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Sears 917.25559 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. DEAD TND LIDA PEGA DINERS ETA Po NORA NR CITA ER 5 E E f tl A ji i Ea 4 E K f A i t E F tA M e hs Caution Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment Sears Roebuck and Co Chicago IL 60684 U S A Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers Ci ear me Pact 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 GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting gt Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine gt Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the biade Besure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse uniess absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of lhe mower discharge direction and do not point t at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Slow down before turning gt Never leave a running machine unattend
2. 29 45 Product Specificatfons naee 3 R Repair Parts sesserararersrereraree sa 29 45 S Safety Rules cccscsesssececeerssssenesesoverted SEAL a A 8 Service and Adjustments 18 24 Carburetor pastaks one 24 PUSS emane aia De ja 2 Hood Removal Instaliation 23 Motion Drive Belt Removal Replacement 20 Mower Blade Drive Beit Removal Replacement 20 Mower Adiustment Front t0 Back sas canecessensa 19 Side to SIdO aana eaaa 19 Mower Removal eram 18 AHO la 8 15 22 Slope Guide Sheet OT Spark Arrester oo ceccecevecseseeeseecaeneenes 38 DAK PINOS rakud A aga ed lin 17 Specifications eerren 3 Starting the Engine 12 13 Steering Wheel aseaosraenenenen aan Tee Stopping the Tractor maran 114 SSRIS DR a a Na Ta Na ae aaa DE 20 T Throttle Control Cable Adjustment c cceccccesesresesevenes 24 SP ee sadas ga E INAR Laa kaga aa 8 15 22 Trouble Shooting Chart m 26 27 Transaxie Repair Parts esre 42 A3 PAO ig shite aa Na angan Mics W VAADE jails 3 Wiring Diagram peer ane eran ee een 30 Wiring SCHEMATIC c ccccesseeerarsveareeres 28 These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased They are also available at most Sears retail outiets catalog and service centers Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor ENGINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMANCE Sears offers a
3. peas IN het settee ME ae re lead t Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 3 If equipped with gil filter change oll every 50 hours e Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 4 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this vehicle does not cover items that have SPINDLE ZERK 0 SPINDLE ZERK 2 been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To MEMBRO 1 0 Of equipped receive full value from the warranty operator must main tain unit as instructed in this manual some adjustments will need to be made periodically to BEARING PERK LA FRONT WHEEL at Gee properly maintain your unit All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked atleast once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean 4 Wa or replace alr filter and check blades and belts for CO ATTACHMENT A TAN wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure CLUTCH PIVOT AN proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better F m and last longer T baser BE ore me m an FORE EACH USE a i gi SETE Check engine oil level PUMP FLUID Check brake operation Check tire pressure Check for loose fasteners GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE 14 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY FRONT WHEEL 5 BEARING ZERK REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONS
4. 3 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Faulty solenoid or starter Loss of power 4 Cutting too much grass toc tast 1 Throttle in CHOKE position 2 Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower 3 Dirty air filter 4 Low oil level dirty oil 5 Faulty spark plug 6 Dirty fuei filter 7 Stale or dirty fuel 8 Water in fuel 9 Spark plug wire loose 10 Dirty engine air screen fins a 11 Dirty clogged muffler 1 12 Loose or damaged wiring is Carburetor out of adjustment i 14 Engine valves out of adjustment 15 Excessive vibration 1 Worn bent or loose blade A 2 Bent blade mandrel 2 3 Loose damaged part s 3 26 S DR Pill 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 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check ali wiring Contact Sears Service Department Contact Sears Service Department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Check all wiring Contact Sears Service Department Contact Sears Service Department Depress clutch brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Connect wire to spark plug Mecharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Che
5. LIGHTS position circuit CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED P ite ae Orr Tao AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM OFF ae i 2 AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME Eus THEIR BRIGHTEST WIRING INSULATED CLIPS om me NOTE If wiring insulated clips were re gt NON REMOVABLE REMOVABLE moved for servicing of unit they should CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS be replaced to properly secure your wiring 28 M Ey i 12 5 HP 38 RIDING LAWN TRACTOR MO DECALS 13 18 5 3 7 SA PALA KEY PART KEY PAR NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION i 108456X Decal instruction Operat Eng 10 106974X Decal Caution English 2 127908 Decal Eng 12 Shp ic Gold Craft 11 4900 Decal Clutch brake English 3 124489X Decal Hood Slope Rh Craftsman 12 121215X Decal V belt Sch Tractor Eng 4 124490X Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman 13 120166X Decal Chassis 38 Hydro 5 132674 Decal Grille Lt4000 Craft Usa 14 130929 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 38 6 133644 Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom to 121343X Decal Danger English 7 428235 Decal Panel Side l c Gold blk 16 3713 Decal Rota Blades English 8 108631X Decal li die Cut 17 133179 Decal Mower Qc System 9 125880X Decal Fender Craftsman Red 18 132267 Decal Insr Wh Strg Crafts Usa 19 133216 Manual Owners 255590 Eng WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Value Tire 2 65139 stem Value 3 106222x Tire F Ts 15X60 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Front Service It
6. Nut Hex Jam ASF 7 16 20 UNF Trunnion Lift Nut Crownlock Jam 7 16 20 UNF Idler Arm Asm Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Single Nut Flangelock 9 16 Pulley idler Flat opacer Retainer 1 3 4 41 KEY PART NO NO 19131612 73680600 131290 133502 133503 120183X 122507X 105767X 125631X 122365X 122364 X 122512X 122514X 12000002 19211416 131288 131289 76020312 133551 133504 72440614 133550 73350600 133205 4497H 127498 128759 133573 106932X 121748X 12000029 128903 127845 127847 131870 130840 17490512 131529 130794 MBER 917 255590 DESCRIPTION Washer 13 32 x 1x 12 Ga Nut Crowniock 3 8 16 Belt Spacer Retainer Stiffener Arm Idler Bearing Nylon shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove Grip Handle Button Plunger Plunger Lever Spring Rod Lever Ring E Washer 21 22 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Rod Brake A H Rod Brake L H Pin Cotter 3 32 x 3 4 Rod Pivot Rod Clutch Secondary Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Rod Clutch Primary Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Trunnion 3 8 16 Retainer Spring Bushing Spring um Primary Asm no Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga Ring Klip Bolt Shoulder Keeper Spring Arm Clutch Secondary Spring Return Brake Ass Mower Vented Screw Hex Thd Rol 5 16 18 x 3 4 Deck Complete Mower Mandrel Ass Includes Key s 5 8 10 12 39 and 41 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches tinch 25 4 mm 12 5 H
7. Your unit has a battery charging system wnich is sufficient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend it s life Acid solution level in each battery cell should be ever with bottoms of vent wells Add only distilled or iron free waiter if necessary Do not overfill _ VENTCAP VENT WELL BATTERY eo CELL ACID LEVEL Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keepventcaps tight and smali vent holes in caps open Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power e Remove terminal guard e Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons oi baking soda to one gallon of water Becarefulnottoge the soda solution into the cells e Rinse the battery with plain water and dry Cleanterminais and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly Reinstall battery See INSTALL BATTERY in As sembly section of this manual 13 8 14 Check fluid level after every 25 hours ofuse Reardrawbar must be removed to check fluid level Remove the four 4 fasteners to remove the drawbar Clean reservoir thoroughly before removing cap Check for proper fluid level in reservoi
8. creep when the motion control lever is in NEUTRAL position adjust the neutral lever position as follows FORWARD ADJUSTMENT Drive unit forward on a level surface Move motion control lever to the left and back until A stops against forward adjustment plate and release ever ff unit creeps forward or backward turn engine off and set parking brake From underside of fender loosen the two 2 bolts securing forward adjustment piate and move piate 1 16 opposite the direction the unit creeps Forward creep move plate backwards 1 16 inch Reverse creep move plate forward 1 16 inch Retighten bolts securely Repeat forward drive test and if necessary readjust umit creep is eliminated EVERSE ADJUSTMENT Drive unit in reverse on a level surface Move motion contro lever to the right and forward until it stops against reverse adjustment plate anc release lever if unit creeps forward or backward turn engine ofi and set parking brake Loosen and move reverse adjustment plate in the same manner as forward adjustment plate described above Forward creep move plate backwards 1 16 inch Reverse creep move plate forward 1 16 inch Retighten bolts securely Repeat reverse drive test and if necessary readjusi until creep is eliminated if creep cannot be eliminated by the above adjustments contact your nearest Sears Service Center FORWARD ADJUSTMENT
