Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN + 20.0 HP ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER AUTOMATIC GARDEN TRACTOR Model No. 917.273022 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating t,_isequip- ment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMAN+20.0 HPELECTRIC START46" MOWERAUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTORModel No.917.273022
• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:Read and follow allSafety Rules and Instructionsbefore operating t,_isequip-ment.
For answers to your questionsabout this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917Sears Craftsman Help Line5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Maintenance ......................................... 19Service and Adjustments ...................... 23Storage ................................................. 31Troubleshooting .................................... 32Repair Parts ......................................... 36Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material orworkmanship.This Warranty does not cover:• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-
dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained inthe owner's manual.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warrantyservice on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days fromthe date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from thedate of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). Thiswarranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives youspecific legal rights, and you may also have other dghts which may vary from state tostate.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-tions in the manual and on the machinebefore starting.
• Only allow responSIbleadults, who arefamiliar with the instructions,to operatethe machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,toys, wire, etc., which could be pickedup and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.
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• Never carry passengers.• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-
ly necessary. Always look down andbehind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direc-tion and do not point it at anyone. Donot operate the mower without eitherthe entire grass catcher or the guard inplace.
• Slow down before turning.• Never leave a running machine unat-
tended. Always turn off blades, set park-ing brake, stop engine, and removekeys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.• Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.• Use extra care when loading or unload-
ing the machine into a trailer or truck.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, whichcan result in severe injury or death. Allslopes require extra caution. If you cannotback up the slope or if you feel uneasy onit, do not mow it.DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as recks, tree
limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tallgrass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear sothat you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-dations for wheel weights or counter-weights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers orother attachments. These can changethe stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual. Do not make suddenchanges in speed or direction.
• Avoidstarting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction, disengage the bladesand proceed slowly straight down theslope.
DO NOT:• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and graduallydownhill, if possible.'
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, orembankments. The mower could sud-denly turn over if a wheel is over theedge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edgecaves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reducedtraction could cause sliding.
• Do nottry to stabilize the machine byputtingyour foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steepslopes.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowing activity. Neverassume that childrenwiU remain whereyou last saw them.• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of anotherresponsible adult.
• Be alert end tum machine off if childrenenter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behindand down for small children.
• Never carry children.They may fall offand be sedously injured or interfere withsafe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate themachine.
• Use extra care when approaching blindcorners, shrubs, trees, or other objectsthat may obscure vision.
SERVICE• Use extia care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable andvapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.Never remove gas cap or add fuelwith the engine running. Allow en-gine to cool before refueling. Do notsmoke.Never refuel the machine indoors.Never store the machine or fuelcontainer inside where there is anopen flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closedarea.
• Keep nuts and bolts especially bladeattachment bolts, tight and keep equip-ment in good condition. .
.Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debris build-up. Clean oilor fuelspillage. Allow machine to coot beforestoring.Stop and inspect the equipment k youstnke an object. Repair, if necessary,before restarting.
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• Never make adjustments or repairs withthe engine running.
• Grass catcher components are subjectto wear, damage, and deterioration,which could expose moving parts orallow objects to be thrown. Frequentlycheck components and replace withmanufacturer's recommended parts,when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, anduse extra caution when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently.Adjust and service as required.
• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-ly necessary. Always look down andbehind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall offand be seriously injured or interfere withsafe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing areaand under the watchful care of anotherresponsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if childrenenter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behindand down for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), notacross.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain could overturn the machine. Tallgrass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear sothat you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction, disengage the bladesand proceed slowly straight down theslope.
• Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary,and then, turn slowly and graduallydownhill, if possible.
_, Look for this symbol to point out impor-tant safety precautions. It means CAU-TIONl!! BECOME AWARE!I! YOUR SAFE-TY IS INVOLVED.
_,CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-tal starting when setting up, transporting,adjusting or making repairs always discon-nect spark plug wire and place wire whereit cannot contact spark plug.
•,WARNING: The engine exhaust fromthis product contains chemicals known tothe State of Califomia to cause cancer,birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof a Craftsman Tractor. It has beendesigned, engineered and manufacturedto give you the best possible dependabilityand performance.Should you experience any problem youcannot easily remedy, please contact yournearest Sears Authorized Service Center.We have competent, well-trained techni-
'clans and the proper tools to service orrepair this tractor.Please read and retain this manual. Theinstructionswill enable you to assembleand maintain your tractor properly. Alwaysobserve the "SAFETY RULES".
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-able on this product. Contact your nearestSears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-
ing, caring for and using your tractor.• Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of thisowner's manual.
_WARNING: This tractor is equippedwith an internal combustion engine andshould not be used on or near any unim-proved forest-covered, brush-covered orgrass-covered land unless the engine'sexhaust system is equipped with a sparkarrester meeting applicable local or statelaws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, itshould be maintained in effective workingorder by the operator.In the state of California the above isrequired by law (Section 4442 of theCalifornia Public Resources Code). Otherstates may have similar laws. Federallaws apply on federal lands. A sparkarrester for the muffler is available throughyour nearest Sears Authorized ServiceCenter (See REPAIR PARTS section ofthis manual).
A socket wrench set will make assemblyeasier. Standard wrench sizes you needare listed below.(I) 9/16" wrench (I) 3/4" Socket w/(I) I12" wrench drive ratchet(1)Pliers (1) Phillips Screw-(I) Utilityknife driver(I) Tire pressure gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, if means, from your point ofview, when you are in the operating posi-tion (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROMCARTON
UNPACK CARTON• Remove all accessible loose pads and
parts boxes from shipping carton (Seepage 6).
• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines onall four comers of shipping carton, andlay panels flat.
: Remove mower and package materials.Check for any additional loose pads orboxes and remove.
BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFFSKIDATTACH STEERING WHEEL
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and largeflat washer from steedng shaft.
• Position front wheels of the tractor sothey are pointing straight forward.
• Slide the steedng sleeve over the steer-ir_. sl'_aft.
Ahgn tabs and press steedng sleeveextension into bottom of steering wheel.Position steedng wheel so cross barsare horizontal (left to right) and slideonto steedng wheel adapter.
• Secure steedng wheel to steedng shaftwith hex bolt, lock washer and large fiatwasher previously removed. Tightensecurely.
• Snap steedng wheel insert into centerof steedng wheel.
• Remove protective materials from trac-tor hood and grill.
Wheel Insert
_.._ Hex Bolt
_.s..--Lock Washer
Large RatWasher
Steering
SteeringWheel Adapter
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove anystaples in skid that may puncture tireswhere tractor is to roll offskid.TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location andfunction of controls)• Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-
ment lift lever to its highest position.• Release parking brake by depressing
clutcWbrake pedal.• Place freewheel control in freewheeling
positionto disengage transmission (See"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operationsection of this manual).
• Roll tractor forward off skid.
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CHECK BATTERY• Lift hood to raised position.• If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label (labellocated between terminals) charge bet-tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10amps. (See "BAI-I'ERY' in Maintenancesection of this manual for charginginstructions).
