SWA/RS l/ MODEL NUMBER 917.256611 ® OWNER'S MANUAL ®Assembly oOperation Customer Responsibilities ®Service and Adjustments Repair Parts L;AUTION: Read and follow FOR CONSUMER all safety ASSISTANCE rules and instructions before operating HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 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 GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Shou d you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please reao and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor propeny.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................ ........... 21-27 STORAGE ................................................................... 28 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 29-30 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 32-49 REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 50-55 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These ascessodes 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 A 2 AiR FILTER BLADES BELTS A I-- PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. you.
CONTENTS Parts Bag contents OF PAC shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Seat / © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x Steering Wheel Video Cassette Mulcher Plate (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Manual (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) Parts Bag Parts bag contents (2_ Center- Bolts (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 \ ) (2) Washers _ _,/ /9/32 x5/8 x 16 Ga, / Wheels (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Assemblies _ _(2) (2)
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 ees_er. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) iNSTALL Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. Positive termiRal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden. . taJ grouRdi_.na- (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, ete. .
ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT • (See Figs, 4 and 7) Se sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake. Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spnng. • Retain both suspension arms to deck pins with double loop retainer springs.
BLY iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and DEFLECTOR SHIELD 6) Install two atch hooks to mulcher plate using screw. washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. 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.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR C_mpare the i__ustrati_ns with y_urtract_rt_ fami_iarize y_urse_fwith the __cati__s _f Vari_us c_ntr__s and adjustments" Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT IGNITION SWITCH CLUTCH SWITCH AMMETER LiFT LEVER UNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL "_.
OPERATION _l_lll_ The opereti_ _A_r___ _ n severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or perform, ing anyadjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask of any tractor can result in foreign I n=m "s objects thrown into_ '--tyg'"sesl HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR I _. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use, TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.
OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See TO OPERATE Fig. 9) ON HILLS Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface, Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). _ With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt. 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.
OPERATION BEFORE CHECK STARTING ENGINE THE ENGINE • OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 16) The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oi_ off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.
OPERATION Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). Sitting in the tractor seat. start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral IN) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. Slowly move motion control lever forwarc after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position.
CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULARSERVICE SERVICE DATES Check BrakeOperation CheckTire Pressure _ if I/7 Checkfor Loose Fasteners Sharpen/ReplaceMower Biades V' V" LubricationChart Check BatteryLevel/Recharge Clean Battery-andTerminals I# CheckTransaxleCooling V'5 Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension Adjust Motion DriveBelt(s)Tension m_m Check EngineOil Level _sBmz _ Change EngineOil v' _ m V'2 Clean Air Fi{ter C ean Air Screen v' Inspect
CUSTOMER TRACTOR TO SHARPEN Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. Care should be taken to keep the olade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION To check blade balance, you will need a_5/8" diameter steel bolt. Din. or a cone balancer. {When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancerj.
CUSTOMER TRANSAXLE RESPONSIBILITIES COOLING TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 and 17) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG. Be sure tractor is on level surface. The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. Oil will drain more freely when warm. Catch oil in a suitable container.
AiR FILTER (See Fig, 17) Your engine wil! not run properly using a dirty air filter, Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whicheveroccurs first, Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. Remove knob and cover. Remove wing nut and air cleaner trom base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER Slide foam ore-cleaner off cartridge.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place 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. TO REMOVE MOWER Place attachment (See • Fig.
SERVICE TO LEVEL MOWER ADJUSTMENTS HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on leveeg round or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manua!). If tires are over or underinflated, you will no1 properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT Raise mower to its highest position. At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground.
SERVICE TO REPLACE MOWER ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE (See Fig. 26) DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig, 25) - Engage parking brake. Remove four screws from R,H. mandrel cover an_ remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing. Remove belt from idler pulleys. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface. Carefu!ly roll belt off R.H. mandrel pulley. Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and LH. mandrel pulley.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST Fig, 27) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See ," - WiTH PARKING BRAKE 'ENGAGEO" The electric clutch should provide year'.; of service, The clutch has a bultAn brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stoo as required. Adius_ments should be made byyour nearest authorizeo serwce oenteddepartmenl NUT"A" / JAM J,.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL TO ADJUST LEVER (See Fig, 30) STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT The motion control lever has been oreset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forwara, remove steermg wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.
D ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE See Fig. 32) TO REPLACE WiTH A WEAK BATTERY BULB Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate e×plosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batterieso Always wear eye protection when around batteries. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the gdll. C!ose hood.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST (See ACCELERATION THROTTLE CONTROL • CABLE Fig. 34) 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 is necessary, proceed as follows: Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed control bracket are aligned.
