Owner's Manual

rRAFTSMAN+20.0 HPELECTRIC START46" MOWERAUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.917.272140

• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:Read and follow allSafety Rules and Instructionsbefore operating this equip-ment.

For answers to your questionsabout this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917Sears Craftsman Help Line5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ................................................. 2Safety Rules ........................................... 2Product Specifications ........................... 5Assembly ................................................ 8Operation .............................................. 12Maintenance Schedule ......................... 19

Maintenance ......................................... 19

Service and Adjustments ...................... 23Storage ................................................. 29Troubleshooting .................................... 30Repair Parts ......................................... 34Parts 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 rights 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 responsible adults, 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 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 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.

• Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputting 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 themachine and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain where

you last saw them.• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.• Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall offand be seriously 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 extra 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 belts, tight and keep equip-ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.Check their proper operation regulady.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debds 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.

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• Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswiththeenginerunning.

• 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 another

responsible adult.• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter 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. 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 the bladesand proceed slowly straight down theslope.

• Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,and then, turn slowly and graduallydownhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-tant safety precautions. It means CAU-TION!H BECOME AWARE!!! 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.

AWARNING: The engine exhaust fromthis product contains chemicals known tothe State of California to cause cancer,birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDAND TYPE: REGULAR

:)IL TYPE SAE -30(above 32°F)API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTSW/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJ19LM'GAP: .030")

VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .00T'-.009"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0 - 5.5(MPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSIREAR: 10 PSI

CHARGINGSYSTEM: 16AMPS@ 3600 RPM

BATI'ERY: AMP/I-IR: 30MIN. CCA: 240CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.,TORQUE:

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-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".

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 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 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).

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Knob

(1) ShoulderBolt 5/16-18

©(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10

(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

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Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

/

Manual

D

VideoCassette

Mulcher

Plate

SteeringWheel

i

Pads Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder (2) WashersBolts 3/8 x 718x 14 Gauge

(2) Gauge Wheels

__I I I

(2) Latch HookAssemblies

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

Q(2) Center lock Nuts

Stee_ng Sleeve

Steedng SleeveE_en_on

_ 0_} Steedng

Wheel

Inse_

(2) Front Link Assemblies

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Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledat thefactorywithexceptionof thosepartslettunassembledfor shippingpurposes.Toensuresafeand properoperationof yourtractorall partsandhardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe correcttoolsasnecessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebeforeyoubegin.TOOLS REQUIRED FORASSEMBLYAsocketwrenchset will make assemblyeasier. Standard wrench sizes you needare listed below.(2) 1/2" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/(1)Pliers drive Ratchet(1) Utility knife(1) Phillips Screwdriver(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it 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 parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (Seepage 6).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines onall four corners of shipping carton, andlay panels flat.

• Remove mower and package materials.• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFFSKIDATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• Remove Iocknut and large flat washerfrom steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.• Slide the steering sleeve over the steer-

ing shaft.• Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering wheel,• Position steering wheel so cress bars

are horizontal (left to dght) and slideonto adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering shaftwith Iocknut and large flat washer previ-ously removed. Tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into centerof steedng wheel.

• Remove protective materials from trac-tor hood and grill.

I > /Steering

Wheellnse"_--- L_k Nut

Large Flat_Washer

- .Steering _ -Wheel

Wheel _Adapteru Steering

_-.--._1 / SleeveTabs _ Extension

Shaft

SteeringSleeve

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove anystaples in skid that may puncture tireswhere tractor is to roll off skid.

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

clutch/brake pedal.• Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (Se_"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operationsection of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORCONNECTBATTERY• Lift hoodto raisedposition.• If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (labellocated between terminals) charge bat-tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10amps. (See "BATTERY" inMAINTENANCE section of this manual

for charging instructions).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder 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 position isreached which allows you to pressclutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjustedposition.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knobsecurely,

Seat Pan

ShoulderBolt

/Adjustment Knob

Seat

Flat Washer

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 BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor,check to see that the brake is properlyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE _ in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface andmower suspension arms are raised withattachment lift control. Engage parkingbrake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-swaybar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar toleft side of mower deck.

• Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install beltinto 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 springs asshown.

• Install second front link in left hand front

suspension bracket only and retain withsingle loop retainer spring as shown.

•Tum height adjustment knob counter-clockwise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment liftcontrol.

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• Place the left hand suspension arm onoutward pointing deck pin. If necessary,rock and raise front of mower to aligndeck 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 right hand suspension arm onoutward pointing deck pin. If necessary,rock and raise front of mower to aligndeck pin with the hole in suspensionarm. Retain with double loop retainerspring with loops down as shown.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack-et under left footrest and retain withdouble loop retainer spring.

• Turn height adjustment knob clockwiseto remove slack from mower suspen-sion.

• Raise mower to highest position.Assemble gauge wheels (See "TOADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in theOperation section of this manual).

Double LoopChassis Retainer SpringBracket (Outward pointing

Shoulder deck pins)Bolt

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should beproperly leveled. See "TO LEVELMOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments 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.

Front

Suspension SuspensionArms Brackets

Front MowerBracket

3/8 Washer3/8-16CenterLocknut

Use Pliers For:_etainerSprings

Double LoopRetainer Spring

Anti-SwayBar

Idler

Pulley

Single LoopRetainer Springs

Discharge Guard

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, andweld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latchhook by inserting weld nut from the topwith hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.• Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right 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 hoie on back ofmower deck.

,ACAUTION: 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 OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store ina safe place. Your mower is now ready fordischarging or installation of optional grasscatcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to changeblades. The mulchar blades are designedfor discharging and bagging also.

Weld NutHook Points

WeldNut

LockWasher Latch

Hook

Latch

Washer

Mulcher '_-----Screw

Plate

Washer

CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWINGCHECKLIST:

v' All assembly instructions have beencompleted.

v' No remaining loose parts in carton.t/ Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).t/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely._/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires wereoverinflated at the factory).

v' Be sure mower deck is propedy leveledside-to-side/front-to-rear for best cuttingresults. (33res must be properly inflatedfor leveling).

v' Check mower and drive belts. Be surethey are routed propedy around pulleysand inside all belt keepers.

_' Check wiring. See that all connectionsare still secure and wires are propedyclamped.

v' Before driving tractor, be sure free-wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOURTRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION 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 - their

location and function. Operate thembefore you start the engine.

