[RuFTS MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 ® OWNER'S MANUAL = Assembly ®Operation ° Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments ° Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS_ FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH° t. • = • ° = • • • • • • • • • • Ii. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and foUowall instructionsin the manL_l and on the machine before starting.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. HORSEPOWER: Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service CentedDepartmenL We have competent, welltrained techniciansand 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, 15-19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................... +,_..4 ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 7*9 OPERATION ...........................................................
iilllllllll illll, illll ii i i L .................................. .... ACCESSORIES ........... i1,111,111i,iii i ii iiiii ATTACHMENTS I I iiiiii iiiiiiii i ....................... These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Pa_s Bag contents shown full size Seat Steering Wheel --I, (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer @ (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-I/4 Mulcher Plate Steering Boot Video Cassette (1) Locknut 5116-18 I | (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I 5/16-18 r (1) Shoulder Bolt iiiiiiiiii l IJll|l||illl|| ! I j Manual Parts bag contents Parts Bag not shown full size x2)7/8 x 14 Gauge Washers 318 (2) Shoulder Bolts (2) Gauge Wheels 17132 X 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x 5!8 2) Centerl
BLY 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 ASSEMBL_ STEERING A socket wrench set will make assembly easier° Standard wrench sizes are listed.
MBLY Open batter,/box door for: . Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hardware). = Inspection for corrosion_ = Testing battery° = Jumping (if required),. ° Pedodic charging. SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS NUT LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER LARGE FLAT WASHER t ADJUSTMENT BOLT LOCK WASHER FIG. 4 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HEX BOLT POSITIVE (RED) CABLE The tires on your tractor were overinfiated at the factory for shipping purposes.
......................................... ,,,, ,,, ,,,,, ASSEMBLY TO CONVERT DISCHARGING GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING TO BAGGING OR Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging alsoo DEFLECTOR SHIELD 3/8" WASHER BOLT FIG. 5 INSTALL MULCHER (See Figs.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor'or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning° BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED R N H REVERSE MOWER LIFT NEUTRAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED PARKING BRAKE IGNITION HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL (Hydro Models only) DAN
Ill IJII'llll'll" OPERATION lllll i,,i ii i mlmll KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith yourtractorto familiarize yourselfwiththe locationsof variouscontrolsand adjustments_Save this manua! for future referenced IGNITION SWITCH AMMETER LIGHT SWITCH POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCW BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB PARKING BRAKE GEAR SHIFT
OP ! 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. t NOTE: Under certain conditionswhen tractor is standing idle with the engine running,hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass.
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ATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) 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 fuel from the tank to the engine. , Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. ° Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position° ° Move throttle control to choke (N) position. Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.
CUSTOMER R TiES SO.EOO'E R Check Brake Operation if Q,-J Check Tire Pressure i/ V _ Check for Loose Fasteners if sharpeniReplace Mower Blades LUb;i;atto;Cha. C ........................................... Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 ik/7 6/,= .... = 6/ .... ........ = = 6/ a## ............ Vrs Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension VPs Check Engine Oil Level if if Change Engine O]1 V/' li_t Clean Air.Fi!ter NE G NI ... ..................
TRACTOR TO SHARPEN Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenanceo Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced,.
/i,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, , , RESPONSIBiLiTIES CUSTOMER V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) 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 wean Determine temperature range expected before oil change° All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG, • Be sure tractor is on level surface° TRANSAXLE ° • Oil willdrain more freely when warm.
CU CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig.
RESPONSIBiLiTIES ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every otheroil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. • Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug)_ The fuel filter should be replaced once each season.
CAUTION: = = • • ° ° BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift lever inpedal neutral (N)and position. Depress clutch/brake fully set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" positiom 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 (See Fig.
ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 22 and 23) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.. tF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE.
TO REPLACE (See Fig. 24) MOWER BLADE DRIVE WITH PARKINGBRAKE "ENGAGED" BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools. Park the tractor on level surface.. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL * o Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). NUT "A" Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys° , Pull belt away from mower.. BELT iNSTALLATION ° Install new belt in reverse order of removal. .
ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........... TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE NlllIJJ ......... TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 29) AND AD- JUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 and 28) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: ° Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).
......... jllllllll iii iiiii iii _1111iiiiii ............. ........................ :-- :: .... ,............................................. iCE AND ADJUSTMENTS iiiiiiiij ilUlllllllllliii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL iiiiiiiiii,r iiii iiiiiiii ,i ........... TO REPLACE :.............. :: FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse, The fuse holder is located behind the dash,, TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig.
,111 ,i,1,1,,,i,1,,i,i, i1,111111, ,i,i,ii ii i , i, i,,, ii, ,I,ILI SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENGINE TO ADJUST ACCELERATION THROTTLE CONTROL ° CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factoR/and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable, tf adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: = With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow (,e_) to choke (N) position_ Slowly move lever from choke (i\I) to fast (.
