Owner's Manual ICRAFTSMAN'J 20.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTO Model No. 917.270940 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en- gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual, CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment, For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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This product has a low emission engine which operatesdifferently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,
CAUTION:
Read and follow all SafetyRules and Instructions before
operating this equipment,
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917Sears Craftsman Help Line5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Maintenance ....................................... 18Service and Adjustments .................... 22Storage ............................................... 29Troubleshooting ................................. 30Repair Parts ........................................ 34Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment ismaintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner'smanual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective inmaterial or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking yourCraftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warrantyservice is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while thisproduct is in the United States.This Warranty does not cover:• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impactingobjects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use theproper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammabledebris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-tained in the owner's manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of itspurchase date.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this ridingequipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines thebattery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warrantyservice is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to yournearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip chargewill apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service,simply contact sears at 1-800-4-my-homeThis Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights whichmay vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine iscapable of amputating hands and feetand throwing objects. Failure to observethe following safety instructions couldresult in serious injury or death.GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow allinstructions in the manual and on the
machine before starting.• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar 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
people before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look downand behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower dischargedirection and do not point it at anyone.Do not operate the mower withouteither the entire grass catcher or theguard in place.
• Slow down before turning.• Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades, setparking brake, stop engine, andremove keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.• Use extra care when loading or
unloading the machine into a trailer ortruck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60years and above, are involved in alarge percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operatorsshould evaluate their ability to operatethe riding mower safely enough toprotect themselves and others fromserious injury.
SLOPEOPERATION
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 rocks, tree
limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or 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.
• Avoid starting or Stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction, disengage theblades and proceed slowly straightdown the slope.
DO NOT:
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-ly downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, orembankments. The mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel is overthe edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edgecaves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reducedtraction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine byputting your 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 the
machine and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain whereyou last saw them.
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• Keep children out of the mowing areaand under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behindand down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall offand be seriously injured or interferewith safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate themachine.
• Use extra care when approaching blindcorners, shrubs, trees, or other objectsthat may obscure vision.
SERVICE
Use extra care in handling gasolineand other fuels. They are flammableand vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.Never remove gas cap or add fuelwith the engine running. Allowengine to cool before refueling. Donot smoke.Never refuel the machine indoors.Never store the machine or fuelcontainer inside where there is anopen flame, such as a waterheater.
• Never run a machine inside a closedarea.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially bladeattachment bolts, tight and keepequipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debris build-up. Clean oil or fuelspillage. Allow machine to cool beforestoring.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if youstrike an object. Repair, if necessary,before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairswith the 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 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, treepeople before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blades off.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look downand behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall offand be seriously injured or interferewith safe 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),not across. 4
limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction, disengage theblades and proceed slowly straightdown the slope.
• If machine stops while going uphill,disengage blades, shift into reverseand back down slowly.
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-ly downhill, if possible.
A(_Look for this symbol to point outimportant safety precautions. It meansCAUTION!H BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR
_FETY IS INVOLVED.CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting up, transporting,adjusting or making repairs alwaysdisconnect spark plug wire and place wire_ere it cannot contact spark plug.
CAUTION; Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
_CAUTION: Tow only the attachmentsthat are recommended by and complywith specifications of the manufacturer ofyour tractor. Use common sense whentowing. Operate only at the lowestpossible speed when on a slope. Tooheavy of a load, while on a slope, isdangerous. Tires can lose traction withthe ground and cause you to lose control,_YwOUr tractor.
ARNING: The engine exhaust fromthis product contains chemicals known tothe State of California to cause cancer,birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof a new Tractor. It has been designed,engineered and manufactured to giveyou the best possible dependability andperformance.Should you experience any problem youcannot easily remedy, please contactyour nearest authorized service center/department.
We have competent, wel!-trained techni-cians and the proper tools to service orrepair this tractor.Please read and retain this manual. Theinstructions will enable you to assembleand maintain your tractor properly. Alwaysobserve the "SAFETY RULES".REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Repair Agreement is available on thisproduct. Contact your nearest Sears storefor details.CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-
ing, caring for and using your tractor.• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of thisowner's manual.
_,WARNING: This tractor is equippedwith an internal combustion engine andshould not be used on or near anyunimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless theengine's exhaust system is equipped witha spark arrester meeting applicable localor state laws (if any). If a spark arrester isused, it should be maintained in effectiveworking order 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 availablethrough your nearest authorized servicecenter/department (See REPAIR PARTSsection of this manual).
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SteeringSleeve
Steering Wheel
_ P
SteeringWheel Adapter
/>Steering
Wheel Insert
(1) Lockwasher3/8
ISteeringExtensionShaft
(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1
(1) Large FlatWasher
(1) Hex Bolt
(1) Locknut5/16-18
Seat
@ (1) Washer17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge
(_ (1) Knob
Keys
(2) Keys
Videq CassetteSlope Sheet
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of yourtractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use thecorrect tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assemblyeasier. Standard wrench sizes you needare listed below.(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers(2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife(1) Tire pressure
gaugeWhen right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it means, from your point ofview, when you are in the operatingposition (seated behind the steeringwheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROMCARTON
UNPACK CARTON
• Remove all accessible loose parts andparts boxes from shipping carton.
• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines onall four corners of shipping carton, andlay panels flat.
• Check for any additional loose parts orboxes and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTORFROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT ANDBOOT
• Slide extension shaft onto lower
steering shaft. Align mounting holes inextension and lower shafts and install5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tightensecurely.
• Place tabs of steering boot over tabslots in dash and push down to secure.
• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lockwasher, 3/8 hex bolt and tightensecurely.
• Snap steering wheel insert into centerof steering wheel.
• Remove protective materials fromtractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove anystaples in skid that may puncture tireswhere tractor is to roll off skid.
