OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.255590 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and instructions Before Operating This Equipment , Assembly • Operation . Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustment ° Repair Parts Sears, Roebuck and Coo, Chicago, JL 60684 U.S°A.
SAFETY Practices RULES for Ride°On Safe Operation .... ......... 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, i i L e o GENERAL OPERATmON Read, understand, and follow alt instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting, Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof a Sears Tractor. tt has been designed,engineered and manu- PRODUCT HORSEPOWER: 12.5 GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OiL (3.0 PINTS): SAE 30 (or 10W-30) WINTER: SAE 5W-30 SPARK PLUG (GAP.030 IN.); CHAMPION RJ-19LM STD361458 VALVE CLEARANCE: iNTAKE .005 - .007 IN. EXHAUST .009 - .011 IN. GROUND SPEED: FORWARD: 0-5.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFmCATIONS ....................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 14-17 WARRANTY ................................................................... 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 4 iNDEX ............................................................................. 4 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .........................................
ACCESSORIES AN ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased. They are a_so available at most Sears retail outfets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. ENGINE SPARK PLUG NA_NTENANCE MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER 8kADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicle.
CONTENTS Parts Bag contents OF HARDWA shown full size PACK Parts packed separately in carton \ Seat i f O Metal (2) Screws Sheet #!0-t6 x 1/2 l' Steering Wheel (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) 2_3/8" Dia. Washer Battery acid Battery '"i Steering Boot (t) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x t Owner's Manual Parts Bag (I) Shoulder Bolt 5/t6-t8 ' 0 \\ Parts bag contents not shown full size tM,, __ / (1) Lock Washer 1/2 Steering Whee! Steering Wheel Adapter !nsert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
BLY ASSE TOOLS ............ ! REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (i) (1) 9/!6" wrench 5/16" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge Screwdriver (1) 1/2" wrench Utility knife When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
ASSE BLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR _NSTALL PREPARE Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. BAKERY (See Fig,21 SEAT (See Fig, 3} o ° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan, P_ace seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Wash hands or c_othing _rnmedlately if accidentally in contact with battery acid. • Assemble adjustment bolt, tock washer and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten, Do not smoke. Fumes from battery acid are e×p_osiveo • Tighten shoulder bolt securely.
ASS iNSTALL BATTERY ............ LY (See Figs. 4 & 5) i CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- meta_ bracelets, wristwatch bands, hale. Before rings, etc. installing battery, remove Positive termina_ must first to prevent sparking tat grounding. be connected from accideno . Lift seat to raised position. , Open battery box door. * Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals toward front of unit. , Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box.
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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 wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety g_asses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog stores. i HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE ENGINE Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. (See Fig.
OPEFIATIO TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) , 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 attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. o Engage mower by slowly moving attachment clutch lever to "ENGAGED" position. o TO STOP MOWER - Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. Move motion control lever to "NEUTRAL" position.
OPERATIO ....... ......... Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the are_ that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right o the machine. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) ! z z When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wil! take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. .
CUSTOM MAINTENANCE .......... i ESPO ILITIES SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE Check _rake Operation Check 'ire Pressure T Check )r Loose Fasteners R Sharpen/Replace C Lubrication T Check ;attery Level/Recharge 0 Clean attery and Terminals R Check ransmission Adjust lade Belt(s) Tension A Adjust i: Check DATES Mower Blades t/ Chart v' v' Cooling lotion Drive BeEt(s) Tension .=====_=,,=.=,,,==,,=====,===,l,_=_==,= ==.
CUSTO ....... i RESPONSi L ES TRACTOR o The btade can be sharpened with a file or on a grindin1? wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. - To check blade balance, you wili need a 5/8" diamete__ steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal BRAKE OPERATION anoer).
