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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254531

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

12.0 HP IC

ELECTRIC START

38" OWER DECK

5SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

oAssembly

•Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustment

° Repair Parts

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

SAFETY RULES &

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT; THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS,

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

I. GENERAL OPERATION

* Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

, Cteartheareaofobjects suchas rocks, toys, wire, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area isclear of other people before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

, Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary., AIways

look down and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place..

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting

*Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a

trailer or truck.

I1, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to toss-of-contro! and tipover

accidents, which can resuit in severe injury or death.. All slopes

require extra caution, If you cannot back up the slope or ff you feet

uneasy on it, do not mow ito

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, eta.,

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacfe&

Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope°

Followthe manufacturer's recommendations forwheel weights

or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use ex_a care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope

DO NOT:

Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then turn slowly

and gradually downhi , if possible.

Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of

a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in,

•Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause

sliding,

Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

IlL CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children, Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain

where you last saw them,

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

, Before and when backfng, look behind and down for small

children.

• Never carry children.. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with the safe machine operatiom

• Never allow children to operate the machlne_

• Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care In handling gasoline and other fuels. They

are flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running Allow engine to cool before refueling, Do not

smoke

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper

operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up

Clean otl or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

• Stop and inspect the equipment If you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage,

and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as

required.

Look for this symbol to point out impor- !

tant safety precautions. It means |

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTH! YOUR [

.... SAFE ,SINVOL,'ED. I

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

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, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

unit,

Please read and retain this manual° The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain y.our unit properly.

Always observe the 'SAFETY RULES.

_ODEL

NUMBER 917254531

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIALNUMBERSWILLBE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIALNUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE,

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod_

ucL Contact your nearest Sears store for details°

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules_

, Follow a regular schedulein maintaining, caring for and

using your unit.

•Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: t2.0

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OiL (3.0 PINTS): SAE 30 (or 10W-30)

WINTER: SAE 5W-30

SPARK PLUG (GAP°030 IN.): CHAMPION RJ-19LM

STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE .005 - .007 IN

EXHAUST .009 -o0t I IN

GROUND SPEED: FORWARD

1st 1.t0 MPH

2nd 2.00 MPH

3rd 3,00 MPH

4th 4.20 MPH

5th 5.00 MPH

REVERSE: 130 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 w!th an internal combus-

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

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

land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

any). If aspark arrester ts used, 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).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

operating and maintenance instructions in 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 caused by punctures from outside objects (suchas naits, 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, includingbent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the

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

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rentalpurposes.

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 days from date of purchase, ff any battery included with this riding equlpment proves defective in material or workmanship

and our testing determines the battery wif{ not hold a charge, Sears wilt replace the battery at no charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTEPjDEPARTMENT IN THE

UNITED STATES THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES°

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

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIMTIES ..................... 3, 14-17

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

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

INDEX ...................................... ;...................................... 4

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

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

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 18-23

STO RAG E.................................................................... 24

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 25-26

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 28-43

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

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

INDEX

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

Adjustments:

Brake ............................................. 20

Carburetor .................................... 23

Mower

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

Side-To-Side ........................... 19

Throttle Control Cable ................... 23

Air Filter, Engine .................................... 17

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

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

Battery:

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

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

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

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

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

Starting with Weak Battery ........... 21

Storage ........................................... 24

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

Belt:

Motion Drive

Removal!Replacement .............20

Mower Blade Drive

Removal/Replacement ........... 20

Blade:

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

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

Brake Adjustment .................................. 20

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

Controls, Tractor ................................. 10

Customer Responsibilities ............. 14-17

Engine:

Air Filter ....................................... 17

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner o_o17

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

Battery ........................................ t 6

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

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

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

Spark Plugs ................................. t 7

Tractor:

Blade .......................................... ! 5

Lubrication Chad ....................... 14

Maintenance Schedule ............ 14

Tire Care ........................... 8,15,21

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

Electrical:

interlocks and Relays .................... 22

Schematic ...................................... 27

Wiring Diagram .............................. 28

Engine:

Air Filter ....................................... 17

Air Filter Foam Pre.Cleaner ......... 17

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Storage ...............................................24

Filter:

Air Filter .............................................17

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cfeaner ........ 17

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

Fuel:

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

Storage .................................................24

Fuse ...........................................................22

Hood Remova!/Installation ................... 22

Leveling Mower Deck .......................... 19

Lubrication:

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

Maintenance Schedule ...........................14

Mower:

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

Adjustment, Side4o-Side ...............19

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

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

Cutting Height ................................ 1t

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

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

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

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

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

Spark Arrester ............................ 3,38

Oil:

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

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

Storage .......................................... 24

Operation ......................................... 10-13

Operating Mower ................................ 12

Options:

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

Spark Arrester ........................... 3,38

Parking Brake ................................ 10-11

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

Parts, ReplacementJRepalr ........... 28-43

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

Repair Parts ........................................28-43

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

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

Service and Adjustments ............... !8-23

Carburetor ..................................... 23

Fuse .............................................. 22

Hood Removal/Installation ............22

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ............ 20

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ........... 20

Mower Adjustment

Front- to-Back .......................... lg

Side-to-Side ............................. 1g

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

Tire Care ............................... 8,15,21

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

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

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

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

Steering Wheel ................................. 7,21

Stopping the Tractor ........................... 11

Storage ................................................ 24

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment ................................... 23

Tires......................................................8,15,21

Trouble Shooting Chad .................. 25-26

Transaxle:

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

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

Wiring Diagram ....................................... 28

Wiring Schematic .................................. 28

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments werg 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 MAINTENANCE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGtNE OIL STABiLiZER BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicle_ Many of those 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 VAtS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and

leaves. Wand attachment to pick up debris in hard4o-reach

pfaces_

CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available

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

diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs_ofweight. Rounded

edges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum_

$PREADERISEEDER$ make seeding, fertilizing, and weed

killing 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 steelcoring tips, 1501b. capacity weight tray,

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta-

pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on lO-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in.

Steel weight tray for increased penetration

P_IULCHRAKE/DETHATOHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. 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 ferlilizers.

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, wheet weights, or rear drawbar

weight.)

SNOWTHROWER has40-inch swath_ Drum-type auger hand!es

powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement, Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seal 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; ctosely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction_

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheets provide needed traction for

snow t'emoval or dozing heavy materials_ In pairs. (30 tbs. each.)

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; 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_ (Catalog onlyo)

Optional accessories for tractor cab: tinted/tempered solid

safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-vott amber

caution light for mounting on cab top. (Catalog only.)

TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather. Made of

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

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

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

onlyo)

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

#10-16 x 1/2

(1) Hex Bolt t/2-13 x I

(I) Shoutder Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

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

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Battery acid

Steering

Wheel

Steering

Boot

Owner's Manual

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Battery

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

__/___ Steering

i Wheel

Steering Wheel Insert

Adapter

Steering

Bushing

_1_ (2) Keys

Battery Caps

15° Slope Sheet and Snstructions

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 5/16" wrench

(2) 7/t6" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(t) 9/t6" 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 UNIT 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.

BEFORE ROLLING UNIT OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft,

_' Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

line 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,

o 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 3/8-24 hex locknut and

tighten securely,

. Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

o Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

STAPLES IN SKI D THAT MAY PUNCTURE T_RES WHERE

UNIT IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

(See Fig. 6)

o Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

, Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

, Ptace gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position,

, Roll unit backwards off skid.

, Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

INSERT

3/8-24 HEX LOCKNUT

2-3/8"

STEERING

BUSHING

_STEERING

WHEEL

ADAPTER

STEERING

BOOT

STEERING SHAFT

(ASSEMBLY POSITION)

STEERING SHAFT

pSHIPPtNG

OSITtON)

FIG. !

ASSEMBLY

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 wlth battery acid.

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged

battery acid are explosive.

Read the Instructions Included with the

batteryvent caps. Alwayswear 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 celt until it reaches the

bottom of the vent wells. Do not overfill.

• Allow 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 tS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE

CHARGED BEFORE USE, FAILURE TO CHARGE

BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY

LIFE.

o Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour. Use

a 12volt battery charger° Observe all safety precautions

required for battery charging.

o Check the acid level after the battery is charged, if the

acid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or

iron free water.

• Install 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°

o Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for

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

gallon plastic 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

/VENT WELL

E ,H;I LEv,-

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolto

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

° Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

• Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer

loosely. Do not tighten_

o Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

•Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

•Slide seat until a comfortable position isreached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down

(See Fig. 6).

. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEATPAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

- FLAT WASHER

ADJUSTMENT LOCK WASHER

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 resuRs, mower housing should be ,properly

leveled. 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 propedy adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual°

FIG= 2 8

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5)

CAUTION: Do not short battery terml.

nals. Before Installing battery, remove

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc,

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acclden=

tat grounding.

• Lift seat to raised position,

=Open battery box door.

= Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals

toward front of unit.

. Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box.

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

terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

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

tery terminal with remain{ng hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely°

- Close battery box door.

Open battery box door for:

. Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

o Inspection for corrosion.

° Testing battery.

. Jumping (if required).

•Periodic charging o

BATTERY

BOX DOOR

POSlTIVE NEGATIVE

(RED) CABLE (BLACK) CABLE

FLAT

WASHER

HEX

BO_

LOCK WASHER

HEX NUT

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL

FIG. 4

BATTERY

BO_

VENT CAPS

FIG. 5

,!'CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT,

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

/" All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton_

/Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely°

/Alttires are properly inflated, (For shipping purposes,

the tires were over-inflated at the factory).

/" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front4o-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

prcpedy inflated for leveling).

/Check mower and drive belts, Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers_

v" Check wiring, See that all connections are stilt secure

and wires are property clampe&

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

#" Engine oil is at proper level

,/ Fuel tank is fifted with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline,

,I Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before yo_t _t?_ the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition,

OPERATnON

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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_

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION LIFT LEVER

SWITCH PLUNGER

LIGHT SWITCH

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

CLUTCH!BRAKE

[ J

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: Locks clutch/brake pedat into the

brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

ATTACHI'_IENT 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 lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

OPERATION

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

result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety g|asses 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.

IGNITION ATTACHMENT

KEY ,, CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED"

POSITION "DISENGAGED"

POSITION

_ROTTL_

CHOKE

CONTROL'

LEVER

PARKING

BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

GEAR-

LEVER

"BRAKE'

POSITION

CLUTCHtBRAKE

PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION PARKING BRAKE

'DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 7

STOPPING (See Fig. 7)

MOWER BLADES -

oMove attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition,

GROUND DRIVE -

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

o Move gearshift lever to "NEUTRAL" position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to"SLOW" position°

o Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving vehicle to prevent

unauthorized use.

o Never use choke to stop engine,

NOTE: Under certain conditions when unit is standing idle

with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of Brass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine wnen stopping unit on grass areas.

---CAUTIO N_p unit cornpletely,-

a_ov,be efore leaving the

_. poIstol _n' to empty grass

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 7)

Always operate engine at full throttle,

o 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

F g.6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever,

•Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever 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,

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..1/2to 4'L The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

° The average lawn should be cut approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and over 3 inches during

hot month& For healthier and better looking lawns,

mow often and after moderate growths

o For best cutting performance grass over 6 inches in

heght should be mowed twice, Make the first cuf

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.

• Engagemower by slowly moving attachment clutch

lever to ENGAGED' position.

° TO STOP MOWER _ Move attachment clutch lever to

"DISENGAGED" po__sition;...........

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place,

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

LOW

POSITION

R,N°

RUNNER

DISCHARGE GUARD

ATTACHMENTCLUTCHLEVER

=DISENGAGED=POSITION

.ENGAGED =

POSI_ON

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

hitis.

o Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills_

.If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

= If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

o Move gearshift lever to 1st 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 all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

oRaise attachment lift control to highest position°

. 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.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 13)

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

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

o Check engine oil with unit on level ground,

o Remove oil 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.

o For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (see "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)_

° To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

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

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline willincrease carbon

and lead 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.

: _.,,,,,,,_ ,,, ., ,....... I

,_ CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank !

._ filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipeoffany I

spilled oil or fuel, Do not store, spill or |

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig, 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has

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

fuel 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: tf 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 unit°

•Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance, See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

in 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 cut. 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 wilt discharge away from

shrubs, fences, driveways, etc, 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 possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired heighL

,Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will

plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. 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.