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INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.
• • Remove cardboard packing on seatpan.
• Place seat on seat pan and assembleshoulder bolt. _ghten shoulder bellSecurely.
• Assemble adjustment knob end flatwasher loosely. Do not tighten.
• Lower seat into operating pos'dionendsit on seat.
• Slide seat until a com|ortable position isreached which allows you to pressclutch/brake pedal all the way down.
• Get off seat without moving its adjustedposition.
• Raise seat end tighten adjustment I_obsecurely.
Seat
Seat Pan
ShoulderBolt
CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflatedat the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting performance.• Reduce tire prassura to PSI shown in
=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on
page 5 of this manual.CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac-tor, check to see that the brake is properlyadjusted. See =TOADJUST BRAKE" inthe Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual.
INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELTBe sure tractor is on level surface andmower suspension arms are raised withattachment liftcontrol. Engage parkingbrake.• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway
bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar toleft side of mower deck.
• Slide mower under tractor with dis-charge guard to right side of tractor.
A_justment _nob
Flat Washer
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IMPORTANT: Chock belt for proper rout-ing in all mower pulley grooves. Installbelt into electric clutch pulley groove.• Install one front link in top hole of the
right hand front mower bracket and righthand front suspension bracket. ,Retainwith two single loop retainer spnngs asshown.
• Install second front link In left handfront suspension bracket only andretain with single loop retainer spring asshown.
• Turn height adjustment knob counter-clockwise until it stops.
• Lower mower linkage with attachmentlift control.
• Place the left hand suspension arm oninward pointing dock pin. If necessary,rock and raise front otmower to aligndock pin with the hole in suspensionarm. Retain with double loop retainerspring with loops down as shown.
• Slide left side of mower back and installthe unattached front link in top hole ofthe left hand front mower bracket.Retain with single loop retainer springas shown.
• Place the dght hand suspension arm oninward pointing deck pin. If necessary,rock and raise front otmower to aligndeck pin with the hole in suspensionarm. Retain with double loop retainerspring with loops down as shown.
ShoulderBolt
Double LoopRetainer Spring
Chassis (Inward pointingdeck pins)Bracket
• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack-et under left footrest and retain withdouble loop retainer spring.
• Raise mower to highest position.Assemble gauge wheels (See "TOADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in theOperation section of this manual).
CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower should bepropedy leveled. See "TO LEVELMOWER HOUSING in the Service andAdjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OFALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac-ing motion, mower drive, and mower bladedrive belts in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual. Verify that thebelts are routed correctly.INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plateusing screw, washer, lock washer, andweld nut as shown.
SuspensionArms Suspension
Front Mower
GaugeWheel
3/8 Washer 3/8-16CenterLocknut
Use Pliers forRetainer Springs
Double LoopRetainer Sp_ng
Anti-SwayBar
IdlerPulley
Retainer Springs
Discharge Guard
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NOTE:Pre-assembleweldnut to latchhookbyinsertingweld nut fromthetopwithhookpointingdown.Tightenhard-waresecurely.
• Raise and hold deflector shield inup-right position.
• Place front of mulcher plate over front ofmower deck opening and slide intoplace, as shown.
• Hook front latch into hole on front ofmower deck.
• Hook rear latch into hole on back of
ower deck. .CAUTION: Do not remove discharge
guard from mower. Raise and hold guardwhen attaching mulcher plate and allow itto rest on plate while in operation.
TO CONVERT TO BAGGING ORDISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store ina safe place. Your mower is now ready fordischarging or installation of optionalgrass catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary to changeblades. The mulcher blades are designedfor discharging and bagging also.
Weld Nutfrom th Hook Points
LockWasher
LatchWeldNut
Latch
LockWasher
r
DeflectorShield
v"CHECKLIST
Please review the followingchecklist:,/ All assembly instructionshave been
completed.,/No remaining loose parts in carton.,/Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum I hour at 6 amps).,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.•/ All tires are propedy inflated. (For ship-
ping purposes, the tires were ovednflat-ed at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveledside-to-side/front-to-rear for best cuttingresults. (Tires must be prepedy inflatedfor leveling).
/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are muted properly around pulleysand inside all holt keepers.
•/ Check wiring. See that all connectionsare stillsecure and wires are properlyclamped.
/ Before ddving tractor, be sure freewheelcontrol is in drive position.
While leaming how to use your tractor,pay extra attention to the following impor-tant items:•/ Engine oil is at proper level.4' Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-
lar unleaded gasoline.4' Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate thembefore you start the engine.
4' Be sure brake system is in safe operat-ing condition.
,/It is important to purge the transmissionbefore operating your tractor for the firsttime. Follow proper starling and trans-missionpurging instructions(See "TOSTART ENGINE" and =PURGE TRANS-MISSION" in the Operation section ofthis manual).
LatchHooks
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Thesesymbolsmayappearon your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.
BATTERY CAUT]ON OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOWWARNING
ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP '_LIGHT !
R N H LATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE
CLUTCH ENGAGED
ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS
IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAYFREEWHEEL
(AutomaticModelsonly)
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTORCompare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
IgnitionSwitch
Light SwitchPosition
Ammeter
AttachmentClutch Switch
Throttle Control
Clutch/Brake
Lift LeverPlunger
LiftLever
ChokeControl
- Parking Brake
HeightAdjustmentKnob
Free Wheel
MotionControlLever
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the AmericanNational Standards Institute.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used
to engage the mower blades, or other at-tachments mounted to your tractor.LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights onand off.THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to controlengine speed.CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for
declutching and braking the tractor andstarting the engine.CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting acold engine.HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to
adjust the mower cutting height.IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting andstopping the engine.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used toraise and lower the mower deck or otherattachments mounted to your tractor.LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to releaseattachment lift lever when changing itsposition.AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)or discharging (-).PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brakeinto the brake position.MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects thespeed and direction of the tractor.FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagestransmission for pushing or slowly towingthe tractor with the engine off.
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glassesor eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments orrepairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan-dard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
Your tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence Sensing switch. When engine isrunning, any attempt by the operator toleave the seat without first setting theparking brake will shut off the engine.
TO SET PARKING BRAKE
• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full=BRAKE" position and hold.
• Place parking brake lever in =EN-GAGED" position and release pressurefrom clutch/brake pedal. Pedal shouldremain in =BRAKE" position. Make sureparking brake will hold tractor secure.
Throttle Push-In to Attachment Clutch
Control "Disengaged" Switch Pull Out To_'-__ Engage'\
Clutch/_ake .n;_=_=n=_,"Parking BrakePedal=Drive . pC_'_ -_'" =Engaged"Position Position
STOPPINGMOWER BLADES -
• To stop mower blades, move attach-ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"position.
GROUND DRIVE -
• To stop ground drive, depressclutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"position.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control leverdoes not return to neutral (N) positionwhen the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.ENGINE -
• Move throttle control to slow :ppsition.NOTE: Failure to move throttle control toslow position and allowing engine to idlebefore stopping may cause engine to"backfire'.
