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Craftsman 917.259561 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. 20W50 OIL Seat sonner OLSO VL UA AWNN 13200W SIXVSNVdLl 4HV39 OUGAH 0b0b 0 16 FIAINNN TSGOW HOLIVUL KEY PART NO NO 1 170351 2 170352 3 170353 4 170354 5 169898 6 170355 7 170356 8 170357 9 170358 10 170359 11 170360 12 169870 13 170861 14 169869 16 170362 17 170363 18 170364 19 150771 23 170365 24 170366 27 170367 28 170368 29 170369 30 170370 31 170371 32 170389 33 142991 34 170390 35 170391 36 170392 37 150792 38 150793 39 150809 40 170393 41 170394 42 170395 43 170396 44 150797 45 170397 46 170398 47 170999 48 170400 49 170401 50 170202 51 170403 52 170404 53 170405 54 170406 55 142977 56 142978 Of ses 58 170407 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 314 0510 DESCRIPTION Main Housing Assembly Side Housing Assembly Center Section Assembly Swashplate Trunion Machined Block Assembly Sealant 10 5 Oz Hex Flange Screw 1 4 20 X 1 25 Stud 5 16 24 Hex Double End Shaft Input Ring Retaining Spacer Ring Retaining Seal Lip 67 X 1 58 X 276 Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40mm Od X 12mm Hex Flange Head Screw 5 16 24X0 75 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X7 Arm Control Bearing 30x52x13 Thrust Check Plug Assembly Washer Shaft Motor Gear Pinion 13t 10t 48t Gear Gear 10t Jackshaft 60t Bull Gear Sleeve Bearing 75 X 1 575 X 625 SleeveBearing Outboard 75x1 750x 625 Washer 3 4
2. 84 169594 Link Transaxle 89 188309X428 Console Shift 95 170201 Rod Bypass 96 4497H Retainer Spring 1 Zinc Cad 112 19091210 Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 10 Ga 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3 8 16 unc 144 19111016 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 150 175456 Spacer Retainer 151 19133210 Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10 Ga 156 166002 Washer 5 16 ID x 1 0 x 125 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount 159 183900 Hub Shift 161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20 x 3 4 Gr 5 162 73680400 Nut Crownlock 1 4 20 unc 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1 4 20 unc x 1 Gr 5 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever 166 17490510 Screw 5 16 18 x 5 8 168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 561 169 165580 Plate Fastener Cross Shf 197 169613 Nyliner Snap in 5 8 ID 198 169593 Washer Nyl 7 8 ID x 105 199 169612 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 unc 200 72140508 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 16 18 unc x 1 202 72110614 Bolt Carr Sh 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Gr 5 263 17000612 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 STEERING ASSEMBLY eee i i 1 i Lu i ol h H 1 x DIETA RE De PES a 4k 37 steering_stealth_prem_3 40 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 1 2 184706 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266H 6 121748X 8 12000029 10 175121 11 STD551137 12 73940800 13 136518 15 145212 17 177883 29 17000612 32 171888 33 1
3. Check that holes A in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line up If holes A are not aligned loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned Tighten clamp screw securely Governor Control Lever Governor Control Plate TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE The carburetor on this engine is low emission It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary 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 idle mixture valve in clockwise decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel air mix ture Turning the idle mixture valve out counterclockwise increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel air mixture IMPORTANT Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight PRELIMINARY SETTING 1 Air cleaner assembly must be assem bled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments 2 Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly see above FINAL SETTING
4. failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owners manual Engine fuel system cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami nated or oxidized stale In general fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur chase date e Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes or product label replacement e Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety 90 days from date of purchase if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge Sears will replace the battery at no charge During the first 30 days of purchase there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME After the first 30 days for your convenience IN HOME warranty service will still be avail able but a trip charge will apply This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location For the nearest authorized Sears location please call 1 800 4 MY HOME This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 2 SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT This cutting
5. not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II 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 SAFETY RULES DO Mow up and down slopes not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Un even 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 manufacturers recommend ations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes s ow 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 DO NOT e Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of
6. ov ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS AND FEET AWAY SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury FREE WHEEL gt gt gt Automatic Models only CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury A CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in damage Failure to follow instructions to the tractor and or engine could result in serious injury or Zg HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which death The safety alert symbol alii If not avoided could result in death serious injury is used to identify safety inform and or property damage ation about hazards which an Ag FIRE indicates a hazard which if not avoided result in death serious injury 4 could result in death serious injury and or and or property damage property damage 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Ignition Switch Choke Control Hourmeter Ammeter Throttle Control Light Switch Position Attac
7. 138047 3 192963 4 192964 G 146046 7 164096 8 179128 9 192952 10 156439 11 192966 12 172331 13 133644 14 160396 15 187408 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 16 DESCRIPTION Decal Reflector LH Decal Battery Diehard Sears Decal Hood RH Decal Hood LH Decal V Belt Drive Schematic Decal Dash Decal Deck Caution Decal Replacement Hood Decal Fender Danger Decal Panel Dash Decal Mower Heavy Duty Decal Replacement Parts Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Reflector RH WHEELS amp TIRES wheel_1 KEY NO 16 17 18 20 21 23 26 Sn 1 A A O D OR GPO PART NO DESCRIPTION 192965 Decal Steering Wheel 192962 Decal Fender 156811 Decal Fender Opr 149516 Decal Battery 192967 Decal Hood Side Panel 189622 Decal Engine 181470 Decal Deck level 184310X428 Pad Footrest ST LT LH 184311X428 Pad Footrest ST LT RH 166960 Decal By Pass 192440 Manual Owner s English 192441 Manual Owner s Spanish PART NO DESCRIPTION 59192 Cap Valve Tire 65139 Stem Valve 106222X Tire F Ts 15 x 6 0 6 Service 9904 Tube Front Service Item Only 106732417 Rim Asm 6 front Service 278H Fitting Grease Front Wheel Only 9040H Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only 106108X417 Rim Asm 8 rear Service 122082X Tire R Ts 20 x 10 8 C Service 7152J Tube Rear Service Item Only 104757X428 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 x 1 00 144334 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All co
8. Id X 1 1 2 Od X 13 Thk Lip Seal Axle Seal Shaft Axle 75 X 11 39 Key R H Shaft Axle 75 X 16 99 Key L H Miter Gear Splined Miter Gear 15t 0 5 Id Shaft Ring Spiral Retaining Pin Jackshaft Magnet Ring Spring Bypass Hydro Mtg Screw 3 8 24 X 2 5 Long Filter Base Filter Actuator Bypass Rod Bypass Actuator Arm Bypass Retaining Ring 250 External Seal Lip 741 X 250 X 250 Tc Flat Washer 5 8 Id X 1 0 Od X 05 Thk Retaining Ring Bearing Center Block Spring Helical Compression Washer 20w 50 Oil Brake Yoke 49 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 59 170408 Rotor Brake 60 142883 Brake Puck 61 142881 Puck Plate 62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 63 170410 Hfhcs 1 4 20x2 W Patch SpecialFlange 64 142892 Bolt 1 4 20 X 1 W Patch 65 170411 Spacer 66 189386 Spring Brake Arm Bias 67 170413 Sq Hd Bolt 5 16 24 Ribbed 68 170414 Arm Brake 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5 16 24 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3 32 X 3 4 71 170417 Compression Spring Brake Anti Drag 72 170418 Washer Ht 5 LD X 1 O D X 032 73 142884 Flat Washer 11 32 I D X 7 8 O D 74 170419 Oil Seal 625 X 1 0 X 25 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly 027 Washer 76 170421 Stud 5 16 24 Friction Pack 77 170422 Puck 330 X 1 50 X 0975 78 142969 Spring Helical Comp 79 142980 Spacer 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 24Unjf Nylon Insert 81 170423 Wedge Friction Pack 82 170424 Clip Washer 316x1 50x 1046 Plated 83 1611
