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917.251551 OWNER'S MANUAL

o Assembly

o Operation

o Customer Responsibilities

o Service and Adjustments

o Repair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers A

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS_

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

i.GENERAL OPERATION

???Read, understand,and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machinebeforestarting.

???Only allow respons{bleadults, who are familiar with the instructions,to operate the machine.

???Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,toys, wire, etc, whichcouldbe pickedup and thrownbythe blade.

???Besurethe areaisclear ofotherpeoplebefore mowing. Stop machineif anyone entersthe area.

???Never carry passengers

???Do not mow in reverseunlessabsolutelynecessary Always lookdownand behindbeforeand whilebacking.

???Be aware ofthe mower dischargedirectionand do notpoint it at anyone. Do not operatethe mowerwithouteitherthe entire grass catcheror the guard in place_

???Slow downbeforeturning.

???Never leave a runningmachine unattended_Alwaysturnoff

blades, set parkingbrake, stop engine,and remove keys beforedismounting.

???Turn offblades when not mowing.

???Stop engine before removinggrasscatcher or unclogging chute_

???Mow onlyin daylightor goodartificiatlight.

???Do not operate the machinewhile under the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

???Watch fortrafficwhen operatingnear or crossingroadways_

???Use extracare when loadingor unloadingthe machine into a trailer or truck_

I1. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution, if you cannot back up the slope or'if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

??Mow up and down slopes, not across.

-Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

???Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

??Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

??Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

???Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

???Keep aUmovement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

???Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

Iii. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur'if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

??Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adul[

???Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

???Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.

-Never carry children.. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation_

???Never allow children to operate the machine.

??Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

???Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

??Never run a machine inside a closed area

??Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

???Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly.

???Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up Clean oil or fuel spillageo AUow machine to cool before storing_

???Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

???Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown, Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer'srecommended parts, when nero essary_

??Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves; and use extra caution when servicing them.

???Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required??

DO NOT:

???Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowiy and gradually downhill, if possible.

???Do not mow near drop-otis, ditches, or embankments.. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

=Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

??Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

??Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug A wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

A WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con- tains chemicals known to the State of Cahfor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor?? it has been designed, engineered and manufac-. tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service CentedDepartmento We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor_

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly,. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"..

MODEL

NUMBER917,251551

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod- uct,, Contact your nearest Sears store for details_

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

"Read and observe the safety rules.,

. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor,,

???Follow the instructions under"Custor:ner Responsibili- ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual??

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-coy-

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT, LBS,

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code),. Otherstates may have similar lawso Federal laws apply on federal lands,. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/ Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LliVlmTEDTWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship

This Warranty does not cover:

o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts_

o 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 accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual,,

-Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes,,

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or wo[kmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge,

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

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TABLE OF

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ACCESSORmES AN ATTACH ENTS

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These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor..

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model.. Contact your nearest Sears store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn Tapered

25-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in, Steel weight tray

for increased penetration'.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available, plus accesso- ries such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and

dolly

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow moisture and nutrientsto reach grass roots. 36-inch swath 24 hardened steel coring tips 150 Ib capacity weight tray

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to 20 degrees, 40 inches wide Can hook 2 units in tandem (Requires sleeve hilch )

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel 48 inches wide, 17 inches high, clears 44-inch path when angled. Master lift control lever for operator ease. Spring trip for snow removal on uneven pavement; built-in float for blade to follow ground contour. Reversible, replaceable scraper bar, (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight )

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide,. Prepares ground for seeding, helps weed control.. Steel frame holds 5 adjustable sweeps. Adjusts vertically, horizontally (Requires sleeve hitch) Optional accessory: steel furrow opener for wider openings for potatoes, corn, and other deep-seeded crops.

SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lift system. Single pin couples! uncouples

SNOWTHROWER has 42-inch swath Drum-type auger handles powdery and wet,/heavy snow. Mounts easilywith simple pinarrange- ment Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat 6-inch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controlled at tractor seat, (Use with chains and wheel weights and!or rear drawbar weight.)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor

battery or other 12-volt source Includes booms for automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing

easy Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and sand.

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers, carts or other heavy attachments).

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup, Twenty spring tine teeth. Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING TINE DETHATCH ER covers 36-inch wide path and losses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor.

PLOW turns soil 6 inches deep, cuts 10-inch furrow. Crank adjust- ment controls depth, 3-position yoke sets width. Heavy steel landside for straight furrowing. (Requires sleeve hitch.)

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with 2 x 8 or2 x 10 lumber.

REAR GRADER BLADE is 42 inches wide and operated from driver's seat. Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading, Reverses for pushing snow backwards (Requires sleeve hitch) ROLLER for smoother lawn surface, 36-inch wide, !8-inch diameter

water-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight?? Rounded edges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves

TILLER has8 hp engine to prepare seed beds, cultivate, and compost

garden residue, Chain-drive transmission. Six 11-inch diameterone piece heat-treated steel tines, Tills 30-inch path (Requires sleeve

hitch) Or use 5 hp tow-behind TILLER with 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor Simply hook up to the tractor drawbar and go! Optional accessories for 5 hp tiller convert unit for dethatching, aerating, hilling..without tools

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross links give smooth ride, outstanding traction

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm and dry_

Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/tempered solid

safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves. Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places.. VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEtGHTBRACKET for drawbar forsnow removal applications. Can be mounted on front of tractor for plowing applications. Uses (1) 55 lb weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow removal or dozing heavy materials

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CONTENTS OF AIRIDWARE PACK

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pu rposes_

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely, Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed..

