M MBER 917.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACH INE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH° L GENERAL • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine_ Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor..
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................. 2 OPERATION ........................................................... 11_14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25 WARRANTY .................................................................... 3 STORAGE .........
ACC AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractorwas purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor° ENGINE SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE GAS CAN ENGINEOIL FUEL STABILIZER BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes+ 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_ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed.
LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR PREPARE ......................... BATTERY / i TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment boll (See Fig. 2) .................... CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contactwith battery acid. ° = Remove cardboard packing on seat pan° Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. • Assemble adjustment bolt, lockwasher and flatwasher loosely. Do not tighten. Tighten shoulder boltsecureiy.
LY ,,, INSTALL BATTERY , , ,, ,,, ,, ,,,, ,,,,,,, ,,, , , (See Figs. 4 and 5) i =ill= / ijl= 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. • Lift seat to raised position° Open battery box door. • Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box.
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READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with you r tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments_ Save this manual for future reference° IGNITION SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLLINGER LIGHT ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LEVER I\1 CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ! ! PARKING BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG, 8 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Stand
OPERATION i,,,.................. ,,, ..................................... , ......... . m ititu trill tit i=/ .......... t ttlqtttqttt L i tit tt Itllltltltll iiit ti 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 yourtractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
OPERATI TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig, '10) Your tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence 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° = Select desired heightof cut ° Lower mower with attachment lift control. ° = i_ ° Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement.
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) ° When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine° = Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. o Place gearshift lever'in neutral iN) position_ ° • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position, Move throttle control lever' to choke its,J) positionfor coldengine start. Forwarm engine start, move throttle control to fast (,_) position.
CUSTOMER '""""'''''" "' " '"'"" " '' '" ''"" RESPONSiBiLiTiES '"" ...................... MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AS YOU COMPLETE FILL IN DATES .REGULARSERV1CE .__.F'_ ....... _,_ _F__, _,._ _q,_ ,q,_ A "t-; ,-4. _" ,.4"; _ _, _ £,4¢ ¢_¢ _ ¢ _,,"; £_ _.
TRACTOR '_ BLADE Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte- MANDREL \ rlanceo .,...,._ ASSEMB LY BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted., (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual)., TRAILING FLAT WASHER_ TIRES .
ii,i CUSTOMER BATTERY SIBILITIES ENGINE (See Fig. 15) "Yourtractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use° However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger wil! extend its life,, • Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even with bottoms of vent wells. Add only distilled or iron free water if necessary. Do not overfiiL . Keep battery and terminals cleam . • Keep battery bolts tight.
ill,, CUSTOM AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) CLEAN AIR SCREEN Your' engine will not run properly using a dirty air fUter_ Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operatiort or every season, whichever'occu rs firsL Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
,.,.,,.., ,,,.,, ,,, ,, CU , ,,,,,,,,,,, , ............... ER RESPONSiBiLiTiES MUFFLER CLAMP_ Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK CLAMP PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every I00 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual,. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER FUEL _ FILTER .... (See Fig.
CAUTION: , = • o • BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) positiom Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER CLUTCH LEVER (See Fig.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Hil,,i TO LEVEL MOWER i i i illill HOUSING SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 2I and 22) • Raise mower to its highest position° • Atthe midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mowerto ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within I/4" of each other._ If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ....... ........... _............. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT t l it ii ............... m ll,lll ll/ iH Hi i WITHPARKINGBRAKE"ENGAGED" (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttool& Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake,, BELT REMOVAL• Remove mower' from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual)° o Work bett off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. o Pull best away from mower.
;ERViCE AND ADJUSTMENTS iiiiii TO ADJUST i i STEERING iiiii ii iiiiiii L iiiii i iiii i i l L II WHEEL ALIGNMENT i The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor° If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe4n or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/department. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose),.
S A USTIVl A ....................... TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ii ENGINE • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. TO ADJUST THROTTLE (See Fig. 31) • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill., Close hood_ The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary,, Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTNIENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32) ACCELERATION TEST - The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary_ However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or Ioado If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: • In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/ air mixture.
STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or' if the tractor will not be used for' 30 days or more. ..........
,LILILILILILIIII II TROU IIUIIUIIIJ LIIIIJ HOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1 2, 3,, 4, 5. 6. 7, Out of fuel, Engtne not =CHOKED" properly Engine flooded, 8adspark plug, Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel 1, Fill rue! tank 2, 3 4 5. 6. 7, 8, 9. 10,. Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment, Engine valves out of adjustment 8., 9, 10 See "TO START ENGINE" In Operation section, Watt several minutes before attempting to stsrt.
ill TROUBLESHOOT iiill/i,i i i ,,...,, i i ii CAUSE Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch 1, Faulty operator-safety presence control system_ 1. 2, 3.. 4,, 5, Worn, bent or loose blade.
12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 SCHEMATIC 111° BATTERY I ...... RED RED FUSE 30 AMP, STARTER WHITE I i I WH!_E BLACK D I SOLENOID i (PEDAL UP) i...... ;-i I I SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) [-'3 CLUTCH 1BRAKE f'_--L__ I _ I I t I I I,O BLACK _LACK I- I i I SWITCH O_ I ql ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) SLACK GROUNDING CONNECTOR SLACK q IGNITION UNIT _ CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM SPARK PLUG 28 VOLTS AC MtN.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.25544'1 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. 1 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR-CHASSIS MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. PART NO.
_PAm_ PA_TS DRIVE. 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12,5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,255441 DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY NO, PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 t27438X 140551 STD523710 19131610 140407 STD541437 124181X t7490616 19131614 140552 121246X 121248X 72050411 KEY' NO. DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer' 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-In °375 x.250 Nut Spring, Seat Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16× 1 Washer t3/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting Bushing, Snap Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 DECALS 18 9 13 6 3 7 7 4 I6 10 19 5 11 8 12 13 21 14 KEY NO. 't 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PART NO. 138955 127908 143735 143736 132674 133644 136332 133178 128314 137537 WHEELS DESCRIPTION Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Operating Instruction HP, Engine Hood,R.H. Hood,L.H. Grill, LT4000 Customer Maintenance Side Panel, IC Gold Mower, 3 In One Fender, Craftsman Caution, English KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,255441 ENGINE 1 27 H D 25 ,_ 36 F 3 14 15 6 32 / 38 37 _'_ 34 _÷'_ 29 23 OPTIONAL Spark ............................
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 ENGINE KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 MOWER LIFT KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 42" MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 4A 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 t2 13 140081 STD533107 138017 138440 132827 STD624008 130832 7380O500 85O857 STD551137 140296 134149 129895 137645 !4 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 40 4! 43 44 45 46 48 49 50 128774 110485X 140329 72110610 72!40505 73800500 !36888 STD541431 '134753 13'1267 105304X 123713X 110452X 130968 191110'16 13149.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 DANA TRANSAXLE KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01 65;7 663 757 ,¢v 523 383 422 *SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTALL. 48 358 GASKET SET .......! S.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATI'ON - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01 :310 Housing Length --_ 803 _4 801 NOTE: To Identify Brlggs and Stratton manufactured starter motors, measure the housing length. ...... KEY NUMBER Ill 309 Motorand 310 Thru Bolt 311 Brush 510 Drive 544 801 802 Armature Drive End Cap End CapAssy. MANUFACTURER Drive Assy.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR-BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 490450 399265 3 5 7 8 9 10 !1 12 391086 494240 271866 391406 278O3 94621 280100 271916 271997 271996 94622 94239 495162 94196 494238 291675 94624 492326 13 15 16 18 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 40 41 42 222698 394661 394662 394663 394664 391780 392331 391781 391782 39t783 260924 299691 391286 490348 490469 222299 92909 262246 262247 65906 26828 224502 221596 292260 93630 MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255441 BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO.
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£RRFTZMRN® OWNER'S NI AL MODEL NO. 917.255441 12.5 HP |C ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR 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 of the engir|e,, All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.