9. a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower e To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with balancer NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not 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 until the blade is balanced BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use How ever periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life e Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight e Keep small vent holes open e Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi nals can cause the battery to leak power 1 Remove terminal guard 2 Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor Rinse the battery with plain water and dry Clean termin
10. ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separa tion 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 storage 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 Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE 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 1 Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake Place motion control lever in neutral N position Move attachment clutch to disengaged position 5 Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below 6 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 seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to fast position wait a few minutes and try again If engine still does not start
11. front of tractor and roll 3 Tighten adjustment bolt securely belt around electric clutch and onto 4 Start engine and test engine pulley 5 If tractor still creeps repeat above Install belt through stationary idler and steps until satisfied clutching idler Neutral Reinstall clutch locator and tighten nut Motion Control Lever Lock Gate securely Reconnect clutch harness Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual O NO Dl ae Adjustment Bolt Electric Clutch TRANSMISSION REMOVAL Clutching REPLACEMENT Idler Should your transmission require removal for Stationary service or replacement it should be purged Idler after reinstallation and before operating the i tractor See PURGE TRANSMISSION in Center Span the Operation section of this manual Keeper Clutch ea Wire Transmission Harness Input Pulley 25 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 with crossbars horizontal Tighten securely FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact a Sears or other qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1 B
12. heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 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 At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual At least 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 Check engine oil level Check brake operation Check tire pressure Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation Check for loose fasteners oh ae ee 18 SOR K 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery 5 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft lbs maximum Na nat nvartinhian LUBRICATION CHART Spindle Spindle Zerk Zerk QFront Wheel OFront Wheel Bearing _ 7335335 i Bearing Zerk Zerk Engine Nagel aan Cosesesssosse General Purpose
13. move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry 2 3 4 WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above 7 When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position e 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 7 When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly then move throttle control to fast position This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in cold weather the transmission should be warmed up as follows 1 Be sure the tractor is on level ground 2 Place the motion control lever in neutral Release the parking brake and let the clutch brake slowly return to operating position 3 Allow one minute for transmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period e The attachments can also be used dur ing the engine warm up period after the transmission has been warmed up NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustme
14. should be slightly off the ground 4 Replace retainer spring into clevis pin 5 Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting IMPORTANT Be sure to readjust gauge wheels if you change the cutting height of the mower deck Retainer Spring TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor 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 You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip ment on rough rolling terrain or hills 1 Select desired height of cut 2 Start mower blades by engaging at tachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control ACAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers So equipped or the deflector shield in place Attachment Clutch Switch Pull Out To Engage Attachemnt Lift Lever High Position Low A Position Deflector es Shield Push in to Disengage 5 TO OPERATE ON HILLS AWARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide at the back of this manual e Choose the slowest speed before start ing up or down hills e Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills e If slowing is necessary move throttle contro
15. 060620 57 140294 59 169691 61 17120614 DESCRIPTION Transaxle HydroGear Model Number 314 0510 See Break down Rod Shift Fend Clutch Electric Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 Washer Lock Hvy 1 4 Bolt Hex Fighd 5 16 18 Gr 5 Nut Lock Hex W Ins 5 16 18 unc Nut Lock Hex W Wsh 3 8 16 unc Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 4 1 4 5 Ga 1 38 Knob Rod Brake Bracket Anti Rotation Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 unc Spring Brake Rod Washer Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 CAD Rod Parking Brake Knob Brake Parking Bracket Transaxle Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 unc x 3 4 bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 16 18 unc x 3 4 Shaft Foot Pedal Bearing Nylon Washer Pin Roll Pulley Composite Bolt Rdhd 3 8 16 unc x 2 3 4 Gr 5 Keeper Belt Idler Flat Pulley Idler V Groove Belicrank Clutch Grnd Drw Sil Retainer Belt Bolt Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 unc Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 unc Link Clutch Spring Return Clutch Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 V Belt Ground Drive Keeper Center Span Screw 3 8 16 x 875 39 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 62 123533X Cover Pedal 63 175414 Pulley Engine 65 10040700 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 69 142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 x 1 2 unc 71 169183 Strap Torque LH 73 169182 Strap Torque RH 74 137057 Spacer Axle 75 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 76 12000001 E Ring 77 123583X Key Square 78 121748X Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 81 165596 Shaft Assy Cross Taper 82 165711 Spring Torsion 83 19171216 Washer 17 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga
16. 1 Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position 2 Move throttle control lever to slow posi tion With finger rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM 3 While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then coun terclockwise until engine runs rough Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions Release throttle lever ACCELERATION TEST 4 Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position If engine hesitates or dies turn idle mixture valve out coun terclockwise 1 8 turn Repeat test and continue to adjust if necessary until engine accelerates smoothly High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeed ing the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous If you think the engine governed high speed needs adjusting contact a Sears or other qualified service center which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments Screw I S Idle Mixture Valve 7 With Limiter 28 STORAGE 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 m
17. 12 4898H 165746 73930600 19121414 19131312 STD523710 STD533710 17000612 156941 159765 155986 159763 159767 159768 157109 173441 173437 173443 169022 165898 19091210 STD533717 179126 163552 19131410 130794 ie 181542 DESCRIPTION Locknut Hex W Wsh 3 8 16 unc Roller Nose Bracket Roller Nose RH Cover Mulching 42 Black Screw Truss Hd Phil10 24 x 5 8 Washer 10 Washer Lock Latch Asm Bagger Nut Weld Screw 5 16 18 Bolt Shoulder Wheel Gauge Nut Crownlock 3 8 1 Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 14 Ga Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 unc x 1Gr 5 Bolt Rdhd Sank 3 8 16 unc x 1 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 3 4 Pin Head Rivet Bracket Asm Whee Rear LH Bar Adj Gauge Wheel Bracket Asm Wheel Gauge Rear RH Bracket Asm Whee Front RH Bracket Asm Whee Front LH Bracket Arm Idler 42 Keeper Belt 42 Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carraige Idler Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 10 Ga Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3 8 16 unc x 1 3 4 Rod Roller Retainer Spring Washer 3 8 Mandrel Assembly Includes housing shaft and shaft hardware only pulley not included Replacement Mower Complete Std Deck Order separately mulch cover gauge wheels and nose roller components key nos 101 106 5 116 119 134 136 and 91 94 95 132 182 183 Gauge Gauge Gauge NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 8