Turn ignition key to =OFF" position andremove key. Always remove key whenleaving tractor to prevent unauthorizedUse.
• Never use choke to stop engine.IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switchin any position other than "OFF" will causethe battery to be dishcarged (dead).NOTE: Under certain conditions whentractor is standing idle with the engine run-ning, hot engine exhaust gases maycause "browning" of grass. To eliminatethis possibility, always stop engine whenstopping tractor on grass areas.
_, CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-pletely, as described above, before leavingthe operator's position; to empty grasscatcher, etc.THROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.• Operating engine at less than full throt-
tle reduces the battery charging rate.• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.CHOKE CONTROL
Use choke control whenever you are start-ing a cold engine. Do not use to start awarm engine.• To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement iscontrolled by the motion control lever.• Start tractor with motion control lever in
neutral (N) position.• Release parking brake and clutch/brake
pedal.• Slowly move motion control lever to
desired position.TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The cutting height is controlled by tum-ing the height adjustment knob indesired direction.• Turn knob clockwise (G) to raise cutting
height. .•Tum KnOD counterclockwise (_)to
lower cutting height.The cutting height range is approximately1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea-sured from the ground to the blade tip withthe engine not running. These heights are
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approximate and may vary dependingupon soil conditions, height of grass andtypes of grass being mowed.• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng thecool season and to over 3 inches duringhot months. For healthier and betterlooking lawns, mow often and aftermoderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grassover 6 inches in height should bemowed twice. Make the first cut rela-tively high; the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELSGauge wheels are propedy adjustedwhen they are slightly off the ground whenmower is at the desired cutting height inoperating position. Gauge wheels thenkeep the deck in proper position to helpprevent scalping in most terrain condi-tions.• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a
flat level surface.• Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTINGHEIGHT" inthe Operation section ofthis manual).
• With mower in desired height of cut po-sition, gauge wheels should be assem-bled so they are slightly off the ground.Install gauge wheel in appropriate holewith shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.
° Repeat for opposite side installinggauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
GaugeMounffng_Bracket
_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mowerwithout either the entire grass catcher, onmowers so equipped, or the dischargeguard in place.TO OPERATE ON HILLS_,CAUTION: Do not ddve up or downhills with slopes greater than 15° and donot drive across any slope. Use the slopeguide provided at the back of this manual.• Choose the slowest speed before start-
ing up or down hills. .• Avoid atopp|ng or changing speed on
hills.• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
i f stopping is absolutely necessary, pushclutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-tion and engage parking brake.Move motion control lever to neutral (N)position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control leverdoes not return to neutral (N) positionwhen the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.• Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.• Make all tums slowly.
Attachment ClutchSwitch Pull Out To
"Engage" _
Push In To _ "_"
"Disengage" "-_) )_
Attachment Lift LeverHigh Position
/ Low.#"Positlon
,:.'_.:"Discharge;\ Guard
3/8-16LoCi.nut Shoulder Bolt
-3/8 Washer Gauge Wheel
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. Any attempt bythe operator to leave the seat with theengine running and the attachment clutchengaged will shut off the engine.• Select desired height of cut.• Lower mower with attachment lift con-
trol.• Start mower blades by engaging attach-
ment clutch control.• TOSTOP MOWER BLADES - disen-
gage attachment clutch control
TO TRANSPORT
When pushing or towing your tractor, besure to disengage transmission by placingfreewheel control in freewheeling posi-tion. Freewheel control is located at therear drawbar of tractor.• Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.• Remove retainer spring from freewheel
control rod.• Push control rod in to disengage trans-
mission and reinsert retainer sp.dng intocontrol rod hole now on back side of thebracket.
• 0o not push or tow tractor at more thantwo (2) MPR.
• To reengage transmission, reverseabove procedure.
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NOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transporting your tractor on a truckor a trailer, be sure hoed is closed andsecured to tractor. Use an appropriatemeans of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,etc.).TOWING CARTS AND OTHERATTACHMENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recom-mended by and comply with specificationsof the manufacturer of your tractor. Usecommon sense when towing. Too heavy ofa load, while on a slope, is dangerous.Tires can lose traction with the ground andcause you to lose control of your tractor.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL• The engine in your tractor has been
shipped, from the factory, already filledwith summer weight oil.
• Check engine oilwith tractor on levelground.
• Unthread and remove oil filloap/dip-stick;wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstickinto the tube and rest oil fill cap on thetube. Do not thread the cap onto thetube. Remove and read oil level. If nec-essary, add oil until =FULL"mark ondipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
• For cold weather operation you shouldchange oil for easier starting (See "OILVISCOSITY CHART" in the CustomerResponsibilitiessection of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the CustomerResponsibilitiessection in this manual.
ADD GASOLINE
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87octane. (Use o,f leaded gasoline willincrease carbon and lead oxidedeposits and reduce valve life). Do notmix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in_u_antities that can be used within 30
ays tb assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, cleanwinter grade gasoline to help insure good,_d weather starting.
WARNING: Experience indicates thatalcohol blended fuels (called gasohol orusing ethanol or methanol) can attractmoisture which leads to separation andformation of acids during storage. Acidicgas can damage the fuel system of anengine while in storage. To avoid engineproblems, the fuel system should be emp-tied before storage of 30 days or longer.Drain the gas tank, start the engine and letit run untilthe fuel lines and carburetor areempty. Use fresh fuel next season. SeeStorage Instructionsfor additionalinformation. Never use engine orcarburetor cleaner products inthe fuel_k or permanent damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tankfiller neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off anyspilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or usegasoline near an open flame.TO START ENGINE
When starting the engine for the first timeor if the engine has run out of fuel, it willtake extra cranking time to move fuel fromthe tank to the engine.• Be sure freewheel control is in the
transmission engaged position.• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and setparking brake.
• Place motion control lever in neutral (N)position.
• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-GAGED" position.
• Move throttle control to fast position• Pull choke control out for a cold engine
start attempL For a warm engine startattempt the choke control may not beneeded.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm andcold starting procedures below.
• Insert key into ignition and tum keyclockwise to "START" position andrelease key as soon as engine starts.Do not run starter continuously for morethan fifteen seconds per minute. If theengine does not start after severalattempts, push choke control in, wait afew minutes and try again. If engine stilldoes not start, pull the choke control outand retry.
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WARMWEATHERSTARTING(50° FAND ABOVE)
• When engine starts, slowly push chokecontrol in (Jntil the engine begins to runsmoothly. If the engine starts to runroughly, pull the choke control out slight-ly for a few seconds and then continueto push the control in slowly.
• The attachments and ground drive cannow be used. If the engine does notaccept the load, restart the engine andallow it to warm up for one minute usingthe choke as described above.
COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F ANDBELOW)
• When engine starts, slowly push chokecontrol in until the engine begins to runsmoothly. Continue to push the chokecontrol in small steps allowing theengine to accept small changes inspeed and load, until the choke controlis fully in. If the engine starts to runroughly, pull the choke control out slight-ly for a few seconds and then continueto push the control in slowly. This mayrequire an engine warm-up period fromseveral seconds to several minutes,depending on the temperature.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM-UP
• Before driving the unit in cold weather,the transmission should be warmed upas follows:
• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.• Place the motion control lever in neu-
tral. Release the parking brake andlet the clutch/brake slowly retum tooperating position.
• Allow one minute for transmission to
warm up. This can be done during theengine warm up period.
• The_t(achments can be used duringthe engine warm-up period after thetransmission has been warmed up andmay require the choke control be pulledout slightly.
NOTE: A high altitude (above 3000 feet)or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) thecarburetor fuel mixture may need to beadjusted for best engine performance.See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.
PURGE TRANSMISSION
ACAUTION: Never engage or disen-gage freewheel lever while the engine isrunning.To ensure proper operation andperfor-mance, it is recommended that the trans-mission be purged before operating tractorfor the first time. This procedure willremove any trapped air inside the trans-mission which may have developed duringshipping of your tractor.IMPORTANT: Should your transmissionrequire removeal for service or replace-ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-tion before operating the tractor.• Place tractor safely on level surface with
engine off and parking brake set.• Disengage transmission b_/placing free-
wheel control in freewheel,ng position(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this sectionof manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.After the engine is running, move throt-tle control to slow position. With motioncontrol lever in neutral (N) position,slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.
• Move motion control lever to full forward_osition and hold for five (5) seconds.
ove lever to full reverseposition andhold for five (5) seconds. Repeat th,sprocedure three (3) times.
NOTE: Dudng this procedure there will beno movement of dnve wheels. The air isbeing removed from hydraulic drive sys-tem.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)position. Shut off engine and set perkingbrake.
• Engage transmission by placing free-whee/control in ddving position (See"TO TRANSPORT" in this section ofmanual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.After the engine is running, move throt-tle control to half (1/2) speed. Withmotion control lever in neutral (N)posi-tion, slowly disengage clutch/brakepedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever for-ward; after the tractor moves approxi-mately five (5) feet, slowly move motioncontrol lever to reverse position. Afterthe tractor moves approximately five (5)feet retum the motion control lever tothe neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-cedure with the motion control leverthree (3) times.
• Your tractor is now purged and nowready for normal operation.
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MOWING TIPS• Tirechainscannotbe usedwhenthe
mowerhousingis attachedto tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.
• The left hand side of mower should be
used for trimming.• Ddve so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have
the cut area to the dght of the tractor.This will result in a more even distribu-
tion of clippings and more uniform cut-ting.
• When mowing large areas, start by turn-ing to the right so that clippings will dis-charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mowin the opposite direction making lefthand turns until finished.
• If grass is extremely tall, it should bemowed twice to reduce load and possi-ble fire hazard from dried clippings.Make first cut relatively high; the secondto the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wetgrass will plug mower and leave unde-sirable clumps. Allow grass to drybefore mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttlewhen mowing to assure better mowingperformance and proper discharge ofmaterial. Regulate ground speed by se-lecting a low enough gear to give themower the best cutting performance aswell as the quality of cut desired.
• When operating attachments, select aground speed that will suit the terrainand gLve best performance of the at-tachment being used.
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MULCHING MOWING TIPSIMPORTANT: For best performance, keepmower housing free of built-up grass andtrash. Clean after each use.• The special mulching blade will recur
the grass clippings many times andreduce them in size so that as they fallonto the lawn they will disperse into thegrass and not be noticed. Also, themulched grass will biedegrade quicklyto provide nutrients for the lawn. Alwaysmulch with your highest engine (blade)speed as this will provide the best recut-ting action of the blades.
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.Wet grass tends to form clumps andinterferes with the mulching action. Thebest time to mow your lawn is the earlyaftemoon. At this time the grass hasdried and the newly cut area will not beexposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the mower cut-ting height so that the mower cuts offonly the top one-third of the grassblades. For extremely heavy mulching,reduce your width of cut on each passand mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass condi-tions may require that an area bemulched a second time to completelyhide the clippings. When doing a sec-ond cut, mow across or perpendicular tothe first cut path.
• Change your cutting pattem from weekto week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the nextweek. This will help prevent matting andgraining of the lawn.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ S_tCE/'DRLL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLETE _ At , _ _J_ _ €.j
REGULAR SERVICE ATES
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T i v,_tockSy=em :V'R CheckforLoo_ Fastermrs IV_ YP, t/
0 Check _e_ Level _R Cneane_e_yandTern_ I_ I_
Check T_ Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension t_' s
Adjust Motion Drive Bett(s) Tension I_,
E aean Air F'_er II_'=
N aean Nr Screen V*=
G Ir_ct a._r/sp=_ _tor i V'Re;daceOil Rlter(ffequipped) I_.=
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSThe warranty on this tractor does not coveritems that have been subjected to operatorabuse or negligence. To receive full valuefrom the warranty, operator must maintaintractor as instructed in this manual. Someadjustments will need to be made periodi-cally to properly maintain your tractor.All adjustments in the Service andAdjustments section of this manual shouldbe checked at least once each season.• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter, andcheck blades and belts for wear. A newspark plug and clean air filter assureproper air-fuel mixture and help yourengine run better and last longer.
OSpray Silicone lubriant(Move Bootsto Lubricate)eGeneral Purpose GreaseeRefer to Customer Responsibilities=ENGINE"Section
i Check tire pressure. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot pointsCheck operator presence and interlock which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubri-cants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten thesystems for proper operation, life of the self-lubdcsting bearings. If you feel theyCh_eckfor loose fasteners, must be lubricated, use only=a dry, powdered
graphite type lubricantsparing|y:
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TRACTORAlwaysobsewesafety ruleswhen per-forminganymaintenance.BRAKEOPERATIONIf tractorrequirosmorethansix (6) feetstoppingdistanceat highspeedinhighestgear,thenbrakemust be adjusted. (See"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service andAdjustments section of this manual).
TIRES• Maintain proper air pressure in all tiros
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"on page 5 of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemicals which can harm rub-ber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharpobjects and other hazards that maycause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and preventflat tires dueto slow leaks, tire sealantmay be purchesed from your local padsdealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dryrot and corrosion.
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
Be sure operator presence and interlocksystems are working properly. If your trac-tor does not function as descdbed below,repair the problem immediately.• The engine should not start unless the• clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachment clutch control is in the
disengaged position.• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave theseat without first setting the parkingbrake should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and theattachment clutch is engaged, anyattempt by the operator to leave theseat should shut off the engine.
• The affachment clutch should never
operate unless the operator is in theseat.
BLADE CAREFor best results mower blades must bekept sharp. Replace bent or damagedblades.
BLADE REMOVAL• Raise mower to highest position to allow
access to blades.• Remove hex bqit, lock washer and flat
washer secudng blade.• Install new or resharpened blade with
trailing edge up towards deck as shown.