Steering/ Wheel Insert
Hex Bolt
_Lock Washer_-- - ---i _ Large Flat
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
• Position front wheels of the tractor sothey are pointing straight forward.
• Position steering wheel so cross barsare horizontal (left to right) and slideinside boot and onto adapter.
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORCHECK BATTERY
• Lift hood to raised position.• If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label(label located between terminals)charge battery for minimum of onehour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" inMaintenance section of this manual for
charging instructions).
Label
INSTALL SEAT
Adjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.
• Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for assembly ofseat to tractor.
• Pivot seat upward and remove from thecardboard packing. Remove thecardboard packing and discard.
• Place seat on seat pan and assembleshoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder boltsecurely.
• Assemble adjustment knob and flatwasher loosely. Do not tighten.
• Lower seat into operating position andsit on seat.
• Slide seat until a comfortable positionis reached which allows you to pressclutch/brake pedal all the way down.
• Get off seat without moving its adjustedposition.
• Raise seat and tighten adjustmentknob securely.
Seat
Seat Pan
Shoulder
Bolt __
AdjustmentKnob
FlatWasher
NOTE: You may now roll or drive youtractor off the skid. Follow the appropriateinstruction below to remove the tractorfrom the skid.
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location and
function of controls)
• Press lift lever plunger and raiseattachment lift lever to its highestposition.
• Release parking brake by depressingclutch/brake pedal.
• Place freewheel control in freewheel-ing position to disengage transmission(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-tion section of this manual).
• Roll tractor forward off skid.
• Remove banding holding dischargeguard up against tractor.
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location andfunction of controls)
_WARNING: Before starting read,understand and fo ow all instructions inthe Operation section of this manual. Besure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Besure the area in front of tractor is clear ofother people and objects.• Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.• Place freewheel control in "transmis-
sion engaged" position.• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set theparking brake.
• Place motion control lever in neutral(N) position.
• Press lift lever plunger and raiseattachment lift lever to its highestposition.
• Start the engine. After engine hasstarted, move throttle control to idleposition.
• Release parking brake.• Slowly move the motion control lever
forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place motion control lever inneutral position.
• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.Continue with the instructions that follow.
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflatedat the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting performance.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionof this manual.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housingshould be properly leveled. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of thismanual.CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown forreplacing motion and mower blade drivebelts in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual. Verify that thebelts are routed correctly.CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate yourtractor, check to see that the brake isproperly adjusted. See "TO ADJUSTBRAKE" in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual.
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(If previously removed)• Raise and hold deflector shield in
upright position.• Place front of mulcher plate over front
of mower deck opening and slide intoplace, as shown.
• Hook front latch into hole on front ofmower deck.
• Hook rear latch into hole on back ofmower deck.
_kCAUTION: Do not remove deflectorshield from mower. Raise and hold shieldwhen attaching mulcher plate and allowit to rest on plate while in operation.
Deflector-_-_Shield
Mulcher
LatchHooks
TO CONVERT TO BAGGING ORDISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and storein a safe place. Your mower is now readyfor discharging or installation of optionalgrass catcher accessory.NOTE: It is not necessary to changeblades. The mulcher blades are de-
signed for discharging and bagging also.
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_ CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE W_SH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWINGCHECKLIST:,I All assembly instructions have been
completed.,/No remaining loose parts in carton.•/ Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.J Al_tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires wereoverinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveledside-to-side/front-to-rear for best cuttingresults. (Tires must be properly inflatedfor leveling).
,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleysand inside all belt keepers.
,/Check wiring. See that all connectionsare still secure and wires are properlyclamped.
,/Before driving tractor, be sure free-wheel control is in drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOURTRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TOTHE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:,/Engine oil is at proper level.,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.,/Become familiar with all controls - thei,
location and function. Operate thembefore you start the engine.
•/ Be sure brake system is in safeoperating condition.
,/It is important to purge the transmissiolbefore operating your tractor for the fir,'time. Follow proper starting andtransmission purging instructions (Se_"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operationsection of this manual).
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.
BATTERY CAUTION OR
WARNINGREVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW
ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP
R N H LATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE
CLUTCH ENGAGED
ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS
IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
FREE WHEEL
(Automatic Models only)
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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Attachment IgnitionClutch Lever Switch
Light Switch
Ammeter •- - -
X'_/;i"" " " - - --" LeverChoke Control , Plunger
Throttle Control
Clutch/Brake Pedal
_ntLift Lever
HeightAdjustmentIndicator
Free WheelControl g Brake Lever
_MotionControlLever
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National StandardsInstitute.
AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) ordischarging (-) of battery.ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used
to engage the mower blades, or otherattachments mounted to your tractor.ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used toraise, lower, and adjust the mower deckor other attachments mounted to yourtractor.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when startinga cold engine.CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for
declutching and braking the tractor andstarting the engine.MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects thespeed and direction of tractor.
FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagestransmission for pushing or slowly towingthe tractor with the engine off.IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting andstopping the engine.LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing itsposition.LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights onand off.PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
brake pedal into the brake position.THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control
engine speed.
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing anyadjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety maskover spectacles or standard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTORTO SET PARKING BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. When engineis running, any attempt by the operator toleave the seat without first setting theparking brake will shut off the engine.• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold.• Place parking brake lever in "EN-
GAGED" position and release pressurefrom clutch/brake pedal. Pedal shouldremain in "BRAKE" position. Makesure parking brake will hold tractorsecure. Attachment Clutch Lever
Choke "Engaged" Position
Key
gaged"
ThrottleControl , Parking Brake
Clutch/ Position
Motion"Disengaged" ControlPosition "Brake" LeverSTOPPING Position
MOWER BLADES -
• To stop mower blades,move attach-ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"position.
