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OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

q17.254244

Caution:

Read and Follow

All Safety Rules

And instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

LT 12 HP ELECTRIC START

6 SPEED -38" MOWER

LA WN TRA CTOR

®Assembly

®Operation

eMaintenance

®Repair and Adjustment

®Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co, Chicago, IL 60684 USA

SAFETY RULES

I Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ THIS

OPERA TOR'5 MANUAL end instructions furnished with

attachments,

2 Do not allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow

adults to operate it without proper instruction.

3_ Do not carry passengera Do not mow when childran and

others #tie around.

4oAlways waarsubstantialfootweer_ Donot waarloose fit-

tlng clothing that could get caught in moving parts,

5. Keep your ayes and mind on your tractor, mower and the

area being cut, Do not let other interests distract you.

6. Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when

not in the drivers seaL.

7_ Always get on or off your tractor from the operator's left

hand side°

8. Cleat the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc3 which

might be picked up and thrown,

g. Disengage all attachment clutches before attempting to

start the engine°

100 Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine

before leaving the operator's position.

! I oDisengage power to mower, atop the engine and discon-

nect spark plug wire(s/from spark plug(s) before clean-

ing, making an adjustment or repair° Be careful to avoid

touching hot muffler or engine components.

12. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not

in use.

13. Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle un.

attended. Disengage the power-take-off, lower the at-

tachments, shift into neutral, set the parking brake, stop

the engine and remove the key.

14 oDo not stop or start suddenly when going, uphill or

downhill Mow up and down the face of slopes (not

greater than 15 el; never across the face. Refer to page 47.

15_ Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to pre-

vent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes_

16, While going up or down slopes, place Gear Shift Control

Lever ln Ist gear posltion to negotiate the slope without

stopping.

17 o Never mow in wet or slippery grass, when traction is Uno

sure or at e speed which could cause a skid_

t8. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.

Keep away from drop-offs_

19, Do not drive too close to creeks, ditches and public

highways.

20. Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects

in order to prevent the blades from striking them Never

deliberately run tractor or mower into or over any foreign

objects

2 t Never shift gears until tractor comes to astop.

22 Never place hands or feet under the mower, in discharge

chute or near any moving parts while tractor or mower

are running, Always keep clear of discharge chute

23 Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.

aUse only approved drawbar hitch points,

b Limit loads to those you can safely control

e, Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.

d Use counterweight or wheel weights when suggested

in the owner's manual.

24. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

25, When using any attachments, never direct discharge of

material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the

vehicle while in operation.

26_ Handle gasoline with care -it is highly flammable°

a. Use approved gasoline containers o

b. Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add

gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that

has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after

running, Never fill tank indoors, always clean up spill-

ed gasoline.

c. Open doors ff the engine is run in the garage -exhaust

fumes ere dangerous° Do not run the engine indoors.

27° Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating con*

dillon, and keep safety devices in place and working,

2 8° Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip*

ment is in safe working condition,

29. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank in.

side a building where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark° Allow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure,

30_ To reduce.fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves

or excessive grease. Do not clean product while engine

is running=

3 I, Except for adjustments; DO NOT operate Engine if air

cleaner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is

removed. Removal of such part could create a fire hazard°

32. Do not operate without a muffler or tamper with exhaust

system_ Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create

afire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace ff necessary:

33 The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and in-

spected for damage after striking a foreign object and the

damage should be repaired before restarting and operating

the equipment°

34 Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed

the engine; severe damage or injury may result.

35 When using the vehicle with mower; proceed as follows;

aMow only in daylight or in good artificial light,

bShut the engine off when unclogging chute.

c_ Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness

at frequent intervals.

36. Do not operate the mower without the deflector shield in

place,

37, Disengage power to mower before backing up. Do not

me w in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then on-

ly after careful observation of the entire area behind the

mower.

38. Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is sub:

ject to deterioration and wear It should be checked fre-

quently for bag replacement Replacement bags should

be checked to ensure compliance with the original

manufacturer's recommendations or specifications

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO PO NT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

T MEANS--ATTENTIONI BECOME ALERTI YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED_

CAUTION: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS.

',, , ' ,,,

THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED

ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST COVERED, BRUSH COVERED. OR GRASS COVERED

LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE'S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEET-

ING APPLICABLE LOCAL OR STATE LAWS (IF ANY). IF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD

BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR

In the State of Cafifornia the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the Cafifornia Public Resources Code)

Other states may have st)77t'iarfaws Fedet al laws app/y on federal lands Refet to the Repair Parts Section. page32

2

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn

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 rem-

edy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Department

We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper

tools to service or repair this uniL

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product.

See the nearest Sears store or service center for details.

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON

THE MODEL PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NLIMBERS

AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and retain this manual Study and observe the safety rules. Always use care when using your tractor. Always keep your

tractor and mower clean_ Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and using your tractor. A well cared for tractor

will run better and last longer.

A TTA CHMEN TS

This unit can use many attachments now available at your Sears store. It cannot use attachments that engage the ground lik,

a plow, harrow, cultivator, or tiller

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two years from date of purchase, when this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up

according to the operating and maintenance instruction in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge

any defect in material or workmanship in this electric start ridino eouiom_m

This warranty excludes blade(s), blade adapterls), spark pluglsl, air cleanerlsl and beltlel which are expen-

dable and become worn during normal use

This warranty does not cover:

Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects tauch as nails, thorns, stumps

or glass); and

repairs necessary because of operator at]use or negligence, including the failure to maintain the

equipment according to instructions contained in the owner's manual and

riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes

FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective

in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge. Sears will replace

the battery at no charcle

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART-

MENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state

to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO, D/698-731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, !1 60684

3

INDEX

A

Adjustments:

Brake ...............................................14

Carburetor ................................... 18

Mower Drive Belt ........................22

Mower

Front-to-Rear .......................23

Side-to-Side ....................... 22

Throttle Control Cable .............. 18

Engine Valves ......................... 18

Ak Filter

Cleaning ...................................... 16

Element .................................... 16

Air Intake Screen, Engine ............... 16

Assembly ........................................ 5-8

B

Battery:

Charging ...................................... 7

Cleaning .................................. 15

Installation .................................. 8

Levels ................................................8

Preparation ........................................7

Staffing with Weak Battery ....... 17

Storage .........................................23

Terminals ...........................................15

Belt:

Motion Drive Replacement ....... 19

Mower Drive Adjustment ...........22

Mower Drive,

Remove]Replace .................20

Blade:

Sharpening ...........................................14

Replacement .................................14

Brake Adjustment ..................................14

C

Carburetor Adjustment .......................18

Controls, Tractor. ................................ 9

Cutting Level, Mower ...................... 12

E

Engine:

Air Screen .....................................16

Oil Change ......................................16

OilLevel ..................................... 16

Oil Type .........................................16

Staffing ............................................11

Storage ........................................ 23

Valve Adjustment .......................18

F

Filter ..................................................... 16

Fuel:

Type ......................................... 10

Storage ..................................... 22

Fuse ............................................... 20

H

Hood Removal ............................... 20

L

Levelling Mower Deck .................... 22

Lubrication:

Chaff ........................................ 24

Tractor Pivot Points ................... 24

M

Maintenance:

Air Filter ................................... 16

Air Filter Element ....................... 16

Air Screen ....................................16

Battery ...................................... 15

Blade Sharpening ..................... 14

Brake Adjustment .......................14

Engine Oil ................................. 16

Lubrication Chaff ....................... 24

Spark Plugs ................................ 18

Tire Care .................................. 14

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Rear ........23

Adjustment, Side-to-Side .........22

Blade Sharpening ........................14

Blade Replacement ................... 14

Cutting Level .............................. 12

Installation .................................. 21

Operation .................................. 11

Removal .................................... 20

Muffler. ............................................... 17

Spark Arrester ............................ 2

0

Oil

Cold Weather Conditions ........ 16

Engine ..................................... 16

Storage ...................................... 23

Operation ....................................... 9-12

Operating Your Mower ............. 11

Operating Your Tractor ........... 11

Staffing the Engine .................. 11

Stopping Your Tractor ............... 10

Tractor Operation on Hills ....... 12

P

Parking Brake .............................................14

Paffs Bag ....................................................5-6

R

Repa# and Adjustments ...............14-23

Blade ..................................................15

Carburetor .......................................18

Fuse .................................................20

Hood Removal ..............................20

Motion Drive Belt

Replacement .........................19

Mower Drive Belt

Replacement ..........................20

Mower Adjustment

Side4o-Side .........................22

Mower Removal ........................ 20

S

Safety Rules ................................................2

Seat ...............................................................7

Service Record ........................................13

Slope Guide Sheet ......................................47

Spark Plug ...........................................18

Speed Control Chaff ...........................12

Staffing the Engine ..............................11

Steering Wheel ........................................5

Stopping the Tractor ...............................10

Storage ...........................................................23

T

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment .......................................18

Tires ..................................................................14

Trouble Shooting Chaff .........................25

V

Valves, Adjust ..............................................18

w

Warranty .....................................................3

Wiring (Schematic) ..............................27

4

,Y

1. Unpack Tractor

a Take items out of box, The box contains the items

shown below

b Cut down four corners of the carton with a utility

knife and fold down sides

c Disengage Parking Brake

dInstall Steering Wheel

1, Slide upper steering shaft over lower steering

shaft until bolt holes line up with slots in lower

steering shaft (Fig 11_

2 Use two hex bolts 3/8- 16 x 1-1/4 and two

Iocknuts 3/8 -16 to retain upper steering shaft

to lower steering shaft. Tighten securely

3 Position Steering Sleeve over steering shaft

assembly_

4 For easier assembly, tilt tube towards front of

tractor.,

5 Place bottom of Steering Sleeve over two front

prongs on steering bushing,

6Squeeze the two steering sleeve retainers inward

to allow Steering Sleeve to pass over retainers

b5reefing wh_l

Cbaffory

db_flel¥ Bctd

tj_ It t$ 1),1_ 5

7. Push Steering Sleeve down aligning notch on

Steering Sleeve with tab on steering bushing

8, Place steering wheel adapter on upper steering

shaft.

9_ With front wheels pointed straight ahead, place

steering wheel on steering wheel adapter Bars of

steering wheel should point straight across

tractor

10 Place 2 -1/4" diameter washer on upper steer-

ing shaft and install a1/2" Iocknut (washer and

Iocknut found in bag of parts). Tighten secure

ly.

11, Snap insert into steering wheel

e Remove plastic On tractor hood

f Raise attachment lift handle,

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 before

startlng yourtractor andwhlle movlng° We

recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for

over the spectacles or standard safety

glasses, available at Sears Retail or Cata-

log Stores.

