Owner's Manual

15.5 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.
917.272352

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IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions

Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call:
Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917
operating this equipment, Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ................................................ 2 Maintenance ........................................ 17
Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ..................... 21
Product Specifications ........................... 5 Storage ................................................ 27
AssemblylPre-Operation ....................... 8 Troubleshooting ................................... 28
Operation ............................................. 11 Repair Parts ......................................... 32
Maintenance Schedule ........................ 17 Sears Service ........................ Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is
maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,
Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in
material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will
also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During
the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your
home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve-
nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur-
chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is
dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within
the United States.

This Warranty does not cover;

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to
blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.
• Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups
• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, elec-
trical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper
grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,
or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the
owner's manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-
nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur-
chase date.
• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-
ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery
will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30
days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the batter}/at yourHOME. After
the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail-
able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is
dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which
vary, from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.,Dept.817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.

AI_WARNING: In order to prevent ac- • Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

cidental starting when setting up, trans- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do
porting, adjusting or making repairs, not operate the mower without either
always disconnect spark plug wire and the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place wire where it cannot contact spark place.
plug. • Slow down before turning.
,_k,WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in • Never leave a running machine unat-
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. tended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and remove
_L, WARNING: Tow only the attachments
keys before dismounting.
that are recommended by and comply with
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
specifications of the manufacturer of your
• Stop engine before removing grass
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
catcher or unclogging chute.
Operate only at the lowest possible speed
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,
light.
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can
• Do not operate the machine while under
lose traction with the ground and cause
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
you to lose control of your tractor.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or
A_,WARNING- Engine exhaust, some of its crossing roadways.
constituents, and certain vehicle compo- • Use extra care when loading or un-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to
loading the machine into a trailer or
the State of California to cause cancer and truck.
birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Data indicates that operators, age 60
_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals years and above, are involved in a large
and related accessories contain lead and percentage of riding mower-related in-
lead compounds, chemicals known to the juries. These operators should evaluate
State of California to cause cancer and
their ability to operate the riding mower
birth defects or other reproductive harm. safely enough to protect themselves and
Wash hands after handling. others from serious injury.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or
I. GENERAL OPERATION other debris build-up which can touch
• Read, understand, and follow all instruc- hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do
tions in the manual and on the machine not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
before starting. or other debris which can cause build-
• Only allow responsible adults, who are up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
familiar with the instructions, to operate spillage before operating or storing the
the machine. machine. Allow machine to cool before
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, storage.
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrown by the blade. II. SLOPE OPERATION
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone of-control and tipover accidents, which can
enters the area.
result in severe injury or death. All slopes
• Never carry passengers. require extra caution. If you cannot back
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do
lutely necessary. Always look down and not mow it.
behind before and while backing.

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 DO: • Never carry children. They may fall off
• Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree safe machine operation.
limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- machine.
even terrain could overturn the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind
Tall grass can hide obstacles. corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear that may obscure vision.
so that you will not have to stop or shift IV. SERVICE
while on the slope.
• • Follow the manufacturer's recommend- • Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
ations for wheel weights or counter-
vapors are explosive.
weights to improve stability.
- Use only an approved container.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
other attachments. These can change
with the engine running. Allow
the stability of the machine.
engine to cool before refueling. Do
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
not smoke.
and gradual. Do not make sudden - Never refuel the machine indoors.
changes in speed or direction.
- Never store the machine or fuel con-
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tainer inside where there is an open
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
flame, such as a water heater.
and proceed slowly straight down the • Never run a machine inside a closed
slope.
area.
DO NOT:
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces- attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually ment in good condition.
downhill, if possible. Never tamper with safety devices.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, Check their proper operation regularly.
or embankments. The mower could
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge spillage. Allow machine to cool before
caves in.
storing.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced Stop and inspect the equipment if you
traction could cause sliding. strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by before restarting.
putting your foot on the ground. Never make adjustments or repairs with
• Do not use grass catcher on steep the engine running.
slopes. Grass catcher components are subject
III. CHILDREN to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children. allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
Children are often attracted to the ma- check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
chine and the mowing activity. Neveras-
sume that children will remain where you when necessary.
last saw them. Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
• Keep children out of the mowing area Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
and under the watchful care of another use extra caution when servicing them.
responsible adult. Check brake operation frequently• Ad-
• Be alert and turn machine off if children just and service as required.
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.

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• Be sure the area is clear of other people • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone limbs, etc.
enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
• Never carry passengers or children terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
even with the blades off. grass can hide obstacles.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso- • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
lutely necessary. Always look down and so that you will not have to stop or shift
behind before and while backing. while on the slope.
• Never carry children. They may fall off • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
and be seriously injured or interfere with
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
safe machine operation.
and proceed slowly straight down the
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another slope.
responsible adult. • If machine stops while going uphill,
• Be alert and turn machine off if children disengage blades, shift into reverse and
enter the area. back down slowly.
• Before and when backing, look behind • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and down for small children. and then, turn slowly and gradually
• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not downhill, if possible.
across.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 1.25 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded
and Type: Regular
Oil Type: SAE 30 (above 32°F)
(API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F
Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints
W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints
Spark Plug: Champion RC12yC
(Gap: .030")
Ground Speed Forward:
(MPH): 1st 1.1
2nd 1.4
3rd 2.2
4th 3.4
5th 4.3
6th 5.5
Reverse: 1.7
Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI
Rear: 12 PSI
Charging 3 Amps Battery
System: 5 Amps Headlights
Battery: Amp/Hr: 28
Min. CCA: 230
Case Size: U1R
Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.
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engineered and manufactured to give
Congratulations on making a smart pur-
you the best possible dependability and
chase. Your new Craftsmar_ product is
performance.
designed and manufactured for years of
Should you experience any problem you
dependable operation. But like all products,
cannot easily remedy, please contact a it may require repair from time to time. That's
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when having a Repair Protection Agreement
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cians and the proper tools to service or
Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement
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now and protect yourself from unexpected
Please read and retain this manual. The
hassle and expense.
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observe the "SAFETY RULES".
sional repair specialists. ,
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• Read and observe the safety rules. • Product replacement if your covered
• Follow a regular schedule in main- product can't be fixed.
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_WARNING: This tractor is equipped
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exhaust system is equipped with a spark
simple phone call is all that it takes for you
arrester meeting applicable local or state
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day or night, or schedule a service ap-
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 Steering Steering Wheel
Wheel Insert

(1) Locknut
@ (1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

1/4-28 x 1-1/4
1/2-20
(1) Locknut
1/4-28

Steering ,_ Extension
Steering
, _ , Wheel Adapter Shaft
_ Steering
Boot _/'

(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12
Gauge

-Knob

For Future Use

Keys
F-1
"t

Slope Sheet Video Casse_e

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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) 3/4"wrench (1) Pliers