,/ 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 starting andtransmission purging instructions (See=TO START ENGINE" and "PURGETRANSMISSION" in the Operationsection of this manual).

DeflectorShield

_ Latch

_Hooks

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Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwiththe product.Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning.

BATTERY CAUTION ORWARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

®OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKINGBRAKE UNLOCKEDLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

R N H LATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

•CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDSATrACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAYFREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference,

Ammeter

Throttle Control

IgnitionSwitch

Light SwitchPosition

AttachmentClutch Switch

LeverPlunger

Clutch/BrakeControl

Choke Control

AttachmentLiftLever

Height BrakeAdjustmentKnob Motion

Control Lever

FreewheelControl

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the AmericanNational Standards Institute.

A'n'ACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-tachments mounted to your tractor.CHOKE CONTROL: Used when startinga cold engine.LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights onand off.

THROTTLE: Used to control enginespeed.CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor andstarting the engine.FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengagestransmission for pushing or slowly towingthe tractor with the engine off.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects thespeed and direction of the tractor.ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used toraise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing itsposition.IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting andstopping the engine.AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)or discharging (-),PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.13

I Ilffi=!_ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the Ieyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses |or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or |repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- |

dard safety glasses. I

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

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,• 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 ClutchControl =Disengag_ Switch Pull Out To

=Engage"

"Brake""Position

g=Engaged" Position

Pedal =Ddve"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 position.NOTE: Failure to move throttle control toslow position and allowing engine to idlebefore stopping may cause engine to"backfire".

•Tum 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 discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor 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 CONTROLAlways 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 HEIGHTThe cutting height is controlled by turningthe height adjustment knob in desireddirection.• Turn knob clockwise (C,) to raise cutting

height.• Turn knob counterclockwise (,3)to

lower cutting height.

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The cutting height range is approximately1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measuredfrom the ground to the blade tip with theengine not running. These heights are ap-proximate and may vary depending uponsoil conditions, height of grass and typesof grass being mowed.• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during thecool season and to over 3 inches duringhot months. For healthier and better

looking 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 WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly 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 aflat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height(See _I'O ADJUST MOWER CUTTINGHEIGHT" in the 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.

Gauge Wheel _._Mounting.,,Bracket _f/,_

3/8-10Locknu_3/8 Washer-----'-_

Gauge Wheel --""Shoulder 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.• Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

• Start mower blades by engaging attach-ment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

,_age attachment clutch control.CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, onmowers so equipped, or the dischargeguard in place.Attachment ClutchSwitch Pull Out To

"Engage"

Push In To=Disengage"

Attachment Lift LeverHigh Position

Lowi_Position

S/,.?

DischargeGuard

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_,CAUTION: Do not drive 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 stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttlecontrol lever to slower position.

• If 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 lever

does not retum 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 turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, besure to disengage transmission by placingfreewheel control in freewheeling position.Freewheel control is located at the reardrawbar of tractor.• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.• Pull freewheel control knob out and hold

in position by inserting retainer springinto forward hole of control rod.

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• Do not push or tow tractor at more thantwo (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverseabove procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage whentransporting your tractor on a truck or atrailer, be sure hood is closed and securedto tractor. Use an appropriate means oftying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHERATrACHMENTSTow only the attachments that are recom-mendedby 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 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 necessary,add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick isreached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you shouldchange oil for easier starting (See "OILVISCOSITY CHART" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).• To change engine oil, see the

Maintenance section in this manual.ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87octane. (Use of leaded gasoline willincrease carbon and lead oxidedeposits and reduce valve life). Do notmix oil with _asoline.

Purchase fuel m quantities that can beused within 30 days to assure fuel freshhess.IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera_tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, cleanwinter grade gasoline to help insure goodcold weather starting.

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_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 until the fuel lines and carburetor areempty. Use fresh fuel next season. SeeStorage Instructions for additional informa-tion. Never use engine or carburetorcleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-nent 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 attempt. 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 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 control outand retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° FAND ABOVE)

• When engine starts, slowly push chokecontrol in until 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 attachmentsandgrounddrivecannowbeused.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

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 duringthe engine warm up period.

• The attachments 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 the

Service and Adjustments section of thismanual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

•A CAUTION: Never en_lage or disen-gage freewheel lever wh=le the engine isrunning.To ensure proper operation and perfor-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 removal for service or replace-ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-lion before operating the tractor.• Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.• Disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheehng 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 forwardposition and hold for five (5) seconds.Move lever to full reverse position andhold for five (5) seconds. Repeat thisprocedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will beno movement of drive wheels. The air isbeing removed from hydraulic drive sys-tem.• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parkingbrake.

• Engage transmission by placing free-wheel control in driving 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 return 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 ready fornormal operation.

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MOWING TIPS• 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.• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto 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 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 give best performance of the at-tachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keepmower housing free of built-up grass andtrash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recutthe 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. 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 earlyafternoon. 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 pattern 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.

'_!_K_I_" _ Max 1/3. t _ i ,

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FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COM PL ETE /'_J_'/_-_S E__ _" _RVIREGULAR SERVICE CE DATES

Check Brake Operation _ i I_Check Tire Pressure ; I_

Check Operator Presence and

RT interlock Systems I_Check for Loose Fasteners Vw7 If

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I V'4

Lubrication Chwt _ li_oT Check Battery Level

R Cioan Battery and Terminals _ 1_

Check Transaxle Cooling IJ_

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Ks

Check Engine Oil Level V' ll_

Change Engine Oil _.2_: V'

E i Clean Air AlterClean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester IkfReplace Oil Filter (if equipped) _,s

N Clean Engine C°°ling Fins _2Replace Spark Plug ll_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V*a

Replace Fuel Filter I_

1- Change more oftenwhen operaSng under a himW Ioedor in highembie_t t=rnperaturu. 5 - If zm_ippedwith adjustable system.2 - Service more oftenwhen aperaUng in din'yor du=tyconditions. 6 oNot rzquirKI if equippedwt61m=interm_e-lree batte_3 - _fequlppedw_lt_oil fi#er, change oilevery 50 hour=. 7 - T_hten/ford =xle pivotbolt to 35 ft.*lt_, m=_um.4 - Replace b/ade_ mo_ oftenwhen mowingin sandy soil. DO not overl_lhtOn.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The 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. Some

Oadjustments will need to be made periodi- E,earincally to properly maintain your tractor.All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should O Enginebe 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 new Clutch

Pivot(s)spark plug and clean air filter assureproper air-fuel mixture and help yourengine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE• Check engine oil level.• Check brake operation.• Check tire pressure.• Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHARTe_Zerk Zerk

WheelBearingZerk

O SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OILO General Purpose GreaseO Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivotpoints which have special nylon bear-ings.Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirtthat will shorten the life of the self-lubricatingbearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubri-cant sparingly.19

TRACTORAlwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper-formingany maintenance.BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high speed in highestgear, then brake must be adjusted. (See"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service andAdjustments section of this manual).TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or 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 due to slow leaks, tire sealantmay be purchased from your local partsdealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dryrot and corrosion.OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEMBe sure that operator presence and inter-lock systems are working properly. Ifyourtractor does not function as describedbelow, repair the problem immediately.• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressedand attachment 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 neveroperate 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 bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,center hole in blade must align with 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:treated.