GROUND DRIVE -
• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control leverdoes not return to neutral (N) positionwhen the clutch/brake pedal is de-pressed.ENGINE -
• Move throttle control to slow position.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 and
remove 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" willcause the battery to be discharged,(dead).NOTE: Under certain conditions whentractor is standing idle with the enginerunning, hot engine exhaust gases maycause "browning" of grass. To eliminatethis possibility, always stop engine whenstopping tractor on grass areas._,CAUTION" Always stop tractor
completely, as described above, beforeleaving the operator's position; to emptygrass catcher, etc.TO USE THRO'n'LE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.• Operating engine at less than full
throttle reduces the battery chargingrate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging andmower performance.
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL
Use choke control whenever you arestarting a cold engine. Do not use to starta warm engine.• To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-WARD
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 CUTTINGHEIGHT
The position of the attachment lift leverdetermines the cutting height.• Grasp lift lever.• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.The cutting height range is approxi-mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights aremeasured from the ground to the bladetip with the engine not running.
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These heights are approximate and mayvary depending upon soil conditions,height of grass and types of grass beingmowed.
• The average lawn should be cut toapproximately 2-1/2 inches during thecool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier andbetter looking lawns, mow often andafter moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grassover 6 inches in height should bemowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desiredheight.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are properly adjustedwhen they are slightly off the groundwhen mower is at the desired cuttingheight in operating position. Gaugewheels then keep the deck in properposition to help prevent scalping in mostterrain conditions.• Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a
flat level surface.• Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTINGHEIGHT" in the Operation section ofthis manual).
• With mower in desired height of cutposition, gauge wheels should beassembled so they are slightly off theground. Install gauge wheel in appro-priate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tightensecurely.
• Repeat for opposite side installinggauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
3/8-16
GaugeWheelMountingBracket
3/8
Gauge Wheel Bolt
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.• Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.
• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-gage attachment clutch control.
_CAUTION- Do not operate the mowerwithout either the entire grass catcher, onmowers so equipped, or the deflectorshield in place.
Attachment ClutchLever "Engaged" Attachemnt Lift
Position
it
Lever High
_ Position
' _ LOWPosition
i _ _{ ._ Deflector/ Shield
TO OPERATE ON HILLS
_,CAUTION: Do not drive up or downhills with slopes greater than 15° and donot drive across any slope.• Choose the slowest speed before
starting up or down hills.• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
• If slowing is necessary, move throttlecontrol lever to slower position.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary,push clutch/brake pedal quickly tobrake position and engage parkingbrake.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) positionwhen the clutch/brake pedal is de-pressed.• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.• Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.• Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT
When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission byplacing freewheel control in freewheelingposition. Free wheel control is located atthe rear drawbar of tractor.
• Raise attachment lift to highest positionwith attachment lift control.
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• Pull freewheel control out and downinto the slot and release so it is held in
the disengaged position.• Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.• To reengage transmission, reverse
above procedure.NOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transporting your tractor on a truckor a trailer, be sure hood is closed andsecured to tractor. Use an appropriatemeans of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,etc.).
TOWING CARTS AND OTHERATrACHMENTS
Tow only the attachments that arerecommended by and comply withspecifications of the manufacturer of yourtractor. Use common sense when towing.Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, isdangerous. Tires can lose traction withthe ground and cause you to lose controlof your tractor.BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
• The engine in your tractor has beenshipped, from the factory, already filledwith summer weight oil.
• Check engine oil with tractor on levelground.
• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipeclean, reinsert the dipstick and screwcap tight, wait for a few seconds,remove and read oil level. If neces-sary, 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 Mainte-nance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-nance section in this manual.
ADD GASOLINE
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasolinewill increase carbon and lead oxidedeposits and reduce valve life). Do notmix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel inquantities that can be used within 30days to assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT: When operating intemperatures below 32°F(0°C), use freshclean winter grade gasoline to helpinsure good cold 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 beemptied before storage of 30 days orlonger. Drain the gas tank, start theengine and let it run until the fuel linesand carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuelnext season. See Storage Instructions fo_additional information. Never use engineor carburetor cleaner products in the fueltank or permanent damage may occur.
_CAUTIONj Fillto bo!tom of gas tanktiller neck. uo no[ overrill. Wipe off anyspilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill oruse gasoline 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 attempt. For a warm engine startattempt the choke control may not beneeded.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm andcold starting procedures below.
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Insert key into ignition and turn 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 controlout and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F andabove)
• When engine starts, slowly push chokecontrol in until the engine begins to runsmoothly. If the engine starts to runroughly, pull the choke control outslightly for a few seconds and thencontinue to 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 minuteusing the choke as described above.
COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F andbelow)• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control 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 outslightly for a few seconds and thencontinue to push the control in slowly.This may require an engine warm-upperiod from several seconds to severalminutes, depending on the tempera-ture.
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
neutral. Release the parking brakeand let the clutch/brake slowlyreturn to operating position.
• Allow one minute for transmission to
warm up. This can be done during theengine warm up period.
• The attachments can be used duringthe engine warm-up period after thetransmission has been warmed up andmay require the choke control bepulled out slightly.
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NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)the carburetor fuel mixture may need tobe adjusted for best engine performance.See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.
PURGETRANSMISSION
,_CAUTION: Never engage or disen-gage freewheel lever willie the engine isrunning.To ensure proper operation and perfor-mance, it is recommended that thetransmission be purged before operatingtractor for the first time. This procedure willremove any trapped air inside thetransmission which may have developedduring shipping of your tractor.IMPORTANT: Should your transmissionrequire removal 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 by placing
freewheel control in freewheelingposition (See "TO TRANSPORT" in thissection of manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.After the engine is running, movethrottle control to slow position. Withmotion control lever in neutral (N)position, slowly disengage clutch/brakepedal.
• Move motion control lever to fullforward position and hold for five (5)seconds. Move lever to full reverseposition and hold for five (5) seconds.Repeat this procedure three (3) times.