(1) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating posi-
tion (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON 1/4 Locknut I/4 Hex
1. Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from carton.
2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-
els of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat.
Low_
3. Check for any additional loose parts or
cartons and remove. Steering
Shaft
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
7. Snap steering wheel insert into center
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND of steering wheel.
BOOT 8. Remove protective materials from trac-
1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer- tor hood and grill.
ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex- IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
tension and lower shafts and install 1/4 staples in skid that may puncture tires
hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely. where tractor is to roll off skid.
IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se- INSTALL SEAT
curely to 10-12 ft. tbs torque.
2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.
slots in dash and push down to secure.
1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL washer securing seat to cardboard
3. Position front wheels of the tractor so packing and set aside for assembly of
they are pointing straight forward. seat to tractor.
4. Remove steering wheel adapter from 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto the cardboard packing. Remove the
steering shaft extension. cardboard packing and discard.
5. Position steering wheel so cross bars 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of
are horizontal (left to right) and slide shoulder bolt is positioned over large
inside boot and onto adapter. slotted hole in pan.
6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex nut
and tighten securely.
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4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
bolt in slot and pul! seat towards rear of tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate
tractor. instruction below to remove the tractor
5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- from the skid.
semble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
6. Lower seat into operating position and Operation section for location and
sit in seat. function of controls)
7. Slide seat until a comfortable position 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise
is reached which allows you to press attachment lift lever to its highest po-
clutch/brake pedal all the way down. sition.
8. Get off seat without moving its ad- 2. Release parking brake by depressing
justed position. clutch/brake pedal.
9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
knob securely. position.
Seat 4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
5. Remove banding holding deflector
shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and
function of controls)
_WARNING: Before starting, read, un-
derstand and follow all instructions in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure
tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure
the area in front of tractor is clear of other
people and objects.
1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.
2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.
3. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
CHECK BATTERY
position.
1. Lift seat pan to raised position. 5. Press lift lever plunger and raise
NOTE: If this battery is put into service attachment lift lever to its highest posi-
after month and year indicated on label tion.
(label located between terminals) charge 6. Start the engine. After engine has
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 started, move throttle control to idle
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance position.
section of this manual for charging instruc- 7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
tions). "BRAKE" position and hold. Move
gearshift lever to I st gear.
8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-
ing brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.
10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.

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CHECKTIREPRESSURE ,/CHECKLIS T
The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate your new tractor, we
at the factory for shipping purposes, Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best
rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this
cutting performance. Quality Product.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in Please review the following checklist:
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ,,/All assembly instructions have been
of this manual. completed.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS ,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
For best cutting results, mower hous- ,/Battery is properly prepared and
ing should be properly leveled. See "TO charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
and Adjustments section of this manual. ened securely.
,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
ping purposes, the tires were overin-
OF ALL BELTS
flated at the factory).
See the figures that are shown for replac- ,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
ing motion and mower blade drive belts side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
in the Service and Adjustments section results. (Tires must be properly inflated
of this manual. Verify that the belts are for leveling).
routed correctly. ,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM they are routed properly around pulleys
After you learn how to operate your trac- and inside all belt keepers.
tor, check to see that the brake is properly ,/Check wiring. See that all connections
adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in are still secure and wires are properly
the Service and Adjustments section of clamped.
this manual. While learning how to use your tractor, pay
extra attention to the following important
items:
,/Engine oil is at proper level.
•/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-
lar unleaded gasoline.
/' Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,I Be sure brake system is in safe operat-
ing condition.

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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L I',,I
REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION

ENGINE OFF UGflTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING DRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING DRAKE
LOCKED UNLOCKED

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT
LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGES CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS
AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

& DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

FREE WHEEL
& WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
(Automatic Models only)
& CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

&
might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage
Failure to follow instructions to the tractor and/or engine.

could result in serious injury or HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

death, The safety alert symbol if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury
is used to identify safety inform- _' ahd/or property damage.
ation about hazards which can FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
result in death, serious injury Ji could result in death, serious injury and/or
and/or property damage. property damage.

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KNOW YOU R TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
TRACTOR
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment
Ammeter Clutch Lever Ignition Switch
ht Switch Position

.--"2---_
Plunger
Throttle/Choke
Control _ f_,'_ Attachment
f f .'l.--_.--I Lift Lever

Height
Clul
Adjustment
Pedal
Indicator

ParkingBrake Lever

Gearshift Lever /

\
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the
American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

to engage the mower blades, or other at- attachment lift lever when changing its
tachments mounted to your tractor. position.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or headlights on and off.
other attachments mounted to your tractor. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for brake pedal into the brake position.
declutching and braking the tractor and THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used
starting the engine. for starting and controlling engine speed.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed AMMETER - Indicates battery charging
and direction of tractor. (+) or discharging (-).
IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and
stopping the engine.

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 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses
or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments
or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety
mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR • Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and
TO SET PARKING BRAKE remove key Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
Your tractor is equipped with an operator use.
presence sensing switch. When engine
• Never use choke to stop engine.
is running, any attempt by the operator
IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch
to leave the seat without first setting the
in any position other than "STOP" will
parking brake will shut off the engine.
cause the battery to discharge and go
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way dead.
down and hold.
NOTE: Under certain conditions when
2. Pull parking brake lever up and release
tractor is standing idle with the engine
pressure from clutch/brake pedal.
running, hot engine exhaust gases may
Pedal should remain in brake position.
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
Make sure parking brake will hold trac-
this possibility, always stop engine when
tor secure.
stopping tractor on grass areas.
Attachment Clutch Lever
_CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-
Throttle/Choke "Engaged" Position
pletely, as described above, before leaving
Control the operator's position.
Ignition Key
TO USETHROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.
Clutch/ "Disengaged" • Operating engine at less than full
Brake , Position
throttle reduces the battery charging
Pedal
Parking rate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
"Engaged" mower performance.
Position
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is
.//- Gearshift
Lever controlled by the gearshift lever.
/

"Brake" 1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

Position "Disengaged "_ depressed and gearshift lever in neutral
Position (N) position.
2. Move gearshift lever to desired position.
STOPPING
3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
MOWER BLADES - start movement.
• To stop mower blades, move attachment IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete
clutch lever to disengaged position. stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful life
GROUND DRIVE - of your transaxle.
• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal all the way down. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) The position of the attachment lift lever
position. determines the cutting height.
ENGINE - • Grasp lift lever.
• Press plunger with thumb and move
• Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approxi-
to slow position and allowing engine to
mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea-
idle before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire". sured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running.

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These heights are approximate and may • If slowing is necessary, move throttle
vary depending upon soil conditions, control lever to slower position.
height of grass and types of grass being • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push
mowed. clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-
• The average lawn should be cut to ap- tion and engage parking brake.
proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be
season and to over 3 inches during hot sure you have allowed room for tractor
months. For healthier and better looking to roll slightly as you restart movement.
lawns, mow often and after moderate • To restart movement, slowly release
growth. parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• For best cutting performance, grass over • Make all turns slowly.
6 inches in height should be mowed
twice. Make the first cut relatively high; TOTRANSPORT
the second to desired height. • Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
TO OPERATE MOWER
• When pushing or towing your tractor,
Your tractor is equipped with an operator be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
presence sensing switch. Any attempt position.
by the operator to leave the seat with the • Do not push or tow tractor at more than
engine running and the attachment clutch five (5) MPH.
engaged will shut off the engine. NOTE: To protect hood from damage
1. Select desired height of cut. when transporting your tractor on a truck
2. Start mower blades by engaging at- or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
tachment clutch control.
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
To stop mower blades - means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
disengage attachment clutch control. etc.).
AI_CAUTION- Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector MENTS
shield in place.
Tow only the attachments that are recom-
mended by and comply with specifications
Attachment Clutch Lever
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
"Engaged " Position
common sense when towing. Too heavy
Attachemnt of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
Lift Lever Tires can lose traction with the ground and
High Position cause you to lose control of your tractor.
"Low
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Position
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
"Disenc The engine in your tractor has been
Position shipped, from the factory, already filled
with summer weight oil.
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe
"Deflector clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw
Shield cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-
TO OPERATE ON HILLS move and read oil level. If necessary,
add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is
_ILWARNING: Do not drive up or down reached. Do not overfill.
hills with slopes greater than 15° and do
• For cold weather operation you should
not drive across any slope. Use the slope
change oil for easier starting (See "OIL
guide at the back of this manual. VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-
• Choose the slowest speed before start-
nance section of this manual).
ing up or down hills.
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on nance section in this manual.
hills.