18. 145769 16 176138 21 175688 22 4152J 24 8860R 25 146148 26 175158 27 73510400 28 145491 29 121305X 30 175566 33 140403 40 188031 41 17720408 42 131563 43 178861 45 122822X 46 169635 50 174652 55 17490508 79 175242 80 146685 89 169639 DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 3 4 Tray Battery Bolt Btr Front 1 4 20 x 7 1 2 Holddown Battery Front Mount Nut Push Nylon Battery Front 1 4 Switch Interlock Harness Light Light Bulb Cable Starter Cable Battery Fuse Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Une Cable Ground Switch Seat Switch Ignition Key Molded Harness Ignition Screw Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 1 2 Cover Terminal Solenoid Ammeter Hourmeter Switch PTO Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Socket Asm bulb Twistlock Harness Clutch EVX Bracket Snap In NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 35 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis stealth stlt_21 36 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 9 187934X428 Dash 10 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3 8 16 x 1 11 167203 Panel Dash LH 13 188702X010 Panel Dash RH 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 17 175260X428 Hood Assembly 20 162026 Plate Battery 26 STD541437 Locknut Hex with Insert 3 8 16 unc 28 174515X428 Grille 29 161840 Lens Bar 30 188572X428 Fender Footrest 31 139976 Bracket Fender Suppor
19. 2 KEY PART NO NO 1 699751 2 499585 3 391086 4 699747 5 693998 5A 693999 7 690962 8 499601 9 690937 10 691108 11 690942 12 697227 13 690360 15 690946 16 790137 20 690947 22 694966 23 691053 24 222698 25 499588 25 499590 26 499604 26 499606 27 690975 28 690229 29 maje 32 690976 33 499596 34 499597 35 690963 36 690963 42 499586 45 690977 46 699748 48 698177 50 699801 e TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 BRIGGS ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407577 TYPE NUMBER 0284 E1 DESCRIPTION Cylinder Assembly Kit Bushing Seal Magneto Side Seal Oil Magneto Side Sump Engine Head Cylinder Cylinder 1 Head Cylinder Cylinder 2 Gasket Cylinder Head Breather Assembly Gasket Breather Screw Breather Assembly Tube Breather Gasket Crankcase Screw Cylinder Head Plug Oil Drain Crankshaft Seal Oil PTO Side Screw Engine Sump Flywheel Key Flywheel Piston Assembly Standard Piston Assembly 020 Oversize Ring Set Piston Standard Ring Set Piston 020 Oversize Lock Piston Pin Pin Piston Rod Connecting See Reference 16 Screw Connecting Rod Valve Exhaust Valve Intake Spring Valve Intake Spring Valve Exhaust Keeper Valve Tappet Valve Camshaft Short Block Manifold Intake 51 690949e Dt Gasket Intake SIA 51B 53 690951 54 699816 73 499439 74 698425 75 691056 89 690283 699800 Gasket Intake 699803 Gasket Intake Stud Carburetor Screw Intake Manif
20. 62 Pin Standard Headless 84 170425 Fitting 5 46 Sae 5 32 Tube 85 170426 Hose Expansion Tank 86 170427 Expansion Tank 87 170424 Cap Poppet Valve 88 170429 Bolt Self Tapping 10 32 X 1 2 90 170430 Puck Inner Wedge 93 170431 Spring Clip Housing Thrust 107 170432 Deflector 108 170433 Washer Motor Shaft 71idx1 150dx 030thk 109 170434 Plug Sae 6 111 170435 O Ring 07 X 301 I D 112 170436 Shield Vent 113 170437 Bracket Support Expansion Tank 116 170438 Silicon Sponge 119 170439 Fan 7 In 120 170440 Pulley 121 170444 Hex Lock Nut 1 2 20 Nylon Insert 122 170442 Washer Belleville 123 170443 Belt Keeper 124 170444 Center Section Filter Bypass Assembly 125 170445 Filter Assembly 126 170446 Fan Pulley Service Assembly 127 170447 Seal O Ring Kit 900 166768 Transaxle Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 BRIGGS ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407577 TYPE NUMBER 0284 E1 329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER S MANUAL 1036 EMISSION LABEL 50 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 BRIGGS ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407577 TYPE NUMBER 0284 E1 Y 2 105 104 51 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 BRIGGS ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407577 TYPE NUMBER 0284 E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 4 332 5 868 943 O 1 0 aj 1022 SS CO 842 O 691 E 524 5
21. 9111216 34 10040500 35 73540500 36 155105 37 152927 38 159946X428 39 19182411 40 73540600 41 159945 42 163888X428 43 121749X 46 184946X505 65 160367 67 72110618 68 169827 71 175146 73 160135X428 82 169835 87 173966 88 175118 91 175553 95 188967 Axle Asm Spindle Asm LH Spindle Asm RH Bearing Race Thrust Harden Washer 25 82 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga Ring Klip t5304 75 Link Drag Washer Lock Hvy Hcl Spr 3 8 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 unf Spacer Bearing Axle Front Nut Hex Flange Lock Shaft Asm Steering Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Rod Tie Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hicl Spr 5 16 Crownlock Nut 5 16 24 unf Bushing Strg Screw Insert Cap Strg Wh Washer 9 16 ID x 1 1 2 OD 11Ga Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 Adaptor Wheel Strg Boot Steering Washer 25 32 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Cap Spindle Spacer Brace Axle Bolt Rdhd Sq 3 8 16 unc x 2 1 4 Axle Brace Steering Asm Extension Steering Stealth Bracket Susp Chassis Front Washer Flat 781 x 1 1 2 x 15 Bolt Shoulder 7 16 20 unc Clip Steering Washer Harden 793 x 1 637 x 060 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 41 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine bs intek twin_39 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 175437X428 Control Throttle 191611 2 3 4 149723 5 6 8 160589 159955 181877 10 162797 13 165391 14 148456 17 17060624 23 169837 Screw 10 x 3 4
22. ECIFICATIONS section of this manual If tires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH BUBBLE LEVEL NOTE If necessary check side to side surface below tractor for levelness with a long board and the bubble level Using the lift lever place mower in posi tion where no part of the mower includ ing gauge wheels is touching the ground e From left side of tractor find the level decal on top of mower and place bubble level on decal as indicated e Mower is level side to side when bubble is between the two lines in the bubble level If adjustment is necessary under left hand footrest turn lift link adjustment nut above yellow cap in appropriate direction to bring bubble between the lines in the bubble level Remove bubble level from mower and store in a safe place Bubble Between Bubble Level Level Decal Brake Left Hand Pedal cals 20 a a a SON Lift Link Adjustment Yellow Cap Nut ALTERNATE SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT METHOD Raise mower to its highest position e Atthe midpoint of both sides of mower measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1 4 of each other e If adjustment is necessary make adjust ment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side e To lower one side
23. Grease REFER TO Maintenance ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If you feel they must be lubricated use only a dry pow dered graphite type lubricant sparingly TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance 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 Adjustments section of this manual TIRES e Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber e Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly If your trac tor does not function as described repair the problem immediately e The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position e When the engine i
24. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN LAWN TRACTOR 21 0 HP 42 Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No 917 274040 This product has a low emission engine which operates LL differently from previously built engines Before you start the engine read and understand this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT For answers to your questions Read and follow all Safety about this product Call Rules and Instructions before 1 800 659 5917 operating this equipment Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pm Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty osor EE RPR RR 2 Maintenance Schedule 18 Safety Rules vuci nec t vailei 3 Service and AdjUStMeEnts 22 Product Specifications 6 811210 saat REA ERA RA 29 AssemblyPre Operation 8 Troubleshooting Es His 30 CDD ail aaa 11 Repair PATES lle acid it la Un 34 Maintenance nene naaee 18 Sears Service Back Cover WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two 2 years from the date of purchase if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according t
25. Single Lead Hex Engine Briggs Model 407577 0284 E1 See Breakdown Muffler Asm Twin Lo Tone Exhaust Tube RH Exhaust Tube LH Bolt 5 16 18 unc x 3 4 w sems Shield Browing Muffler Gasket Tube Drain oil Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Shield Heat 25 187767X505 Control Choke 42 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scrn 31 179022 Tank Fuel 4 0 Rear 32 179124X428 Cap Asm Fuel 33 123487X Clamp Hose Black 37 8543R Line Fuel 38 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 41 139277 Stem Tank Fuel 45 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 3 4 72 183906 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc 112 3645J Bushing NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 SEAT ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pivot Seat Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 unc x 1 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 10 Ga Clip Push In Nut Hex w Ins 3 8 16 unc Spring Seat Cprsn Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Ga Pan Seat Knob Seat Adj Wingnut Bracket Mounting Switch DESCRIPTION Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 Spacer Split 28x 88 Zinc Spring Cprsn Plate 1 310 Ga Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Cap Spring Seat Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 unc Nut Hex Lock W Ins 5 16 18 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Ga Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm DECALS 5 KEY PART NO NO 1 187407 2
