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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254530

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

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12.0 HP RC

ELECTRIC START

38" MOWER DECK

5SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

•Assembly

.Operation

, Maintenance

° Service and Adjustment

o Repair Parts

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS D!_CONNECT SPARK PLUGW!RE AND PL&.CEWIRE WHERE !TCANNOT CONTACTSPARK '_

PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING

REPAIRS° IMPORTANT

SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZETHE RISK OF INJURY, YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH

CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.

TRAINING:

Know the controls and how to stop quickly. Read this owner's

manual and instructions furnished with attachments°

Do not allow children to operate the machine, Do not allow

adults to operate it without proper instruction_

Do not carry passengers. Do not mow when children and

others are around.

Do not attempt tooperate your vehicle or mower when not in

the driver's seat.

Always get on or off your vehicle from the operator's left hand

side..

The vehicle and attachments shouid be stopped and in*

spected for damage after striking a foreign object, and the

damage should be repaired before restarting and operating

the equipment

PREPARATION:

•Always wear substantial footwear Do not wear Ioose fitting

clothing that could get caught in moving parts

Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc.) which might

be picked up and thrown_

• Disengage all attachment clutches before attempting to start

the engine,

, Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.

Use approved gasoline containers.

Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank oradd gasoline

to a running or hot engine or an engine that has not been

ailowed to coot for several minutes after running Never

fill tank indoors. Always clean up spilled gasoline.

Open doors if the engine is run in the garage *exhaust

fumes are dangerous, Do not run the engine indoors

• Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place

OPERATION:

•Keep your eyes and mind on your vehicle, mower, and the

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

• Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine before

leaving the operator's position.

•Disengage power to mower, stop the engine, and disconnect

spark plug wire(s) from spark ptug(s) before cleaning, making

an adjustment, or repair., Be careful to avoid touching hot

muffler or engine components.

Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not in

use.

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle unat-

tended. Disengage the power take-off, lower the attach-

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

engine, and remove the key

• Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill.

Mow up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°),

never across the face,

•Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

•Whi_e going up or down slopes, place gearshift control lever

in t st gear position to negotiate the slope without stopping.

•Never mow in wet or slippery grass, when traction is unsure,

or at a speed which could cause a skid,

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

Keep away from drop-offs.

• Do not drive too c{ose to creeks, ditches, and public high-

ways,

•Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects in

order to prevent the blades from striking them. Never delib-

erately run vehicle or mower into or over any foreign objectso

• Never shift gears until vehicle comes to a stop.

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

chute, or near any moving parts while vehicle or mower is

running. Always keep clear of discharge chute

. Use care when pulling Ioads or using heavy equipment.

Use only approved drawbar hitch points.

Limit loads to those you can safely control.

Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing..

Use counterweight or wheel weights when suggested in

owner's manual.

•Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways

°When using any attachments, never direct discharge of

material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the ve-

hicle while in operation,r

• 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.

•Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed

the engine; severe damage or injury may result.

• When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as follows:

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light

Shut the engine off when unclogging chute.

Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at

frequent intervals

• Disengage power to mower before backing up.. Do not mow

in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after

careful observation of the entire area behind the mower,

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condi.

tion, and keep safety devices in place and working.

oKeep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equip.

merit is in safe working condition.

• Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark,.

Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves,

or excessive grease. Do not clean product while engine is

running.

• Do not operate without a muffler, or tamper with exhaust

system° Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a

fire hazard, Inspect periodically and replace if necessary

• Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is

subject to deterioration and wear. It should be checked

frequently for bag replacemenL Replacement bags should

be checked to ensure compliance with the original

manufacturer's recommendations or specifications,

ALOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS_ !

IT MEANS- ATTENTION]!! BECOME ALERT]!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED_

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu-

factured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service

Center/Department We have competent, wel!-trained

technicians and the proper tools to servtce or repair this

unit

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES",

MODEL

NUMBER 917.254530

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP 1N A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod s

uct Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

, Fellow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your unit.

° Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and

"Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 12 0

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3-0 PINTS): SAE 30 (or 10W-30)

WINTER: SAE 5W-30

SPARK PLUG (GAPe025IN.): CHAMPION RJ-19LM

STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE .005 *007 IN

EXHAUST .009 - .011 IN

GROUND SPEED: FORWARD

1st 1 10 MPH

2nd 2 00 MPH

3rd 3.00 MPH

4th 4 20 MPH

5th 5.00 MPH

REVERSE: 1.50 MPH

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT; 14 PSi

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS

WARNING; This unit is equipped with an internal combus-

tion engine and should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush.covered or grass-covered

land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

any), If a spark arrester =sused, it should be maintained in

effective working order by the operator,

In the state of California the above is required by law

(_Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)

Other states may have similar laws, Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)_

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two years from date of purchase, when this ddfng equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the

operating and maintenance instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

,Tire replacement or repair causedby punctures from outside objects (such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass).

Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plug, air cleaners and belts

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructionscontainedin the owner's manual

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 days from date of purchase, if any batteryincluded 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 charge,

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE

UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPUES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE INTHE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich vary from state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO, D/731CR-W SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................ 3

WARRANTY ................................................................... 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 4

INDEX ............................................................................. 4

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ........................................... 5

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 7-9

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-13

MAINTENANCE ...................................................... !4-17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ _8-24

STORAGE .................................................................... 25

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 26-27

REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ................................. 30-43

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ..................................... 44-48

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................... BACK PAGE

INDEX

Accessories .....................................................5

Adjustments=

Brake ...........................................................21

Carburetor .........................................24

Mower

Front-To-Back ..............................19

Side-To-Side .......................... 18

Throttte Control Cable ................. 24

Air Filter, Engine ..................................... 16

Air Screen, Engine .............................. 17

Assembly .................................................7-9

Battery:

Charging ............................................ 8

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

Installation ...................................... 9

Levels ........................................ 8,16

Preparation ...........................................8

Starting with Weak Battery ..............22

Storage ........................................... 25

Terminals ..........................................16

Belt:

Motion Drive

Removal/Replacement ..............21

Mower Blade Drive

RemovaltReplacement ........... 20

Blade:

Sharpening ..................................... 15

Replacement ...................................... 15

Brake Adjustment ............................... 21

Carburetor Adjustment ............................24

Controls, Tractor ..................................... t 0

Cutting Height, Mower ........................... 11

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .....................23

Schematic ........................................... 29

Wiring Diagram .............................. 30

Engine:

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

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner ........ 16

Air Screen ..................................................17

Cooling Fins, Engine .................... 17

Oi1Change .................................... 16

Oil Level ........................................12,16

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

Preparation .................................. 12

Repair Parts ...................................44-48

Starting .......................................... 13

Storage ...............................................25

Filter:

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

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner ............16

Fuel ............................................. 17

Fuel:

Type ...............................................................12

Storage ......................................... 25

Fuse ..................................................... 23

Hood Removal/installation .................. 23

Leveling Mower Deck .........................18-19

Lubrication:

Chart .................................................... 14

Maintenance ...................................... 14-17

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

Air Filter Foam Pre-Oleaner ......... 16

Air Screen, Engine ...................... 17

Battery ...................................................16

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

Cooling Fins, Engine ..................... 17

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

Fuel Filter .................................... 17

Lubrication Chart ......................... 14

Schedule ......................................... 14

Spark Plugs ................................... 17

Tire Care ......................................8,15,22

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ........... 19

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............. 18

Blade Sharpening .............................15

Blade Replacement ..................... 15

Cutting Height ................................ 11

Installation .................................. 18

Operation ..............................................12

Removal .................................................18

Mowing Tips .................................................13

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

Spark An*ester ..............................3,34

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ........12,16

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

Storage........................................ 25

Operation .............................................10-t 3

Operating Mower .............................._ol2

Options:

Accessories ........................................5

Spark An*ester.................................3,34

Parking Brake ...........................................10-t 1

Parts Bag .............................................. 6

Parts, Replacement/Repair ............ 30-48

Product Specifications .......................................3

Repair Parts .................................. 30-48

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

Seat ...................................................................8

Service and Adjustments ...................18-24

Carburetor .................................... 24

Fuse ............................................. 23

Hood Removal/Installation ..............23

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ...............21

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Remova!/Replacement ........... 20

Mower Adjustment

Front- to-Back ........................ 19

Side-to-Side .................................18

Mower Removal ............................................18

Tire Care ............................... 8,15,22

Slope Guide Sheet ......................................51

Spark Plugs ...................................................17

Specifications .................................................3

Starting the Engine .................................12-13

Steering Wheel ................................. 7,22

Stopping the Tractor ............................ 1t

Storage ........................................................................25

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment ................................... 24

Tires ................................................... 8,15,22

Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 26-27

Transaxle:

Repair Parts ........................... 42-43

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

Wiring Diagram ...........................................30

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH ENTS

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These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased, They are also available at most Sears retail outlets,

catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicle. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they

can help you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added,

changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model Contact your nearest Sears

store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your unit.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching

PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and

leaves for a healthier, neater looking lawn Two Permanex

containers hold 30-gallon plastic bags

LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves

LAWN VACS for powerful collections of heavy grass clippings

and leaves Wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to*reach

places

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available.

