Sears GT 18 User manual

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OWNERS
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.257120
Caution:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instruction s
Carefully
GT18
GARDEN TRACTOR
Assembly
Installation
Operation
Repairs Parts _
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MODEL
NUMBER _
SERIAL
NUMBER _
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL
BE FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE AT-
TACHED TO THE BATTERY HEAT SHIELD,
IN FRONT OF THE BATTERY.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH MODEL AND
SERIAL NUMBERS AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof a Sears GT 18
Garden Tractor.It has been designed, engineered and manu-
factured to give you dependabilityand performance.Should
youexperience any problem you cannot easily remedy,please
contact your nearest Sears, Roebuck and Co. store.They have
competent, well-trained technicians and the propertools and
parts to service or repair this unit.
Pleaseread and retain this manual.The instructions will enable
you to assemble, operate and maintain your Tractor properl~.
Always observe the "RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION '.
YOUR NEW GT 18
GARDEN TRACTOR
FEATURES ...
CRAFTSMANOVERHEAD VALVE 18 H.P. ENGINE--cool-
running performanceand long life with plenty of power to
takeon a variety of yard,gardening or snow removal tasks.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM--allows engine to startonly
when tractorClutch-Brake Pedal is depressed and Attachment
Clutch Pedal is in"OFF"position.
ALL-GEAR TRANSMISSION--six speeds forward, two reverse
speeds--to let you select the proper match for theterrain and
the job. Auto-type differential helps guard against turf scuff-
ing.
CONTROLPANEL--with Throttle,Choke, Light Switch,Ig-
nition Switch, AmmeterandElectric Lift Switch for Three
Point Hitch conveniently grouped for easeof use.
ATTACHMENT VERSATILlTY--handles a large variety of
Sears Yard and Garden Tractor Attachments including ...
42 AND 48 INCH MOWERS with three "high-lift" blades
to lift grass up for level cuts.
LITTER WHISK LAWN SWEEPER is more efficient than
conventional lawn sweepers because of its wheel-less design;
only therotary brush touches theground.
SELF POWERED ROTO-TILLER prepares soil for new
lawns and gardenswith a 30 to38 inch wide tilling path.
OTHER SOIL TILLAGE ATTACHMENTS including Plow,
DiscHarrow, Drag Harrowand Cultivator.
CHEVRON TIRES for added traction in loose soil, gravel
or snow.
SNOW BLOWER handles wet, heavy or powdery snow with
ease.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTy 1
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 4
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 6
TROUBLE SHOOTING 11
REPAIR PARTS _12
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON ELECTRIC START GARDEN TRACTOR
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Garden Tractor is used for personal household purposes, Sears will repair any defect in
material orworkmanship in this Garden Tractor, except the battery, at no charge.
If this GardenTractor is used for commercial or rental purposes,thiswarrantyapplies for only 30 days from the date of purchase.
FULL 90-DAY WAR RANTY ON BATTERY
For 90 days from thedate of purchase, if anybatteryincludedwith theGarden Tractor proves defective in material or workmanship and will
not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery, at nocharge.
LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY
From the 91st day until one yearfromthe date of purchase, if any battery included with theGarden Tractor proves defective in material or
workmanship and will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery, charging 1/12th oftheprice of the new battery for each full month
from the date of purchase.
Warranty service is available at your home, at no charge, by simply contacting the nearest Sears storeor Service Center throughout the United
States.
Thiswarranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may also have other rights which vary from stateto state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Sears Tower
SSC 41-3
Chicago,IL 60684
WARNING
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or nearany unimproved forest-{;overed, brush-{;overed or grass-
covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equippedwith a sparkarrester meetingapplicable local or state laws (if any).If a spark arrester is
used,it should be maintainedin effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section4442 of the California PublicResources Code). Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands.See your S"ars Authorized Service Center for spark arrester muffler part number 6383R.
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LOOKFOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.IT MEANS-ATTENTION
BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETYIS INVOLVED.
1.Know thecontrolsand how
OWNER'S MANUAL.
2.Do not allow childrento operatethevehicle. Do not allow
adults tooperate itwithout proper instruction.
3. Do not carry passengers. Keep childrenand pets a safe dis-
tance away.
4.Always wear substantial footwear. Donotwear loosefitting
clothing that could get caught in moving parts.
5.Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor, mower andthe
areabeing cut.Don't let other interests distract you.
6.Do notattemptto operate your tractor or mowerwhen
not indrivers seat.
7. Always get on oroffyour tractor from theoperators left
handside.
8.Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up
and thrown.
9. Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into neutral be-
fore attempting to start the engine.
10. Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine be-
fore leaving the operator's position.
11. Disengage power to mower, stopthe engine and disconnect
spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s) before cleaning, mak-
ing an adjustment or repairs.
12.Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
13. Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle un-
attended, such as disengaging the power-take-off, lowering
the attachments, shifting'into neutral,setting the parking
brake,stopping the engine, and removing the key.
14. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or down-
hill. Mow up and down the face of slopes (not greater than
15°); never across theface.
15. Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to pre-
vent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
16. Do not shift gears while going up or down slopes. Choose a
gear low enough tonegotiate the slope without stopping
and shifting gears.To reduce speed, move throttle lever
to slow.
17.Never mow in wet orslippery grass, when traction is un·
sure or at a speed which could cause a skid.
18. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
19.Do not drive,too close to creeks, ditches and public high·
ways.
20. Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects
in order to prevent theblades from striking them. Never
deliberately run tractor or mower into Or over any foreign
object.
21. Never shift gears until tractor comes to a stop.
22. Never place hands or feet under the mower,in the deflector
(discharge chute) or near any moving parts while tractor or
mower are running.Always keep clear of discharge chute.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
to stopquickly.READ THE 23. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
b. Limit loads to those you can safely control.
c.Donot turn sharply. Use care when backing.
d. Usecounterweight or wheel weights when suggested in
this owner's manual.
24.Watch out for traff:: when crossing or near roadways.
25. When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near theve-
hicle while in operation.
26. Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.
a. Use approved gasoline containers.
b. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline to
a running or hot engine, or fill the fuel tank indoors.
Wipe up spilled gasoline.
c.Open doors if the engine is run in the garage - exhaust
fumes are dangerous. Do not run the engine indoors.
27. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating con-
dition, and keep safety devices in place.
28.Keep all nuts,bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip-
ment is in safe working condition.
29. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside
abuilding where fumes may reach an open flame orspark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
30.To reducefire hazard, keep the engine free ofgrass,leaves
orexcessivegrease.
31.Except for adjustment; DO NOT operate Engine if air
cleaner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is re-
moved. Removal of such part could create a fire hazard.
32. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUTA MUFFLER OR TAM-
PER WITH THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. Damaged mufflers
or spark arresters couldcreate a fire hazard. Inspect period-
ically and replace if necessarv.
33. The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and inspect-
ed for damage after striking a foreign object,and the dam-
age should be repaired before restarting and operating the
equipment.
34. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine.
35. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as follows:
a.Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
b. Never make a cutting height adjustment while the engine
is running if the operator must dismount to do so.
c. Shut the engine off when removing the grass catcher or
unclogging chute.
d.Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at
frequent intervals.
36.Check the grass catcher bags frequently for wear or deterio-
ration. Replace with new bags for safety protection.
37.Do not operate the Mower without either the entire grass
catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in
place. ..
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,-VEN'C"
BATTERY
TERMINAL HEX
/NUT
To assembleand adjust your Tractor you will need:
two7/16",one 9/16" and one 3/4" Wrenches.
NOTE: Right Hand (R.H.) and LeftHand (L.H.) are deter-
mined from operator'sposition whileseated on tractor.
ASSEMBLY
1.Remove Shipping Wires, Battery,Steering Wheel and Bag
of Parts.
2. Filling and charging Battery (beforeinstalling). NOTE:SEE
DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH BAT-
TERY.
A WEAR EYE AND FACE SHIELD.
a. FillBattery with electrolyte to bottoms of tubes in cells
(Fig.1).NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL. OVERFILLING
WILLRESULT IN DAMAGE TO TRACTOR.
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WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IMMEDI-
ATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY IN CONTACT
WITHELECTROLYTE.
b. Check level of electrolyte after 30 minutes. Add addi-
tional electrolyteifnecessary. NOTE:Tighten Vent
Caps securely.
c.Charge Battery at a ratenot exceeding three amperes
for about two and one half hours.
DO NOT SMOKE. FUMESFROM CHARG-
ED ELECTROLYTE AREEXPLOSIVE.
d. Neutralize excess electrolytefor disposal by adding it to
four inches of water inafive gallon plastic container.
Stir with a wooden or plasticpaddle whileadding bak-
ing soda until the addition of moresodacausesno more
foaming.
3.Install Battery using:
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Battery Clamp, two Wing Nuts,two Battery Bolts,
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four Flat Washers,two Hex Boltsand two Hex Nuts found
in Bag of Parts.
a. Push down andslightlyspread rear sides of Hood to re-
lease Hood Latches.Lift Hood from rear sides (Fig. 2).
b.Remove tape from PlasticTray.Position Plastic Trayso
that drain holein Tray is over round hole of Battery
Support.
c. Place Battery in Plastic Tray (Battery TerrT)inals to front
of Tractor) (Fig. 3).
NOTE: TIGHTEN WING NUTS SECURELY USING
YOUR THUMB AND FOREFINGER. DO NOT USE
TOOLS.OVER TIGHTENING MAY OVERSTR'ESS
OR CRACK THE BATTERY CASE.
d. Hook the curved shank Battery Bolt into slot on the
left side of Battery Support (Fig.3). Fasten Battery
Clamp to Battery Bolt with a Flat Washer and Wing
Nut.
e.Hookthe straight shank Battery Bolt into slot in R.H.
Hood Latch and fasten BatteryClamp with a Flat
Washer and Wing Nut (Fig.4).Tighten Wing Nuts secure-
ly.
f. Place a FlatWasher over the end of a Hex Bolt. Secure
RED Battery Cable to Positive (+)Battery Terminal with
a Hex Bolt, Washer and Hex Nut (Fig. 5). Tighten Nut
securely. Place Boot over Terminal.
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POSITIVE TERMINAL MUSTBE CON-
NECTED FIRST TO PREVENT SPARKS
FROM ACCIDENTAL GROUNDING.
g. Place remaining Flat Washer over the end of the remain-
ing Hex Bolt.Secure BLACK Ground Cable to Negative
(-) Battery Terminal with Hex Bolt, Washer and Hex
Nut (Fig. 5).Tighten Nut securely.
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Flat Washer, Lockwasher, and Hex Boltassembled on end
of Steering Shaft;
Woodruff Key, and Steering Wheel Insert found in Bag of
Parts.
a.Remove Hex Bolt,Lockwasher and Flat Washerfrom
Steering Shaft (F ig. 6).
b. Insert Woodruff Key in Keyway of SteeringShaft and
slide Steering Wheel over Shaft and Key. NOTE: BE
SURE WOODRUFF KEY IS SECUREIN STEERING
SHAFT.
c.Fasten withFlat Washer, Lockwasher and Hex Bolt (Fig.
6).Tighten securely.
d.PressSteering Wheel Insert in place.
NOTE: A SPARK ARRESTER MUFFLER (PAGE 13)IS
AVAI LABLE AS AN ACCESSORY PART FOR YOUR
TRACTOR.CHECKLEGAL REQUIREMENTSIN YOUR
AREA.
INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS
1. REDUCE TIRE PRESSURE TO 14 POUNDS IN FRONT
TIRES AND 12 POUNDS IN REAR TIRES. (Tires were
overinflated for shipping purposes).
2. Seat position may be adjustedforwardor backward by
loosening Nut in Seat Plate (Fig. 7). NOTE: WHEN RE-
TIGHTENING NUT AFTER ADJUSTMENT MAKE SURE
SEAT PLATE HAS NOT TWISTED OUT OF ALIGN-
MENT WITH SEAT SPRING.
INITIAL SERVICE
NOTE:BE CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOWDIRT TO ENTER
THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING 01 L OR
FUEL.
1. Check Engine Oil Level with Tractoron levelground.
Wipedipstick (Fig. 8) clean,screw itin tight for a few sec-
onds, removeand read Oil Level. If necessary,add Oil until
"FULL" mark is reached.In summeruse S.A.E. 30 (SC,
SO or SE) Oil. In winter (below 32°F. or O°C.) useS.A.E.
10W30 (SC, SO orSE) or10W40 (SC, SO or SE). In ex-
tremecold (below O°F.or -17.8°C.) use S.A.E.5W20 (SC,
SO orSE).NOTE:DO NOT OVERFI LL.