26. T c 30 20 10 O 10 20 30 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil_vise_chartt_e 32 40 T 100 T 20 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequent ly to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of op eration 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 se curely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL 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 engine when changing oil Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting 1 Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked Position Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise To open pull out on the drain valve After oil has drained completely close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position
27. THER e Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e If possible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your tractor with a suitable pro tective cover that does not retain mois ture 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 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment 10 Engine valves out of oo ee eS adjustment Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es Weak or dead battery Corrode
28. 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 iil CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity Never as sume 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 turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children e 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 e 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 e Never run a machine inside a closed area e Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment
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30. als and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright Coat terminals with grease or petro leum jelly Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND AD JUSTMENTS section of this manual TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot To prevent possible damage to seals do not use high pres sure water or steam to clean transaxle Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean Inspect cooling fins for dirt grass clip pings and other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use com pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the trans axle ever leak or require servicing contact a Sears or other qualified service center V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Se lect the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES D nn Pi Q 20 F 0 30 60 80 T T T T T
31. arged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER 1 BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery 2 RED cable last from both batteries Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery REPLACING BATTERY AWARNING Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding 1 Lift hood to raised position 2 Remove terminal guard 3 Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery Reinstall terminal guard First connect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative battery terminal with re maining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely Close terminal access doors Close hood 19 0 Keps Nut Hex Bolt Terminal zii Lois Access Li E Door p lt gt Positive i Red Cable Terminal Guard Negative Black Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1 Raise hood 2 Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside
32. as shown Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip stick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level For accurate reading tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Clean the foam pre cleaner after every 25 hours of operation 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 1 Remove cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER 2 Wash it in liquid detergent and water 3 Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth 4 Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil NOTE If very dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 1 Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge 2 Reinstall precleaner cartridge cover and secure IMPORTANT Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not t
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34. ated at the factory for shipping purposes Cor rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance e Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower hous ing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replac ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac tor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Y CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product Please review the following checklist v All assembly instructions have been completed v No remaining loose parts in carton v Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight ened securely v All tires are properly inflated For ship ping purposes the tires were overin flated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly infla
35. bolts tight and keep equip ment in good condition e Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly e Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing e Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting e Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running e 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 s recommended parts when necessary e Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them e Check brake operation frequently Ad just and service as required SAFETY RULES Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small childr
36. center We have competent well trained techni cians 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 tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES SM RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in main taining caring for and using your tractor e Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owners manual AWARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim proved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engines 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 re quired by law Section 4442 of the Califor nia Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Congratulations on making a smart pur chase Your new Craftsman product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all prod ucts it may require repair from time to time Th
37. concrete or damp surfaces ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also 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 e Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor age 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 car buretor Do not empty 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 Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER S 1 Remove spark plug s 2 Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s 3 Turn ignition key to start position for a few seconds to distribute oil 4 Replace with new spark plug s O
38. d battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil 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 Empty fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gas oline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 10 Contact a Sears or other 9 EN OR oe a qualified service center Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Depress brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Raise cutti
39. e to reduce load and pos sible fire hazard from dried clippings 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 Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mow ing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn Always mulch with your highest engine blade speed as this will provide the best recut ting action of the blades e Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight e For best results adjust the mow
40. eck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Switch is OFF Bulb s or lamp s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Freewheel control in disengaged position Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 30 seconds before stopping engine 32 cad Se DE Tobe ie Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Turn switch ON Replace bulb s or lamp s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Replace alternator Place freewheel control in engaged position Replace motion drive belt Purge transmission Move throttle control to SLOW position and allow to idle for 30 second