9. 9 16 wrench Tire pressure gauge Screwdriver When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE UNIT FROM UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and paris cartons from carton See page 6 Cutalong dotted lines on carton from top to bottom all four corners of carton and lay panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE ROLLING UNIT OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash ling up with steering bushing Install two 2 sheet metal screws and tighten securely Position steering boot over steering shaft Place tabs of steering boot over siots in dash and push down to secure Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaf Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide onto adapter Assemble large flat washer and 3 8 24 hex locknut and tighten securely Snap insert into center of steering wheel Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill IMPORTANT CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE UNIT 15 TO ROLL OFF SKID Gi Pig 6 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position
10. FIG 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Figs 26 amp 27 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For ease of service remove rear drawbar from chassis and belt keeper from transmission input pulley For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove bek from stationary idler and clutching idler Remove clutch locator e Disconnect clutch wire harness Rotate clutch assembly enough to allow belt to be removed downwards off engine pulley under belt keeper and around clutch assembly Remove belt carefully upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades gt install new belt by reversing above procedure IMPORTANT REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTED IN THIS MANUAL BELT KEEPER DRAWBAR FAN MOTION DAME BELT INPUT PULLEY FIG 26 AKAN KATA TT GG AT Aa ASET SES LRA sit AEA ELECTRIC LOCATO ATOR CLUTCH ee PULLEY q A AHO H a 24 ae 4H 02 haw e CLUTCHING TT IDLER STATIONARY 1 IDLER i INPUT E v PULLEY ELECTRIC CLUTCH ied WIRING HARNESS i CONNECTOR FIG 27 TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER See Fig 28 NEUTRAL position of the motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary if your unit tends to
11. Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp Keeper Belt Retainer Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga Nut Pulley idler V Groove Plastic Bellcrank Asm Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Nut Washer Link Clutch 7 66 PN ia Bearing Nyi 503 X 628 X 1 25 Washer Hardened Ring Klip 415304 50 18 Return Clutch 675 PI Cover Pedal Bik Std Pulley Engine Bolt Finhex 7 16 20untxi 1 498 Washer Keeper Belt Engine th Lt Bolt Washer 13 32 X 1 7 4 X 12 Ga Nut Arm Pni Control Lt Hydro Bolt Shoulder 1 4 X 20 Une Washer Spring Oiled Nut Crownlock 1 4 20 Une Control Bypass Washer Nut Fin riex 3 8 24 Unf Console Shift Wian Li Hydro Plate Prnt Neutral Adjust Rh Plate Pni Neutral Adjust Lh Washer 17 64 Washer Screw Spacer Split 80x1 70 Cad zinc Washer 25 32 X 1 4 X 16 Ga E Ring Key Square 20X 1845 1865 Washer 25 32 X 1 5 8 X 16ga Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh Bolt Washer 13 82 X 1 1 4 X 12 Ga Nut STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches t inch 25 4 mm m lt u mana ia SS SINOS A ci qria See SA ep DUANG APA 4 a OR S k 2 2 AH G A pane ai A M ne TA 2 5 HP 38 RIDING LAWN TRACTOR M MBER 917 255590 STEERING ASSEMBLY 3B 40 a 39 2 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO LO OO Ni O OH 05 AO i NO 100713N 105669X 130460 130459 6266H 121748X 19272016 12000029 3366H 130468 1D551137 73610600 110438X 74
12. ei parking brake by depressing clutch orake pedal e Pull freewheel knob up to disengage transmission Roll unit backwards off skid Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor SCREW STEERING BUSHING STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY POSITION INSERT 3 8 24 HEX LOCKNUT 2 3 8 DIA WASHER lt STEERING WHEEL Ge _ STEERING WHEEL X ADAPTER De STEERING BOOT STEERING SHAFT POSITION FIG 1 Prk dees arga gom lop dar rd ar eats bates Sova fad oman saa cas Ora EAA ho AN JARAN et AA CAPA AE A hid BEN Pra SA Ka a A Pa RADE EY Kami LT Ey ARTEA 2 tA PREPARE BATTERY See Fig 2 CAUTION Wear eye and face shield Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contact with baiteryacid Do not smoke Furnes from charged battery acid are explosive Head the instructions included with the battery vent caps Always wear gloves clothing and goggles to protect your nands skin and eyes aa a eA LR Meth SANA RNa EMAL GG TE dalan FAAS Ww PUD RA TIC EA un ENS Te SPAT POTN WG TAMA Pr AH KAB TTL MET ehr ha MANG Jan A pa aaa D A AA Your unit has a battery charging systern which is sufficient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag Fill battery with acid Fill each cell until it reaches the bottom of the vent welis Do not ove
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14. NA O OA PC e AL a EAD retry Bt sbi aoe re Tne a A je ie fy vei RT a d DARK FER Cod A p a ene SA qu k tod opni o TA 3 a INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Piace seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt Assemble adjustment bolt lock washer and flat washer loasely Do not tighten Tighten shoulder bolt securely Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Sitde seat untila comfortable position is reached which allows you to press ciuich brake pedal all the way down See Fig 6 Get off seat without moving its adjusted position Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT e FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT LOCK WASHER BOLT CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing 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 ihe figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify
15. been designed engineered and manu factured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest Sears Service Center Depariment We have competent well trained eee and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES MODEL NUMBER 917 255590 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod uct Contact your nearest Sears store for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Followaregular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your unit Follow the instructions under Customer Responsibill ties and Storage sections of this owner s manual LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT For two 2 years from the date of purchase if this riding equipment is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship This Warranty does not co
16. idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw turn idle mixture valve in clockwise until en gine begins to die and then turn out counterclockwise until engine runs rough Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions Release throttle lever ACCELERATION TEST Move throttle control lever from SLOW to FAST position If engine hesitates or dies turn idle mixture valve out counterclockwise 1 8 tum Repeat test and continue to adjust if necessary until engine acceler ates smoothiy 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 OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS JF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS THROTTLE IDLE SPEED IDLE MIXTURE VALVE FIG 34 the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more CAUTION Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it t
17. lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor A LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lifi lever when changing its position IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off SAFETY GLASSES Catalog stores HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 7 Your unit is equipped wilh an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine Depress clutch brake peda into full BRAKE position and hold 3 Place parking brake lever in ENGAGED position and release pressure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in BRAKE position Make sure parking brake will hold vehicle secure DISENGAGED ATTACHMENT POSITI ON CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION PARKING BRAKE J ENGAGED PN POSITION MOTION CONTROL ar THROTTLE CHOKE Nas CONTROL TON ANN LEVER a E e N BRAKE POSITION IGNITION KEY CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL DRIVE POSITION PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGED POSITION FIG 7 STOPPING See Fig 7 MOWER BLADES o ae attachment clutch lever to DISENGAGED po sition GROUND DRIVE a Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position Move motion control lever
18. mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the dis charge guard in piace ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER DISENGAGED POSITION ATTACHMENT ENGAGED FT LEVER m POSITION HIGH POSITION LON AS ks e AD A POSITION R H RUNNER DISCHARGE GUARD FIGS TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope ELE TE RR A Ka TER STAT TET EL I PTN ta Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills gt Hf slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position at ta ree ester lf stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake o quickly to brake position and engage parking rake Move motion control lever to NEUTRAL position IMPORTANT THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED Torestart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT Pull freewheel control knob up to disengage transmis sion See Fig 6 When pushing or towing your unit be sure motion control lever is in NEUTRAL position Raise attachment lift control to highest position Do not push or tow unit at more than five 5 MPH BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK
19. that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that tne brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual URES nthe Arbab tat an SANG KASIN Reseda Cie LT In dahi weg MDA VAT EOLA Pra Tan SSD PE EST EM ENG LA FAAA ITE Pd BOON PTY A AAT aa WAN KAN AG Rend Reg Ca une ab wee pan oat AAI pan bat E Elm sender CAUTION Do not short battery termi nals Before installing battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden Open battery box door Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals toward front of unit Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box First connect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with hex bolt flat washer lock washer and hex nut as shown Tighten securely Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative bat tery terminal with remaining hex bolt fat washer lock washer and hex nut Tighten securely Close battery box door Open battery box door for inspection for secure connections io tignien hard ware Inspection for corrosion e Testing battery gt Jumping if required Periodic charging NNER BATTERY BOX DOOR POSITIVE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE RED CABLE TS RPA RATTA TORA AN A W
20. wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicle Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you This list was current at the time of publication however it may change in future years more attachments may be added changes may be made in these attachments or some may no longer be available or fit your model Contact your nearest Sears store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your unit Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits those that do are indicated and are designed for easy attaching and detaching PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a healthier neater looking lawn Two Permanex containers hold 30 galion plastic bags LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves LAWN VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves Wand attachment to pick up debris in hard to reach places CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes availabie ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 inch wide 18 inch diameter water tight drum hoids up to 390 Ibs of weight Rounded edges prevent harm to turf Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum SPREADER SEEDERS make seeding fertilizing and weed killing easy Broadcast spreaders are aiso useful for granular de icers and sand CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois ture and nutrients to reach grass roots 36 inch swath 24 h
21. your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1 Outoffuel 1 2 Engine not CHOKED properly 1 2 3 Engine flooded 1 3 4 Bad spark plug 4 5 Dirty air filter 5 6 Dirty fuel filter 6 7 Water in fuel 7 8 Loose or damaged wiring E 9 Carburetor out of adjustment i 9 10 Engine valves out of adjustment i 10 Hard to start 1 Dirty air filter ar 4 2 Bad spark plug i 2 3 Weak or dead battery i 3 4 Dirty fuel filter i 4 1 5 Stale or dirty fuel 5 6 Loose or damaged wiring 6 7 Carburetor out of adjustment me 8 Engine valves out of adjustment 8 Engine will not turn over 1 Ciutch brake pedal not depressed 4 2 Attachment clutch is engaged i 2 3 Spark plug wire is disconnected i 3 4 Weak or dead battery ja i 5 Blown fuse a 6 Corroded battery terminais 6 7 Loose or damaged wiring ae 8 Faulty ignition switch 8 9 Faulty solenoid or starter i 9 110 Faulty operator presence switch es 10 Engine clicks but will not 4 1 Weak or dead battery start 2 Corroded battery terminals
22. 011056 73501000 132624 132014 27079 124035X 126684X 91D551125 71070410 127501 109816X 124038X 12000029 124034X 6266H 17490612 91D551137 73610600 130465 120754X 19131416 STD561210 132196 310611005 100710L 19133808 1D541537 104820X 124417X 121749X 121748X 12000029 121232X DESCRIPTION Wheel Steering Std Black Axle Asm Front Spindle Asm Lh Spindie Asm Rh Bearing Race Thrust Harden Washer 25 32 X 1 5 8 X 16ga Washer 27 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga Ring Klip 5304 75 Bearing Col Strg Bik Link Drag Sol Ball Jt 20 064 Lockwasher Nut Fin Hex 3 8 24 Unf spacer Bearing Axle Front Bolt Hex 5 8 11 Une X 3 1 2 Nut Hex Jam Lk W wh 5 8 11 Une Pin Axle 5 8 X 1 55 1 54 Lg onat Asm Sug 5 8X 1819 Lt Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 X 5 8 X 062 Washer screw Hex Socket 1 4 20 X 5 8 Shaft Asm Pittman Nyiiner Snap In Bracket Steering Ring Klip 415304 75 Gear Sector Bearing Race Thrust Harden Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x3 4 Ty tt Lockwasher Nut Fin Hex 3 8 24 Unf Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech Bushing Rod Tie Bik Lt Washer 13 32 X 7 8 X 16ga Pin Bushing Strg 5 8 Id Dash Screw Insert Cap Stro Wheel Sid Blk Washer 13 32 X 2 3 8 X 8 Ga Gripco Nut Adaptor Wheel Strg 640 635id Boot Shaft Steering Washer 25 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga Washer 25 32 X 1 5 8 X 16ga Ring Klip 15304 75 Cap Spindle Fr Top Bik STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches t in
23. 2 00 ocrew Hex Self Tap 1 4 20 x 2 00 Screw Hex Self Tap 1 4 20 x 3 00 Bearing Ball Bearing Bail Shaft Pinion W 11 Tooth Gear shaft Drive Bearing Needle E Thrust Brg 5 8 x 1 1 4 x 7 5 Washer Flat 62 x 1 0 x 050 Washer Flat 62 x 1 0 x 040 Spacer Coupling Gear 60 and 17 Tooth Nut Hex 1 4 20 Gear Drive Pinion 17 Tooth Bolt Square Head Washer 15 16 x 265 x 125 Washer Spring Lock 1 4 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 2 Washer Flat 62 x 1 0 x 036 Pin Dowel 3 32 x 1 4 Seal Grease Washer Head Spring Lock 1 4 Assembly Gear Reduction Assembly Shaft Input Shell Durina O Grease 20 oz Transaxle Assembly Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm MBER 917 255590 NUMBER 0437 01 EE 4 AL TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTALL 46 12 5 HP 38 RIDING LAWN ___ BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE M 310 NOTE To identify Briggs and Stratton manufactured starter motors measure the housing length AE NR eter A e ta Cole Roa Includes Brush Set includes 398003 Clutch Assembly Key Number 513 280104 Gear Key Number 783 490467 Retainer and Pin Key Number 876 94288 Roll Pin Key Number 806 A q KAA LT ARA Pa A TE AING MECA ap OO Aah EVITON PA aa ETAS in Pa AAN LAT CR a NA GA OT THEA S aana e adane ian itta KEY NO MOC CNG AG 26 PART NO 490450 261623 391086 494240 271866 397406 27803 94621
24. 42X 122643X 122644 122645X 122646X 122647X 122648X 122649X 122650X 122651X 123061X 122678X 122654X 122656X 122653X 1228594 122660X 122652X 122663X DESCRIPTION Housing Half L H Housing Half R H Axle L H Axle R H Bearing Ball Wasner Flat 3 4 x 1 1 8 x 030 Gear Miter Gear Miter Nut Hex Jam w Patch 1 2 20 Shaft Cross Screw Stud onap Ring Bearing Thrust Housing Assembly Differential Bearing Flange Gear Differential 72 Tooth Bolt Torx Head 1 4 28 x 5 8 Shaf input snap Ring Retaining Ring 7 16 Housing Inout Bearing Bearing Needle Bearing Thrust Washer Flat 5 8 x 1 1 8 x 030 Key Hi Pro 3 32 x 5 8 Screw Hex W Patch 1 4 20 x 3 4 Gear input Pinion 17 Tooth Washer Flat 62 x 1 x 05 Wasner Flat 62 x 1 125 x 060 Washer Flat 62 x 1 x 040 Pin Cotter Nut Castle 5 16 24 Washer Flat 343 x 88 x 062 Arm Brake Actuator Pin Brake Actuating Brake Yoke 45 KEY NO MODEL NUM R 1214314 PART NO 12260664X 12306865X 12260666X 1226675 122668X 123066X 122670X 122671X 126982X 122673X 122674X 122675X 123059X 123060X 123061X 122654X 122689X 121839X 126975X 122682X 122683X 122684X 122685X 122686X 122687X 122652X 123062X 123063X 126977X 126980X 1289814 126976X 121437X BER 917 255590 DESCRIPTION Disc Brake Key Hi Pro 3 16 x 5 8 Screw Hex 1 4 20 x 1 50 Plate Puck Puck Brake Screw Hex w Patch 1 4 20 x
25. 9 23 4921H Retainer Spring 24 TD523707 Bolt 25 19131312 Wasner 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga 26 STD541437 Nul 27 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x1 2 Ty tt 28 123915X Grille Gre 29 124029 Lens Headlight Bar Clear 30 126599417 Fender Prt 31 109873X Bracket Pnt Fender 32 17490612 screw Thdrol 3 8 16x3 4 Ty tt 33 105485X417 Footrest Pnt Lh ey 34 105464X 417 Footrest Pnt Rh silver 35 STD533707 Bok 36 STD541437 Nut 37 105466 Pad Footrest Ror Sq Craftsman 38 126471X Giip insulated 406 Mig Hole STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE A component dimensions given in U S inches inch 25 4 mm E dos gt 29 26 S 1 E 27 E 104 Eni E E KEY PART NO NO 121430X 1214374 121323X 126581X 73680400 126579X 121211X 124188 510523145 310557131 2110541431 1104224 126578X 5910522507 19092016 STD551125 128576X 26912X 126655X 1205893 73040490 STD523707 STD541437 1D551025 31D541437 121139X o TDB41437 106933X 126592 126590X 126597 X o 1D581050 126970X 73040400 132654 STD541437 STD541237 1068884 370551037 49244 sf D624003 126904 124238X 126649X 17490616 17490612 121187X 3119523707 51541437 126577X 310541437 122424 X 120183X DESCRIPTION Pump Hydro Sunstrand Transaxie Asm Pump Resevoir Keeper Asm Belt Transaxle Nut Crownlock 1 4 20 Unc Pulley Input spacer Stand off Hydro Fan Zin Bracket Pri Mtg Differential Bolt Lockwasher Nut spring Ret
26. ASHER LOCK WASHER gaase were AN KA ee ES a A X i RARE Ro SNG Pre s y Ne RR KG KS BROAN ANNAN h q EMEA s y RES AE AD EN Ag tend Nate Bee eee Eons K e RN soci ca ee Ki Se Ke pene i PER re a adic ER A A ee en POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE 5 TERMINAL BATTERY BOA DOCA 7 VENT CAPS PIG 5 d CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose paris in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were over inilated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside ali belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXT fia ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline 4 Become familiar w
27. E INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Drain the fuel tank s tart the engine and iet 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 stor age Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual CYLINDERS e Remove spark plug s e Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s Turnignitionkeyto START position for a few seconds to distribute oil Replace with new spark plug s OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems if possible store
28. ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 15 The engine in your unit has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with unit on level ground Remove oil fill dipstick and wipe clean replace and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove 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 oi for easier starting see OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual lt Tochange engine oil see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual ADD GASOLINE e Fil fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Use of leaded gasoline willincrease carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce vaive life IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING WARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohoi or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before stor age of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instruc tions for add