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,center hole in blade must align with staron mandrel assembly.• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer in exact order as shown.• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heattreated.
Trailing Edge Up Mandrel
Flat "_ CenterHole _F_ emblyWasher_/
8)* _ L_ckWasher_-_.._
*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can beidentifiedby six lines on the bolt head.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpeningblade, but if you do, be sure the blade isbalanced.
Care should be taken to keep the bladebalanced. An unbalanced blade will cause
excessive vibration and eventual damageto mower and engine.• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while it is on the mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need a5/8" diameter steel belt, pin, or a conebalancer. (When using a cone balancer,follow the instructions supplied with bal-ancer).
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancingblade. The lobes of the center hole mayappear to be centered, but are not.• Slide blade onto an unthroaded portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the boltor pin parallel with the ground. If bladeis balanced, it should remain in a hod-zontal position. If either end of the blademoves downward, sharpen the heavyend until the blade is balanced.
Center Hole
5/8"
Blade
BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use.However, periodic charging of the batterywith an automotive charger will extend itslife.
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_Keep battery and terminals clean.Keep battery bolts tight.Keep small vent holes open.Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-minals can cause the battery to "leak"power.• Remove terminal guard.• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and removebattery from tractor.
• Rinse the battery with plain water anddry.
• Clean terminals and battery cable endswith wire brush until bright.
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleumjelly.
• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACINGBATTERY" in the SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS section of this manu-
al).V-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace ifnecessary. The belts are not adjustable.Replace belts if they begin to slip fromwear.TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmission fan and cooling finsshould be kept clean to assure propercooling.Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-sion while engine is running or while thetransmission is hot.
• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fanblades are intact and clean.
• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To preventdamage to seals, do not use com-pressed air or high pressure sprayer toclean-cooling fins.
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factoryand fluid maintenance is not required forthe life of the transaxle. Should thetransaxle ever leak or require servicing,contact your nearest authorized servicecenter/department.ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil ratedwith API service classification SF, SG, orSH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity gradeaccording to your expected operating tem-perature.
L TIEMP_qA'ru_ _ _r_A'ilED EFO_E i,l_cr o_ _4NGE
Change the oil after every 50 hours ofoperation or at least once a year if thetractor is not used for 50 hours in one
year.Check the crankcase oil level before start-
ing the engine and after each eight (8)hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oillevel.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expectedbefore oil change. All oil must meet APIservice classification SF, SG, or SH.• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.• Catch oil in a suitable container.• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
not to allow dirt to enter the enginewhen changing oil.
• Remove drain plug.• After oil has drained completely, replace
oil drain plug and tighten securely.• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip
stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.For approximate capacity see "PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 ofthis manual.
• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick forchecking level. Insert dipstick into thetube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.Do not thread the cap onto the tubewhen taking reading. Keep oil at"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten caponto the tube securely when finished.
AirScreen
Oil Drain
Oil FillCap/Dipstick
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage from over-heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-pressed air to remove dirt and stubborndried gum fibers.
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CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREASTo insure proper cooling, make sure thegrass screen, cooling fins, and otherextemal surfaces of the engine are keptclean at all times.Every 100 hours of operation (more oftenunder extremely dusty, dirty conditions),remove the blower housing and othercooling shrouds. Clean the cooling finsand external surfaces as necessary. Makesure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.NOTE: Operating the engine with ablocked grass screen, dirty or pluggedcooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-moved will cause engine damage due tooverheating.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using adirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleanerafter every 25 hours of operation or everyseason. Service paper cartridge every100 hours of operation or every season,whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dustyconditions.• Loosen knob and remove cover.TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.• Wash it in liquiddetergent and water.• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it
to dry.• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze toremove excess oil.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car-
tridge.
CartridgeFoamPre-cleaner
CartridgePlate
RubberSe_
Knob
NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridgeor use pressurized air, as this will damagethe cartridge.• Remove nut and cartridge plate.• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and
oiled) over the paper cartridge.• Check rubber seal for damage and
proper position around stud. Replace ifnecessary.
• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate,and nut.
• Reinstall air cleaner cover and secureby tightening knob.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every seasonor with every second oil change if the trac-tor is used more than 100 hours in oneyear.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-ate a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning ofeach mowing season or after every 100hours of operation, whichever occurs first.Spark plug type and gap setting areshown in=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"on page 5 of this manual.IN-LINE FUEL FILTERThe fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-tor, replacement is required.• With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carbu-retor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks andclamps are propedy positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-line.
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CLEANING• Clean en_]ine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect painted surfaces with automo-
tive type wax.
Wosedo not recommend using a gardene to clean your tractor unless the elec-
trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-tor are covered to keep water out. Waterin engine can result in a shortened enginelife.
,_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.• Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.
Turn ignition key =OFF" and remove key.i ake sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot comein contact with plug.
TRACTOR
TO REMOVE MOWER• Place attachment clutch in =DISEN-
GAGED" position.• Tum height adjustment knob to lowest
setting.• Lower mower to its lowest position.• Remove retainer spdng holding anti-
swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-gage anti-swaybar from bracket.
• Hemove retainer springs from suspen-sion arms at deck and disengage armsfrom deck.
• Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-tion.
Chassis
Suspension UftAdjustment LinksNuts
• Remove two retainer springs from eachfront link and remove links.
• Slide mower forward and remove beltfrom electric clutch pulley.
• Slide mower out from under right side oftractor.
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other thanthe mower deck is to be mounted on thetractor, remove the front links.
TO INSTALL MOWER
Follow procedure described in "INSTALLMOWER AND DRIVE BELl" in theAssembly section of this manual.
Front MowerBracket
FrontSuspensionBracket
RetainerSprings
RetainerSpring
Bracket
Anti-SwayBar
Spdngs
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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires arepropedy inflated (See =PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS ). If tires areover or underinflated, you will not properlyadjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
• Raise mower to its highest position.Measure height from bottom of deckcud to ground level at front comers ofmower. Distance =A" on both sides ofmower should be the same.
• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-ment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten liftlink adjustment nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen liftlink adjustment nut on that side.
NOTE: Each full tum of adjustment nutwill change mower height about 3/16".
• Recheck measurements after adjusting.
Bottom Bottom
of Cud_ t Cud
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-
side. If the following front-to-back adjust-megt is necessary, be sure to adjust bothfront links equally so mower will stay levelside-to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, themower housing should be adjusted so thefront is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lowerthan the rear when the mower is in itshighest position.Cl'L=ck adjustment on dght side of tractor.Measure distance =P directly in front ofan_ behind the mandrel at bottom edge ofmower housing as shown.• Before making any necessary adjust-
ments, check that both front links areequal in length.
• If links are not equal in length, adjustone link to same length as other link.
• To lower front of mower housing, loosennut "G" on both front links an equalnumber of turns.