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18 inch

diameter water-tight drum holds upto 390 ibs of weight Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-

ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

icers and sand

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots 36-inch swath 24

hardened steel coring tips. I50 lb. capacity weight tray

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn Ta-

pered 25" steel spikes mounted on 10-in diameter discs punc-

ture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in. Steel

weight tray for increased penetration.

DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to

lawn surface for easy pick up Twenty spring tine teeth. Useful

to prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front or rear

mounting

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the

tractor battery or other 12-volt source Includes booms for

automatic spraying when pulling, and hand held wand for spot

spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying

herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and liquid fertilizers

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only 14-inch high, 42-inch

wide blade clears 38 inch path when angled left or right. Raises,

lowers with side lever Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible

scraper bar. (Use with tire chains, wheel weights, or rear drawbar

weight.)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch

diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at

tractor seat. (Use with chains, wheel weights, or rear drawbar

weight )

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials tn pairs_ (30 lbs each )

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastictop; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

and dry. Remove vinyl and windshields for use as sun protector

in summer.

Optional accessories for tractor cab: tinted/tempered solid safety

glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber caution

light for mounting on cab top

TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather Made of

Evolution 3 fabric (water-repellent, extremely breathable, light

weight, soft, non-abrasive, ptiable in all temperatures, durable,

stain/tear/puncture resistant, will not shrink or stretch).

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

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©(2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

#10-16 x I/2

(1) Locknut I/2 -20

(1) 2_3/8" Diao Washer

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

@(1) Hex Bolt I/2-I3 x 1

(1) keokwasher 1/2

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/I6 x 12 Ga,

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4 - 20 x 3/4

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4 - 20

_(2)Washers 9132 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. (2) Lockwashers 1/4

(2) Wing Nuts 1/4 - 20

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Parts packed seParately in carton .....................

Seat

Battery acid

Steering

Wheel Battery

Owner's Manual

Steering

Boot

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Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

_Steering

Wheel

Steering Insert

Bushing (2) Keys

(2) Battery Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x7-1/2

Steering Wheel

Adapter

15° Slope Sheet

Terminal Guard

Battery Caps

and Instructions

ASS

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

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wrench sizes are fisted.

(1) 5/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

Tire pressure gauge

Screwdriver

Utility knife

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE UNW FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

• Cut along dotted lines on carton, from top to bottom, all

four corners of carton and lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft.

• Raise steering shaft forward until screw ho_es in dash

tine up with steering bushing. Install two (2) sheet

metal screws and tighten securely.

• Position steering boot over steering shaft,

• Place tabs of steering boot over slots in dash and push

down to secure,

•Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer and 1/2-20 hex nut and

tighten securely

• Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

• Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grit1.

BEFORE ROLLING UNIT OFF SKID

(See Fig. 6)

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

STAPLES IN SKI D THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE

UNIT IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

• Raise attachment {iftlever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal

• Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

. Roil unit backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor

INSERT

1/2 - 20 HEX

2-1/4" DIA. WASHER -.,.._

STEERING

BUSHING

STEERING SHAFT

(ASSEMBLY POSITION)

STEERING

BOOT

STEERING SHAFT

(SHIPPING

POSITION)

FIG. I

ASSEM LY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION; Wear eye and face shield.

Wash hands or clothing immediately if

accidentally in contact with battery acid.

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged

battery acid are explosive.

Read the instructions _ncluded with the

battery vent caps, Always wear gloves,

clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes.

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use, However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life

• See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag.

• Fill battery with acid. Fill each ce!l until it reaches the

bottom of the vent wells. Do not overfill

• Ailow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty

minutes° After standing, check the level of acid. if

below the vent wells, add more acid until the correct

level is reached

While battery is standing (after adding acid) and later, while

battery is being charged, continue with assembly of unit.

IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOUR

BATTERY, iT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE

CHARGED BEFORE USE FAILURE TO CHARGE

BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY

LIFE

. Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for I hour. Use

a 12volt battery charger Observe all safety precautions

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.

, tnstali the vent caps to cover the vent wells. Wash the

top of the battery with water to remove any acid, then

wipe dry.

• Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occurred in handling.

, Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for

disposal by adding it to four inches of water in a five

gallon prastic container. Stir with a wooden or plastic

paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of

more soda causes no more foaming

• Follow instructions on how to install battery°

CUT AWAY VIEW _ VENT CAP

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BATTERY

CELL ACID

LEVEL

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolto

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan°

• Piace seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolto

• Assemble adjustment bolt, lockwasher and flat washer

loosely. Do not tighten,

• Tighten shoulder bolt securely,

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached

which allows you to press clutch/brake pedaI all the

way down (See Fig° 6),

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position,

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely_

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

SEAT

FLAT WASHER

ADJUSTMENT LOCKWASHER

BOLT

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance_

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting,results, mower housing should be properly

levele& See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed

correctly,

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see

that the,, brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manuaI,

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INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) TERMINALGUARD

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before Installing battery, remove

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

• Lift seat to raised position.

• Lower battery into fender well with battery terminals

toward front of unit. Make sure battery rests in battery

tray

, Be sure battery drain tube has not come loose and is

securely attached to drain in battery tray.

•First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lockwasher and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer,

tockwasher and hex nut_ Tighten securely.

•Slide the two battery bolts through the terminal guard

and start the wing nuts onto the threads

• Position terminal guard over the battery as shown,

lower bolts into key holes and slide square shafts of

bolts into slots of key holes,

• Tighten wing nuts by hand making sure battery bolts

remain in slots of the key holes in the battery support.

• Be sure terminal access doors are closed.

Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

° Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery,

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

POSITIVE (+) NEGATIVE (- )

TERMINAL TERMINAL NEGATIVE

POSITIVE (RED) (BLACK)

CABLE FLATWASHERS CABLE

HEX NUT LOCKWASHERS HEX NUT

FIG_ 4

WING ACCESS

NUT DOOR

BATTERY

BOLT

KEY BATTERY BATTERY

HOLE DRAIN TUBE TRAY

FIG, 5

,[CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFAC TION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

¢" Atl assembly instructions have been completed.

¢" No remaining loose parts in carton.

v' Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely,

,/ All tires are properly inflated, (For shipping purposes,

the tires were over-inflated at the factory)

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveted side.to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling)_

€" Check mower and drive belts, Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers

¢" Check wiring, See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,," Engine oil is at proper level,

€" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

¢" Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function, Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

OPERATION

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READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

LIGHT SWITCH

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

PARKING

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

! J

IGNITION

SWITCH LIFT LEVER

/PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

6_,t "

MOWER DECK

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

POSITIONS

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

FIG. 6

Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute_

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed,

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to

your tractor_

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment rift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine,

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating

your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend wide vision safety

mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Sears Retail or

Catalog stores

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig 7)

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full 'BRAKE" position

and hold

• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressurefrom clutch/brake pedal Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position Make sure parking brake

will hold vehicle secure

STOPPING (See Fig. 7)

MOWER BLADES

• Move attachment clutch lever to 'DISENGAGED' po-

sition

GROUND DRIVE

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full BRAKE" position

• Move gearshift lever to NEUTRAL" position

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to SLOW' position

• Turn ignition key to 'OFF' position and remove key

Always remove key when leaving vehicle to prevent

unauthorized use

• Never use choke to stop engine

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 7)

Always operate engine at full throttle

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate and the engine cooling air flow

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower per

formance

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever

. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift [ever in 'NEUTRAL" position

. Move gearshift lever to desired position

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

THROTTLE/

CHOKE

CONTROL

LEVER

'DISENGAGED"

POSITION

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

3EAR

"BRAKE" SHIFT

POSITION PEDAL "DRIVE" LEVER

POSITION

"CLUTCH"

POSITION

FIG, 7

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 6)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the

cutting height

• Grasp lift lever

.Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/4 to 3-3/4"

The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running These heights are approxi

mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being mowed

• The average lawn should be cut approximately 2-t/2

inches during the coot season and over 3 inches during

hot months For healthier and better looking lawns

mow often and after moderate growth

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8)

Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine,

• Select desired height of cut,

• Engage mower by slowly moving attachment clutch

lever to "ENGAGED" position.

