® MODEL NUMBER 917.
SAFETY Practices RULES for Ride-On Safe Operation Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECT& FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow alt instructions in the manuat and on the machine before starting.. Onty allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor,, It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance, PRODUCT Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service CentedDepartmento We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this uniL Please read and retain this manual The instructions wilt enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly,, Always
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................ 4 INDEX ..................................................... ;...................... 4 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........................................
ACCESSO - .......... .................. ....... ATTACHMENTS BESA ,i,,, i ,,11 .... 1_ .............. These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor was purchased catalog and service centers They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor ENGINE _ARKPLUG MAINTENANCE MUFFLER ........ AIR FILTER r GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER BLADES BELTS , ,,,,, ..... ........ Ft.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ............ i .... i.... Parts Bag contents = .............. ,,,, ....... _......... II'_lL'L'l' '1 shown full size ..r, ........... © Parts packed separately in carton ,.... (2) Sheet Metal Seat Battery acid Screws #10-16 x 1/2 Mulcher Plate Steering Wheel (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x ! @ (1) Lock Washer (!) Steering Boot Owner's Manual ......... iHll Parts Bag i,, i, i......................................
ASSEM LY 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 their proper tightness.
LY :=: _: : i ..... i .. i. . ill.. HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE BATTERY ............ii iill...lll,, i INSTALL ,.I.IHlll .m. SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contact with battery acid, Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps.
ASSEMBLY 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.
ASSEMBLY INSTALL 7B) IVlULCHER PLATE (See Figs.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING Comparethe illustrationswithyour tractorto familiarize yourself with the locations of variouscontrolsand this manual for future reference° ATTACHMENT CLUTCH YOUR TRACTOR adjustmentso Save LEVER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE!CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER ADJUSTMENT PARKING IGNITION SWITCH BRAKE FIG.
The operation of any tractor can result in fo reign 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.. TO MOVE FORWARD HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 9) TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.
OPERATUON TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) 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 mower clutch engaged wilt shut off the engine. ° To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.. o Make all turns slowly.. o Select desired height of cuL TO TRANSPORT ° Lower mower with attachment lift control. o Raise attachment lift control to highest position.
OPERATI ON 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 the clutch/brake brake. pedal and set the parking ° Place gearshift lever' in "NEUTRAL" position. , 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.
CUSTOMER ..... Check Brake Operaiion ESPO LUTIlES ................................................................... 6#4 Check Tire Pressure 6#4 T Check for Loose Fasteners _ F{ /4 C T ShaipeniReplace Mowei Blades 0 R Clean Battery and Terminals ..... 6#4 J i - i ..... i i ...... i .........._#'4 ........................ Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge i 6_ 6#4 1 I I_ v" Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt{s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension .....
CUSTOMER ESPONS BJLITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN Always observe safety riJleswhen performing any maintenance,. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade wilt cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine BRAKE OPERATION If 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 Adjustments section of this manual)., TIRES .
CUSTOMER RESPO BATT'_RY (See Fig. 15) ENGmNE 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,, • ]LDTnES LUBRICATION Onty use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. !6) AIR FILTER Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All ol must meet API service classification SG (See Fig.16) Your engine will not run propedy using a dirty air filer. Clean the foam pre-cteaner element after every25 hours of operation or every season., Service paper cartridge every 100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first. • Be sure vehicle is on level surface.. o = Oil will drain more freely when warm.
CUSTO ENGUNE OIL FILTER ILmES MUFFLER (See Fig. 17) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.
SERVUCE AN =;_.......................... ADJUSTMENTS .................. ,,,, ,,. ....... : CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutci_Jbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. O Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. o Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 0 Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
SERVtCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs_ 22 and 23) _ 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 StDE-TOSIDEo Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway° Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECiFiCATIONS" on page 3). If tires are over or under inflated, you wiif not properly adjust your mower.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig.
SERVDCE A D ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.. FRONT WHEEL TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 28) WITH A WEAK BATTERY TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor,.
SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ' TO REPLACE ,,i, HEADLIGHT ui _ , ii i,ll . ,................. ° Raise hood° ° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grJ{io o Replace bulb in holder' and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. Close hood. INTERLOCKS i TO REMOVE BULB o . ii ............... HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGRNE ACCELERATION o TO ADJUST THROTTLE (See Fig. 30) CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wild not be used for 30 days or ENGINE mO re. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING tN 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.
