® MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 OWNER'SMANUAL oAssembly oOperation oCustomer Responsibilities oService and Adjustments oRepair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
SAFETY Practices RULES for Ride-On Safe Operation Mowers A IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.
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 you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department. We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5 ASSEMBLY ............................................................. 7-10 OPERATION ..........................................................
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was 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 ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that tit your tractor, you, This list was current at the time of publication; however, may be made in these at
CONTENTS Parts Bag contents OF PACK shown full size Parts packed separately in carton Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 m ÷ (1) Knob Battery acid Steering Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Owner's Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Washers 3/8 Gauge (2) Shoulder' Bolts _=_(2) Wheels (2) Centerlock Nuts _ Front Link Assemblies (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve (2) Keys (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factorywith the 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 STEERING WHEEL INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
ASSEMBLY • Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty minutes.. After standing, check the battery cell acid level If below the vent wells, add more acid until the correct level is reached_ While battery INSTALL (after adding acid) and later, while battery is being charged, continue with assembly of tractor. IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY, IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE CHARGED BEFORE USE FAILURE TO CHARGE BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY LIFE.
BLY INSTALL (See MOWER Figs. AND DRIVE BELT 4 and 7) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage parking brake, ° Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring. • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise slack from mower suspension.
LY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 5 and 6) LOCK WASHER CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. RE .UT Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. o Lift hood to raised position. ° Be sure battery drain tube has not come loose and is securely attached to drain in battery tray. • Lower battery into battery tray with terminals to front of tractor.
OPEF AT ON KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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, this manual for future reference_ AMMETER THROTTLE CONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL Save LIFT LEVER --- LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB RANGE SHIFTLEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG.
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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.
OPERATUON TO ADJUST • • GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. TO OPERATE 9) Adjust mower to desired cutting height. Lower mower with lift control Remove rear retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel o l Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pins.
OPERATION ADD GASOLINE MOWING T PS o o Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline, (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life), IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a guide. The blade cuts approximately an inch outside the runner (See Fig. 10)..
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLiTiES REOUL RBERV,CE AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners a Sharpen/ReplaceMower Blades C Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling 0 a DATES Operation T T YSERVICE Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter E N Clean Air Screen G I Inspect MuffledSpark Arrester Replace Oil Filter (if equipped)
CUSTOM LITnE$ TRACTOR o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower, Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. = To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer.. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer). o Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or' pin parallel with the ground.
CUSTOMER BATTERY RESPONSUB LUTUES (See Fig. 16) NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.
CUSTOMER CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See RESPONSIBILITIES Fig. 19) 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. 19) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating_ Engine blower housing must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL.
;ERVUCE AND ADJUSTMEHT$ CAUTION: o o • ° ° o BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parldng brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) 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. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVELSIDE-TO-SIDE_ IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-SACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO.SIDE To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position_ Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
SERVICE ANO ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT CLUTCH PLATE (See Fig. 27) Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake,, ° Remove mowerdrive belt (See'q-O REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual). ° Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual), . Remove four screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing, o Carefully roll belt off RH mandrel pulley.
SERVICE TO REPLACE (See Fig. 30) MOTION ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST DRIVE BELT STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake.
SERVICE AN TO REMOVE WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig, 33) • Block up axle securely_ • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. o Repair tire and reassemble_ • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. o "POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE" (-) Replace axle cover. RETAINING B°LT AXLE COVER l \ WAS.ERS I FIG. 33 FIG.
SERVICE TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT ADJUSTMENTS LIFT SPRING SPRING BUSHING (See Fig. 35) o While hotding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut. o Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort for' heavier attachments.
SERVmCE AND AOJUSTMENTS ACCELERATION ENGnNE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL o CABLE (See Fig. 37 & 38) 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: . (See Fig.
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. 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. ALSO, EXPERIENCE 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Out of fuel EngIne not "CHOKED" pmperly Engtne fioodsd_ Bad spark plug Dirty air tilter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel 1 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 Hard to start 1 2.
TROUBLESHOOTn PROBLEM POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seal with attachment clutch engaged 1 Faulty operator-safety presencecontrol system 1 Check wiring, switches and connections.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,25(}262 DECALS 18 6 7 15 15 7 4 13 10 8 13 \ 9 2 11 12 14 KEY PART NO, NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 138955 142254 138042 138043 142243 133644 138048 t46206 128314 137537 4900J 146047 WHEELS KEY PART NO, NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 AND ENCLOSURES 10 9 18 38 15 ! 59 9 13 11 92 53 68 31 47120 37 8 48 5 17 / 41 68 47 17 52 69 28 16 17 21 42 i 77 56 > 47 1.
REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO, PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND KEY NO. - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 DRIVE PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 ENGINE KEY NO. 1 2 PART NO.
REPAgR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 5 21 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 PART NO, 127439 140551 140675 127018X 145006 73680600 124181X 17490508 19131614 140552 121246X 121248X KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Fender Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X °62 Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric Spring, Seat Cprsn Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 X 1/2 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,250262 LIFT ASSEMBLY 4O 42 35 43 17 34 33 7 8 9 31 10 \ j 39 1 42 3 4 23 2 i 23 6 12 13 16 12 23 22 12 14_ 41" KEY NO. PART NO. 1 121006X 2 137295 3 121002X 4 12000022 5 19292016 6 74780624 7 125631X 8 122365X 9 122364)( 10 2876H 11 142369 12 3146R 13 139867 14 140302 15 73680600 '16 674A247 17 73350800 18 143363 19 19131316 20 5328J 21 74760616 22 127218 23 4939M 15 13 20 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Rod Asm. Lever Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt Lever Asm.
RE:PAiR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPABR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 136457 7368O5OO 7211O5O6 7631J 138457 4939M 130832 850857 10030600 140296 137380 129895 137553 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 137152 110485X 140329 106735X 19111016 105304X 123713X 137607 110452X 110509X 136320 19111216 19131316 132823 138776 137266 129861 129963 72140610 72110616 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Deck Asm.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917o250262 TRANSAXLE 6 I 2 5 20 7 82 15 14 73 I 72 25 24 41 -'_45 46
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 TRANSAXLE KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER AIR INTAKE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 X-276-7 52 755 83 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 52 096 35 52 123 21 231032 52 082 04 45 083 01 45 083 02 237423 X-67-98 11 12 13 14 t5 52 201 06 277093 52 054 39 X-26-79 X-50-37 16 X-50-57 17 X-22-9 18 25 041 06 917.250262 57527 BAFFLES&SHROUD DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO, NO.
REPAaR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 X-82-2 52 468 12 82 755 18 4 5 6 7 8 5201606 52 03t 01 52 316 06 52 755 50 52 072 12 9 10 11 12 13 25 066 12 X-269-43 52 078 05 52 030 10 52 030 11 52 030 12 25 086 10 14 25 086 13 15 16 17 52 141 02 52 139 08 25 086 11 18 19 52 032 10 82 755 19 20 _ T . 57527 CARBURETOR CRANKCASE KEY PART NO. NO. 917.250262 KEY PART NO. NO.
RE!PAiR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE CRANKSHAFT - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER MV20S, DIPSTICK I TYPE 917.
REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER 917.250262 NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER ELECTRIC STARTER CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 5201427 52 468 03 52 468 04 52 468 05 DESCRIPTION Crankshaft Washer, Thrust Washer, Thrust Washer, Thrust 1 52 038 14 2 3 4 5 6 7 X-25-44 52 032 14 41 153 01 52 12611 52 123 20 47139 01 52 098 13 .119/_122 (A.R.) .128/_131 .137/. 140 (A.R.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.
REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER FLYWHEEL KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.250262 MV20S, TYPE NUMBER OIL PAN OIL FILTER 57527 I I --3 ] J 2 PISTON AND ROD O!,,L SmTCH I ! 1 2 OIL PUMp I 4 1 _.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. 1 X-67-64 2 3 4 5 6 52 050 03 52 199 08 X-75-10 25 054 07 X-75-38 7 52 086 12 8 52 032 10 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 Screw, Hex Washer Head #10-32 x 7/16 (2) Filter, Oil Pickup Oil Pan (Includes Key #4 thru 6) Plug, Square Head 3/8 N+P_T.F+(2) Elbow, Street Plug, Hex, Countersunk 1/4 N.P.T.F. Screw, Hex Washer Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (9) Seal, Oil, Rear KEY PART NO. NO.
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® S_EA/RS OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.250262 20.0 HP TWIN CYLINDER ELECTRIC START 50" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE GARDEN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number. its own model number. Each engine has 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 engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Retail Stores.