NOTE: During this procedure there willbe no movement of drive wheels. The airis being removed from hydraulic drivesystem.• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position. Shut- off engine and setparking brake.
• Engage transmission by placingfreewheel control in driving position(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this sectionof manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.After the engine is running, movethrottle control to half (1/2) speed. Withmotion control lever in neutral (N)position, slowly disengage clutch/brakepedal.
• Slowly move motion control leverforward, after the tractor movesapproximately five (5) feet, slowly movemotion control lever to reverse position.After the tractor moves approximatelyfive (5) feet return the motion controllever to the neutral (N) position. Repeatthis procedure with the motion controllever three (3) times.
• Your tractor is now purged and nowready for normal operation.
MOWING TIPS
• Mower should be properly leveled forbest mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.
• The left hand side of mower should beused for trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are dischargedonto the area that has been cut. Havethe cut area to the right of the tractor.This will result in a more even distribu-tion of clippings and more uniformcutting.
• When mowing large areas, start byturning to the right so that clippings willdischarge away from shrubs, fences,driveways, etc. After one or tworounds, mow in the opposite directionmaking left hand turns until finished.
• If grass is extremely tall, it should bemowed twice to reduce load andpossible fire hazard from dried clip-pings. Make first cut relatively high; thesecond to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wetgrass will plug mower and leaveundesirable clumps. Allow grass to drybefore mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttlewhen mowing to assure better mowingperformance and proper discharge ofmaterial. Regulate ground speed byselecting a low enough gear to give themower cutting performance as well asthe quality of cut desired.
• When operating attachments, select aground speed that will suit the terrainand give best performance of theattachment being used.
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MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: For best performance,keep mower housing free of built-upgrass and trash. Clean after each use.• The special mulching blade will recut
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 biodegrade quicklyto provide nutrients for the lawn.Always mulch with your highest engine(blade) speed as this will provide thebest recutting action of the blades.
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.Wet grass tends to form clumps andinterferes with the mulching action.The best time to mow your lawn is theearly afternoon. At this time the grasshas dried and the newly cut area willnot be exposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the mowercutting 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 grassconditions may require that an area bemulched a second time to completelyhide the clippings. When doing asecond cut, mow across or perpendicu-lar to the first cut path.
• Change your cutting pattern from weekto week. Mow north to south one weekthen change to east to west the nextweek. This will help prevent mattingand graining of the lawn.
Max 1/3"
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F,LL,NOATESAS COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICEf" SERVICE DATES
Check Brake Operation _Check Tire Pressure
Check Operator Presence and
T Interlock Systems li_Check for Loose Fasteners V'7 If
cA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4T Lubrication Chart V wCheck Battery Level
a Clean Battery and Terminals V'
Check Transaxle Cooling I_
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension V's
Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension II/s
Check Engine Oil Level I/ V'
Change Engine Oil 1_123 I_
E CleanAirFilter _Vj:U Clean Air Screen
i/Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _i
N Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug V'
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V'2
Replace Fuel Filter V'
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures, 5 - If equipped with adiustable system.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours,
4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does notcover items that have been subjected tooperator abuse or negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, operator mustmaintain tractor as instructed in thismanual.Some adjustments will need to be madeperiodically to properly maintain yourtractor.All adjustments in the Service andAdjustments section of this manualshould be checked at least once each
6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 fb-lbs maximum,
Do not overtighten.
LUBRICATION CHART
Zerk
_Front WheelBearingZerk
i Beading
Zerk
season.• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,and check blades and belts for wear. Anew spark plug and clean air filterassure proper air-fuel mixture and helpyour engine run better and last longer.
interlock systems for proper operation.• Check for loose fasteners.
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OGeneral Purpose Grease@)Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease thepivot points which have special nylonbearings. Viscous lubricants will attractdust and dirt that will shorten the life ofthe self-lubricating bearings. If you feelthey must be lubricated, use only a dry,powdered graphite type lubricantsparingly.
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TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be ad-justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual).TIRES• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemicals which can harmrubber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharpobjects and other hazards that maycause tire damage.
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.OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEMBe sure operator presence and interlocksystems are working properly. If yourtractor does not function as described,repair the problem immediately.• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressedand attachement clutch control is in thedisengaged position.
• When the engine is running, anyattempt 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 attachment 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 toallow access to blades.
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flatwasher securing blade.
• Install new or resharpened blade withtrailing edge up towards deck asshown.
IMPORTANT" To ensure proper assembly,center hole in blade must align with staron mandrel assembly.
• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer an_flat washer in exact order as shown.
• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque). Mandrel Assemblylrailing Edge Up
\. Blade Center/ _?_ Hole
Flat Washer\Lock Washer
_--Hex Bolt (Grade)*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified
by six lines on the bolt head.IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heattreated.TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-ing blade - but if you do, be sure theblade is balanced.Care should be taken to keep the bladebalanced. An unbalanced blade willcause excessive vibration and eventualdamage to mower and engine.• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while on the mower.
• To check blade balance, you will needa 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a con_balancer. (When using a cone bal-ancer, follow the instructions suppliedwith balancer.)
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancingblade. The lobes of the center hole mayappear to be centered, but are not.• Slide blade on to an unthreaded
portion of the steel bolt or pin and holdthe bolt or pin parallel with the ground.If blade is balanced, it should remain ina horizontal position. If either end ofthe blade moves downward, sharpenthe heavy end until the blade isbalanced.
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BATrERY
Your tractor has a battery charging systenwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive charger will extend its life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
19 ° Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The original equipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or remove caps or covers.Adding or checking level of electrolyte isnot necessary.TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery andterminals 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 petro-leum jelly.
• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACINGBATTERY" in the SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS section of thismanual).