29. IBILITIES ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBAI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POW Always observe safety rules when performing any main tenance BRAKE OPERATION lf unit requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear than brake must be adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in Service and Adjusiments section of this manual TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause lire damage BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp The blades can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel We suggest they be sharpened or replaced after every 25 hours of mowing Check blades more often if mowing in sandy conditions Do not atternpt to sharpen blades while they are onthe mower Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 10 gt Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades 7 Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown Reassemble hex bolt lock washer an
30. NOR CONTROL PLATE GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER HOLES A CLAMP THROTTLE SCREW CABLE FIG 33 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR See Fig 34 The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust ment shouid not be necessary However minor adjust ment 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 de creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel alr mixture Turning the idle mixture valve out counter clockwise 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 Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu retor when making carburetor adjustments Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly see above With engine off turn idle mixture valve in clockwise closing it finger tight and then turn out counterclock wise 1 full turn a an ee AAN E a ARRETEERITAKSE ERA REN Tt ade ath FINAL SETTING Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in NEUTRAL position Move throttle control lever to SLOW position With finger rotate and hold throttle lever againstidle speed screw Turn
31. P 38 RIDING LAWN TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 127437 Seat V 350 Blk red Craftsman 16 2 126656xX Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat bik 17 3 STD523707 Bolt 18 4 19131210 Washer 13 32 X 3 4 X 10 Ga 19 5 2751R Clip Line Fuel 13 32 Mig Hole 20 6 STD541437 Nut 21 7 124181X Spring Seat Corsn 2 250 Bik Zi 22 8 17490616 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 X 1 Ty it 23 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 24 10 124294X Pan Pnt Seat blk 25 11 121251X Strip Foam Gray Or Black 26 12 121248X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 13 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 id 14 72050411 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 3 8 15 1212494 Spacer Split 28 X 88 Zinc 42 KEY PART NO NO MODEL NUMBER 917 255590 DESCRIPTION 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Prt 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc STD511005 Screw 73951000 Nut Keps 10 32 Unf 4171R Clip insulated 11 82 Mtg Hole 105529X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Une Blkz STD541431 Nut 74780814 Bolt Fin Hex 1 2 13 X 7 8 Gr 5 19171912 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 X 62 STD551150 Lockwasher STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm KEY NO PAR NO 1227564 122716X 122745X t22715X 122700X 122699X 122767X 122747X 122717X 122748X 122749X 1271468 1 22770X 122771X 127147X 122773X 122722X 122750X 127148X 122723X 3 55 DESCRIPTION Shaft Pump Ring Retaini
32. PLATE MOTION CONTROL REVERSE ADJUSTMENT PLATE LEVER LAA nanas bahkan aan anakan an FIG 28 TO Be MEN ERT Isl re Aan AASA arent Nos Tag Ao ha SEA ADJUST if steering whee crossbars are not horizontal left to right whe n wheels are positioned straight forward remove steering wheel and reassembie per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual 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 your nearest authorized service center TO Fig a REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See 29 Biock up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose Repair tire and reassembie On rear wheeis only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover WASHERS RETAINING AXLE COVER em Ns SQUARE KEY REAR WHEEL ONLY FIG 29 ae STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY edie Nene See Fig 30 CAUTION Lead acid batteries gener ate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from bat teries Always wear eye protection when around batteries lf your battery is too weak to start the engine it should b
33. TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT TRUNNION s FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 22 and 23 Pipa a HEA To obtain the best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 3 8 tc 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highes position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure ais pa Da front and rear flanges of mower housing as shown s Tolower front of mower turn nut E counterclockwise on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 3 8 to 1 2 lower at front thar rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both fron links Toraise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion or both front links Turn nut E clockwise on both fror links an equal number of turns When distance D is 3 8 to 1 2 lower at front thar rear retighten nut F against trunnion on both fron links IMPORTANT WHEN ADJUSTING FRONT LINK TRUNNIONS ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SC MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE Recheck side to side adjustment lt FRONT LINKS TRUNNION pita 23 ES TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT See Fig 24 The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation quide decal on the mower housing BELT REMOVAL Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Move attachment lift lever for
34. ached to unit Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a guide The blade cuts approximately an inch outside the runner See Fig 8 The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming TO START ENGINE See Fig 7 When starting engine for the first time or if engine has SRU Tn ANA Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the ares that has been cut Have the cut area to the right o the machine 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 fror shrubs fences driveways etc After one or twe rounds mow in the opposite direction making let hand turns until finished See Fig 9 FIG 9 lf grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from driec clippings Make first cut relatively high the seconc to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet plug mower and leave undesirable clumps grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and prope discharge of material Regulate ground speed bj selecting a low enough gear to give the mows cutting performance as well as the quality of cu desired When oper
35. ardened steel coring tips 150 fb capacity weight tray AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn Ta pered 2 5 inch steel spikes mounted on 10 inch diameter discs ouncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in Steel weight tray for increased penetration MULCH RAKE DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup Twenty spring tine teeth Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding Available for front or rear mounting SPRAYERS use 12 volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor battery or other 12 volt source Includes booms for automatic spraying when pulling and hand held wand for spot spraying Wand has adjustable spray pattern For applying herbicides insecticides fungicides and liquid fertilizers SNOW BLADE for snow removal only 14 inch high 42 inch wide blade clears 38 inch path when angled left or right Raises iowers with side lever Adjustabie skids replaceabie reversible scraper bar Use with tire chains wheel weights or rear drawbar weight SNOWTHROWER has 40 inch swath Drum type auger handles powdery and wet heavy snow Mounts easily with simple pin arrangement Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat 6 inch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controlled at tractor seat Use with chains wheel weights or rear drawbar weight TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty closely spaced extra large cross links give smooth ride o
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37. ating attachments select a ground speer that will suit the terrain and give best performance o the attachment being used Wet grass wil Allow MAINTENANCE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Replace Fuel Filter K NELES wt to pa eia a Y Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart ih Check Battery Level Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transmission Cooling Adjust Blade Belt s Tension _ Adjust Motion Drive Belt s Tension Change Engine Oil 0 0 Clean Air Filter 7 Clean Air Screen a i 2 k PE 93 E V o 4 A KA A i E t E ET a3 i t 3 z gt k f DE RLNN Na Nang anga ade Dena MAG Sates ran Pas eet ma aan aN maara ADE NA mead Ns AAA ETE re x i 3 ge 5 Fa LAI Fi pA E 24 lt HEASSE 4 z E t 18 y y 5 sa NAS K o Ea a EA Ex seis E Aw PA X md ME b 3 Ras E Sn SE A A gt E TA ETEA fe RS AN TIVE E ME TK AA AN A OAT ee Faget PEET Steg NG KNA E ag oa TE ERES SUA A Aa kh H Ag a a am D aea a aa DRA aL AS SAM li PA 1 Ea 4 F as t ya qa 4 i inspect Muffier Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Piug _ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Ser tian 3 v TATTERI r eE RE 4 4
38. ch 25 4 mm 37 MODEL NUMBER 917 255590 8 RIDING LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 255590 OPTIONAL EQUIP Spark Arrester BER 917 255590 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 132761 Control Throt Rh Blk Pdi 14 10 7 7 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20x5 8 T 3 131953 Engine B amp s 12 5 icq Dual 1 Vt 4 125610X Muffler Exhaust B amp s Lt Std 5S 1013261 Deflector Muffler 222573 6 17030808 Screw Spiderloc Hexhd 8x1 2 Ab 7 STD551025 Washer 8 STD551125 Washer 9 S7TD522510 Bolt 10 STD541031 Nut 14 STD551131 Lockwasher 12 71070510 Screw Hexhd Cap 5 16 18x5 8 13 125593X Gasket 1313 id Tin Plated 14 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3 8 Npt X 3 15 13200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Not 16 STD351237 Washer 17 17490620 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x1 1 4 Tytt 18 105736X shield Pnt Heat 19 105839X Receptacle 1 4 Turn Dacrotized A 20 105838X Retainer 1 4 Turn 3650dx 222id 21 STD551025 Washer ze 123650 Stud 1 4 Turn replaces 105751 23 128953X w Shield Pnt Heat Browning Grass 24 STD601005 Screw 25 124027X Shield Pnt Heat Hood Lt 26 17030808 Screw Spiderloc Hexhd 8x1 2 Ab 27 105037X Strip Foam 18 29 121851X Arrestor Spark 30 127057 Strap Hood 31 1092024 Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr 32 123549X Cap Asm Fuel W sym Vented 33 123487X Clamp Hose Bik 34 124028X Bushing Snap Nyi Blk Fuel Line 35 17490412 screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20x3 4 36 19091416 Washer 9 32 X 7 8 X 16ga 37 101335K Line Fuel 9 50 38 san Plug Oil Drai
