75 121749X 2 142431 Spdng, Return, Brake 3 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 76 STD581075 8 165866 Rod Shift FenderAdjust 77 123583X 10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 79 121748X 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 16 STD541431 NutLockHexW/lns. 5/16-18 81 165591 Uoc 18 STD523710 BoltFinHex 3/8.16Uncx1 Gr. 82 165711 5 83 19171216 19 STD541437 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16 84 165815 Uoc 86 71208 21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 87 19212016 22 145627 Rod, Brake Hydro 88 12000008 24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3',8-16 Uric 89 158388 25 106888X Spring, Brake ROd 90 124346X 26 S'rD551037 Washer 91 747805.36 27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/9 x 3/4 CAD. 92 74780524 28 145204 ROd, Parking Brake 29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake 93 142564 30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 94 140462 32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5/16-18Uocx3/4 95 144643 34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 96 4497H 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 97 140469 36 19211616 Washer 37 1572H Pin, Roll 98 73510600 38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 100 19111216 39 STD523727 Belt 102 141322 40 4470J Spacer, Split 103 73940800 41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x12 104 140156 Gauge 105 71070516 43 19111012 Washer 11/32x5/8x12Ga. 106 74780520 47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 116 72110610 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 144 19111016 50 STD523715 Bolt 145 74490540 51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 150 165850 52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 151 19133210 53 105710X Link, Clutch 156 166002 55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 157 153236 56 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3",8-16 x 1-1/4 158 165589 57 140294 V-Bolt 159 165494 59 140312 Keeper, CentarSpan 160 19292016 61 17490612 ScrewThdrol. 3/8-16x3,'4Ty. 161 72140406 "17" 62 8883R Cover, Pedal 162 73680400 63 140186 Pulley, Engine 163 74780416 64 71170764 BoltHex 7116-20x4 Gr. 5 164 19091010 65 STD551143 Washer 165 165623 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 166 166880 70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 168 165492 71 140158 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 15/20"T 169 165580 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x1-114 x12 Gauge 73 156347 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 18/20" T NO. DESCRIPTION Spacer, Split Washer 25/32 x 1-114 x 16 Gauge E-Ring Key, Square Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Sheft Asm. Cross Tapered 65(; 20 Spring Torsion T/A Washer 17/32 x 3"4 x 16 Ga. Unk Transaxle 0650 LT/YT/ST Bushing Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 G_ Ring Klip #5304-62 Console, Shift Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 114 Zinc Bolt fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 2.,'; Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 1- 112 Line Fuel Hydro 4" Fan, Hydro 7" Control Bypass Hydro 20" 3ire Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad Keeper Bolt Rh Hydro 0750. 18/20" NUt Keps Hex 3/8-16 Unc Washer 11/32 x 3"4 x 16 Ga. Washer Bellville .501D x 1.5( Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/4-20 Unt Arm, Control Hydro Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18x 1 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 1- 114 Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3".8-16 x 1. Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.12. = Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tapered Flange Shift LT Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga Belt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3"4 C 5 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Uric x I G Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga. Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 Plate Fastening Cross Shf STLT/CRD NOTE: AIJ component dimensions given in U.S. inche_ 1 inch = 25A mm • 39
TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 STEERING ASSEMBLY _41 I . sl $4 ..-----17 4O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 Steering Wheel 2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 3 156483 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 157473 SpindleAssembly, R.H. 5 6266H Beadng, Race, ThrusL Hardened 5 121748X Washer 25i32x1-5/8x16Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 9 3366R Bearing, Steedng Column 10 156438 . Draglink Extended Stamped 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock 13 154779 Beadng Axle STLT/GT 15 73901000 Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC 17 156546 ShaftAseembly, Steering 18 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033 19 160395 Support, Shaft 22 165857 Screw Hex Wshd Torx 23 165851 Pittman ShaftAssen'_y 25 154406 Bracket, Steering 26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 27 136874 Gear, Sector 28 19131416 Washer 13i32x7/8x16Gauge 29 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-15 x 3/4 30 STD561210 Pin 32 130465 Rod,'fie 36 155099 Bushing, Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel 39 19133808 Washer 13/32x2-3/8x8Gange 40 STD541537 Gdpco Nut 41 100711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42 145054 Boot, Steering Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steedng LR.LT 46 121232X Cap, Spindle 47 6855M Fitting, Grease 51 STD541431 NutLackHexw/Ins. 5/16-18UNC 54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 62 156594 Wut SteedngAsm Service 63 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 65 154780 Spacer Axle 66 154404 Beadng Arm Pittman 67 74781044 Bolt, Fm Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4 68 154429 Axle, Brace 79 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga. 80 74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/6-16 x 3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41
ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 33 2g I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 4 42
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 162156 2 17720410 3 ...... 4 159420 14 13280328 15 13200300 16 STD551237 23 159880 29 137180 31 109202X 32 158990 33 123487X 35 17490512 37 137040 38 ....... 40 124028X 44 17490412 46 19091416 62 STD551131 77 19101216 79 M740108025 80 74760508 81 128861 Control, Throttle Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model CV16-43519 Muffler Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT Washer Shield BrrVDbr Guard Arrestor, Spark Tank, Fuel Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented Clamp, Hose Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt Une, Fuel Plug, Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer) Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge Washer, Lock Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bolt Hex Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2 Nut Range 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm AQ
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 SEAT ASSEMBLY 5 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 140123 Seat 13 121248X Bushing, Snap 2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 3 STD523710 Bolt 15 134300 Spacer, Split .28x .88 4 19131610 Washer 13/32xl xlOGauge 16 121250X Sprig 5 145006 Cllp, Push-in Hinged 17 123976X Locknut, Flange 114 Grade 5 6 STD541437 Nut 21 15,3236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 7 124181X Spring, Seat 22 STD541431 Nut 8 17490616 Screw, Thd.,Roll. 3/8-16xl 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x1-3/16 x12 9 19131614 Washer 13/32xl x14Gauge Gauge 10 1559_5 Pan, Seat _ QCK Conn. 25 127018)( Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 11 166369 Knob Seat NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inch- 12 !21246X .Bracket, Sw#chMounUug eslinch=25.4mm 44
DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 2 21 6 3 13 4 10 16 2O 11 8 12 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156811 2 139769 3 163200 4 163202 6 133644 8 166887 9 163204 10 156439 11 142341 12 146046 DESCRIPTION Decal, Oper. Instr. Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears Decal, Hood, R.H. Decal, Hood, L.H. Decal, Customer Maintonance Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Decal, Fender Danger Decal, Drawbar Cntd Mvt Hyd Lt Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic KEY PART NO. NO. 13 163262 14 160396 16 138047 20 149516 21 163205 - - 138311 - - 154515 - - 154516 - - 167094 -- 167095 DESCRIPTION Decal, Dash Pnl Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Baftery Diehard Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Fender Auto Sears Decal, Uft Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES 4,10 11 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 59192 Valve Cap, Tire 65139 Stem, Valve 106222X Tire, Front 59904 Tube, Front "l]re (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 106732)(427 Rim, Front 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheal Only) 904014 Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only) 106108X427 Rim, Rear 122082X Tire, Rear 7152J Tube, Rear Tire (Not Provided, Service Item Only) 104757X Cap, Axle 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch: 25.4 rnm 45
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 LIFT ASSEMBLY 28 27 23 3O / ! _/'/ 6 5 15 46
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 • T LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 2 159471 ShaltAssembly, Lift 3 105767X Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32xlx21GaLK3e 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon 7 1256,31X Grip, Handle, Fluted 8 122365X Button, Ptunger, Red 11 139865 Link, Lift, LH. 12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H. 13 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 15 127218 Link, Front 16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73800800 Loc_ut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2o13 UNC 19 139868 Arm, Susper_slon, Rest 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 23 110807X Nut, Special 24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5,'8 x 16 Guauge 25 2876H Spring 26 STD560907 Pin Cotter 3/32 x 1/2 27 126971X Rod, Adjust, Lift 28 73350600 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 Unc 29 138057 Knob, Infinite HeightAdjustment 30 150233 Trunnion, Inf Height 31 140302 Beadng, Pvt, Lift Spherical 32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24 36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator 37 123935X Plug Hole BIk 1.485/1.515 38 17490512 Screw Tndrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga. 41 1 _ Indicator Height Stlt 49 145212 Nut Hex Range Lock 50 110452X Nut Push Phos & OII NOTE: Ait component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 MOWER DECK 76 77 68 73 71 79 40 34 , 33 31 113 111 21 \ 29 22 123 24 ,116 26 27 48
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, 1 144393 Mower Housing 58 140086 2 STD533107 Bolt 59 141043 3 138017 BracketAssembly, SwayBer, 67 162113 Front 68 144200 4 138440 BmcketAssembly, Sway Bar 71 142427 5 STD624006 Retainer Spring 72 131870 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 73 127847 8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gmda 9 74 121748X 9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 10 140296 Washer, Hardened 75 12000029 11 134149 Blade, Mulching 76 128903 12 129895 Beedng, Ball 13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 77 127845 (Includes KeyNumber 6) 78 160570 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 79 127493 15 110485X Beedng, Ball, Mandrel 80 153701 16 140,329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 81 73350600 17 72110610 Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16x1-1/4 82 142023 18 72140505 Bolt. Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 83 120958X 19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 84 156084 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 85 72140618 21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 92 STD541437 22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 101 136420 23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 102 71161010 24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 103 19061216 25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 104 STD551110 26 110452X Nut, Push 105 160793 27 130968 Shield, Deflector 106 2029J 28 19111016 Washer 11i32x5i8x16Gauge 111 155197 29 131491 Rod, Hinge 112 155198 30 157722 ScrewThd Rolling Wase Heed 113 17490512 31 129963 Washer, Spacer 114 73510500 32 153536 Pulley, Mandrel 115 72110504 33 137266 Nut,Toplock, Ranged 116 4898H 34 STD533717 Bolt 117 165746 35 133835 • Fastner, Christmas Tree 118 73930600 36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Rat 119 19121414 