41. en Mow up and down slopes 15 Max 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 Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope if machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4 0 Gallons and Type Unleaded Regular Oil Type SAE 30 above 32 F API SG SL SAE 5W 30 Below 32 F Oil Capacity W Filter 4 0 Pints W O Filter 3 75 Pints Champion QC12YC Spark Plug GAP 040 Ground Speed Forward 5 5 MPH Reverse 2 4 Tire Pressure Front 14 PSI Rear 10 PSI Charging System Battery 16 Amps 3600RPM Amp Hr 35 Min CCA 280 Case Size U1R Blade Bolt Torque 27 35 Ft Lbs CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact a Sears or other qualified service
42. er cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades For extremely heavy grass re duce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly Il mulcher_9 e Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings When doing a sec ond cut mow across perpendicular to the first cut path Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn 17 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systerns Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen Replace Mower Blades US SS RS Wy S S lt Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level N Joor Clean Battery and Terminals S Check Transaxle Cooling Check V Belts Check Engine Oil Level sS Ss ISSS Change Engine Oil with oil filter Change Engine Oil without oil filter Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester S NSS S SIN Replace Oil Filter If equipped mz Qzm Clean Engine Cooling Fins N vi Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 Change more often when operating under a
43. evere eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT 00155 mask worn over spectacles HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your 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 1 Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and hold 2 Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold trac tor secure Choke Control Attachment Clutch Switch Throttle Pull out to Engage Contro Clutch Brake Pedal VPN Brake Position Control Lever Disengaged Parking Brake Push in to Position Engaged Position Disengage STOPPING MOWER BLADES e To stop mower blades push attachment clutch switch in to disengaged position GROUND DRIVE e To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal all the way down e Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT The motion control lever does not return to neutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is depressed ENGINE e Move throttle control to slow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position to allow engine to idle before stopping may cause eng
44. her than the mower deck is to be mounted on the TO REMOVE MOWER tractor remove the front links Mower will be easier to remove from the TO INSTALL MOWER right side of tractor 1 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest 1 Place attachment clutch switch in DIS position ENGAGED position 2 Slide mower under tractor with deflec 2 Move attachment lift lever forward to tor shield to right side of tractor lower mower to its lowest position 3 Lower lift lever to its lowest position 3 Roll belt off electric clutch pulley 4 Connect front links to mower deck and 4 Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis secure with retainer springs bracket by removing retainer spring 5 Connect suspension arms to rear 5 Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets and secure with retainer deck brackets by removing retainer springs springs 6 Connect anti sway bar to chassis 6 Disconnect front links from deck by bracket and secure with retainer spring removing retainer springs 7 Install belt into electric clutch pulley 7 Raise lift lever to raise suspension groove arms Slide mower out from under trac tor Suspension Arms 5 Electric TT Clutch WC gt Pulley Front Link Retainer Spring af x Retainer Springs Both Sides Anti Sway Bar Deflector Shield 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 PROD UCT SP
45. hest posi tion 7 Start the engine After engine has started move throttle control to idle position 8 Release parking brake 9 Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid 10 Apply brake to stop tractor set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position 11 Turn ignition key to STOP position Continue with the instructions that follow REPOSITION RIGHT REAR GAUGE WHEEL For shipping purposes the right rear gauge wheel assembly is mounted upside down on the mower Remove the gauge wheel assembly and reinstall from the bottom as shown To adjust gauge wheels see the Operation section in this manual INSTALL MULCHER PLATE If previously removed 1 Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position 2 Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place as shown 3 Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck 4 Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck ACAUTION Do not remove deflector shield from mower Deflector Shield Mulcher Plate TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory NOTE It is not necessary to change blades The mulching blades are designed for discharging and bagging also CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl
46. hment E Clutch Switch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Clutch Brake Pedal Lift Lever Rn o Height A Adjustment Indicator Freewheel Control Motion Control Lever Parking Brake Lever 02750 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH Used to engage the mower blades or other at tachments mounted to your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position LIGHT SWITCH POSITION Turns the headlights on and off PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position THROTTLE CONTROL Used for con trolling engine speed CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengagages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off HOURMETER Indicates hours of op eration WEAR YOUR The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in s
47. hoke Throttle Shaft Boot Spark Plug Nut Carburetor Spacer Seal Governor Shaft Screw Ring Gear Screw Drive Cap Clip Pin Locating Gear Ring Gear Timing Retainer E Ring Screw Oil Pump Cover Gear Pinion Bracket Fuel Pump Harness Wiring Nut Brush Retainer Nut Brush Retainer 54 KEY NO 842 847 851 855 865 865A 865B 868 914 918 943 947 965 967 968 975 977 987 1005 1013 1017 1019 1022 1023 1023A 1024 1026 1026A 1027 1029 1035 1036 1051 1054 1058 1059 1090 1095 1100 1119 1127 1329 1330 O NOTE PART NO 691031 499602 493880 691011 691012 691014 691015 690968 691127 694000 690589 699728 499613 273638 790095 699502 699815 699813 499603 690954 690770 790094 690971 499599 499600 499054 690981 690982 492932 690972 691042 695704 691265 280275 275475 698516 691293 699822 690973 691183 690992 e DESCRIPTION Seal Dipstick Tube Dipstick Tube Assembly Terminal Spark Plug Adapter Air Cleaner Cover Air Guide Cover Air Guide Cover Air Guide Seal Valve Screw Rocker Cover Hose Vacuum Seal O Ring Oil Pump Cover Solenoid Fuel Cover Oil Pump Filter Pre Cleaner Cover Air Cleaner Bowl Float Gasket Set Carburetor Seal Throttle Shaft Fan Flywheel Nipple Oil Filter Screen Oil Pump Kit Label Gasket Rocker Cover Cover Rocker Cylinder 1 Cover Rocker Cylinder 2 Pump Oil Rod Push Steel Rod Push Alumi
48. ine e Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade e Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area e Never carry passengers e Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direc tion and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place e Slow down before turning e Never leave a running machine unat tended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting e Turn off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute e Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways e Use extra care when loading or un loading the machine into a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related in juries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury e Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do
49. ine to backfire e Turn ignition key to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use e Never use choke to stop engine 13 or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with 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 ACAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate e Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL Use choke control whenever you are start ing a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine e To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever 1 Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral N position 2 Release parking brake 3 Slowly move motion control lever to desired position TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The posit
50. ion of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height e Grasp lift lever e Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position The cutting height range is approxi mately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are mea sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e The average lawn should be cut to ap proximately 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 e 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 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions NOTE Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface 1 Lower mower and adjust mower to de sired cutting height See TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT in this section of manual 2 Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar 3 Lower gauge wheels to ground Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin Gauge wheels