CUSTO TRANSAXLE t3 & 14) PUMP RESPONSI ENGINE FLUUD LEVEL (See Figs, LUBRMCATION Check fluid level after every 25 hours of use, Rear drawbar must be removed to check fluid level° + Remove the four (4) fasteners to remove the drawbar. • Clean reservoir thoroughly before removing cap. + Check for,proper fluid+ level in reservoir (should be above the OiL LEVEL COLD" line). - If oil is needed, remove cap on reservoir (with a clockwise rotation), and fill to "OIL LEVEL COLD" line with SAE 10W30 oil.
' CUSTO ..... i ABR FILTER FOAM E PRE-OLEANER RESPONSI (See Fig. z LtTtES SCREWS t6) _r BLOWER HOUSING SCREWS Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter, Cfean the foam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hou rs of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty conditions. o Remove knob and cover. o Remove cartridge nut and replace cartridge. o Reassemble and tighten securely. NOTE.: Do not attempt to clean or oii the paper cartridge.
ERVICE AN CAUTION: ADJUSTM TS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress o Place motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" clutch!brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. o • 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, position. position. TRACTOR TO REMOVEMOWER CLUTCH ROD (See Fig.
ADJUSTMENTS SERVICE AN -i TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housin_ should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 3/8" tc !/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highes' position, Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis. tance "D" at front and rear flanges of mower housing a_ shown, Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on levet ground or driveway.
SERVICE AN TO REPLACE ..... MOWER BLADE DRIVE ADJUSTMENTS BELT WITH PARKING i BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 24) ....... i The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on levet surface, Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide deca! on the mower housing. BELT REMOVAL • ° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roli belt off engine putley.
SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS REVERSE ADJUSTMENT, Drive unit in reverse on a level surface. Move motion control lever to the right and forward until it stops against reverse adjustment plate and release lever. • If unit "creeps" forward or backward, turn engine off and set parking brake. , Loosen and move reverse adjustment plate in th_ same manner as forward adjustment plate described above: Forward "creep", move plate backwards 1/16 inch. Reverse "creep", move plate forward t/16 inch.
SERVICE AN TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK (See Fig. 30) 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 AND ADJUSTMENTS ...... i TO REPLACE TO REMOVE FUSE (See Fig, 31) HOOD AND GRILL _/ Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly in front of the dash. I CAUTION: Muffler is hot.springs Be careful when removing retainer from i! i_i_ hood pivot brackets, i ° Raise hood. t Unsnap headlight wire connector. ° Remove retainer springs from hood pivot brackets. = Stand in front of tractor.
SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE FINAL SETTING - TO ADJUST THROTTLE (See Fig. 33) ..... i CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory 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" to "CHOKE" position. Slowly move lever from "CHOKE" to "FAST" position.
STORAGE ENGINE immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the unit 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.
TROU G POINTS LESHOOTI PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel, 2. 3, 4, 5, 6. 7, Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter, Dirty fuel fi_ter. Water in fuel CORRECTION t. Fitlfuel tank. properly. 2. 3. 4, 5. 6. 7. See TO START ENGINE in Operation section, Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Ctean/replace air filter, Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh 8. 9, t0. Loose or damaged wiring.
TROU PROBLEM ....... i Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment eiutch ,\ LESHOOTI CAUSE G POINTS CORRECTION I. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact Sears Service Department, 1. 2, Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not ieveL i. 2. Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt. Level mower deck, 3. 4. Buitdup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel, 3. 4.
12.5 HP 38" RiDiNG LAWN TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917.255590 SCHEMATBC olI!o lil z ° B cK BATTERY [ ---.... RED ReD FUSE 3OAMP. I i __ _ I WHITE a i ...... 4 I _-E I i i WHtTE SOLENOID "if I ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) Lj'T_ I ,,"_EJiL I (PEDAL UP) l CLUTCH/BRAKE I I BLACK • BLACK BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) O O .(_"I BLACK IGNITION L--_-_-'_ T.............. J "J SPARK O PLUG O .............