37 19131316 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 16 121 143723 Gauge 128 153390 40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/6-16UNC 129 19131312 41 133551 Rod, Pivot, with Nibs 130 STD523710 43 140083 Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs 131 STD633710 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 45 STD624003 Retainer 132 19132203 46 137729 Screw, Thd. RoU 1/4-20x5/8 48 133944 Washer, Hardened 141 6266H 49 155066 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower -- 130794 50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 51 STD541410 Lodov_ 52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-16 UNC - - 145411 53 131845X900 Arm _, Pad, Brake 54 133943 Washer, HaVened 55 155046 Arm. Idler 56 122052X Spa_, Retainer DESCRIPTION Spdng, Torsion Brakes Guard, TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval V-B_t Rod, Clutch, Pdmary, with Nibs Spring, Retum Arm, Clutch, Secondary Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Ring, Klip Bolt, Shoulder 3/6-16 UNC x 1.44 Keeper, Spdng Lever Asm. Clutch Pd P/L Bushing, Large, Brass Spltng, Mower Clutch Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 Uric Trunnion, Adj. Washer Sletared Keeper Bait Idler Rxed Bolt Cardage 3/6-16 x 2-1/4 Nut Mulcher Cover Screw Washer #10 Washer, Lock Latch Assembly, Bagger Nut, Weld Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH. Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H. Screw Thdrol 5/16-16 x 3/4 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2 Bolt, Shoulder Wheel, Gauge Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 Washer 3/8 x 718 x 14 Gauge Bracket Washer Felt Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5 Bolt, RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Spacer Washer 13/32 I.D. x 1- 5/80.D. x 1/4 Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230 Mandrel _mbly (Includes Key Numbers 6-10, 12-15, 31 and 32) Mower Deck, _lete (Slanderd Ded_ Order Separately _ Plate and Gauge Wheal Components, Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-121) M0_r_ A, compor_ d_ns_ne g_ le U.S.inshee linch _ 25.4 mm
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 58 91 23 19 \ 41 28 59 26 63 35 1 5O
TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271080 HYDRO G EAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 2 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 DifferentialAssembly 3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 4 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250 5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input 6 142934 Beating, Shaft BaH 58 142964 Bolt 4,/4-20 x 1.38 7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 59 142965 Pin .50D x .43 ID x .750 8 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30x52x13 62 142966 Arm, Control 9 142937 Swashptata, Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener 13 142938 Block, CylinderAssembly 64 142920 Set Screw 14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 142969 Spring 15 142940 Seat, Lip 69 144610 Stad 5/16-24 17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 JackshaftAsssmbly 18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jacksheft 19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973 Screw, Cap 23 142944 Block, CylinderAssembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x 1 x 112 24 142945 Seal, Lip 10x25x7 90 142975 Sleeve Bearing 25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976 Seat, Wiper 26 150774 Center Section Assembly I_t 92 142977 Spring, Bloc_ 27 142948 Seal, Lip 26x42x8 93 142978 Washer, Block Thrust 28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, VentAssembly 29 142950 Washer 26x35x1 114 142918 Fitting, O-RingAsssmbly 30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer 34 142951 Oil Filter Element 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5/16-24 35 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter 36 142953 Ring, Retaining 139 150775 Spring, Compression 37 142954 Arm, Ad_uating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24 38 142955 Pin, Actuating 39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 40 150778 Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC I inch = 25.4 mm 41 142958 Brake Rotor/Stator Kit 51
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER 24 S le GRANKCASE I _*--14 52