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

???Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6)_

???Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels ftaL

o Remove mower and packing materials.

oCheck for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove,

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

??Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer from steering shaft,

??Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

???Slide steering sleeve over steering shaft??

??Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter??

???Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer previously removed Tighten securely.

??Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel..

o Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY SZAPLES

1NSKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

1STO ROLL OFF SKID

STEERING WHEEL

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

STEERING

STEERING

ADAPTER

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

??Press lift lever plunger and raise _.ttachment lift lever to its highest position.

??Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal

=Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position_.

???Roll tractor forward off skid.

???Remove mower and packing materials.

??Remove ties from V-belts

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CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nalso Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding_

o Lift hood to raised position..

IOpen terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- tive caps and discard.

if this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label ]ocated between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

??First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery ter minat with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely_

-Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

=Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doors for:

??inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard _ ware).

. Inspection for corrosion..

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INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob_

o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_

o Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder boll

oAssemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.,

???Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

??Lower seat into operating position and sit on seal

??Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down..

??Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

=Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEAT PAN

SEAT_ _/_

??- Testing battery,

?? Jumping (if required).

o Periodic charging.

HEX NUT

DISCARDPROTECTIVETERMINALCAPS \\

TERMINAL.... ;'

ACCESS

DOOR _,,

,,!

LOCKFLAT

WASHER WASHER

HEX

BOLT

POSITIVE (RED)

CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLACK)

CABLE

_FLATWASHER

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

??Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted_ See 'q'OADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and "Adjustments section of this manual.

FIG. 2

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ASSEM LY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 4 and 5)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control, Engage park- ing brake??

oCut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts,, Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck??

oSlide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT; CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING 1N

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE,

???Install one front link in top hole of the LH. front mower bracket and LH, front suspension bracket. Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown_

Retain with double loop retainer springs with loops down as shown,,

??Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring,,

???Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension.

. Raise deck to highest position,

???Assemble gauge wheel bars to brackets using clevis pins and double loop retainer springs,,

??Assemble gaugewheels as shown using long shoulder

bolts, 3/8 washers, and 3/8-16 center Iocknutso Tighten securefy_

??Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown _nthe Operation section of this manual_

oInstall second front link in Roll. front suspension bracket only and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown,,

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

CENTER

LOCKNUT

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

DISCHARGE

GUARD

IDLER

PULLEY

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

FIG, 4

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/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT,

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed+

/No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is properly prepared and charged?? (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps)+

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

,/ All tires are properly inflated+ (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

,/ Be sure mower'deck is propedy leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling)??

,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers+

,/ Check wiring+ See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR,

PA Y EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPOR-

TANT ITEMS:

V 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 them before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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OPERATIO

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

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for'future reference??

AMMETER

CHOKE

LIGHT

SWITCH

CLUTCH/

BRAKE PEDAL

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

J

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

THROTTLE

CONTROLATTACHMENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

HOURMETER

LIFT LEVER

IGNITION

SWITCH

RANGESHtFT

LEVER

FIG. 5

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor _

LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and Iower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position,

CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine??

GEARSHIFT LEVER -Seiects the speed and direction of tractor_

RANGE SHIFT LEVER - Allows high (H) or low (L) speed for all forward and reverse gear's,

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine.

AMMETER-indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and ofL

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position,.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine,

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower

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OPERAON

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

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

You r tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch,, When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine,,

???Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold_

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedak Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake wilt hold tractor secure,,

FIG. 6

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

o Moye attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED" position.,

GROUND DRIVE-

o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position,

. Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position,.

ENGINE -

o Move throttle control to slow (,_.) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (,_) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire",

oTurn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

NOTE: Under certair_ conditions when tractor is standing idlewith the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas_

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Atways operate engine at full throttle_

. Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate,

=Full throttle offers the best mower performance.,

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine,

???To engage choke control, pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever.

=Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,,

oMove gearshift and range shift levers to desired posi- tion,,

=Slowly release clutch/brake pedalto start movement,

IMPORTANT; BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 6)

The cutting height iscontrolled by turning the height adjust- ment knob in desired direction.

o Turn knob clockwise (_) to raise cutting height.

???Turn knob counterclockwise (v_) to lower cutting height,

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approxi- mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height df grass and types of grass being mowed,,

??The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months,, For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth,,

. For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

OPERATSON

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat levet surface_

???Adjust mower'to desired cutting height.

oLower mower'with lift control. Remove rear retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel

oLower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pins.. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground.

??Replace retainer springs into clevis pins.

CLEVIS

GAUGE WHEEL

GAUGE

WHEEL'

BRACKET

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs, 5 and 6)

You rtractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine??

-Select desired height of cuL

=Lower mower with attachment lift control..

???Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

??TO STOP MOWER BLADES- disengage attachment clutch control_

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the dis- charge guard in place.

FIG, 8

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

hills with slopes greater than 15 ?? and

i ....CAUTION: Do not drive up or down .... I do not drive across any slope??

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oChoose the slowest speed before starting up or down hilis_

??Avoid stopping or chang[ngspeed on hit[s.

oIf slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position

oif stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake

??Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range shift lever to low (L) position.. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement..

??To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

,Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- ment lift control.

=When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position..

??Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting you rtractor on a truck ora trailer, be su re hood isclosed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc)_

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGgNE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 9)

oThe engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

o Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

???Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fil! cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfiE

??For'cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)_

???To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili- ties section in this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILL

CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG, 9

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OPERAON

ADD GASOLINE

-Fill fuel tank.. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life)o Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness??

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32??F(0??C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING..

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (calted gasohoi or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage_ Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor- age of 30 days or longer.. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc_ tions for additional information_ Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill, Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

???Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

=Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position..

???Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

???Move throttle control to fast (,_) position

???Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt??

For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed??

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below..

???Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to"START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec- onds per minute.. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again.. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry..

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50?? F and above)

???When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.

???The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50?? F and below)

,,When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the E control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small ct If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out sli in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period fro temperature??

??? The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up pe NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold tempera

be adjusted for best engine pefformance., See "TO ADJUST CAI manual.

MOWING TiPS

=Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor.

oMower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

??Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a guider The blade cuts approximately an inch outside the runner (See Fig. 8).

oThe left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming.

=Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting..

???When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc,. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig_ 10),

???If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- pings, Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height??

???Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing,.

oAlways operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis- charge of material.. Regulate ground speed by select- ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as wel! as the quality of cut desired,.

???When operating attachments, select a ground speed that wil! suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used..

f,,,

FIG, 10

15

CUSTO R ESPONS

I - Change more alton when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oJI every 50 hours

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil

5 - If equipped with adjustable syslem

6 ??? Not required it equtpped wilt_ maintenance-free battery' 7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 It -Ibs maximum

Do not overttghten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual..

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.,

All adjustments inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season..

Once a year'you should replace the spark plug, clean or'replace air filter, and check blades and belts for' wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

o Check engine oil level.

,,Check brake operation.

??Checktire pressure

???Check for loose fasteners.

(_) STEERING

ENGINE (_

TEETH

SECTOR GEAR _

(_)CHECKiADD _.._ (

TRANSAXLE

FLUID L_

CUSTO E ESPONSMBmL ES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manua0.

TIRES

???Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp, Re- place bent or damaged blades

??The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gfinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

oTo check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancero (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer)o

??Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position?? If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end untit the blade is balanced??

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade_ The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are noL

CENTER HOLE

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11)

???Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

Remove hex bott, lockwasher and flat washer securing blade.

Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

???Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown

???Tighten bolt securely (30-35 FL Lbs. torque)??

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but ifyou do, be sure the blade is balanced.

LOCKWASHER. /

FIG. 12

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

and replace if necessary, The belts are not adjustable,, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear??

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxie free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling,

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

(See Fig. 13)

??Block up rear axle securely,

??Remove left rear wheel by removing hub bolts.

??Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil level must be even with plug threads. If necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil, API-SF or SG. Replace filler plug,

*Reassemble wheel to hub.

oFor approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFI- CATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.,

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*__

*AGRADE B HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIEDBY SIXLINESON THE BOLT HEAD,

O

TRANSAXLE

PLUG

o

FIG.11

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 12)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balance& An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine,

O

O

FIG. 13

17

CUSTOM

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery'charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its fife,

??? Keep battery and terminals clean.

o Keep battery bolts tight.

o Keep small vent holes open.

o Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour,

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power,

??Remove terminal guard,

??Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor_

o Rinse the batter./with plain water and dry.

=Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

o Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

??Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).

IL E

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. I4 and 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change,, All oH must meet AP1 service Ciassification SF or SGo

o Be sure tractor [s on level surface,

. Oil will drain more freely when warm.

o Catch oil in a suitable container.

oRemove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil,

o Remove drain plug.

oAfter oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely_

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for chectdng level. Insert dipstick intothe tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube, {3o not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading Keep oil at"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oif rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil'sSAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature,,

NOTE: Although multFviscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-visc6sity oils wilt result in increased oil consumption when used above 32??F, Check your'engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil,

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

??c-3oo -=o_ .10o oo _oo 2oo 3oo .oo

"TEMPERATURERANGEANTTClPATEDBEFORENEXTOILCHANGE'

FIG. 14

18

CUSTOME ESPON

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.. Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers

CLEAN AIR INTAKEtCOOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times_

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds.. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re- moved will cause engine damage due to overheating..

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or every season.. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

o Loosen knob and remove cover

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

o Slide foam pre-cteaner off cartridge.

??Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

??Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth??

oSaturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil??

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

o Remove nut and cartridge plate.

??Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis- lodge dirt.. Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge_

???Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned,and oiled) over the paper cartridge

???Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud Replace if necessary.

???Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut.

???Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob..

PRE-CLEANER

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage_

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oit change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, 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 carburetor.

??Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned_

??Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline??

FIG, 17

CLEANING

-Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

???Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etco

??Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life

ttl NIJ .OT

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

??Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,

oDisconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)

oRemove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas- sis bracket and disengage antFswaybar from bracket,.

oRemove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms from deck,.

??Raise attachment lift to its highest position??

??Remove two retainer'springs from each front link and remove links.

???Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley,,

???Slide mower out from under right side of tractor., IMPORTANT: tFAN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS,

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" ir_the Assembly'section of this mariuaL

CHASSIS

RETAINER

SPRING

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual), if tires are over or'underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mowen

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19)

o Raise mower to its highest position,.

oMeasure height from bottom of deck curl to ground level at front corners of mower. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same.

oIf adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only..

oTo raise one side of mower, tighten rift link adjustment nut on that side,

=To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut wilt change mower height about 3/16".