39. ck all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact Sears Service Depariment aya jamaga KANA IKAN att AA ARAK Aha tt ah AKAN AA ANING t ttab LIAN WIJANA AA ANANING AL pr Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check ail wiring Sat in Higher Cut position reduce speed Adjust throtle control Glean underside of mower housing Clean repiace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and repiace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean repiace mufler Check all wiring Contact Sears Service Department Contact Sears Service Department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Replace blade mandrel Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION ERR ERROS ENT KANG RN OU yl OMS aad 1 a rt AN GG Ka ANA EN e e al RTA St AAA td E AAK ag SANGGA at A e a Pupa t Sa DANGA Ua a GN A aen ree Maar NA to Penne EAS A e hc KNA NE ery TA A KA TORRE DEN TG A pp EA AN 1 Check wiring switches and connections if not 1 Faulty operator safety presence control system 7 corrected contact Sears Service Department Engine continues to run when operator leaves seati with attachment clutch engaged Replace blade Tighten b
40. d flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 30 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT BLADE BOLTIS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED TN MANDREL JACKSHAFT ASSEMBLY TRAILING EDGE UP www HEM BOLT GRADE 8 A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD FIG 10 TO SHARPEN BLADE See Fig 11 Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine eT el Ler EN i rr A PPA barns LAE trae rer Renta Nang LA Tm AY bet RA eH TAGS pn Ap Tie fas dammed A AS Mat PR RR 15 RS Es Sa ne On de as z3 Fria The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin ora cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with bal ancer e Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion ofthe steel bol or pin and hold the bolt or pin parale with the ground lf biade is balanced it should remain in a horizonte position If either end of the blade moves downwarc sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced NOTE Do notuse anail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not evened CENTER HOLE 5 8 BOLT BLADE OR PIN EP PEEL PT SENENI NA NAGI TOETA TEAD MANE TEMP y BA BATTERY See Fig 12
41. e recharged If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOUR UNIT 1S EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA TIVE terminal of fully charged battery Connect ihe other end of the BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from left side of chassis and fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL CHASSIS F asd memme AMG ED BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL FIG 30 Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located in the engine compartment directly in front of the dash A nig ONS See FIG 31 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grih Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it fr
42. e Mounting Plug Spark 1 7 8 or 47 mm Resistor Type Screw Hex Head Wire Ground Gasket Set Includes all items marked Puller Flywheel Wrench Spark Plug Clamp Oil Filler Tube Screw Sems Cartridge Air Cleaner Cup Screen Mounting Knob Air Cleaner Screen Flush Rotating Stator Alternator Dual Circuit Screw Sems Cap and Dipstick Oil Filler Seal Filler Tube Tube Oil Filler Element Air Cleaner O Ring Air Cleaner Bushing Governor Crank 1 4 LD Bolt Governor Lever Nut Hex 10 24 Clamp Fuel Pipe Fuel inlet Tube Cotter Hair Pin Retainer E Ring Spring Choke Return Seal Choke Shaft Seal Governor Washer Throttle Shaft Elbow Spark Plug Brace Air Cleaner Screw Sems 50 MBER 917 255590 MBER 0437 01 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 663 94620 Screw Hex Head 668 280848 Spacer 726 392134 Gear Ring Includes Mounting Paris 727 490324 Cover Starter Includes Mounting Screws 728 93535 Screw Sems 729 281159 Clip Lead Wire 741 262135 Gear Timing 757 212359 Link Counterweight 758 399891 Counterweight Assembly 759 298909 Pin Counterweight 761 93875 Screw Counterweigni 837 231109 Spacer Muffler Mounting 842 270920 Seal Oil Filler Cap 847 490474 Fill Group Oi 851 221798 Terminal Ignition Cable 869 261463 Seat Intake Valve Standard 870 210940 Seat Exhaust Vaive Standard 871 261961 Guide Exhaust Valve 872 281104 Cover Air Cleaner 875 494237 Body A
43. ed Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting gt Turn off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light gt Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck i SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of contro 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 teel uneasy on it do not mow it DO Mow up and down slopes not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Useslow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shiit while on the slope Follow the manufacturers recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoic starting or stopping on a slope if tires lose traction st aga the blades and proceed slowly straight do
44. em Only 5 106732X361 Rim Asm 6 front Silver Service 44 6 278H Fitting Grease Front Wheel Oniy j 7 9040H Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only f 8 106108361 Rim Asm 8 rear Silver Service 9 3588R Tire R Ts 18x8 5 8 S Service 10 71524 Tube Rear Service item Only 11 104757X Cap Axle Bik 1 50 X 1 G0 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches t inch 25 4 mm 29 SESH M RIDING LA 12 5 HP 38 ELECTRICAL gp YA tee Sy Py yt A a a ak oF 0 OTSIS ti E Sun De A n JA ait KA AA A var vie KL D Na Ki 2 0 47 paga KENA re ki 49 An ry iat asl A dom e Gta 4 Elegia OM on na 12 5 HP 38 RIDING LAWN TI ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO NO OND Ob GO A STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 126664X 130890 10823604 128369 4207 132202 4799 129965 109596X 109081X STDS51125 73350400 74780408 1D551225 910541425 131563 109553X 51D601005 310365402 123620X 124211X 121305X 121264X 74760412 STD551025 TO551125 STDS41025 1093104 108824X 105687X 124083X 110712X 127441X 7862 STD601005 10444954 a Pts fs A a a a Re M A e me NIGRA Fi Cart kh DESCRIPTION Battery 12v 25amp Lt Hyd Craft Bracket Switch Interlock Bracket Switch Clutch Harness ign B amp s Fender HI Cable Ground 6ga 12 black Cable Battery 6 Ga 42 red Cable Battery 6ga 11 red Case Battery Hinge Mechanical Clamp Hose Olive S
45. er Mounting Line Fuel 11 Cut To Suit screw Sems 3 4 Link Governor Spring Governor Link Choke Oil Slinger Governor Gear and Bracket Assembl Plate Governor Control Choke A Matic Screw Sem Air Cleaner Crank Governor 1 4 Diameter Lever Assembly Governor Washer Governor Crank 1 4 LD Spring Governor Link Filter Fuel Clamp Casing Screw Clamp Mounting screw Air Cleaner Housing Blower Red screw Sems Blower Housing i Shield Cylinder Screw Sems Cylinder Shield Mtg Cover Cylinder Head Included in Gasket Set 494241 included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit 494384 included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit 494384 and Carburetor Gasket Set 494386 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches inch 25 4 mm KEY PAR NO 309 332 333 334 337 346 356 358 363 383 422 423 AAS 459 467 468 474 482 523 524 529 535 537 552 562 592 601 611 614 615 618 634 634A 491323 634B 281167 635 646 657 NO mo w ma 92284 492341 93381 802592 93705 494328 494241 19203 89838 223721 93984 493909 222561 493903 222562 393474 93621 490327 8838 280741 272403 281108 231597 92613 231082 93053 494451 93306 93307 262803 281168 66538 224486 93496 DESCRIPTION Motor Starting 12 Volt see chart on illustrated pages for replacement parts for Starting Motors Nut Hex Armature Magneto Screw Sems Armatur
46. ff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins gt Toreassembi reverse above procedure a NATA Stay ANAN eo MAUD TIVE Ad OUT cr pp Tang SA PANI DAAR AT TA KANA NaS NAH gang KAWA TT TOT UM TELM TS IME RIGO ASIE NY q Kh aaa d resents MF ASR eh ad CT hast naa Ng ka ataga aus Ja tury ten PLUS pee RT Pekan PSA PM don dona Da dr naa Gan PR AAA PPLE Ine INKY BAN Ga PVT MNCS Ya E NEG MACROS pun anda hes Mut Ka badan dana ky raa AZ NA IO Cham AA aasa AR AMM EN metre ENAP PON ace bavi Aa CF TALL lnk GRE ome Carns Kee he her MeL EEOC TEAL EY aad t vad v a i k BLOWER HOUSING SCREWS STARTER HOUSING OIL FILL eon Ls ME E BARK ENGINE COOLING FINS PLUG PIG 17 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester i equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of use whichever comes first Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 18 Fuel filter should bereplaced once each season Iffuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor re placement is required gt With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel ling sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spil
47. hor oughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual gt inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATTERY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging gt 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 inthe Customer Responsibilities section of this manual After cleaning leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of 29 Arp m an gt E Ao aay FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUELFILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENC
48. ight switch Check wiring and connections Repiace fuse Switch is OFF Bulb s burned out Fautty light switch Loose or darnaged wiring Glown fuse Headlight s not working if so equipped en o Do aaa Heplace battery Gheck clean all connections Flaplace reguiator Replace alternator Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty raguiator if so equipped Faulty alternator i Battery will not charge SON gt Pops Tractor creeps with t Motion control lever is out of adjustment 1 Adjust motion contro lever motion control lever in i neutral position 272 12 5 HP 38 RIDING LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 255590 SCHEMATIC fo Oe Oe NAN BATTERY KAA k A Sei a Eo o STARTER EO 09 SOLENOID ATT MENT CLUTCH CLUTCH OFF keh Mata katan atii A wa n E CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL UP E ad Mb BACK XN a ap BACK AOS av ow POLO io Cad as gt SWITCH BAK IGNITION SPARK a j UNIT puua O ki RED F PA EN roo asd ES A ei DIODE I ALTERNATOR 3 AMPS DC 3600 RPM BATTERY IN LINE NOTE EOI YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED q ALTERNATOR WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR 11 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM N 20 VOLTS AC MIN SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY KA Dr iso WANG AL RCE a BROWN Na Cy BLAS ae LL SEA
49. il must meet API service classification SG 6e sure vehicle is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm gt Gatch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour siowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see Procuct Specifications on page 3 of this manual Use gauge onoil fill dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick SAE VISCOSITY GRADES E Trnava Aa QTA anta dpt pre av A Era ME St ina LAN fap SW E E T gt a nata E PRA ny abe anr na a EO ag TT ananaga jan ny atiera p F 20 Cp ME a d 20 sot TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive engines Use of multi viscosity oils 10W 30 etc above 40 F Sebel will result in high oil consumption and possible engine damage Check oil levei more fequently if using these types of oils SAE 30 ail if usad below 40 F 4 C will result in hard starting and possible engine bore damage due to inadequate lubrication OIL FILE CAP DIPSTICK OIL DRAIN PLUG A 16 Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty ai
50. ir Cleaner 877 393456 Diede and Connector Assembly Dual Circuit 955 94642 Screw Fuel Bowl 965 94108 Locknut Air Cleaner Mounting 975 494378 Bowl Assembly Carburetor 977 494386 Carburetor Gasket Kit Includes items marked 987 281166 Seal Throttle Shaft 1005 280687 Fan Flywheel 1006 223726 Retainer Fan 1020 262243 Eccentric 1021 94160 Pin Eccentric included in Gasket Set 494241 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit 494384 Included in both Carburetor Overhaui Kit 494384 and Carburetor Gasket Set 494386 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm NAWA Aki a PNP AS A VEL W x 4 ta ka lt EL we A pr a fe t T oz t r A KAAR As A oye ys ey E tra A ke t TAS LS LD TF ARARA SAA yet vy HT AND HC f LINE OR G ARA Aa y E265 AS ALA o X GAN TANG f kat as AA tak A atte GHTIN E GU ka 4 ITA LR N NDA p PIR EENAA A ANN NS NGASOA m AREA A KASS KRAAS be SN pes not ns gradu extreme Ja Ed E AT Liss Soest Ke tu Ma exer Opes na A d On OF S FIr oe FREE A a a r Mi p and down the face of slo cross the face tever a f oping o
51. ir Screen Engine erreasesvoe 47 ASSEMDIV ananerarereoneraowunanenasa natas ten ua 7 9 E Battery CATANO MMA 8 IBAN aitia SEA BNON aaa aa naa a aaa aa ea ak raaa 9 LEVO lana 0 1 Preparation oieri AN ias 8 Starting with Weak ees PDR REM ee Storage RAR Ra SPSS RR Terminals J ril aN Salo Belt Motion Drive Removal Replacement 20 Mower Blade Drive Rermoval Reptacement 20 Blade Shar DORA cassada saua 15 Replacement neseser 19 Brake Adjustment seese 20 C Carburetor Adjustment sawara 24 Controls Tractor SAA nana wanen 10 Customer Responsibilities 14 17 Engine Air P o sita NE LF Air Filter Foam Pre Cleaner 17 Air Screen Engine oues 17 Battery NANDA FO Cooling Fins Engine AA 17 ENO O KANGEN NENG AA a Fuel 7 EN KAN KG 17 Spark Plugs ecse ahan T Tractor Blade aa O Lubrication Chart saue NO Maintenance Schedule Eee 14 THE Care emas 815 22 Cutting Height Mower ee 119 D Decals Wheels 8 Tires an 29 REPAIR PARTS OPERATION TT a NAN AK Sap an A 10 13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE eo SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS mmm 18 24 TROUBLESHOOTING uo ccssecsscrsscsesssenenscorseonsarseesenss 26 27 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR cssssssncsetsessresssoes 29 30 ENGINE sna 650 REPAIR PARTS TRANSAXLE aeraaaraanaananannann 44 45 sanan NA PARTS ORDERING SERVICE 0 BACK PAGE E Electrical interiock
52. ith all controls their location and 2 NAN ANN function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake systern is in safe operating condition 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 LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL nus CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL FREEWHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE 7 FIG 6 DUET TAN ALAS AD tm mera AP MOWER DECK i HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS MOTION CONTROL LEVER IGNITION po SWITCH ANP ALA ATLA A raka atm namnaman TS IR BARATTE NRERIN AARAA AAAA GA RENTALS Pai t TEREA o ba n a AASA CBE ORME TIBI LORELEI hh KEN ae re kai Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards institute en ir tr ene EEA TT ANANTA AAL aoa ng e ES NA ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and di rection of tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise
53. itional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur CAUTION Fill to bottom of gas tank filer neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oll or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine Depress the clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake Place motion control lever in NEUTRAL position Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGED position Move throttle control lever to CHOKE position for cold engine start For warm engine start move throttle control to FAST position Turn ignition 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 engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to FAST position wait a few minutes and try again When engine starts move throttle control to desired position Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or attachment clutch 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 Adjustments section of this manual M OWING TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is att
54. lade bolt Lavel mower deck Clean underside of mower housing Replace blade mandrel Wom bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Poor cut uneven MN nasi TEL O rp pr Remove obstruction Heplace mower drive belt Repiace idier pulley Replace blade mandrel Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen ider pulley Frozen blade mandrel Mower blades will not rotaie a o kadi PNA Place throtie control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Repiace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Heinstall biades sharp edge down Hepiace with blades listed in this manual 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 improper blades used Poor grass discharge BO a AC ESTO TAN EPA mRNA RT Gf EAD cw ES TES TRA Nom Yan KAE Mv OEY SE een tae PALES EAS PE ANAK ABC SINES MA Y O O O N AGE AN m OO ONS BUN ma h mn BMP AT a OU PT ne Ba GE DL ECA SES IA Sa E EG IA AN S EET TRR Tum switch ON Replace bulb s Check replace l
55. led gasoline El FILTER FIG 18 CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter e do finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do nol recommend using a garden nose to clean your unit unless the electrical system muffer air filter ano carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS Depress cluich brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place motion control lever in NEUTRAL position Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key OFF and remove key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped gt Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with Plug a TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER See Fig 19 Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of unit a 2 IMPORTANT Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Move attachment ift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out f
56. moke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Ailow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts 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 Ii means CAUTION BECOME ALERTI YOUR TR CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where ii cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs ELEY CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor it has
57. movement is controlled by the motion control lever Start tractor with motion control lever in NEUTRAL position Release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever to desired position e Sn MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See 9 The position of the attachment liit lever determines the cutting height e Grasp lift lever e Press plunger with thumb and move fever to desired position The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are measured 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 approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and over 3 inches during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and after moderate growth e For best cutting performance grace over 6 inches in neight should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height Your unit 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 snut off the engine e Select desired height of cut Engage mower by slowly moving attachment clutch lever to ENGAGED position gt TO STOP MOWER Move attachment clutch lever to DISENGAGED position CAUTION Do not operate the
58. n Ordre From Engine Manufacturer 39 2751R Clip Line Fuel 13 32 Mtg Hole 40 STD541437 Nut STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches inch 25 4 mm gt E 39 12 5 HP 38 38 MOWER ps angi aS 76 KEY PART NO WON 03 Orb 5 10 NO 129365 73680500 72140508 7631 110485X 128774 129895 133172 127842 129962 10030600 850857 128961 106736X 106735X 105896X 110452X 106734X 19111016 105304X 128772 19111216 78158 4939M 74600636 851074 127218 73350800 130171 73680800 127224 128763 133710 127223 73360700 110447X 73740700 133736 129963 129206 73050900 131494 122052X DESCRIPTION Mower Asm 38 weided Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 Runner ker Bearing Ball Mandre Housin ASM Mandrel Vented machd Bearing Ball Shaft and Bearing Asm Blade Mower High Performance Washer Hard Mower Vented Washer Lock Hvy 3 8 Bok Blade 3 8 24 x 1 1 4 Gr 8 Stripper Mower Vented a Shield Deflector Rod Hinge Bracket Deflector Mower Nut Pus spring Deflector Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Cap Sleeve Runner R M Washer 11 82 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Boit Mandrel Retainer spring Bolt Hex Hd 3 8 16 x 2 25 Washer Wear 7 Ga LINK Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Trunnion Nut Crowniock 1 2 13 Lift Link R H Pin Spring 5 16 3 4 Arm Suspension Rear Asm Link Lift Be H
