SH S [RaFTZ MODEL NUMBER 91 • • • • • ® OWNER'S MANUAL Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow FOR CONSUMER all safety ASSISTANCE rules and instructions before operating HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: this 1-800-659-5917 equipment.
SAFETY Practices RULES for Ride-On Safe Operation Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATI _IG HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. L GENERAL OPERATION Ill. CHILDREN Read. understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting+ presence of children.
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 Department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this t_'actor. Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION .......................................................... 11-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 19-25 STORAGE ................................................................... 26 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 27-28 REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ................................ 30-47 REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-53 PARTS ORDERtNGISERVIGE .....
ACC AN ATTACHMENTS ,,.i,,1_ i,, i,,i,i,U!l u,i ,u ii n, ilUll ii,i 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. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER I AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS 2 PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. you.
CONTENTS Parts Bag contents -/ f PACK shown full size f--_ /- OF HARDWARE (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 "---., o / E_ I Seat Video Cassette / /t/ (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher '1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Mulcher Plate 8 Parts Bag 1/2-13 x 1 \ / \ 17/32 x _ 1-3/16,x t 2 Gauge LO / (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge __Wa_he' _ (2) Shoulder Bolts (1) Lock Washer f_._ | _ _ _ Q_ - H Steering Boot -Manual (1) Hex Bolt .
BLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exce 3tion of those 3arts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and 3roper 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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly eas_er. Standard wrench stzes are listed.
ASSE Use terminal access doors for: = • BLY CHECK Inspection for secure connections ware). (to tighten qard- Inspection for corrosion, The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping= purposes. Correct tire pressure _s important for best cutting performance. Testing battery. - • Jumping (if required), • Periodic charging.
iNSTALL MULCHER (See Figs. 5 & 6) . PLATE DEFLECTOR SHIELD J .... Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw_ washer, lock washer, and wetd nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assembJe 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 mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. = Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
OP ATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE Learn and understand their meaning, FORWARD FAST SLOW CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PARKING BRAKE LOCKED "x___.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR C_mpare thei__ustrati_nswithy_urtract_rt_fami_iarizey_urse_fwiththe__cati_ns_fvari_usc_ntr__sandadjustments_ this manual for future reference. CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH AMMETER CONTROL\ \ \ \ Save \ THROTTLE CONTROk_ \ CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KN OB FREEWHEEL CONTROL \ MOTION CONTROL LEVER APPROX. SPEED 3 MPH 2MPH 1MPH FIG.
OP RATION 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. i i i HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO USE THROTTLE TO SET PARKING Always operate engine at full throttle.
OPERATION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION BEFORE STARTING "ENGAGED" POSITION CHECK ATTACHMENT OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15) - HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. o Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. = Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, remsert the dipstick and screw cad tight, wait for a few seconds, remove anc read oil level.
OPERATION NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR _'in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. - !f grass is extremely tall. it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.
CUSTOM MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE T SERVICE Check Brake Operation _ if Check Tire Pressure !_ if Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Lubrication Check 0 R Mower _' Blades ...... , $##'7 = , t[I/4 Chart Battery Level/Recharge Transaxle if6 Cooling 11/_ ' I I!/! Replace J I _ v' i_1.
_-, ii i CUSTO RESPONSIBILITIES 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 eventual damage to mower and engine. 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).
r,lnIJJ "r r .... I I, CUSTOMER I After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. Check V-belts 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. ° COOLING The fan and cooling fins of transmission clean to assure proper cooling. , I BILITIES V-BELTS TRANSAXLE I,, Refill engine with oil through oil fit! dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
t,t011 LJ CUSTOMER .... RESPONSIBILITIES IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAK THE CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE, DO NOT USE uRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE, ENGINE ,.,,.., Unscrew old filter by turning counterclockwise. suitable container to catch oil ° AppJy a thin coating of new engine oil to rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.
-- u SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress cfutchlbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Q Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, o Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. e Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped, o Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
RVICE AN TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVE_ 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. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly nflated (See "PRODUCT SPECl FICATION S" on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
.................................... SERVICE AN TO REPLACE (See Fig. 25) MOWER BLADE DRIVE i-u i ADJUSTMENTS BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. 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). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys ana idler pulleys. , Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATfON - ARM - Install new belt in reverse order of removal.
CE AND ADJUSTMENTS i TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER i TO ADJUST (See Fig. 28) i STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 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.
SERVICE TO START ENGINE See Fig. 30) . _ WITH A WEAK _ AND ADJUSTMENTS BATTERY - TO REPLACE - Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. Close hood. ° INTERLOCKS If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged, If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: • TO REMOVE = Raise hood.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS "--7 ENGINE CLAMP SCREW TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE / (See Fig. 32) f QUARTER 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 _s necessary, proceed as follows: - With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast (,_) position. ° Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle.