2. Fill Fuel Tank(Fig.7) with fresh regular grade lead-free or
leadedgasoline. Capacity is 3 - 1/4 gallons. NOTE: DO
NOT SWITCH FROM LEADED TO LEAD-FREE GASO-
LINE.
FILL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK FILL-
ER NECK. DO NOT OVERFILL. WIPE
OFFANY SPILLED OIL OR FUEL. _3-
THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH
SAFETY SWITCHES TO PREVENT
STARTING OF THE TRACTOR ENGINE
WHILE THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
PEDAL IS IN THE "ON" POSITION (FIG.
10) AND THE CLUTCH-BRAKE PEDAL
IS IN DRIVE POSITION (FIG. 12).
IMMEDIATELY REPLACE SWITCHES
THAT ARE NOT IN PROPER WORKING
ORDER. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT
THE PURPOSE OF THESE SWITCHES.
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1. Keep all shields in place.
2. Before leaving operator's position:
a. Shift transmission to neutral.
b. Set parking brake.
c. Disengage attachment clutch.
d.Shut off engine.
e. Remove ignition key.
3.Wait for all movement to stop before servicing machine.
4.Keep peopleandpets a safedi'tance away from machine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Place Parking BrakeLever in locked position (Fig. 9).
2. Place Attachment CIUL:, Pedal in "OFF" position (Fig.10).
3.Place Gear Shift Lever inneutral "N" position (Fig. 11).
4.Move Range Shift Lever to"N" neutral position (Fig.11).
5. Push Clutch-Brake Pedal into brake position (Fig. 12).
6. Move Throttle Control Lever to middle position (F ig.13).
7. Pull Choke out (Fig. 13).
8.Turn Ignition Key to "START" position until Engine starts
(Fig. 13). Release key into "ON" position.
NOTE: DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY FOR
MORE THAN THIRTY SECONDS AT A TIME. If engine
does not start after several attempts,move Throttle Control
Lever to "FAST" position, waita few minutes,and try
again.
NOTE:The Electric Lift Switch (Fig. 13) raises or lowers
anattachment when used with an Electric Three Point Hitch
(optional equipment).
Move Throttle Control Lever to slow position.Push Choke
inas engine warms. NOTE:ALLOW ENGINE TO WARM UP
FOR A FEW MINUTES BEFORE OPERATING.
Whenrestarting awarm engine, move Throttle Control Lever
to middle position,Choke may not have to beused.
ALWAYS WEAR SUBSTANTIAL FOOT-
WEAR AND AVOID LOOSE FITTING
CLOTHING THAT COULD GET CAUGHT
IN MOVING PARTS.
LEARN TO START, STOP AND REVERSE
YOUR TR~CTORIN ALARGE, OPEN
SPACE.
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1. Withengine running and warm, placeThrottle Lever in
middle position.
3. Move GearShift Lever to "2N D" and RangeShihLeverto
"LOW".
5. Release Clutch-Brake Pedal SLOWLYto start forward
movement.
6. If ground travelis too slow move Throttle Leverto fast
position or press Clutch-Brake Pedal and shiftto a different
gear. NOTE: ALWAYS SELECT A GROUND TRAVEL
SPEED THAT WILL SUIT THE TERRAIN AND THE
ATTACHMENT BEING USED.
BRING TRACTOR TO COMPLETE STOP
BEFORE SHIFTING GEARS.
NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET
IN OR UNDER ANY POWERED ATTACH-
MENT OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART
WHILE TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED
ATTACHMENT IS RUNNING.
DO NOT OPERATE THE MOWER WITH-
OUT EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS
CATCHER,ON MOWERS SOEQUIPPED,
OR THE DEFLECTOR SHIELD IN PLACE.
3. Place Attachment Clutch Pedal in "OFF" position and low-
er attachment to the grou nd.
MAKESURE PARKING BRAKE WILL
HOLD TRACTOR SECURE.
REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRAC-
TOR TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED
USE.
For pushing and towing your tractor, place Gear Shift Lever
and Range Shift Lever in "N" (Neutral) position (Fig. 11).
NOTE: DO NOT TOW YOUR TRACTOR FASTER THAN
SIX MILES PER HOUR. _5-
1. Choose one of thelowest gears BEFORE starting up or
cdown hills.
DO NOT DRIVE UPOR DOWN HILLS
WITH SLOPES GREATER THAN 15~ AND
DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY SLOPE.
a. If slowing is necessary, move Throttle Control to middle
position.
.b. If stopping is necessary, push Clutch-Brake Pedal quick-
ly to brake position to prevent rolling.
c. Lock Parking Brake and shift to lowest speed range.
d. Partially release Clutch-Brake Pedal (until forward move-
ment begins).
e.Unlock Parking Brake.
f. Completely release Clutch-Brake Pedal.
NOTE:ALWAYS OPERATE ENGINE AT FULL ENGINE
RPM WHENMOWING TO ASSURE BETTER MOWING PER-
FORMANCE, LONG ENGINE LIFE AND PROPER DIS-
CHARGE OF CUT MATERIAL.
STARTING YOUR TRACTOR WITH
ALOW BATTERY
If your Battery is too low to start the engine, it should be
recharged.If "Jumper Cables" are used for emergency start-
ing, followthis procedure:NOTE: YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED
SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12
VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM.
LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE EX-
PLOSIVE GASSES. KEEP SPARKS,
FLAME,AND SMOKING MATERIALS
AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS
SHIELD EYES AROUND BATTERIES.
1.Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+)
terminals of each battery (taking care not to short against
chassis).
2.Connect oneend of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE
(-)terminal of "GOOD" battery.
3.Connect the other end of the cableto ENG IN E BLOCK
or good CHASSIS GROUND on tractor (away from Gas
Tank or Battery).
a.Engine Block or Chassis.
b. Negativeterminal of "GOOD"battery.
c.Positive term inals.
DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BAT--
TERy TO START OTHER VEHICLES.
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FLAT
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To keepyour tractor runningbetter, longer;perform necessary
service usingthefollowing MaintenanceSchedule.
Each timeyou start yourtractor, checkyourAmmeter (Fig.
14),Theneedle should movetowards the + (charging) mark
Indicatingthe battery isbeing chargedas youoperate the
tractor.
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRES TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING BE·
FORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION, AD·
JUSTMENT (EXCEPT CARBURETOR) OR
REPAIR.