STORAGE 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: 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1 Out of rue 2 3 4_ 5. 6. 7. Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. 3ad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter Waterin fuel, 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7, properly. Fill fuel tank. See 'q-O START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine continues to ran when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION t. Fautty operator-safety 1. 2. presence control system. 3. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected contact an authorized service center/ aena_tment. Worn. eem or loose b!ade Mower deck not level 1 2. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Level mower deck. 3. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel 3. 4.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.256611 ELECTRICAL KEY NO, PART NO. 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 16 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 28 29 30 3! 32 33 34 40 41 42 43 44 45 49 50 51 52 55 80 146140 74760412 STD551025 STD551125 STD541025 7697J 7603J 109596X 145211 145209 145769 153664 STD551125 73350400 136850 4152J 146136 146148 108824X 145491 121305X 144921 140400 141226 140403 110712X 149170 71110408 131563 145673 73640400 121433X |53249 146283 140405 141940 17490508 146685 DESCRIPT_ON Battery Bolt.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS o = MODEL NUMBER 917.256611 AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.256611 DR_VE KEY NO, PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 256611 ASSEMBLY --:_JZZJj_- 6_ 2_ 27.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEER1NG - - MODEL NUMBER 256611 ASSEMBLY KEY NO, PART NO, 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 121472X 142033 135227 135228 6266H 121748X 19272016 12000029 3366R 130468 STD551137 73610600 110438X 74011056 73901000 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 35 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 46 47 62 132624 128758 57079 124035X 128684X STD551125 71100410 127501 109818X 124036X 126847X 136874 19131416 17490612 STD561210 130465 145207 152927 126805X 1007!2K STD541350 100711L 140216 12174
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917,256611 ENGINE 14 '4 32 31 34 33 / / 37 39 4 _"41 33 29 \ OPTIONAL 23 EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 4O J
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256611 ENGINE KEY NO. PART NO, 134265 17720410 3 151063 4 14 15 16 23 29 31 32 33 34 35 37 38 13735O 13280328 13200300 STD551231 150554 137180 151346 151296 123487X 106082X 17490512 8543R ....... 39 40 41 62 77 79 80 81 109227X 3645J 139277 STD551131 19101216 M740108025 74760508 128861 DESCRIPTION Control. Throttle Screw. Hex Heac, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, Kohler Model No. CV15S. Type No. PS41525 Muffler.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256611 DECALS KEY NO. PART NO. 1 140123 2 140551 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 10 140552 11 120068X 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050411 15 134300 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Clip Push-In Nut Spring, Seat Pan, Seat Knob, Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting Bushing, Snap, Nylon Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 Spacer, Split KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR 6 3 - - MODEL NUMBER 16 7 8 917;256611 7 10 4 5 \ 22 / 19 22 11 24 12 -- 23 1 20 17 14 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 PART NO. 138955 151302 146705 1467O6 151400 133644 138048 142241 146709 137537 4900J 146046 151401 139346 149518 WHEELS 23 DESCRIPTION KEY NO. Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal. Decal, Decal. Decal, Decal. Decal. Decal.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.25661! LIFT KEY NO, 1 2 3 4 5 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 136971 136968 138284 12000002 19211621 Wire Asm.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER = - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256611 DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 3 5 6 8 9 10 153125 138457 STD624008 130832 850857 STD551137 140296 11 12 13 152443 129895 137553 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 137152 110485X 140329 72140505 132827 145055 STD541431 134753 131267 105304X 123713X 110452X 145325 19111016 131491 138776 129963 153531 137266 144945 17490628 STD651037 131494 DESCRIPTION Mower Housing (Weldment) Bracket Asm.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE 917o256611 = MODEL NUMBER 310=0650 58 28 59 25 / 44 " 17 35 113 _ 48
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE 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 x 52 x 13 Swashplate, Variable Block. Cylinder Assembly Arm, Trunnion Seal, Lip Guide, Slot Shaft, Motor Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 Block.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL - = MODEL NUMBER NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1012 25 341 02 t 2 096 24 12 083 08 12 100 01 X-25-63 12 313 04 12 083 05 12 072 03 12 086 01 094 12 11 12 041 02 NOT ILLUSTRATED -12 113 53 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Knob. Air Cleaner Cover Cover. Air Cleaner Precleaner Element Wing Nut Washer. Plain 1/4 Grommel Element. Air Cleaner (includes #6) Stud, Mounting Plate Screw. Mounting Plate Stud (2) Base.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE =- MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 917.256611 CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS41525 FUEL SYSTEM 21 25 \ 11 / 20 @ 0 -',__28 24-- _::_ 2o _)--19 \\ CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND .,/// _ 3 ##@ BREATHER 23 f J 20 18 _, 21 / / 25 /19/19 1 / 22 __ 4 "-'-.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - NUMBER MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER FUEL SYSTE_ KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 M-0641060 X-25-63 X-22-11 M-0629122 12 853 68 12041 02 12 053 68 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 12 041 01 1226504 47 154 01 X-426-9 52 353 22 25 050 02 25 155 02 12 559 01 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 1211205 25041 09 M-0645020 X-380-1 12 353 01 12 123 19 M-0545010 12 154 01 12 431 01 1231301 25 237 02 12 353 10 NOT ILLUSTRATED -12 041 01 -1251805 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL _ELECTRI ,o-_ CAL & - - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER .... 917.256611 CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS41525 o_L_./_.uB.IcA_:Jo. - o-, c.A._ASE .....
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.25GGll CV15S, TYPE NUMBER IGNITION / ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY NO. KEY PART NO. NO, PART NO, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 086 14 12 468 03 12 162 03 M-0639015 121120! 1215702 ×-42-15 12 025 25 41 !55 02 M-0548025 11 M-0545010 12 _3 14 15 16 17 12 15,_ 02 12 085 03 12 132 02 X-728-1 12 584 01 SM-0545020 NOT ILLUSTRATED - 12 518 01 DESCRIPTION Screw, Flywheel M10 x 1.5 x 45.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION I ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN NOT ACROSS HiLL "" SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THiS SKY LINE OR TREE. LEVEL WiTH 15 ° MAX. t O _ greater never the face. Make Operate than your 15°), Tractor up across and down the face of turns slopesgradu(not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
® SEARS OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.256611 15.5 HP ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) DRIVE LAWN TRACTOR 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. IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-4-REPAIR The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine.