• TO STOP MOWER- Move attachment clutch lever to

"DISENGAGED" position.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

. If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake°

• Move gearshift lever to 'tst gear and be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

•To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Make al! turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift control to highest positiom

° When pushing or towing your unit, be sure gearshift

lever is in "NEUTRAL" position,

. Do not push or tow unit at more than five (5) MPH.

"ENGAGED" POSITION

ATTACHMENT.CLUTCH LEVER /

DISENGAGED POSITION 7A'I-rACHMENT

,/ /LIFT LEVER

/J HIGH POS|TION

JLOW

DISCHARGE

GUARD

R.N_

RUNNER

FIG. 8

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15_ and

do not drive across any slope.

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills,

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig, 16)

•The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the

factory, aiready filled with summer weight oil,

.Check engine oil with unit on level ground,

• Remove oi! fill dipstick and wipe clean, replace and

screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and

read oil level If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark

on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (see "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

. To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in

this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank° Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon

and iead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0_C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING°

WARNING: 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 stor-

age of 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 Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur,

CAUTION: 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.

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TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has

run cut of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuet from the tank to the engine.

•Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking

brake.

. Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position°

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position,

• Move throttle control lever to "CHOKE" position for

cold engine start,, For warm engine start, move

throttle control to "FAST" position.

• Turn ignition key clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run

starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds

per minute, If engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to "FAST" position,

wait a few minutes and try again,

• When engine starts, move throttle control to desired

position_

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachment clutch°

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32° F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous-

ing is attached to uniL

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"

m the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as

a guide. The blade cuts approximately an inch

outside the runner (See Fig, 8).

•The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

the machine. This will result in a more even distri-

bution of clippings and more uniform cutting,

When mowing large areas, start by turning to the

right so that clippings will discharge away from

shrubs, fences, driveways, et& After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished (See Fig. 9).

FIG. 9

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice

to reduce load and possibfe fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired heighL

• Do not mow grass when it is weL Wet grass will

plug mower and leave undesirable dumps Allow

grass to dry before mowing

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing

to assure better mowing performance and proper

discharge of material, Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the mower

cutting performance as well as the quality of cut

desired_

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used,,

MAHNTSNAN¢5

j Check Brake Operation V'

Check T_rePressure 6_4

Tj check for Loose Fasteners _ !

aI S, ,p /Rop eMowerBlades 1

0 I Clean Battery and Terminals

I Adjust Blade Bel!,(s}Tension i

t Adjust Moro_n Dr'lyeBelt(s) Tension......

.....Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil 6_

Clean Air Filter

N Clean Air Screen

G Inspect Muffler/SparkArrester

IReplace Oil Filter (if equipped)

N Glean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

...RePlaceAir FilterPaper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

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3-If equipped with oil filter, change oil even/50 hours,

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy self

I - Change more often when operating under a heavy lead or in high ambient temperatures

2-Service mere often when operating Indirty or dusty conditions

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this vehicle does not cover items that have (_

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To (Ifequipped)

receive full va_ue from the warranty, operator must main-

tain unit as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments wilt need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your unit,

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for @

wear, A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer.

LUBRICATION CHART

(If equipped)

(_) FRONT W_

BEARING ZERK

CLUTCH PIVOT

"FRONT WHEEl,. (_

BEARING ZERK

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level,

• Check brake operation,

• Check tire pressure,

"Check for loose fasteners.

(_ SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL API -SFiCC

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_) REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLYADRY, POW-

DERED GRAPH TE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY_

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

Nance

BRAKE OPERATION

If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjusted

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in Service and Adjustments

section of this manual)

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in aIl tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual)

• Keep tiresfree of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp obiects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. The

blades can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel.

We suggest they be sharpened or replaced after every 25

hours of mowing Check blades more often if mowing in

sandy conditions

• Do not attempt to sharpen blades while they are on the

mower,

• Replace bent or damaged blades

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

• Raise mower to highest position to aflow access to

blades

• Remove hex bolt, lockwasher and fiat washer securing

blade

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown

• Reassemble hex bolt, fockwasher and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft Lbs torque)

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 5 HEATTREATED

MANDREL

_ACKSHAFT}

ASSEMBLY

FLAT WASHER _,..

LOCKWASHER

HEX BOLT

(GRADE S)*

FLANGES

TRAILING

EDGE

*A GRADE 5HEAT TREATED BOLT

CAN BE IDENTIFIED BYTHREE LINES

ON THE BOLT HEAD AS SHOWN AT

LEFT.

FIG. 10

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. '11)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tua! damage to mower and engine,

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower,

• To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam orwaII,

Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.

Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

HOLE /l _ BLADE

FIG. 11

MAINTENANCE

BATTERY (See Fig. 12)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use, However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend it's life

• Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

with bottoms of ventwells Add only distilled or iron free

water if necessary. Do not overfill.

CUT AWAY VIEW

,VENT

WELL

BATTERY

CELLACID

LEVEL

FIG. 12

.Keep battery and terminals clean,

.Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep vent caps tight and smaN vent holes incaps open.

• Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour,

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS -

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Remove terminal guard°

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of

baking sodatoone gallon of watero Be carefui nottoget

the soda solution into the cells,

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright,

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly°

• Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in as-

sembly section of this manual),

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

and replace if necessary. The mower blade drive belt can

be adjusted to provide you with longer belt life (See "TO

ADJUST MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT" in Service and

Adjustments section of this manual),

The motions drive belt is not adjustable, Replace belts if

they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling,

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year,

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use. Add SAE

30W motor oil or equalivenL Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick

securely each time you check the oil level, SAE 5W-30

motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas

where temperature is consistently 32° F or lower,

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig 13)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SG.

•Be sure vehicle is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm

•Catch oil in a suitable container

• Remove oil fill dipstick, Be careful not to allow dirt to

enter the engine when changing oil,

• Remove drain plug

° After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly, Do not overfill For approximate capacity see

Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual,

, Use gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking level Be sure

dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading,

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick,

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

.20 o 0 o 32= 60° 80°100 °

OIL FILL DIPSTICK

SCREEN

DRAIN PLUG

FIG, 13

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14)

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by

using a dirty air filter, Remove cartridge every 25 hours and

tap gently to clean. Replace paper cartridge once a year or

after every 100 hours of operation, more often if used in

very dusty, dirty conditions

. Remove knob and cover,

, Remove cartridge nut and clean or replace cartridge,

• Reassemble and tighten securely

NO'[E: Do not attempt to oil the paper cartridge

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NTENANCE

COVER =_

KNOB "----"-'-_-'_

CARTRIDGE

COVER j_ NIJT

PAPER

CARTRIDGE

__AtR CLEANER BASE

FIG. 14

AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 13)

The engine air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to

prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a

wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 15)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating

• Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent

entry of dirt.

• Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing

off engine.

• Remove the screws securing the starter housing and

lift housing off engine.

•Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly

clean engine cooling fins.

•To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes

first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Fuel filtershould be reptaced once each season. Iffuel filter

becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-

placement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections..

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline

FIG. 16

SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING

SCREWS

STARTER

HOUSING

OIL FILL

DIPSTICK

ENGINE COOLING FINS

S PAR K

PLUG

CLEANING

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

matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oit, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax,

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life

FIG. 15

SERVmCEAND ADJUSTMENTS

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CAUTION; BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

•Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" 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.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of unit°

• Remove mower blade drive belt from engine pulley

only !See TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT' through step removing belt from engine pulley).

• Remove retainer spring from clutch rod; pull clutch rod

out of clutch lever

• Pull retainer springs out of rear suspension trunnions.

Remove rear suspension trunnions from lift brackets

• Pull retainer springs from front hinge pins.

• Remove hinge pins attaching parallel link to mower

and front axle

Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms, Slide mower

out from under tractor,

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, THE

R.H.AND L,H. SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVED

FROM TRACTOR,

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 17)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

•Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor

• Install parallel link to front axle and mower with hinge

pins Secure hinge pins with retainer springs°

• Install clutch rod in clutch lever and secure with retainer

spring,

• Lower attachment lift lever to lower suspension arms.