???Recheck measurements after adjusting..

FIG. 19

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

SPRINGS

MOWER

BRACKET

ANTI-SWAYRETAINER

BARSPRINGS

FIG. t8

2O

SERVICE A ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 20 and 2!) -

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis- tance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.,

???Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length,

??If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link,,

???To lower front of mower housing, loosen nut"G"on both

front links an equal number of turns

. When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "H" against trunnion on both front links.

??To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut "H" from trunnion on both front links,, Tighten nut "G" on both

front links an equal number of turns??

o When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut "H" against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will change dim,, "F" by approximately 3!8".

??Recheck side-to-side adjustment.,

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig, 22) -

??Park tractor on a level surface., Engage parking brake,

oRemove four screws from L.H_ mandrel cover and remove cover,

o Roll belt over the top of LHo mandrel pulley,

o Remove belt from electric clutch pulley??

??Remove belt from idler pulleys,

. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

???Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely,

???Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing,,

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig,, 22) *

???Install belt in both idlers?? Make sure belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers as shown??

???Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley??

??Roll belt into upper groove of L,,H, mandrel putley_

???Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly and inside belt keepers,

. Reassemble L,H_ mandrel cover,,

PULLEYS

PRIMARY

IDLER ARM

FIG. 2O

BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

BOLT IN

MOWER

HOUSING

MANDREL

MOWER

DRIVE BELT

BELT KEEPERS

NUT "G"

FIG. 22

NUT "H"

FRONT LINKS

FIG. 21

21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 23)

Park the tractor on level surface,, Engage parking brake.

???Remove mower drive belt (See''TOREPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

??Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual)

oRemove four screws from RH.. mandrel cover and remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing??

??Carefully roll belt off R.H_ mandrel pulley.

-Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idter pulley, and LH. mandrel pulley.

??Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu- lated around mandrels and entire upper'deck surface.

oCheck secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely_

oBe sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket,

??Instal! new belt in lower groove of L.H.;mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

??Roll belt over R.Ho mandrel pulley?? Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

??Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein- stall RH. mandrel cover'.

??Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual)_

oReassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual)??

L,,H,,MANDRELMOWER BLADECENTER

R_H_

MANDREL

COVER

IDLER ARM

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

(See Fig. 24)

The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds._ Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service centerldepartment.

oMake sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position.,

??Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between clutcti plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot locations cut in the inside of brake plate.

NOTE: After instafling a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttfe and engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate_

CLUTCH PLATE

FIG. 24

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the left side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted_

??Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking broke.

=Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

oIf distance is other'than 1-3/4", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-3/4'L Retighten jam

nut against nut "A"o

??Road test tractor for'proper'stopping distance as stated above_ Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary?? Contact your nearest au- thorized service center/department

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT "A"

AM NUT

??

FIG, 25

22

SERVHCE AN

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest. It is not necessary to remove mower,

BELT REMOVAL -

???Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt)o

oRemove mower drive belt from electric clutch pulley

only (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

??Roll motion drive belt off transaxle pulley.

??Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys, then off engine pulley and front V-idler pulley.

???Pull belt out of al! belt keepers,

BELT INSTALLATION -

???Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of belt keepers.

??Put belt coming from V-idler above midspan belt keeper, then onto clutching idler pulleys as shown

??Make sure V part of belt engages V-idler.

??Place belt around transaxle pulley, beginning at top. V part of belt should engage transaxle pulley.

???Place long lower section of belt through loop in midspan belt keeper.

. Check to be sure belt is on proper side of all belt keepers??

?? Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT; CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM Loll. SIDE OF TRACTOR

CLUTCHING

IDLER

BELT

CLUTCHING

FLATIDLER

ENGINE

PULLEYABOVE

V-IDLER

BELT

BELT TRANSAXLE

KEEPER PULLEY

AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM

FIG. 26

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary,r

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 27) -

??Position front wheels straight ahead,

???Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions "A" and "B")_

???Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/4" tess than rear dimension "B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs, 27 and 28) -

???Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

???Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is 1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension "B".

???Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/depart- ment.

FIG. 27

ADJUSTMENT

SrEEVES

JAM

NUTS

JAM

NUTS

FIG. 28

23

SERVHOE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 29) -

-Repair tire and reassemble,,

oReplace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove,,

. Replace axle cover_

WASHERS

RETAINING

AXLE

COVER

O

L.H,

PANEL

BOLT

FIG. 29

REAR WHEEL -

o Block rear axle securely

??Remove five (5) hub bolts to atlow wheel removal.

oRepair tire and reassemble, Replace and tighten hub bolts securely,

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 30)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- terieso Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your'batter:/is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A t2

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM?? THE OTHER

VEH1CLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

o Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminai of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis,

o Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA- TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery_

=Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a panel bolt on the left side of the tractor, away from fuet tank and battery..

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

??BLACK cable first from chassis and fully charged

battery.

*RED cable last from both batteries.

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

o Raise hood,

oPull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill

oReplace bulb in hoider and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill,,

??Close hood_

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor tO run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

=Check wiring?? See electrical wiring diagram in Repair Parts section of this manual

=???

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp autornotive-type plug-in fuse_ 'The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

24

$.ERVICE AN

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

(See Fig, 31)

oWhile holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut.

??Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort for heavier attachments..

oTurn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter at- tachments..

