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... truck. • Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60yearsandabove,are sharp and can result in severe injury or death. Allow machine to loss-of riding mower-related injuries. If you cannot back up and down and behind anddown for wheel weights or counterweights to the machine and the...the machine indoors. - Clean any oil or fuel spillage before and while backing. • Beawareofthemowerdischargedirectionanddonotpoint it . Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in a large percentage of -control and tipover accidents, which can touch hot exhaust...
... truck. • Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60yearsandabove,are sharp and can result in severe injury or death. Allow machine to loss-of riding mower-related injuries. If you cannot back up and down and behind anddown for wheel weights or counterweights to the machine and the...the machine indoors. - Clean any oil or fuel spillage before and while backing. • Beawareofthemowerdischargedirectionanddonotpoint it . Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in a large percentage of -control and tipover accidents, which can touch hot exhaust...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain ...
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is dangerous. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain ...
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... are routed correctly. Operate them before you learn how to operate your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in safe operating condition. 8 Correct tire pressure is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ✓... Become familiar with all belt keepers. ✓ Check wiring. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. See that the belts are routed properly around pulleys and inside all controls - CHECK ...
... are routed correctly. Operate them before you learn how to operate your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in safe operating condition. 8 Correct tire pressure is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ✓... Become familiar with all belt keepers. ✓ Check wiring. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. See that the belts are routed properly around pulleys and inside all controls - CHECK ...
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BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH P LOW PARKING BRAKE 15 15 15 IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 9 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Learn and understand their meaning. OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH P LOW PARKING BRAKE 15 15 15 IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 9 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Learn and understand their meaning. OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
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...and starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to the safety standards of tractor. ...future reference. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE FIG. 4 Our tractors conform to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH POSITION: Turns ...
...and starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to the safety standards of tractor. ...future reference. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE FIG. 4 Our tractors conform to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH POSITION: Turns ...
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to "DISENGAGED" position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to empty grass catcher, etc. The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.... throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- CAUTION: Always stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into the eyes, which can result in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE...
to "DISENGAGED" position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to empty grass catcher, etc. The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.... throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- CAUTION: Always stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into the eyes, which can result in foreign objects thrown into full "BRAKE...
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...(5) MPH. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for opposite side installing gauge wheel in most... brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all turns slowly. 3/8 WASHER GAUGE WHEEL 17/32 WASHER SHOULDER BOLT FIG. 6 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) Your tractor is dangerous. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 7 LOW POSITION DEFLECTOR SHIELD CHECK...
...(5) MPH. TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for opposite side installing gauge wheel in most... brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all turns slowly. 3/8 WASHER GAUGE WHEEL 17/32 WASHER SHOULDER BOLT FIG. 6 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) Your tractor is dangerous. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION FIG. 7 LOW POSITION DEFLECTOR SHIELD CHECK...
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...See Storage Instructions for more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start the engine and let it is wet. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in a more even distribution of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). FIG. 8 13 Do not... fuel lines and carburetor are discharged onto the area that clippings will take extra cranking time to move throttle control to tractor. • Mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Have the cut . Purchase fuel...
...See Storage Instructions for more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start the engine and let it is wet. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in a more even distribution of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). FIG. 8 13 Do not... fuel lines and carburetor are discharged onto the area that clippings will take extra cranking time to move throttle control to tractor. • Mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Have the cut . Purchase fuel...
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... IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROEN STORAGE SERVICE DATES 5 3 4 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine...
... IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts BEFOREEEVAECRHYU8ESVHEEORUYRS2E5VHEROYUR5E0SVEHROYUR1E0SV0EHROYUBSREESFAOSROEN STORAGE SERVICE DATES 5 3 4 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine...
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...also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are not. • Slide blade on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - If your local parts dealer. Do not attempt to sharpen while ... tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of this manual). BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to an unthreaded portion of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. If...
...also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are not. • Slide blade on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - If your local parts dealer. Do not attempt to sharpen while ... tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of this manual). BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to an unthreaded portion of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. If...
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... lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of bracket. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer springs. ...front links from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley ...
... lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of bracket. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer springs. ...front links from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley ...
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...FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on both front links an equal number of turns. Make sure ...not equal in length. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to its highest position. If tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. Check adjustment on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is ...
...FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on both front links an equal number of turns. Make sure ...not equal in length. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to its highest position. If tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. Check adjustment on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance "D" is ...
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... and idler pulleys. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in highest gear, further maintenance is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT INSTALLATION • Work belt... Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in this section of manual). BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear on the right side of the transaxle. Retighten jam nut against nut "A". • Road test tractor for proper ...
... and idler pulleys. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in highest gear, further maintenance is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT INSTALLATION • Work belt... Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in this section of manual). BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in highest gear on the right side of the transaxle. Retighten jam nut against nut "A". • Road test tractor for proper ...
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... the engine to gasoline in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to rust.... OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. When mower is to reach the carburetor. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. Run engine at the end of the season or if the tractor will cause...
... the engine to gasoline in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to rust.... OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. When mower is to reach the carburetor. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. Run engine at the end of the season or if the tractor will cause...
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...or starter. 9. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Check all wiring. 7. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Check all wiring. 14. Build-up of mower housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Spark plug wire loose. 11. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13. Check oil level/change...will not start . 4. Weak or dead battery. 4. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Clean underside of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Dirty fuel filter. 5. See...
...or starter. 9. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Check all wiring. 7. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Check all wiring. 14. Build-up of mower housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Spark plug wire loose. 11. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13. Check oil level/change...will not start . 4. Weak or dead battery. 4. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Clean underside of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Replace fuel filter. 8. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Dirty fuel filter. 5. See...
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..."OFF" 1. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Replace blade. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Replace idler pulley. 4. Blades improperly installed. 10. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connections. 5. Replace fuse....Frozen idler pulley. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Check/clean all connections. 3. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6....
..."OFF" 1. Bent blade mandrel. 5. Replace blade. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Replace idler pulley. 4. Blades improperly installed. 10. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Replace with attachment clutch engaged 1. Turn switch "ON". 2. Check/replace light switch. 4. Check wiring and connections. 5. Replace fuse....Frozen idler pulley. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Check/clean all connections. 3. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6....
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MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Dash Lh 12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grile P/L 13 172107X010 Panel ... 6 174643X011 Saddle Slkscr Flat Lt 6 Sp 8 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 9 168347X011 Dash 10 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Unc x 1 11 155927 Panel Asm. Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 1/4-20 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 144697 Bracket Grille LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18...
MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Dash Lh 12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grile P/L 13 172107X010 Panel ... 6 174643X011 Saddle Slkscr Flat Lt 6 Sp 8 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 9 168347X011 Dash 10 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Unc x 1 11 155927 Panel Asm. Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 1/4-20 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 144697 Bracket Grille LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18...
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MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 50 74760624 51 73680600 52 73680500 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 17060620 57 130801 ... x .875 Cover Pedal Blk Round Pulley Engine Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 Washer, Lock, Hvy Hlcl Spring 7/16 Keeper Belt Engine Flproof Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh Spacer Axle Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga E Ring Key Square 2 0 X 1845/ 1865 Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga Key Woodruff Retainer Spring 1" Washer 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga...
MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 50 74760624 51 73680600 52 73680500 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 17060620 57 130801 ... x .875 Cover Pedal Blk Round Pulley Engine Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 Washer, Lock, Hvy Hlcl Spring 7/16 Keeper Belt Engine Flproof Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh Spacer Axle Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga E Ring Key Square 2 0 X 1845/ 1865 Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga Key Woodruff Retainer Spring 1" Washer 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga...
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... w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Bearing Pvt Lift Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 109413X 8 124526X 11...
... w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Bearing Pvt Lift Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 109413X 8 124526X 11...
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...NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43 MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension ... 11 138498 Blade 13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 16 174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 21 73680500 Nut 22 134753 Stiffener Bracket...
...NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43 MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension ... 11 138498 Blade 13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 16 174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 21 73680500 Nut 22 134753 Stiffener Bracket...