Slide trunnions through lift bracket holes and secure

with retainer springs

.Roll belt over engine pufley. Make sure belt isinside all

puliey grooves and inside heft guides.

• Raise attachment lift lever to raise mowerr

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Ad ust the mower while tractor is parked on Ievel ground or

dr veway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3). If tires are

over or under inflated, you wilt not properly adjust your

mower.

CLUTCH

CLUTCH LEVER

ROD

CLUTCH

ROD

SUSP ENSION

rRu °NNI_

LIFT I

BRACKET I

RETAINER ENGINE

SPRING PULLEY

RETAINER

SPRING

_AINER

SPRINGS

JPARALLEL

LINK

HINGE

PINS

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs.18 and19) -

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground

level at front corners of mower, Distance "A" should be

the same.

• If distance "A" needs to be changed, snap out access

hole cover on left side of tractor above footrest.

oTo raise left side of mower, loosen nut "B" and tighten

nut "C".

To lower left side of mower, loosen nut "C" and tighten

nut "B",

When distance "A" is equal, securely tighten nuts "B"

and "C'L

Replace access hole cover,

FIG. t7

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

LIFt*LEVER

(RAISED

POSITION) _'--_

BOTTOM BOTTOM

OFCURL OFCURL

GROUND LINE

FIG. 18

SIDE TO SIDE

ADJUSTMENT

TRUNNION "_

NUT "C"

-_' _/_NUT"B"

REAR SUSPENSION ARM

BOTTOM

OF CURL

REAR SUSPENSION TRUNNION

|ROUND _ D

LINE

FIG. 20

REAR

SUSPENSION

TRUNNIO_uT .F_, _

REAR

SUSPENSION

ARM

LIFT BRACKET

FIG. 21

FtGo 19

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT(See Figs. 20 and 21)

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so the rear is approximately 3/4 to 7/8"

higher than the front when the mower is in its highest

position

Check adjustment on right side of tractor° Measure dis-

tance "D" at front and rear flanges of mower housing as

shown.

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

suspension arms. Screw both nuts "F" on both rear

suspension arms an equal number of turns.

When distance "D" is 3/4 to 7/8" higher at rear than

front, retighten nuts "E".

Recheck side-to-side adiustmenL

IMPORTANT: WHEN ADJUSTING REAR SUSPENSION

TRUNNIONS, ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SO

MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE

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SERVNCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 22)

Your tractor has been manufactured with the ability to

readjust the mower blade drive belt to provide you with

longer belt life,

With the engine off and the lift lever in the highest po-

sition, move clutch lever up slowly until resistance is felt,

If distance from bottom of slot in dash to clutch lever is

greater than 4-1/2 inches, adjustment is necessary

, Lower the mower deck for easier access,

• Remove the bolt, nut and D-shaped washers from

rock shaft assembly,

o Move extension spring from lower to upper end of

slot in rock shaft assembly and install bolt, nut and

the D-shaped washers (flat side of washers down).

• Tighten bolt and nut to secure the D-shaped wash-

ers (flat side down as shown).

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 22 and 23)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without

tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking

brake, For assistance, there is a belt installation guide

decal on the mower housing,

BELT REMOVAL -

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,

• Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to

its lowest position,

• Roll belt off engine pulley,

• Pull belt off both mandrel pulleys

• Spring belt guide away from idler pulley and pull belt

off idler pulley

• Slide belt from under extension spring,

IDLER BELT BELT ENGINE PULLEY

GUIDE

L,H,

MANDREL

\IDLER

EXTENSION

SPRING

R_H.

MANDREL

ROCKSHAFT

EMBLY

SPRING

BRAKE

ROD

NUT

FIG, 22

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Slide belt under extension spring.

• Place belt around back side and in groove of both

mandrel pulleys,

• Spring idler belt guide down and place belt around

rear side of idler pulley

. Roll belt over engine pulley

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all

belt guides.

BELT

GUIDES ENGINE

PULLEY

FIG, 23

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SERVICEAND ADJ STMENTS

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24)

Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

if unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted

. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod,

•If distance is other than 1-1/2", disengage parking

brake, loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut "A",

• Engage parking brake and recheck distance.

• Road test unit for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary, If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary, Contact your nearest

Sears Service Center.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

JAM NUT

OPERATING

ARM

FIG. 24

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See

Fig. 25)

The tractor drive belt may be replaced without toots.

Park the tractor on level area Engage parking brake

For assistance, there is a heft installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual).

• Roll belt over top of transaxle pulley.

• Rotl belt over engine puiiey and off idler.

• Release parking brake Pull belt as far as possible

over top of clutch puIley

•Reset parking brake. Pull belt over top of clutch

pulley

• PutI belt out up through gearshift lever gate opening

to remove from tractor

•install new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTED

1N THIS MANUAL.

CLUTCH

IDLER

ENGINE

PULLEY

VIEWED FROM BOTTOM OF TRACTOR

FtG_ 25

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$ERVHCE AN ADJUSTMENTS

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TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the

Assembly section of this manual,

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

your unit° If damage has occured to affect the frorit wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest Sears Service

Center,

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See

Fig, 26)

•Block up axle securely.

• Remove hub cap, retaining ring and washers to allow

whee] removal (rear wheel contains a square key -Do

not lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble,

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheeE hub

and axteo Insert square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

• Reptace hub cap,

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

HUBCAP

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 26

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Figs. 27 & 28)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

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

recharged° If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR UNIT tS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM, THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis

.Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (_)terminal of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a panel

bolt on the left side of the chassis, away from fuel tank

and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER-

, BLACK cable first from left side of chassis and fully

charged battery_

• RED cable last from both batteries.

"POSITIVE" "NEGATIVE"

(*) (-)

FIG. 27

PANEL _"%, _//_ _

BOLT

FIG_ 28

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

u,,11,n

TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 29)

Replace with 30 amp automotive4ype plug-in fuse, The

fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly

in front of the dash,

FUSE

HOLDER

HOOD

HINGE BRACKET

FIG_ 30

LIGHT

CONNECTOR

HOOD SPRING

FIG. 29

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the gal!!,

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running or prevent it from starting

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in Repair

Parts section of this manual.

TO REMOVE HOOD, GRILL AND SIDE PAN-

ELS (See Fig's, 30 and 31)

•Raise hOOdr

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

, Stand at side of tractor. Grasp hood and tilt forward

and lift off hinge brackets.

• To reinstall,slide hood pivot rod into slot in hinge

brackets, and carefully reinstall hood springs.

HOOD PIVOT ROD

HINGE BRACKET

SLOT

FIG. 31

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 32)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary+ Checkadjustment as

described below before loosening cable+ If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With ,engine,,no!, runningl, move throttle control lever

from ,SLOW !o CHOKE position. SIowlymove lever

from CHOKE to FAST position+

•Check that hole in governor control lever and hole in

governor plate fine-up, If holes "A" are not aligned,

loosen clampscrew and move throttle cable until holes

are aligned Tighten clamp screw securely,

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate for differences infuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general turning the mixture screws in (clockwise) de-

creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a eaner fue /

air mixture+ Turning the mixture screws out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT; DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREWS

ARE TURNED IN TOO TIGHT,

PRELIMINARY SETTING +

• Air cteaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu+

retor when making carburetor adjustments.

. Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly

(see above)

• With engine off turn high speed mixture screw in

(clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out

(counterclockwise) 1+1/4 to t-1/2 turns.

•Turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) closing finger

tight and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1 turn

FINAL SETTING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes, Make

final adjustmen!s with engine running and shift!motion

control lever in NEUTRAL position.

• With throttle controt lever in "FAST" position, turn high

speed mixture screw in (clockwise) until engine begins

to die then turn out (counterclockwise) untit engine runs

rough_ Turn screw to a point midway between those

two positions.

•With throttle controt lever in "SLOW" position, turn idle

mixture screw in (clockwise) until engine begins to die

and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn screw to a point midway between those

two positions

GOVERNED IDLE -

. Move throttle control lever to "SLOW" position+ With

finger hold throttle shaft in closed position against

throttle stop (counterclockwise) Turn idle speed screw

to attain 1550 RPM. Release throttle shaft, Move

throttle control lever to attain t 750 RPM+Turn governor

idle screw until it contacts governor control lever.