TrailingEdge

FlatWasherLock

Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

MandrelAssembly

CenterHole

Star

/

_-- Hex Bolt,*AGrade 8 heat treatedboltcan be

identifiedby six lineson the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADENOTE: 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 causeexcessive vibration and eventual damageto mower and engine.• The blade canbe sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while it is on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a5/8" diameter steel bolt, 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 unthreaded portion

of the steel belt 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" Bolt Bladeor Pin

BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use.However, periodic charging of the batterywith an automotive charger will extend itslife.

Keep battery and t_erminals clean.

i eep battery bolts tight.Keep small vent holes open.

• 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.

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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 firstthen 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-B_LTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wearafter 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 en_]ine is running or while thetransmission _s hot.• Inspect cooling fan to be sure f_n

blades are intact and clean.• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To preventdamage to seals, do not use com-pressed air or high pressure sprayer toclean 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 operating tem-perature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

.to" o- 20-

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT CtL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting incold weather, these multi-viscosity oils willresult in increased oil consumption whenused above 32°F. Check your engine oillevel more frequently to avoid possibleengine damage from running low on oil.Change the oil after every 50 hours ofoperation or at least once a year if thetractor is not used for 50 hours in one_ear.

heck the crankcase oil level before start-ing the engine and after each eight (8)hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-stick securely each time you check the oillevel.TO CHANGE ENGINE OILDetermine 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" section of thismanual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick forchecking level. Be sure dipstick cap istightened securely for accurate reading.Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

_ Air ScreenOil Drain .........._--v_ _/_._

Plug _

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick_ _}_

CLEAN AIR SCREENAir 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.ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from enginecooling fins to prevent engine damagefrom overheating.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.Remove hex bolts from blower housingand lift housing off engine.

• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry ofdirt.

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• Use compressed air or stiff bristle brushto thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above proce-dure.

Hex Blower Housing

Bolts_.__Hex Bolts

Air Screen

Oil Fill/DipstickTube,

SparkEngine Cooling Fins Plug

AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly using adirty airfllter. 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.• Remove knobs and cover.TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it inclean, absorbent cloth and squeeze toremove excess oil.

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,replace cartridge.

• Reinstall precleaner cartridge, coverand secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, suchas kerosene, are not to be used to cleanthe cartridge. They may cause deteriora-tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.Do not use pressurized air to clean or drycartridge.

Knobs-

Cover _.__ Cartridge

Foam _Pre-cleaner

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every seasonor every other oil change if the tractor isused more than 100 hours in one year.• Unscrew old filter by turning counter-

clockwise. Use a suitable container tocatch oil.

• Apply a thin coating of new engine oil torubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

• Install replacement oil filter by turningclockwise until rubber gasket contactsmounting surface, then tighten filter anadditional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.

• Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TOCHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this sectionof this manual). For approximatecapacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-TIONS" section of this manual.

• Start engine and check for oil leaks.Correct any leaks before placing engineinto full operation.

ilter

MUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-ate a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUGSReplace 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 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 properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-line.

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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 automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a gardenhose 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.• 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.

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 spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer spdngs from suspen-sion arms at deck and disengage armsfrom deck.

• Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-tion.

• Remove two retainer spdngs from eachfront link and remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electdc clutch pulley.• Slide mower out from under dght side of

tractor.IMPORTANT: If an attachment other thanthe mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure descdbed in =INSTALLMOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

AdjustmentNuts

SuspensionArms

LiftLinks

Front MowerBracket

ElectricClutch

Front

Bracket

ChassisBracket_

RetainerSpring

Anti-SwayBar

FrontSuspensionBracket

-,_Retainer

Spdngs

Bracket

RetainerSprings

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See =PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). If tiros areover or underinflated, you will not propedyadjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge ofmower to ground. Distance "A" on bothsides of mower should be the same orwithin 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten liftlink adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen liftlink adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nutwill change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge ofMower to ,_._._._Mower to Ground

Ground _

SuspensionArm

Lift LinkAdjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. If the following front-to-back adjust-ment is necessary, be sure to adjust bothfront links equally so mower will staylevel side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, themower housing should be adjusted so thatthe front is approximately 1/8" to 112"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.• 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 oftums.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lowerat front than roar, tighten nuts "Pagainst trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "Pfrom 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 "P againsttrunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both F_ Length

Nut =P

LinksTO 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 clippings

which 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 pri-mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-ing.

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MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt

is in both belt keepers at the idlers asshown.

• Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley.• Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel pulley.• Carefully check belt routing making sure

belt is in the grooves correctly andinside belt keepers.

• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Left Hand IdlerMandrel ,lleysCover Screws

Electric

MowerDrive

Belt

Left HandMandrel

PrimaryIdler Arm

Belt 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 four screws from right handmandrel cover and remove cover.Unhook spring from bolt on mowerhousing.

• 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.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler tosee that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondaryidler arm and away-bar bracket.

• Install new belt in lower groove of lefthand mandrel pulley, idler pulley, andcenter mandrel pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over right 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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Left Hand Mower Blade CenterMandrel, Drive Belt Mandrel Idler

Pulley

HandMandrel

Cover

SecondaryIdler Arm

Anti-Sway-Bar BracketScrew

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 in high-est gear, then brake must be adjusted.• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.• Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.• If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until 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 authorized ser-vice center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

"A"

Jam Nut Operating

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjust-ment is necessary contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake. For assistance, there is abelt installationguide decal on bottom sideof left footrest.• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)• Disconnect clutch wire harness.• Remove clutch Iocator.• Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.• Pull belt stack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards fromtransmission input pulley and over cool-ing fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor andremove downwards from around electricclutch.