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CUSTOMER RESPONS BILFRES

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Br,a,ke Ope,ra!!on

Check T_rePressure 6#4'

Check for Loose Fasteners ...... _44

RSharpen!Replace Mower Blades

_A LubricationChart

C Check Battery LeveVRecharge

0 Clean Battery and Terminals

R Check Transmission Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Be_t(s)Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

NClean AirScreen

G InsPect Muffler/SparkArrester

IReplace Otl Filter (If equipped)

EN "Clean En,,g,i,ne,,,c,ooling ........

Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

v',

J__U L

1 - Change mere often when operating under a heavy toad or tn high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service mere often when operatIng In dirty or dusty conditions

SERVICE DATES

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3_If equipped with ot! fitter,change oll every 50 hours+

4 - Re#ace btadee more oftenwhen mowing Fnsandy soIL

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this vehicle does not cover items that have @

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

receive ful! value from the warranty, operator must main-

tain unit as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will 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 repIace air filter, and check blades and belts for @

wear, A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air4uel mixture and help your engine run better

and last tonger°

LUBRICATION CHART

(If equipped)

@ FRONT WHE _)

BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

CLUTCH PIVOT

ENGINE@

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level,

• Check brake operation,

"Check tire pressure°

•Check for loose fasteners,

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL API - BG

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

@REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES =ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT PO)NTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS, VISCOUS LUBRI*

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. tF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance_

CUSTOMER ESPONSIBILITmES

BRAKE OPERATION

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

high speed in highest gear,,!han brake must be adjusted,

(See 'TO ADJUST BRAKE in Service and AdjLJstments

section of this manual),

TIRES

-Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD ,_

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual),

. Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

"Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects 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 biades more often if mowing in

sandy conditions.

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

mower_

o Replace bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

o Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades,

• Remove hex bott, lock washer and flat washer securing

blade,

° Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown,

- Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown,

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

DE f'_ _" "_ MANDREL

_'A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIEDBYSIXLINESONTHEBOLTHEAD.

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-

tual 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, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancero (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bat-

ancer).

, Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

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.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade, The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE

5/8 _ BOLT BLADE

OR PIN J

FIG. 11

BATTERY (See Fig. 12)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use. However periodic charg,ing of the battery

wth an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

with bottoms of vent wells. Add only distilled or iron free

water if necessary. Do not overfill.

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RESPONSiBILiTIES

CUT AWAY VIEW CAP

WELL

CELL ACID

LEVEL

FIG. 12

°Keep battery and terminals clean.

.Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps open.

-Recharge at 6 amperes for I 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 soda to one galton of water. Becarefulnottoget

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 jeI¥

° Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual)°

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

and replace if necessary. The belts are 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 ff 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 equalivento 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 APt 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 pJug.

,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 oit fill dipstick for checking levet. Be sure

dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

,OIL DRAIN PLUG

FIG. 13

AIR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER (See Fig,

14)

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by

using a dirty air filter_ Clean the foam pro-cleaner element

after every 25 hours of operation, more often if used in very

dusty, dirty conditions.

• Remove knob and cover.

• Remove cartridge nut and replace cartridge.

, Reassemble and tighten securely,

NOTE: Do not a_empt to clean or oil the paper cartridge.

Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100

hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty

condition&

• Wash foam pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water.

• Wrap foam pro-cleaner in c_oth and squeeze dry_

• Lightly coat foam pre-cleaner with clean engine oil.

Squeeze in towel to remove excess oil. Do not satu-

rate_

o Install foam pro-cleaner over paper cartridge.

• Reassemble cover and secure with knobs.

COVER

KNOB

=CARTRIDGE

COVER _NUT

_"'_PAPER

FOAM _ _ CARTRIDGE

FRE-CLE ANERI'- _ _

__R CLEANER BASE

FIG. 14

AIR SCREEN (See Fig, 15)

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.

o Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing

off engine.

. Remove the screws securing the starter housing and

lift housing off engine.

o Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly

ctean engine cooling fins,

. To reassemble, reverse above procedure°

SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING

STARTER

HOUSING

OIL FILL

DIPSTICK 1SPARK

ENGINE COOLINGFINS PLUG

FIG. 15

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

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

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every t00 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 filter should be replaced 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°

'-_ FUEL

FILTER

FIG. 16

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc_ of all foreign

matter.

oKeep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc,

"Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean youl

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.

SERVSCE AND 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.

oTurn 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.