FIRST ~ HOURS:
1.CHECK V-BELT TENSION
A new V·Beltmay stretch after the first few hours of opera-
tion,IfClutch-Brake Pedal, in driveposition (Fig. 15),is
considerably tothe front or rearoftheverticalposition,
the V-Belt is out of adjustmentand mustbe re-tensioned.
a,Secure Clutch-Brake pedalin brake position (relaxing
V-Belt tension) by tieing to front axle.
b,Hold Nuton inside of Flat Idler and loosen Flat Idler
Bolt.
c,Move FlatIdler inframe slot 1/4inch down (totighten),
up (to loosen) V-Belt tension,Tighten Bolt.
d,Release Clutch-Brake Pedal. It should return toapproxi·
mately vertical position.
A
CHECK TO MAKE SURE TRACTOR DOES
NOT START WITHOUT FULLY DEPRES-
SING CLUTCH·BRAKE PEDAL.
NOTE:FOR LONGER V-BELT LIFE,ALWAYS KEEP
BELT TENSIONED PROPERLY.STARTTRACTOR
MOVEMENT WITH THROTTLECONTROL INMID-
DLE POSITION, AND ALWAYS REPLACE WITH SIMP-
SONS-SEARS V-BELTS.
2. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Changing Oil afterthe first two hours will help eliminate
break-in residue which mightbe damaging to your Engine.
Note:Be carefulnot toallow dirtto enter the Engine
when changirtg oil.
a. Drain OilwithEnginewarm.Unscrew Oil Drain Cap
(Fig.16) andcatch Oil in asuitable container.Replace
Cap,
b.Refill EngineOil (Fig.17).Insummeruse S.A.E.30
(SC,SO orSE)Oil.In winter (below 32°F.or O°C.) use
SAE. 10W30 (SC, SO or SE) or 10W40 (SC,SO or SE).
In extreme cold (below O°F.or -17.8~C.) use S.A.E.
5W20 (SC,SO orSE). Capacityis52 ounces. NOTE:
DO NOT OVERFI LL,
FREQUENTLY
1.CHECK BATTERY
a,Electrolyte solution level in each Battery Cell should be
evenwithbottoms of tubesin cells(Fig.18). Add dis-
tilled water if necessary,NOTE: DONOT OVERFILL.
b.KeepBatteryand Terminalsclean.Refer to page 10.
c,Keep Battery Bolts tight.
d. KeepVent Caps tight and small Vent Holes in Caps
open.
e.Recharge SLOWLY at 3 amperes if necessary.
2.CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Tire pressure in front Tires shouldbe 14 pounds;rear
Tires 12 pounds.
3. CLEANAIR SCREEN
Air Screen (Fig. 21) must be kept free of dirt andchaff
_6 -to prevent Engine damage from overheating.
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EVERY ~ HOURS
DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
WITH ENGINE RUNNING.
Several minutes after stopping Engine, check Engine Oil
Level with Tractor on level ground.Wipe dipstick(Fig.17)
clean, Oil Fill Plug must be seated fullyand tightened
and/or locked securely into oil fill hole when checking oil
level. If necessary, add Oil until "FULL"mark is reached.
In summer use S.A.E. 30 (SC, SO orSE) Oil. In winter
(below 32
0
F. or OOC.) use S.A.E.10W30 (SC, SO or SE) or
10W40 (SC, SO or SE). In extreme cold (below OOF. or
- 17.8
0
C.) use S.A.E. 5W20 (SC,SO or SE). NOTE: 00
NOT OVERFILL.
2. LUBRICATE STEERING AND FRONT WHEELS
There are six GreaseFittings on your Tractor (Fig.19).
Using a Grease Gun,give each Grease Fitting twoshots of
Extreme Pressure Lubricating Grease AmdexNo. 1(avail-
able through your Sears store).
3. OIL PIVOT POINTS
Place several dropsof S.A.E. 30 Oil at points whereparts
moveagainsteach other, especially:
a. IdlerBearing (Fig. 15).
-- RemoveIdlerBearing Cap.
RemoveRetainer Spring from IdlerShaft.
-- Move IdlerandShaft outward and lubricate ex-
posedShaft.
-- ReturnIdler and Shaft tooriginal position,replace
Retainer Spring and reposition Cap.
b. Front AxlePivot (Fig. 19).
EVERY ~~ HOURS
(EVERY 15HOURSIF OPERATING
IN VERY DUSTY CONDITIONS)
1. CLEAN AIR FILTER & FOAMPRE-CLEANER
a.Unscrew Wing Nut (Fig.20) to remove Air Filter Cover,
Paper Air Filter Element and Foam Pre-Cleaner.
b. Cleandust from Paper Air Filter Element by gently tap-
pingElement on a flat surface.
,c. Wash Foam Pre-Cleaner in detergent and water.
d. Rinse, squeeze (rather thantwist)and allowto drythor-
oughly.
e. Coat with three tablespoons of S.A.E. 30 EngineOil,
knead to distribute evenly,and squeezeout excess.
f. Check Paper Air Filter Element.Replaceif excessively
dirty. -.
g. Re-assemble Air Filter and re-position on Tractor.
NOTE: NEVER RUN ENGINE WITH AIR CLEANER
REMOVED.
2. CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air Screen and Guard (Fig. 21) must allow free-flow of air
to prevent Engine damage from overheating. Remove Air
Screen and Guard and clean with a wire brush to remove
dirt and chaff and stubborn dried gum and fibers.
3. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
The best time to changeEngine Oil is at the end of a days
operation when all dirt and foreign material is suspended
in the hot Oil. Refer to page 6.
STEERING GEAR
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ARMGREASE
FITTING
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BELLCRANK
GREASE
FITTING
FRONT SPINDLE
GREASE FITTING
(LEFT & RIGHT)
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ENGINE COOLING
FINS
TRANSAXLE
FILLER PLUG
EVERY ~@ HOURS
1. CLEAN ENGINE COOLING FiNS
Removeanydust,dirt or oil from EngineCooling Fins to
prevent Engine damage from overheating. Remove Blower
Housing and Shielding and clean areasshown inFig.22.
2. CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL
a.Block up Rear Axle securely or use a TractorJack.
Removeleft rear wheel by removing Klip Ring(Fi£. 32).
b. RemoveFiller Plug (Fig. 23)from Transaxle.Oil Level
should beeven with Filler Plug threads.Add S.A.E.30
Motor Oilif necessary.
c.CheckPressure Relief Valve locatedon R.H.sidenear
top (Fig. 25).It should spring completelyclosedwhen
pulledout by hand and released.
d.Reposition wheel.Secure with Klip Ring.