V-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wearafter 100 hours of operation and replaceif necessary. 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. To prevent possibledamage to seals, do not use highpressure water or steam to cleantransaxle.• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan
blades are intact and clean.• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass
clippings and other materials. Toprevent damage to seals, do not usecetnpressed air or high pressuresprayer to clean cooling fins.
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUIDThe 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.
ENGINELUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil ratedwith API service classification SF, SG, orSH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity gradeaccording to your expected operatingtemperature.
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting incold weather, these multi-viscosity oilswill result in increased oil consumptionwhen used above 32°F. Check yourengine oil level more frequently to avoidpossible engine damage4rom runninglow on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours ofoperation or at least once a year if thetractor is not used for 25 hours in oneyear.Check the crankcase oil level beforestarting the engine and after each eight(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check theoil level.
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 tightensecurely.
• Refill engine with oil through oil filldipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do notoverfill. For approximate capacity see"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionof this manual.
• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick forchecking level. Be sure dipstick cap istightened securely for accuratereading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on
dipstick. _
Oil Drain _ _': _ J, _ Air
P,uo ScreenOIL Fill Cap/ _ 'tiDipstsick _ _lr[! _:
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to remove dirt andstubborn dried gum fibers.
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ENGINE COOLING FINS
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from enginecooling fins to prevent engine damagefrom overheating. Air guide covers mustbe removed. Remove side panels andhood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD ANDGRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).
Top Air _Cover
,,o
Engine Cooling "_
Fins _ '_
Air Guide Cover 6(Both Sides)
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
dusty conditions.• Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze toremove excess oil.
• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.
• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.• Reinstall cover and secure with
knob(s).
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
• Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor.• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on
flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,replace cartridge.
• Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts,precleaner, cover and secure withknob(s).
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, suchas kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.Do not use.pressurized air to clean or dqcartridge.
45 CoverKnob
Wing
Foam Pre-
Cartridge
Air Screen dge
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it couldcreate 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"section of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The 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 towardscarburetor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks andclamps are properly positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spilledgasoline.
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CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all
foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of
all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect painted surfaces with automotive
type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose toclean your tractor unless the electricalsystem, muffler, air filter and carburetor arecovered to keep water out. Water in enginecan result in a shortened engine life.
CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
TRACTORTO REMOVE MOWERMower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor,• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-
GAGED" position.• Move attachment lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.• Roll belt off engine pulley.• Remove small retainer spring, and lift
clutch spring off pulley bolt.• Remove large retainer spring, slide
collar off and push housing guide out ofbracket.
• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassisbracket by removing retainer spring.
• Disconnect suspension arms from reardeck brackets by removing retainersprings.
Small RetainerSpring
• Disconnect front links from deck byremoving retainer springs.
• Raise lift lever to raise suspensionarms. Slide mower out from undertractor.
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other thanthe mower deck is to be mounted on thetractor, remove the front links and hookthe clutch spring Into square hole inframe.TO INSTALL MOWER
• Raise attachment lift lever to its highestposition.
• Slide mower under tractor with dis-charge guard to right side of tractor.
• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.
Clutch Springine Pulley
Retainer Spring -_
Anti-Sway
Collar --
HousingGuide
LargeRetainerSpring
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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
manual). If tires are over orunderinflated, you will not properly adjustyour mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
• Raise mower to its highest position.• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,
measure height from bottom edge ofmower to ground. Distance "A" onboth sides of mower should be thesame or within 1/4" of each other.
• If adjustment is necessary, makeadjustment 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, _oosen ift
link adjustment nut on that side.NOTE:Each full turn of adjustment nut willchange mower height about 1/8".• Recheck measurements after adjust-
ing.
Bottom edge of Bottom edge of
m°we_ °und
(_ Suspension
Lift Link Adjustment Nut
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-toside. If the following front-to-back adjust-ment 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 sothat the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"lower than the rear when the mower is in
its highest position.Check adjustment on right side of tractor.Measure distance "D" directly in front andbehind the mandrel at bottom edge ofmower housing as shown.
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• Before making any necessary adjust-ments, check that both front links areequal in length. Both links should beapproximately 10-3/8".
• If links are not equal in length, adjustone link to same length as other link.
• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"on both front links an equal number ofturns.
• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lowerat front than rear, tighten nuts "F"against trunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"from trunnion on both front links.Tighten nut "E" on both front links anequal number of turns.
• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lowerat front than rear, tighten nut "F" againstrunnion on both front links.
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length
Nut
Front Links
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADEDRIVE BELT
The mower blade drive belt may bereplaced without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL-
• Remove mower from tractor (See "TOREMOVE MOWER" in this section of
this manual).• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.• Pull belt away from mower.
BELT INSTALLATION -
• Install new belt in reverse order ofremoval.
• Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides.
• Install mower in reverse order ofremoval instructions.
MandrelPulley Idler
:_== / Pulleys j,,,,,,_
,_-f_:-_i" 2 _/_ /Pulley
I . -, \ _._,f
TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be ad-justed.• Depress clutch/brake pedal and
engage parking brake.• Measure distance between brake
operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distancebecomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nutagainst nut "A".
• Road test tractor for proper stoppingdistance as stated above. Readjust ifnecessary. If stopping distance is stillgreater than six (6) feet in highest gear,further maintenance is necessary.Contact your nearest authorizedservice center/department.
With Parking Brake "Engaged"
Nut "A"
Jam Nut
//L
)eratingArm
Do not touch this nut. If further brakeadjustment is necessary contact your
nearest authorized service center/department
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake. For assistance, there is abelt installation guide decal on bottomside of left footrest.
• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVEMOWER" in this section of this manual.)
• Remove belt from stationary idler andclutching idler.
• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Carefully remove belt upwards fromtransmission input pulley and overcooling fan blades.
• Pull belt toward front of tractor andremove downward from around enginepulley.