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TRACTOR {

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17)

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

•Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position_

•Move attachment lift lever'forward to lower mower to its

lowest position,

• Roll belt off engine pulley,

•Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring,

•Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs_

•Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs,

•Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower

out from under tractor,

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER tS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, THE

R.H. AND Loll. 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.

=Lower tift tever to its lowest position_

•lnsta]l mower in reverse order of removal instructions_

CLUTCH RETAINER

ROD SPRING

RETAINER

SPRINGS

ENGINE

PULLEY

FIG. 17

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower whifetractor is parked on tevet ground or

dfiveway_ Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS' on page 3) If tires are

over or under inflated, you will not properly adjust your

mower.

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°

•To raise teft 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".

• Replace access hole cover.

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

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 3/8" to

1/2" lower than the rear 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 lower front of mower turn nut"E" counterclockwise

on both front links an equal number of turns.

• When distance "D" is 3/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front

links

o To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F" from trunnion on

both front links Turn nut "E" clockwise on both front

links an equal number of turns.

. When distance "D" is 3/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, retighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front

links,

IMPORTANT: WHEN ADJUSTING FRONT LINK

TRUNNIONS, ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SO

MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment,

LIFT LEVER

(RAISED

POSITION)

BOTTOM BOTTOM

OF CURL OF CURL

GROUNDLINE

FIG. 18

SIDE TO SIDE

ADJUSTMENT _ [)) _/

TRUNNION_NUT "C'

NUT"B"

FIG. 20

NUT "F" .E•

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

FIG. 19 FIG. 21

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SERVICE AN

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig, 22)

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°

•Disconnect R.Ho suspension arm from rear deck

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

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

belt guides°

MANDREL R,H. SUSPENSION ARM ENGINE PULLEY

PULLEY

ADJUSTMENTS

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED'

RETAINER

SPRING

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 23

NUT "A"

JAM NUT

OPERATING

ARM

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See

Fig. 24)

Park the tractor on level area° Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

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

section of this manual)°

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

•Remove belt from engine pulley.

•Roll belt over top of transaxle pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above procedure°

ONLY WITH BELT LISTED

FRAME

IMPORTANT: REPLACE

IN THtS MANUAL.

FIG. 22

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23)

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'L Retighten jam nut against nut "A".

•Engage parking brake and recheck distance.

o 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 au-

thorized service center.

PULLEY

STATIONARY

IDLER

FIG. 24

CLUTCHING

IDLER

ENGINE

PULLEY

SERVICE AN

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer..

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toeqn and camber are not adjustable on

ADJUSTMENTS

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig, 26)

_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries goner-

|_'-_, ate explostve gases, Keepsparks, flame

| _ and smoking materials away from bat-

_ terles. Always wear eye protection

! --_, When around batteries,

your tractor_ if damage has occured to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service

center,

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See

Fig, 25)

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key- Do

not Iose)o

•Repair tire and reassemble.

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

and axle. Insert square key

•Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

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

recharged, tf "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 good

CHASSIS GROUND, 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 tast from both batteries.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLECOVER

"_ SQUARE KEY

(REARWHEELONLY)

FIG, 25

POSITIVETERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

CHARGED

BATTERY

POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

FIG, 26

SERVICE AN

,, ,i

TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 27)

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The

fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly

in front of the dash.

ADJUSTMENTS

i,i ,i ,,111,,111,,, iii i, ,i ii, / i i [

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 28)

...........

CAUTION: Muffler is hot. Be careful I

when removing retainer springs from

hood pivot brackets. ,,,, ............... ]

FUSE

_' HOLDER

FIG. 27

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 grill

• 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.

,Raise hood_

.Unsnap headright wire connector.

o Remove retainer springs from hood pivot brackets.

°Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt

forward and lift off of tractor°

*'To reinstall, slide hood pivot brackets into slots in

frame° Replace retainer springs.