59. ng Bearing Ball Spacer Seal Lip Ring Retaining pearing Cradle Bearing Journal Seal Lip Arm Trunnion Guide Slot Housing Kit Transmission Bearing Thrust Ball Plug Pipe Center Section Kit Bearina Needle Seal Lip shaft Motor swasnolate Variable Seal Lip 43 KEY NO PART NO 1271494 1271514 122786X 122718X 122731X 1227304 122728X 1271524 122787X 122752 122788X 122789 122754 127153X 122790X 127154X 50121430X SEAL KIT PUMP ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION Biock Kit Cylinder Plug Plastic Pin Stainless Headless Gasket Center Section Fitter Washer Thrust Spring Helical Compression Check Valve Kit Plug Siainless Threaded ocrew Socket Head Cap Washer Thrust Pin Spiral Flug Stainless Threaded Bypass Valve Kit Plug Stainless Threaded Overhaul Seal Kit BDU 1 includes items marked with an asterisk O Rings for Check Valves and Bypass Valve Pump Assembly Compiele 9 LO LO Te A gt nganu D AC LA 12 5 HP 38 RIDIN IODEL NUMBER 121431X ias el 3 hon lt i EE i lt oc 5 lt 8 as 4 SELECTIVE 65 O GREASE 20 OZ SHELL DURINA 19 28 SELECTIVE 44 KEY PART NO tO OO ME 07 do CO AD weh NO 122614 X 1228154 122616X 122620X 122621 1226224 122623X 122624X 122625X 122826X 1226884 122629X 122631X 122633X 122634 X 122640X 122641X 1226
60. ng Exhaust Valve Guard Flywheel Retainer Intake Valve Rotocoil Exhaust Valve P Retainer Exhaust Valve Rotocoil Tappet Valve Gear Cam mee Casket Carburetor Carburetor to Elbow Gasket Carburetor Elbow to Cylinder tud Carburetor Mounting Washer Spring 49 MODEL NUM ACTOR M KEY PART NO NO 142 147 164 171 187 188 201 209 216 219 222 224 229 227 230 esa 240 265 284 93805 94098 494382 231789 231790 231169 224540 494383 494384 94616 494392 224539 494379 494384 281165 281164 494380 231793 494499 231794 213811 281051 393815 93535 262767 260871 262766 490815 494887 94513 231058 493935 222450 262785 394358 221535 94419 284A 94326 304 305 306 307 308 224504 94619 224545 34823 491490 BER 286707 T IBER 917 255590 YPE NUMBER 0437 01 DESCRIPTION Screw Sems Screw Throttle Screw Idle Speed Pin Float Hinge Valve Assembly Inlet Needie inlet Vaive Seat Valve Choke Valve Needie Carburetor Overhaul Kit Includes items marked and Screw Elbow Mounting Carburetor Assembly Choke A Matic Valve Throttle Shaft and Lever Throtile Float Carburetor wk Gasket Float Bow Washer Float Bow Screw Shaft and Lever Choke Nozzie Jet Carburetor High Altitude Kit 231796 Pilot Jet Hich Altitude 281164 Seal Bow Screw Pilot Jet Carburetor Elbow Nut Air Clean
61. olenoid Lockwasher Nut Jam Hex 1 4 20 Unc Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20unex1 2 Grd Washer Nut Cover Terminal Red Switch Intlk Clutch Red 4 Term Screw Starter Swic Cover Sw Key Bik 1 25 Text Sit Nut ignition Switch Plunger Ne Gray Caps Battery 25 30 Amp Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20unc X 3 4 Washer Washer Nut Key ign Molded Craftsman Fuse 30 Amp Auto Green Tube Plastic 9 Cover Sw Ign Bik 6 00 X 1 580 Switch Light Bik Bik Red Harness Socket Light Bulb Light 1141 Screw Interlock Switch 1 inch 25 4 mm 31 ODEL NUMBER 917 255590 MBER 917 255590 12 5 HP 38 RIDING LAWN TRACTOR M CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 32 MBER 917 255590 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION t 131050 Chassis Widmt Li hyd fen 38 42 2 127866 Drawbar a 11 Ga 3 17490612 ocrew Thdral 3 8 16x3 4 Ty tt 4 STD523707 Bolt 5 S7D541437 Nut 6 126595X010 Saddle Silkscreened 7 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x1 2 Ty tt 8 2751R Glip Line Fuel 13 32 Mig Hole amp 126604X010 Ed sikscreened Sears Eng 10 5479 Plug Button Bik 359 Dia 11 122795X Panel Pnt Dash Lh 12 121794X Cover Access Black Square 13 1240631X012 Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weidment 14 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x3 4 Ty tt 15 74180512 Screw Mach Trhd 5 16 18uncx3 4 16 STD541431 Nut 17 131445X417 Hood Asm Pm Weld Silver Powde 18 126938X Bumper Hood 19 STD512505 Screw 20 STD551125 Washer 2t 122933X Rivet Ratchet Nylon 22 124479X Washer Nylon Blk 28x 75x 1
62. om starting o Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in Repair Paris section of this manual TO REPLACE FUSE See Fig 31 23 LL See Fig 32 CAUTION Muffler is hot Be careful when removing retainer springs from nood pivot brackets H PEC Ai OEE EIS Eram Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Remove retainer springs from hood pivot brackets Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tii forward and lift off of tractor To reinstall slide hood pivot brackets into slots in frame Replace retainer springs gt Reconnect headlight wire connector and close hood J HEADLIGHT HOOD ach adc AA ADA DENENG OPANI RY PIRK O PTE PIT A TOR Tl ih Lg A SN ria TAP rte en a vma e an ee RORY Pereira ias he ame crer REMOVE RETAINER SPRINGS teneo TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE See Fig 33 The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjusiment should not be necessary Check adjustmentas described below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows e With engine not running move throttle control lever from SLOW to CHOKE position Slowly move lever from CHOKE to FAST position Check thatholes 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 GOVER
63. or In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code ther states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual For 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 WARRANTY SERVICE iS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other righis which may vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 731CR W SEARS TOWER CHICAGO ILLINOIS 60684 Perr Para ESIH KEA ART pa eye ere eet pr ae CTCL ME PANG Uh eae tig Woy ac SPA le RULES ammu PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS aseran anan acar rananenn nan nrana i CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES pipet ay TABLE OF CONTENTS ese TRACTOR ACCESSORIES csscscsussssseresetasenessees von A POCCSSOMNMGS putas aaa napakaken nawa sana ana Adiustments AKG anaa yaa colorants 20 DUPLOS aaa aaa aaa Ega 24 Mower Front Fo Back teia O Side To Side ta 19 Throttle Controli Cable 24 AH Fiter Engine jslavartinedaavases kavatse 17 A
64. r should be above the OIL LEVEL COLD line gt if of is needed remove cap on reservoir with a clockwise rotation and fill to OIL LEVEL COLD line with SAE 10W30 oil Replace cap securely do not overtighten Heassemble drawbar and tighten fasteners securely _ RESERVOIR OIL LEVEL HOT LINE QIL LEVEL COLD LINE COOLING FAN COCLIN FINS FASTENERS tm Ti 4 pa FASTENERS DRAWBAR AN FIG 14 V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and repiace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling Pc A NAN A NGANGSA O ARES AA TT TIKA NGA TATA a AAS IN BA econ RE a a IPA PAN WA termini rene te tee TAI LUBRICATION Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine anc after each eight 8 hours of continuous use Add SAE 30W motor oil or equivalent Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level SAE 5W 30 motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas where temperature is consistently 32 F or lower TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Fig 15 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All o
65. r filter Clean ihe foam pre cleaner element after every 25 hours of operation more often if used in very dusty dirty conditions Remove knob and cover e Remove cartridge nut and replace cartridge Reassembie and tighten securely NOTE Do not attempt to clean or oil the paper cartridge Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100 ies of operation more often if used in very dusty dirty conditions Wash foam pre cleaner in liquid detergent and water gt Wrap foam pre cleaner in cloth and squeeze dry Lightly coat foam pre cleaner with clean engine oll Squeeze in towel to remove excess oll Do not satu rate Install foam pre cleaner over paper cartridge Reassemble cover and secure with knobs CARTRIDGE NUT ae A PAPER FOAM CARTRIDGE PRE CLEANER ER au AIR CLEANER BASE riG 16 AIR SCREEN See Fig 15 The engine air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers ENGINE COOLING FINS See Fig 17 Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating e Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent eniry of dirt Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing off engine Remove the screws securing the starter housing and lift housing off engine gt Use compressed air or sti
66. r loss of control i nen changing direct n 15 PS don W a N n ally to prevent t Eee SRS Los RES rt ay T S 7 te ASS t E gi A re a Operate your Tractor u a sa CR E q KA E Ain ee SR ae s ia ey ees a D HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS TAASTATI 133216 9 28 91 ghee p Es AE DEISE a ROS lua rita DETONA auto O STEPS GW da STEEL Te ET EIEEE TNE E OO GS WANGEN SEAN EAD ONSEN AMER oe DEPP GET E Ea 5 1 eer A A EPAI pa EA Pl Pa MA A PP MAPA P I KS GRA u Ya PD A NE CTIA anani a ada oe KANA aka ANA OAT A Each tractor has its own model number Each engine has its own model number The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Roebuck and Co Service Centers and most Retail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW ING INFORMATION e PRODUCT LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 255590 e ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 286707 TYPE NUMBER 0437 01 PART NUMBER gt PART DESCRIPTION Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians profes sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you we service wh