REPAmRPARTS 12=5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917o255590 DECALS t3 6 !8 3 7 8 8 7 4 13 10 9 t5 11 t6 !2 KEY PART NO, NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DESCRIPTION 108456X 127908 124489X 124490X 132674 !33644 128235 108631X 125880X WHEELS Decal .
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REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RiDiNG CHASSIS LAWN TRACTOR - .- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12,5 HP 38" RiDiNG CHASSB LAWN TRACTOR o ,_rT_ODEL NUMBSR AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS 12o5 HP 38" RHD NG LAWN TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.255590 DRHVE KEY PART NO. NO. z :4 i.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING STEERING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER ASSISM BLY 42 37 26 27 / 18 35 23 31 24 26 36 43 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING STEERING LAWN TRACTOR =.. MODEL NUMBER ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR .- - MODEL NUMBER 917.255590 ENGINE I C 27 \ 25 3O 36 F 32 33,/ J 38 37 29 L EQU1PM ENT ster c D 9 E 6 4 1 F G 5 _ 4 _ 2 J 7 _7 18 lg 38
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REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,255590 38" MOWER KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RmDING LAWN TRACTOR- .- MODEL NUMBER 9!7.255590 SEAT ASSEM BLY 10 11 \ A B C t 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1l 12 13 t4 15 127437 126656X STD523707 19131210 2751R STD54t437 124181X 174906!8 19131614 t 24294X I21251X t 21246X 121248X 72050411 12!249X E _17 13 KEY PART NO. NO, D KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12,5 HP 38" RiDiNG ...... i SUNSTRAND ,LAWN TRACTOR PUMP ASSEMBLY .... MODEL NUMBER o MODEL NUMBER 917,255590 BDU°t0S 25 42 37 42 OVERHAUL SEAL KtT PUMP CON ASSEMBLY PLETE KEY PART NO. NO, 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 1I t2 t3 14 t5 17 18 19 20 2t 22 25 30 !22756X t22716X 122745X I22715X I22700X 122699X !22767X t22747X t227!7X I22748X 122749X !27t46X 122770X 122771X 127147X 122773X I22722X 122750X 127t48X !22723X KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Sha.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RiDiNG ...... i AGRI-FAB TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER = -. MODEL NUMBER 917,255590 12143tX ...... i \ 15 \ 43 49 :SELECTIVE 42 65 i SHELL DURINA-O(20 OZ.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" R DtNG .... i ......
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HiP 38" RRD}NG LAWN TRACTOR ...... [ ....... i BRaGGS & STRATTON o.o MODEL ENGINE =MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RiDiNG BRIGGS & STRATTON LAWN ENGINE 'TRACTOR = MODEL - -. MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 286707, 917.255590 'TYPE NUMBER 0437o0! ......... ! 121 C,.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR BRJGGS & $TRATTON ° = MODEL NUMBER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER 310 917o255590 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0437-01 Housing Length -_ 80_ NOTE: To tdentl_' Briggs and Sttatton manufactured starter rnotors_ measure the housnng _ength.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING BRtGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ...... i BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO, 309 - - - 332 333 334 337 92284 492341 93381 802592 346 93705 356 494328 358 494241 363 19203 383 89838 422 223721 423 93984 445 493909 455 222561 467 493903 468 222562 474 393474 482 93621 523 490327 524 68838 525 280741 535 272403 537 281106 552 231597 562 92613 592 231082 60! 93053 611 494451 614. 93306 6t5 93307 618 262803 634 281168 634A 491323 634B 281167 635 66538 646 224486 657 93496 -..
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RiDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HiLL S_GHT AND HOLD THiS LEVEL W_TH SKY LiNE OR TREE,
Z z .... i ® ,. :i!,:̧ OWNER'S MANUAL 12.5 HP JC ELECTRIC START " MOWE DECK ,_°AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) lYE LAW TRACTOR MODEL NO. __917.255590 E_oh tractor has its own model number. number. Each engine has its own model 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. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Centers and most Retail Stores.