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ADD GASOLINE . Insert key into ignition and turn key
• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. clockwise to start position and release
Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular key as soon as engine starts. Do
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of not run starter continuously for more
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will than fifteen seconds per minute. If the
increase carbon and lead oxide deposits engine does not start after several
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil attempts, move throttle control to fast
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti- position, wait a few minutes and try
ties that can be used within 30 days to again. If engine still does not start,
assure fuel freshness. move the throttle control back to the
choke position and retry.
_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and
near an open flame. above)
IMPORTANT: When operating in temper- 6. When engine starts, move the throttle
atures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean control to the fast position.
winter grade gasoline to help insure good • The attachments and ground drive can
cold weather starting. now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called
allow it to warm up for one minute using
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
the choke as described above.
attract moisture which leads to separa-
tion and formation of acids during storage. COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system below)
of an engine while in storage. To avoid 6. When engine starts, allow engine
engine problems, the fuel system should to run with the throttle control in the
be emptied before storage of 30 days choke position until the engine runs
or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the roughly, then move throttle control
engine and let it run until the fuel lines to fast position. This may require an
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel engine warm-up period from several
next season. See Storage Instructions for seconds to several minutes, depending
additional information. Never use engine on the temperature.
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel • The attachments can also be used dur-
tank or permanent damage may occur. ing the engine warm-up period.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000
TO START ENGINE
feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)
When starting the engine for the first time the carburetor fuel mixture may need to
or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will be adjusted for best engine performance.
take extra cranking time to move fuel from (See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the
the tank to the engine. Service and Adjustments section of this
1. Sit on seat in operating position, manual).
depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged
position.
4. Move throttle control to choke position.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm
and cold starting procedures below.

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MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should be
• Mower should be properly leveled for mowed twice to reduce load and pos-
best mowing performance. See "TO sible fire hazard from dried clippings.
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Make first cut relatively high; the second
Service and Adjustments section of this to the desired height.
manual. • Do not mow grass when it is wet.
• The left hand side of mower should be Wet grass will plug mower and leave
used for trimming. undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
• Drive so that clippings are discharged before mowing.
onto the area that has already been • Always operate engine at full throttle
cut. Have the cut area to the right of when mowing to assure better mow-
the tractor. This will result in a more ing performance and proper discharge
even distribution of clippings and more of material. Regulate ground speed by
uniform cutting. selecting a low enough gear to give the
• When mowing large areas, start by mower cutting performance as well as
turning to the right so that clippings will the quality of cut desired.
discharge away from shrubs, fences, • When operating attachments, select a
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, ground speed that will suit the terrain
mow in the opposite direction making and give best performance of the at-
left hand turns until finished. tachment being used.
f l

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 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _+_++_ o_+_ _o_ o_oo _ o+/_

RE+ULA.
SE.V,CE
AS YOU COMPLETE
,"
___,/-_-(:O .._F/ .._._ .._._ 14_.
_ .._ _"J
SE"V'CE DATES

Check
Check Brake Pressure
Tire Operation _

Cheek Operator Presence and

"[ Inlerlock Systems i1_

a Check for Loose Fasleners ll_5 I_

A Sharpen/Replace Mowe, Blades I_

C Lubrlcahon Chad
v'
0 Check Batlery Level
R Clean Baftery and Terminals II/
Check Transaxle Cooling if

Check V-Belts If

Check Engine Oi! Level _ ll_

Change Engine Oit (wilh oil filter) 1/12

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filler) 1_12 I_

N CleanAirFilter I_:
G Clean Air Screen

Inspecl Muffler/Spark Arresler I_

E Replace Oil Filler (If equipped) 1_2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins 1_2

Replace Spark Plug _Vp2 ll/

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filler I_

1 - Change more ohen when operating under a heavy load or 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil
in high ambient temperatures¸ 4 = Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
2 - Sewice more ohen when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft *lbs maximum
Do not overtighten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
LUBRICATION CHART
The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to O SF - (_ Spindle
operator abuse or negligence. To receive Zerk Zerk
full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain tractor as instructed in this
manual.
(gFront Wheel -_ (gFront Wheel
Some adjustments will need to be made Bearing Bearing Zerk
periodically to properly maintain your Zerk
tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual should be
checked at least once each season. _)Engine
• 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. O General Purpose Grease
@ Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
2. Check brake operation. pivot points which have special nylon
3. Check tire pressure. bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
4. Check operator presence and dust and dirt that will shorten the life of
interlock systems for proper operation. the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel
5. Check for loose fasteners. they must be lubricated, use only a dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,
Always observe safety rules when per- center hole in blade must align with star
forming any maintenance. on mandrel assembly.
4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer
BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
stopping distance at high speed in highest 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.
gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See Lbs. torque).
"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
Adjustments section of this manual). Mandrel Assembly
Trailing
TIRES Center
Hole
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual). Flat Washer \
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect Lock Washer
control chemicals which can harm rub-
ber. _--Blade Bolt (Grade)*
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp *A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified
objects and other hazards that may by six lines on the bolt head.
cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent TO SHARPEN BLADE
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-
may be purchased from your local parts
ening blade - but if you do, be sure the
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry blade is balanced.
rot and corrosion.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause
Be sure operator presence and interlock excessive vibration and eventual damage
systems are working properly. If your trac- to mower and engine.
tor does not function as described, repair • The blade can be sharpened with a file
the problem immediately. or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
• The engine should not start unless the to sharpen while on the mower.
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed • To check blade balance, you will need a
and attachement clutch control is in the
5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
disengaged position. balancer. (When using a cone balancer,
• When the engine is running, any at- follow the instructions supplied with
tempt by the operator to leave the seat balancer.)
without first setting the parking brake NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
should shut off the engine. blade. The lobes of the center hole may
• When the engine is running and the appear to be centered, but are not.
attachment clutch is engaged, any at- • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion
tempt by the operator to leave the seat of the steel bolt or pin and hold the
should shut off the engine. bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If
• The attachment clutch should never op- blade is balanced, it should remain in a
erate unless the operator is in the seat. horizontal position. If either end of the
BLADE CARE blade moves downward, sharpen the
For best results mower blades must be heavy end until the blade is balanced.
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE REMOVAL
1. Raise mower to highest position to al- 5/8" Bolt or P_Blade
low access to blades.
2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and
flat washer securing blade. Center Hole
3. Install new or resharpened blade
with trailing edge up towards deck as
shown.

