Craftsman 917.242440 User manual

S__A/_S
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO,
917,242440
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
£RIIFT$ I:IN+'
ELECTRIC LIFT
ACTUATOR KIT
for GARDEN TRACTORS
•Assembly
•Operation
•Customer
Responsibilities
•Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
•Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin the manual
and on the machine before starting.
•Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions,to operate the machine.
•Cleartheareaofobjeotesuch as recks,toys,wire, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
•Be surethe areaisclearof otherpeople beforemowing. Stop
machineif anyone enters the area.
•Never carrypassengers.
•Donot mow inreverse unlessabsolutelynecessary. Always
look down and behind before and whilebacking.
•Be aware of the mower dischargedirectionand do not point
it at anyone. Do notoperate the mowerwithout either the
entire grass catcher or the guard in place.
•Slow down before turning.
•Never leave arunningmachine unattended. Alwaysturnoff
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.
•Turn off bladeswhen not mowing.
•Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging
chute.
•Mow onlyin daylightor good artificiallight.
•Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcoholor drugs.
•Watch for trafficwhen operatingnear orcrossingroadways.
• Use extracare when loading or unloadingthe machineintoa
trailer or truck.
I1. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-controland tipover
accidents,whichcan resultin severe injuryor death. All slopes
requireextracaution. Ifyoucannot backupthe slopeor ifyoufeel
uneasyon it, do not mow it.
DO:
•Mow upand downslopes, not across.
•Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree limbs, etc.
•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturnthe machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
•Use slowspeed. Choose a low gear sothatyouwillnot have
tostop or shiftwhile on the slope.
•Followthemanufactureer'srecommendations forwheel weights
or counterweightsto improvestability.
•Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
These can change the stabilityof the machine.
•Keep all movement onthe slopes slow and gradual. Do not
make suddenchanges inspeed or direction.
•Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengagethe blades and proceed slowly straightdown the
slope.
DO NOT:
•Donot turnonslopes unlessnecessary,andthen, turnslowly
and graduallydownhill,if possible.
• Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches,or embankments. The
mowercouldsuddenlyrum overifa wheel isoverthe edgeof
a cliff or ditch,or if an edge caves in.
•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
•Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe
ground.
•Do notuse grasscatcher on steep slopes.
IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presenceof children. Childrenare oftenattractedto the machine
andthe mowingactivity. Neverassume thatchildren willremain
where you last saw them.
•Keepchildrenoutofthemowingarea andunderthe watchful
care of another responsibleadult.
• Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren enter the area.
• Before and when backing,look behind and down for small
children.
•Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously
injuredor interferewiththe safe machineoperation.
•Never allow childrento operate the machine.
•Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or otherobjectsthat may obscurevision.
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They
are flammable and vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.
Never refuelthe machine indoors.
Never storethe machineorfuel container insidewhere
there isan openflame, such as a water heater.
•Never runa machine inside aclosed area.
•Keepnutsandbolts,especiallyblade attachmentbolts,tight
and keep equipmentin good condition.
•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operationregulady.
•Keepmachinefreeofgrass,leaves, orotherdebris build-up.
Clean. oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
•Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
•Never make adjustmentsorrepairswiththe engine running.
•Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage,
and deterioration,whichcould expose movingparts or allow
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and
replacewithmanufacturer'srecommendedparts,when nec-
essary.
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves,and use extra caution when servicing them.
•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.
Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
&CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where itcannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making
repairs.
2