.Reconnect headlight wire connector and close hood,

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

REMOVE

RETAINER

SPRINGS

FIG. 28

SERVICE AN

,1 , ill = , = i i, M,,, =,H.,,.I,

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 29)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable, If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever

from "SLOW" to "CHOKE" position° Slowly move lever

from "CHOKE" to "FAST" position_

• Check that holes"A" in governor control lever and hole

in governor plate line-up_ if holes "A" are not aligned,

loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes

are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

GOVERNOR

CONTROL LEVER GOVERNOR

CONTROL PLATE

HOLES "A" CLAMP

SCREW

............................... j_ =l ..... m

ADJUSTMENTS

i,, i, ,,i i,, 11, i, i i, _L,,u,_,,

FINAL SET'f'tNG -

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

final adjustments with engine running and shiftj'motion

control lever in "NEUTRAL position.

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

finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle spee_

screw_ Turn idle speed screw to attain t750 RPM.

. While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

screw, turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise) until en-

gine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwisel

until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway

between those two positions° Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

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

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idie mixture

valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test anc

continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler

ates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted_ Do not adjust

damage may result°

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WtTH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH iS FACTORY SET FOR PROPEF

ENGINE SPEED, OVERSPEEDING THE ENG1NEABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BI!

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENG1NE-GOVERNE[

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUF

NEAREST AUTHORfZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HA.c

PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE AN _

NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS

FIG. 29

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 30)

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, turnig idle mixture valve In (clockwise) de-

creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/

air mixture, Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter.

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT" DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND

THE SEAT tN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT tF SCREW tS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHTo

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

• Air cleaner 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 idle mixture valve In (clockwise)

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 full turn.

THROTTLE IDLE SPEED

LEVER SCREW

IDLE MIXTURE

VALVE

FIG. 30

.......................... , ,, ...................... _ --

STORAGE

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 abuilding

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing In any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage° When

mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor.

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual)°

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

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual),

•Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

oBe sure that all 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

Iightly 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 cteaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities 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°

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,

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.

o 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

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always foliow 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 Customer Responsib'hTes

section of this manual),

CYLINDERS

°Remove spark plug(s)_

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

cylinder(s).

. Turn ignition key to"START" position fora few seconds

to distribute oil.

oReplace with new spark plug(s),

OTHER

° Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

oReplace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

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

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

protection from dust and dirL

. Cover your unit with asuitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

witl cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROU LESHOOTING POINTS

,i,, ,,i, ],11 illl , Ulll ............................. : ............ • _:,_ ......................

PROBLEM

ill IUU'U. ii

Will not start

Hard to 8tart

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but wltl not

start

i,i i i i, n l

Lose of power

Exceastve vibration

CAUSE

1, Out of fuel.

2, Engine not "CHOKED" properly,

3Engine flooded,

4. Bad spark piug.

5. Dirty eJrfilter.

6. Dirty fuet filter.

7. Water In fuel

8. Loose or damaged wNng.

9o Carburetor out of adjustment.

10 Engine valves out of adjustment.

1Dirty air fiitar..

2. Bad spark plug

& Weak or dead battery

4 Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel,

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of edjustmanL

t. Clutch!brake pedal not depressed°

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Spark plug wire Is disconnected.

4 Weak er dead battery.

5 BIown fuse.

6. Corroded battery terminals.

7 Loose or damaged wiring.

8. Faulty Ignition switch.

9. Faulty solenoid or starter.

10. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

1: Weaker dead battery.

2Corroded battery terminals.

3Loose or damaged wtdng

4. Faulty solenoid or statler,

1. Cutting too much grass/too fasL

2_ ThrotlJe tn "CHOKE" position.

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

4. Dlrty air filter.

5. Low ell level/dirty oil

6. Faulty spark plug,

7DLrtyfuel filter.

8. State or dirty fuel.

9 Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine alr screen/fins

t2. Dirty/slogged muffler

13 Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment

t5 Engine valves out of adjustmenL

I. Worn, bent or loose blade

2. Bent blade mandrel

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

CORRECTION

1 Flit fuel tank.

2o See TO START ENGINE in Operation section.

3, Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark pTug

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6, Replace fuel filter,

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

gasoline and repfaca fuel fitter.

8 Check aU wEdng,

9, Contact Sears Service DepartmenL

10. Contact Sears Service Department.

1. Clean/replace air fi_ter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6o Check el{ wiring.

7 Contact Seats Service DepaP, mant

8. Contact Se&rs Service Department.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2, Disengage attachment clutch,

3 Connect wire to spark plug.

4, Recharge or replace battery

5, Replace fuse.