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BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
Your tractor has a battery charging system (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
which is sufficient for normal use. cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
However, periodic charging of the battery result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32°F.
with an automotive charger will extend its
life. Check your engine oil level more frequent-
• Keep battery and terminals clean. ly to avoid possible engine damage from
• Keep battery bolts tight. running low on oil.
• Keep small vent holes open. Change the oil after every 25 hours of op-
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. eration or at least once a year if the tractor
NOTE: The original equipment battery on is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before start-
your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or covers. ing the engine and after each eight (8)
Adding or checking level of electrolyte is hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
not necessary. dipstick securely each time you check the
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS oil level.
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
terminals can cause the battery to "leak" Determine temperature range expected
power. before oil change. All oil must meet API
1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first service classification SF-SJ.
then RED battery cable and remove • Be sure tractor is on level surface.
battery from tractor. • Oil will drain more freely when warm.
2. Rinse the battery with plain water and • Catch oil in a suitable container.
dry. 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends not to allow dirt to enter the engine
with wire brush until bright. when changing oil.
4. Coat terminals with grease or petro- 2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain
leum jelly. valve and install the drain tube onto the
5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING fitting.
Oil Drain Valve
BATTERY" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual). Closed and
Locked
TRANSAXLE COOLING Position_
Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt
and chaff which can restrict cooling. Yellow
_ Drain
Cap
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear O2463
Tube
after 100 hours of operation and replace
3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
slightly and turning counterclockwise.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear. 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.
5. After oil has drained completely, close
and lock the drain valve by pushing
ENGINE inward and turning clockwise until the
pin is in the locked position as shown.
LUBRICATION
6. Remove the drain tube and replace the
Only use high quality detergent oil rated cap onto the end of the drain valve.
with API service classification SF-SJ Se- 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-
lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade accord- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
ing to your expected operating tempera- For approximate capacity see "PROD-
ture. UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
manual.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level. For accurate reading,
tighten dipstick cap securely onto the
30 32 40 60 1(30
tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil
c _ .=o .to o _o 2o _ 4o
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O_L CHANGE at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
_1 v_ chad1 e
onto the tube securely when finished.
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AIR FILTER ENGINE COOLING FINS
Your engine will not run properly using a Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine
dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after cooling fins to prevent engine damage
every 25 hours of operation or every from overheating.
season. Service paper cartridge every 1. Remove screws from blower housing
100 hours of operation or every season, and lift housing and dipstick tube as-
whichever occurs first. sembly off engine.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty 2. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of
conditions. dirt.
1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and 3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle
rotate towards engine. brush to thoroughly clean engine cool-
2. Remove cover. ing fins.
3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and . Replace blower housing and dipstick
pre-cleaner from base. tube assembly.
4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris Screws
from falling into carburetor. Blower Housing
NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace
cartridge.
5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge
firmly in base. Dipstick Tube Air Screen _2_\
6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower Assembly
housing and replace cover. __ Screws
7. Hook handle on cover and push down Oil Fill
on handle to close.
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such O en'no F
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean I [ /t I,.._ _Spark
the cartridge. They may cause deterio- Engine Cooling Fins _ '- Plug
ration of the cartridge. Do not oil car-
tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean MUFFLER
cartridge. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-
_ Handle ate a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning
of each mowing season or after every
100 hours of operation, whichever occurs
first. Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
Cartridge
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-
retor, replacement is required.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
Pre-clea_
line with arrow pointing towards carbu-
retor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
Base f ___ Tabs
clamps are properly positioned.
Slots
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-
CLEAN AIR SCREEN line.
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Clamp,.
chaff to prevent engine damage from
overheating. Clean with a wire brush or
compressed air to remove dirt and stub-
born dried gum fibers. Fuel Filter _-''-___J
2O
CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. hose or pressure washer to clean your
of all foreign matter. tractor unless the engine and transmis-
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free sion are covered to keep water out. Water
in engine or transmission will shorten the
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with auto- useful life of your tractor. Use compressed
motive type wax. air or a leaf blower to remove grass,
leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

A WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR 8. Disconnect front links from deck by

TO REMOVE MOWER removing retainer springs.
9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension
Mower will be easier to remove from the
arms. Slide mower out from under trac-
right side of tractor. tor.
1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
GAGED" position. the mower deck is to be mounted on the
2. Move attachment lift lever forward to
tractor, remove the front links and hook
lower mower to its lowest position.
the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.
3. Roll belt off engine pulley.
4. Remove small retainer spring, and TO INSTALL MOWER
remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.
1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
5. Remove large retainer spring, slide
collar off and push housing guide out position.
of bracket. 2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-
6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis tor shield to right side of tractor.
3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
bracket by removing retainer spring.
4. Connect front links to mower deck and
7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear
deck brackets by removing retainer secure with retainer springs.
springs.
Small Retainer

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Sprin! ine Pulley

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Collar
(Both Sides)
Housing
Deflector
Shield
Large
Retainer
Spring
Bracket
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5, Connect suspension arms to rear FRONT-TO-SACK ADJUSTMENT
deck brackets and secure with retainer IMPORTANT; Deck must be level side-to
springs. side. If the following front-to-back adjust-
6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both
bracket and secure with retainer spring. front links equally so mower will stay level
7, Push clutch cable housing guide into side-to-side.
bracket, slide collar onto guide and To obtain the best cutting results, the
secure with large retainer spring. mower housing should be adjusted so
8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"
idler pulley bolt and secure with small lower than the rear when the mower is in
retainer spring. its highest position.
9. Install belt onto engine pulley. Check adjustment on right side of trac-
tor. Measure distance "D" directly in front
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked mower housing as shown.
on level ground or driveway. Make sure • Before making any necessary adjust-
tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- ments, check that both front links are
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this equal in length.
manual). If tires are over or underinflated, • If links are not equal in length, adjust
you will not properly adjust your mower. one link to same length as other link.
• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
on both front links an equal number of
• Raise mower to its highest position. turns.
• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"
measure height from bottom edge of lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
mower to ground. Distance "A_ on both
sides of mower should be the same or against trunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"
within 1/4" of each other.
from trunnion on both front links. Tighter
• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-
nut "E" on both front links an equal num-
ment on one side of mower only. ber of turns. The two front links must
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
remain equal in length.
link adjustment nut on that side. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against
link adjustment nut on that side. trunnion on both front links.
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
will change mower height about 1/8".
• Recheck measurements after adjusting. Mandrel

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to ground mower to ground

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

rm

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

=ront Links

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 2. Measure distance between brake oper-
BELT ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
The mower blade drive belt may be re- 3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
placed without tools. Park the tractor on jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
level surface. Engage parking brake. becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".
BELT REMOVAL - 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping
1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO distance as stated above. Readjust
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of if necessary. If stopping distance is
manual). still greater than five (5) feet in highest
2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and gear, further maintenance is neces-
idler pulleys. sary. Replace brake pads or contact a
3. Pull belt away from mower. Sears or other qualified service center.
BELT INSTALLATION -
With parking brake "Engaged"
1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys
and idler pulleys
2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides.
3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in
this section of this manual).
Mandrel
Pulley Idler