CONGRATULATIONS on yourpurchase of a Sears Elec-
tric Lift Actuator Kit. It has been designed, engineered
and manufactured to give you thebestpossibledependa-
bilityand performance.
Should you experience any problemsyou cannot easily
remedy, please contact yournearest SearsService Cen-
ter/Department. We have competent,well trainedtechni-
ciansand the proper toolsto serviceor repairthisunit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill
enable you to assemble and maintain yourLift Kit prop-
erly.Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
MODEL
NUMBER 917.242440
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON A DECAL LOCATED IN THE BAG
OF PARTS. ATTACH DECAL TO YOUR TRAC-
TOR FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
•Read and observe the safety rules.
•Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and usingyour Electricliftkit.
•Follow the instructionsunder "Operation" and "Cus-
tomer Responsibilities"sectionsof thisOwner's Manual.
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON
CRAFTSMAN ATTACHMENTS
Forone year from thedate of purchase, when thiselectriclift attachmentismaintainedaccording totheoperating and
maintenance instructionsintheowner'smanual, Searswillrepairfreeofchargeanydefectin materialorworkmanship.
Thiswarranty does notcover:
•Expendable itemswhichbecomewornduring normal use.
•Repairs necessarybecause ofoperatorabuse or negligence,includingthefailure to maintainthe equipment
accordingto instructionscontainedinthe owner's manual.
• Attachments used for commercialor rentalpurposes.
WARRANTY SERVICE ISAVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC LIFT KITTO THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE
THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN 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., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS. 60179
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2
WARRANTY ................................................................... 3
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ..................................... 3
CARTON CONTENTS ............................................... 4-6
COMMON SET-UP ........................................................ 7
GEAR DRIVE REAR ASSEMBLY ................................. 8
HYDRO REAR ASSEMBLY .......................................... 9
ASSEMBLY TO VERT. ENGINE GT ...................... 10-13
ASSEMBLY TO HORZ. ENGINE GT .......................... 14
ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY ..................................... 15-16
OPERATION ................................................................ 17
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .............................. 17
REPAIR PARTS ..................................................... 18-22
3

BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE ELECTRIC LIFT KIT
This electric lift kit is designed for all garden tractors, with horizontalshaft or verticalshaft engines, and gear drive or
hydrostatic type transaxles. Before you start to lay out the contents, you must first determine if you have a horizontal or
vertical shaft engine and a gear drive or hydrostatic type transaxle in your tractor. Once you have this information, layout
only those parts which will be used for your type of tractor according to "CARTON CONTENTS" section of this manual.
NOTE: KIT ASSEMBLY WILL REQUIRE ALL COMMON PARTS AND ONLY THOSE PARTS GROUPED FOR YOUR
PARTICULAR TYPE TRACTOR. ALL REMAINING PARTS MAY BE DISCARDED.
1) VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL ENGINE CAN BE DETERMINED BY POSITION OF THE ENGINE PULLEY,
IF PULLEY IS UNDER THE ENGINE IT IS A VERTICAL TYPE ENGINE, IF PULLEY IS IN FRONT OF ENGINE IT IS A
HORIZONTAL TYPE ENGINE.
2) HYDROSTATIC TRANSAXLE. CAN BEDETERMINED BYINFINITE SPEED CONTROL POSITIONS, AND
GEAR DRIVE TRANSAXLE WILL HAVE RESTRICTED SPEED GEAR SE'n'INGS.
CARTON CONTENTS
***ONLY HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE***
COMMON ASSEMBLY PARTS
(1) Hub, Lever Lift (1) Actuator
(1) Bolt 3/8 - 16 x1-3/8
0 0 O0 I
(1) Actuator Pin
COMMON ELECTRICAL PARTS
(1) Wire Harness
O
(2) Hex Facenut
(1) Lift_
(1) GroundWire
(3) RetainerSpring
(Large)
Q
(1) Washer, LockInt.Tooth
(1) Clip, Insulated
(1) Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x16 Ga.
4

CARTON CONTENTS CONTINUED
***ONLY HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE***
VERTICAL ENGINE GARDEN TRACTOR ASSEMBLY PARTS
i_ j))-_ _ (2) LiftLink
(1) Bushing (2) RetainerSpring (1) Rod, Pivot Support _.._
(Small)
P_vot_
(1) Bracket,
(1) Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x16 Ga. (4) Locknut 3/8 -1
II
(1) Bolt318- 16 x1-1/4 1 ',
II
II
(2) Nyliner, Rod Pivot (1) Pivot Arm
(1) Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4
(1) Washer21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. (1) Spacer
(2) PivotPin (1) Pivot Pin
(2) Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.
HORIZONTAL ENGINE GARDEN TRACTOR ASSEMBLY
rIIIJIllflII
_(1) Bolt 3/8 -16 x 1-3/4 (2) Locknut 3/8- 16
(5) Washer, Flat 17/32 x1-1/2 x 10Ga.
(1) Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 2-1/4
1iI (1) Bracket, LiftL.H. (1) Bracket, Lift R.H.
(1) Bushing (1) Tube .384 x 1/2 x 15/16