??Retighten jam nut against spring bushing.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT ADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING

TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH

AS A MOWER,, ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING TO AID IN

LIFTING ATTACHMENT, DO NOT OVERPOWER SPRING.

WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT, ALWAYS ADJUST SPRING TENSION TO iTS LOWEST POSITION,

ATTACHMENT

JAM NUT LIFT SPRING

FIG. 3'I

ADJ $TMENT$

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 32)

-, Raise hood_

??Unsnap headlight wire connector.

oStand in front of tractor,. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

???To repFace, reverse above procedure.

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG, 32

25

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig, 33)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

oWith engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast (._) position??

oCheckthat speed control lever is against stop screw. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable until lever is against screw. Tighten clamp screw securely.

IDLE FUEL

ADJUSTINGIDLE SPEED

SCREWADJUSTING

SCREW

THROTTLE

CONTROL

CABLE

/

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

(See Figs. 33 and 34)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

oWith engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke (N) position.

??Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)??

. Choke should be closed If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed+ Tighten casing clamp screw se+ curefy+

??Reassemble air cleaner.

CLOSED FOR

FIG. 34

FIG. 33

26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33)

The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary?? However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel!air mixture?? Turning the adjusting needles out (coun- terclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS tN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

oBe sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see 'q'oADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

???With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clock- wise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter- clockwise) 1 turn_

FINAL SETTING -

???Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift!motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

???The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be adjusted??

o!d!e speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow (._) position, engine should idle at 1200 RPMo If engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

oIdle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow (,_) position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine speed decreases and then turn out (counterclockwise) approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the best low speed performance.

?? Recheck idle speed_ Readjust if necessary..

ACCELERATION TEST_

oMove throttle control lever from slow (,_) to fast (,_) position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Re- peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly,

High speed stop isfactory adjusted.. Do not adjust*damage may result.

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED, OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS.' IF YOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER!

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS

27

STORAGE

immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more??

.................................i i i,ll,,1

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or'spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure??

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage.. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor- oughty, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area..

oClean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

oInspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual)..

???Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.

-Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary_

-Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

o Fully charge the battery forstorage.

???Affera period of time in storage, battery may require recharging.

oTo help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

???After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals.,

??Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

??if battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces,.

ENGmNE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE..

o Drain the fuel tank,

oStart the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

???Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

,,Use fresh fuel next season,,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor- age,. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer_

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual),

CYLINDERS

??Remove spark plug(s).

??Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

oTurn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil.

???Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

??Do not store gasoline from one season to another..

???Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

??If possible, store your-tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

??Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic, Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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TROUBLESHOO=['mNG POINTS

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

1Out of fuel

2Engine not "CHOKED" properly

3Engine f!ooded

4Bad spark piug

5, Dirty air filter 6 Dirty fuel filter. 7, Waterin fuel

8, Loose or damaged wiring

9Carburetor out of adjustment.

10Engine valves out of adjustment

1Dirty air filter

2Badspark plug

3.Weak or dead battery

4.Dirty fuel filter,

5.Stale ordirty fuel

6Loose or damaged wiring,

7Carburetor out of adjustment

8Engine valves out of adjustment

CORRECTION

l r Fill fuel tank,

2, See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section 3, Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug

5, Clean!replace air filter, 6 Replace fuel filter.

7, Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter,

8Check all wiring

9Contact an authorized service centerldepartment, 10 Contact an authorized service center/department.

1, Clean/replace air filter, 2, Replace spark plug,

3Recharge or replace battery,

4Replace fuel filter

5Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6Checkalf wiring

7Contact an authorized service center/department.

8Contact an authorized service center/department,

Engine will not turn over

i , i,_,l,_ll,,,i

Engine clicks but will not start

Loss of power

t, Clutch!brake pedalnot depressed

2Attachment clutchis engaged

3Weak or dead battery

4Blown fuse

5Corroded battery terminals

6, Loose or damaged wiring. 7, Faulty ignition switch,

8, Faultysoleno{d orstarter

9, Faulty operator presence switch(es)

................................i, nlUl,,i

1Weak or dead battery,

2Corroded battery terminals.

3Loose or damaged wiring

4Faulty solenoid or starter

1Cutting too much grass/too fast,

2Throttle in "CHOKE" position

1, Depress clutch/brake pedal,

2Disengage attachment clutch

3Recharge or replace battery

4, Replace fuse,

5, Clean battery terminals 6, Check all wiring,,

7 Check/replace ignition switch

8, Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9, Contact an authorized service centerldepartment

1Recharge or replace battery

2Clean battery terminals

3Check allwiring

4, Check/replace solenoid or starter,

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position!reduce speed

2Adjust throttte controt

3Clean underside of mower housing,

4Clean/replace air filter.

5Checkoitlevet!change oil,

6, Clean and regap or change spark ptug

7, Replace fuel f{Iter

8, Drain fuel tank and refilr with fresh gasoline.

9Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuet filter,

10Connect and tighten spark plug wire

11Clean engine air screen/fins

12, Cleantreplace muffler I3, Check alt wiring

14 Contact an authorized service center/department, 15, Contact an authorized service centertdepartment

1. Replace blade Tighten blade bert 2, Replace blade mandrel

3 Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts,

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TROU LESHOOTING POINTS

i ii

PROBLEMCAUSECORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

I.Faulty operator_safety presence control system

1.Worn, bent orloose b]ade_

2.Mower deck not level

3.Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4Bent blade mandrel

5Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1.Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department

1Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt

2Level mower deck.