Parrs Bag Contents Nor Shown Full Size:

....... Iilll!lt!lilJ._illlllll!littlllIIHIjlIIjH_

12l Battery Carriage Bolls 1/4 -20 x7•t/2

Terrmnal Guard

15 °Slope Insrrucfron 5heel

@

ring

Battery Caps

And Instructions

12l Keys

Wheel Adapter

Steering Wheel Inset!l

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

LOCATION

BA T TER Y

BA TTER Y

TERMINALS

SEAT

UPPER

STEERING

SHAFT

STEERING

WHEEL

©

(21 Lockwasher, I/4 Int/Ext Tooth (2) Wing Nut _1/4 -20

m

(2) Hex Bolt, I/4 -20 x 3/4 /P_

©

(2) Lockwasher 1/4

(2) Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga,

©

(2) Hex Nut, 1/4 --20

(1) Hex Bolt, 1/2 -13 x1

Grade5

(1) Shoulder Bolt S/16- 18

Q

(J) Lockwashet 1/2

(I) Washer 15/32x 1x16 Ga.

(1) Washer 17/32x I-3/16

x12 Ga.

(2) Hex Bolt 3/8 -16x 1 -I/4 ©

(2) Flex Locknut 3/8 -16

"" Dia. Washer

(1) Locknut, 1/2-20

Toassembletractoryouwillneed:

(2) 7/16"Wrenches TirePressureGauge

(1)1/2"Wrench Screwdriver

(I) 3/4" wrench Utility Knife

(2) 9/16" wrenches

NOTE: RIGHT HAND (RH) AND LEFT HAND (L H) ARE

DETERMINED FROM OPERATOR'S POSITION

WHILE SEATED ON THE TRACTOR

WEAR EYE AND FACE SHIELD

WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IM-

MEDIATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY IN

CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID

DO NOT SMOKE; FUMES FROM

CHARGED BATTERY ACID ARE

EXPLOSIVE

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUD-

ED WITH THE BATTERY VENT

CAPS IN THE BAG OF PARTS AL-

WAYS WEAR GLOVES, CLOTHING

AND GOGGLES TO PROTECT YOUR

HANDS, SKIN AND EYES

2 1/4 DIA

STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLY

INSERT

1/2

STEERING WHEEL

UPPER ADAPTER

STE

SHAFT

_CK NUTS

STEER}NG

SHAFT

STEERIN(

BUSHING

2, Prepare Battery

Fill and charge battery (before installing) NOTE: SEE

DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH BATTERY

VENT CAPS FOUND IN BAG OF PARTS

a Fill each cell with battery acid Add the acid until 3.

it reaches the bottom of the vent tubes (Fig 3)

Do not add the acid beyond this /eve/ or the addi-

tional acid can come out when the battery is

charged

b After cells are rifled, tilt battery from side to side to

release air bubbles.,

c Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty a_

minutes If the level of acid falls below the point

described in step (a), add more acid until the correct

level is reached Instafl the battery caps, found in the

bag of parts, to cover the vent tubes Wash the top of

the battery with water to remove any acid, then wipe

dry

dCheck battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occured in handling, c

e. Neutralize excess battery acid for disposal by adding

it to four inches of water in a five gallon plastic d,

container. Stir with a wooden or plastie paddle while

adding baking soda until the addition of more soda

causes no more foaming _, e

L Use a 12 volt battery charger Charge batteo,"=, a

rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour, NOTE: OBSERVE

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS. LISTEDINBOXABOVE. [_

REQUIRED FOR BATTERY CHARGING Check

the acid level after the battery is charged If the acid

has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or iron

free water, 7

FIGURE 1

Install Seat.

STEERING

SLEEVE

RETAINER k

SPRING

STEERING

SPRING

Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so

that the operator can comfortably reach Clutch/Brake

Pedal and safely operate tractor.

Place seat on seat pan Screw hex head machine

screw, Iockwasher and flat washer into seat (Fig

2) Screw shoulder bolt and flat washer into seat

(Fig 2) Machine screw, shoulder bolt and flat

washers found in bag of parts (shown full size

on page 6)

Tighten shoulder bolt and flat washer using a

1/2"" wrench

Tighten machine screw, [ockwasher and flat

washer using a 1/2'" wrench

Place seat in operating position Sit on the seat

andpress clutch/brake pedal all the way down If

operating position is not comfortable, adjust seat

To adjust Raise seat Loosen machine screw

Shde seat to desired position Tighten machine

screw securely

MACHINE SCR EW-LOCKWASH ER-FLAT

WASHER MUST BETIGHTENED SECURE-

LY TO PREVENT MOVEMENT OF SEAT. I

ASSEMBL Y

4. Check Tires

Check the air pressure in the t#es. Tires with too much air

pressure will cause the unit to ride rough. The wrong air

pressure will also keep the mower from cutting level. The

coFect air pressum is shown on the side of the timso ff the ait

pf _ssure is not shown, set to pressures shown in the REPAIR

AND ADJUSTMENT sectionlpage 14).

5o Install Battery

a_

bo

BEFORE INSTALLING BATTERY,

REMOVE METAL BRACELETS,

WRISTWATCH BANDS, RINGS, ETC.

FROM YOUR PERSON. TOUCHING

THESE ITEMS TO BATTERY TERMI-

NALS COULD RESULT IN BURNS.

Lift seat (Fig. 2)_

Lower battery into fender well with battery terminals

toward front of tractor (Fig° 4), Make sure battery

rests in battery tray (Fig 4)

NOTE: BE SURE BATTERY DRAIN TUBE IS SECURELY

ATTACHED TO BATTERY TRAY DRAIN,

NOTE:

POSITIVETERMiNALMUSTBEcON-7

NECTEDFIRSTTO PREVENT/

SPARKS FROM ACCIDENTAL |

GROUNDING J

Connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, Iockwasher and

hex nut (shown full size on pg. 6) found in bag of

parts. Tighten securely with two 7/16" wrenches.

(Fig. 4)

d. Connect BLACKground cable to negative (-) battery

terminal with remaning hex bolt, flat washer, lock-

washer and hex nut (shown full size on pg. 6) found

in bag of parts. Tighten securely. (Fig. 4)

e To prevent corrosion, apply grease to the battery

terminals after installing cables.

L Usingthekeyholeononesideof_ebatterysupport

(Fig=5) slide battery boll into frame key hole (head of

boll down). Fasten the battery bolt to the terminal

guard using internal/external Iockwasher, wing nut,

(shown full size on pg. 6) as shown in F_g.5.

g. Assemble the remaining battery boll to other side of

battery support and fasten terminal guard to it with

remaining internal/external Iockwasher and wing

nut, (Shown full size on pg_ 6). Tighten wing nuts

securely by hand (Fig. 5).

KEEP TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS CLOSED

WHEN NOT IN USE.

CAUTION: DO NOT START ENGINE UNTIL YOU HAVE

REVIEWED THE OPERATION SECTION OF

THIS MANUAL 8

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T_RMINA_ T_RM_NAL

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F|GURE 2

CU'f AWAY VIEW

VENT CAP

LIQUID

LE/VEL _ _ f BATTERY

g_ _ _J _ R _ /BATTERY

_" ." {1 ._'..~- ~-"_-"_1 FIGURE 3

WASHER

P_t_VE

TERMINAlf

POSITIVE

CABLE(RED_

\

WASHER

NEGATIVE

TERMINAL

NEGATtVE

BATTERy

BATTERY TRAY FIGURE4

FIGURE 5

6. Maintenance After First 2 Hours (Two Mowlngs)

Changing oil alter the first two hours (or two mowings) will

help eliminate break-in residue which might be damaging to

your engine_

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

OPERATION

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR. If you understand the unit and its

operation, youwillachieveefficientandpeakpedormance, Whilereadingthemanual, comparetheillustrationswithyourLawn

Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments,, Study the operating instructions and safety

precauti_ns th_r_ugh_y t_ insure pr_per functi_ning _f y_ur Lawn Tract_r and t_ prevent injury t_ y_urse_f and _thers. Be sure

to pay strict attention to all warnings and cautions: they are included for your safety,, Save this manual for future reference+

Light Switch

Throttle/Choke

Clutch/Brake Pedal :hment Clutch

Lever

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Gear Shift

J

Parking Brake

ATEA CHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Push lever up to engage

attachment. There will be an engine hesitation as the clutch

engages.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Use the attachment lift lever

to raise and lower the attachment mounted to your tractor,

Pull lever back slightly and push button, then move the rift

lever forward to lower attachment+

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has 2 functions; a

clutch and a brake To engage the brake push the pedal

completely down

ATTACHMENT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Use the

height adjustment knob to adjust the mower heighL With the

attachment lift lever in the 'tJp" positiono turn knob clockwise

(F-_ ) to raise cutting height and counterclockwise ('_'-_ )

to lower cutting height

GEARSHIFT: Press the clutclVbrake pedal down firmly and

move gear shift lever to desired speed

IGNITION: Place key in ignition and turn to the right to starL

The switch spring returns from the start position,,

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and ofL

PARKING BRAKE: To set the parking brake, push the

clutclVbrake pedal completely down. Hold the parking brake

lever in "Engaged"position and release pressure from pedal,

Clutch/brake pedal will remain in brake position

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL Use the throttle control

to increase or decrease the speed of the engine, and to

choke the engine for starting Push lever to the right

and forward to choke

9

OPERATION

1o Stopping Your Tractor

AIR

SCREEN

FUEL FILLER

CAP

TANK

FIGURE 6

MOWER BLADE

POSITION

HEADLIGHT

_.,_WITCH

"CLUTCW'

POSITION

FIGURE 7

DRAIN

_"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

PARKING

BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

/

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

NOTE:

a,

b.

c_

2.

10

REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACTOR TO

PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE

d.

e.

f.

Push clutch-brake pedal into full "BRAKE"position,

Keep your foot on pedal.

Place attachment clutch lever in "DISENGAGED"

Position,

Move gear shift lever to "NEUTRAL " position_

Place parking brake in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brakeo Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE"position.

Move throttle control to "S" (slow) position°

Turn ignition key to "OFF"position, Never use choke

to stop engine.

Preparing The Engine

, , .... ,

_LEARN TO START, STOP AND RE-

VERSE YOUR TRACTOR IN A LARGE,

OPEN AREA.

a Tills engine has been shipped filled with summer

weight oil (For cold weather operation see chart page

16). Check engine oil level Refer to REPAIR AND

ADJUSTMENT section (page 161o

b, Fill fuel tank (Fig. 6). Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline. Capacity is 5quarts.