CARTON CONTENTS
***ONLY HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE***
HYDRO ASSEMBLY PARTS (1) LH.Actuator
(1) Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
G
(1) Locknut3/8-16 (1) R.H. Actuator, Bracket
(2) Bolt 7/16-14 x 1-1/4 (1) Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (1) Locknut7/16-14 GD
(1) Jam nut7/16-14
GEAR DRIVE ASSEMBLY PARTS
(2) BoltCarraige 3/8-16 x IG
(2) Locknut3/8-16
0
,J
%
(1) Actuator, Bracket
(1) Bolt3/8 -16 xI(1) Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x16 Ga. (1) Washer, Lock 3/8 (1) Thick Spacer Washer
13/32 x 7/8 x 7Ga.
/
6

COMMON SET-UP i
THESE ARE THE TOOLS YOU
WILL NEED FOR ASSEMBLY.
(1) 3/16" Allen Wrench
(1) 1/2" Wrench
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
(1) 5/8" Wrench
(1) 11/16" Wrench
(1) Fiat Blade Screwdriver
(1) 9/16" Socket
(1) 5/8" Socket
(1) 11/16" Socket
(1) Drive Ratchet
(1) 3"or longerExtension
(1) PhillipsScrewdriver
CAUTION: BEFORE ASSEMBLING ACTUATOR KITTO TRACTOR:
Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
Place gearshift/motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position.
Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
Make sure the blade 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.
NOTE: Whenright hand (R.H.) andleft hand (L.H.) arementionedinthis manual, itmeans when youareseated onthetractor,
in the operator'sposition.
NOTE: THE ILLUSTRATIONS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL ARE TO AID INTHE ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION OF THIS
KIT. THEY MAY OR MAY NOT SHOW YOUR PARTICULAR TRACTOR MODEL.
SET-UP (See Figs. 1,2 & 3)
• Remove mower deck ifinstalled(referto your "Tractor
Owner's Manual" for instructions).
•Remove cap, E-Ring, and washerfrom axle on left rear
wheel.
• Place a suitable size block of wood under drawbar
bracket.
• Remove rear wheel.
• ON BAND BRAKE MODELS ONLY: Remove hex bolt,
Iockwasher and flat washer indicated by arrow, from
transaxle and discard. JAM
NUT
•Relieve any tension on attachment lift spring by
loosening jam nutand adjustment bolt.
• Remove socket/hex head screw from lift control lever.
Remove lift lever and washers (if equipped).
NOTE: Use block of wood to assist in lift handle
removal. Save washers for later use.
• Install washers, ifremoved earlier, on lift lever ]]ub.Fit
lift lever hub on splined lift shaft and secure with
3/8-16 x 1-3/8 hex bolt, provided with kit.
LIFT
LEVER
O
DRAWBARo(
QBRACKET
Q
Q
BOLT
ATrACHMENT
LIFT SPRING
"FOR BAND
BRAKE MODELS
ONLY"
WASHERS
(IFEQUIPPED)
Fig. 2
SOCKET HEAD/
HEX HEAD
SCREW
WASHERS
(IF EQUIPPED)
LIFT
LEVER
HUB
HEX BOLT
LOCKWASHER
AND FLATWASHER Fig. 1 7
SPLINED
LIFT SHAFT
Fig. 3
HEX BOLT