Pulley

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.
BELT REMOVAL -
1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of manual).
TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable and position of all belt guides and keepers.
brake system which is mounted on the 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and
right side of the transaxle. clutching idler.
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to- 3. Remove belt downward from around
stop at highest speed in highest gear on a engine pulley.
level, dry concrete or paved surface, then 4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
brake must be checked and adjusted. Remove belt upwards from transaxle
TO CHECK BRAKE pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
5. Remove belt from center span keeper
1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or and pull belt away from tractor.
paved surface, depress clutch/brake
pedal all the way down and engage Engine
Pulley
parking brake.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) Clutching_
position. Idler
The rear wheels must lock and skid when Stationary /
you try to manually push the tractor for-
ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake Center Span
needs to be adjusted or the pads need to Keeper Transaxle --.
be replaced.
TO ADJUST BRAKE
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way Pulley ___
down and engage parking brake.
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BELT INSTALLATION - TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK
1. Carefully work new belt down between BATTERY
transaxle belt keepers and onto the _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-
input pulley.
erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. and smoking materials away from bat-
3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll
teries. Always wear eye protection when
around the top groove of engine pulley. around batteries.
4. Install belt through stationary idler and If your battery is too weak to start the
clutching idler. engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-
5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of
and inside all belt guides and keepers. this manual).
6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
MOWER" in this section of manual). starting, follow this procedure:
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
MENT with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle
If steering wheel crossbars are not must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
positioned straight forward, remove steer- TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -
ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars 1. Connect one end of the RED cable
horizontal. Tighten securely. to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER
battery(A-B), taking care not to short
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not against tractor chassis.
adjustable on your tractor. If damage has 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of
camber, contact a Sears or other qualified fully charged battery.
service center. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS cable (D) to good chassis ground,
away from fuel tank and battery.
1. Block up axle securely.
2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE
washers to allow wheel removal (rear ORDER-
wheels have a square key - Do not 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and
lose). then from the fully charged battery.
3. Repair tire and reassemble. 2. RED cable last from both batteries.
NOTE: On rear wheels only: align
grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert
square key.
4. Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove.
5. Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and
use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant
also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Weak or Dead Fully Charged
Battery Battery

Washers

Retaining
Ring
Axle
Cover

I
Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only) "

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REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE
_WARNING: Do not short battery Replace with 20 amp automotive-type
terminals by allowing a wrench or any plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
other object to contact both terminals at behind the dash.
the same time. Before connecting battery, TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, SEMBLY
rings, etc. 1. Raise hood.
Positive terminal must be connected
2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.
first to prevent sparking from accidental
3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
grounding. sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
1. Lift seat pan to raised position. tractor.
2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-
then RED battery cable and carefully
connect headlight wire connector.
remove battery from tractor.
3. Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
4. First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and
keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Headlight Wire
Slide terminal cover over terminal Connector
5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

Seat Pan

ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers ex-
pense, may be performed by any non-road
Terminal Keps engine repair establishment or individual.
Cover _ Nut "_-:._. Hex Warranty repairs must be performed by an
Bolt authoriYed engine manufacturer's service
outlet.
Positive
(Red) TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
Cable CABLE
Negative (Black) Cable
The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be nec-
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
essary. Check adjustment as described
1. Raise hood. below before loosening cable. If adjust-
2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the ment is necessary, proceed as follows:
backside of the grill. 1. With engine not running, move throttle
3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb control lever from slow to choke posi-
holder securely back into the hole in tion. Slowly move lever from choke to
the backside of the grill. fast position.
4. Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause
your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or
prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.

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2. Check that holes "A" in governor FINAL SETTING -
control lever and hole in governor plate 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five
line-up. If holes "A" are not aligned, minutes. Make final adjustments with
loosen clamp screw and move throttle engine running and shift/motion contro
cable until holes are aligned. Tighten lever in neutral (N) position.
clamp screw securely. 2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi.
Governor tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttk
Governor Control Lever Control Plate lever against idle speed screw. Turn
idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.
3. While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, turn idle mixture
valve full travel clockwise then coun-
terclockwise until engine runs rough.
\ Turn valve to a point midway between
those two positions. Release throttle
lever.
Holes ACCELERATION TEST -
Clamp Screw Throttle 4. Move throttle control lever from slow
Cable to fast position. If engine hesitates or
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun-
NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is terclockwise) 1/8turn. Repeat test and
low emission. It is equipped with an idle continue to adjust, if necessary, until
fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, engine accelerates smoothly.
which allows some adjustment within the High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt not adjust or damage may result.
to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
cannot be removed without breaking the engine governor, which is factory set
adjusting needle. for proper engine speed. Overspeed-
The carburetor has been preset at the ing the engine above the factory high
factory and adjustment should not be nec- speed setting can be dangerous. If you
essary. However, minor adjustment may think the engine-governed high speed
be required to compensate for differences needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other
in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the qualified service center, which has proper
carburetor does need adjustment, proceed equipment and experience to make any
as follows: necessary adjustments.
In general, turning idle mixture valve in Idle Speed Screw
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-
ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out Lever
(counterclockwise) increases the supply
of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air
mixture.
Idle Mixture
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle Valve with
valve and the seat in carburetor may result Limiter
if screw is turned in too tight.
PRELIMINARY SETTING -
1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem-
bled to the carburetor when making
carburetor adjustments.
2. Be sure the throttle control cable is
adjusted properly (see above).

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol
age at the end of the season or if the trac- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
tor will not be used for 30 days or more. moisture which leads to separation and
_WARNING: Never store the tractor formation of acids during storage. Acidic
with gasoline in the tank inside a building gas can damage the fuel system of an
where fumes may reach an open flame engine while in storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
TRACTOR • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
Remove mower from tractor for winter products in the fuel tank or permanent
storage. When mower is to be stored for a damage may occur.
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove • Use fresh fuel next season.
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
clean, dry area. alternative in minimizing the formation of
1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
in the Maintenance section of this stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-
manual). age container. Always follow the mix ratio
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary found on stabilizer container. Run engine
(See belt replacement instructions in at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
the Service and Adjustments section of to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-
this manual). buretor. Do not drain the gas tank and
3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
section of this manual.
ENGINE OIL
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
parts for damage, breakage and wear. with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
Replace if necessary. the Maintenance section of this manual).
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint CYLINDER(S)
surfaces; sand lightly before painting. 1. Remove spark plug(s).
BATTERY 2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark
• Fully charge the battery for storage. plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
• After a period of time in storage, battery 3. Turn ignition key to start position for a
few seconds to distribute oil.
may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power 4. Replace with new spark plug(s).
leakage during long periods of storage, _ OTHER
battery cables should be disconnected • Do not store gasoline from one season
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO to another.
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in
• Replace your gasoline can if your can
the Maintenance section of this manual).
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
• After cleaning, leave cables discon-
gasoline will cause problems.
nected and place cables where they
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
cannot come in contact with battery
and cover it to give protection from dust
terminals. and dirt.
• If battery is removed from tractor for • Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-
storage, do not store battery directly on tective cover that does not retain mois-
concrete or damp surfaces. ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
ENGINE breathe which allows condensation to
FUEL SYSTEM form and will cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
hose, or tank during storage.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.
2. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE"
properly. in Operation section.
3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes
before attempting to start.
Bad spark plug.
.
4. Replace spark plug.
5. Dirty air filter, 5. Clean/replace air filter.
6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter.
7 Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.
8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Check all wiring.
9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
10. Engine valves out of 10. Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center,

Hard to start 1, Dirty air filter. . Clean/replace air filter.