51. l lever to slower position e If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake posi tion and engage parking brake e Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT The motion control lever does not return to neutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is depressed e To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal e Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting e Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor 1 Raise attachment lift to highest posi tion with attachment lift control 2 Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position e Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH e To re engage transmission reverse 14 above procedure Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck ora trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a
52. load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil 1 Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds re move and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainte nance section in this manual ADD GASOLINE e Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will in crease carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quanti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness 2 15 ACAUTION Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT When operating in tempera tures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using
53. lock up axle securely 2 Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheels have a square key Do not lose 3 Repair tire and reassemble NOTE On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key 4 Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove 5 Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks purchase and use tire sealant from Sears Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover Square ws Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY AWARNING Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BAT TERY in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual if jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles 26 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES 1 Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal C of fully ch
54. ly S Adjustment Knob NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls 1 Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po sition 2 Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal 3 Place freewheel control in trans mission disengaged position See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual 4 Roll tractor forward off skid 5 Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls AWARNING Before starting read un derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects 1 Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed 2 Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline 3 Place freewheel control in trans mission engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual 4 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake 5 Place motion control lever in neutral N position 6 Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its hig
55. machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw ing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death AWARNING In order to prevent ac cidental starting when setting up trans porting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug AWARNING Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor AWARNING Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor AWARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm AWARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling I GENERAL OPERATION e Read understand and follow all instruc tions in the manual and on the machine before starting e Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the mach
56. major home items in the U S A call 1 800 4 MY HOME UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Leveling Wrench Bubble Level SI 1 Oil Drain Tube D For Future Use Slope Sheet Video Cassette ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory Review the video cassette before you begin When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the oper ating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1 Cut along dotted lines on all four pan els of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat 2 Remove protective materials from trac tor hood and grille IMPORTANT Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY 1 Lift hood to raised position NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instruc tions ADJUST SEAT 1 Raise seat and loosen adjustment knob 2 Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat 3 Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down 4 Get off seat without moving its ad justed position Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob secure
57. mponent dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO 1 179504 2 159476 3 188822 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 175830 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939M 15 173288 16 73350800 17 175689 DESCRIPTION Plunger Assembly Shaft Assembly Lift Pin Groove E Ring Washer 21 32 x 1 x 21 Ga Bearing Nylon Grip Handle Fluted Link Lift L H Link Lift RH Retainer Spring Link Front Sus Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 unc Trunnion Front Susp 45 KEY PART NO NO 18 73800800 19 139868 20 163552 31 169865 32 73540600 36 155097 37 123935X 38 17060516 40 19112410 41 155098 20 Hft rh ipiece_24 DESCRIPTION Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13 unc Arm Asm Suspension Mower Retainer Spring Bearing Pivot Lift Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 Pointer Height Indicator Plug Hole Screw 5 16 18 x 1 Washer 11 32 x 1 1 2 x 10 Ga Indicator Height Stit NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 MOWER DECK 68 40 42_D elec t path adjwl stit_3 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 DESCRIPTION Mower Housing Bolt Bracket Assembly Sway Bar Front Bracket Sway Bar 38 42 Retainer Spring Bar Sway Deck Bolt Hex 3 8 24 x 1 25 Gr 8 Washer Lock Washer Hardened The following blades are available Blade 42 Mulching STD For mulching mower
58. nce D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links e Recheck side to side adjustment A BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH Nut F Trunnion Front Links TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re placed without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual 2 Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 3 Pull belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION 1 Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2 Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides 3 Install mower See To Install Mower in this section of this manual Mente Puly Idler Pulleys 14 Kn A Mandrel Pulley TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be checked and adjusted TO CHECK BRAKE 1 Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake 2 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmi
59. ng height reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Low oil level dirty oil Check oil level change oil continued Faulty spark plug Clean and regap or change spark plug Dirty fuel filter Replace fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Water in fuel Empty fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gas oline and replace fuel filter 10 Spark plug wire loose 10 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 11 Dirty engine air screen fins 11 Clean engine air screen fins 12 Dirty clogged muffler 12 Clean replace muffler 13 Loose or damaged wiring 13 Check all wiring 14 Carburetor out of adjustment 14 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 15 Engine valves out of 15 Contact a Sears or other adjustment qualified service center Excessive Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten vibration blade bolt Bent blade mandrel Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Loose damaged part s Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety Check wiring switches and to run when presence control system co
60. nnections If not corrected operator leaves contact a Sears or other seat with qualified service center attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven 1 Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Mower deck not level Level mower deck Buildup of grass leaves and 3 Clean underside of mower trash under mower housing Bent blade mandrel Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Clogged mower deck vent Clean around mandrels to from build up of grass leaves open vent holes and trash around mandrels Mower blades will 1 Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction not rotate mechanism Worn damaged mower drive 12 Replace mower drive belt belt Frozen idler pulley Replace idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Headlight s not working if so equipped Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine backfires when turning engine OFF Ss oo N Ok Ne po Engine speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed 10 Improper blades used Clogged mower d