GEAR DRIVE REAR ASSEMBLY
INSTALL ACTUATOR BRACKET
ASSEMBLY, GEAR DRIVE
(See Figs. 4,5 & 6)
• Assemblelarge retainerspringinouterholeofactuator
pin as shown.
•Installactuatorbracket assemblytoLH. frame railas
follows.
a. Place actuator bracket on frame rail and insert pin
through holes (C) and (D) of actuator bracket
assembly.
NOTE: Inserting pin gives proper alignment of
holesfor installingelectricactuator.
b. Secure bracket to frame rail using two carriage
bolts,and Iocknutsas shown.
NOTE: Depending on the type brake system on your
transaxle, followthe appropriateinstructionsbelow.
BRAKE BAND TYPE SYSTEM
•Using flat washer (thin) 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.,
Iockwasher 3/8, and hex bolt 3/8-16 UNC x 1,
provided with kit, assemble actuator bracket to
transaxle. Installhardwarethroughactuatorbracket
and brake bracket. Tightensecurely.
DISK BRAKE TYPE SYSTEM
•Using flat washer (thin) 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.,
Iockwasher 3/8, hex bolt 3/8-16 UNC x 1, and flat
Spacerwasher (thick) 13/32x 7/8x7 Ga., provided
with kit, assemble actuator bracket to transaxle.
Place flat spacer washer (thick) between actuator
bracket and transaxle. Tighten securely.
Assemble electric actuator to actuator bracket assem-
bly as follows.
a. Remove pin from actuator bracket assembly.
b. Place electric actuator in position. Align hole of
actuator with hole (C) of actuator bracket assem-
bly.
c. Insert pin through electric actuator and bracket
assembly. Align hole of pinwith hole (E)in actuator
bracket assembly and secure with retainer spring.
LARGE
RETAINER
SPRING J
ACTUATOR PIN
Fig. 4
LOCKNUTS
ACTUATOR
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
L.H. FRAME
RAIL
THICK SPACER WASHER A LOCKNUTS
(13/32 X 7/8 X 7 GA)
OR
BRAKE BRACKET
_D PIN
m;LARGE RETAINER II
I SPRING |
\w,s I
_,, _J BRACKET HEX BOLT _r
Fig. 5
LARGE ACTUATOR
RETAINER tKET
SPRING ASSEMBLY
LARGE
SPRING
8
ELECTRIC
ACTUATOR
Fig. 6

HYDRO REAR ASSEMBLY
INSTALL ACTUATOR BRACKET
ASSEMBLY, HYDRO (See Fig. 7)
•Remove upper hex boltsecuringtransaxlebracketto
LH frame rail,as indicatedby arrow.
•Fitleftandrightactuatorbracketstogether,bentbracket
to inside. Slide actuatorbracketassemblyup against
insideof LH frame rail, as shown.
•Assemble3/8-16 x 1carriageboltthroughLHframe rail
and uppercorner holesofactuatorbracketassembly,
as shown. Hand tighten3/8-16 Iocknuton bolt.
• Insert7/16-14 x 1-1/4 hexboltfrom insidetractorframe
railsthroughRH actuatorbracket,drawbar,LH frame
rail and transaxle bracket as shown. Hand tighten
Iocknuton hex bolt
•While holding jamnut on inside of actuator bracket
assembly, insert remaining 7/16-14 x 1-1/4 hex bolt
from outside throughtransaxlebracket,LH frame rail
and actuatorbracketassemblyandthreadintojamnut,
as shown.
•Tighten all hardware securely.
ASSEMBLE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR
TO BRACKETS, HYDRO
(See Figs. 8 & 9)
•Assemblelargeretainerspringinouterhole ofactuator
pinas shown.
NOTE: useend of actuator pinwith only one hole.
•Placeactuatorinplace and align hole in actuatorwith
holesinactuatorbracket assembly.
•Insertactuatorpin through holes in bracket assembly,
actuatorand flat washer. Retain with large retainer
springat inner mosthole locationas shown.
ACTUATOR PIN_ LARGE
RETAINER
SPRING
HEX BOLT
JAMNUT (THIN) INSIDE)
LH. FRAME
RAIL
Fig. 8ELECTRIC
ACTUATOR
FLATWASHER L.H. FRAME
RAIL
ACTUATOR PIN
R.i
ACTUATOR
BRACKET
SKID BRACKET ©
_EMOVE HEX
BOLT AND
DISCARD
.TRANSAXLE
BRACKET
ELECTRIC
ACTUATOR ACTUATOR
BRACKET
R.H. ACTUATOR
BRACKET" L.H. ACTUATOR
BRACKEI
LARGE
RETAINER
SPRING
FLATWASHER ACTUATOR PIN
LARGE
RETAINER
SPRING
Fig. 79 Fig. 9