3,. Clean underside of mower housing

4Replace blade mandrel.

5Ciean around mandrels to open vent holes

Mower blades will not rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headtight(s) not wet Icing (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

t Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2Worn!damaged mower drive belt

3Frozen idler puIIey.

4.Frozen blade mandrel

Engine speed too stow, 2 Travel speed too fast.

3..Wet grass

4.Mower deck notlevel

5 Lowtuneven tire air pressure

6.Worn, bent or loose blade

7..Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower

8Mower drive belt worn,.

9Blades improperly installed.

10improper blades used,

tt.Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1Switch is "OFF"

2.Bulb(s) burned out

3 Fautty light switch

4. Loose or damaged wiring

5 Blown fuse

............................i

t Bad battery cell(s),

2.Poor cable connections.,

3.Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4.Faulty alternator,

t Remove obstruction,,

2Replace mower drive belt,

3Replace idler pulley.

4, Replace blade mandrel.

1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

2.Shift toslower speed.

3Allow grass to dry before mowing

4Level mowerdeck

5Check tires for proper air pressure

6, Replace/sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt,

7Clean underside of mower housing

8.Replace mower drive belt.

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge down

t0 Replace with btades listed tn this manual

11..Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1 Turn switch "ON":

2.Replace bulb(s).

3 Check/replace light switch

4. Check wiring and connections.

5 Replace fuse

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

FUSE 3O AMP

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ELECTRICAL

1933

20

I\

46 /

/

/

/

/

s'

1.i7"/

7

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

ELECTRICAL

39109553X Switch Intlk CL MWR Gry 4 Term

40151730 Harness, ignition

4117720408 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thread

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in UoS, inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

10

14

1815

59

9

13

92

11

37

48

5

j_7120

, @, ,t-- 49 41 ,j ???

iI _ 68

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

35

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GROUND DRIVE

42-'--'-_

/

J

37

34

47

54 66

57

23

4

6156

12

62

62

36

REPAURPARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

GROUND DRIVE

37

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

STEERING ASSEMBLY

27

19

27 -7

6 /

/

/

16

\

\

\

\

\

\

\

14

14

15

13t3

28

Il ,_

38

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251551

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1t2_472X

2137094

36855M

4136960

5136959

66266H

7121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X

!0 74781044

11136518

1273901000

13121749X

14STD551137

157361060O

16 145103

17 137347

18137155

19146611

20 145182

21100711L

221554J

23152927

2419t33808

25STD5237t0

26126805X

273366R

2817490612

29104239X

3O 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 STD523107

35138059

36137156

3773360600

38109850X

397370060O

40109851X

DESCRIPTION

Wheel, Steering

Axle Asm,, Front

Fitting, Grease

Spindle Asm, LH

Spindle Asm., RH

Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Ring, Klip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-1 t x 2-3/4

Spacer, Brg. Axle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Shaft Asm., Steering

Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgt (Inco

Key No_ 36-40)_

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt

Support Asm, Steering Vgt

Column, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. Blk

Screw

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gao

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Col. Strg.

Screw, Thrdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75

Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x I x I0 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Htcl Spr 5/16

Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod

Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

Joint Asm Ball LH Thread

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U??S. inches 1 inch = 25_4 mm

39

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ENGINE

40

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1140847

2144636

5 1320O3O0

7151396

8121361X

9145109

10 105432X

11140923

12143996

15151346

16109227X

17106082X

18151296

1913290300

20132755

2117720410

22132779

2319132616

24STD551237

2573920600

263645J

27139277

287834R

29132920

33 STD541437

37 123487X

38 74780624

3917490636

4017490664

41126197X

42STD551t43

43150280

45 128861

46 19131616

47 142040

48 19132007

50 143020

51140787

5217580408

53143528

5419131414

5513090336

5613090308

DESCRIPTION

Engine Kohler 22 CV22 PS-67515 Muffler Asm

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT Muffler Asm Guard

Pulley V-Idler

Stop Keeper Asm VGT

Bushing Clutch Electric

Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch Tank Fuel Rear 3,,50 Yt/Gt 96

Pad Spacer

Pad Spacer

Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge Vented Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Control Throttle

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4 - 20 X 5/8 Control Choke

Washer 13/32 X 1 - 5/8 X 16 Ga Washer Ext Tooth 3/8

Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel Fuel Line

Spark Arrester Kit

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8 - 16

Clamp Hose

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2 Screw TT 3/8-'16x 2-1/4 UNC Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC

Washer 1-!/20D X t5/32 ID X ??250 Washer Lock 7/16

Bolt Hex 7/I6 - 20 X 4 - 1/4 Ga 5

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut Washer 13/32 x ! x 16 Ga.

Spacer Engine

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga. Duct Air

Pipe Crossover

Screw Tap 1/4- 20 x 1/2

Bracket Duct Air Rear Sup Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Nipple Pipe 3/SNPT X 4-1/2 Nipple Pipe 3/8 x 1

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US., inches 1 inch = 25??4 mm

41

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

SEAT ASSEMBLY

19

12

i

10

1819171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga,.