FILL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK

FILLER NECK. DO NOT OVERFILL.

WIPE OFF ANY SPILLED OIL OR

FUEL. DO NOT STORE, SPILL OR USE

GASOLINE NEAR AN OPEN FLAME.

CAUTION: EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL

BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR

USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN AT-

TRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO

SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS

DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN

DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE

WHILE IN STORAGE.

TO AVOID ENGINE PROBLEMS, THE FUEL

SYSTEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE

STORAGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LONGER, DRAIN

THE GAS TANK, START THE ENGINE AND

LET IT RUN UNTIL THE FUEL LINES AND

CARBURETOR ARE EMPTY. USE FRESH

FUEL NEXT SEASON. SEE STORAGE IN-

STRUCTIONS FOR ADDITIONAL INFOR-

MATION

NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR

CLEANER PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK

OR PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR

3. StaRing The Engine

a,. Move throttle control lever (Fig., 7) past "FAST"to the

"CHOKE" position.

b. Tumignitionkeyto "START"andreleasekeyassoon

as engine starts.

CAUTION: DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY

FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER

MINUTE,.

c, If engine does not start after four or five tries, move

throttle control lever to "FAST" position, wait a few

minutes and try again,, If the engine does not start

after four or five more tries, see the TROU-

BLESHOOTING Chart (page 25),

d After the engine starts move throttle control lever

slowly to the "SLOW"position

e To start a hot engine move the throttle control lever

to a position between "FAST" and "SLOW"

READ THE "RULES FOR SAFE J

OPERATION" CAREFULLY BEFORE

OPERATING YOUR MOWER.

OPERATION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

LEVER "DISENGAGED*'

POSITION

HEIGHT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

ADJUSTMENT LEVER "ENGAGED"

KNOB POSIT!ON

LIFT LEVER

;R LIFT LEVER

'OSITION

LIFT LEVEF

POSITION

RUNNER

GUARD

CAUTION: DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT TO THE

TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE OPTIONAL

WHEEL WEIGHTS. EXCESSIVE WEIGHT

MAY OVERLOAD AND DAMAGE THE

TRANSMISSION

l _ ALWAYS WEAR SUBSTAN]IAL FOOT-

WEAR AND AVOID LOOSE FITTING

CLOTHING THAT COULD GET CAUGHT

IN MOVING PARTS

CAUTION

TO AVOID INJURY

1 Read owner's manual

2 Know location and function of all controls

3 Keep guards, safety shield and switches in place

and working

4 Remove objects that can be thrown by blades

5, Do not mow when children and others are around

6 Never carry children or passengers

7 Always look behind machine before backing

8 Do not mow where machine can tip or slip

9 If machine stops going uphill, stop blades and back

slowly clown

10 Be sure blades and engine have stopped before

placing hands or feet near the blades

1I Remove key when leaving machine

MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD

TRACTOR SECURE.

NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET IN

OR UNDER ANY POWERED ATTACHMENT

OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART WHILE

TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED ATTACH-

MENT IS RUNNING. 11

FIGURE8

4. Operating Your Lawn Tractor & Mower

DO NOT OPERATE THE MOWER

WITHOUT THE DEFLECTOR SHIELD

(DISCHARGE GUARD) IN PLACE,

NOTE: THIS TRACTOR 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 LEVER ENGAGED

WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE

a, Move the attachment lift leverto the high position and

adjust height of cut to mid range See Fig 8.

b Start the engine, (See Starting the Engine)

c Move the throttle lever to mid range position, Select

a low (1st or2nd) gear untilyou become more familiar

with the operation of the unit,

d_ Slowly release clutch brake pedal and proceed to the

mowing area,

e Stop the umt, then select a mowing speed (See

Speed Selection Guide. page 12)

f Move throttle lever to half throttle and slowly

move attachment clutch lever to engaged pos/-

(ton. Fig 8

OPERATION

g. Slowly release clutch brake pedal

h, Move throttle lever to fast position,

L05serve height of Cut and readjust as desired

CAUTION: BEFORE YOU MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT

LEVER, COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. FAIL-

URE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN GEAR BOX

DAMAGE.

f

T

FIGURE 9

SPEED SELECTION GUIDE

FUNCTION

Normal

Mowing ........

Heavy Mowing

,,,,,,

Snow Blowing

Snow Blade

Transport

GEARSHIFT

2or3

I or2

1

2

4-6

THROTTLE

FAST

SLOW-

FAST

5. Mowing Tips

NOTE: TIRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH

THE MOWER ATTACHED.

a, Mowershouldbe adjustedpropedy front to back and

side to side for good mowing performance, Referto

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT section Ipage 22).

b. Use the runner on the R.H. side as aguide; the blade

cuts approximately an inch outside the runner (Fig.

8).

C_ Drive so that clippings ate discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of

themachine. Thiswillresultinamoreevendistribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

d_ When mowing large areas (Fig. 9), start by turning to

the right so that the clippings will discharge away

from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After two or

three rounds, mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished.

e. ff grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice

The first time cut relatively high; the second time to

the desired height.

f. The left hand side of mower should be used for

trimming.

g. See Speed Selection CharL

6. Operating The Tractor On Hills

DO NOT DRIVE UP OR DOWN HILLS

WITH SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°

AND DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY

SLOPE. REFER TO PAGE 47.

a,

b

c,

A

d.

e_

f_

Move gear shift lever to "1st" gear before starting up

or down hills.

AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS.

ff slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position. |

LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP-

PING AND STARTING TO ALLOW/

SLIGHT TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHILL

J

AS CLUTCH-BRAKE PEDAL MOVES

THROUGH CLUTCH POSITION.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/

brake pedal quickly to brake position.

To restart tractor movement, make sure tractor is in

the lowest speed range ("Ist" Gear) and release

clutch-brake pedal SLOWLY.

Make all turns gradually.

12

To keep your tractor running better, longer,

perform necessary service using the folio wing

maintenance schedule:

With Every Mowing

1 Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter pins and

retainer springs are secure

2 Observe all safety precautions,

3. Keep tractor well lubricated (refer to page 17)

MAINTENANCE

BEFORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION,

ADJUSTMENT, OR REPAIR:

1. PUSH CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

COMPLETELY DOWN,

2. MOVE GEAR SHIFT CONTROL

LEVER TO NEUTRAL POSITION.

3. PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN "EN-

GAGED" POSITION. REMOVE

FOOT FROM PEDAL.

4. DISENGAGE ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

5. SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.

6. MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE

BLADES AND ALL MOVING

PARTS HAVE COMPLETELY

STOPPED_

7. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG

WIRE FROM THE SPARK

PLUG AND KEEP WIRE

AWAY FROM THE SPARK

PLUG TO PREVENT INJURY

FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING

BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCH-

ING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER

COMPONENTS

SERVICE RECORD (Enter Date Maintenance Performed)

.... SERVICE RECORD

Fill in dates as you complete regular service

FIRST

2

HOURS

SCHEDULE

EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY

5 25 50 100

HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS

Blades -sharpen

Brake Adlustment

Check Battery

Change Engine OII

Check Engine OII level

Clean Air Cleaner Element

v"

€

e"

€

v"

v'

v"

Check Muffler v"

Clean Air Screen

Clean Front Grill

Lubricate Tractor

€

v"

tt

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Cleaner Element

CheckTire Pressure €

v"

v"

13

FtEPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

BRAKE JAM NUT

OPERATING ARM NUT A

BRAKE ROD

1. Brake Adjustment

This tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

mounted on the right side of the transaxle (Fig. 10)_

IF TRACTOR REQUIRES MORE THAN

SIX FEET STOPPING DISTANCE IN

HIGHEST GEAR, THEN BRAKE MUST

BE ADJUSTED.

DISC BRAKE

1112"

)WITH PARKING

BRAKE ENGAGED)

a. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking

brake°

bo Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A"on brake rod,

c. ff distance is other than 1.1/2", disengage parking

brake, loosen jam nut (Fig. 10) and turn nut "A" until

distance becomes t. 1/2", Retighte njam nut against

Nut ",4".

FIGURE 10 Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary.

2. Tire Care

Maintain tire preSsure in front at 14 PSI and rear tires at 12

PSL

3. Blade Care

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. The

blades can be sharpenedwith a few strokes of a file, or on a

grinding wheel, We suggest they be sharpened after every

25 hours of mowing. Do not attempt to sharpen while on

mower If you mow in sandy soil check the blades after each

two mowings The sand wears the blade away rapidly

A GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED BOLT

CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THREE

LINF._ ON THE BOLT HEAD AS

SHOWN AT LEFT°

a. Blade Replacement

Raise mower to highest position to permit access to

blades..

1. Remove the hex head bolt, Iockwasher and l/at

washer (Fig. 11) (turn counterclockwise)_r_)

2. Remove and discard old blade.

3, Clean top and bottom of mower housing_

4. Install new blade with SHARP EDGE DOWN

and secure with flat washer, lockwasher and hex

head bolt. TIGHTEN SECUREL Y.

A

ALWAYS" USE GRADE 5 HEAT

TREATED BOLTS TO ATTACH

BLADES. DO NOT USE PLATED

BOLTS. CHECK BOLTS IN BLADES

OCCASIONALLY TO MAKE SURE

BOLTS ARE TIGHT. TORQUE BOLTS

TO 30 -35 FT.- LBS.

14

b. When grinding, care should be taken to maintain

blade balance and the blade should be checked for

proper balance before reinstallation on mower An

unbalanced or bent blade will cause excessive vibra-

tion when running, and eventual damage to mower

or engine° Replace bent or damaged blades,

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

C, To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or

wall., Leave about one inch of the straight nail

exposed, Place center hole of clean blade overthe

head of the nail(Fig. 12) NOTE: CENTER HOLE

OF BLADE ON NAIL, IF BLADE IS PROPERLY

BALANCED, BLADE SHOULD REMAIN IN POSI-

TION SHOWN IN FIG 12. IF EITHER END OF THE

BLADE MOVES DOWNWARD, BLADE IS NOT

BALANCED SHARPEN THE HEAVY END UNTIL

BLADE IS BALANCED

4_ BATTERY CARE

Check Battery

&Battery acid solution level in each battery cell should

be even with bottoms of vent tubes in cells (Fig 13)

Add ONLY distilled or iron free water if necessary,

NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.

b_ Keep battery and terminals clean

c Keep battery bolts tighL

d. Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps

open_

e,. Recharge at 6 amperes for 1hour ff necessary.