• When distance =P is 1/8" to 1/2" lowerat front than rear, tighten nut "H" againsttrunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of mower housing, loosennut "H" from trunnion on both front links.Tighten nut =G" on both front links an
equal number of turns..• When distance P is 1/8 to 1/2" lower
at front than roar, tighten nut "H"against trunnion on both front links.
NOTE: Each full tum of nut =G" willchange dim. =P by approximately 3/8".
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
Mandrel
Both F_ Length .
FrontUnks
TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
• Park tractor on a level surface. Engageparking brake.
• Remove screws from left hand mandrelcover and remove cover.
• Roll belt over the top of left hand man-drel pulley.
• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.
• Remove belt from idler pulleys.Remove any dirt or grass clippingswhich may have accumulated aroundmandrels and entire upper deck sur-face.
Check primary idler arm and two idlersto see that they rotate freely.Be sure spring is securely hooked to pd-mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-ing.
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• Check primary idler arm and two idlersto see that they. rotate freely.
• Be sure spring 0ssecurely hooked to pd-mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-ing.
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt
is in both belt keepers at the idlers asshown.
Screws
Left HandMandrel
cill rH_
• Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-ley.
• Roll belt into upper groove of left handmandrel pulley.
• Carefully check belt routing making surebelt is in the grooves correctly andinside belt keepers.
• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.
ElectricClutchPulley
IdlerPulleys
PdmanjIdler Arm
Keepers
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake.• Remove mower drive belt (See =TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" inthis section of this manual).
• Remove mower (See =TO REMOVEMOWER in this section of this manual).
• Remove screws from right hand man-drel cover and remove cover. Unhookspring from bolt on mower housing.
• Carefully roll belt off right hand mandrelpulley.
• Remove belt from center mandrel pul-ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrelpulley.
• Remove any dirt or grass which mayhave accumulated around mandrels andentire-upper deck surface.
i heck secondary idler arm and idler to
see that they rotate freely.Be sure spring is hooked in secondaryidler arm end sway-bar bracket.Install new belt on lower groove of lefthand mandrel pulley, idler pulley, andcenter mandrel pulley as shown.
i oll belt over dght hand mandrel pulley.Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.Reconnect spring to bolt in mowerhousing and reinstall right hand mandrelcover.
• Reinstall mower to tractor (See"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"in the Assembly section of this manual).
• Reassemble mower drive belt (See =TOREPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" inthis section of this manual).
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LeftHand
Idler Arm
Spring
Anti-Sway-BarBracket
Pulley
Right HandMandrelCover
TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
The electric clutch should provide years ofservice. The clutch has a built-in brakethat stops the pulley within 5 seconds.Eventually, the internal brake will wearwhich may cause the mower blades to notengage, or, to not stop as required.Adjustments should be made by yournearest authorized service center/depart-ment.* Make sure attachment clutch and igni-
tion switches are in "OFF" position.• Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until
space between clutch plate and rotormeasures .012" at all three slot loca-tions cut in the side of brake plate.
Clutch Plate
.012"
Slot(3)
Brake PlateNylon Locknut
NOTE: After installing a new electricclutch, run tractor at full throttle andengage and disengage electric clutch 10cycles to Wear in clutch plate.TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustablebrake system which is mounted on theside of the transaxle.If tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high speed jn high-est gear, then brake must be adjusted.• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage
parking brake.• Measure distance between brake oper-
ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distancebecomes-l-I/2". Retighten jam nutagainst nut "A".
• Road test tractor for proper stopping ,,distance as stated above. Readjust if ""necessary. If stopping distance is still9reater than six (6)feet in highest gear,further maintenance is necessary.Contact your nearest authorizedser-vice center/department.
With Parking Brake "Engaged"
Jam Nut
)peratingArm
\
/
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake. For ease of service thereis a belt installation guide decal on bottomof left footrest.• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual.)BELT REMOVAL-• Engage parking brake (creates slack in
belt).• Remove belt from clutching and fan
idler pulleys.• Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pul-
ley.• Remove belt from transaxle pulley.• Remove belt from engine pulley and
front V-idler pulley.• Pull belt out of all belt keepers and
remove from tractor.
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BELT INSTALLATION -• Place V part of belt intogrooves on
engine pulley and front V-idler, makingsure to route belt inside of all bolt keepers.
• Route bolt on dght side, coming from V-idler, towards back of tractor, abovemidspan belt keeper and to top oftransaxle pulley.
• Route belt on left side, coming fromengine pulley, towards back of tractorand through loop in midspan belt keep-er.
• Place V part of belt into grooves ontransaxle and fan idler pulleys, makingsure to route belt inside of all belt keepers.
• Retighten bolt keeper above transaxlepulley.
• Place belt around clutching idlers asshown, making sure to route belt insideof all belt keepers.
• Check to be sure belt is positioned cor-rectly and is on proper side of all beltkeepers.
Tractor V-Belt Ddve SchematicViewed from L.H. Side of Tractor
Belt TransaxleKeeperEngine
Pulley Clutching
Belt Keepers
Belt Fan
Keeper Idler
V-Idler
As Viewed from Bottom "
TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER
The motion control lever has been presetat the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary.If for any reason the motion control leverwill not hold its position while at a selectedspeed, it may be adjusted at the fdctionpack located on the right side of chassis.• Park tractor on level sudace. Stop trac-
tor by turning ignition key to =OFF" posi-tion and engage parking brake.
• Place motion control lever in neutral (N)position.While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut
•" Tighten Iocknut 114 turn.
• While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nutsdcurety.
NOTE: If for any reason the effort to •move the motion control lever becomestoo excessive, reverse the above adjust-ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4turn.Road test tractor after adjustment andrepeat procedure if necessary.TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-MENT
Should your transmission require removalfor service or replacement, it should bepurged after reinstallation and before oper-ating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANS-MISSION" in the Operation section of thismanual.
Locknut
Nut
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL AUGN-MENT
If steedngwheel crossbars are not hod-zontal (left to dght) when wheels are posi-tioned straight forward, remove st.eenn_lwheel and reassemble per mstructmnsmthe Assembly section of this manual.FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Front wheel toe-in is required for propersteedng operation. Toe-in was set at thefactory and adjustment should not be nec-essary. If parts in the front axle or steedngmechanism have been replaced or dam-aged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.TO CHECK TOE-IN
• Position front wheels straight ahead.• Measure distance between wheels at
front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"and "B").
• Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to1/4" less than rear dimension =B'.
TO ADJUST TOE-IN
• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeveson tie rod.
• Adjust tie rod until dimension =A" is 1/8"to 1/4" less than dimension =B".
• Tighten jam nuts securely.FRONT WHEEL CAMBER
The front wheel camber is not adjustableon your tractor. If damage has occurred toaffect the front wheel camber, contact yournearest authorized service center/depad-ment.
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Sleeves
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
FRONT WHEEL
• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal.• Repair tire and reassemble.• Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove.• Replace axle cover.
REAR WHEEL -
• Block rear axle securely.• Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow
wheel removal.• Repair tire and reassemble. Replace
and tighten hub bolts securely.NOTE: To seal tire punctures and preventflat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealantmay be purchased from your local partsdealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dryrot and corrosion.