• Install new belt by reversing above pro-cedure.

Electric _ __ ,.-.€-- _ Clutch

C,utch ,ocatorClutching _ I _Idler _ _ I '!r_ 17"_

sta oa Transmission _ II Clutch

,nputPu,ey-- II W rr ,,s

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 move forwardor backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that positionand turn engine off.

• While holding motion control lever inplace, loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move motion control lever to the neutral

(N) (lock gate) position.• Tighten adjustment belt securely.NOTE: If additional clearance is neededto 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 neutralposition, 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

,= BoltTRANSMISSION REMOVAUREPLACE-

MENTShould your transmission require removalfor service or replacement, it should bepurged after reinstallation and beforeoperating the tractor. See =PURGETRANSMISSION" in the Operation sectionof this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-MENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not hod-zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-tioned straight forward, remove steeringwheel and reassemble per instructions inthe Assembly section of this manual.

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FRONTWHEELTOE-IN/CAMBERThe front wheel toe-in and camber are notadjustable on your tractor. If damage hasoccurred to affect the front wheel toe-in orcamber, contact your nearest authorizedservice 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 preventflat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealantmay be purchased from your local partsdealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dryrot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining _X_

,x,oSquare Key (Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAKBA'B'ERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flameand smoking materials away from batter-ies. Always wear eye protection whenaround batteries.If your battery is too weak to start theengine, it should be recharged. (See"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-tion 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 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 BLACKcable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSEORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis andthen from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both battedes.

"Positi_tive" (-)

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REPLACING BATTERYACAUTION: 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, dngs,etc.Positive terminal must be connected firstto 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 boltand keps nut as shown. Tighten secure-ly.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable tonegative (-) battery terminal withremaining hex bolt and keps nut.Tighten securely.

• Close terminal access doors.• Close hood.

Terminal ,.Hex BoltAccess ,<.'' :.;'"

Cable

Terminal

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 in thebackside of the gdll.

• Close hood.

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INTERLOCKSAND RELAYSLooseordamagedwiringmaycauseyourtractorto runpoorly,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 atsides, tilt toward engine and lift off oftractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

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bly from air cleaner.• 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.

• Replace air cleaner cover assembly andtighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETORYour carburetor is not adjustable. If yourengine does not operate properly due tosuspected carburetor problems, take yourtractor to an authorized service center forrepair and/or adjustment.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 speed set-ting can be dangerous. If you think the

_verned )eed needsen_ine-g_ high sradjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO-RIZED service center/department, whichhas proper equipment and experience tomake any necessary adjustments.

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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 CONTROLCABLE

The 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 follows:• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.• Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and pullcable back until swivel is against stop.Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not be nec-essary. Check adjustment as describedbelow before Ioasening cable, if adjust-ment is necessary, proceed as follows:• With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to fullchoke position.

• Loosen knob and remove cover assem- 28

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

,_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flame orspark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-ing in any enclosure.

TRACTORRemove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,etc. Store in a clean, dry area.• Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this man-

ual).• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in 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 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 of

this manual).• 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 tank 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 until thefuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleanerproducts 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 follow the 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 using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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).•Tum ignition key to "START" position for

a few seconds to distribute oil

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one 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 to

form and cause your tractor to rust.IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor whileengine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turnover

Engine clicks butwillnot start

Loss of power

CAUSE

• Out of fuel.• Engine not'CHOKED" prop-

erly.• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.• Dirty air filter.• Dirty fuel filter.• Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged widng.• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjust-ment.

• Dirty air filter.• Bad spark plug.• Weak or dead battery.• Dirty fuel filter.• Stale or dirtyfuel.

• Loose or damaged widng.• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjust-ment.

• Clutch/brake pedal notdepressed.

• Attachment clutch is engaged.• Weak or dead battery.• Blown fuse.• Corroded battery terminals.• Loose or damaged widng.• 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.• Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.• Dirty air filter.• Low oil level/dirtyoil.

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 carburetor,

refill tank with freshgasoline and replace fuel filter.

• Check all widng.• See =ToAdjust Carburetor" in

Service 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 "ToAdjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustmentssection.

• Contact an authorized servicecenter.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment clutch.• Recharge or replace battery.• Replace fuse.• Clean battery terminals.• Check all wiring.

i • Check/replace ignition switch.• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.• Contact an authorized service

center.

• Recharge or replace battery.• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Set in "Higher Cut"posi-tion/reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.• Clean underside of mower

housing.• Clean/replace air filter.• Check oil level/change oil.

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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLossofpower(cont'd) • Faulty spark plug.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues torun when operatorleaves seat with attachment clutchengaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will notrotate

Poor grass discharge

• Dirty fuel filter.• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.• Dirty/clogged muffler.• Loose or damaged wiring.• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjust-ment.

• Wom, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.• Loose/damaged part(s).

• Faulty operator-safety pres-ence control system.

• Wom, bent or loose blade.

• Mower deck not level.• Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.• Bent blade mandrel.• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup ofgrass, leaves, and trasharound mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch mecha-nism.

• Worn/damaged mower ddvebelt.

• Frozen idler pulley.• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.• Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Clean and regap or changespark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.• Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh gasoline andreplace fuel filter.

• Connect and tighten spark plugwire.

• Clean engine air screenfiins.• Clean/replace muffler.• Check all wiring.• See "ToAdjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustmentssection.

• Contact an authorized servicecenter.

• Replace blade. Tighten bladebolt.

! • Replace blade mandrel.• Tighten loose part(s). Replace

damaged parts.

• Check widng, switches and con-nections. If notcorrected, contact an authorizedservice center/department.

• Replace blade. Tighten bladebolt.

• Level mower deck.• Clean underside of mower hous-

ing.• Replace blade mandrel.• Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idlerpulley.• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttlecontrol in "FAS'Fposition.

• Shift to slower speed.• Allow grass to dry before mow-

ing.• Level mower deck.

i * Check tires for proper air pres-sure.

• Replace/sharpen blade. Tightenblade bolt.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLFM CAUSE

Poor grass discharge • Buildup of grass, leaves and(cont'd)

Headlight(s) not worki ing (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine =backfires"when fuming engine"OFP

trash 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 "OFP.• Bulb(s) burned out.• Faulty light switch.• Loose or damaged wiring.• Blown fuss.