STORAGE .... i i,H 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: tT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.
.......................... ................ illl NTS TROUB PROBLEM , i i lllllll CAUSE CORRECTION 1., 2. 3. 4. 5. 64 7o Out of rue!, Engine not"CHOKED"properly, Engine flooded, Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter, Dirty fuel filter, Water in fuel 1, RI! fuel tank 2,, See "TO START ENGINE" In Operation section, 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start° 4. Replace spark plug,. 5. Clean/replace aErfitter, 6, Replace fuel filter, 7, Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh 8o 9.
iii r,,i,Hi illlll .................... ill TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE i Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch iii 1. i,,,,, POINTS CORRECTION I 1111111 iii1[11111111 iiiiii II IIIIIIIII II [11 I IIII III II1'1 Faulty operator-safety presence controt system.. : 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contaot an authorized service center/ department. engaged Poor cut - uneven 1o Worn, bent or loose blade.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 SCHEMATIC RED BLACK BATTERY -e 9 RED RED D FUSE 30 AMP.. AMMETER (OPTIONAL) STARTER BLACK wHrfE ! 1 t 1 I IF _ L 6L SOLENOID J CLUTCH1 BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE ,--,I- IGNITION SWITCH 1 - SEATSW,TCH (NOT OCCUPIED) I I .... , ....... , J I I "3 t .... 1 ..... F- b ATTT'( C-LMET_C_H_OL'Ui_ '_ " -'CONNECToRGROUNDING " -'---" -"b ", __ BLACKf._ METERHOUR . J_ ........... _' ,= (OPTIONAL) sLAcK _._ IGNITION t_L----.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR .-- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 DRIVE KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 13 14 15 18 19 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 47 48 49 50 51 52 PART NO. ....
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 SEAT ASSEMBLY 5 21 23 12 KEY NO, PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 140123 140551 STD523710 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17490616 19131614 155925 121246X 12t248X 7205O411 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut Spring, Seat Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1 Washer 13/32 x t x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conh.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 DECALS 9 '11 13 2 6 3 18 7 7 18 4 1 10 2O 8 21 12 13 t4 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 156368 150333 151299 151300 12-113-64 133644 149407 156787 146709 WHEELS KEY NO, DESCRIPTION Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Oper. Instr.. Cap Cnsmr Help Line Hood, R.H_ Hood, L.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917,258540 ENGINE 38 .+" _ ,.€_:_._ ".
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 ENGINE KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 147025 17720410 4 14 15 16 23 29 31 32 33 35 37 38 137350 13280328 132003OO STD551231 156123 137180 109202X 123549X 123487X 17490512 137O40 ....... 40 44 124028X 17490412 46 19O91416 62 STD551131 77 191O1216 79 M740108025 8O 747605O8 81 128861 DESCRIPTION Control, Throt Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258540 MOWER LIFT 28 27 26 24 23 7 8 / 10 ; i /' / 49 5 / 1 / 6 6 5 13 i 2O i 718 15 19 32 42 2O 20
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 MOWER LIFT KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 136973 145117 105767X 12000002 19211621 t20183X 125631X 122365X 122512X I39865 139866 4939M 127218 73350800 130171 73800800 19 2O 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 49 139868 3146R t10807X 19131016 2676H 76020308 126971X 73350600 138057 150233 140302 73540600 145212 DESCRIPTION Lift Lever inner,Wire Assy Shaft Asmo Lift Pin Groove E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x I x 2I Ga.
REPAIR PARTS MOWER DECK TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR PEERLESS TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A 34 7 35 67 9 31 / 6 8 5 31 23 35 77 29 _.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTORPEERLESS REF PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 iiiiiiii , ii ¸ AIR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES ENQ,.E €O.TROLS I .......:::::::: _ 14....,_ "'16 13 _: /:,/3 8 6 EXHAUST I 11/ _1 _4 6 48 ........
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE- - - MODEL 12 743 05 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 25 341 02 12 096 24 12083 08 12 100 01 X-25-63 12 083 05 12 313 04 12 094 09 10 1t 12 12 072 05 12 O86 0t 12 041 02 917.258540 MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 AIR INTAKE KEY PART NO. NO. NUMBER ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 _,,o,LP;. ,,.-0BR,c..,o. I............ / E,.'_CTR I C'LI...... .......................
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258540 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER IGNITION / ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART NO. NO_ KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 086 14 12 46803 t2162 03 M-0639016 12 112 01 1215702 X-42-15 12 025 25 41 155 02 M-0548025 11 M-0545010 12 13 14 t5 16 17 12 '154 02 12 085 03 12 132 02 X-728-1 12 584 01 SM-0545020 DESCRIPTION Screw, Flywheel M10 x 1_5x 45.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING "" .-.- SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. / 15 ° MAX.
£RI FT/MaN ® OWNER'S MANUAL 15.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.258540 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 engine. All pads listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Coo Service Center/Department and most Retail Stores.