3.SPARK ARRESTER EQUIPPED MUFFLER
If engine muffleris equipped with spark arrester muffler,
remove every 50 hoursfor cleaning and inspection. Replace
if damaged.
EVERY TI@@ HOURS
1. REPLACE SPARKPLUG
At the beginning of each season or every 100 hours of
operation, which,o:ver comes first.Gap at .030" (Fig.24).
2.LUBRICATE BALL JOINTS
a.MoveRubber Boots to exposeBall Joints on TieRods
and Steering Link (Fig.27).
b.Coat BallJoints with Silicone Spray Lubricant.
c.Reposition RubberBoots.
EVERY ~@@ HOURS
REPLACE AIR CLEANER PAPER CARTRIDGE.
Refer topage 7.
EVERY tD@@ HOURS
1.CHANGETRANSAXLE OIL
a.Block up Rear Axle securely oruse a Tractor Jack.Re-
moveLeft Rear Wheel by removing Klip Ring (Fi9. 32).
b.Drain Transaxle Oil by removing Drain Plug (Fig.25)
and catching Oil in a suitable container. ReplaceDrain
Plug.
c.Refill Transaxle withS.A.E.30 (SC, SD or SE) Motor
Oil.Capacity is 5 quarts. PressureRelief Valve (R.H.
side of Transaxle,Fig. 25 -Inset) may be held open to
allowTransaxle tofill more quickly.
d. CheckPressure Relief Valve.It shouldspring completely
closedwhen pulled out by hand and released.
e.Reposition wheel.Secure with KlipRing.
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1.REPLACE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
If fuel filter is clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacementis required.
a.With Enginecool, removeand plug Fuel Line Sections
as removed from both ends of Fuel Filter(Fig.26).
b. Placenew Fuel Filter in position in Fuel Line(arrow
on sideof Filter in direction of fuelflow).
BE SURE THERE ARE NOFUEL LINE
LEAKS ANDTHAT FUEL LINE ISIN
PROPER POSITION IN HOSE CLAMPS.
2. TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
If any partsin Front Axleor Steering Mechanism arebeing
replaced,Tie Rod adjustment is required.
a.Loosen Jam Nuts (Fig. 27) ateach end of Tie Rod Ad-
justment Sleeves.
b. Adjust both TieRods sothat TieRod Joints measure
from 10 to 10 - 1/8 inchesfrom center to center.
c. Tighten Jam Nuts, making sure Tie Rod Joints are par-
allel (180°) to each other. This adjustmentsecures
proper Front Wheel Toe-in and steering operation.
3.BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
If Clutch-Brake Pedal (Fig. 28) hasmore thanapproximate-
ly 4inches of travel from vertical tofull brake position
then brake adjustment isnecessary.
a. LoosenNut(Fig.28) in ordertoturn turnbuckleclock-
wise(from in frontof tractor)one turn ata timeuntil
Clutch-Brake Pedal regains4 inchesof travel.
b. Tighten Nut against Turnbuckle.
4. PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
If Parking Brake will not holdtractor,Parking Brakead-
justment is necessary.
a. Loosen Parking BrakeHexNutsSecond andFirst
(Fig.28).
b. PlaceParkingBrake Lever in locked position.
c.HoldClutch-BrakePedal in brake position and tighten
FirstHexNut finger tight against Bushing.
d. Release Clutch-BrakePedaland turn First HexNut two
turns more against Bushing.
e.Tighten Second Hex Nut against First HexNut.
5. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor on thisengine isequipped with a non-ad-
justablemain fuel mixturejet which in most caseswill
eliminatetheneed for carburetor adjustments.If the engine
does not idleproperly, the idlefuel mixtureneedlemay
needadjustment.
a. Turn idle adjustment needle(Fig.29)clockwise closing
finger tight ONLY.Thenturn counterclockwise one
turn.
REFER TO "STARTING THE ENGINE"
PAGE 4.
b.Startengineand allow to warm for fiveminutes.
c. Make finaladjustment with enginerunning and throttle
controlinslow position.Gearshift levershouldbein
neutral position.
-- Turnidleadjustingneedle1/8ofa turn atatime
counterclockwiseuntilengine runs"rou~h",then
clockwiseuntil engine again runs"rough '.Return
screwto a point midway between theseextremes.
NOTE: ALLOW SEVERAL SECONDS BETWEEN
EACH ADJUSTMENT SO THAT THE ENGINE
MAYREACT TO EACH SETTING.
Throttlestop screw (Fig. 29) should not requiread-
justment. If resettingisnecessary, set to obtain the
slowest engine speedat idle(throttle control in
slowposition)thatwill allow smooth acceleration.
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TRACTOR ~ {0(
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~BELT
CLUTCH-
BRAKE
---------PEDAL
"""'--'=----- TRANSMISSION
PULLEY
KLIPRING,\
6. RE-TENSION V-BELT
It may be occasionally necessary to re-tension V-Belt. (See
page 6).
A
CHECK TO MAKE SURE TRACTOR DOES
NOT START WITHOUT FULLY DEPRES-
SING CLUTCH-BRAKE PEDAL.
7.V-BELT REPLACEMENT
a. Remove Belt from Clutch Idler by depressing Clutch-
Brake Pedal (Fig. 311.
b.RemoveBelt Guide from EnginePulley.
c.Remove RearBelt Guide Assembly from Transmission
Pulley.
d.Loosen FlatIdler Assembly onR.H.side ofTractor
Frame.
e.RemoveBelt from Engine Pulley, between Belt Guide
Finger (note position of Belt) and Flat Id.ler, and Trans-
mission Pulley.
f. Place newBelt around Transmission Pulley. Then place
Belt between Belt Guide Finger and Flat Idlerand then
around Engine Pulley.
g. Depress Clutch-Brake Pedal and slip Belt over the top of
the Clutch Idler.
h. Replace Engine Pulley Belt Guide and Transmission Pul-
ley Belt Guide.Tighten Flat Idler Assembly.NOTE:
Make sure BeltGuide Finger on Flat Idler is parallel
with slot in TractorFrame.
i. CheckBelt tension, page 6.
8.CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the Battery and Terminals cause
the Batteryto "leak" power and hinders the operation of
the charger.
a. Remove the Battery from the Tractor and wash with r----..
four tablespoons of baking soda toone gallon ofwater.