Clean Battery and Terminals

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals cause the

battery to "leak" power and hinders the operation of the

charger,

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE

EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS,

FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS

AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS

SHIELD YOUR EYES AROUND

BATTERIES.

a., Remove terminal guard,

b. Disconnect BLACK battery cable, then RED battery

cable, and remove battery from tractor,

c Wash battery with fourtablespoons of baking soda to

one gallon of water NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO

GET THE SODA SOLUTION INTO THE CELLS,,

d. Rinsethebatterywithpfainwater, dryandreinstaflon

tractor.

eo Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire

brush until bright.

L Replace battery cables, connecting RED battery

cable to positive terminal first, then BLACK battery

cable to negative terminal Coat terminal connec-

tions with vasoline after installation of cables

g, Replace terminal guard

o,,,,,f............

tFIGURE 12

CU't AWAY VtEW VENT CAP

LIQUID

LEVEL BATTERY

CELL

FIGURE13

15

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

CAP

FIGURE 14

ENGINE (}IL

FILLERCAP

AND DIPSTICK

\

AIR

SCREEN

COVER

FOAM

ELEMENT

_20 °0° 32 ° 60 ° 80 ° 100 _

6. Check Engine 011Level

NOTE: DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

WITH ENGINE RUNNING,

Several minutes after stopping engine, check engine oil level

with tractor on level ground, Wipe dipstick (Fig° 14) clean,

screw it down tight for a few seconds, remove and read oil

level ff necessaty, add oit untit "FULL "mark is reached. (See

chart above). NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.

7. Clean Air Cleaner Element (Fig. 15)

a. Open hood

b, Snap off air cleaner covet,

c, Remove foam element from air cleaner body,

d. Wash foam element in liquid detetgent and water

to remove dirt.

e. Wrap foam element in cloth and squeeze dry,

f. Saturate foam in clean engine oil Squeeze to

remove excess oil.

g. Replace foam element and snap cover on air

cleaner body,

NOTE: NEVER RUN ENGINE WITH AIR CLEANER

REMOVED

AIR R

FIGURE 15 /BODY

5. Change Engine 011

The best time to change engine air is at the end of a day's

operation when all dirt and foreign materials are suspended

in the hot oil.

Capacity is 1-1/2 quarts. NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL,

Dipstick assembly must be securely tightened into tube at all

times when engine is operating.

IMPORTANT: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE

STARTING SYSTEM, USE SAE

5W30 OIL WHEN THE TEMPERA-

TURE FALLS BELOW 32°.

Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades

Determine temperature range expected before next oil

change_ A// oil must meet A,PJ. service classification SD,

SE or SF_

8. Clean Air Screen and Engine Cooling Fins

I_ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND FACE

PROTECTION WHEN USING COM-

PRESSED AIR.

Air screen and cooling fins (Figs 15 and 16) must be kept

free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to

remove dirt and dried gum fibers

a Remove hood (page 20)

bSnapoHaircleanetcoverlFig 151

c, Remove 3screws securing air cleaner body IF/gs 15

and 16) and remove (Cover carburetor to prevent entry

of dirt)

dRemove oil dipstick and cover opening to prevent entry

of dirt

e Remove 3 screws from blower housing andlift housing

off engine (Fig. 16)

fUse compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly

clean engine cooling fins (Fig 16) and air screen

(Fig 15)

g To reassemble, reverse above procedure

h, Be certain carburetor tube. breather tube, and gaskets

are in place (Fig l e).

Be certain carburetor tube, breather tube,, and gaskets

are in place (Fig 16)

16

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

9.. Check Muffler

Inspect and replace damaged muffler and/or deflector as it

could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

DO NOT TOUCH HOT MUFFLER, 1

CYLINDER OR FINS AS CONTACT

MAY CAUSE BURNS.

10. Lubricate Pivot Points

Place several drops of SAE 30 oil at points where parts move

against each other, especially:

a Front axle pivot

b Hood hinges

c_ Foot pedal shaft (both ends)

d Lift shaft (both ends)

See Lubrication Chart page 24,

11. Starting ,your Tractor With a Weak Battery

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged, If ']umper cables" are used for emergency start.

ing, follow this procedure:

NOTE: YOUR TRACTORIS EQUIPPED WITH A12VOLT

NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A12VOLTNEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM,

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE

EXPLOSlVEGASES. KEEPSPARKS,

FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS

AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS

WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN

AROUND BATTERIES.

a Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSI-

TIVE (+) terminals of each battery (taking care not

to short against chassis). (Fig, 17)

b, Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the

NEGATIVE (-) terminals of fully charged battery,

c Connect the other end of the cable to the L H

side panel bolt (Fig. 18) NOTE: KEEP AWAY

FROM GAS TANK AND BATTERY

d, Disconnect cables in reverse order:

1. LH, Side Panel Bolt (Fig. 18)

2 Negative terminals of fully charged battery

3 Positive terminals

CyLiNDER

HEAO _

COVER

PLUG

_OOLtNG

FINS

TUBE

/

/

FIGURE 16

NEGATI_/E

TERMINAL

WASHER NEGATIVE

HEX BOLT s CAnL_ IBt, A_KI

HE×

NUT

WASHER LDCKWASHE R

PI_ITJVE

TERMiN_

_tTEVE

CABLE IflE[ll

I.OCKWASHE R

E7ER'' 17

_'r _v _AY "_,_;_;_'_b BE FIGUR

,A !

DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BAT-

TERYTO START OTHERVEHICLES. I

17

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

12. Throttle Control Cable Adjustment

DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY

SETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS

AND CONDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED,PRO-

CEED AS FOLLOWS:

a. Make sure air cleaner is clean (see page _8)

b. With engine not running, place throttle control in

"FAST" detent (not in ""CHOKE" position}

c, Check that hole in throttle lever and hole in

plate line up (Fig, 27 -Inset), If holes "',4""are

not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle

cable until holes are aligned Tighten clamp screw

dIf holes do not align, repeat steps in throttle cable

adjustment

13. Carburetor Adjustment

NOTE: ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT TO

CARBURETOR.

a, With engine not running, turn mixture screw

clockwise l[-_) LIGHTLY to seat. CAUTION:

FORCING WILL CAUSE DAMAGE, Turn mixture

screw counterclockwise (_'_ ) one turn.

b. Start engine and allow to idle for five minutes.

REFER 'TO "STARTING THE ENGINE"

PAGE 10_

c, Turn mixture screw clockwise ("_k) until the

engine speed drops NOTE THE SCREW

POSITION,

d, Turn mixture screw counterclockwise (Ir_) un-

til the engine begins to run rough. Set mixture

screw between the two positions

e, Push throttle lever to "'FAST" detent (not

"CHOKE"). If engine runs rough make small ad-

justments on mixture screw until engine runs

smoothly,

f. If engine idles too fast or too slow, adjust idle

with idle speed stop screw.

g High speed stop is factory adjusted. DO NOTAD.

JUST -DAMAGE MAY RESULT

14. Replace Spark Plug

Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing seas-

on or every lOO hours, whichever comes first. Gap should

be set at &030 inch (Fig. 20).

MIXTURE"

SCREW

15, Adjust Valves on Engine

After approximately 200 hours of operation, the engine

valves will require adjustmenL It is suggested that a Sears

Service Center do this work: Correct settings are: Intake -

,002, Exhaust-.004,

_- FUEL

LINE

CLAMP

THROTi"LE

LEVER I

'HOLES "A"

/

=PLATE

/

FUEL

FILTER

FIGURE 19

.S30"FEELER

GAUGE

FIGURE 20

18

FtEPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

16. Motion Drive Belt Removal

The tractor drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the

tractoronlevelarea Engageparkingbrake NOTE: ABELT

INSTALLATION DECAL IS UNDER LEFT FOOTREST

a Remove mower (See mower section, Following

page 2o). CLUTCH

PUL

ENGINE

PULLEY /

DRIVE BELT

INSTALLATION

DECAL

b Remove two retainersprings frombeltguide bracket

below transaxle pulley. Remove bracket (Fig, 21).

c. Swing belt guides away from belt, toward rear of

tractor (Fig. 21)_

d. Roll belt over top of transaxle pulley.

e Roll belt over engine pulley and off idler (Fig. 22)

fRelease parking brake. Pull belt as far as possible

over top of clutch pulley.

g Reset parking brake. Pull belt over top of clutch

pulley (Fig 22)

h Pullbelt out through shift gate to remove from tractor

(Fig, 23)

Install belt by reversing above procedure,

BELT GUIDE

REAR

VIEWED FROM BOTTOM OF TRACTOR

FIGURE 22

NOTE: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTED IN MANUAL°

BELT

GUIDE_

TRANSAXLE

PULLEY

BELT

SHIFT GATE

FIGURE 23

I

RETAINER BELT GUIDE RETAINER

SPRING BRACKET SPRING

FIGURE 21

19

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

17. Fuse Replacement

Replace with 30 amp automotive -type plug-in fuse_

18, Hood Removal

a. To raise hood, lift at rear of hood,.

b. To remove hood, grill and side panels, raise hood

and loosen one screw on each side panel (This

screw remains in the side panel) (Fig. 24).

FIGURE 24

HEADLIGHT

CONNECTION

/

c. Unsnap headlight connection (Fig. 25)_

d. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood and tilt forward

and lift off (Fig. 25).

e. To reinstall, reverse above procedure.

19. Mower Removal

ao Remove mower belt per instructions under "Mower

Drive Belt Removal" through step(c).

b. Remove retainer spring from clutch rod; pull clutch

rod out of clutch brackeL(Fig. 26)

cPuff retainer springs out of fear suspension trun-

nions. Remove rear suspensions trunnions from lift

brackets (Fig. 26).

d, Pull retainer spring out of rear hinge pin, Remove

rear hinge pin.(Fig, 26)

e. Pull retainer spring out of front hinge pin_ Remove

front hinge pin (Figo26).

_GURE 25

R_N.

SUSPENSION

RE'JAINER ARM RETAINER

SPRING SPRINGS

/

E

LIFT

BRACKET

FIGURE 26

f.

NOTE:

2O

Use lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower

out from under tractor.

IF AN ATTACHMENTOTHER THAN THE MOWER

DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

THE L.H. AND R.H. SUSPENSION ARMS (FIG. 26)

SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM TRACTOR.