61. nts section of this manual PURGE TRANSMISSION ACAUTION Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning To ensure proper operation and per formance it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT Should your transmission require removal for service or replace ment it should be purged after reinstall ation before operating the tractor 1 Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set 2 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission dis engaged position See TO TRANS PORT in this section of manual 3 Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to slow position With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal 4 Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five 5 seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system 5 Move motion control lever to neutral N position Shutoff engine and set parking brake 6 Engage transmission by placing freewheel contr
62. num Filter Oil Arm Rocker Shaft Pump Label Emission Ring Retaining Tie Cable Owner s Manual Kit Screw Washer Retainer Brush Kit Valve Overhaul Pivot Rocker Arm Screw Alternator Screw Float Bowl 407577 0027 Replacement Engine 273521 Included in Repair Manual Engine Gasket Set Key No 358 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit Key No 121 Included in Carburetor Gasket Set Key No 977 Included in Valve Gasket Set Key No 1095 All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm GG SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX WARNING To avoid serious injury operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For repair in your home of
63. o be used to clean the cartridge They may cause deterio ration of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge CLEAN AIR SCREEN 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 stub born dried gum fibers CLEAN AIR INTAKE COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling make sure the grass screen cooling fins and other exter nal 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 cool ing 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 removed will cause engine damage due to overheating MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could cre ate a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG S Replace spark plug s at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow
64. o the guidelines of coverage listed below Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years During the first 30 days of purchase there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty See exclusions below For your convenience IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase but a trip charge will apply This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location For the nearest authorized Sears location please call 1 800 4 MY HOME This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States This Warranty does not cover e Expendable items which become worn during normal use including but not limited to blades spark plugs air cleaners belts and oil filters e Standard Maintenance Servicing oil changes or tune ups e Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects such as nails thorns stumps or glass e Repairs necessary because of operator abuse including but not limited to damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft or over speeding the engine Repairs necessary because of operator negligence including but not limited to elec trical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil
65. of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 e Recheck measurements after ad justing Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground 00598 Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground Adjustment mas 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 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 that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure distance D directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length e If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link To lower front of mower loosen nut E on both front links an equal number of turns e When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links e To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal num ber of turns The two front links must remain equal in length e When dista
66. of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill 4 Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting e Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor When replacing hood be sure to 3 reconnect the headlight wire connector Hood Headlight Wire Connector 27 ENGINE Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customers ex pense may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or individual Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer s service outlet TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjust ment is necessary proceed as follows 1 With engine not running move throttle control lever from slow to choke posi tion Slowly move lever from choke to fast position
67. ol in transmission engaged position See TO TRANS PORT in this section of manual 7 Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to half 1 2 speed With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal 8 Slowly move motion control lever for ward after the tractor moves approxi mately five 5 feet slowly move motion control lever to reverse position After the tractor moves approximately five 5 feet return the motion control lever to the neutral N position Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three 3 times Your transmission is now purged and ready for normal operation MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut Have the cut area to the right of the trac tor This will result in a more even distri bution 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 00272 e f grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twic
68. old Screen Rotating Screw Rotating Screen Washer Flywheel Plug Oil 53 KEY NO 117 118 121 122 125 127 130 131 133 137 PART NO 698784 699820 699814 699802 699807 698810 699809 699812 694914 698781 699811 690979 693148 699799 691049 691108 691003 690083 692909 691019 699805 691021 691022 698231 690412 698761 691048 690718 691035 690957 690956 691024 695134 695410 D 691108 695277 691005 497595 690323 497608 691059 691060 691061 691043 699823 19203 DESCRIPTION Jet Main Standard Jet Main High Altitude Kit Carburetor Overhaul Spacer Carburetor Carburetor Plug Welch Valve Throttle Kit Throttle Shaft Float Carburetor Gasket Float Bowl Kit Choke Shaft Key Timing Nut Ring Gear Line Fuel Cut to Required Length Line Fuel Molded Screw Control Bracket Screw Control Bracket Adjuster Rocker Arm Spring Governor Spring Governed Idle Link Throttle Bracket Choke Control Link Choke Gear Governor Washer Governor Lever Bracket Control Lever Governor Control Screw Choke Valve Filter Fuel Retainer Breather Collector Oil Clamp Casing Screw Casing Clamp Washer Sealing Screw Dipstick Tube Housing Blower Screw Blower Housing Motor Starter Bolt Starter Motor Brush Set Nut Flywheel Armature Magneto Screw Magneto Armature Plug Spark Set Engine Gasket Flywheel Puller Included in Engine Gasket Set Key No 358 Included in Carburetor O
69. ore AWARNING 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 fora period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store ina clean dry area 1 Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual 2 Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 3 Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual 4 Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary 5 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATTERY e Fully charge the battery for storage e After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging e To 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 Maintenance section of this manual e After cleaning leave cables discon nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals e If battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on
70. s before stopping engine TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID RED I A Dara Orao AMMETER FUSE STARTER OPTIONAL a ase WHITE e WHITE e G I ni Ti Sener OC 4 I or MILO i i i Egr Pe ELECTRIC CLUTCH pugni i 3 Moi ani r O a J I CLUTCH BRAKE OT IIIA ui I PEDAL UP TUT any IGNITION RED o SWITCH SEAT SWITCH BROWN ORANGE IGNITION SWITCH Fosmon emoun make FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID NOT OCCUPIED RED WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING 02762 GROUNDING CONNECTOR OPTIONAL BLACK 2 e SPARK PLUGS GAP IGNITION mO 2 PLUGS e d ONTWIN CYL ENGINES CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM 16 AMP DC 3600 RPM REGULATOR DISCONNECTED REGULATOR DOs gt e ALTERNATOR _ PTO SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT C GB H ON c F B E A D REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS 33 u lt A fe a W CC TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 ELECTRICAL A j KCC A liy SIAT toe Ea a Tey tl rea ie a UE 34 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO NO 1 144927 2 74760412 8 7603J 10 145211 11 150109 12