ASSEMBLY FOR VERTICAL ENGINE MODELS
LIFT KIT ASSEMBLY TO GT
w/VERTICAL ENGINE
(See Figs. 10 thru 16)
PREPARATION
•Remove height indicatoron LH side oftractorframe.
Save all partsexcept hexboltfor reassembly.
FLAT
WASHER
HEIGHT
INDICATOR 7-
LOCK
WASHER
HEX BOLT
ASSEMBLE PIVOT ARM ASSEMBLY
• Assemble bothliftlinks between sides of pivot arm as
shown. Securewithlargerpivot pin and small retainer
spring.
NOTE: Slots inliftlinksare not centered and mustbe
assembledcorrectly.To assemble holdpivotarmwith
bent end towardsyou and downwards. Positionlift
linkssoslotistoleftand narrowedge isat bottom(see
inset)
•Place spacerbetweenthetwo linksand insertsmaller
pivotpin. Secure withsmall retainerspring.
•Installtwo nylinersintopivotbracket as shown.
NYLINER
PIVOT ARM
SNAP-OUT
COVER FLAT
WASHER
Fig. 10
NYLINER
LIFT LINKS
Slide21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. washeronto pivot rodsupport
up to nibs. Set aside for later use.
NIBS
SMALL
RETAINER
SPRINGS
SPACER
0
LARGER
PIVOT PIN
21/32 X 1 X 21 GA.
WASHER
Fig. 11
PIVOT ROD
SUPPORT
BE SURE SLOT IS
TO LEFT AND
NARROW EDGE IS
TO BOI-rOM
SMALLER
PIVOT PIN
BENT END OF
PIVOT ARM INSET
Fig. 12
10

ASSEMBLY FOR VERTICAL ENGINE MODELS
ASSEMBLE PIVOT ROD BRACKET
Installpivot rodbrackettoinsideofR.H. frame fail'using
two hex bolts3/8-16 x7/8 and two 3/8-16 Iocknuts.
1. Be sure parkingbrake isengaged. Positionpivot
rodbracket to insideof R.H. frame railand install
one hex boltthroughuppermountinghole._Jnstall
Iocknuton hex bolttooutsideofframe rail.
2. Disengage parking brake, and install remaining
hex boltand Iocknutas shown.
Tightenhardwaresecurely. Besuretoengageparking
brake after pivot rodbracket is installed.
VIEW FROM UNDER TRACTOR
PIVOT ROD BRACKET
3/8-16 LOCKNUT
1
PARKING BRAKE
DISENGAGED
ROD BRACKET
318-16 X 718
BOLT
UPPER
.MOUNTING
HOLE
_,RIGHT HAND
FRAME RAIL
3/8-16 X 718
HEX BOLT
PARKING BRAKE
ENGAGED RIGHT HAND
FRAME RAIL
Fig. 13
11

ASSEMBLY FOR VERTICAL ENGINE MODELS
INSTALL PIVOT ARM ASSEMBLY
Raise link assembly until nylinersare in4inewithhole
inLH sideoftractorframe. Insertpivotrodsupportwith
washerthroughnylinersinpivotarm,asshown.Loosely
assembly to hex bolt 3/8-16 x 718 and lock washer
throughholein LH side offrame. Do nottightenat this
time.
Assembleflattenedend ofpivot rodsupportto under-
side ofpivot rodbracket usinghexbolt3/8-16 x 1-1/4,
flat washer and Iocknut and tighten securely. Now
tighten previouslyassembled3/8-16 x 7/8 hexbolt.
318-16 X 718 LOCK NYUNERS AND
HEX BOLT WASHER PIVOT ARM FLAT
3/8-16 X 1-1/4 WASHER
HEX BOLT
VIEW FROM UNDER TRACTOR
3/8-16 X 7/8 LOCK
HEX BOLT
HOLE IN LH SIDE
OF TRACTOR
FLAT
PIVOT ROD BRACKET NYLINERS AND
PIVOT ARM
ASSEMBLY
318-16 LOCKNUT PIVOT ROD
SUPPORT
Fig. 14
12