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

20. Mower Installation

Your Mower instafls without the use of tools Raise Attach-

ment Lift Lever (Fig 27) to its highest position Turn height

adjustment knob to lowest position (Fig 28)

aSlide Mower under tractor, discharge guard to RH

Side

b Install front hinge pin through axle and parallel link

(Fig 29). Secure with retainer spring

c Installrear hinge pin through mower lift brackets and

parallel link (Fig 29) Secure with retainer spring.

d Install clutch rod in clutch lever (Fig 29)

e_ Move Attachment lift lever (Fig 27) forward to lower

suspension arms Slide trunnions through lift

bracket holes and secure with retainer springs (Fig

26.1

f Roll belt over engine pulley, Make sure belt is

inside belt guides (Fig 28) See belt drive sche-

matl_ decal on mower housing

g Use Attachment lift lever (Fig. 27) to raise mower.

h Turn height adjustment knob clockwise (._ to the

middle of its travel, or to desired cut height (Fig 28)

\\

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER LIFT LEVER

POSITION

FIGURE 2 7

ENGINE_

IELT PULLEY

2 I, Mower Drive Belt Removal

NOTE: MOWER BELT INSTALLATION DECAL LOCATED

ON MOWER HOUSING.

REPLACE ONLY WITH THE BELTS SPECIFIED IN THIS

MANUAL.

C,

d.

Place attachment clutch lever in "Disengaged"posi-

tion (Fig, 27),,

Turn height adjustment knob to lowest position,

Move Attachment lift lever (Fig_ 27) forward to lower

mower to its Iowest position,

Roll belt off engine pulley (Fig 28),

Pull belt off both mandrels,

Spring belt guide away form idler pulley and pull belt

off idler pulley.

f, Slide belt from under extension spring

21

CLUTCH

ROD

FIGURE 2 8

PARALLEL RETAINER

RETAINER LINK FRONT _PRtNGS

SPRING _ AXLE

REAR

HINGE

PIN

J

FRONT

HINGE

PIN

FIGURE 29

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

ROLT_

\L.H.

BRACKET

FIGURE 30

22. Mower Drive Belt Replacement

a. Slide belt under extension spring (Fig 30)

b. Place belt on rear side of both mandrels.

c. Spring idler belt guide down and place belt around

rear side of idler pulley°

d. Rofl belt over engine pulley.

e,, Make sure belt is inside all belt guides_

23. Mower Drive Belt Adjustment

Your tractor has been manufactured with the ability to read-

just the mower belt drive to provide you with longer bell fife

ff the attachment clutch lever travels 3- I/2" up the slot in the

dash before spring resistance is evident, adjustment is nec.

essaty. NOTE: CHECK FOR PROPER SPRINGTENSION

WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE LIFT LEVER IN THE

HIGHEST POSITION,

ao Lower the mower deck for easier access_

b. Using (2) 1/2 wrenches, remove the bolt, nut &D.

shaped washers (Fig. 30 ÷Inset).

c. Move extension spring from lower end of slot to

upper end in rock shaft assembly and install bolt, nut

& the D-shaped washers.

d. TightenboltandnuttosecuretheD-shapedwashers

(flat side down).

LIFT

PLUNGER

LIFT

LEVER

BOTTOM

OF CURL

SIDE-TO SIDE

BOTTOM

CURL

NOTE: WHEN INSTALLING A NEW BELT, EXTENSION

SPRING MUST BE RETURNED TO LOWER END

OF SLOT (ORIGINAL POSITION) ON ROCK

SHAFT ASSEMBLY.

24. Level Mower Housing

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tire pressures are 14 PSI in front tires

and 12 PSI in rear tires. If tires are over or under inflated, you

will not properly adjust your mower.

GROUND

LINE

FIGURE 31

SIDE-TO.SIDE

ADJUSTMENT

TRUNNION

GROUND Side-to.Side Mower Adjustment

a. Depress lift lever plunger and use lift lever to raise

mower to maximum cutting heighL

bo Measure height frem bottom of curl to ground line at

front of mower. Distance "A" should be the same on

both sides (Fig. 31)_

c_ ffdistance"A"needstobechanged, snapoutaccess

hole cover on L.H. side above footresL Use 9/16"

wrench on nuts "B"and "C" at side-to-side adjust-

ment trunnion (Fig. 32).

do To raise left side of mower; loosen nut "B"and tighten

nut "C"

e. To lower left side of mower; loosen nut "C" and

tighten nut "B't

22

_GURE 32

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: ONE ROTATION OF ADJUSTMENT NUTS IS

EQUIVALENT TO APPROXIMATELY 3/16"

HEIGHT CHANGE

f Be sure all nuts are securely tightened

g Replace cover

Front-To-Rear Mower Adjustment

a To obtain the best cutting results, your mower hous-

ing should be adjusted so the front and rear flange

distance "D" (Fig 33) is 1/2" lower in front when the

mower is positioned in the highest cutting position

NOTE: MEASURE DISTANCE "D" FROM

GROUND LINE TO BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT

REAR FLANGE AND COMPARE TO DISTANCE

"D" AT BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT FRONT

FLANGE

b To raise rear of mower, loosen nut "E" on both rear

suspension arms .Screw both nuls "F" up EQLJAL

NUMBER OF TURNS (Fig 34)

cWhen distance "D" is 1/2" lower at front than rear

tighten nuts "E",

dTo Iowerrearofmower, loosen nut "F"on both rear

suspension arms an EQLIAL NUMBER OF TURNS

(Fig. 34)_

e When distance "D" is 1/2" lower at front than rear,

retighten nuts "E'"

NOTE: WHEN ADJUSTING REAR SUSPENSION TRUN-

NIONS, ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SO

MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL.

25. Storage

Removemowerfromtractorforwinterstorage. Whenmower

is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Give blades and underside of

housing a good coat of grease or rust preventativeo Store in

a clean dry area.

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'_ ARM

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REAR

SUSPENSION

TRUNNION

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REAR NUT 'E RM

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RGURE 34

A. Fuel System

NOTE: GASOLINE STORAGE STABILIZER (SUCH AS

STA-BIL) MUST BE ADDED TO GASOLINE WHEN

STORING UNIT. SUCH AN ADDITIVE WILL MINI-

MIZE FUEL GUM DEPOSITS PREVENTING A

CLOGGED FUEL SYSTEM.

Run engine 10 minutes after adding STA-BIL to gasoline to

allow additive to reach carburetor

It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essen-

tial fuel system parts such as the 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, Acidic gas can damage the

fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage

of 30 days or longer, 23

B_

C,

On

Engine 011

Drain (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil, (See chart page 16)

Cylinder

1_ Remove spark plug.

2, Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole into

cylinder

3, Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few

seconds to distribute oil.

4 Replace with new spark plug

Battery

1Prior to storage, clean terminals and top of battery

General Cleaning

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc of all foreign

matter

F. Store in a clean, dry area

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

LUBRICATIONCHART

SPINDLE

_FRONT WHEEL

BEARING

®

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PIVOT

_-_ ATTACHMENT LIFT_

_J ARM \

AXLE PIVOT;

!

SPINDLE _1_

_FRONT WHEEL

BEARING

CLUTCH PIVOT _)

@

@

ATTACHMENT LIFT ARM @

MOWER CLUTCH

PIVOT @

SAE 30 MOTOR OIL

(_ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

REFER TO PAGE 16 FOR ENGINE

OIL SPECIFICATIONS.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

WILL NOT START

WILL NOT TURN OVER

PROBLEM CAUSE/REMEDY (SEE INDEX)

Push Clutch/Brake Pedal into Brake Position.

Move Attachment Clutch Lever to "Disengaged Position

Fill Fuel Tank with Gasollna, Check Fuel Line and Carburetor

(clean If necessary) Replace Fuel Filter

Check fuse for fault and replace

Recharge or replace Battery

Check Wiring

Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap

Adjust valves.

Charge Battery

Replace Ignition Switch

Depress Clutch/Brake Pedal

Disengage Attachment Clutch Lever

Replace Interlock Switch

Replace Solenoid

Replace Fuse

Check All Wire Connections

Replace Starter

ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START Chargeor Replace Battery

HARD TO START

ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER

ENGINE OVERHEATS

NO LIGHTS

WON'T CHARGE

OPERA TOR PRESENCE SYSTEM WILL NOT SHUT DOWN

WHEN OPERA TOR LEA VES SEA T_

Note: This tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing syetem_ Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the enigne running and the attchment clutch engaged will shut

down the engine.

Piece Throttle Control in "FAST" position

and run starter several times to clear out gas

Remove and clean Fuel Tank and lines,, Replace Fuel Filler

Remove Air Filter and clean

Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap

Replace Battery

Check the wiring and Spark Plug

Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor, use fresh fuel and

replace Spark Plug

Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor

Adjust valves

Major Engine Overhaul

Shift to a lower gear or reduce load

Remove and clean Fuel Tank; replace Fuel Filter

Remove and clean Air Cleaner

Make necessary carburetor adjustments

Clean Air Screen

Add or change oil

Replace Spark Plug

Check Spark Plug and check for loose wires

Major Engine overhaul

Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor and refill

Adjust valves

Clean Air Screen

Add or change oil

Clean Engine Cooling Fine

Remove and clean Muffler or replace

Remove and clean Air Filter

Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor

Check Fuse, Switch and wire connections. Replace

Headlight Bulbs

Check Fuse and replace

Replace Battery

Replace Regulator

Replace Alternator

Engage attachment clutch

Check aft wire connections

Check seat switch Check operator presence relay

Check PTO Switch

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TROUBLESHOOTING

UNSATISFACTORY MOWER PERFORMANCE

UNEVEN DISTRIBUTION OF CLIPPINGS

Chock air pressure in tires

Chock front to roar and side to side mower adjust-

ment

Use a slower ground speed

Check engines RPM's (refer to Carburetor Adjustment)

Replace mower blades

Relnstafl mower blades with top of blade up

Replace with proper mower blades

Re-adjust mower drive belt

Install new Mower Drive Belt

Reinstall Mower DHve Belt

MOWER BLADES WILL NOT ROTATE Adjust Mower Drive Belt

Replace Frozen Mandrel

Replace Frozen Idler Pufloy

Replace Bent or Unbalanced Blades

EXCESSIVE MOWER VIBRATION Replace Mandrel. Straighten Deck or replace

WIND ROWING STRIPPING OR DROPPING Let grass dry out

Clean underside of Mower Deck

OF GRASS CLIPPINGS ReadjustMower

UNEVEN CUT OR SCALPING Readjust Mower

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SCHEMATIC

RED BLACK

FUSE

30 AMP

OB

E

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POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M-G

ON B-L

START B-S

S

MC

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RED

SWITCH

INTERLOCKSW,TCHESI II

CLUTCH/BRAKE ATT'MENT CLUTCH."