NOTE:BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET THESODA
SOLUTION INTOTHE CELLS. Rinse theBatterywith
plain water, dry and reinstallon Tractor.
b.Clean Terminals andBattery Cables with a wire brush
until bright. Replace Battery Cables.Coat terminal con-
nections with Vasoline.
9. TIRE CARE
a. Maintain tire pressure of 14 pounds infront tires and
12 pounds in rear tires.
b.Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-
calswhich candestroy rubber.
c. Avoid stumps, stones, deepruts and otherhazards that
may cause tire damage.
d.Removing front wheel fortire repair (Fig.31).
--Block up front axle securely or use a Tractor Jack.
--Remove Hex Bolt and Dust Cap.
-- Remove Nut,Wear Washer, Pinand Washer to allow
wheel removal.
-- Repair tire and reassemble.
e.Removing rear wheel for tire repair (Fig. 32).
-- Block up rearaxle securely or use aTractor jack.
-- Remove Klip Ring to allow wheel removal.
.-Repair tire and reassemble.Snap Klip Ring securely
inaxle groove.
10. FINISH
Keep tractorfinish and tractorseat free of gasoline,oil,
insect chemicals orbatteryelectrolyte. Protect painted
surfaces with automotive type wax.~
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WILL NOT START
Clutch-Brake Pedal in drive position
Attachment Clutch Pedalin "ON" position
No gasoline in Fuel Tank, clogged FuelFilter
or Fuel Line
Blown Fuse
Dead Battery
HARD TO START
Choked improperly,flooded Engine
Clogged Fuel Filter
Clogged FuelTank
Dirty AirCleaner
Spark Plug dirty orimproper gap
DefectiveBattery
DefectiveIgnitionor loose wiring
Water in gasoline orold fuel
Improper Carburetor adjustment
ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER
Engine overload
Clogged FuelFilter
Clogged FuelTank
Partially plugged Air Cleaner
Improper Carburetor adjustment
Dirty AirScreen
Low oil level or dirty oil
SparkPlug dirty, improper gap orwrong type
Faulty ignition
Poor compression
Oil ingasoline
ENGINE OVERHEATS
Dirty Air Screen
Low oillevel or dirty oil
Dirty Engine
Partially plugged Muffler
Partially plugged Air Cleaner
Stale fuel or improper Carburetor adjustment
NO LIGHTS
No Headlightsor Taillight with Light Switch Knob
pulled out
WON'T CHARGE
Blown Fuse
DefectiveBattery
1. ENGINE OIL
Drain (with engine warm) and replacewith clean engine oil.
Refer to page6.
2.FUEL SYSTEM
a. Drain fuel tank andcarburetor by allowing the engineto
run out of gasoline. NOTE:GASOLINE LEFT IN
YOUR ENGINE WILL LEAVE GUM DEPOSITS
CLOGGING FUEL SYSTEM.
b.Disposeof gasoline if not to beused.NOTE:GASO-
LINE STORED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS LOSES
ITS VOLATILITY (ABILITY TO BURN EFFECT-
IVELY).
3. CYLINDER
a.RemoveSpark Plug.
b.Pouroneounce of oil through spark plug hole into cy-
linders.
c. Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few
seconds to distribute oil.
d. ReplaceSpark Plug._11 _
PressPedalinto brakeposition (Fig.12)
Move Pedal to "OFF" position (Fig.10)
Fill Tankwith Gasoline, check Fuel Line, Fuel Filter
and Carburetor (clean if necessary)
Check for fault and replace Fuse
Recharge or replaceBattery
Push Choke in,placeThrottle Control in middle position
and run starter several times to clear out gas (Fig.13)
Removeand replace (Fig. 26)
Removeand clean
Remove and clean (Fig. 20)
ReplaceSpark Plug (Fig. 24)
Recharge or replace
Check the wiring and Spark Plug
DrainFuelTank and Carburetor, use fresh fuel and clean
Spark Plug
Make necessary adjustments (Fig. 29)
Shift to a lower gear (Fig. 11) or reduce load
Remove and replace (Fig.26)
Remove and clean
Remove and clean (Fig. 20)
Make necessary adjustments (Fig.29)
Clean Air Screen andCylinder Fins (Fig's. 21 and 22)
Add or changeoil (Fig's.16 and 17)
Replace Spark Plug (Fig. 24)
Check Spark Plug and for loose wires
Major Engineoverhaul
Drain and refill Gas Tank and Carburetor
Clean Air Screen (Fig. 21)
Add orchange oil (Fig's.16 and 17)
Clean Cylinder Fins(Fig.22)
Removeand clean Muffler
Removeand clean (Fig. 20)
Use fresh fueland adjust Carburetor (Fig.29)
CheckFuse, WireConnections and Switch.Replace Tail-
light Bulb or Sealed Beam Headlights
Check for fault and replace
Replace
4. BATTERY
a.Removebattery if tractoris not used regularly during
winter months.Store in cool, dry place(above50°F.).
NOTE:DO NOT STORE BATTERY DIRECTLY ON
CEMENT SURFACE.
b.Recharge each month if necessary. NOTE: BATTERIES
NOT IN USE FOR SEVERAL MONTHS AND NOT
KEPT FULLY CHARGED, PRODUCE SULPHUR DE-
POSITS ON PLATES WHICH CANNOT BE: REMOVED
BYRECHARGING.
5.GENERAL CLEANING
Cleanengine, battery,seat,finish, etc.of all foreign mat-
ter.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.reserves the right to make any changes
in design or improvements without imposing any obligation to
insti:lll thesame upon its items heretofore manufactured.
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18 H.P. GARDEN TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.257120
MAIN FRAME,DASH AND GRILL
KEY PART DESCRIPTIONKEYPART DESCRIPTION
NO. NO. NO.NO.
1911JGrill - Upper71 3051J Cover - L.H.
22872JDecal- Grill 72 112J Bracket· Battery Support
r
36106R Cable Tie 73 1181J Bracket -Rectifier
41733J Decal - Hood, L.H., Rear 74 1685H Locknut 5/16 - 18 UNC
52794R Grill Screen - Center 75 634A680 Hood Ass'y.
61557P Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Ga. 76 8028R Decal - Maintenance
7 290J Grill Panel- Upper
77
1599J Decal - Grill-L.H.
87937R Grill- Lower 78 STD551025 *Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
97938R Grill Side79 STD551125 *Lockwasher 1/4
10 2674R Grill Screen - L.H.80 STD541025 *Hex Nut 1/4 - 20 UNC
11 2673R Grill Screen- R.H. 81 STD601003 *Phillips Pan Hd. Thd.Self Tap.