67. rili Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty minutes After standing check the level of acid if below the vent wells add more acid until the correct level is reached While battery is standing after adding acid and later while battery is being charged continue with assembly of unit IMPORTANT TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY iT 1S NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE CHARGED BEFORE USE FAILURE TO CHARGE oe CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour Use a t voli battery charger Observe all safety precautions required for battery charging Check the acid level after the battery is charged If the acid has fallen below the correct level add distilled or iron free water install the vent caps to cover the vent wells Wash the top of the battery with water to remove any acid then wipe dry Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no damage has occurred in handling Dispose of excess battery acid Neutralize acid for disposal by adding it to four inches of water in a five galon plastic container Stir with a wooden or plastic paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of more soda causes no more foaming Follow Instructions on how to install battery MAE AA WENI EA erat aa ir TF JT SHRP GUT AWAY VIEW _ VENT CAP VENT WELL GUE BATTERY A FT GELL ACID LEVEL I do NETET PSO S PP ORA IA E PONS ONN E b
68. rom under tractor IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR THE R H AND L H SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVED FROM TRACTOR TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 19 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position install mower in reverse order of removal instructions 16 KAYANG TK TANG SEKATEN TAAT RETAINER CLUTCH io N ROD lt Qe SPRING RETAINER SPRINGS ENGINE PULLEY Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 H tires are over or under inflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs 20 and 21 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground level at front corners of mower Distance A should be ihe same lfdistance A needs to be changed snap out access hole cover on left side of tractor above footrest gt To raise left side of mower loosen nut B and tighten nut C To lower left side of mower loosen nut C and tighten nu When distance A is equal securely tighten nuts B and Las Replace access hole cover LIFT LEVER a RAISED or POSITION dt Pc me r BOTTOM E BOTTOM OFCURL SS OF CURL SIDE
69. s and Relays 23 Schematic oo eeccsesescretseseeseccrrene OO Wiring Diagram 30 Engine AH EHE ga Seen a RR DR 17 Air Fiter Foam Pre Cleaner 17 AN SCOM uia danada 2 Cooling Fins Engine kaasuse n 17 Ol Change rea 16 OSG la aos at ease 12 16 OPT YOE aana nag pan a pa Wan tina 16 Preparato psi una NGE A 12 Repair Parts 46 50 AN mais aman lo OAD kettal 25 F Filter Air Filter sa Ro ir Air Filter Foam Pre Cleaner en F E LE INER E ese 17 Fuel E o APR OPEP DA RR 12 SOA pa ane DOR 25 PUSO SABETAN A EN OUS 23 Hood Removail Installation mmm 23 L Leveling Mower Deck see 19 Lubrication lel essed teat ken aata A M Maintenance Schedule acraea 14 Mower Adjustment Front to Back 79 Adjustment Side to Side 19 Blade Sharpening mea 15 Blade Replacement Gc 15 Cutting Height 11 instalation siiis tt 18 Operai onea N 12 Removal o csssccecnscecoseonsees CANER 18 OWING OS issi aaa aga ea wta Muffier T P sana aaa Era F Spark Arrester RAEI a MRE 3 38 O Oil Cold Weather Conditions 12 16 ENO quina NA NA ENAK 16 I AG aaa na aa a ag atu EAR OO Transaxle akasara ank ads fodido nd 16 OPEN suas capas TA Operating MOwer sccessesencen 12 Options ACCOESSOIIES ooo ne veveveenun nne senvaa nan D Spark Arrester oo eres 3 38 P Parking Brake assureurs 40 11 Pans Bad nno a R 6 Parts Replacement Repair
70. to NEUTRAL position IMPORTANT THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED 11 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safely glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safeiy glasses available at Sears Retail or RENDENDO TOR TET ta rd as AS ENGINE e Move throttle control to SLOW position Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving vehicle to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine NOTE Under certain conditions when unit is standing idle with the engine running not engine exnaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping unit on grass areas F eae ara TAS ME CAUTION Alwaysstopunitcompletely as described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass caicher etc TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 7 Always operate engine al full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate and the engine cooling air flow e Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower per formance TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 6 The direction and speed of
71. urn Brake T a Zinc Fan Hydro 7 Screw Washer 9 32 X 1 1 4 X 16ga Washer Ba Ground DS I eee Pack Asm Friction Pin Roll 188 X 866 Rod Control Ball J Solid 2 186 Hex Flange 1 4 28 Uni Bolt Nut Washer Nut Bolt U 3 8 16 X 2 83 Nut Knob Rd 1 2 13 Piste Thds Blk Lever Asm Pm Control Bushing T a W 120 Step Pm Washer Shim 53 X 1 25 X 0598 E Ring opring Extension 3 250 Bik Hex Flange 1 4 28 Unt mod Brake 21 670 Blk Zinc Hydr Locknut Nui Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc Washer retainer Spring Retainer Rod Brake Parking Lt Cap Parking Brake Red Bracket Transaxle Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 X 1 Ty tt Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x3 4 Ty tt Aro Mounting Hydro T a Bolt Nut Keeper Span Center Lt Hyd Zine Nut Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 1 930 Bearing Nylon Bik 629 Id 39 KEY PART NO 108 NO STD551062 STD571810 123674X STD523727 44704 1090704 19131312 STD541437 127783 123789X 123205X 91D523715 51541437 210551037 105710X 572561210 105706X 11081254 12000039 105709X 31D561210 8883R 131002 74430720 STD551143 129921 510523710 19132012 310541437 12656575X 76084 110739X 73680400 126654 o 10551237 73610000 26600X 126597X 126598X 510551025 2108551125 370512505 1211994 121749X STD581075 123583X 121748X 131402 910523710 19132012 STD541437 e ZE IREN T Ba DE Sund ih Rk apy sure teto SE RD Mi ks 917 255590 DESCRIPTION Washer Roll Pin
72. utstanding traction WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow removal or dozing heavy materials in pairs 30 Ibs each TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular stee frame ABS plastic top clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility Hinged metal doors with catch Keeps operator warm and dry Remove vinyl and windshields for use as sun protector in summer Catalog only Optional accessories for tractor cab tinted tempered solid safety ste windshield with hand operated wiper 12 volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top Catalog only TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather Made of Evolution 3 fabric water repellent extremely breathable light weight soft non abrasive pliable in all temperatures durable stain tear puncture resistant will not shrink or stretch Catalog only Parts packed separately in carton we 2 Sheet Metal gt i Ba Screws 1046x1 2 A OM Steering Wheel ttery acid Battery Steering Boot i l 4 t 2 i i 4 i Ep t Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Steering Bushing rf 2 Hex Bolts 1 4 20 x 3 4 Ts 2 Hex Nuts 1 4 20 m i J Da cz Battery Caps 2 Ga 15 slope Sheet and Instructions A socket wrench set will maki oi easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 5 16 wrench 2 7 16 wrenches 1 1 2 wrench Utility knife 1
73. ver Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as blades spark plugs air cleaners and belts Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects such as nalis thorns stumps or glass Repairs necessary because of operator abuse negligence improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HORSEPOWER leis 5 QUARTS GASOLINE CAPACITY UNLEADED REGULAR OIL 8 0 PINTS SAE 30 or 10W 30 WINTER SAE SW 30 SPARK PLUG GAP 030 IN CHAMPION RJ 19LM STD361458 VALVE CLEARANCE INTAKE 005 007 IN EXHAUST 009 077 IN FORWARD 0 5 5 MPH GROUND SPEED no REVERSE 0 2 2MPH FRONT 14 PSI TIRE PRESSURE REAR 10 PSI 3 AMPS BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BLADE BOLT TORQUE 30 35 FT LBS WARNING This unit is equipped with an internal combus tion engine and should not be used on or near any unim proved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws ii any Ifa spark arrester is used it snould be maintained in effective working order by the operat
74. ward to lower mower to its lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley gt Disconnect R A suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring e Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idiler pulleys Full belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION Install new belt in reverse order of removal Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides MANDREL PULLEY RETAINER SPRING af mn MANDREL f PULLEY ZA FIG 24 TO ADJUST BRAKE See Fig 25 Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle lf unit requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted Depress clutch brake pedal and engage parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod e If distance is other than 1 1 2 disengage parking brake loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A e ngage parking brake and recheck distance Road test unit for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thorized service center 20 Boar or ss dN WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED NUT A JAM NUT GUI kl mm OPERATING ARM
75. wn the slope DO NOT e Deno turn on slopes unless necessary 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 a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in e ae not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding De not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Doe notuse grass catcher on steep slopes iH GHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Neverassume that children will remair where you last saw therm Keep children out of the mowing areaand under the watch fu 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 smali children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with the safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use exta care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects thal may obscure vision SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are fammabie 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 noi s

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