{PEDAL UP) (CLUTCH OFF) I I I

WH,TE__ s

BLACK |

SEAT

,_ tSWITCH

_._J IGNITION L (NOT OCCUPIED)

BLACK_ UNIT , F

BLACK

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( _I RED

BLACK O O

BLACK SPARK PLUG

DIODE

__2 CHARGING

COIL

03 AMPS DC VOLTS AC (MINI

AT 3600 RPM. BATTERY IN LINE

ORANGE

LIGHT Z I _Iv

SW,TCH _olHEA_HTSI_

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

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Spark Arrester Screen Assembly

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12 H.P. 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR,-MODEL NUMBER 917.254244

DRIVE

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO, NO, NO

2

3

4

12O358X

105731X

120374K

STD551143

Engine, 12 H.P. Tecumseh

Model No. 143386012

Pulley, Engine

Valve, Drain Oil

"Washer, Lock 7/16

5 74770728 Bolt, Hex7/16-20x1.3/4

6 120302X V-Be#, Drive

710BB35X Muffler

8 2949R Gasket

9 I01326L Deflector, Muffler

10 71070510 Hax Hd Cap Screw 5/16.18 x S/8

11 STD551131 Washer, Lock5/16

12 101200K Sr_acer

13 2751R ClliiD

15 17490628 _crew, Hex Washer Thd Rolling

3/8-16xl-3/4

16STD551125 •Washer, Lock 1/4

19 110195X

20 STD523727

21 73680600

22 STD580025

23 105703X

24 12000028

25 109167)(

26 STD523710

27 17490512

28 108171X

29 I09368X

30 4921H

31 106190)(

32 STD523107

33 73680500

34 109370X

35 109369X

36 106157X

37 STD523707

38 19252616

39 I06933X

40 110458X

41 71040412

42 105701X

43 STD561210

44 19151216

45 I04777X

46 17490612

47 19131312

48 I05730X

Transaxle Foote, 6Speed, Model No.

4150_40 (see pages 40 and 41 for

parts breakdown)

*Bolt, Flex 3/8 -16 x 2 -3/4

Nut, Lock 3/8 -16

•Key, Woodruff #9 3/16 x3/4

Pulley, Transaxle

Ring, Retainer

Bracket, Transaxle

•Bolt, Hex 3/8 -16 x I

Screw, Flex Washer Thread Rolling

5/16 -18 x 3/4

Support, Battery

Keeper, Belt, L H

Retainer, Spring

Clamp

"Bolt, Hex 5/16 -18 x3/4

Nut, Lock 5/16 -18

Strap, Locator

Keeper, Belt, R.H

Strap, Torque, Transaxle

"Bolt, Flex 3/8 -16 x3/4

Washer 25/32 x1-5/8 x16 Ga.

Knob, Shift

Rod, Shift

Bolt -Flex I/4-28 x 3/4

Washer -Shift, Plate

•Cotter Pin, I/B x I

Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga

Retainer, Belt

Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Rolling 3/8

16 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

Keeper, Belt, Engine

49 109070X Retainer Belt

50 4470J Spacer

5f4859J Idler, Flat

52 106298X Pulley, Idler

53 t05705X Bellcrank Assembly (inc. Key No. 88)

54 STD523715 "Bolt, Hex 3/8 -16 x!_I/2

55 I05709X Spring, Return, Clutch

56 1I0812X Washer, Hardened

57 12000039 Ring, Klip

58 I05710X Link, Clutch

59 76020412 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

60 105724)( Bracket, Clutch

61 109127X Rod, Brake

62 106888X Spring, Rod, Brake

63 73350600 Nut • Jam 3/8 - 16

64 19131316 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 16 Ga.

65 I05758X Rod, Brake, Parking

66 71673 Cap _Plunger

67 109037X Shaft, Foot Pedal

6B 8883R Cover -Pedal

69 19252016 Washer 25/32 x 1 - 1/4 x 16 Ga

70 5TD571810 "Pin, Roll, 3/16 x 1

71 106916X Arm, Brake

73 STD580705 •Key, Square 3/16 x 2

74 I04757X Cap, Hub, Rear

75 59192 Cap, Valve

76 65139 Stem, Valve

77 106268)( Tire, Rear -18 x 950 x 8

78 I06108X Rim Assembly, Rear

79 I09502X Spacer

80 6404J Spacer, Engine Pulley

81 12000001 E-Ring

82 105842X Strap, Torque, Transaxle

86 STD533707 *Bolt, Carriage 3/8 -16 x3/4

87 110422X Sf_r_ -Brake

88 105706X Beanng

B9 I06499X Retainer *Belt

93 17450808 Screw -Spider Lock #8 x1/2 1/2 AB

96 I05700X

97 I06919X

98 19091210

99 11050600

100 7152J

101 106157X

102 677V1

Spring

Plate. Shift

Washer 9/32 x 3/4x 10 Ga,

Washer, Lock, Ext, Tooth 3/8

Tube. Tire (not furnished with tractor)

Plate -Torque Strap

Spark Arrester Screen Assembly

"STANDARD HARDWARE-oPURCHASE LOCALLY

A B D

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STEERING AND FRONT AXLE

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO, NO. NO,

1

2

3

4

5

6

8

9

109283X012

74180512

73510500

109816X

120139X

17720408

I05621X

17190508

lO 110657)(012

11 17490608

12 2751R

13 105870X

14 I00710L

15 73940800

16 100712K

17 100713N

18 100711L

19 109285X

20 105643X

21 STD523712

22 73680600

23 98000165

24 108456X

25 109284X

26 I09432X

27 17490612

28 62661-1

29 108684X

30 106126)(

31 12000029

32 101930X

33 109068X

Dash

Screw - Truss Hd. Cross Recess

5/16. 18 x 3/4

Nut - Keps 5/16 - 18

Nyliner, Snap In

Control *Throttle

Screw -Hex Thread Cut_

1/4 -20 xI/2

Dash -Lower

Screw - Hex Washer Hd. Thread Cut.

5/16- 18 x I/2

Saddle

Screw- Hex Washer lid. Thread

Ro11_9 3/8 .16 x 1/2

Clip -Insulated

Decal -Cap, Steering Wheel

Insert - Steering Wheel

Nut -Hex Jam Lock 1/2 -20

Washer

Wheel -Steering

Adapter -Steering Wheel

Sleeve -Steering

Shaft -Steermg Upper

"Bolt -Hex 3/8 -16 x 1 -I/4

Nut _Lock 3/8 _I5

Screw TFlex Self Tap. No.

10- 16 x 1/2

Decal -Instruction, Operating

Bushing -Steering

Bracket -Steering

Screw -Hex Washer Thread Rolling

3/8 -16 x3/4 Type TT

Bearing - Thrust

Gear -Sector

Key -Woodruff

Klip Ring

Washer, Hardened

Shaft _Steering, Lower

34 2882J

35 74580

36 71208

37 I08683X

38 105663X

39 I05664X

40 74761060

41 105669X

43 11043BX

44 73901000

45 17490508

46 I08685X

47 3366R

48 105715X

49 120382X

50 19131416

51 76020412

52 STD551137

53 STD541137

54 I05727X

55 I05656X

56 105654X

57 278H

58 9040H

59 I06732X

60 59192

61 65139

62 I06222X

63 19252016

64 104757X

65 59904

66 110130X

67 71150500

68 110307X

69 61159

70 19252616

71 19272016

Pin .Drive 3/16 x 1

Spacer .627 x.88 x.695

Bushing

Rod. Steering

Support -Saddle, Rear

Support. Saddle, Front

Bolt - Flex 5/8 -11 x 3.3/4

Axle *Front

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle

Nut - Lock, Flange 5/8 -11

Screw -Hex Washer Thread Rolling

5/16 -18 x I/2 Type TT

Gear, Pinion

Bearing

Red. Tie

Bushing

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga,

Pin _Cotter I/8 x 3/4

"Washer - Lock 3/8

°Nut. Hex 3/8 - 24

Link - Drag

Spindle -L,H,

Spindle. R,H.

Fitting. Grease

Bearing - Flange

Rim - 6" - Front

Cap. Valve

Stem .Valve

Tire -Turf

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x16 Ga

Cap - Hub, Front

Tube -Front (Not furnished with

tractor)

Retainer, Steering

Washer, Lock, Into Tooth 5/16

Stop -Mower, Clutch Lever

Knob - Throttle Control

Washer 25,,'32x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga,

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4x 16 Ga,.

'STANDARD HARDWARE-PURCHASE LOCALLY

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LIFT ADJUSTMENT

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LIFT ADJUSTMENT

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO_ NO. NO.

I

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

I06448X Lever, Clutch, Mower 31 105768X

I06932X Knob 32 I05723X

106451X Bolt, Shoulder 33 I09413X

73680600 Nut, Lock, 3/8 -16 34 4939M

I06452X Bracket, Switch, InterlQck 35 110029X

19171713 Washer 17/32x I .1/16x 13Ga. 36 I06204X

17021008 Screw, Hex, Tapping, No. 10.24 x 37 I05855X

I/2 38 I05862X

106447X Support, Lever, Clutch 39 105848X

109462)( Cap, Fuel 40 105863X

I09202X Tank, Fuel 41 106308X

101335K Line, Fuel 42 STD541250

9151R Grommet 43 9135R

6999R Clamp -Hose 44 19171516

17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Rolling 45 4921H

3/6 -16 x 3/4 46 105864X

I06901X Clamp - Tank, Fuel 47 I06444X

106920X Panel, Dash, L H, 48 STD523707

I05505X Cover, Access 49 10972BX

106921X Panel, Dash, R.H. 50 76020412

19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1 .. 1/4x 16 Ga. 51 I06446X

12000022 ERing 52 19131410

100734K Knob 53 6320R

STD541237 *Nut, Flex Jam 3/8 -16 54 105764X

1I0809X Red, Adjust, Lift

76020308 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2 55 I05767X

2876H Spring 56 I06810X

19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 57 72140606

110810X Trunnion. Depth Stop 58 I08236X

19151216 Washer15/32x3/4x16Ga. 59 110807)(

12000037 Klip Ring 60 110739)(

120420X Shaft, Lift 61 73980600

Lever, Assembly

Plunger

Grip, Handle

Retainer, Spring

Link, Lift

Trunnion, Lift

Link, Lift, Adjustable

Arm, Suspension, RoH.

Bolt, Shoulder, 3/8- 16

Arm, Suspension, L.H.

Trunnion, Lift, Lower

*Nut *Flex I/2- 13

Retainer, Spring

Washer 17/32x 15/16 x 16 Ga.