12 STD522507 *HexBolt 1/4 -20 x 3/4 10 - 24 x 3/8 Type T
14 634A901 Attachment Clutch Pedal Weldment82 STD522515 *Hex Bolt 1/4 - 20 x 1 - 1/2 Grade 5
15 89J Link 83 1605H Locknut 1/4 -20 UNC
16 92J Speed Nut - Push-On 85 STD523107 *Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr. 5
17 93J Rubber Pedal 86 STD551131 * Lockwasher 5/16
18 91J Pivot Spacer 87 STD611005 *Phillips Pan Hd.Thd.Self Tap.
19 267J Foot Pedal 10 - 16 Hi-Lo Thd. x 1/2
21 7900R Grill Cable 91 STD551031 *Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
22 7899R Grill Brace 92 STD523112 *HexBolt 5/16 - 18 x 1 - 1/4
23 673A285 Engine, Craftsman 18 H.P.93 STD541031 *HexNut 5/16-18 UNC
Model No. 143.700012 944546P Socket Hdless. Set Screw
24 9396E Sq. Key 1/4x 2 5/16 - 18 x 1/2
26 634A104 Engine PuIley(I nc.2ea.Key No. 94) 95 STD523710 *HexBolt 3/8 - 16 x 1
27 673A289 Belt Guide Weldment 96 STD551137 *Lockwasher3/8
28 8704H1 Spacer97 STD541037 *Hex Nut3/8-16 UNC
29 4939M Retainer Spring 98 STD551037 *Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
r----,
30 9011HBelt Retainer 99 3154P Sit.Fil. Hd.Machine Screw
31 634A660 Belt Guard Weldment 1/4-20x2-1/4
32 8238H SplitSpacer100 347J Huglock Nut 1/4 - 20 UNC
3350P Sq. Neck Carriage Bolt 3/8- 16 x2·1/4102 STD533107 * Carriage Bolt 5/16 . 18 x 3/4
34 1545P Washer 17/32 x1x16 Ga.104 5557P Hex Washer Hd.Tapping Screw
35 STD561210 *CotterPin 1/8x11/4·20 x 1/2 Type 1
36 634A900 Hood Latch Assembly105 STD533710 *Sq. NeckCarriage Bolt - Short Shoulder
37 8457R Bumper3/8-16 x1 Gr. 5
38 673A283 Battery Support Bracket (Inc. Key 39) 106 3035P Hex Bolt 7/16 -14 x 1 - 1/4
39 7756RBearing107 STD551143 *Lockwasher 7/16
40 8006R Cap 108 STD523707 *Hex Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 3/4
41 7905R Cover- R.H.109 5394H Locknut 3/8 - 16 UNC
42 1598JDecal- Grill- R.H.110 6055P Hex Sit.Hd.Machine Screw w/Sems
43 634A902Lever Weldment Int.Tooth Lockwasher 10 - 32 x 1/4
45 634A785 Hanger Weldment R.H. -Front 111 53P Sq.Neck Carriage Bolt 10 - 24 x 1/2
46 7944RBelt Tightener Arm 112 1535PWasher 7/32 x 7/16 x 18 Ga.
47 7948RReturn Spring 113STD551110* Lockwasher No.10
48 7810HLocknut 3/8 - 24UNF 114 STD541010 *Hex Nut 10 - 24 UNC
49 634A814 Hanger Weldment -Rear 115 STD522505 * Hex Bolt 1/4 - 20 x 1/2
50 634A787 Drawbar and Weldnuts 117 STD541137 *Hex Nut 3/8 - 24 UNF
51 634A355 Hanger Weldment -L.H. - Front 120 STD523712 *Hex Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 1 - 1/4 Gr. 5
52 8591R Choke Control 121 1402P Ext. Tooth Lockwasher- 3/8
53 3052JThrottleRemote Control (Inc. 122 3022P HexBolt 3/8 - 16 x 7/8
Key 61,62 &63) 123 8768H MountingClip
55 1596R Decal - Shift Pattern124 9878R Decal- Wiring
56 673A268 Chassis Ass'y. (Inc. Key 57 & 58) 125 1732J Decal-Hood, R.H., Rear
57 6468H Bearing- Upper 126 STD523110*Bolt, Hex 5/16 - 18 x 1
58 4766H Bearing- Lower127 2949R Gasket
59 673A282 EngineMountAss'y.128 3058J Muffler
61 8205RThrottle Wire & Casing 130 7830R Grommet
62 8204RClamp 132 STD523108 *Bolt, Hex 5/16 - 18 x 7/8
~63 1550J Throttle Control Knob
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64 634A893 Dashboard (Inc. Key No's. 66 & 67)
65 106J BatterySupport
66 1998R Clip - Dashboard, Side
67 8571 R CIip- Dashboard, Center
68 2773J Battery Heat Shield OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
69 7874R Hood Seal
70 8855R Battery Tray Spark Arrestor Muffler 6383R
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18 H.P. GARDEN TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.257120
STEERING, AND FINAL DRIVE
KEY PART DECRIPTIONKEY PART DESCRIPTION
NO. NO. NO.NO.
1641J Steering Wheel Insert 46 61P Sq. Nk. Sht.Carr. Bolt 3/8 - 16
1A 1600J Decal - Sears x 1 Gr.5
2STD523710 * Hex Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 1 47 STD551037 *Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
3STD551137 * Lo<;:kwasher3/8 49 5394H Locknut 3/8 UNC
41559P Washer7/16x 1 x 10Ga. 50 STD523712 *Hex Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 1 - 1/4
54820R Steering Wheel 51 633X18 Transaxle (See Pages20
& 21 for
65003P E-Ring parts break down)
79007H Cap 53 STD541037 * Hex Nut 3/8 - 16 UNC
85949H Rubber Bushing 54 STD523715 * Hex Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 1 -1/2
97903R Foot Rest -L.H.55 3022P Hex Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 7/8
10 8900R Decal (Attach. Clutch) 56 STD523107 * Hex Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 3/4
11 7904R Foot Rest - R.H. 57 STD551131 * Lockwasher 5/16
12 1553P Washer 57/64 x1 - 1/4 x 16 Ga. 58 STD533707 * Sq. Neck Carriage Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 3/4
13 9858M1 Woodruff Key 3/16 x5/859 1304H Hub Bolt
14 634A626 Steering Shaft and Pinion 60 3034P Hex Bolt 7/16 - 14 x 1
15 6364H Control Knob 61 STD551143 *Lockwasher 7/16
16 6442H Shift Rod Bracket62 STD541043 *HexNut 7/16 - 14 UNC
17 2511P Cotter Pin 3/16 x163 STD522507 *Hex Bolt 1/4 -20 x 3/4
18 634A22A Belt Guide - Transaxle 64 STD551025 *Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
19 6477H Range Shift Rod 65 STD551125 *Lockwasher 1/4
20 9594R Bracket - Transaxle 66 STD541025 *Hex Nut 1/4 - 20 UNC
~21 8674R Seat Stop 70 STD533107 * Short Shoulder Sq. Neck Carriage
22 3802J Rear Tire Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 3/4
23 795R Tire Valve 71 STD551031 *Washer11/32x 11/16x 16Ga.