ASSEMBLY FOR VERTICAL ENGINE MODELS
ATTACH ACTUATOR & LIFT LINKS REASSEMBLE HEIGHT INDICATOR
1 Insertactuatorarmand bushingbetweenpivotarmsas
shown.Secure with3/8-16 x2-1/4 hexboltandIocknut.
NOTE: Be sure that bolt is assembled in direction
shown.
2 Positionone lift linkon each sideofthe liftshaftbracket
as shown. Insert smaller pivot pin and secure with
small retainer spring.
LIFT
SHAFT
BRACKET
LIFT UNK
(ONE ON EACH SIDE OF
LIFT SHAFT BRACI_'T)
SMALL SMALLER
RETAINER PIVOT PIN
SPRING _LIFT LINK
(ONE ON EACH SIDE OF
LIFT SHAFT BRACKET)
BRACKET
HEX BOLT
Reassembleheightindicatorpreviouslyremovedadd-
ingtwospacerwashersand replacinghexboltwiththe
5/16-18 x 1-1/4 hexboltprovidedwiththis kit. Ensure
height indicatoris showingcorrect position of deck.
This may be adjustedafter final assembly of deck by
loosening hex bolt and moving height indicator to
correctpositionin relationto deck, retightenhex bolt
and replace snap-out cover. Assemble all parts in
order shown. HEIGHT
INDICATOR
FLAT
WASHER
LOCK
WASHER
NEW HEX BOLT ADD SPACER
SNAP-OUT
FLAT
WASHER
SMALL Fig. 16
RETAINER
SPRING
ACTUATOR
ARM VIEW FROM
UNDER TRACTOR
2PIVOT PIN
1
HEX BOLT
PIVOT ARMS
ACTUATOR
ARM
Fig. 15
13 LOCKNUT BUSHING

ASSEMBLY FOR HORIZONTAL ENGINE MODELS
LIFT KIT ASSEMBLY TO GT
w/HORiZONTAL ENGINE
(See Figs. 17 and 18)
•Assemble L.H. and R.H. lift brackets to lift shaft
assembly arm using hex bolt 3/8-16 x1-3/4, five
washers,one tube, and one Iocknutas shown.
NOTE: When assembling lift brackets, make sure top
of L.H. and R.H. brackets are positionedon lift shaft
assemblyarm (offsetto the right).
a. Inserthex boltthrough R.H. liftbracket.
b. Placetube and two washerson bolt.
c. Enter bolt throughholeof liftshaftassembly arm.
d. Placethreewashers, L.H. liftbracket,and Iocknut
on boltand tighten securely.
NOTE: The five washers are not used when assembling
lift mechanismto sleeve hitch. See your sleeve hitch
manualwhen installingthis electricliftactuatorontractors
soequipped.
Assemble extension arm of electricactuator to L.H.
and R.H. lift brackets using hex bolt 3/8-16 x 2-1/4,
bushing,and Iocknut.
a. Insertbushingin holeof actuatorarm.
b. Positionactuatorarm between L.H. and R.H. lift
brackets.
c. Inserthex bolt through hole (B) of L.H. lift bracket
goingthroughactuatorarm and R.H. liftbracket.
d. Place Iocknuton boltand tightensecurely.
L.H. LIFT
BRACKET
LOCK'NUT
RS
BRACKET .IFT
BRACKET
LIFT
SHAFT
ASSEMBLY
ARM
R.H. LIFT
BRACKET I
TUBE_
MALE
Fig. 17
LIFT
HARNESS
R.H. LIFT
BRACKET
ELECTRIC
ACTUATOR
LH. LIFT
BRACKET
14 Fig. 18

COMMON ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY
WIRING ASSEMBLY FOR ALL
TRACTORS
(See Figs. 19 thru 24)
I_ BEFORE WORKING ON ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM DISCONNECT BATrERY. RE-
CONNECT BATrERY WHEN FINISHED.
Locatethe blackplasticplugin upperrightor left side
of dash. Remove plug and assemble lift switch.
NOTE: Pluglocation may be differentthan shown.
a. Secure one nut to liftswitchas shown.
b. Enter lift switch in dash hole(with Keyway down)
from underside of dash, placing flat washer, inter-
nal tooth Iockwasher and nutoverthreaded area of
lift switch. Tighten nut securely.
Connect ground wire (black single wire) to lift switch.
a. Viewing lift switch from under hood, connect black
wire to upper left hand side terminal of switch.
b. Connect opposite end (eyelet) under the right or
left upper rear battery support nut. Support nut
(indicated byarrow) located on insideof rightor left
side panel.
LIFT
SWITCH
BLACK
{GROUND)
WIRE
Fig. 20
RIGHT OR LEFT UPPER
REAR SUPPORT BOLT
RIGHT OR
PANEL
PLUG
Fig. 21
Fig. 19
15