• Bad battery cell(s).• Poor cable connections.• Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).• Faulty alternator.

• Freewheel control in "disen-gaged" position.

• Motion drive belt worn, dam-aged or broken.

• Air trapped in transmissionduring shipmentor servicing.

• Engine throttle controlnot setat "SLOW" position for 30 sec-onds before stoppingengine.

CORRECTION

• Clean underside of mowerhousing.

• Replace mower drive belt.• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.• Replace with blades listed in

this manual.• Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".• Replace bulb(s).• Check/replace light switch.• Check wiringand connections.• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.• Check/clean all connections.• Replace regulator.

• Replace altemator.

• Place freewheel control in=engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to "SLOW"position and allow to idle for 30seconds before stoppingengine.

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START + S + A1 NONE

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NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Ball, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Ball, BtrFront 1/4-20x7-1/211 150109 HolddownBatteryFront Mount12 145769 Nut, Push NylonBattery Front1/416 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In! 8 17720408 BoltBIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/219 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/420 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-2021 166184 Harness, Light22 4152J LightBulb24 8860R Cable, Battery25 146148 Cable, Battery26 166180 Fuse27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc28 145491 Cable, Ground29 160784 Switch,Seat30 163968 Switch, Ignition33 140403 Key, Molded,Craftsman40 166166 Harness, Ignition42 131563 Cover,Terminal43 145673 Solenoid

45 12282.2X Ammeter Rectangular15Amp50 154963 SwitchPro 3 Pdt Red Delta 9655 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18x 1/2

70 166668 Harness Engine79 163996 Socket,Light Bulb80 146685 HarnessClutch Evx

81 109748X RelayAsm

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1 1668192 1403563 174906129 163976

t0 STD53371011 16345513 16345617 161023X55820 16202625 1913131226' STD54143728 160564X55829 16123530 154791X55831 13997637 1749050838 13988639 13988754 16146458 16123659 110436X60 STD53370764 16202574 STD541437

140 158418142 165867143 154966144 154207145 156524154 161897155 161900156 163805157 163806158 162037159 155123X428160 162967161 164655166 164863

NOTE:

DESCRIPTIONChassisDmwbar

Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type "ITDash, Stealth Y'rGT 2 cylBolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1Panel, Dash, LHPanel, Dash, RHHood AssemblyPlate Battery StytWasher 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 GaugeLocknut,Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 UNCGrille, MS-558Lens, GrilleFender/Footrest

Bracket, Fender/SupportScrew, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2TYTPivotBracketAssembly,LH, Mower, RearPivotBracketAssembly,RH, Mower, RearScrew Hex WslxI 8-18 x 7/8Duct Hood Stealth

Bushing,Snap, SplitBolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4Dash Lower STYTNut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

Bracket SuspensionFrontPlata ReinforcementSTLTBackrest SwaybarChassisBracket FootrestSTLTRod Pivot Chassis/HoodBracket Dash Stealth RhBracket Dash Stealth LhStriker Plate Stealth

Magnet Stealth YtgtParking Brake BkrtCupholderStl BIkFastnsr NutpalExtrusionBumperScrew HwHd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

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1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 66 154778HydroGear 319-0650 71 140158

2 142431 Spdng, Return,Brake 73 1563473 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 74 121199X8 165866 Rod Shift Fender 75 121749X9 160889 ClutchElec Evx 76 12000001

10 76020416 PinCotter 1/8x 1 CAD 77 123583X14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 78 121748X16 73800500 Nut LockHex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Uoc18 74780616 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x I Gr. 5 81 16559119 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 82 16571120 150280 BoltHexTI16-20x4-1/45Ga. 83 1917121621 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 84 16581522 145627 ROd,Brake Hydro 89 164890X42823 154978 BracketAsm ClutchMtg Evx 90 124346X24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 93 14256425 106888x Spdng,Brake ROd 94 14046226 19131316 Washer 95 14464327 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 96 4497H28 145204 ROd,ParkingBrake 97 14046929 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake30 130807 Bracket,Transaxte 98 735106(X)32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 100 19111216

33 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 102 14132234 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 103 7394080035 120183X Bearing,Nylon 104 14015636 19211616 Washer 105 7107051637 1572H Pin, Roll 145 7449054038 131494 Pulley,Idler,Rat 146 7449053639 74760644 Bolt 147 74490524

40 4470J Spacer,Split 150 16585041 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler 151 1913321042 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 156 166002

Gauge 157 15323647 127783 Pulley, Idler,V-Groove 158 16558948 154407 BellcrankClutchGrnd Drw Stl 159 16549449 123205X Retainer, Belt 160 1929201650 74760624 Bolt 161 7214040651 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/6-16 UNC 162 7368040052 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 163 7478041653 105710X Link,Clutch 164 1909101055 105709X Spring,Return,Clutch 165 16562356 74760620 Bolt Hex 3/6-16 x 1-1/4 166 16688057 140294 V-Belt,Ground Drive 168 16549259 140312 Keeper, Center Span 169 16558061 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty.Tr62 8883R Cover,Pedal63 145868 Pulley, Engine65 10040700 Washer

Keeper Bolt EngineHydroStrapTorque Lh Hydro 18/20" TStrap TorqueRh Hydro 18/20" TSpacer,SplitWasher 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16GaE-RingKey,SquareWasher 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16GaugeShaftAsm. Cross Tapered650 20SpdngTorsionWasher 17/32 x 3/4 x 16Ga,LinkTransaxle 0650 LT/YTiSTLConsole, ShiftNut Self-ThdWsh-hd 114Zinc

Line Fuel Hydro4"Fan, Hydro7"ControlBypassHydro20" "nresRetainerSpdng 1"Zinc/CadKeeper Bolt Rh Hydro 075018/20"Nut Keps Hex 3/8.16 UricWasher 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.Washer Boliville .501D x 1.50D

Nut Hex Jam T_olock 1/4-20 UnfArm, ControlHydroScrew Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1Bolt He)( Rghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5Bolt FinHex 5/16-18 un¢x 2-1/4Bolt FinFlex 5/16-18 uocx 1-1/2BushingBolicrank Grd DriveWasher 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125Bolt, Shoulder5/16-18 Uee-2ABracketShift Mount