ACCELERATION TEST +

• Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST"

position_ tf engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture

screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test

and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accel-

erates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust -

damage may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDtNG THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IFYOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEARESTAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS

PROPER EQUIPMENTAND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY

NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS,,

IDLE SPEED

SCREW THROTTLE

"\ SHAFT IDLE MIXTURE

SCREW

THROI_LE

CABLE

GOVERNOR HOLES "A"

HIGH SPEED CONTROL GOVERNOR

MIXTURE SCREW LEVER CONTROL

PLATE

FIG. 32

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STORAGE

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Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline In the tank Inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark, Allow the engine to cool be-

fore storing in any enclosure,

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage, When

mower is to be stored for aperiod of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc, Give blades

and underside of housing a good coat of grease or rust

preventative. Store in a clean, dry area,

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manuat).

, Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this

manual.

• Be sure that alt nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened_ Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear, Replace if necessary,

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual),

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals,

.Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached to drain

in battery tray.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty,

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-

mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.

Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container_

Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to

allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the

gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer,

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this

manual),

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder,

• Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds

to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rusL

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give

protection from dust and dirt,

, Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust°

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE

ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

ENGINE

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,

EXPERI ENCE 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,

TROUBLESHOOTING POmNTS

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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Herd to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1 Out of fuel.

2Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded

4 Bad spark plug

5 Dirty air filter.

6, Dirty fuel filter

7 Water in fuel

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9 Carburetor out of adjustment.

10 Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3 Weak or dead battery.

4 Dirty fuel filter_

5. Stale or dirty fue{

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed

2 Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Spark plug wire is disconnected.

4. Weak or dead battery

5. Blown fuse

6. Corroded battery termina{s.

7Loose or damaged wir{ng.

8_ Faulty ignition switch

9 Faulty solenoidor starter.

10 Faulty operator presence switch(es).

1- Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower_

4. Dirty air lifter.

5 Low ell feveVdirty oil

6Fautty spark p{ug

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel

9. Waterin fuel.

t0. Spark piug wire loose.

t I Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12_ Dirty/clogged muffler.

I3- Loose or damaged wiring°

t4 Carburetor out of adjustment.

! 5. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose btade.

2- Bent blade mandrel

3 Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Fill fueltank.

2. See TO START ENGINE in operation section.

3 Walt several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug

5. Clean!replace air filter

6 Reptacefuet filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8, Check all wiring.

9. Contact Sears Service Department.

10. Contact Sears Service Department.

t. Ctean/repface air filter

2. Replace spark p_ug_

3Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasolineo

6. Check all wiring.

7 Contact Sears Service Department.

8. Contact Sears Service Department.

I. Depress Clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch

3. Connect wireto spark plug.

4. Recharge or replace battery.

5. Replace fuse.

6. Clean battery terminals.

7. Check all wiring.

8 Check/replace ignition switch.

9. Check/replace solenoid or starter

10_ Contact Sears Service Department.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3 Check all wiring.

4. Chectdreplace solenoid or sterter_

im=,J=,l

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4 Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6 Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and retiII with fresh gasotineo

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffier_

13. Check all wiring_

14. Contact Sears Service Department.

15. Contact Sears Service Department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3- Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

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PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mower blades wltl not

rotate

CAUSE

1_ Fau_y oper_o_safe_ presence control system,

CORRECTION

1- Checkwiring,switches and connections,if not

corrected,contactSears Service Department,

1, Worn, bent or toose blade,

2. Mower deck not level

3. Build-up of grass, leaves, and trash under mower,

4. Bent blade mandrel

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Mower drive belt out of adjustment-

3 Worn/damaged mower drive belt,

1. Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt.

2Level mower deck.

3, Clean underside of mower housfng

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1, Remove obstruction.

2, Adjust mower drive belt.

3, Replace mower drive belt

Poor grass discharge

4, Frozen idler pulley.

5Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speedtoo slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3- Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5 Low/uneven tire air pressure,

6- Worn, bent or loose blade,

4- Replace idler pulley.

5, Replace blade mandrel.

1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position,

2. Sh{ft to slower speed.

3Allow grass to dry before mowing_

4, Level mower deck.

5 Check tires for proper air pressure,.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt

Headlight(s) not working

(if So equipped)

Battery will not charge

7Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn or out of adjustment

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper bladesused

1. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) burnedout.

3. Faulty light switch,

4. Loose or damaged wiring-

5, Blown fuse.

1. Bad batterycell(s).

2. Poor cabte connections.

3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4 Faulty alternator.

7, Clean underside of mower housing

& Replace/adjust mower drive belt.

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

i0, Replace with blades listed in this manual.

I, Turn switch "ON"

2. Replace bulb(s)

3 Check/replace light switch.

4 Check wiring and connections,

5, Replace fuse.

1o Replace battery

2. Check/clean alf connections,

3, Replace regulator.

4, Replace a{ternator

SERVICE NOTES

REPAIR PARTS

12.0 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

BLACK

WHITE

IGNITION SWITCH

RED

FUSE 30 AMP

I I

RED I

f I I I I

I I I I

I j I t I

CLUTCH/BRAKE l___ i

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK I ATT'MENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

8LACK

SOLENOID

BLACK

.Eo )

STARTER

......... t

_, f"_ f'-'\ _LBLACK &t

SEAT

SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

@ @

GNTo.F SPARK UNIT PLUG

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION

OFF

START

--0--

RED

@3600 RPM

(BATTERY _N LINE)

ALTERNATOR

20 VOLTS AC (M{N)

CIRCUIT

.................. ', =,;I

M+G

B+L

B+S

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR iS EQUIPPED

WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR

SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY,

BUT HAVE THEIR OWN

ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHT-

NESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL

CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED.

AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM,

AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP,

THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME

NON-REMOVABLE _ REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

ORANGE _ __

[_-_t'--,,5AMPs ALTERNATOR

I @ 11VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

THEIR BRIGHTEST, WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: If wiring insulated clips were re-

moved for servicing of unit, they should

be replaced to properly secure your wiring.

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254530

ELECTRICAL

18 _ .....32

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO. NO. NOo

1 7662J Bulb, Light

2 127441X Harness, Li.ght Socket 23 STD541025

3 124904X Harness, W_ring 24 t21265X

4 109310X Key, Motded 25 102476X

5 110712X Switch, Light 26 123198X

6 104445X Switch, Interlock 27 STD551125

7 7603J Tray, Battery 28 72240460

8 109596X Clamp, Hose 29 109081X

9 STD365402 *Switch, Ignition 30 109787X

10 108824X Fuse 31 t09788X

11 STD551125 *Washer, Lock, 1/4 32 7192J

12 73350400 Nut, Hex Jam 1/4-20 33 105687X

13 74780408 Bolt, Hex, 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5 34 121305X

14 STD541425' *Nut, Keps 1/4-20 35 STD601005

15 4799J Cable Assembly 36 74641008

16 11050400 Washer, Lock, Ext. Tooth 1/4

17 719J Cover, Terminal 37 73951000

18 5114J Cable, Battery 38 4171R

19 109553X Switch, Interlock 39 121264X

20 4207J Cable, Battery -- 10t539X

21 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x3/4 -- 128305

22 STD551025 *Washer9i32x5/Sx16Ga.

*Nut, Hex 1/4-20

Battery

Terminal Guard

WingNut 1/4-20

*Washer, Lock Hvy Helical Spring

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

Solenoid

Bezel, Ignition

Nut, Ignition

Cable Tie

Tube, Plastic

Switch, Plunger

*Screw, Tap Hex Hd. #10 x 24 UNC

Screw, Slotted Pan Hal.