If your battery is too weak to start theengine, it should be recharged. (See"BA'I-I'ERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-tion of this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergencystarting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped with
a 12 volt negative grounded system. Theother vehical must also be a 12 volt nega-tive grounded system. Do not use yourtractor battery to start other vehicals.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -• Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-tery, taking care not to short againstchassis.
• Connect one end of the BLACK cable tothe NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fullycharged battery.
• Connect the other end of the BLACK
cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,away from fuel tank and battery.
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSEORDER -• BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.• RED cable last from both batteries.
"Positive" (+) "Negative" (-)L.H. Panel r_-_ .
Bolt
REPLACING BATI'ERY
,&CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-nals by allowing a wrench or any otherobject to contact both terminals at thesame time. Before connecting battery,remove metal bracelets, wdstwatchbands,rings,etc.Positive terminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidentalgrounding.• Lift hood to raised position.• Remove terminal guard.• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then
RED battery cable and carefully removebattery from tractor.
• Install new battery with terminals insame position as old battery.
• Reinstall terminal guard.• First connect RED battery cable to posi-
tive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt,keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.
• securely.• Close terminal access doors., Close hood.
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TerminalAccess
Keps Nut Hex Bolt
Positive(Red) Cable
Terminal Negative (Black)Guard Cable
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB• Raise hood.• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.• Replace bulb inholder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in thebackside of the grill.
• Close hood.INTERLOCKS AND RELAYSLoose or damaged wiring may cause yourtractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-vent it from starting.• Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-
gram in the Repair Parts section.TO REPLACE FUSEReplace with 30 amp automotive-typeplug-in fuse. The fuse holder is locatedbehind the dash.TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILLASSEMBLY• Raise hood.
Unsnap headlight wire connector."* Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off oftractor.
• To replace, reverse above procedure.
ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of theemission control devices and systems,which are being done at the customersexpense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or indi-vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-formed by an authorized engine manufac-turer's service outlet.TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROLCABLEThe throttle control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not be nec-essary. Check adjustment as describedbelow before loosening cable. If adjust-ment is necessary, proceed as lollows:• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever to fast position.• Check that speed control lever is
against stop screw. If it is not, loosencasing clamp screw and pull throttlecable until lever is against screw.Tighten clamp screw securely.
TOADJUSTCHOKECONTROLThechokecontrolhasbeenpresetatthefactoryand adjustmentshouldnot benec-essary,checkadjustmentas descdbedbelow before loosening cable. If adjust-ment is necessary, proceed as follows:• With engine not running, move choke
control (located on dash panel) to fullchoke position.
• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and car-tridge plate to expose carburetor choke(See _AIR FILTER" in the Customer Re-sponsibilitiessection of this manual).
• Choke should be closed. If it is not,loosen casing clamp screw and movechoke cable until choke is completelyclosed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-curely.
• Reassemble air cleaner.TO ADJUST CARBURETORThe carburetor has boon present at thefactory and adjustment should not be nec-essary. However, minor adjustment maybe required to compensate for differencesin fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If thecarburetor does need adjustment, proceedas follows:
In general, turning the adjusting needlesin (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuelto the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-ture. Tuming the adjusting needles out(counterclockwise) increases the supply offuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/airmixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needlesand the seats in carburetor may result ifscrew is turned in too tight.
Closed for Full.Choke
PRELIMINARY SETTING -
• Be sure you have a clean air filter, andthe throttle control cable is adjustedproperly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLECONTROL CABLE" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).• With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting
needle In (clockwise) closing it fingertight and then tum out (countemlock-wise) 1 turn.
FINAL SETTING -
• Start engine and allow to warm for fiveminutes. Make final adjustments withengine running and shift/motion controllever in neutral (N) position.
• The high idle is set at the factory andcannot be adjusted.
• Idle soeed setting - With throttle controllever in slow position, engine shouldidle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles tooslow or fast, rum idle speed adjustingscrew in or out until correct idle isattained.
• Idle fuel needle setting - With throttlecontrol lever in slow position, turn idlefuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) untilengine speed decreases and then turnout (counterclockwise) approximately3/4 tum to obtain the best low speedperformance.
• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-sery.
ACCELERATION TEST -
• Move throttle control lever from slow tofast position. If engine hesitates or dies,turn idle fuel adjusting needle out(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat testand continue to adjust, if necessary,until engine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Donot adjust-damage may result.IMPORTANT: Never tamper with theengine governor, which is factory set forproper engine speed. Overspooding theengine above the facory high speed set-ting can be dangerous. If you think theengine-governed high speed needsadjusting, contact your nearest authodzedservice center/department, which hasproper equipment and experience to makeany necessary adjustments.
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Immediatelyprepare your tractor for stor-age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor will not be used for 30 days or more.
A, CAUTION: Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flame orspark, Allow the engine to cool before stor-ing in any enclosure.
TRACTORRemove mower from tractor for winterstorage. This will allow you to clean it thor-oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,etc. Store in a clean, dry area.• Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section ol this man-ual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary(See belt replacement instructionsin theService and Adjustments section of thismanual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenancesection of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screwsare securely fastened. Inspect movingparts for damage, breakage and wear.Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-faces; sand lightly before painting.
BATTERY• Fully charge the battery for storage.• After a pedod of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of storage,battery cables should be disconnectedand battery cleaned thoroughly (see"TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMI-
• _. NALS" in the Maintenance section ofthis rnanual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-ed and place cables where they cannotcome in contact with battery terminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor forstorage, do not store battery directly onconcrete or damp surfaces.
ENGINEFUEL SYSTEMIMPORTANT: It is important to preventgum deposits from forming in essentialfuel system parts such as carburetor, fuelfilter,-fuel-hose, or tahk during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcoholblended fuels (called gasohol or usingethanol or methanol) can attract moisturewhich leads to separation and formation ofacids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-age the fuel system of an engine while instorage.• Drain the fuel tank.• Start the engine and let it run untilthe
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanentdamage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptablealternative in minimizing the formation offuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storagecontainer. Always followthe mix ratiofound on stabilizer container. Run engineat least 10 minutes after adding stabilizerto allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-tor if usingfuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OILDrain oil (with engine warm) and replacewith clean engine oil. (See "ENGINIE ' inthe Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)• Remove spark plug(s).• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug
hole(s) into cylinder(s).• Turn ignition key to =START" position for
a few seconds to distribute oil.
• Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one seasonto another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts torust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline willcause problems.
• if possible, store your tractor indoorsand cover it to give protection from dustand dirt.
• Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-tive cover that does not retain moisture.Do not use plastic. Plastic cannotbreathe, which allows condensation toform and cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor whileengine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
Will not start
Hardtostart
Engine will not rumover
Engine dicks but will •not start •
CAUSE CORRECTION
• Out of fuel.
• Engine not "CHOKED" prop-edy.
• Engine flooded.
• Bad spark plug.• Dirty air filler.• Dirty fuel filter.• Water in fuel.