2. Bad spark plug. 2. Replace spark plug.
3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace
battery.
4. Dirty fuel filter. . Replace fuel filter,
5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.
Loose or damaged wiring.
.
6. Check all wiring.
7. Carburetor out of adjustment, 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
. Engine valves out of 8. Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

Engine will not Clutch/brake pedal not

. 1. Depress clutch/brake
turn over depressed. pedal.
2. Attachment clutch is 2. Disengage attachment
engaged. clutch.
3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace
battery.
4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.
5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.
6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.
7, Faulty ignition switch, 7. Check/replace ignition
switch.
8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
9. Faulty operator presence 9. Contact a Sears or other
switch(es). qualified service center,

Engine clicks but Rv

Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery.
will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.
3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring.
4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/
fast. reduce speed.
2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control.
position.
3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3. Clean underside of mower
and trash under mower. housing.
4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter.
5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil.
6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
7. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter.
8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
9. Water in fuel. 9. Drain fuel tank and carbure
tor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel
filter.
10. Spark plug wire loose. 10. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
11. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 11 .Clean engine air screen/fins.
12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 12. Clean/replace muffler.
13. Loose or damaged wiring. 13.Check all wiring.
14. Carburetor out of 14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
adjustment. in Service and Adjustments
section.
15. Engine valves out of 15. Contact a Sears or other
adjustment. qualified service center.

Excessive 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade.

vibration Tighten blade bolt.
2. Bent blade mandrel. 2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
3. Loose/damaged part(s). 3. Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.

Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety . Check wiring, switches and

to run presence control system. connections. If not
when operator contact a Sears or other
leaves seat with qualified service center.
with attachment
clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven . Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.
2. Mower deck not level. 2. Level mower deck.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves, 3. Clean underside of mower
and trash under mower. housing.
4. Bent blade mandrel. 4. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
5. Clogged mower deck vent 5. Clean around mandrels to
holes from buildup of open vent holes.
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.
not rotate mechanism.
2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.
drive belt.
3. Frozen idler pulley. 3• Replace idler pulley.
4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in

discharge "FAST" position•
2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed•
3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before
mowing.
4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck.
5. Low/uneven tire air 5. Check tires for proper air
pressure. pressure•
6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 6. Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
7. Buildup of grass, leaves 7. Clean underside of mower
and trash under mower. housing.
8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Replace mower drive belt.
9. Blades improperly installed. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
10. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with blades listed
in this manual.
11. Clogged mower deck vent 11. Clean around mandrels to
holes from buildup of grass, open vent holes•
leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

Headlight(s) not 1. Switch is "OFF". 1. Turn switch "ON".

working 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned oul • 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
(if so equipped) 3. Faulty light switch. 3. Check/replace light switch.
4. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Check wiring and connec
tions.
5. Blown fuse. 5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not 1. Bad battery cell(s). 1. Replace battery.

charge 2. Poor cable connections. 2. Check/clean all connec
tions.
3. Faulty regulator 3. Replace regulator.
(if so equipped)•
4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Engine "backfires" 1. Engine throttle control not . Move throttle control to

when turning set at "SLOW" position "SLOW" position and allow
engine "OFF" for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping engine. stopping engine•

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SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

AMMETER FUSE
(OPTIONAL) , i I \ _ BLACK
I
_,
i I i SOLENOID

_ t J _! STARTER
CLUTCH ! BRAKE
___( )G AI( (PEDAL UP)

J SEAT SWITCH
IGNITION
SWITCH ........ , J (NOT OCCUPIED)

BLACK
,--', _ _
BLACK ......
ATr'MENT CLUTCH
...........
GROUNDING

A •
(OPTIONAL) lip SPARK •

r B_CK (_ IGNITION
UNIT __C) PLUG
GAP _-_
, FUEL_ I (2 PLUGS ON
TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 V(_-TS AC MIN @ 3600 RPM

I'__i_l
BLUE LINE_IJ 3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM (CHARGING SyF;r EM C4SCONNECTED)

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID RED I

(IF SO EQUIPPED) [ LIGHTIN_YSYSTEM

ORANGE
sA_PAce _ R_JTM
P_UT DIODE , ALTERNATOR I;

NOTE
YOUR TRACTOR tS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSIEM
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
BROWN
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. HEADLIGHTS

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS NON-REMOVABLE
SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

IGNITION SWITCH
REMOVABLE
POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"
CONNECTIONS
OFF M÷G+AI NONE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
RUN B+A1 NONE SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
START B + S + A1 NONE PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery
2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4
8 176689 Box Battery Fender
16 176138 Switch Interlock
21 175685 Harness Socket Light W/4152J
22 4152J Bulb Light #1156
24 4799J Cable Battery 6ga 11" red
25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga W/16 Wir red
26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP
27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
28 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12" black
29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray
30 175566 Switch Ign Delta Push-In
33 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta
40 179720 Harness Ign
41 71110408 Bolt BIk Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2
42 131563 Cover Terminal Red
43 178861 Solenoid
45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 AMP
52 141940 Protection Wire Loop
90 180449 Cover Terminal Battery

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASStS AND ENCLOSURES

212

3O

29

12
28

25 5 53
26 _/
26 31
5 55
7

208

54

26

10

35

208
26

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 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272352
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 174620 Chassis Lt Stamping
2 176554 Drawbar
3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash
6 174643X010 Saddle SLKSCRE FLT SDL
8 126471X Clip Insulator ,406 Mtg Hole
9 168348X010 Dash Slkscr PIm Mech Sym
10 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 1
11 174996 Panel Asm, Dash Lh
12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L
13 172105X010 Panel Dash Rh
15 74180512 Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4
16 73510500 Nu Keps 5/16-18 Uric
17 159639X558 Hood Pnt Steel Private Label
18 184921 Bumper Hood
24 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5
25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
26 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc
28 179101 Grill/Lens Asm
29 140273X599 Lens Grille
30 169465X558 Fender Pnt
31 136619 Bracket Fender Support
33 179716X558 Footrest Pnt. Lh
34 179717X558 Footrest Pnt. Rh
35 72110606 Bolt RdHd Sht. Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 3/4
37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/t6-18 x 1/2 Tyt
38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear
51 73800400 Nut Lock HexW/Ins. 1/4-20
52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
53 144697 Bracket Grille LH
54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8
55 144696 Bracket, Grille RH
57 74780412 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
205 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT
208 17670608 ScrewThdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2
209 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 BL
212 156229 Insert Lens Reflective
-- 5479J Plug Button BIk .359 Dia. Choke

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

116

18 113

51 5

32 3052 g_

77 37

26

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle (See Breakdown) 49 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring

Dana D4360-140 50 72110612 Bolt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
2 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 51 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
3 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20" tires 52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
4 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 53 105710X Link Clutch 7 66
5 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 55 105709X Spring Return Clutch 6 75
6 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
7 162240 Bracket Saddle Shift T/a 57 160855 V-Belt Gd Drive
8 131679 Rod Shf Sdl LY/YT Str BIk Zinc 59 169691 Keeper Belt Centerspan
10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875
11 105701X Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 62 8883R Cover Pedal BIk Round
12 19151216 Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16ga 63 175410 Pulley Eng
13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5
14 STD551125 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 65 STD551143 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/t6
15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x Gr. 5 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine
t8 STD523710 Boll Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 70 134683 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH
19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 74 109502X Spacer Axle
21 106933X Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc Thds BIk 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga
22 130804 Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840 76 STD581075 E-ring #5133-75
24 STD541237 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 77 123583X Key Square 2 0 x 1845/t865
25 106888X Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga
26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 79 2228M Key
27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 96 4497H Retainer Spring 1.00
28 175765 Rod Brake Parking LtJYt 112 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga
29 71673 Cap Brake Parking 113 127285X Strap Torque
30 174973 Bracket Mtg Transaxle 116 72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1
32 STD523107 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16
34 175578 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 150 175456 Spacer Retainer
35 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga
36 STD551062 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga 170 178394 Keeper Belt Transaxle
37 STD571810 Pin Roll 3/16 x 1" 202 72110614 Bolt RdHd 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5
38 179114 Pulley Idler Composite ExI Hub 212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock
39 7476O648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 3 250 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
41 175556 Keeper Belt Idler
47 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grn Drv Stl inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING

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J 68 67 67

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STEERING

KEY PART
NO, NO, DESCRIPTION
1 139768 Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk
2 175131 Axle Asm Front
3 16984O Spindle Asm Lh
4 169839 Spindle Asm Rh
5 6266H Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230
6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
8 12000029 RingKlip #T5304-75
9 3366R Bearing Col Strg BIk
10 175121 Draglink
11 10040600 Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 3/8
t2 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf
13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front
15 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock
17 180641 Shaft Asm Strg
26 126847X Bushing Link Drag BIk LR
28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
30 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/4 x 3/4
32 130465 RodTieWire Form 19.75 Mech
36 155099 Bushing Strg. 5/8 ID Dash
37 152927 Screw
38 139769 Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears USA
39 19183812 Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/80D 12 Ga.
40 7810H Nut Lock Center 3/8-24
41 100711L Adaptor Wheel Strg.
42 145054X428 Boot Steering Dash P/L MTL BIk
43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
44 180640 Extension Steering
46 121232X Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk
47 183226 Fitting Grease
51 73540400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-28
54 71130420 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 Unf x 1-1/4 Gr. 8
65 160367 Spacer Axle
67 72110618 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
68 169827 Brace Axle
71 175146 Steering Asm
82 169835 Bracket Susp Chasis Front
85 133835 Fastner Christmas Tree
88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc
91 175553 Clip Steering

NOTE: AIIcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.

inches I inch= 25.4mm

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ENGINE

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Spark Arrester
engine-bs.1c__17

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 170545 Control TWch 33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk

2 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 37 137040 Line Fuel 20"
3 Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs, 38 181654 Plug. Drain Oil Easy
Model No. 31C707-0230-E1 40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line
4 137352 Muffler Exh LT B&S 14HP IC 44 17670412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol
OHV 1/4-20 x 3/4
13 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 IdTin Plated 45 17000612 Screw Hex wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x/4
14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 ga
16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 72 183906 Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1
23 169837 Shield Browning/Debds Guard 78 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
31 184900 Tank Fuel Front 1 25
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
32 140527 Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 140116 Seat 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id
2 140551 Bracket Pvt St 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 15 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc
4 19131610 Washer Flat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga 16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt
5 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged 17 123976X Nut Lock 114Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc
6 STD541437 Locknut HexW/Wsh 3/8-16 21 171852 Bolt Shld 5/16-18 Unc-2A BIk D
7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex "W/Ins 5/16-18
8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga
9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gs 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62
10 182493 Pan Seat
11 166369 Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
12 121246X inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
Bracket Mounting Switch

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DECALS

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 156867 Decal Dash Inst Oper English 12 181249 Decal Clutch/brake English
2 184847 Decal HP Engine 13 146046 Decal V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor
3 171704 Decal Hood Logo 14 181685 Decal Panel Dash 6sp 42"
4 179128 Decal Deck 15 160396 Decal V-Belt Sch
6 133644 Decal Maint Cust Sears - - 179768X428 Pad Footrest LH
Domestic -- 179769X428 Pad Footrest RH
7 186019 Decal Repicmnt -- 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust
9 163204 Decal Fender Craftsman White -- 187772 Manual Owners English
10 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Pen Eng -- 187773 Manual Owners Spanish
Acme
11 156439 Decal Danger Fender Eng/span

WHEELS ANDTIRES
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 59192 Cap ValueTire
2 65139 Stem Value
4,10 3 106222X Tire FTs 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service
7 4 59904 Tube InnerFront#35060
5 106732)(624 Rim Asm6"frontWhiteService
6 278H FittingGrease
7 9040H BearingFlange
11
8 106108X624 Rim Asm 8"rearWhiteService
9 124635X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service
10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service
11 104757X428 Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 O0
-- 144334 Sealant,Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

wheeL1 inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 15 173288 LinkFront
2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric
3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 17 175689
4 12000002 Trunnion
E Ring #5133-62 18 73800800 Nut LockW/Wsh 112-13Unc
5 19211621 Washer Pltd 21/32 x 1 x 21ga 19 139868 Arm SuspensionRear
6 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 20 163552
7 125631X RetainerSpringZinc
Grip Handle Fluted BIk 31 169865 BearingPvt Lift
8 122365X Button Plunger Red 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24
11 139865 Link Lift LH
12 139866 Link Lift RH
13 STD624008 Retainer Spring NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U. S.
inches1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H.
2 STD533107 Bolt 45 STD624003 Retainer
3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8
Front 48 133944 Washer, Hardened
4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 52 139888 Boll, Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc
5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 53 184907 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 54 178515 Washer, Hardened
8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 55 155046 Arm, Idler
9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer
10 140296 Washer, Hardened 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler
(The following blades are available) 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval
11 134149 Blade, 42" Mulching (For mulching 68 144959 V-Belt
mowers only) 142 165890 Arm Spring Brake Mower
139775 Brade, 42" Mulching Premium 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42"
(For better wear when mulching) 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift (For bagging or 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat
discharging) 146 171977 Bolt Carriage Idler
13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel 147 131335 Spring Extension
14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 148 169022 Spring Return Idler
15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 150 19091216 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 151 169670 Bracket Clutch
19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 In
20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B
21 STD54143t Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 Uric 154 169675 Spring Retainer
23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 155 169671 Spring Retention Lever
24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 156 169672 Spacer
25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 157 169669 Rod Clutch
26 110452X Nut, Push 158 17720408 ScrewThd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 159 72140614 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4
28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 184 19131410 Washer 13/32x7/Sx10Ga.
29 131491 Rod, Hinge -- 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes
30 173984 Screw Hex Thd Roll Housing, Shaft and Shaft
31 129963 Washer, Spacer Hardware Only - Pulley Not
32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel Included)
33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged -- 169583 Replacement Mower, Complete
34 STD533717 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat
37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U. S.
40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc - inches1 inch= 25,4 mm

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DANATRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170981 Housing, Upper 40 120472X Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755

