® MODEL NUMBER 917.
SAFETY Safe Operation PracticesRULES for Ride-On Mowers A IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY I. • • • • . . • • • • • • • , I|.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It nas been designed, engineered and manufactured to gwe you the best possible deoendability 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 prooer 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 I"RACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5 ASSEMBLY ............................................................... 7-9 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 yo u provide the model number of your tractor. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL, FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. you.
CONTENTS Parts Bag contents OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately shown full size in carton (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Plate Mulcher Seat © Steering Wheel Video Cassette (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) kocknut Parts Bag 5/16-18 Manual i (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13x 1 Parts bag contents not shown full size / i (2) Shoulder Bolts (1) Washer \ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge f-q-_,.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, 917.
ASSEMBLY Use CHECK TIRE PRESSURE terminal access doors for: Inspection for secure connections ware), Inspectien for eorrosien_ o ® (to tighten hard- The tires on yourtractorwere overinfiated shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure _Joest.cutting performance- .............. • Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this ............. Testing battery. Jumping (if required). o CHECK Periodic charging.
ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR SHIELD (See Figs. 5 and 6) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washe=r,TocEw-a-s_erl ahd _efd nut _._ _h_wn. NOTE _.Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. • • • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. Place front of mul_:her plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
m .... OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare t-hei[lustr_a_t]6r_s-w_{h your tTactorto fa_n-iiiarize yourseJf w_t_ {he J66ati6ns of Various con_oJsan d adjustments.-_;ave this manual for future reference. IGNITION SWITCH ATTACHMENT LIGHT SWITCH POSITION CLUTCH LEVER •" -"" .,' "- LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - :-:.
OPERATION m m I I I ...... | iL _ k _A_s _ _ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which Jl can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while ............. operating you[ tractor o[ Rerform_p_ny_d_iustme_ts o.[repairs.__.W_J'ecommend a_ ...... wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all turns slowly. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. An_ attemj3t by the operator to leave the seat with t h-een-g]ne running an-elt_heattachment €lutch engaged will shut off the engine. TO TRANSPORT • Select desired qeight of cut. - • Lower mower with attachment Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.
OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move , , fu#/from the tank to :[he erlg[ne............................. ._ fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 10 ). el , . , • Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.
CUSTOMER RESP LITIES s MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE I Check Brake Operation v' v' Check Tire Pressure L Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Lubrication Check T 0 R Mower v' v'7 Blades v' _4 v' Chart i/ Battery Level/Recharge v' Clean Battery and Terminals I Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension v% i/'5 " I Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Change Erlgine Oil Level Engine v' i,,' i/ v' Oil Clean Air Filter
CUSTOMER R SIBILITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance, ............................................... Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventua_damage t_: mower and erigine. ........................ BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-be'ts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE OIL DRAIN PLUG AIR SCREEN COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. ENGINE ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK AND FILL TUBE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG.
CUSTOMER - RESPONSIBILITIES IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OiL CARTRIOGE. DO NOT USE-PRESSUR4ZED AIR TO CLEAN _OR DRY MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffierand spark arrester(if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. .......................................... CARTRIDGE.
m SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS m = Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, CAUTION: BEFORElever PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift in neutral (N) position. Piace 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 AND ADJUSTMENTS 3"0 LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO,SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT JS NECESSARY, BESURETOADJUSTBOTHFRONTLINKS Adjustthemowerwhiletractorisparkedonlevelgroundor driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See , PRODUCT SPEC[F!CATIONS" o_age.3_pfthis manual) ..... _I_UEALLy SO MOWER WtLL._._TA_Y_L_EV_E_L_S]D.E:_9 - if tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly acl]-ust S .
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS u m TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WiTH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor-en-levet surface_ Engage13arking brake_...... BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from mower. NUT "A" JAM NUT BELT INSTALLATION , Install new belt in reverse order of removal.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 27) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheeland reassemble per instructiensin-the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT ....._, ,_ _1_ WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT ENGINE BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the............(SeeFig• 29) ........................................... grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as back into the hole in the backside of the grill. described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is Close hood.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. 31 and 32) High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustGOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER f'nent should hot-be nec-esSary._H_eVeC-mlhor _djtJSF ....................................... ENGINE SPEED.
STORAGE ..... immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or ENGINE mole ................................................. 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Wi!Inot J. _.Out_of _ue].............................. _tart ............ 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Hard to start Engine Engine start will not turn over clicks but will not Loss 6fpower CORRECTION __:ill fueLtaak .... properly. 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, 1. 2, 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Dirty air filter. Bad spark plug. Weak or dead battery.
TRO ...... PROBLEM CAUSE Enginecontinuest __eru n when Operator leaves seat with attachment clutch _1. LESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION Faul__0Peratgr-sa/etyp[es_encec0ntrg!syste m. t: Cbeckw[ring_switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. engaged Poorcut-uneven 1, 2. Worn, bent orloose blade, Mower deck not level. 1. 2. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Level mower deck. 3. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS - MODEL NUMBER 917,256563 AND ENCLOSURES 18 \J 28 58 / I 26 47 ' 25 12 53 26 14 6 26 60 33 <10 14 34 26 32
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MO DEL NUM BER 917.256563 DRIVE KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 13. 14 15 19 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 4" 42 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 ASSEMBLY _-_"_--'-"'-_ 11 39 c" L 14 62 44 8 _ _ j17 27\ s..17 3 il 11 40 .
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 ASSEMBLY KEY NO, PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 SEAT ASSEMBLY I KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 5 6 7 10 12 13 14 t5 16 140123 140551 145006 STD541437 124181X 140552 121246X 121248X 72O50411 134300 121250X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Clip Push-In Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8 -16 UNC Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Pan Pnt Seat (blk) Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap B!k Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS ' TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 DECALS 6 1 10 7 7 17 11 \ 7 19 \, 14 13 \ 14 15 12 KEY NO. 1 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 PART NO. 140819 150683 15O684 133644 150927 145245 128314 150333 137537 4900J 146046 150678 WHEELS "18 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Decal Dash Instruction Ooeral Eng Decal Hood Rh Craftsman Decal Hood Lh Craftsman Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom Decal Panel Side B&S5 Pad.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 ENGINE KEY NO. 1 2 3 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 LIFT - 28 " 27 ........
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 LIFT KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 31 32 49 136973 145117 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 122512X 139865 139866 4939M 127248 733508OO 130171 73800800 139868 3146R 110807X 19131016 2876H 7602O308 126971X 73350600 138057 150233 14O302 73540600 14521.2 NOTE: DESCRIPTION Wire Assy., Inner, with Plunger Shaft Asm. Lift Pin Groove E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 DECK KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.256563 930-057 ................................. +++-+| 0:.-+_' ......... L, _+.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON r_ ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 615 24 - - MODEL NUMBER 868 _ 634A _) 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON -= MODEL ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 42A707, 917.
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.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTORBRIGGS & STRATTON • . . = MODEL NUMBER ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBER = 917.256563 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 3 _ _.. ., 1624-01 22 °±_ oo, ! 1019 LABEL KITI "_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 5 5A 7 7A 8 8A 497074 399265 391086 493457 493458 271867 271868 495754 222892 9 10 10A 11 12 27803 94382 94830 .
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "T SIGHTING ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HiLL ---.. ot -ou °. _'H__s'_v _o_n. 01 ol SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. 1 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.
SEARS CRAFTXMAN® OWNER'S MANUAL 19.0 HP TWIN CYLINDER ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.256563 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.