19120068X Knob, Seat 1/2-13 Unc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

5

t4,

WHEELS & TIRES

4

3148736X427 Rim Assembly, Front

148738X427 Rim Assembly, Rear

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

LIFT ASSEMBLY

34

?o

39

70

42

29

4

2

25 26

24

\

22

12

15

20 19 18

44

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

LIFT ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Alt component dimensions given in UoSoinches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

45

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251551

MOWER DECK

48

63 _ 62

49

47

6

64

1

24

\

2 222

42

99 18

17

12

11

23

46

REPAUR PARTS

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 136457

2STD541431

3721'10506

47631J

5138457

64939M

7130832

8850857

9STD55!137

10140296

1t 137380

12129895

13137553

14137152

15110485X

16140329

I7 106735X

18 19111016

19 I05304X

20123713X

21137607

22110452X

23110509X

2413632O

25 191'11216

27STD551037

28132823

30138776

31137266

32153535

33129963

3472140610

3572110616

3672110608

37137166

38137554

DESCRIPTION

Mower Housing

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Runner, Mower LH

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Retainer, Spring

Arm Suspension, Rear

Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 Patched Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8 Unplated Washer, Hard Blade Mower Vented Blade

Bearing, Ball #6204 (Mandrel) Shaft Asm., W/Lower Brg (Includes

Key No. 12) Housing, Mandrel Bearing, Ball Mandrel

Stripper, Mower Vented Rod, Hinge

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion Deflector Bracket, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector Mower Runner, RH

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Washer 13/32 x t3/16 x 16 Ga.

Spacer, Spring Stop Idler Screw Thdrol Hex Hd

Nut, Flg Top Lock Cntr 9/16 Pulley, Mandrel

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-t/4 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x I Gro 5 Stiffener, Arm Idler

Keeper, Belt idler

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRANSAXLE

315

120

19

7

109

16

82

14

72

71

66

86_'85

88_87

25

24

48

REPARRPARTS

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TRANSAXLE

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KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

25-

14 151617 18

3_

42

--28

-29 --27

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KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

CRANKCASE

KEY PART

NO, NO,

2 25 15502

324 067 01

24 067 02

412 380 03

552 139 09

624 8740t

24 874 02

24 874 03

724108 01

24 108 02

24108 03

824 018 01

912 422 09

12 422 13

12 422 07

12 422 08

12 422 10

12 422 11

12 42212

10 24 010 03

1.1 24 144 01

12X-25-63

1312 032 01

14X-25-102

1512 380 04

16M-0545010

1724 018 04

18 24 402 01

1924 032 01

20!2 153 01

2112 !23 04

2224 !26 19

23M-0549016

2412153 02

2524 038 04

2625 755 13

2712 15303

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Block (Use Miniblock) Connector, 90??

Connecting Rod (Standard) (2) Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

Pin, DoweI Locating (6) Plug, Cup

Piston with Ring Set (Standard) (2)

Piston with Ring Set (_25)I221 Piston with Ring Set (,50)

Ring Set (Standard) (2) Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2) Retainer, Piston Pin (4)

Shim, Camshaft (As Required) Shim, Camshaft (As Required)

Shim, Camshaft (As Required) Shim, Camshaft (As Required) Shim, Camshaft

Shim, Camshaft (As Required) Shim, Camshaft (As Required) Camshaft

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1/4

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft Washer, Plain 1/4

Pin, Hitch

Screw, Reed Retainer M5 x 0,8 x 10 (2) Retainer, Reed (2) Reed, Breather (2) Seal, Oil

O-Ring, Lower Oil Fill Tube Tube, Oil Fill

Bracket, Oil Fill Tube Screw, Oil Fill Tube Bracket M5 x 0,8 x t6

O-Ring, upper Oil Fill Tube

Dipstick Assembly (Includes 26,27) Kit, Oil Fill Cap (Includes 27)

O-Ring, Dipstick

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

20 19 18 17 16

10

13 t

15

--8

11

15

7

16

!2

52

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TRACTOR = .- MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

KOHLER ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

6M-0639016 Screw M6 x 1.0 x t6 (4)

7121120! Spacer, Fan (4)

824 025 05 Flywheel Assembly

1124 086 06 Screw, Phillips (2)

12236602 Connector, Rectifier-Regulator,

3 Contact

13 1213202 Spark Plug (2)

14 48 154 02 Clip, Cable

1512 468 03 Washer, Stator Harness Clip

1612 086 14 Screw, Stator Harness Clip

M10 x 1.5 x 46

17 24 085 01 Stator, 15 Amp

18 M-0548025 Screw, Stator Mounting

M5 x 0.8 x 25 (2)

19 X-25_63 Washer, Plain 1/4 I2/ 20 X-25-92 Washer, Plain 1/2

21 47 154 01 Clip, Cable

2224 584 03 Module, Ignition (2)

23M-0560020 Screw, Module M5 x 0??8 x 20 (4)

24M-0448010 Screw, Module M4 x 0.7 x 10 (2)

2524 584 05 Module, Speed Advance

1 24 027 20

2M-0549016

3SM_0645016

424 314 05

52414602

6M-0545020

7M-05510!6

824 063 20

924 063 23

10M-05490!0

1124 063 14

12M-0549016 13 24 063 19

14M-0649016

15 2414608

16 24 100 01

17 47 154 01

!8 24 086 12

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24 100 01

-- 24 100 02

-- 25 139 16

-- 24 113 23

AIR INTAKE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

124 743 01

224 089 04

324 344 01

4 24 380 03

512 100 01

624 O32 03

724 096 0I

824 083 02

947 083 03

10 24 109 0!