Retainer, Spring

Bracket, Suspension

Bracket, Bellcrank

• Bolt, Hex 3/8 -16 x 3/4

Bellcrank Assembly

Pin, Cotter, 1/8 x 3/4

Rod, Clutch, Primary

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.

Clip - Insulated

Red Assembly -Lever, Lift

(Includes Key 32)

Pin -Groove

Spring -Extension

Screw 3/8-16 x3/4

Bracket -Switch

Nut -Special

Washer- Spdng

Nut -Flangolock 3/8.16

"STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

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38" MOWER

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OWNERS MANUAL FOR BLADE PART

NUMBER.

REPAIR PARTS

12 H.P. 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.254244

38" MOWER

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO NO_

1 I06085X V.Belt 38 106634X

2 105689X Housing 39 19132012

3 8417J Runner, RoH. 40 STD551137

4 73680600 Nut, Lock, 3/8 -16 41 STD623715

5 19111216 Washer 11/32x3/4x 16Ga 42 I08250X

6 72140505 Bolt, Cart., 5/16 - 18 x 5/8 43 108235X

7 105896)( Bracket, Deflector 44 4921H

8 110452X Pushnut 45 STD560907

9 106734X Spring, Deflector 46 I09892X

10 106735X Rod-Hinge 47 76020616

11 106736X Deflector-Shield 48 108247)(

12 I05814X Decal 49 72140606

13 105304X Cap 50 I08243X

14 I05662X Link, Parallel 51 I08241X

15 I05744X Pin -Hinge, Front 52 105857X

16 I05872X Stop, Link 53 108673X

17 105743X Pin. Hinge, Rear 54 I06578X

18 8TD523707 "Bolt 3/8 -16 x3/4 55 I06463X

19 73680500 Nut, Lock 5/16 -18 56 108249X

20 109598X Bracket, Lift, R,H 57 106456X

21 I09597X Bracket, Lift, L.H 58 100672K

22 STD533107 °Be!t, Carr. 5/16 - 18 x3/4 59 100673L

23 3713J Instruction-CautionDecal 60 19131614

24 109503X Support, Arm 61 74760684

25 109504X Stop, Deck, Front 62 7631J

26 109984X Decal -Safety Standard 63 19 t11016

27 106461X Guide Belt 64 72140610

28 STD523722 Bolt Hex 3/8 -16 x 2-I/4 65 78850

29 108832X Arm, Idler 66 STD551037

30 106902X Spacer -Retainer 69 19132012

31 102403X Pulley -Idler 70 106679X

32 106513X Washer, Wear, 1/16 71 76020308

33 102669X Keeper, Belt 72 72110506

34 10589 IX Mandrel Assembly 73 STD522507

35 I00668L Plate, Support, Mandrel 74 I09893X

36 17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Hd 3/8 . 16 x3/4 75 73680400

37 17490620 Screw, Flex Washer Hd_ 3/8 .16 x 76 19131407

I - I/4 77 110445X

** Blade

Washer 13/32x I - I/4 x12Ga

•Washer, Lock 3/8

• Bolt, Hex, 3/8 -24 x 1- 1/2 Gr 5

Spring, Extension

Rod *Clutch, Mower

Spring -Retainer

•Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4

Reck Shaft Assembly

Pin, Cotter, 3/16 x 1

Rod, Brake, Primary

"Bolt, Cart. 3/8- 16 x 3/4

Bracket, Pivot, RoH.

Bracket, Pivot, L.H,

Bracket, Suspension, Rear, R,H,

Bracket, Suspension, Rear, L H.

Brake Assembly

Rod, Brake, Secondary L.H.

Rod, Brake, Secondary, RH

Bracket, Brake, Pivot

Spacer, Brake

Bracket, Support

Washer 13/32 xIx14 Ga,

Bolt, 3/8 _16 x 5 -1/4

Runner, L,H.

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Carro 3/8 -16 x 1 _1/4

Decal- Warning

"Washer 13/32x 13/16 x16 Ga_

Washer 13732 x1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

Decal- Warning

Pin, Cotter, 3/32 x 1/:z

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x3/4

"Bolt Hex I/4-20 x3/4

Washer, Special

Nut, Lock I/4-20

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 7 Ga.

L,H. Mandrel Support

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TRANSAXLE

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54

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60

38" 46

65

63 64

66

67 68

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TRANSAXLE

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1105903X Housing, Upper 38 106097X

2 2276J Screw. Tapping, 1/4:20 x 1.31 Lg 38 2264J

3 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 x 875 Lg 38 106098X

4 68003 Ball, Detent 38 2265J

5 105904X Spring, Detent 38 106586X

6 !O5905X Screw, Set 38 106587X

7 22673 Ring, Retaining 38 106588X

6 2233J Washer, Plain, ,632 x 1,00 x _O20 38 2263J

8 2232J Washer, Plain, .632 x 1,O0 x 026 39 105933X

8 2231J Washer, Plain, ,632 x 100 x ,031 40 105934X

8 2230J Washer, Plain, ,632 x 1,00x 036 41 106589X

8 22293 Washer, Plain, 632 x 1,00 x .041 42 106130X

8 22283 Washer, Plain, .632 x 1.00 x r046 43 105937X

822273 Washer, Plain, _632 x 1.O0 x ,050 44 110469X

8 2226J Washer, Plain, 632 x 1.00 x _060 45 2226J

6 I05906X Washer, Plain, 632 x 1_00 x .082 46 2272J

9 6725J O-Ring 47 2264J

10 2228J Washer, Plain, ,632 x 1 00 x .046 48 110080X

11 2257J Key, Woodruff, #9 49 110081X

12 3331J Ass'y, Kit, Input Shaft 50 105941X

13 2287J Pinion, Bevel, 16T. 51 110071X

14 2286J Ring, Retaining 52 110072X

15 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 53 110082X

16 105911X Bearing, Flange 54 110083X

17 110463X Gear, Spur, 13T 55 110475X

18 105913X Collar, Clutch 56 108987X

19 110464X Key, Clutch 57 110476X

20 110465X Key, Woodruff, #3, Special 58 108955X

21 110466X Shaft, Intermediate 59 64260

22 2244J Key, Woodruff #61 60 108989X

23 105916X Ring, Retaining 61 110477X

24 110467X Sprocket, 18T 62 108991X

25 110070X Spacer 63 108992X

26 108977X Gear, Spur, 37T. 64 110074X

27 109001X Gear, Spur, 35T 65 108994X

28 108979X Gear, Spur, 30T 66 108995X

29 10898OX Gear, Spur, 25T 67 108996X

30 108998X Gear, Spur, 22T 68 73810500

31 108455X Gear, Spur, 19T, 69 108727X

32 105925X Washer, Plain, 640 x1.37 x .061 70 106596X

33 110468X Ass'y, Gear, Comb, 12T & 37T

34 105927X Shaft, Idler

35 106151X Gear, Spur, 15T Use

36 105928X Sprocket, 9T *° Not

37 110478X Gear, Bevel, 42T.

38 108983X Washer, Plain, 758 x 1 12 x 010

38 105930X Washer, Plain, 758 x 1 12 x 015

38 105931X Washer, Plain, _758 x 1 12 x .020

38 105932X Washer, Plain, 758 x t 12 x.025

38 3417J Washer, Plain, .758 x 125 x 020

Washer, Plain, 758 x1,25 x 025

Washer, Plain, .758 x 1.25 x rO31

Washer, Plain, 758 x 1,25 x 035

Washer, Plain, 758 x 1.25 x 040

Washer, Plain, ,758 x 1.25 x ,045

Washer, Plain..758 x 125 x ,050

Washer, Plain, .758 x 1,25 x .055

Washer, Plain, .758 x 1,25 x ,062

Gear, Spur, 12T,

Gear, Spur, 20T

Gear. Spur, 253"

Gear, Spur, 28T

Gear, Spur. 31T

Shaft, Drive

Washer, Plain, ,640 x 1D0 x _060

Seal, Felt

Washer, Plain, _758 x 125 x .031

Axle, L,H.

Gear, Miter, 15T.

Ring, Retaining, Spirolox •

Gear, Spur, 32T.

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15T

Axle, RH

Ass'y,, Shifter

Cap, Support

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Ass'y, .Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Lever, Actuating

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Spacer, .323 x 563 x 1 O0 Lg,

Screw, Tapping. 5/16_18 x 2 50 Lg

Washer. Plain, .321 x 1 O0 x 055

Nut, Lock, 5/16-24

V-Ring

Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 x 144 Lg

in various combinations to maintain proper clearances

sold separately -Order Key No 12

41

REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE

12 H.P. 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.254244

ENGINE TECUMSEH -MODEL NUMBER 143.386012

MODEL and SERIAL )-_- 115

NUMBERS HERE

13

6564,

81 70'

\_74

"- 76

134133

132 131

_121

_! 20

19A

I

126 _19

/

42

REPAUR PARTS

12 H.P. 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,254244

ENGINE TECUiViSEH -MODEL NUMBER 143.386012

ENGINE

Ref.

No.

1

2

3

4

6

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

19

19

19A

19A

19A

20

20

20

21

22

23

23A

24

25

26

27

28

28A

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

43

44

45

45A

46

47

49

50

51

52

Part

No.

35323A

28277

35324

35520

29916

650548

35521

35319

35326

65O561

35336A

35327

27652

29826

3O322

29918

29216

29642

35339

3534O

35341

35329

35430

35431

34866

34867

34868

31919

35330A

650908

650882

35313

35314A

35315

35316

650128

30063

"35317

35318

31356

31927

35319

35320

31707A

35479

35321

35322

29193

650833

32589

611093

650880

650881

35135

610118

650872

650814

"35306

35307

730218

792035

P_tName

Cylinder Assy, (IncL Nos 88- 13)

Washer, Flat

Rod, Governor

Lever, Governor

Clamp, Governor lever

Screw, Hex washer hd, 8-32 x 5/16

Spring, Control

Seal, Oil

Baffle, Blower housing

Screw, Hex washer hd. Durlok, 1/4-20

x 5/8

Crankshaft Assy.

Gear, Counterbalance

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Hex washer hd, 10-32 x 3/4

Locknut, Hex "Keps", 8-32

Washer, E.T. Lock #8

Locknut, Hex "Keps", 10-32

Ring, Retaining

Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assy. (Std) (Incl.

Nos. 19A, 20 8. 21)

Piston, Pin 8 Ring Assy, (.010 over-

size) (IncL Nos. 19A, 20 8. 21)

Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assy. (.O3Oover-

size) (Incl. Nos 19A, 20 8- 21)

Piston 8. Pin Assy (Std) (Incl. No, 21)

Piston 8. P_n Assy. (_010 oversize)

(Incl, No 21)

Piston 8. Pin Assy (020 oversize)

(Incl No 21)

Ring Set, Piston (Std.)