# t0-32 x 1/2

Nut, Keps # 10-32 x 1/2

Clip, Insulated

Battery Caps Set

Sheet, Instruction, Tractor, 15°

Manual, Owner's

*STANDARD HARDWARE - PURCHASE LOCALLY

A B CD

12 13 36 35

16®37

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I/1

C} 32

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REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.254530

DRIVE

(_/93 9

/96

57 55 _ 30

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 9'17.254530

DRIVE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 124136X

2 131002

4 STD551143

5 71130720

6 125907X

7 125610X

8 125593X

9 101326L

10 71070510

11 STD55113t

12 121218X

t3 73220500

14 17490620

15 STD551125

16 120897X

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

Engine, 12 HP, Briggs and Stratton, 54 105710X

Model No. 281707, Type No, 0412-01 55 STD561210

Pulley Engine 57 110437X

*Washer, Lock, HW Helical Spring 58 106888X

Bolt, Hex 7/16_20 x 1-1/4 Grade 8 59 73350600

-_ 60 19131316

V-Belt, Drive t/_._'_C._L_5 6I 125638X

Muffler

Gasket /_ ,1, _'[_ 62 124236X

Deflector, Muffler 63 122424X

Hex Hd. Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 64 8883R

* Washer, Lock 5/16 65 t21749X

Keeper, Belt, Engine 66 STD571810

Nut, Hex 5/16x 18 67 120183X

Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Roiling 68 123583X

3/8 x 16 x 1-1/4 69 I328032X

* Washer, Lock, HW. Helical Spring 70 59192

Transaxle, Foote-Dana, 5 Speed, 71 65139

Mode! No. 4360-6 72 123969X

123666X Pulley, Transaxfe 73 106108X361

12000028 Ring, Retainer 74 I09502X

109167X Bracket Transaxle 75 73800600

STD5237!0 *Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1

17490512 Screw, Hex Washer Thread Rolling 76 12000001

5/16-18 x 3/4 77 121520X

127275X Keeper, Be!t, L.H. 79 110422X

STD541437 * Nut, Crownlock 318-16 80 105706X

t27274X Keeper, Be!t, R.H 81 123205X

STD523707 * Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3/4 82 17030808

12t748X

106933X

124461X

71040412

10570IX

STD561210

19151216

104777X

17490612

19131312

105730X

!09070X

4470J

123674X

127783

123789X

STD523715

105709X

110812X

12000039

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Knob, Shift 83 105700X

Rod, Shift 84 106919X

Bolt, Hex 1/4-28 x 3/4 85 19091210

Washer, Shift Plate 86 11050600

* Pin,Cotter I/8 x 1 87 7152J

Washer t5/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 88 121851X

Retainer, Belt 89 STD551062

Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Roiling 90 STD523727

318 16 x 3/4 91 104757X

Washer I3/32 x t3/16 x 12 Ga 92 STD551025

Keeper, Belt, Engine 93 2751R

Retainer, Belt 94 STD522510

Spacer 95

Idler, Flat

Idler, V. Grove 96 13200300

Arm, Idler (Includes Key #80) 126685X

*Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x 1-1/2

Spring, Return, Clutch

Washer, Hardened

Ring, Klip

DESCRIPTION

Link, Clutch

* Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

Rod, Brake

Spring, Rod, Brake

Nut, Jam 3/8-16

Washer 13/32 x 13/36 x 16 Ga.

Rod, Brake, Parking

Cap, Plunger

Shaft, Foot Pedal

Cover - Pedal

Washer 25/32 x 1..1/4 x t6 G&

*Pin, Ro!!, 3/16 x 1

Bearing, Nylon

Key, Square 2.5 x. 1845/_ 1865

Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT 3"

Cap, Valve

Stem, Valve

Tire, Rear

Rim Assembly, Rear

Spacer

Locknut, Hex, W/Washer Insert

3/8-16

E-Ring

Strap, Torque, TransAxle

Spring - Brake

Bearing

Retainer - Belt

Screw - Spider Lock #8-18 x 1/2

ABTPS

Spring

Plate, Shift

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga°

Washer, Lock, Ext. Tooth 3/8

Tube, Tire (not furnished with tractor)

Spark Arrester

*Washer 21/32 x 1 x t6 Ga.

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

Cap, Axle

* Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Clip, Fue! Line

* Bolt, Hex Fin 1/4 x 20 UNC x 1

Oil Drain Plug (order from

manufacturer)

Elbow

Decal, HP, Engine

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NOTE: All component dimensions given in UrS. inches,

1 inch = 25.4 ram

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254530

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO, NO. NO.

123042X

74180512

73510500

! 09816X

124434X

STD522510

126684X

124417X

124465X

17490608

275IR

100710L

STD541350

100712K

100713N

100711L

STD551125

71070410

STD611005

124373X

124036X

17490612

6266H

124034X

124035X

12000029

57079

128752

104757X

5479J

Dash 36

Screw, Truss Hd, 5/16-18 x 3/4 39

Nut, Keps 5/16-18 40

Nyliner, Snap In 41

Control, Throttle 42

*Screw, Hex Thread Cut 43

1/4 x 20 x 5/8 45

Washer 5/8 x 1/4 x t6 Gao 46

Boot, Steering Shaft 47

Saddle 48

Screw, Hex Washer Hd Thread 49

Rolling 3/8-16 x 1/2 50

Clip, Insulated 51

Insert, Steering Wheel 52

* Locknut, Hex Jam 1/2-20 53

Washer 2-1/4 54

Wheel, Steering 55

Adapter, Steering Wheel 56

*Washer, Lock 1/4 57

Screw, Socket Hex 1/4 - 20 x 5/8 58

* Screw, Hex Self Tap #10-16 x 1/2 59

Type ABTPS 60

Bushing, Steering 61

Bracket, Steering 63

Screw, Hex Washer Thread Rolling

3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT

Bearing, Thrust

Gear, Sector

Shaft, Support

Klip Ring

Washer, Hardened

Shaft, Steering

Cap, Axle

Plug, Button

124033X

74761060

I05669X

1t0438X

73601000

19212010

3366R

105715X

120754X

19131416

76020412

STD551137

73610600

128122

105656X

130524

278H

9040H

106732X361

59192

65139

124157X

121749X

59904

121748X

Shaft, Pitman

Bolt, Hex 5/8-11 x 3-3/4

Axle, Front

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle

Locknut, Flange 5/8-16

Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 10 G&

Bearing

Rod, Tie

Bushing

Washer 13/3l x 7/8 x 16 Ga,

Pin, Cotter 1t8 x3/4

* Washer, Lock 3/8

Nut, Fin Hex 3/8 - 24 UNF

Link, Drag

Spindle, L,H,

Spindle, RoHo

Fitting, Grease

Bearing, Flange

Rim, Front (lnc_ 2 each key no 56)

Cap, Valve

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga,

Tube, front (not furnished with

tractor)

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga,64

65 STD55123t *Washer, Lock, Int. Tooth 5/16

67 192720I6 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

68 121232X Cap, Spindle

-- 125879X Decal, Steering Wheel Cap

-- 108456X Decal, Instruction, Operating

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

LIFT ADJUSTMENT

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

LIFT ADJUSTMENT

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO, NO, NO,

I 124429X

2 106932X

3 106451X

4 73680600

5 106452X

6 19171516

7 17021008

8 106447X

9 123549X

I0 109202X

1I 101335K

12 124028X

13 123487X

14 17490608

15 19091416

16 122795X

17 121794X

18 124031X

19 19211416

20 STD581062

2! 122365X

22 122512X

23 17490412

24 105736X

25 5320R

26 120183X

27 105839X

28 105838X

29 STD551025

30 122507X

Lever, Clutch, Mower 31

Knob 32

Bolt, Shoulder 33

Nut, Crowntock 3/8_16 34

Bracket, Switch, Interlock 35

Washer 17/32 x 15/16 x 16 Ga. 36

Screw, Hex, Tapping, # 10-24 x 1/2 37

Support, Lever, Clutch 38

Cap, Fuel 39

Tank, Fuel 40

Line, Fuel 41

Grommet 42

Ctamp, Hose 43

Screw, Hex Washer Thdo Rolling 44

3/8- 16 x 1/2 45

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 46

Panel, Dash, L.H. 47

Cover, Access 48

Panel, Dash, R_H. 49

Washer 21/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 50

E Ring 51

Button, Plunger 52

Spdng, Compression 53

Screw, Hex Washer Thd. Rolling 54

1/4-20 x 3/4 55

Shield, Heat 57

Ctip, Insulated 59

Bearing, Nylon 60

Receptacle, 1/4 Turn 61

Retainer, 1/4 Turn 62

Washer, 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Shaft, Lift

123650X

122364X

125631X

4939M

110029X

110447X

110448X

121598X

105848X

121599X

106308X

STD541050

9135R

19171516

4921H

127057X

106444X

STD523707

109728X

STD561210

124444X

19131410

122514X

105767X

124446X

108236X

110739X

73980600

73360700

73710700

Stud, 1/4 Turn

Plunger

Grip, Handle

Retainer, Spring

Link, Lift

Trunnion,Lift

Link,Lift,Adjustable

Arm, Suspension,R.H

Bolt,Shoulder,3/8_16

Arm, Suspension,L.H.