2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 41 105928X Sprocket, 9T
3 134400 Ball, Detent 42 170988 Gear, Bevel, 36T
4 105904X Spring, Detent 43 134394 * Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft
5 160940 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X 44 120473X Shaft, Drive
.482 45 142678 Gear, Spur, 12T
6 138235 Assy, Kit, Shifter 46 143697 Gear, Spur, 15T
7 108727X V-Ring 47 124641X Gear, Spur, 20T
8 148266 Rearing, Flange 48 106589X Gear, Spur, 25T
9 148269 Seal, Oil 49 120408X Gear, Spur, 28T
10 2225J Ring, Retaining 50 105937X Gear, Spur, 31T
11 134793 Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 51 2226J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X
12 148268 Bearing, Flange .060
13 120415X Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X 52 134401 Washer, Neoprene
.046 53 2264J Washer, Plain, .758 X 1.25 X
14 142674 Key, Woodruff, No. 9 .031
15 170983 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 54 160946 Axle, LH
16 170986 Pinion, Bevel, 12T 55 170990 Gear, Miter, 1 2"1-,Splined
17 105909X Ring, Retaining 56 160948 Ring, Retaining
18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 57 110071X Gear, Spur, 32T
19 160942 Cover, Detent 58 120952X Shaft, Cross
20 160943 Gear, Spur, 1 2T 59 170991 Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Idler
21 148267 Collar, Clutch 60 160950 Axle, RH
22 138236 Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys 61 170992 Housing, Lower
23 73810500 Nut, Lock, 5/16-24 62 7294J Disc, Brake
24 142676 Shaft, Intermediate 63 108989X Spacer, Brake Puck
25 2244J Key, Woodruff, No. 61 64 160952 Jaw, Brake
26 105916X Ring, Retaining 65 120954X Pin, Dowel
27 12047OX Sprocket, 1 8T 66 160953 Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 X
28 110070X Spacer, 1. 131 X 1.45 X .494 2.35
29 142677 Gear, Spur, 37T 67 138244 Lever, Actuating
30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35T 68 108996X Washer, Plain, .321 X 1.00 X
31 124644X Gear, Spur, 30T .055
32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 69 160954 Bracket, Anti-Rotation
33 120406X Gear, Spur, 22T 70 120951X Puck, Friction
34 134796 Gear, Spur, 19T 71 174256 Washer, Anti Rotation
35 105925X Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37 X 72 120416X Grease
.061
36 2228J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
.046 - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
37 170987 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X
.031 * Use in various combinations to maintain
38 174255 Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T & 30T proper clearances.
39 124639X Shaft, Idler
** Order Key No. 15.

*** Silicone Sealant 1o be applied between Upper

and Lower Housings (use Loctite Ultra Gray Sill
cone 5699 or equivalent).

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358 ENGINE GASKET SET

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See Relerence 309.

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 118 697492 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 121 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul
Side) 125 697190 Carburetor
3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 127 695005 Plug-Welch
4 697106 Sump-Engine 130 691750 Valve-Throttle
5 698147 Head-Cylinder 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft
7 692410 o+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 133 494381 Float-Carburetor
9 697109 • Gasket-Breather 137 281165 (3:1:Gasket-Float Bowl
10 697157 Screw (Breather Assembly) 141 495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual
11 697113 Tube-Breather Choke)
12 697110 ° Gasket-Crankcase 141A 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A
13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) Matic)
15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 142 697140 (D Nozzle-Carburetor
16 697127 Crankshaft 146 691639 Key-Timing
20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 186 692317 Connector-Hose
22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Coved 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required
Sump) Length)
23 693557 Flywheel 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)
24 222698 Key-Flywheel 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm
25 697159 Piston Assembly (Standard) 202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor
697160 Piston Assembly (.010" Over- 209 692208 Spring-Governor
size) 216 691840 Link-Choke
697162 Piston Assembly (.020" Over- 222 694042 Bracket-Control
size) 227 691374 Lever-Governor Control
697163 Piston Assembly (.030" Over- 231 691636 Screw (Choke Valve)
size) 232 691842 Spring-Governor
26 697164 Ring Set (Standard) 238 691843 Cap-Valve
697165 Ring Set (.010"Oversize) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel
697171 Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing
697172 Ring Set (.030" Oversize) 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)
27 697100 Lock-Piston Pin 276 692255 Gl:l: Washer-Sealing
28 697099 Pin-Piston 304 698402 Housing-Blower
29 697126 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 305 697102 Screw (Blower Housing)
32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 305A 697103 Screw (Blower Housing)
33 495856 Valve-Exhaust 306 697107 Shield-Cylinder
34 495857 Valve-Intake 307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)
35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 309 693551 Motor-Starter
36 691279 Spdng-Valve (Exhaust) 309A ........ Motor-Starter (For Replace-
37 697352 Guard-Flywheel ment Starter Motor, See
40 691752 Retainer-Valve Reference 309)
43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor)
45 690564 Tappet-Valve 311 497608 Brush Set
46 697687 Camshaft 311A 395538 Brush Set
48 697761 Short Block (31C707-0230-E2 333 492341 Armature-Magneto
Replacement Engine-art not 334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature)
available) 337 491055 Plug-Spark
50 690193 Manifold-Intake 358 697191 Gasket Set-Engine
51 692137°O:1:+ Gasket-Intake 363 19203 Flywheel Puller
53 690227 Stud (Carburetor)
54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100
73 697384 Screen-Rotating High Speed: 3000-3200
74 697987 Screw (Rotating Screen)
75 690582 Washer (Flywheel) -- Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key, No. 358
78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard) fD Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key,
93 690602 _ Bushing-Throttle Shaft No. 121
94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture _: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.
95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 977
98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095
104 690525 (D Pin-Float Hinge
105 231855 _ Valve-Float Needle NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
106 690577 Q Seat-Inlet inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)
108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic)
117 694352 O Jet-Main (Standard)

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 868 690968 • + Seal-Valve
431 697122 Elbow-Intake 876 495877 Kit-Pinion Spring
445 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 877 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator
462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 896 691641 Pin-Drive Retainer
474 696459 Alternator 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)
503 691532 Strap-Starter 947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel
505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 950 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)
510 693699 Drive-Starter 967 697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner
510A 497606 Drive-Starter 968 698403 Cover-AirCleaner
513 692024 Clutch-Drive 975 495933 Bowl-Float
523 697086 Dipstick 977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor
524 691032 • SeaI-DipstickTube 987 691326 Q Seal-Throttle Shaft
525 697184 Tube-Dipstick 1005 697853 Fan-Flywheel
544 692034 Starter-Armature 1019 697143 Kit-Label
544A 390837 Starter-Armature 1022 272475 ° + Gasket-Rocker Cover
552 697144 Bushing-GovernorCrank 1023 692492 Cover-RockerArm
562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1026 692003 Rod-Push(Intake)
579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) .... 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)
584 697112 Cover-Breather Passage 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker
601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod
614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1036 695700 Label-Emission
6t6 692012 Crank-Governor 1040 698368 Plate-Trim
617 692138 O • SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 1044 691658 Screw(Flywheel)
634 690801 laSpring/SealAssembly(Manual 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining
Choke) 1058 275038 Owner's Manual
634A 690802 Q Spring/Seal Assembly (Choke 1070 690372 Screw (Flywheel Fan)
A Matic) 1083 691626 Nut (StarterTerminal)
635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1083A690958 Nut (Starter Terminal)
643 698401 Retainer-Air Filter 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush
654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1091 691333 Cap-Limiter
691 692407 • Seal-Governor Shaft t095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve
697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)
718 690959 Pin-Locating 1263 697124 Reed-Breather
729 691224 Clip-Wire 1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed)
741 697128 Gear-Timing 1265 697125 Support-Blower Housing
757 697607 Link-Counterweight 1266 691917 °CI SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)
758 697134 Counterweight 1266A697123 O SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)
759 697392 Pin-Counterweight 1267 697575 Latch-Blower Housing
783 693713 Gear-Pinion 1270 697156 Plug-AVS Counterweight
783A 693059 • Gear-Pinion 1279 690960 Screw (Blower Housing Sup-
789 698329 Harness-Wiring port)
797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)
801 691283 Cap-Drive RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100
801A 394856 Cap-Drive High Speed: 3000-3200
802 691286 Cap-End
802A 395537 Cap-End ° Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358
803 693757 Housing-Starter Q Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.
803A 398159 Housing-Starter No. 121
830 691095 ° Stud (Rocker Arm) :1: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.
842 691031 SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube) 977
847 697611 Dipstick/Tube Assembly + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S,

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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