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CYL|NDER HEAD4VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART NO. NO. CRANKCASE t 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25-351-01 12-755-81 12-041-01 12-041-02 12-041-03 12-411-01 12-041-10 12-017-01 12-017-02 12018-01 12-O16-(_ X-75-23 12-318-19 25-186-01 12-599-03 M-0640034 12-089-01 12-173-01 12-755"03 12-468-05 12-112o13 12-O86-15 X-426.9 12-326-03 M-0645020 12-O96-07 M-0545010 12-0!8-O1 12-402"02 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Lifter, valve (2) Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3.17) Carburetor gasket(2) Air cleaner base gasket Exhaust maniford gasket Red, push (2) Gasket, cylinder head Valve, intake (Std.) Valve, intake (2.5) Valve, e_auet (Std.) Valve, exhaust (.25) Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/e Cylinder Head Arm, rocker (2) Pivot, reeker arm (2) Screw, hex. flange M6xL0x34 (2) sprig, v_ve (2) Cap, valve spring (2) Kit, retainer (2) Washer, plain 13/32 Spacer, head bolt exhaust port Screw, hex. ftange M10xl.5x81 (5) Clamp, hose (2) Hose, breather Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x2o (s) Cover, valve w/nippie Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0 Retainer, breather reed Reed, breather DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 12-032-(_ Seal, crankshaft Block, cylinder (Use Short Block 12 522 18) 12-445-02 M-0839025 12-380-17 12-755-49 12-089-31 12-422-08 12-422-O9 12422-10 12-422-11 12-422-12 12-422-13 12-422-07 12-144-27 12-374-07 24-874-11 12-874-08 12-874-09 12-015-_ 12-108-O7 12-108-08 12-108-G9 12-067-05 12-067-06 12-380-01 12-043-05 M-0631005 12-144-_2 52-13,9-09 12-755*64 X-25-I(_ 12-032-01 SM-0631015 12-154-05 Strap, lifting Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x25 Down, k_ea,ng (4) Kit, camshaft (Includes 7,8) Spring, actuating Shim, camshaft (A.R.) blue Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red Shim, camshaft (A.R.) yellow Shim, camshaft (A.R.) green Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white Shaft, balance Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (includes t1-12) Fmton w/Ring Set (.08) Piston wiRing Set (.25) Piston w/Ring Set (.50) Retainer, piston pin (2) Ring Set (Std.) Ring Set (.25) Ring Set (.50) Cor_ecitng Pod (Std.) Connecting Rod (.25) Pin, governor regulating Gear, governor assembly Washer, plain 6mm St'raft, govamor gear Plug, cup Kit, gav. cross shaft w/clip (Includes 24) washer, plain 1/4 Seal, governor cross shaft Washer, plain 6mm Clip, hitch pin 53
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 IGNmON I ELECTRICAL I --2 lS_ _ 17 14B ..-2_.._T. .-_ . ,-8 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I 4 t-_ i/1 1 ---7 11 54
TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 IGNmOWELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.5x46 2 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 3 24-162-03 Screen, grass 4 M-0639016 Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x16 (5) 6 12-157-03 Fan 7 41-403-09 Regulator, rectifier 8 X-22-11 Washer, lock (2) 9 236602 Connector 10 X-.42-15 Kay 11 12-025-35 Flywheel 12 41-155-02 Connector (4 contact) 13 M-0548025 Screw, he)(. cap M5xO.8x25 (2) 14 12-085-01 Statoreesembly- 15 amp 15 12-132-02 Spark Plug 16 X-728-1 Clip, cable 17 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8xlO (2) 18 12-584-08 Module, ignition 19 12-452-02 Terminal 20 12-086-35 Screw, hex. socket M5xO.8x20 (2) 21 M-:0461013 Screw, pan head M4.2x13 (2) 22 12-584-12 Module, speed advance 23 25-086-47 Shoulder M6X1.0X16 (4) NOT ILLUSTRATED 25-518-29 Lead 25-518-05 Lead 12-176-36 Harness X-25-5 Washer, plain 5/16" 12-155-(_ Connector 23-517-O3 Clip Cable 1 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0 (s) 2 24-468o10 Washer, plain 1/4 3 12-146-07 Plate, blower housing 4 24-086-18 Screw, phillip hd M4x0.7 )(8 (2) 5 24-096-05 Cover, pinion 6 220534 Washer, plain 5/16 (2) 7 12-027-54 Housing, blower 8 12-063-10 Baffle, intake side 9 25-154-02 Clip, mounting (3) 10 12-086-37 Screw, captive washerM5 X0.8 X20 (3) 11 M-0645016 Screw, he)(. flange M6x1.0x16 (2) 12 12-063.O8 Baffle, cylinder head 13 12-063-o9 Baffle, cylinder NOT ILLUSTRATED X-25-92WASHER, PLAIN 3/16" (2) AIR INTAKF-._FILTRA'I10 N KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 25-341-03 2 12-096-24 3 12-083-12 4 12-083-10 5 1230046 6 12-100-01 7 12-032-11 8 12-094-07 9 12-072-(:}4 10 12-086-01 11 12-041-02 NOT ILLUSTRATED 12-113-53 Knob, air cleaner cover Cover, air cleaner Pracleaner, element Kit air cleaner element (Includes 5,7) Seal 3/4" Wing Nut Seal 1-7/16" Base, air claaner(includes 10,11) Stud, mounting plate M6X1.0X75 Screw, #10 Hi-Lo _read fOrm- ing (2) Gasket, air cleaner Decal, air cleaner 55