71. s only Blade 42 Mulching Premium For better wear when mulching Blade 42 Hi Lift For bagging or discharge Shaft Assembly Mandrel Vented Incl Key Number 6 Housing Mandrel Vented Bearing Ball Mandrel Stripper Mower Deck Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Shoulder Baffle Vortex Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 unc Bracket Deflector Cap Sleeve Spring Torsion Deflector Nut Push Shield Deflector Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Rod Hinge Screw Thdrol Rolling Wsh Hd Washer Spacer Pulley Mandrel Nut Toplock Flanged Bolt Pulley Idler Flat Nut Lock 3 8 16 unc Guard Mandrel L H Retainer Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 Washer Hardened Arm Idler Spacer Retainer Guard Tuv Idler Spring Ext Elect Clutch V Belt MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO 1 182032 2 STD533107 3 138017 4 165460 5 STD624008 6 178024 8 850857 9 STD551137 10 140296 11 134149 139775 vs 138971 13 137645 14 128774 15 110485X 16 174493 18 72140505 19 132827 20 159770 21 STD541431 23 177563 24 105304X 25 123713X 26 110452X 27 130968X428 28 19111016 29 131491 30 173984 31 187690 32 173436 33 178342 34 STD533717 36 173438 40 73900600 44 140088 45 STD624003 46 137729 54 178515 55 155046 56 122052X 59 173442 61 174882 68 174883 91 180532 Bracket Roller Nose LH 47 KEY PART NO NO STD541437 132264 180533 136420 71081010 19061216 STD551110 160793 2029J 170605
72. s running any at tempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine e When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any at tempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine e The attachment clutch should never op erate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL 1 Raise mower to highest position to al low access to blades 2 Remove blade bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade 3 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 star on mandrel assembly 4 Reassemble blade bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown 5 Tighten blade bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt is heat treated If bolt needs replacing replace only with approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts Trailing __ Edge Up So Mandrel Assembly Star Flat Washer _ Lock Washer gd S Blade Bolt TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharp ening blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine e The blade can be sharpened with
73. ssion dis engaged position Pull freewheel con trol out and into the slot and release so itis held in the disengaged position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor for ward If the rear wheels rotate the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced TO ADJUST BRAKE 1 Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake 2 Measure distance between brake oper ating arm and nut A on brake rod 3 If distance is other than 1 9 16 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 9 16 Retighten jam nut against nut A 4 Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission engaged position 5 Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than five 5 feet in highest gear further maintenance is neces sary Replace brake pads or contact a Sears or other qualified service center With parking brake Engaged Do not touch this nut If further brake adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or other qualified service center 24 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL Park the tractor on level surface Engage LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT parking brake For assistance there is a The motion control lever has been preset belt installation guide decal on bottom side at the factory and adju
74. stment should not of left footrest be necessary BELT REMOVAL 1 Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the i right rear wheel and lightly tighten t AM SARA 2 Start engine and move motion con A trol lever until tractor does not move NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt adore para and position of all belt guides and keepers Hold motion control leverinthat posi Disconnect clutch wire harness tion and turn engine off Remove clutch locator While holding motion control lever in Remove belt from stationary idler and place loosen the adjustment bolt clutching idler peer S Remove belt downward from engine e al Li the neu pulley and around electric clutch 6 Tighten adjustment bolt securely Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor NO TE If additional clearance is needed Carefully remove belt upwards from to get to adjustment bolt move mower transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades deck height to the lowest position j After above adjustment is made if the on i ri Satie def keeper tractor still creeps forward or backward P y i while motion control lever is in neutral D n RON Se BELT INSTALLATION position follow these steps 1 Carefully work new belt down around 1 Loosen the adjustment bolt transmission cooling fan and onto the 2 Move the motion control lever 1 4 to input pulley 1 2 inch in the direction it is trying to 2 Slide belt into the center span keeper creep 3 Pull belt toward
75. t 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 58 175351 Duct Hood 59 187495 Bushing 1 375 OD 60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sank 3 8 16 unc x 3 4 64 174997 Dash Lower 74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 unc 90 124346X Nut Self Thrd Wshd 1 4 Zinc 142 175702 Plate Reinforcement 143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 175582 Bracket Footrest 145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis Hood 154 161897 Bracket Dash Rh 155 161900 Bracket Dash Lh 158 162037 Parking Brake Bkrt 159 191120X428 Cupholder 161 164655 Bumper Extrusion 600 x 3 50 206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 209 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 3 4 217 179132X428 Console Fuel Window 278 191611 Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 37 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 GROUND DRIVE drive hydro stlt_69 38 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO NO Dato 8 165866 9 160889 10 76020416 14 10040400 15 74490544 16 73800500 19 73800600 20 150280 21 130564 22 169498 23 171258 24 73350600 25 106888X 26 19131316 27 76020412 28 175765 29 124236X 30 169592 32 74760512 33 72140506 34 175578 35 120183X 36 19211616 37 1572H 38 179114 39 72110622 41 175556 47 127783 48 154407 49 123205X 50 72110612 51 73680600 52 73680500 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 17
76. ted 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 Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to the following important items v Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline v Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe oper ating condition v itis important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time Follow proper starting and trans mission purging instructions See TO START ENGINE and PURGE TRANS MISSION in the Operation section of this manual 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning R N H L N so REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ol ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED Ol di eat i amp BE OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT se RK 4 wt
77. to carbu retor replacement is required 1 With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections 2 Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu retor 3 Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned 4 Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso line ee Clamp U OVI Fuel Filter a i CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with auto motive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis sion are covered to keep water out Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass 21 leaves and trash from tractor and mower SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE 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 to STOP 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 IMPORTANT If an attachment ot
78. verhaul Kit Key No 121 included in Carburetor Gasket Set Key No 977 Included in Valve Gasket Set Key No 1095 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm KEY NO 383 385 387 404 405 445 447 447A 467 474 501 503 505 510 513 523 524 525 526 544 552 552A 562 573 601 615 616 628 633 635 654 668 691 695 697 703 718 726 741 742 750 783 788 789 797 797A PART NO 19374 691108 808656 690442 697820 499486 691003 691108 691008 696458 691185 691532 691029 497606 692024 691036 691032 691037 691108 692034 690552 690553 690311 691009 691038 698290 691045 691108 695414 66538 690958 691215 690657 693149 690372 691010 690959 499612 690980 690328 696999 693058 691039 698330 691029 693167 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 274040 BRIGGS ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407577 TYPE NUMBER 0284 E1 DESCRIPTION Wrench Spark Plug Screw Fuel Pump Pump Fuel Washer Governor Crank Screw Back Plate Filter Air Cleaner Cartridge Screw Air Guide Cover Screw Air Guide Cover Knob Air Cleaner Alternator Regulator Strap Ground Nut Governor Control Lever Drive Starter Clutch Drive Dipstick Seal Dipstick Tube Tube Dipstick Screw Regulator Armature Starter Bushing Governor Crank Bushing Governor Crank Bolt Governor Control Lever Plate Back Clamp Hose Retainer Governor Shaft Crank Governor Screw Fuel Pump Bracket Seal C

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