TROU PROBLEM Will not start LESHOOTING CORRECTION CAUSE 1 Out of fuel 2, 3. 4,, 5, 6. 7 Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel 8, 9.. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. t0 POUNTS properly Engine valves out of adjustment. t. 2, 3. 4, 5.
TIROUBLESHOOT PROBLEM CAUSE G POINTS CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged t Faulty operator-safety Poor cut - uneven 1., 2, Worn, bent or loose blade Mower deck not level 3. 4, Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel. 5.
14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 SCHEMATIC o111o !11 l BATTERY RED FUSE 30 AMP, I STARTER WHIT BLACK CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) t -22_ SEAT SWITCH ' - (NOT OCCUPIED) ----4---- ' ! BLACK ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING CONNECTOR '1 BLACK ,GNmON_ UNIT SPARK @ PLUG BLUE 28 VOLTS AC MIN.
REPAURPARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPARR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO.
REPAmRPARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR CHASSIS A B - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIlR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR CHASSIS -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO.
REPAUR PARTS DRIVE 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254850 58 21 87 18 17 50 18 62 35 36 34 53 22 _4 26
REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAMRPARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR STEERING -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 ASSEMBLY 46 36 2 7 3 33 / 16 32 43 12 / . 25 26 / 10 .
IREPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 SEAT ASSEMBLY \ 14 10 12 KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 DECALS 9 13 18 6 3 7 19 5 11 7 \ 4 8 12 13 14 17 KEY NO. 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 PART NO. 136794 138137 128382 132674 133644 133204 133178 128314 137537 4900J KEY NO.
REIPAHRPARTS 14 HP 42" "TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUM_R 917.254850 ENGINE 27 3 B D 13 25 15 38 34 29 ! Spark Arrester .... ..i.... i i ..................
REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 ENGINE KEY NOo 1 2 3 1t 12 13 14 15 16 I7 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 3O 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 PART NO.
REPABFI PARTS 14 PiP 42" TRACTOR 42" MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPASR PARTS !4 HP 42" TRACTOR 42" MowER KEY NO. 1 2 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUr_BER 917.
REPAHR PARTS '14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 LiFT KEY NO. PART NO. ! 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 136973 122507X 105767X STD581062 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 122512X 134619 135388 STD624008 '135563 127218 7335080O 13017'1 STD541450 3146R 130832 19151216 12000037 110807X STD551037 2876H STD560907 126971X STD541237 138057 110810X DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger Shaft Asm, Lift Pin Groove E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga.
REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER -- MODEL NUME_ER 917.
REPA6R PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE i, :1 iillll - MODEL ,,, ,,,,,,,, AIR INTAKE ........... I NUMBER - - MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER 917.254850 PS1452 ....... BLOWER --1 HOUSING AND BAFFLES O 2 \ 9 ENGINE CONTROLS • _lu ii, ! 'L'............. 10 CRANK'S'HAFT I...... 8 6 .......j 11..
REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER -- MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER AIR INTAKE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 341 01 12 096 06 12 100 01 X-25-63 12 083 08 12 083 05 12 O72 03 12 086 0'1 12 041 02 12 094 01 917.254850 PS1452 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM - MODEL NUMBER -- MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER 917.254850 PS1452 j 17_ 16 _-_8 9 21--_ ] 20 11 4 / 7 / _ 23 _ 24 _2S 2 / 30 29 27 CYLINDER HEAD, VAvLE AND BREATHER I 17 20 ! L _'1 ,u_ ) /!4 _^ r" "_. _ \_ 14 15 _._..,_ -""10 "">_Y'''---_"_ -'21 \ .
REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER - - MODEL CV14S, TYPE NUMBER FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAaR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR KOHLER GNtTION ENGINE - MODEL 1 ELECTRICAL NUMBER - - MODEL CV14S NUMBER TYPE NUMBER 917.
REPABR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER - - MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER IGNITION / ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART NO. NO. KEY PART NO. NO.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. iilit _ ii] _ i!!__ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ................ greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
® OWNER'S MANUAL 14.0 HP 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., MODEL NO. 917.254850 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.