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 _rA._NG SVST_. I 3_ 0 o 8_ ENGINE CONTROLS I _,\ !!! f T ,_l "7":_'J 11 OIL PAN I LUBRICATION I 13 I -- ,qU II .2'! i0 _N !02" , 1
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 1 12-079-07 (2) 2 12-237-01 2 25-098-05 Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) 3 M-0664020 3 12-755-54 Kit, drive end 4 12-227-06 Cap, drive end 4 24-086-43 5 12-17005 Armature 5 12-536-10 6 12-221-01 Kit, brush & spring 7 12-227-13 Cap, commutator end 6 M-0443025 8 12-211-O1 Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4-5/8 (2) 7 M-0443020 8 12-089.11 9 12-089-23 10 12-089-24 OIL PAN/LU BRICATION 11 12-755-83 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 12-038-01 2 25-755-13 3 12-153-03 4 12-153-02 5 12-123-04 6 M-0545020 7 12-153-01 8 25-162-07 9 12-096-03 10 M-0545016 11 25-462-09 13 52-050-02 14 X-75-10 15 12-393-01 16 12-153-06 17 12-096-34 18 M-0545016 19 12-032-03 20 24-086-16 21 24-086-17 22 12-199-53 Dipstick assembly (Includes 2-3) Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 3) O-Ring, oil fill cap O-Ring, upper oil fill tube Tube, oil fill Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x20 O-Ring, lower oil fill tube Screen, oil pickup Cover, oil pickup screen Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x16 Valve, oil pressure relief Filter, oil Plug, sq. hal. solid 3/8 Pump, oil assembly O-Ring, oil pump cover Cover, oil pump Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (3) Seal, oil (P.T.O. end) Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 (11) Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x45 Assembly, Pan, oil (Ind. 11,15- 18) 12 12-100-07 13 52-211-04 14 12-090-28 15 25-158-08 16 12-079-01 17 25-158-11 Linkage, choke Clamp, cable Screw, lobed socket M6xLOx20 (2) Screw, hex. flange Control, speed assembly (Includes 6,8,9) Screw, pan head M4xO.7x25 Screw, pan head M4xO.7x20 Spdng, choke (2) Spring, choke return Spring, govemor Kit, governor lever (Indudes 12- 14) NuL hex flange 1/4 - 20" Boll 1/4- 20 X 1" Lever, governor Bushing, throttle linkage Linkage, throtfle Bushing, throttle linkage 57
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 C_NK_A_ I ml _j6 FUEL SYSTEM i 58
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO. 1 M-0641060 3 X-22-11 4 M'0629116 5 12-853-95 6 12-041-02 7 12-053-95 8 12-041-O1 9 12-265-04 10 47-154-01 11 X-426-09 12 25-353-10 13 25-050-02 NOT ILLUSTRATED 12-757-O2 12-757-03 12-041-01 12"0:41-O2 12-O41-05 12-041-06 12-032-06 12-757-33 12-041-06 12-454-01 25-452-20 12-454-O3 M-0561Ot0 M-0645020 DESCRIPTION Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) Washer, star 1/4 Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) Kit, carburetor w/gasket (includes 6,7,8 qty 1 12-454-01, 25452-20) Gasket, air cleaner Carburetor assembly (For information only not available separately) Gasket, carburetor (2) Deflector, heat Clip cable Clamp, hose (2) Line, fuel 9" Filter, fuel Kit, float Kit, carburetor repair Gasket, carburetor Gasket, air cleaner Gasket, bowl Gasket, howl screw Seal, solenoid Kit, solenoid repair Gasket, howl screw "Re, wire Terminal "Re cable Screw, thread forming M5X0.8X10 Screw, hex. flange M6XI.0X20 (2) CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO. NO. 1 12-014-37 2 12-139-01 EXHAUST KEY PART NO. NO. 1 25-072-04 2 12-041-03 4 12-126-11 5 12-445-06 6 M-0645025 12-522-18 12-755-82 DESCRIPTION Crankshaft (Includes 2) Plug, cup DESCRIPTION Stud (2) Gasket, exhaust manifold Bracket, muffler Strap, lifting Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x25 (2) Short Block Gasket Set 59
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL _o I Operate your Tractor up and down the face of elopes (not I greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- [ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. I
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