• Install new belt by reversing aboveprocedure.
Engine Pulley--
Clutching Idler /
Stationary Idler _
Transmission
Input Pulley _
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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROLLEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
The motion control lever has been presetat the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary.• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the
right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.• Start engine and move motion control
lever until tractor does not moveforward or backward.
• Hold motion control lever in that
position and turn engine off.• While holding motion control lever in
place, loosen the adjustment bolt.• Move motion control lever to the neutral
(N) (lock gate) position.• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.NOTE; If additional clearance is needed
to get to adjustment bolt, move mowerdeck height to the lowest position.After above adjustment is made, if thetractor still creeps forward or backwardwhile motion control lever is in neutral
position, follow these steps:• Loosen the adjustment bolt.• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to
1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to
creep.• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.• Start engine and test.• If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps
until satisfied.
Motion Control
Lever
Neutral Lock Gate
Adjustment Bolt
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-MENT
Should your transmission requireremoval for service or replacement, itshould be purged after reinstallation andbefore operating the tractor. See "PURGETRANSMISSION" in the Operationsection of this manual.
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
If steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, removesteering wheel and reassemble perinstructions in the Assembly section ofthis manual.FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
The front wheel toe-in and camber are
not adjustable on your tractor. If damagehas occurred to affect the front wheel toein or camber, contact your nearestauthorized service center/department.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rearwheel contains a square key - Do notlose).
• Repair tire and reassemble.• On rear wheels only: align grooves in
rear wheel hub and axle. Insert squarekey.
• Replace washers and snap retainingring securely in axle groove.
• Replace axle cover.NOTE: To seal tire punctures and preven'flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealantmay be purchased from your local partsdealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dryrot and corrosion.
RetainingRing
WashersAxleCover
t
Square Key(Rear Wheel Only)
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TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAKBAI-I'ERY
CAUTION: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate explosive gases. Keep sparks,flame and smoking materials away frombatteries. Always wear eye protectionwhen around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start theengine, it should be recharged. (See"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).If "jumper cables" are used for emergencystarting, follow this procedure:IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equippedwith a 12 volt negative grounded system.The other vehicle must also be a 12 voltnegative grounded system. Do not useyour tractor battery to start other vehicles.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -
• Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of eachbattery, taking care not to short againstchassis.
• Connect one end of the BLACK cable
to the 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.
q P
"Positive" (+) "Negative" (-)
o
L.H. PanelBolt
REPLACING BA'n'ERY
ACAUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals atthe same time. Before connecting battery,remove metal bracelets, wristwatchbands,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 carefullyremove battery from tractor.
• Install new battery with terminals insame position as old battery.
• Reinstall terminal guard.• First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) battery terminal with hexbolt and keps nut as shown. Tightensecurely.
• Connect BLACK grounding cable tonegative (-) battery terminal withremaining hex bolt and keps nut.Tighten securely
• Close terminal access doors.• Close hood.
KepsTerminalAccess _;:; ;'
Door_
Hex Bolt
' • ! (Red), Cable
-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 in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole inthe backside of the grill.
• Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may causeyour tractor to run poorly, stop running, orprevent it from starting.• Check wiring. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.
TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 15 amp automotive-typeplug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
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TO REMOVE HOODAND 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.
\
Headlight Wire,\ Connector
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not benecessary. Check adjustment as de-scribed below before loosening cable. Ifadjustment is necessary, proceed asfollows:
• With engine not running, move chokecontrol (located on dash panel) to fullchoke position.
• Remove air cleaner cover, filter andcartridge plate to expose carburetorchoke (see "AIR FILTER" in theMaintenance section 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 screwsecurely.
• Reassemble air cleaner.
Choke Closed
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and sys-tems, w_ich are being done at thecustomers expense, may be performedby any non-road engine repair establish-ment or individual. Warranty repairs mustbe performed by an authorized enginemanufacturer's service outlet.TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROLCABLE
The throttle control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not benecessary. Check adjustment as de-scribed below before loosening cable. Ifadjustment is necessary, proceed asfollows:
• With engine not running, move throttlecontrol lever to fast position.
• Check that swivel is against side ofquarter circle. If it is not, loosen cableclamp screw and pull cable back untilswivel is against quarter circle. Tightencable clamp screw securely.
Clamp Screw
Quarter
Circle _
\Swivel
CasingClamp Screw
Lever
TO ADJUST CARBU RETOR
The carburetor has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not benecessary. However, minor adjustmentmay be required to compensate fordifferences in fuel, temperature, altitudeor load. If the carburetor does needadjustment, proceed as follows:In general, turning the mixture screw in(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuelto the engine giving a leaner fuel/airmixture. Turning the mixture screw out(counterclockwise) increases the supplyof fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needlesand the seats in carburetor may result ifscrew is turned in too tight.
PRELIMINARY SETTING -
• Be sure you have a clean air filter, andthe throttle control cable and choke areadjusted properly (see above).
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• With engine off turn idle mixture screwin (clockwise) closing it finger tight andthen turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4to 1-1/2 turns.
FINAL SETTING -
• Start engine and allow to warm for fiveminutes. Make final adjustments withengine running and shift/motioncontrol lever in neutral (N) position.
• With throttle control lever in slow
position, hold throttle lever against idlespeed screw and adjust idle speedscrew to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.
• While still holding throttle lever againstidle speed screw, turn idle mixturescrew in (clockwise) until enginebegins to die and then turn out(counterclockwise) until engine runsrough. Turn screw to a point midwaybetween those two positions.
• Continue to hold throttle lever againstidle speed screw and adjust idle speedscrew to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM.Release throttle lever.