COMMON ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY
• Connect lifthamess to electricactuator.
a. Connect male connector of harness to female
connector of electric actuator.
• Viewing lift switch from under hood connect lift har-
ness to lift switch.
a. Connect yellow wire of lift harness to lower right
terminal of lift switch.
b. Connect double red wire of lift harness to lower
left terminal of lift switch.
c. Connect single red wire to upper right terminal.
• Secure wiring harness.
a. Remove Iocknut (underside of tractor) on L.H.
saddle bolt.
b. Install insulated clip over bolt as shown. Replace
Iocknut and tighten securely.
c. Insert wiring harness in clip as shown.
• Raise hood, insert female connector of lift harness
into male connector of tractor harness.
• Ensure wire routing does not allow wires to rest on
sharp edges or near moving parts.
SHIFT L.H. DASH
GATE BOLT
COVER
WIRING
HARNESS
INSULATED
Fig. 23
BLACK
(GROUND)
WIRE
(TOP)
LOWER
LIFT
VIEWED FROM
BEHIND DASH
SINGLE
RED WIRE
FEMALE CONNECTOR
HARNESS)
MALE CONNECTOR
_RACTOR HARNESS)
DASH
(CUTAWA_
OVIEWED FROM
LEFT SIDE OF
TRACTOR
Fig. 24
DOUBLE
RED WlRE
Fig. 22
YELLOW
WIRE
REASSEMBLE TRACTOR
• Reinstall rear wheel and mower deck, if removed
earlier.
• Remove wood block.
• Reconnect spark plug wire.
• Retighten lift assist spring bolt.
16

OPERATION
Make sureall Boltsand Nuts are tight, Retainer Springs
are secure.
READ THE "RULES FOR SAFE OP-
ERATION" CAREFULLY BEFORE OP-
ERATING YOUR ELECTRIC ACTUA-
TOR.
.
2.
J
Ignition Switch must be "ON" to operate Electric
Actuator.
AfteryouinstallLiftSwitchfollow markingsalreadyon
dashboard.
.Ifyou hear aratcheting sound, you know you are fully
raised or fully lowered. Release Switch promptly after
ratchetingbegins.
LIFT ATTACHMENT OUT OF THE
GROU ND WHENTURNING CORNERS,
REVERSING OR TRANSPORTING. J
CUSTOMER RESPONSABILITIES
LUBRICATION
.
2.
The Electric Actuator is lubricated for normal life. If
Actuator is disassembled for repair, upon reassembly
lubricate with high performance extreme pressure
lubricating grease.
Apply a light coat of grease to threaded areas and
Pivot Points.
THE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH AN OVERLOAD CIR-
CUIT THAT WILL TRIP WHEN OVER-
LOADED.
UNIT WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESET
AFTER 10 SECONDS.
17

REPAIR PARTS
ELECTRIC ACTUATOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.242440
GEAR DRIVE, HORIZONTAL ENGINE TYPE TRACTOR
3
31
47 14 27
87
9
2O
2O
18

REPAIR PARTS
ELECTRIC ACTUATOR- -MODEL NUMBER 917.242440
GEAR DRIVE, VERTICAL ENGINE TYPE TRACTOR
13 15
31
34
36 /_-/_t-JI "1_I_,_I 6
37 10_'@ /
14 2
12
14
24
26
19

REPAIR PARTS
ELECTRIC ACTUATOR- -MODEL NUMBER 917.242440
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE, VERTICAL ENGINE TYPE TRACTOR
31
14
12
14
2O 19
2O
42
39
43
35 44
20
4O
20