6 Clean batterytermtnais,

7. Cheek all wiring

8Check/replace Ignition switch.

9, Check/repeats solenoid or starter.

l& ContaCt Sears Service DepartmenL

.................................................... ,i

1, Recharge or replace battery

2Clean battery terminals.

3. Check nit wiring.

4r CheckJreplaee solenoid or statler.

........... H U:H,,"I'IH,

1Set tn =Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3, Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/repines a_rfilter.

5_ Check oil level./change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7 Replace fuel filler.

8. Drain fuel tank end refill with fresh gasoline.

9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter

10. Connect and tighten sp_k plugwfre.

11, Clean englne air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler

13. Check allwidng.

14. Contact Sears Service Department

15, Contact Sears Service DepartmenL

1. Replace blade Tighten blade boll

2. Replace blade mandrel.

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

i,l_,_J,J,i,J,i,

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades wl]l not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(If so equipped)

Battery will not charge

..... ii, , ,ir,, /i '1 ....... i' ,11,,

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

,i,i ...... _ ,,, i,ii i

CAUSE

1 Fauity operator-safety presence central system,

t. Worn, bentor _oosebiade_

2Mower decknotlevel

3_ Buildupof grass, _eaves,and trashundermowe_,

4. Bentblade mandrel,

1, Obstruction tn clutch mechanism

2, Worn/damaged mower ddve belt.

3 Frozen idler pulley

4r Frozen blade mandrel

1, Enginespeedtoo stow.

2. Travel speedtoo fasL

3 Wet grass.

4, Mowerdecknot level

5, Low/uneventire air pressure

6, Worn, bent or {easeblade,

7, Buiidup of grass, {eavesand trash under mower.

8o Mower drive belt worn,

9, Blades improperlyinstalled.

10, improperblades used,

1, Switch _s"OFF",

2 Bulb(s) burned out°

3 Faulty tight switch.

4, Loose or damaged wiring.

5 Blown fuse,

1, Bad battery ce_I(s),

2. Poor cabte connections,

3. Faulty regulator (if so equlppsd).

4, Faulty alternator,

CORRECTION

, ,1 ,,1,1 ii

1, Check wiring, switches and connections, If not

corrected, contact Sears Service Department,

I, Rep{ace blade. Tighten blade boll

2, Leve_ mower deck.

3Clean undersideofmower housing,

4. Replace blade mandrel

1, Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower ddve bell

3, Replace idler pu]leyo

4, Replace blade mandrel.

1, Place throttle control in "FAST" position°

2, Shift to slower speed,

3, At_ow grass to dry before mowing,

4, Level mower deck,

5 Check tires for proper air pressure,

6, Replace/sharpen blade, Tighten blade boll

7. Clean underside of mower housing,

8 Replace mower drive bell

9 Retnsta{I bfades sharp edge dowm

t0. Replace with blades listed In Lhis manual

1, "rum switch "ON"r

2_ RepJace bulb(s),

3. Check]replace light switch,

4, Check wiring and connections,

5o Replace fuse.

1_ Replace battery.

2, Check/clean aJl connections,

3,, Replace regulator.

4, Replace altemator

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

SCHEMATIC

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

RED

BLACK

WHITE

IGNITION SWITCH

1i".-.-.-.-.-.-._313CZ33

IGNITION8WITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT 7

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

FUSE 30 AMP.

'O1

I{,._1

...... J

CLUTCH/BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

RED

....... 1

WHITE __.._"_T'-

1 I I

t I !

t t

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 tS SPEEDED UP,

THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME

THEIR BRIGHTEST.

ATT'MENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

I i l

-- I_

SOLENOID

STARTER

(

BLACK

I- I

SEAT

SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

,oN,T,oNSPARKUNIT PLUG

3AMPSOC/" DIODE '%,..... ALTERNATOR

@3600 RPM " 20 VOLTS AC (MfN)

(BATTERY _N LINE)

5 AMPS ALTERNATOR

@11voLTSAc@_ _PM

I...... I

(OFF)

--(-_--- REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: If wiring insulated clips were re-

moved for servicing of unit, they should

be replaced to properly secure your wlring_

REPAnR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ° .. MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

ELECTRICAL

A B C

12 13 18

32 33

31 34 19

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR., oMODEL NUMBER 917,254531

