,H =1=1 i =, OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.255160 ® 12.0 HP OHV ELECTRmC START 38" MOWER DECK 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment o Assembay , Operation - Customer ResponsibiUitDes o Service and Adjustment Repair Parts ............... Sears, Roebuck H i ==,=1==1== , , i,,, ,,, and Co., Hoffman = == ==III=I==I=I=IH=IIH,= H = I=l= Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
SAFETY Safe Operation PracticesRULES for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATING HANDSAND FEE]" AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE TH E FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTIONS COULD R ESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. i. GENERAL . Road, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor° it has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance_ Should you experience any problem youcannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service CentedDepartmento We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit, SPECIFICATIONS HORSEPOWER: 12.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................ 3 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................ 4 INDEX ............................................................................ 4 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .........................................
ACCESSORIES i, ii i AN ii ,,,i, ATTACHMENTS ii .................... i iii1,11 These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outIets, catalog and service centers.
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............... i , i i ,_,u,,.i,,.,_,_,Li,, ,=.... ' ' I''""1 ...... M .......... I' "11........ _;;;,;_,;,;,,;_,,;,_ Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposeso To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely_ Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL PREPARE Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt, BATTERY CAUTION: (See Fig. 2) Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contactwith batteryacid, Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps. Always wear gloves, clothing and goggles to protect your hands, skin and eyes.
BLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding, , , p, , p ,I,.IIH ................ , .11.1,. , Lift seat to raised position° • Open battery box door. o Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals toward front of uniL • Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box.
i • i, i ..................................... i,, ii, ,.i,i, ,, i,,,ll .... , ,i,,,i,, ,i,,._,.,,,,,,, ................. ........................................ OPEFIATJON .... u ii.............. ii..... iiiUll IIi i IIMIIII iiuiiill i i I IIll IIll UIi I i ,r,, KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with yourtractorto familiarize yourself withtire iocationsof various controls and adjustments.
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety 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 safety glasses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog stores. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION Fig.
OPERATIC _,,i ',' ,,, ,........... TO OPERATE .................................................................. MOWER '.................. (See Fig. 8) 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 shut off the engine.
OPERATUO TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fue!, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine° o Depress the clutch/brake brake° pedal and set the parking • Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" o Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" o Move throttle control lever to "CHOKE" position for cold engine start. For warm engine start, move throttle control to "FAST" position.
CUSTO , i..... RESPO ,,,,,,............................... MAINTENANCE ,, SCHEDULE a Sha'penlReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart 6## _ _" _,_" E DATE S ..... 1 C 1.C.hec. k Battery Leve,/Recharge O _/,_t. ._'_4_'#'SERVIC Check B,_akeOperation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners ..... _'_ /_.,_ As COMPLETE T ,,, ,, ,,,,, _'___o_ FILL IN DATES , REGULAR SERVICE ,,,,,,,, ¢ .... ! v' ....... Clear! Battery and Ter.
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ENGINE BATTERY (See Fig. 12) Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use,, However', periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend it's life_ o Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even withbottomsofventwells,.
i ..... i i i i i,,,i,i,,,,,,,,,,,11,i.... CUSTOM ! ii i , i ........ i,i, PONSU i,i1,11 .................... iI , i, • Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent entry of dirt. o Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing off engine. • Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. o To reassemble, reverse above procedure.
SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS i=,l,,,,ll,,i .... CAUTION: = ....IN BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJusTMENTS; = Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o ° Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, o Turn ignition key"OFF" and remove key.
i,i i,, i , i ii iiiii ,,i,,11i,,ll,ll,llll,i ii1,1,,11 RVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE..
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) 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 guide decal on the mower housing. BELT REMOVAL o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. o Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower' to its lowest position. o Roll belt off engine pulley_ • Disconnect R_H,.
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ALIGNMENT (See Fig.
MI= ................. = == : .................I,=, 'l ,H= ii SERVICE i=................. =,======= ,i TO REPLACE ,,H, = H,,,= ,,=..... I ADJUSTMENTS , ===,=, H==r=i=l,,,=, ==,,==lli= ,,,11= TO REMOVE FUSE (See Fig. 27) Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly in front of thedash. ,Hi H, HOOD AND GRILL , 111 (See Fig. 28) . Raise hood. , Unsnap headlight wire connector_ • Stand in front of tractor.
m t , i , i, ,,11,, i ..... ' ' ', SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .... i, ,,1111,, i iiii,,=111 .... i,, i,, i1,,, ENGIINE ACCELERATION TO ADJUST THROTTLE (See Fig. 2g) • CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary_ Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: High speed stop is factory adjusted. damage may result.
......... i,,i,,,i ..................... illlll ! ,, ,,,,, m ,. ,,u i,i , __ ,i,, =l.... ill ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor'for storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit will not be used for30 days or more.. illl ill illl u,, FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.
i, u'ln'l' i i .... TROUBLESHOOTUNG CAUSE ii i,,,i,,,,,,,,i ,U,,l CORRECTION i, Will not start Hard to start 1. Outoftuel 2 3 4. 5. 6. 7 Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. properly 1. Fi{i fuel tank. 2.. 3. 4 5. 6. 7. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter.
CORRECTION ,,=Nil Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch 1. Checkwittng, switches and connections, ff not corrected, contact a Sears Service Center/Department. engaged Poor CUt_uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge =r,_ i= , =11 Worn. bent or loose blade Mower deck not level 1 2 Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt Level mower deck.