Loose or damaged wiring. •Carburetor out of adjustment. •
• Engine valves out of adjust-ment.
• Dirty air filter.• Bad spark ping.• Weak or dead battery.• Dirty fuel filter.• Stale or dirty fuel.
• Loose or damaged widng.• Carburetor out of adjustment. -
• Engine valves out of adjust-ment.
• Clutch/brake pedal notdepressed.
• Attachment dutch is engaged. •• Weak or dead battery.• Blown fuse. •
• Corroded battery terminals.• Looee or damaged widng.• Faulty ignition switch.• Faulty solenoid or starter. •
• Faulty operator presenceswitch(es).
Weak or dead battery.Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged widng.Faulty solenoid or starter.
• Fill fuel tank.• See "TO START ENGINE" in
Operation section.• Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.• Replace spark plug.• Clean/replace air filter.• Replace fuel filter.• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filler.Check all widng.See "To Adjust Carburetor" inService and Adjustmentssection.
• Contact an authorized servicecenter.
• Clean/replace air filter.• Replace spark plug.• Recharge or replace battery.• Replace fuel filter.• Drain fuel tank and refillwith
fresh gasoline.Check all widng.See "To Adjust Carburetor" inService and Adjustmentssection.
• Contactan authorized servicecenter.
• Depress dutch/brake pedal.
Disengage attachment dutch.Recharge or replace battery.Replace fuse.
Clean battery terminals.Check all widng.Check/replace igni_onswitch.Check/replece solenoidorstarter.Contact an authorized servicecenter.
• Recharge or replace battery.• Clean battery terminals.
Check all widng.Check/replace solenoid orstarter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEMLossofpower
CAUSE
• Cutting too much grass/toofast.
• Throttle in"CHOKE" position.• Build-up of grass, leaves and
Engine continues torun when operatorleaves seat with attachmant clutch
engaged
Poor cut: uneven
Mower blades will notrotate
• Dirty fuel tilter. , •• Stale or dirty fuel.
• Water in fuel. •
• Spark plug wire loose. -
• Dirty engine air screen/tins. •• Dirty/clngged muffler.• Loose or damaged widng. •• Carburetor out of edjuslment. -
• Engine valves out of adjust- •menL
• Worn, bent or loose blade. •
• Bent blade mandrel. •• Loose/damaged part(s).
• Faulty operator-safety pres- •ence control system.
• Worn, bent or loose blade. •
• Mower deck not level. •
• Buildup of grass, leaves, and •trash under mower.
• Bent blade mandrel.• Clogged mower deck vent •
holes from buildup ofgrass, leaves, and trasharound mandrels.
• Obstruction in clutch mecha-nism.
• Wom/damaged mower drivebelt.
CORRECTION
• Set in "Higher Cut" posi-tion/reduce speed.
• Adjust throfflecontrol.• Clean underside of mower hous-
ing.• Clean/replace air filter.• Check oil level/change oil.• Clean and regap or change
spark plug.Replace fuel tilter.Drain fuel tank and refillwithfresh gasoline.Drain fuel tank and carburetor,refill tank with fresh gasoline andreplace fuel tilter.Connect and tighten spark plugwire.Clean engine air screen/fins.Clean/replace muffler.Check all wiring.See "ToAdjust Carburetor" inService and Adjustmentssection.Contact an anthodzed servicecenter.
Nut, Crovmkx_ 5/16-18 UncBracketAsm., Susp Chassis LhBracketAsm., FenderScrew Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Ga.ScrawTIxIrol. 5/16-18x 1/2
Guide, BeltMid SpanStop,Over Cer_terMowerBoltFin Hex 7/16-14 UNC x 1Washer,Lock Ext. Tooth 3/8Rail, FrameLhPUshNut, NylonBracket SkidChassisRod By PassCap By Pass RodScrew Thdrol3/6-16 x %3/4Retainer,SpringLock,By PassBolt 5/16-181-rWashar 13/32 x 1 x 16Ga.Screw Hex WslxI 6-18 x 7/8Screw Sltd H Hd WKIn WasherCup HolderBoltShoulder5/16-181-rMagnetYTGTStrikerRate YTGTBracket Dash RhBracketDash LhCupholderFastener Nut PalExtrusionBumpersDuct Heat Hood
Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches1 inch= 25.4 mm
Nut, Crowniock5/16-18Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5Screw He](Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2BracketTransaxlaBolt Rn Hex 7116-14x 1Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8BracketTorqueRHScrew Thdrol3/6-16 x 3!4BracketMountTerrque/FanStrapTOrqueMidSpacerScrew #10-24 x 1-1/4
Fan 7"HydroAdapter FanPulley IdlerNutCrowrdock7/16-14 Unc
Keeper BeltScrewThdrol3/8-16 x 2-3/4BoltFin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25Link Shift AsmFastenerChristmasTreeWasher Nickel PlatedBracketShiftScrew Thdrol3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer CompressionWasher BellvilleBracketIdlerScrew Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2O-Ring Asm HydroGear 70110Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGTCap Asm Vent HydroGear70109Spdng Retain BrakeSpacer Shift Lever VGTHWasher Nylon HighTempNut-Hex ASF 7/16-14 UNCKeeper Belt T/AGnd DrNutLock Hex Range 5/16-18Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16Transaxle
NOTE: All componentdimenelanegiven inU.S. Inches1 inch= 25.4 mm
Bolt,Fin Hax 3/8-16x I Gr. 5Cap, Wheel SteeringBeadng, Col. Strg.Screw,Thrdrol 3/6-16 x 3/4Bearing,FlangeRing, KlipTruaro#5304-75Bushing,NylinerSnapWasher 11/32xl x 10Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16Belt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4Gear, SectorSteeringTie RodJam Nut RH ThreadJointAsm. Ball RH ThreadJam Nut LH ThreadJointAsm. Ball LH ThreadBracketSwitch InterlockVGT 97Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1_ TytExtension,SteeringWasher 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11Ga.
NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm
Pad SpacerPad SpacerCap Asm Fuel W/GaugePlugOil Drain (Order FromEngine Manufacturer)Control"l_rottleScrew SLTD Hex HD W/Pin WasherControlChokeWasher Ext Tooth3/8
Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNFBushingStem Tank FuelFuel Line
Spark Attester KitNut LockHex w/Ins. 3i8 - 16Washer SplitClamp HoseBolt Fin Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2Screw'l-r 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNCScrew 17" 3/8-16 x 4 UNCWasher 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X .250Washer Lock 7/16Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 -1/4 Ga 5Nut Range 1/4-20 Starter NutSpacer EngineWasher 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.
ManifoldPipe VGTCV 1-1/8"Washer Flat 13/32 x 7./8x 14 Ga.Nipple Pipe 4-I/2Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Ga.Gasket KohlerCVI 8-CV26Elbow Street Brass
Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-l-rNut Range M8-1.25 Non-Lk Zink
NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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SIGHTINGGUIDE
ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL
Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (notgreater than 15"), never across the face. Make turns gradu-ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extremecaution when changing direction on slopes.
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