Hub TaperedRange Shift LTWasher29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16Ga.Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5Nut Crownlock1/4-20 UocBoltHex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x I Gr 5Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.BracketPivotLeverScrew 5/16o18x 5/8Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 x .561Plate Fastening

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1 159944X428 SteedngWheel2 154427 Axle AssemblySTMP DroppedSTL3 156483 SpindleAssembly,L.H.4 157473 SpindleAssembly,R.H.5 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust,Hardened6 121748X Washer 25/32 x1-5/8 x16 Gauge7 19272016 Washer 27i32x1-1/4x16Gauge8 12000029 Ring,Klip9 3366R Bearing,StearingColumn

10 156438 DraglinkExtendedStamped11 STD551137 Washer, Lock12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock1/2-20 Unf13 154779 BearingAxJeSTLT/GT15 73901000 Nut, Lock,Range 5/8.11 UNC17 156543 ShaftAseambly,Steering18 57079 Washer,Thrust .515 x .750 x .03319 160395 Support,Shaft22 165857 Screw Hex Wshnd Ton<23 165851 PittmanShaftAssembly25 154406 Bracket, Steering27 136874 Gear, Sector29 17490612 Screw, Thd.,Roll. 3/6-16x3/432 139929 Rod, "Re33 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga/

34 STD551131 WasherLock Hvy Spr. 5/1635 73810500 Locknut5/16-24 Unf36 155105 Bushing,Steering37 152927 Screw

38 159946X428 Insert,SteeringWheel40 STD541537 GripcoNut41 159945 Adaptor,SteeringWheel42 163888 Boot,SteeringShaft43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge46 121232X Cap, Spindle47 6855M Fitting,Grease62 167905 Kit SteeringAsm Service65 154780 SpacerAxle66 154404 BearingArm Pittman67 74781044 BOlLFin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/468 154429 Axle, Brace72 19182411 Washer9/16 Id x 1-1/2Od 11G Zin73 160135 SteeringSleeve Extension79 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.80 74950612 BoltHex Nylon3/8-16 x 3/4

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1 164067 Control,Throttle3 ...... Engine, (See Breakdown)

BriggsModel407777-0121-E14 149723 Muffler,Asm Twin Lo-Tone5 159955 ExhaustTube Lh6 160589 ExhaustTube Rh8 150176 Bolt5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 w/Sems

10 162797 ShieldBrowningB&SIntek II13 165391 Gasket Muffler14 13280336 Nipple, Pipe15 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT16 STD551237 Washer,Lock17 17490624 Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 1.1/2 rl-23 159880 ShieldBrn/Dbr Guard25 164068 ControlChoke26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/6-24 Unf29 137180 Arrestor,Spark31 157103 Tank,Fuel32 161696 Cap, Fuel Guage33 123487X Clamp, Hose34 I(To08,?.X Pad Spacer35 17490512 Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt37 8543R Line, Fuel

38 ....... Plug, Oil Drain (Order From EngineManufacturer)39 109227X Pad Idler

62 10040500 Washer LockHvy HIcl Spr 5/1672 71070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/481 128861 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

101 M73030800 Nut, Flange M801.25102 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensior_ given in U.S. inches1 inch= 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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PARTNO.

140124140551STD52371019131610145O06STO541437124181X1749061619131614155925166369121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, SeatBoltWasher 13/32 x 1 x 10GaugeClip, Push-In HingedNutSpring,SeatScrew, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14GaugePan, Seat EmbossQCK Conn.Knob SeatBracket,Switch Mounting

KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing,Snap14 72050412 Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/215 121249X Spacer,SpSt .28x .8816 123740X Spnng17 123976X Locknut,Flange 1/4 Grade 518 124238X Cap SpringSeat21 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC22 STD541431 Nut24 19171912 Washer 17/32x 1-3/16x 12

Gauge25 127018X Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

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1 1640942 106202X

3 1639164 1639175 1640886 133644

7 1673308 1668879 163204

10 15643911 142341

12 146046

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DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash, StealthReflectorTail LightDecal, Hood, R.H.Decal, Hood, L.H.Decal BrokeClutchStealthDecal, CustomerMaintenanceDecal Dash Phi KohlerDecal, Deck EZDecal, Fender, CraftsmanDecal, Fender DangerDecal, Dmwber Cntd Ivh,tHydLtDecal, V-BeltDrive Schematic

KEYNO.

13141516172021

PARTNO. DESCRIPTION

164065 Decal Strg Wheel160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic165399 Decal, HP Engine138047 Decal, Battery Diehard167185 Decal, Replacement Srs149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/PsnEng163206 Decal, Fender Side138311 Decal, LiftHandle154515 Pad FootrestLH STLT154516 Pad FootrestRH STLT168150 Owner'sManual, English168151 Owner's Manual, Spanish

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KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 ValveCap, Tim2 65139 Stem, Vaive3 106222X Tim, Front4 59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided,Service ItemOnly)

5 106732X427 Rim, Front6 278H Fitting,Gmaea (FrontWheel

Only)7 9040H Baadng, Range (FrontWheel

Orgy)8 106108X427 Rim, Rear9 1220&?.X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTire(Not Provided,Service ItemOnly)

11 I04757X Cap, Axle- - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches1 inch= 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159461 LiltLever Inner Wlre Assembly2 159476 ShaftAssembly,Lift3 138284 Pin, Groove4 12000002 E.Ring5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge6 120183X Beadng, Nylon7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted8 122365X Button,Plunger,Red

11 139865 Link,Lift, LH.12 139866 Link,Lift, R.H.13 4939M RetainerSpdng15 127218 Link, Front16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC17 130171 Trunnion18 73680800 Nut Crownlock1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm, Suspension,Rear20 163552 RetainerSpring23 110807X Nut Special24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16Ga.25 164024 Spring Comp Infinite26 76020308 Pin Cotter 3/32-1/227 164543 Rod Adj LiftZinc28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc29 138057 Knob Infin3/8-16 uncBIk Sym30 150233 Trunnion InfinHeight31 140302 Bearing,Pvt, Lift Spherical32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-2436 155097 PointerHeight Indicator37 123935X Plug Hole38 17490512 Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 3/440 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga41 155098 Indicator HeightStlt49 145212 Nut Hex/Large Lock50 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO.