24 9528R Rear Wheel 12 x 7 JA 72 1685H Locknut 5/16 - 18 UNC
25 9428R Fender - R.H. 73 STD523707 * Hex Bolt 3/8 - 16 x 3/4
26 634A692 Rear Wheel Hub and Bushing 74 STD535012 * Carriage Bolt 1/2·13 x 1 - 1/4 Gr. 5
27 7563R Axle Thrust Washer 75 1578P Washer 3/4 x 1 .1/8 x 11 Ga.
28 5845R Klip Ring 76 1560P Washer 17/32 x 1-1/2x 11 Ga.
29 9427R Fender - L.H. 77 STD551150 * Lockwasher 1/2
30 2656R Bracket - Taillight 78 STD541050 *Hex Nut 1/2 - 13 UNC
31 125J Seat Stop Bracket 79 STD523108 *Hex Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 7/8
32 126J Fuel Tank Retainer 80 9547R Rubber Grommet
33 8141H Seat Spring Reinforcement 82 124J Rubber Bumper
34 7898R Seat Spring 83 STD522506 * Bolt, Hex 1/4 - 20 x 5/8
35 634A776 Seat Plate Weldment 84 3053J Insulator- Foot Rest
36 634A532 Seat Bracket Weldment 85 3054J Insulator'- Foot Rest
37 7897R Bracket, Seat Pivot 3019J Tag -Sound Rating
38 1677J Seat 53J Warranty Tag
39 2329J Fuel Gauge 3050J Owners Manual
40 7885R Fuel Tank
41 6999R Fuel Line Clamp *STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY
42 2751 R Clip - Fuel Line
43 897J Fuel Line
44 2887J Filter - Fuel
45 9297R Clip - Fuel Line
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BRAKE AND CLUTCH
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NO.NO.NO.NO.
1 8899R Insert-Clutch/Brake37 673A259 Idler Bracket Assembly
2 8882R FootPedal38 6636H Idler
3 8765H Foot PedalBracket 39 5025P Klip Ring
49008H Spring 40 634A898 Steering ArmWeldment
52776J Foot PedalShaft 41 STD541043 *Hex Nut7/16 -14 UNC
6 5023P Klip Ring42 STD551143 *Lockwasher 7/16
71527P Washer21/32 x 7/8x16 Ga. 431544P Washer 15/32 x15/16 x 16 Ga.
82505P Cotter Pin1/8 x 3/4 44 6635H Flat Idler
92202R Brake Rod· Front 451639P Washer 15/32 I.D. xl - 1/8 x 11 Ga.
10 6417H Turnbuckle 46 6479Hl Belt Guide Finger
11 STD541037 "Hex Nut 3/8 -16 UNC ~32:2P .._._.._.=::.J~.9_l._7/16' 14 x 2·1/2
~2 7823R Safety Switch Actuator-48 -. 6474H V'Be~~;l-
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14 2201 R Bushing 49 641H2 e, ransax
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15 1557PWasher 13/32 x 13/16 x11 Ga.50 STD522507 *HexBolt 1/4·20 x 3/4
16 2263RSpringWasher 51STD551125 *Lockwasher1/4
179686R Parking Brake Yoke 52 STD623710 *Fin. Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1
18 175H Roll Pin 53STD551037 *Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x16 Ga.
19 634A887 LockBracketAssembly 54STD541337 *Hex Jam Nut 3/8-24 UNF
20 2221R Spacer 55 5142H RollPin
215999HSpring Washer56 3022P Hex Bolt 3/8·16 x7/8
22 4379H Handle Grip 57 STD551137 *Lockwasher 3/8
23626A341 Parking LockHandle Assembly58 3164P Flat Hd. Machine Screw· Undercut
~24 7810H Locknut 3/8 - 24UNF3/8 - 16 x 3/4
25 626A365 Brake Rod Assembly 59 l1P Sq. Neck Carriage Bolt 1/4 - 20 x 5/8
26 634A 167 Brake Band Assembly60 STD541025 *Hex Nut 1/4·20 UNC
27 634A168 Brake Bracket Assembly 61 STD523108 *Hex Bolt5/16·18 x 7/8
28 9204HLocknut 1/2 - 20 UNF62 1685H Locknut 5/16 -18 UNC
29 214JBrake Drum 63 3244P Hex Bolt 1/4·28 x5/8 Gr. 5
30 634A899 Brake Arm Assembly64 9071H Locknut 1/4.28 UNF
31 9858M1 Woodruff Key65 3326P Hex Hd.Mach.Screw 6 . 32 x 1
32 9288R Clutch Rod 66 1567P Washer 5/32 x 3/8 x 20 Ga.
33 2514P CotterPin~67 562P Centerlock Nut6-32 UNC
34 6486H Spring68 2228M Woodruff Key
35 1648P Washer 17/32 x 1 -1/16 x 20 Ga.69 1602P Washer13/32 x 5/8 x 11 Ga.
36 4939M Retainer Spring
36A 544JHoseShield *STANDARD HARDWARE··PURCHASE LOCALLY
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BATTERY
11-
12V
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NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH "'-
IGNITION ~ 0---/
SWITCH r ' ATTACHMENT
S SAFETYSWITCH
STARTER
S
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, SOLENOID
PROTECTION
RESISTORSOLID
STATE
IGNITION
CHARGING COIL HEADLIGHT
FUSE
15 AMP.
POSITION CIRCUIT
OFF M-G
ON B-L
STARTB-S
1 LIFT
(MMOTOR
.,ACCESSORY
UP-DOWN
SWITCH
CHASSIS
GROUND
If Insulated Clips and CableTies wereremoved forrewiring of unit, they should be replaced to properlysecureyour wiring and
cable.
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