ACCELERATION TEST -
• Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates ordies, turn idle mixture screw out(counterclockwise) t/8 turn. Repeattest and continue to adjust, if neces-sary, 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. Overspeeding theengine above the factory high speedsetting can be dangerous. If you think theengine-governed high speed needsadjusting, contact your nearest autho-rized service center/department, whichhas proper equipment and experience tomake any necessary adjustments.
.,, ..Idle Speed
Screw
__ _ --.--Jdle Mixture
"_,_ _.._ Screw_Throttle
Lever
Idle Speed_
Screw__ _
Throttle _
Le ver ""-"---_ _---------_ldle _ixt ure
Screw
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Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.
CAUTION: Never store the tractor withgasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flame orspark. Allow the engine to cool beforestoring in any enclosure.
TRACTORRemove mower from tractor for winterstorage. When mower is to be stored fora period of time, clean it thoroughly,remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Storein a clean, dry area.• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of thismanual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary(See belt replacement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual).
• 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 paintsurfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATI'ERY
• Fully charge the battery for storage.• After a period 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 BATTERY AND TERMI-NALS" in the Maintenance section ofthis manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables discon-nected and place cables where theycannot come in contact with batteryterminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor forstorage, do not store battery directly onconcrete or damp surfaces.
ENGINEFUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to preventpuUmdeposits from forming in essential
el system parts such as carburetor, fuelfilter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.Also, experience indicates that alcoholblended fuels called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisturewhich leads to separation and formationof acids during storage. Acidic gas candamage the fuel system of an enginewhile in storage.• Drain the fuel tank.
• Start the engine and let it run until thefuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleane_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. Addstabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank orstorage container. Always follow the mixratio found on stabilizer container. Runengine at least 10 minutes after addingstabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tankand carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.ENGINEOIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replacewith clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" 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 your canstarts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in yourgasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoorsand cover it to give protection from dustand dirt.
• Cover your tractor with a suitableprotective cover that does not retainmoisture. Do not use plastic. Plasticcannot breathe which allows conden-sation to form and will cause yourtractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
CAUSEPROBLEM
Willnotstart
Hard to start
Engine will notturn over
Engine clicks butwill not start
Loss of power
• Out of fuel.• Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.• Engine flooded.
• Bad spark plug.• Dirty air filter.• Dirty fuel filter.• Water in fuel.
• Loose or damaged wiring.• Carburetor out of adjustment.
Service Adjustments• Engine valves out of
adjustment.
• Dirty air filter.• Bad spark plug.• Weak or dead battery.• Dirty fuel filter.• Stale or dirty fuel.
• Loose or damaged wiring.• Carburetor out of adjustment.
• Engine valves out ofadjustment.
• Clutch/brake pedal notdepressed
• Attachment clutch isengaged.
• Weak or dead battery.• Blown fuse.• Corroded battery terminals.• Loose or damaged wiring.• Faulty ignition switch.• Faulty solenoid or starter.
• Faulty operator presenceswitch(es).
• Weak or dead battery.• Corroded battery terminals.• Loose or damaged wiring.• Faulty solenoid or starter.
• Cutting too much grass/toofast.
• Throttle in "CHOKE"position.
CORRECTION
• Fill fuel tank.• See "TO START ENGINE"
in Operation section.• Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.• Replace spark plug.• Clean/replace air filter.• Replace fuel filter.• Drain fuel tank and carbure
tor, refill tank with freshgasoline and replace fuelfilter.
• Check all wiring.• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
section.• Contact an authorized
service center/department.
• Clean/replace air filter.• Replace spark plug.• Recharge or replace battery.• Replace fuel filter.• Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.• Check all wiring.• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service Adjustmentssection.
• Contact an authorized servicecenter/department.
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• Depress clutch/brake pedal.
• Disengage attachment clutch.
• Recharge or replace battery.• Replace fuse.• Clean battery terminals.• Check all wiring.• Check/replace ignition switch.• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.• Contact an authorized service
center/department.
• Recharge or replace battery.• Clean battery terminals.• Check all wiring.• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
• Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.
• Adjust throttle control.
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TROUBLESHOOIIN_ UHAHI
PROBLEM
Loss of power(Continued)
Excessivevibration
Engine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachment
clutch engaged
Poor cut - uneven
Mower blades willnot rotate
CAUSE CORRECTION
• Build-up of grass, leavesand trash under mower.Dirty air filter.Low oil level/dirty oil.Faulty spark plug.
Dirty fuel filter.Stale or dirty fuel.
Water in fuel.
Spark plug wire loose.
Dirty engine air screen/fins.
Dirty/clogged muffler.Loose or damaged wiring.Carburetor out ofadjustment.
Engine valves out ofadjustment.
• Worn, bent or loose blade.
• Bent blade mandrel.• Loose/damaged part(s).
• Faulty operator-safetypresence 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
from build-up of grass,leaves, and trash aroundmandrels.
• Clean underside of mowerhousing.
• Clean/replace air filter.• Check oil level/change oil.• Clean and regap or change
spark plug.• Replace fuel filter.• Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.• Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, refill tank with freshgasoline and replace fuelfilter.
• Connect and tighten sparkplug wire.
• Clean engine air screen/fins.
• Clean/replace muffler.• Check all wiring.• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustmentssection.
• Contact an authorizedservice center/department.
• Replace blade.Tighten blade bolt.
• Replace blade mandrel.• Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.
• Check wiring, switches andconnections. If not correctedcontact an authorizedservice center/department.
• Replace blade. Tightenblade bolt.
• Level mower deck.• Clean underside of mower
housing.• Replace blade mandrel.• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.
• Obstruction in clutchmechanism.
• Worn/damaged mowerdrive belt.
• Frozen idler pulley.• Frozen blade mandrel.
• Remove obstruction.
• Replace mower drive belt.
• Replace idler pulley.• Replace blade mandrel.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
Poor grassdischarge
Headlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)
Battery will notcharge
Loss of drive
Engine "backfires"when turningengine"OFF"
CAUSE
• Engine speed too slow.