I 164210 Deck Weldmect. 46" 40 137273

3 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 41 174906205 STD624008 Retainer Spring

6 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear 42 122052X(Sway Bar) 43 144949

6 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4Gr. 8 44 133943

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy.,Unplated 45 1450593/8 46 137729

10 140296 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 47 144959Vented 48 148763

11 163819 Bade, 3-1N-1,46" 49 STD54143712 129895 Beadng, Ball, Mandrel #6204 50 7211061213 137553 ShaftAsrrr. w/1.owarBaadng

(IncludesKey No. 12) 51 15339014 137152 Housing,Mandrel 52 15649315 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 53 1913131216 140329 Stripper,Mower Round 54 7478061618 STD533106 Bolt,Car'f,age 5/16-18x5/819 132827 Bo_t,Hex Head, Shoulder 55 72140608

5/16-18 72 1913161620 145055 Baffle, VortexMower 46" 92 STD54143721 STD541431 Nut, Crowntock 5/16-18UNC 101 14557922 134753 Stiffener, Bracket 102 7116101023 131267 Bracket, DefleCtor 103 S'rD55111024 I05304X Cap, Sleeve 104 1906121625 149287 Spdng,Torsion,Deflector 105 16079326 110452X Nut, Push 106 2029J27 157788 Shield, DeflectorMower 116 13764428 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x 16Ga. 117 13395729 131491 Rod, Hinge 118 7393060030 157722 Screw, Thd RollingWasher 119 19121414

Head 126 14494831 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower 127 146763

Vented- - 166222

32 153531 Pulley,Mandrel33 137266 Nut, Ftg. Top LockCntr. 9/1634 144945 Anchor,SpringDeck46"35 17490628 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4

Tytt - - 14365136 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16x

16 Ga.

37 131494 Pulley, Idler,Flat38 156086 Keeper, Bait, Idler39 144917 P_ey, |d_er,Driven

DESCRIPTION

Spdng,Secondely 44/46/50VentScrew, Thdrdll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Spacer, RetainerAnn, IdlerSecoedaryWasher, HardenedCover, Mandrel DeckScrew, ThdrolL 1/4-20 x 5/8V-Bait,Mower, SecondaryV-Bait,Mower, Priman/Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNCBall Cardage 3/_.16 x 1-1/2Gr. 5Washer Felt

Pulley Idler46" Pdm. DriveWasher 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 GaBolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1Gr. 5BoltRdhd Sqnk 5/8-16 Uncx 1Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 GaNut Lock Flexw/Ins 3/8-16 UncCover, MulchingScrew

Washer, Lock #10WasherLatchAsm. BaggerNut,WeldBolt, ShoutderGaugeWheelNut,Centedock 3/8-16 UNCWasher 3/3 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Arm,Idler,Pdmery Deck46"Pulley,Idler,V-Groove Dim.4.25Mower Service46" (StandardDeck - Order separatelymuP.,hingend guage whee_com-ponentsKey Nos. 101-106 and116-119Mandrel Aern44/50 Service(IncludesKey Nos. 8-10, 12-15,31 and 33)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches1 inch= 25.4 mm

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXIE -- MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing,Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .0602 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 44 150829 DifferentialAssembly3 142932 Sest, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .134 142928 Ring,Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .2505 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input6 142934 Bearing,ShaftBall 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20xl.387 142935 Beadng, Cradte 59 142965 Pin .500 x .43 |0 x.7508 150771 Boadng, Tl_rust 30x52x13 62 142966 Arm,Control9 142937 Swashplate,Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

13 142938 Block,CylinderAssembly 64 142920 Set Screw14 142939 Arm,Trunnion 6_ 142969 Spllng15 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 Stud 5/16-2417 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 JackshattAssembly18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jackshaft19 150773 Beadng, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973 Screw, Cap23 142944 Block.CylinderAssembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x I x 1/224 142945 Seal, Lip 10x 25 x 7 90 142975 Sleeve Beadng25 142946 Act,Jator,Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper26 150774 CentarSectionAssemblyKlt 92 142977 Spring, Block27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978 Washer, BlockThrust28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, VentAssembly29 142950 Washer 26x35x1 114 142918 FKting,O-RIngAssembly30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer34 142951 OilFitterEtement 134 "t44607 Nut,Castle 5/16-2435 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter36 142953 Ring, Retaining 139 150775 Spring, Compmssinn37 142954 Arm, Actuating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-2438 142955 Pin, Actuating39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24xl-3/4 NOTE: AIIcomponentdimensionsglveninU.S.40 150778 Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm41 142958 Brake RotoriStatorKit

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BR|GGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 4077Tt_TYPE NUMBER 0121-El

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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BRIGGS ENGINE'MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690231 CylinderAssembly 1312 499585 Bushing.Cylinder 1333 690926 + Seal-Oil 1354 690069 Sump-Engine 1375 499587 Head-Cylinder No. 1 141

5A 499595 Head-Cylinder No.2 1427 690962 +-I- Gasket-CylinderHead 1468 499601 BreatherAssembly 1509 690937 + Gasket-Breather 160

10 690960 Screw (BreatherAssy.) 16311 690942 Tube-Breather 17712 690945 + Gasket-Crankcase 187

13 690360 Screw (CylinderHead)15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 187A16 691046 Crankshaft 18820 690947 + Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 19223 691053 Flywheel 20924 690974 Key-Flywheel 21125 499588 PisteaAseambly (Std.) 212

499589 PistonAssembly (.010 =O.S.) 213499590 PistonAssembly (.0_0" O.S,) 216499591 PistonAssembly(.030" O.S,) 219

26 499604 Ring Set-Pistun (Std.) 220499605 Ring Set-Piston (.010 "O.S.) 222499606 Ring Set-Piston (.020 "O.S.) 227499607 Ring Set-Piston(.030 "O.S.) 231

27 690975 Lock-PistonPin 24028 499582 Pin-Piston 25229 499583 Rod-Connecting 25632 690976 Screw (Connecting Rod) 25833 499596 Valve-Exhaust 26534 499597 Valve-Intake 267

35 690963 Spring.Valve(Intake) 27636 690963 Spdng-Valve(Exhaust) 27840 690964 Retainer-Valve 28742 499586 Keeper-Valve 30445 690977 Valve Tappet 30546 690978 Cam Shaft 30948 692714 ShortBIock 31050 690948 Manitold-lntake 31151 690949 +Oe Gasket-Intake 332