Trunnion,Lift,Lower

Nut, Hex 1/2-13

Retainer, Spring

Washer 17/32 x 15/16 x 16 G&

Retainer, Spring

Strip, Foam

Bracket, Bellc_'_nk

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.

Rod, Assembly, Lever

Pin, Groove

Spring, Extension

Bracket, Switch

Washer, Spring

Nut, Flangelock 3/8-16

Nut, Hex Jam 7/16-20

Nut, Crownlock 7/16-20

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,254530

MOWER

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. NO, NO.

1 106085X V_Belt 41 STD623715

2 121259X Housing 42 108250X

3 8417J Runner, R.Ho 43 108235X

4 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 44 4921H

5 19111216 Washer tl/32x3/4x16Ga. 45 6404J

6 72140505 Bolt, Carr., 5/16-18 x 5/8 46 124066X

7 105896X Bracket, Deflector 47 76020616

8 110452X Push Nut 48 108247X

9 106734X Spring, Deflector 49 72140606

10 106735X Rod, Hinge 50 108243X

11 106736X Deflector, Shield 51 108241X

13 105304X Cap 52 105857X

14 129762 Link, Parallel 53 108673X

15 105744X Pin, Hinge, Front 54 106578X

17 109835X Pin, Hinge, Rear 55 106463X

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

20 I09598X Bracket, Lift, R.H. 57 106456X

21 109597X Bracket, Lift, L.H 58 100672K

22 STD533107 *Bolt, Carr. 5/16-18 x 3/4 59 100673L

24 109503X Support, Arm 60 19131614

25 109504X Stop, Deck, Front 61 74760688

27 126756X Guide Belt 62 7631J

28 74760632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-I6 x 2 63 19111016

29 127163X Arm, Idler 64 72140610

30 I06902X Spacer, Retainer 66 122314X

31 I23688X Pulley, Idler 67 STD560907

32 106513X Washer, Wear 1/16 68 72110506

33 I02669X Keeper, Belt 69 74760412

34 121687X Mandrel Assembly 70 109893X

35 100668L Plate, Support Mandrel 71 73680400

36 17490614 Screw, HexWasherHd. 72 110445X

3/8 - 16 x 7/8 73 STD551037

37 17490620 Screw, Hex Washer Hdr -- 122215X

3/8- 16X 1-1/4 -- 105814X

38 121263X Blade -- 3713J

39 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-t/4 x 12 Ga. -- 121343X

40 STD551t37 *Washer, Lock 3/8

DESCRIPTION

* Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1-1/2 Gr5

Spring, Extension

Rod, Clutch, Mower

Spring, Retainer

Spacer 1/2 x 9/16

Rock Shaft Assembly

Pin, Cotter 3/16 x 1

Rod, Brake, Primary

Bolt, Carr. 3/8_16 x 3/4

Bracket, Pivot, R.H.

Bracket, Pivot, LH.

Bracket, Suspension, Rear, R.H.

Bracket, Suspension, Rear, L.H.

Brake Assembly

Rod, Brake, Secondary, Loll.

Rod, Brake, Secondary, R H

Bracket, Brake, Pivot

Spacer, Brake

Bracket, Support

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Bolt, Hex 3/8-t6 x 5-1/2

Runner, LH

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

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-I6 x 1-t/4

Spacer

* Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4

Bolt, Hex 114-20 x 3/4

Washer, Special

Nut, Crowntock 1/4-20

Plate, Support, Mandrel, L.H.

*Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

Mower Assembly, Complete

Decal, V-Belt, Mower Drive

Decal, Instruction, Caution

Decal, Warning

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56 55

45 46

43 52

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR., -MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

TRANSAXLE FOOTE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-6

TRANSAXLE

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1 120458X Housing, Upper 39 120471X

2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 x.734 Lgo 40 120472X

3 68003 Ball, Detent 41 I05928X

4 105904X Spring, Detent 42 1t0084X

5 105905X Screw, Set 43 108983X

6 120460X Ass'y. Shifter 43 105930X

7 120461X O-Ring 43 105931X

8 120462X *Washer, PIain, .505 x .942 x .006 43 105932X

8 120463X * Washer, PIain, .505 x .942 x .010 43 34t7J

8 120464X * Washer, Plain, .505 x °942 x.015 43 106097X

8 120465X *Washer, Plain, .505 x.942 x .020 43 2264J

8 120466X * Washer, Plain, _505 x .942 x.026 43 106098X

8 83818 *Washer, Plain, ,505 x .942 x.030 43 2265J

8 120467X * Washer, Plain, .505 x.942 x .040 43 106586X

9 2286J Ring, Retaining 43 106587X

10 2267J Ring, Retaining 43 106588X

11 3413J *Washer, Plain, °632 x 1.00 x .010 43 2263J

11 2233j *Washer, Plain, .632 x 1.00 x .020 44 t20473X

11 2232J * Washer, Plain, .632 x 1.00 x .026 45 I05933X

11 2231J *Washer, Plain, .632 x Io00 x .03t 46 120407X

tl 2230J * Washer, Plain, .632 x.l.00 x .036 47 106589X

11 2229J * Washer, P_ain, o632 x 1.00 x .041 48 120408X

11 2228J *Washer, Plain, _632 x 1o00 x .046 49 105937X

11 2227J * Washer, Plain, °632 x 1.00 x .050 50 105936X

11 2226J * Washer, Plain, ,632 x 1.00 x .060 51 2226J

11 105906X * Washer, Ptain, .632 x 1.00 x .082 52 2272J

12 6725J O-Ring 53 2263J

13 120415X Washer, Plain, .632 x 1.38 x.046 54 120474X

14 2257J Key, Woodruff, #9 55 110081X

15 110077X Ass'y. Kit, Input Shaft 56 105941X

16 110078X Pinion, Bevel, 14T 57 110071X

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 58 120952X

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 59 tI0082X

19 105911X Bearing, Flange 60 120475X

20 108976X Gear, Spur, 14T 61 120476X

21 105913X Collar, Clutch 62 120961X

22 120468X Key, Clutch 63 7294J

23 2242J Key, Woodruff, #3 64 t08989X

24 120469X Shaft, Intermediate 65 120953X

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, #6I 66 120954X

26 105916X Ring, Retaining 67 120955X

27 120470X Sprocket, 18T 68 108992X

28 110070X Spacer 69 t08996X

29 108977X Gear, Spur, 37T 70 120956X

30 120405X Gear, Spur, 30T 71 73810500

31 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 72 t06596X

32 120406X Gear, Spur, 22T 73 !20993X

33 !08455X Gear, Spur, t9T 74 120951X

34 105923X Spacer, t.133 x 1,50 x.375 75 120416X

35 105925X Washer, Plain, .640 x 1o37 x .061

36 2232J Washer, Plain, .632 x 1.00 x .026

37 108978X Spacer, .630 x 1.00 x .169

38 110079X Ass'y., Gear, Comb., 12T & 35To

Shaft, Idler

Spacer, °635 x .875 x _755

Sprocket, 9To

Gear, Bevel, 42T

*Washer Plain, °758 x 1.12 x .010

*Washer Plain, °758 x 1.12 x _015

*Washer Plain, .758 x 1.12 x .020

*Washer Plain, .758 x 1..12x .025

*Washer Plain, .758 x 1_25 x _020

*Washer Plain, °758 x 125 x .025

*Washer Plain, .758 x 1.25 x .031

*Washer Plain, _758 x 1.25 x .035

*Washer Plain, .758 x 1.25 x .040

*Washer Plain, °758 x 125 x 045

*Washer Plain, .758 x 1.25 x .050

*Washer Plain, .758 x 1.25 x .055

*Washer Plain, .758 x 125 x .062

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12T,

Gear, Spur, 20T,

Gear, Spur,, 25T_

Gear, Spur, 28T.

Gear, Spur, 31T

Spacer, _781x 1.00 x 375

Washer, Plain, °632 x 1.00 x .060

Seal, Felt

Washer, Plain, °758 x 125 x .062

Axle, L,H.

Gear, Miter, 15T.

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32T.

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15T,

Axle, R_H.

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Jaw, Brake

Pin,, Dowel

Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 x 225 Lg.

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain, 32i x 1,00 x .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Nut, Lock, 5/16-24

Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 x 1.44 Lg.

Washer, PIain, .343 x .81 x ,059

Puck, Friction.