Ring Set, Piston (010 oversize)

Ring Set, Piston (020 oversize)

Ring, Piston pin retaining

Rod Assy, Connecting (Incl No 23 8-

23A)

Screw, Connecting rod

Screw, Connecting rod

Lifter, Valve

Camshaft Assy (Mech Compression

Release) (Incl No 24)

Weight Assy, Counterbalance

Extension, Blower housing

Screw, Fil hd Seres, 10-24 x 1/2

Screw, Hex hd Sems, 1/4-20 x 1/2

Gasket, Mounting flange

Flange, Mounting (Incl Nos 28A, 32,

33 8. 34)

Pump Assy., Oil

Plug, Oil drain (square hd, 3/18-18)

Seal, Oil

Shaft, Governor

Spacer Assy, Governor

Washer, Fiat

Gear Assy, Governor

Spool, Governor

Ring, Retaining

Screw, Hex washer hd Powerlok,

1/4-20 x 1-3/16

Key, Flywheel

Flywheel

Washer, Lock

Nut, Flywheel (Hex, 5/8-18)

Solid State Assy.

Cover, Spark plug

Stud., Solid state assy

Screw, Hex hd Sems, 10-24 x 1

Gasket, Cylinder head

Head Assy, Cylinder

Valve Guide Kit (Inc! 2 of No. 52)

Ring, Retaining

Ref.

No.

53

53

54

54

55

56

57

58

59

6O

6OA

61

62

63

64

65

66

67

68

69

70

71

72

73

74

75

76

77

79

79

8O

43

81

82

83

84

85

86

87

88

89

90

90A

91

92

93

94

94A

94B

94C

95

96

97

98

99

100

101

102

103

Part

No.

35308

35433

35309

35432

650691

650_3O

650746

65O692

34046

t'33481

1"'33481

35475

35310

t'33484

650168

32610A

t'336o9

t'34410

33510

33507

33508

t'35295

35296

650878

35297

35298

t'28264

35466

t*35299A

35300

t'650879

t'650903

*27896

28423

28424

28425

35350

650128

35301

650128

650517

35043

*33263

35304

35522

35524

33802

650777

35525

35523

650902

792028

"33515

35288

650738

35338A

30688

29747B

P_tName

Valve, Exhaust (Std.)

Valve, Exhaust (1/32" oversize)

Valve, Intake (Std.)

Valve, Intake ( 1/32" over._ize)

Washer, Flat

Washer, Beneville

Screw, Hex hal, 5/16-19 x 1-3/8

Screw, Hex hd., 5/16-18 x 1-3/4

Resistor Spark Plug (Champion RL-

86C or equivalent)

"0" Ring

"0" Ring

Tube, Push rod

Housing, Rocker arm

"O" Ring

Washer, Flat

Screw, Flanged hex hd, 1/4-20 x

29/32

"O" Ring {Intake)

"O" Ring (Exhaust)

Cap, Valve spring

Spring, Valve

Keeper valve retainer 8. cap set

"0" Ring

Guide, Push rod

Stud, Rocker arm

Arm, Rocker

Bearing, Rocker arm

Nut Assy. (Encl No 81)

Rod, Push

"0" Ring

Cover, Rocker arm housing

Screw, Truss hd. w/sealing

Loekwasher, 8-32 x 1/2

Nut, Hex jam

Gasket, Valve cover

Body, Breather

Element, Breather

Cover, Valve spring box

Tube, Breather

Screw, Fil hd Sems, 10-24 x 1/2

Extension, BIower housing

Screw, Fil hd. Sems, 10-24 x I/2

Screw, Fil fle_ hd, 1/4-20 x 7/8

Tube, Carburetor

Gasket, Carburetor to intake pipe

Pipe, Intake

Link, Governor

Bracket Assy, Control {Incl Nos 94A

8. 94B)

Spring, Compression

Screw, Fil hd, 6-32 x 21/32

Link, Control bracket

Link, Governor spring

Screw, Hex washer hd. Sems, 10-32 x

7/16

Screw, Hex hd Seres, 5/16-18 x 7/8

Gasket, Intake plpe

Brace, Intake pipe

Screw, Hex washer spinlock hd

thread forming, 1/4-20 x 5/8

Housing, Blower

Screw, Hex hd Sems, 1/4-20 x 1/2

Screw, Hexhd Sems, 5/16-24x21/32

*indicates Parts Included in

Gasket Set, Ref. No. 174

REPAIR PARTS

12 H.P. 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 317.254244

ENGINE TECUMSEH - MODEL NUMBER 143.386012

ENGINE

81

\

MODELandSERIAL

NUMBERSHERE

51 -ooA \1\

18

13

I

1132B

33

44

REPAaR PARTS

12 H.P. 38" RiDiNG LAWN TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.254244

ENGINE TECUMSEH - MODEL NUMBER 143.386012

ENGINE

Ref. Part

No. No.

104 35290

105 650273

106 30688

115 35411

115A

116 34113

118 29774

119 26460

119A 34279A

120 27793

121 28942

125 35574

126 35576

127 35499

128 34909

129 35106

130 34910

t31 650875

132 *33629

132 35516

132B 30200

133 35286

Part Name

Cover, Cylinder head

Screw, Fil hd Seres, 5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw, Hex hd, Sems, 1/4-20 x 1/2

Screen, Starter

Pop Rivet (Can be purchased locally)

Plug, Blower housing

Line, Fuel

Clamp, Fuel llne

Filter, Fuel (Incl No 119)

Clip, Conduit

Screw, Hex washer hd Sems, 10-32 x

3/8

Tube, Oil fill

Dipstick, Oil

"0" Ring

Body, Air cleaner

Filter, Air cleaner (Flocked)

Element, Air cleaner

Screw, FIL hd Sems, 10-32 x 5-1/4

Gasket, Air cleaner elbow

Bracket

Screw, Hex washer hd, self-tap

Sems, 10-24 x 9/16

Adapter, Air cleaner

!

Ref.

No.

134

135

Part

No.

*34912

650784

136 34911

150 650873

151A 611113

152 610935

153 610921

154 610922

158 35437

159 27275

169 30688

170 34346

171 632469

173 33605

174 35331

175 35332

P_tName

Gasket, Air cleaner

Screw, Hex hd taptite, w/flatwasher,

10-24 x 11/16

Cover, Air cleaner

Screw, Hex hd, Sems, 1/4-20 x 3/4

Coil Assy, Alternator (3 Amp D,C)

(IncL Nos 152, 153 8. 154)

Diode

Connector Body

Terminal, Female

Clip, Oil fill tube

Clip, Wire

Screw, Hex hd Sems, 1/4-20 x 1/2

Decal, instruction

Carburetor (Incl. NOr 91)

Starter Motor (12 Volt)

Gasket Set (Incl items marked *)

"O" Ring Kit (Incl, items marked t)

RPM Settings:

Low Speed, 1700; High Speed, 3500,

*Indicates Parts Included in

Gasket Set, Ref No 174.

tlndicates Parts Included in

Gasket Set, Ref NOr 175

CARBURETOR NO. 632469

31 /4

/--/ 15

_\ SA 11 21---,._

/-

J

ReL Part

No. No. Part Name

1

2

3

4

5

5A

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

21

22

23

24

25

27

29

29A

30

31

632469

632471

632244

632245

650506

630766

630766

650417

632472

632473

632429

630748

631027

631021

631022

632019

631024

631867

27110

632470

630740

632281

631028

631184

631971

631183

630739

631775

Carburetor

Shaft 8- Lever Assy, Throttle

Spring, Throttle return

Shutter, Throttle

Screw, Rd hd., 4-40 x 3/16

Spring, Idle regulating screw

Spring, Main adjustment screw

Screw, Idle regulating

Shaft 8. Lever Assy, Choke

Spring, Return

Shutter, Choke

Plug, Welch

Plug, Welch

Inlet Needle, Seat 8. Clip Assy

Incl, No. 13)

Clip, Inlet needle

Float, Carburetor

Shaft, Float

Bowl, Float

Gasket, Bowl-to-body

Nut, Float bowl

"O'" Ring, Adjustment screw

Screw, Idle adjustment

Gasket, Bowl-to-body

Washer

Seal, Dust

Seal, Dust

Washer, Flat

Fitting, Fuel

45

REPAIR PARTS

12 H.P. 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.254244

ENGINE TECUMSEH - MODEL NUMBER 143.386012

ENGINE

STARTER MOTOR NO. 33605

14

11

18

17

19 33605

. _ 1 33451

I233842

3 33430

i 4 33431

5 33432

t6 33433

7 33450

8 33434

9 33703

10 33759

11 33712

12 33705

13 33440

14 590500

15 3,3449

16 33706

17 650168

18 650723

19 34685

Part Name

Starting Motor, Complete

Cover, Dust

Ring, Retainer

Retainer, Spring

Spring, Anti-drift

Gear

Nut, Engaging

Nut, Lock

Cap Assy. Drive end

Armature

Housing Assy

Card Assy,, Brush (Incl, No. 12)

Brush 8- Spring Kit (Incl. 4 pcs, of

No 13)

Spring, Brush

Washer, Thrust

Bolt, 10-32 x 4-1/4

Cap Assy., Commutator end

Washer, Flat

Nut, Hex

Terminal Insulators

46

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SBGHTDNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATnON

SIGHTING GUIDE

(_0/11

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL

NOT ACROSS HILL

)

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LiNE OR TREE

15 ° MAX.

Operale your Tractor ul) awJ down the faoe of slopes (no{

greater than 15°)_ never across lh_ face. Make tu_r_s g_adLJ-

alIV to prevent tlpp_f1(J or toss ol control. ExercLse _xtref'nu

caullon when chan(jlng (.Jifect_on On Slopes.

OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254244

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

L T 12 HP ELECTRIC START

6SPEED - 38" MOWER

LAWN TRACTOR

The Model Number will be found on the Model Plate attached to

the Fender. Always provide the Model Number when requesting

service or repair parts for your Lawn Tractor

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Service

Center/Departments and most Sears Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-

ING INFORMA TION:

@ THE PART NUMBER

0 THE PART DESCRIPTION

@ THE MODEL NUMBER

• THE NAME OF MERCHANDISE

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Seers

has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians

having the parts, tools and the equipment to insure that we meet

our pledge to you,"We Service What We Sell"_

Sears, Roebuck and Co. Chicago, IL 60684 U S_A..

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