I1 24041 13 !2 24 094 02 !3 24 041 14

1424 164 06

1524 041 01 !6 M-0639055

Housing, Blower

Screw M5 x 0.8 x 16 (3) Screw M6 x 1o0 x 16 (4 ) Guard, Flywheel

Plate, Backing, # 2 Side Screw M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2) Screw M5 x 0.8 x 14

Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 2 Side Baffle, Valley, # 1 Side

Screw M5 x 0,8 x 10 (2) Baffle, Valley, # 2 Side Screw M5 x 048 x 16 (2)

Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 1 Side Screw M6 x 1_0 x 16 (2)

Plate, Backing, # 1 Side Nut, Plastic

Clip, Cable

Screw, Cable Clip

Nut, Plastic (3)

(Included with Blower Housing) Nut, Plastic (2)

(Included with Blower Housing) Plug, Button 9/16

(included with Blower Housing) Decal, Horsepower

DESCRIPTION

Kit, Air Cleaner Cover

(Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 4) Spring, Latch (2)

Latch, Lever (2) Pin, Latch Lever (2) Wing Nut

Seal, Air Intake

Cover, Inner Air Cleaner Element, Pre-Cleaner Element, Air Cleaner Cup, Fuel Spitback

Gasket, Fuel Spitback Cup Base, Air Cleaner

Gasket, Air Cleaner Base Manifold, Intake

Gasket, intake Manifold (2) Screw M6 x 1,.0x 18 (4)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches 1 inch = 254 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

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REPAUR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

14M-0645025 Screw M6 x 1,.0 x 25 (2)

15SM-0631005 Washer, Plain (2)

1624 393 05 Oil Pump Assembly (includes 17)

1724 123 05 Tube, Oil Pickup

18 12 162 02 Screen, Oil

1M-0839070 Screw M8 x 1.25 x 70

2M-0839080 Screw M8 x 1o25x 80

525 158 08 Bushing, Linkage Retaining

624 079 04 Linkage, Throttle

725 158 11 Bushing, Throttle Linkage

824 126 13 Bracket, Control

924 089 03 Spring, Choke Return

10M-0547050 Nut M5 x 0..8

11SM-0545016 Screw M5x0.8x16

12M-0446030 Nut, Hex M4 x 0.7

13SM-0645016 Screw M6 x 1.0 x 16 (4)

23M_0401025 Screw M4 x 0.7 x 24

2424 089 18 Spring, Governor

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

2_

3---4W

2

24 26

23

12

5 j_./13

5

16 17

e---36

o- 38 _ 37

-39

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251551

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV22 - PS67515

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO, NO,

1 24 853 25

224 041 I5

324 053 25

424 041 14

5 X-426-9

6 24 353 03

7 SM-0641060

8M-0629095

947 154 01

t0 24 100 01

1124 393 04

1224 086 !2

1325 353 03

1425 050 02

1524 144 15

1624 468 05

1724 241 01

I8 24 089 22

1924 141 04

2024 090 10

2124 089 24

2224 086 19

2324 462 02

2424 086 20

2524 337 27

2624 337 11

2724 086 22

2824 089 23

2924 086 21

3024 096 13

3124 041 18

3224 041 19

3324 757 05

3424 369 01

3524 234 01

3624 337 28

3724 755 15

3824 041 21

39 24 041 20

NOT ILLUSTRATED = . 24 041 15

24 757 06

24 755 72

24 755 73

DESCRIPTION

Kit, Carburetor with Gasket

(Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 4) Gasket, Carburetor

Carburetor Assembly (For Information Only, Not Available Separately) (Includes 15-39) Gasket, Air Cleaner Base Clamp, Hose (6)

Line, Fuel, 10-5/8" (2) Nut M6 x 1,,0(2)

Stud M6 x 1,0 x 95 (2) Clip, Cable

Nut, Plastic (2) Pump, Fuel, Pulse

Screw, Hex Cap Head (2) Line, Fuel, 13-1/2"

Filter, Fuel Shaft, Choke Washer Collar, Choke

Spring, Choke Return Ring, Choke Lever Lever, Choke

Spring, Throttle Adjust Screw Screw, Throttle Adjust

Valve, Choke

Screw, Throttle and Choke Shaft (4) Jet, Air Bleed

Jet, Slow

Screw, Idle Adjust Spring, Idle Adjust Screw Screw (3)

Cover, Passage

Gasket, Passage Cover

Gasket, Float Chamber Kit, Float Repair Nozzle, Main

Chamber, Float Jet, Main

Kit, Solenoid Valve (includes 38-39) Gasket, Chamber Screw

Gasket, Solenoid

Gasket, Carburetor

Kit, Carburetor Repair

Kit, High Altitude

(I 500-3000 Meters)

Kit, High Altitude

(Over 3000 Meters)

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1150-1650

High Speed: 3200-3400

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S,, inches 1 inch = 25,,4 mm

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OTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

-.=,_

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHTING

GUIDE

15 ?? MAX.

_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _il AAIIL greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

i_l O ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

_! caution when changing direction on slopes.

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO. 917.251551

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

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22.5 HP TWIN CYLINDER

ELECTRIC START 50" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

GARDEN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number?? Each engine has its own model number_

The model number for your'tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat??

The model number for your engine wilt be found on the blower housing of the engine??

AII parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Re- tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

???PRODUCT- TRACTOR

???MODEL NUMBER - 917.251551

?? ENGINE MODEL NO. - CV22-67515

???PART NUMBER

???PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians_, professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you, we service what we sell