Grease

* Use in various combinations to maintain proper clear-

antes,

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON -MODEL NUMBER 28'1707, TYPE NUMBER 0412=01

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

ENGINE BRIGGS &STRATTON -MODEL NUMBER 281707, TYPE NUMBER 04'12-01

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

93158

93163

399265

391086

490450

261463

210940

261961

231597

27803

391406

280100

93394

491490

9416O

262243

490466

222698

262135

262247

65906

221596

262246

26828

93630

292260

212897

802592

66538

89838

93723

222299

92909

490348

260924

299691

391286

Screw, Blower Housing Mounting 37 394665

Sere 391781

Screw, Cylinder Shield Mtg. Sere 391782

Bead ng, Cylinder 391783

Note: Requires special tools for 38 394661

installation 394662

Seal, Oil 394663

Cylinder Assembly 394664

Seat, Intake Valve (Standard) Piston Ring Sets

Seat, Exhaust Valve (Standard)

Guide, Exhaust Valve

Note: 231218 Guide- Intake Valve 39 271916

(Brass)

Bushing, Governor Crank (1/4" 1D) 40 94305

Gasket, Valve Cover 41 91084

Breather Assembly 42 291675

Tube, Breather 43 490452

Screw, Sem 44 490927

Cover, Cylinder Head

Pin, Eccentric 45 92613

Eccentric 46 231082

Crankshaft 47 491323

Note: Order Part Number 94196 for 48 93307

Timing Gear 49 93306

Key, Flywheel 50 231058

Gear, Timing 5t 222450

Valve, Intake 52 212359

Spring, Intake Valve 53 93875

Retainer, Intake Valve 54 298909

Valve, Exhaust 55 399891

Spring, Exhaust Valve 56 490815

Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoil 57 398525

(2) 58 92791

Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve 59 93722

Gear, Cam 60 90576

Plug, Spark (1 1/2" high- 37-42 61 26157

mm) 62 90200

Elbow, Spark Plug 63 93572

Wrench, Spark Plug 64 260695

Screw, Cylinder Head (3" long) 65 390784

Lock, Connecting Rod Screw

Screw, Connecting Rod 66 221535

Rod Assembly, Connecting 67 93496

Note: For Connecting Rod with 68 260584

,020" undersize Crankpin Bore- 69 262348

Order No, 490469 70 223715

Lock, Piston Pin 71 271866

Pin Assembly, Piston _ Standard 72 262248

Pin Assembly, Piston .005 O.S. 73 491491

Ring Set, Piston - Standard

Ring Set, Piston - .010" OrS.

Ring Set, Piston - .020" O.S.

Ring Set, Piston - .030" O.S

Piston Assembly Standard

Piston Assembly - .0t00.S.

Piston Assembly - .020" O.So

Piston Assembly - .030" O,So

Note: For Chrome Ring Set -

Standard size - Order No. 392331

Gasket, Crankcase Cover (1/64"

thick)

Screw, Base Mounting Sem

Plug, Oil Drain

Seal, Oil

Base, Engine

Lever Assembly, Governor (For t/4"

dia, Crank)

Bolt, Governor Lever

Nut, Hex 10 - 24

Seat, Oil

Retainer, E-Ring

Cotter, Hairpin

Crank, Governor (1!4" dia.)

Washer, Governor Crank (t/4" dia.)

Link, Counterweight

Screw, Counterweight (1)

Pin, Counterweight (1)

Counterweight Assembly

Oil Slinger, Governor

Insulator Assembly

Washer, Lock, Shake-proof

Terminal, Spade

Nut, Hex 8 - 32

Spring, Throttle Adjustment

Screw, Machine Fil H& 8 - 32 x t/2

Screw, Carburetor

Spring, Governor

Plate, Governor Control (Choke-A-

Matic)

Clamp, Casing

Screw, Sern

Spring, Governor Link

Link, Governor

Shield, Cylinder

Gasket, Cylinder Head

Tappet Valve

Head, Cylinder

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ENGINE BRIGGS &STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 281707, TYPE NUMBER 0412o0t

KEY PART

NOo NO.

1 490689

2 93158

3 93705

4 223752

5 192O3

6 93535

7223726

8 280687

9 492326

10 392134

11 93805

12 222562

13 280848

14 92284

15 220865

16 222561

17 490327

18 270920

19 93572

20 223721

2t 490474

22 28074I

23 68838

24 94248

25 212706

26 94246

27 223700

28 231532

30 491519

31 490332

32 270853

33 94018

34 394698

35 270382

36 222010

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO,

Housing, Blower 37 390684

Screw, Blower Housing Mounting 38 211960

Sem 39 91920

Screw, Hex Hdo 40 26157

Guard, Flywheel 41 93499

Puller, Flywheel

Screw, Sere 3/4" Long 42 211712

Retainer, Fan 43 26't 116

Fan, Flywheel 44 299740

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assy. - 45 93043

Magneto 46 292681

Gear, Ring (Includes Mounting 47 271853

Parts) 48 398970

Screw, Sem 49 491006

Screen, Flush Rotating 50 2705'I '1

Spacer 51 299707

Nut, Hex 52 222433

Washer, Spring 53 390818

Cup, Screen Mounting 54 93357

Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filter 55 491031

Seal, Oil Filler Cap 56 221995

Screw, Clamp Mounting 57 231323

Clamp, Oil Filler Tube 58 222014

Fill Group, Oil 59 396568

Tube, Oil Filler 60 221997

Seal, Filler Tube 61 490473

Stud, Air Cleaner 62 93572

Knob, Air Cleaner 63 394682

Stud, Air Cleaner 64 230896

Cover, Air Cleaner 65 222311

Nut, Air Cleaner Mtg 66 67218

Cartridge, Air Cleaner 67 394462

Body, Air Cleaner 68 93053

Gasket, Air Cleaner 69 3938t5

Screw, Air Cleaner Sem 70 289090

Carburetor Overhaul Lit 71 26t610

Washer, Choke Shaft 72 93621

Valve, Choke 73 270872

DESCRIPTION

Shaft and Lever, Choke

Venturi, Carburetor

Screw, Machine Fil Hd. 8-32 x 5/8"

Spring, Throttle Adjustment

Screw, Throttle and Choke Valve

Mtg. Sem

Stop, Throttle

Spring, Choke Return

Nozzle, Carburetor

Pin, Throttle Stop

Valve Assembly, Carburetor Idle

Washer, Throttte Shaft Seal (Foam)

Seal, Throttle Shaft

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Gasket, Flat Bowl

Float, Carburetor

Valve, Throttle

Pump, Impulse

Screw, Carburetor

Carburetor Assembly

Bowl, Float

Screw, Nozzle

Washer, Float Bowl

Valve, Needle

Plug, Welch

Body Assembly, Carburetor

Screw, Carburetor

Valve, Fuel Inlet

Pin, Float Hinge

Bracket, Carburetor

Connector, Fuel Pipe

Repair Kit, Pump

Clamp, Fuel Pipe

Fuel Line (tt" Long)

Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line)

Link, Choke

Screw, Sere

Gasket, Carburetor Mounting

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.254530

ENGINE BRIGGS &STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 281707; TYPE NUMBER 0412-01

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 394805

2 94003

3 395538

4 395537

5 390837

6 393825

7 394857

8 490421

9 398003

I0 490476

11 28O1O4

12 94288

13 93535

DESCRIPTION

Motor and Drive Assembly 12V, 4-

3/8" Housing Length

Thru Bolt Assembly

Brush Assembly

*End Cap Assembly Commutator

Armature Assembly

Housing Assembly

Drive End Cap Assembly

Drive Assembly

Clutch Assembly

Retainer and Pin

Gear

Roll Pin

Screw, Sem

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

14 93984 Screw, Sem

15 490324 Cover, Starter (Includes Mounting

Screws)

16 393474 Stator, Alternator (Dual Circuit)

17 393456 Diode and Connector Assembly

(Dual Circuit)

18 393362 Alternator Harness Assembly (Dual

Circuit)

19 221798 Terminal, ignition

20 93381 Screw, Armature Mounting Sem

2t 398808 Wire, Ground

22 492341 Armature, Magneto

23 491252 Decal, Label Kit

24 490525 Gasket Set

*includes Brush Set

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO=

917o254530

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model

number

The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate

located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Service Centers and most Retail Stores

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-

ING INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT-LAWN TRACTOR

•MODEL NUMBER - 917.254530

. ENGINE MODEL NUMBER -281707, TYPE NUMBER 0412-01

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has

service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians, prefes-

sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge

to you, we service what we sell.

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