51A 690950 +Oe Gasket-Intake 333

53 690951 Stud (Carburetor) 33454 690953 Screw (Intake Manifold) 33773 691055 Screan-RotaUng 35874 691057 Screw (RotatingScreen) 36375 691056 Washer (Flywheel) 38389 690238 Plug-Oil 38595 690718 Screw ('ThrottleValve) 38798 499802 Idle Speed Kit

104 690984 I Pin-FloatHinge105 690985 I Valve-Float Needle108 690986 Valve-Choke

117 690232 I Jet-Main (Standard)117 690989 Jet-Main High Altitude)121 499811 CarburetorOverhaul Kit122 690952 Spacer-Carburetor125 499804 Carburetor130 690993 Valve-Throttle

499805 Throttie Shaft Kit499806 Float-Carburetor499803 Fuel TraneterTube690994 _ Gasket-Float Bowl499807 Choke Shaft Kit499808 • Nozzle-Carburetor94388 Key:13ming281767 _ Gasket-Nozzle690996 Retainer-Solenoid691001 +_ Gasket-AirCleaner

691031 + O-Ring Seal (Dipstick)691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)691049 Une-Fuel

690960 Screw (ControlBracket)690083 Adjuster-RockerArm690018 Spdng-Govemor690019 Spring-GovernedIdle691020 Link-Throtlte691021 Bracket-ChokeControl691022 Unk-Choka394348 Gear-Governor

690412 Washer (GovernorLever)691023 Bracket-Control691048 ControlLever-Govemor690718 Screw (ChokeValve)691035 Filter-Fuel690956 Element-Breather690957 Retainer-Element

690308 Screw (EngineSump)691024 Clamp-Casing691044 Screw (CasingClamp)690997 ,tee Sealing Washer690097 Washer (Gov. ControlLever)690960 Screw (DipstickTube)691004 Housing-Blower691005 Screw (BlowerHousing)691262 Motor-Starter691263 Boit-StarterMotor691264 BrushSet690059 Nut(Flywheel)691060 Armature-Magneto691061 Screw (Armature)691043 Spark Plug499889 Gasket Set

691062 Flywheel Puller690966 Wrench-Spark Plug690960 Screw (Fuel Pump)691034 Pump-Fuel

+ Includedin Gasket Set, Ret. No. 358I Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121u InctudodIn Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977U Inotudodin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 1033

NOTE: Alloompenent dimensionsgiven inU.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PARTNO. NO.

404 690442405 690960445 691007447 691003

447A 690960462 691261467 691008474 691064501 691185505 691029510 497606513 692024523 691036525 691037526 690960544

552 660552552A 690553

556 691183562 690311573 691009578 691208579 691029601 691038615 690317616 691045628 690960633 690998635 691210654 690958668 691215691 690657697 690372703 690010718 690959726 499612741 690980742 690328750 691033783 693058788 691039789 691220797 693167798 690967801 691283833 691286833

847 499602851 691234855 691011865 691012

865A 691014865B 691015

KEY PARTDESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Washer (GovernorCrank) 868 690968Screw (Back Plate) 871 690969Filter-AirCleaner Cartridge 877 399916Screw (Air Guide Cover) 878 691237Screw (Air Guide Cover) 881 690999Washer (StarterCable) 883 690970Knob-AirCleaner 914 690960Alternator 918 691040Regulator 929 691003Nut (Gov. ControlLever) 934 691058Drive-Starter 943 690589Clutch-Drive 947 499809Dipstick 965 499613DipstickTube 967 691016Screw (Regulator) 968 499788Armature-Starter(Service with 975 499810691262 StarterMotor) 977 499812Bushing-GovernorCrank 987 691000Bushing-GovernorCrank 993 690234Screw (Alternator) 1005 691243Bolt(Gov. ControlLever) 1006 691247Plate-Back 1013 690954Wire Assembly 1017 690770Nut (StarterCable) 1019 690103Clamp-Hose 1022 690971Ratainer-GovernorShaft 1023499599Crank-Governor 1023A 499600Screw (Fuel PumpBracket) 1024 499054

• eSeaI-Choke Shaft 1026 690981Boot-SparkPlug 1026A 690982Nut (Carburetor) 1027 690041Spacer 1029 690972

+Governor ShaftSeal 1033 499890Screw (Drive Cap) 1035 691042Clip 1036 499783Pin-Locator 1051 691265Gear-Ring 1058 273694Gear-'13ming 1081 691032E-Ring Retainer 1090 691293Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1100 690973Gear-Pinion 1123 690987Fuel Pump Bracket 1124 690988Harness-Wiring 1125 690990Screw (Brush Retainer) 1126 690991Screw (RockerArm) 1127 69G992Cap-Drive 1128 690990Cap-End _ _Housing-Starter(Service with691262 Starter Motor)

Dipstick/TubeAssemblyTerminal-Cable

Adapter.AirCover-AirGuideCover-AirGuide

. Cover-AirGuide

+_ Seal-ValveBushing-GuideAlternatorConnector/WireHarness-AltematorPlate-Cover

+_ Gasket-ExhaustScrew (Rocker Cover)Hose-Vacuum

Screw (ChokeControl Bracket)Screw (Fan Retainer)

+ O-Ring Seal (Oil Pump Cover)Solenoid-FuelOil Pump CoverFilter-Pre-CleanerCover-Air CleanerBowl-RearGasket Set-Carburetor

• e Seal-ThrottleShaft• e Gaskat-Plate

Fan-FlywheelRetainer-FanNipple-Oil FilterOil PumpScreenLabel Kit

+_ Gaskat-RockerCover

Cover-Rocker(Cyl. No. 1)Cover-Rocker(CyL No 2)Pump-OilRod-Push (Steel)Rod-Push (Aluminum)Filter-OilRockerArmValve Ovethaul KitShaft-PumpEmissionsLabelRing-RetainingOwner's Manual

+ O-Ring Seal (DipstickTube)Retainer-BrushRockerArm Pivot

qH_ O-Ring Seal (SolenoidRetainer)• e O-Ring Seal-Fuel TransferTube

• Screw (Cover Plate)Screw (FuelTransferTubeScrew (Float Bowl)

• Screw (carburetor Nozzle)407777-O27-E1 Replacement Engine

+ Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358• Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121-_ Includedin Gasket Set, Ret. No. 977• - Includedin Gasket Set, Ret. No. 1033

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsglvoninU.S. inches1 inch= 25,4 mrn

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL

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Call 9 am-5 pro, Monday - Saturday1-800-827-6655

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