SERVICE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED, OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS, IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HiGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.
STORAGE = ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor foi" storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT S 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.
TROU =- = . PROBLEM Will not start Hard tostart Engine will not turn over Engine start ESHOOTI - clicks but will not Loss of power POINTS ---- CAUSE __ CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 2 3 4 5. 6. 7 Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Sad spark pIug. DJrty air filter. Dirty fue! fiffer Water in fuel. 1 Fill fuel tank. properly, 2 3 4 5. 6. 7. 8 9 10. _oose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine vatves out of adjustment. 8. 9.
m ==,= ' m ...... TROUBLESHOOTING ...... PROBLEM = CAUSE POINTS , CORRECTION = Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged ]. Poor grass discharge Faulty operator-safety presence controf system. 1. __ Check wiring, switches and connections, ff not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate m 2. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mowerdeck nozlevel. 1. 2. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 SCHEMATIC RED BLACK BATTERY RED CF_ l RED FUSE 30 AMP. AMMETER t_ STARTER BLACK O',O WHITE ...... J SOLENOID J dUTCH/ BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH .... (NOT OCCUPIED) ____ SEAT J w""E:o- SWITCH ;r-o, _LACK BLACK CONNECTOR A ,ON,T,ONsPARK --' BLACK UNIT PLUGS CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM \ 28 VOLTS AC MIN.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 ELECTRICAL KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS - -MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-CHASSIS MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER ASSEMBLY _63 / 42 _37 62 46 ,£ _17 8 27\ ! \ ,___.---,--- 19 -\. 23 / 21 - - -_ 29 _. --,.. 5 ' 36 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256571 ASSEMBLY KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 36 37 38 39 41 42 43 44 46 47 5t 54 62 63 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 SEAT ASSEMBLY / 1 21 \ J \ 116 @ KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 DECALS 24 10 9 \ 24 11 \ 22 / 19 14 \\ 13 \, 14 15 18 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 PART NO. 140819 149917 150683 15O684 142336 133644 150927 145245 128314 150333 137537 4900J 146046 WHEELS DESCRIPTION KEY NO. Decal Dash Instruction Qperat Eng Decal Fend Auto Trans Srs. Wht. Decal Hood Rh Craftsman Decal Hood Lh Craftsman Decal, Sdl. Cold Start Hydro Eng. Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom Decal Panel Side B&S5 Pad.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 ENGINE KEY NO, 1 2 3 PART NO, 151273 17720410 150465 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 I6 17 23 25 26 27 29 31 32 33 34 35 37 38 149723 144069 144068 138129 150176 145552 STD551125 STD522507 272250 13280336 13200300 STD55t237 17490624 150554 145996 73920600 17541008 137180 151346 151296 123487X 106082X 17490512 8543R 39 40 41 81 109227X 3645J 139277 128861 DESCRIPTION Control Throt Paddle 32 22 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine B&s 19hl3, Model No.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 LiFT KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 t9 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 49 136973 145117 105767X 12O0O002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 122512X 139865 139866 STD624008 127218 73350800 130171 73800800 139868 STD624008 110807X 19131016 2876H 76020308 126971X 73350600 138057 150233 140302 73540600 145212 NOTE: DESCRIPTION Wire Assy., Inner, with Plunger Shaft Asm.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 MOWERDECK KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE = - MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 917o256571 310-0650 28 59 J 26 23 3O 69, 17 91 4 / 5 3 / 24 1 35 113 _ 46
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 17 18 19 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Housing, Lower Assembly, Upper Housing Seal, Lip Ring, Wire Retaining Ring, Retaining Bearing, Shaft Ball Bearing, Cradle Bearing, Thrust 30 x52 x 13 Swashplate.
REPAIR PARTS BRIGGS TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER 42A707, 868 _ _ 40 & STRATTON - MODEL 917.256571 TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 35 819 552A 615 552 34 219A_ 230_,_ 534 642 219 165 643 15 535 523 842 161 60! 525 l 524 O 284A _ _X.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -- MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 42A707, 917.
REPAIR PARTS BRIGGS & STRATTON TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER - MODEL 42A707, 917.256571 TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 22 881 8A 9 244 572 5A 10A 13 10 J 1058 OWNE_ [_!019 LABEL KIT ! "€_REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR iNSTRUCTION MANUAL.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "t" SIGHTING IIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE.
[RRFTXMAN ® OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.256571 19.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number. its own model number. Each engine has The model number for your tractor wil model plate located under the seat. be found on the The model number for your engine will be found on the bfower housing of the engine. IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-4-REPAIR (t-800.