• Travel speed too fast.• Wet grass.
• Mower deck not level.• Low/uneven tire air pressure.
• Worn, bent or loose blade.
• Buildup of grass, leaves andtrash under mower.
• Mower drive belt worn.• Blades improperly installed.
• Improper blades used.
• Clogged mower deck ventholes from buildup ofgrass, leaves, and trasharound mandrels.
• Switch is "OFF".• Bulb(s) burned out.• Faulty light switch.• Loose or damaged wiring.
• Blown fuse.
• Bad battery cell(s).• Poor cable connections.
• Faulty regulator(if so equipped).
• Faulty alternator.
• Freewheel control in"disengaged" position.
• Motion drive belt worn,damaged, or broken.
• Air trapped in transmission
durin.g, shipment orservicing.
• Engine throttle control notset at "S LOW"position for 30 secondsstopping engine.
CORRECTION
• Place throttle control in"FAST" position.
• Shift to slower speed.• Allow grass to dry before
mowing.• Level mower deck.• Check tires for proper air
• Replace battery.• Check/clean all connections.• Replace regulator.
• Replace alternator.
• Place freewheel control in"engaged" position.
• Replace motion drive belt.
• Purge transmission.
• Move throttle control to"SLOW" position and allowto idle for 30 seconds beforestopping engine.
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SCHEMATIC
I HAL; IUH - - MUL)P-.L NUMI::II"H 917.270940
)G A1
IGNITIONSWITCH
IGNITION SWITCH
POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"
_OFF M+G+A1 NONE
RUN_IGRT B+A1 A2+L
RUN B+A1 NONE
START 3+ S + A1 NONE
BATTERY
REOFUSE
CLUTCH / BRAKE(PEDAL UP)
BLACK
BLACK
SOLENOID
RED
STARTER
_H_TF-
SEAT SWITCH(NOT OCCUPIED)
I
I
I i •
q (_ BLACK
GROUNDINGBLACK (CLUTCH OFF) I CONNECTOR
(OPTIONAL)
- -_ BLACK _
FUELI /LINE i
IGNITIONUNIT
TWIN CYL. ENGINES
BLACK
L I
FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENO}D
(IF SO EQUIPPED)
ORANGE
CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN O 3600 RPM3 AMP OC @ 3600 RPM
REO I
LIGHTINGSYSTEMOUTPUTDIODE IIALTERNATOR
5AMPAC@3600RPM_ LI \
\ 14 VOLTS AC MIN _ 3600 RpM (LIGHTS OFF}
NOTE
YOUR TRACTOR ISEQUIPPED WiTH A SPECIALALTERNATOR SYSTEM.THE LIGHTS ARE NOTCONNECTED TO THEBATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIROWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE,BECAUSE OF THIS, THEBRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTSWILL CHANGE WITH ENGINESPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTSWILL DIM. ASTHE ENGINE ISSPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTSWILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.
BROWN
HEADLIGHTS
NON-REMOVABLECONNECTIONS
OREMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
WIRING INSULATED CLIPSNOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FORSERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TOPROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
STD551143 Washer154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro134683 Guide Belt RH Engine169183 Strap Torque Lh19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.169182 StrapTorque Rh169496 Spacer, Split121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.STD581075 E-Ring123583X Key, Square121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.165596 Shaft Asm Cross165711 SpringTorsion19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.169594 Link Transaxle164890X428 Console, Shift124346X1702014497H7211061016585019133210166002165589165494721404067368040074780416190910101656231668801654921655801696131695931696127214050872110612
Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 ZincControl BypassRetainer Spring 1" Zinc/CadBolt Carr. 3/8-16 x 1.25
Bushing Bellcrank Grd DriveWasher 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125Bracket Shift MountHub Tappered Flange Shift LtBolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5Nut Crownlock1/4-20 UncBolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 GaBracket Pivot LeverScrew 5/16-18 x 5/8Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561Plate Fastening LtNytiner Snap-tnWasher NylinerBolt Shoulder 5/16-18UNCBolt RDHD SQNK 5/16-18UNC x 1Bolt Carr SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2Gr.5
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm
34 691302 Valve-Intake35 65906 Spring-Valve (Intake) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-210036 26828 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) High Speed: 3000-32040 221596 Retainer-Valve (Exhaust)41 292260 Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) .# Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.42 494553 Keeper-VaNe • Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number 121.45 261368 Tappet-Valve • Included in Value Overhaul Kit,46 691161 Camshaft Ref Number 1095.47 393415 Slinger-Oil + Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number 86148 498542 Short Block50 213290 Manifold-Intake NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.51 271412 -#i Gasket-intake inches t inch = 25.4 mm
592 92278 Nut (Governor Lever) (Governor, Control Rod)601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1137 690390 Washer615 690328 Retainer (Governor Crank) (Governor, Control Rod)615A 690317 Retainer-Governor Shaft 1138 690330 Nut (Governor, Control Rod)616 491530 Crank-Governor 445777-0027-E1 Replacement Engine634 690657 _ Seal-Governor Shaft634A 271013 Washer-Foam RPM Settings: LowSpeed: t900-2100635 66538 Boot-Spark Plug High Speed: 3000-320637 693510 Washer-Seal643 496700 Retainer-Air Filter _r Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.689 690555 Spring-Friction • Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number 121.697 93585 Screw (Drive Cap) • Included in Value Overhaul Kit,725 280866 Shield-Heat Ref Number 1095.726 391362 Gear-Ring + Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number 861741 691285 Gear-Timing783 693059 Gear-Starter NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.789 695050 Wiring Harness inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm797 94010 Nut (Starter Terminal)
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SIGHTING _. ._..CuT
IIDE TH_
ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL
15° MAX.
;1 A Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not Ii!I _ greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-il _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
_!_ _i!l caution when cha ging direction on slopes
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