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t 121265X

2 STD365402

3 124211X

4 132017

54207J

6132202

7 4799J

8 129965

9 t09596X

t0 !09081X

tt STD551125

12 73350400

13 74780408

14 STD551225

15 STD541425

16 131563

17 109553X

18 STD601005

19 104445X

2O STD601005

21 12t305X

22 121264X

23 74760412

24 STD55t025

25 STD55!125

26 STD541025

27 109310X

28 108824X

29 105687X

30 123620X

31 1t0712X

32 127441X

33 7662J

34 108236X

35 STD601005

36 130890

37 STD601005

Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp

* Switch Ign 5 Term Woiwash/nut

Nut Ignition

Harness tgn Bs Dash Headlights

Cable Ground 6ga 12' black

Cable Battery 6 Ga 42"red

Cable Battery 6ga 11"red

Case Battery Hinge Mechanical

Clamp Hose Olive

Solenoid

*Washer Lock 1/4

Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20uncxl/2 Gr5

*Washer Lock Ext Tooth 1/4

*Nut Keps Hex 1/4_20 Unc

Cover Terminal Red

Switch lntlk Clutch Red 4 Term

* Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2

Switch lntlk Clutch Red 2 Term

*Screw Tap Hex #10,24unc X 1/2

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Caps Battery 25/30 Amp.

Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4

*Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

*Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

*Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Key Ign Molded Craftsman

Fuse 30 Amp Auto Green

Tube Plast c

Cover Sw Key BIk I 25 Text Sit

Switch Light Blk BIk Red

Harness Socket Light

Bulb Light #1141

Bracket Switch Clutch

* Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2

Bracket Switch Interlock

*Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2

*STANDARD HARDWARE _- PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S, inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPAUR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ° = MODEL NUMBER 917,254531

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

AB D E F G H ! K L

_2s

23_._

21 "o

21 t7

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ,-,- MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 131052

2 127866

3 17490612

4 STD523707

5STD541437

6 124465x0t4

7 17490608

8 2751R

9 123042X

10 5479J

11 122795X

12 12t794X

13 124031X

14 17490608

15 74180512

16 STD541431

17 13t445x417

18 126938X

t9 STD512505

20 8TD551125

21 122933X

22 124479X

23 4921H

24 STD523707

25 19131312

26 STD541437

27 17490608

28 123915X

29 124029X

30 109872x417

31 109873X

32 17490612

33 105476x417

34 105475x417

36 STD533707 *

36 STD541437 *

Chassis Weldment 12ga 38/42

Drawbar Lt/yt 11 Ga

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty4t

*Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 3/4

* Nut Crowntock 3/8-16 Unc

Saddle Silkscreen 5sp English

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt

Clip Line Fuel t3/32 Mtg Hole

Dash Siikscreened Sears Eng

Plug Button Blk 359 Dia

Panel Pnt Dash Lh

Cover Access Black Square

Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment

Screw Thdrol 3/8q 6xl/2 Ty-tt

Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18uncx3/4

* Nut Keps 5/'16-,18 Unc

Hood Asm Pnt Weld Silver Powde

Bumper Hood

* Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20unc X 1/2

*Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

Rivet Ratchet Nylon

Washer Nylon Blk 28x 75x 19

Retainer Spring

* Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X 3/4

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Screw Thdrcl 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt

Grille Grey

Lens Headlight Bar Clear

Fender Pnt

Bracket Pnt Fender

Screw Thdro! 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Footrest Pnt Lh Perf (silver)

Footrest Pnt Rh Perf (silver)

Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/'8-16 X3/4

Nut Crownleck 3/8-16 Unc

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U,S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

DRIVE

57 D

30 _! 13 39 -_,

E_L _1 _1 12 14

-17 \ 0----21

E 10 8 34 37

A B C D E F G H I

15 618 1 67 0 32

72 _ 19_o_ 68

REPARR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NOn DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

120897X

1t0422X

123666X

12000028

121520X

17490512

1069t9X

12446tX

19151216

Transaxle 5sp Std Dana

Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc

Pulley Transaxte Alum

Ring Retainer # 5100-62

Strap Pnt Torque 30 Deg Blk

Screw Thdrol 5/t6-18 X 3/4 Tyt

Plate Pnt Rod Shift T/a (btk)

Rod Shifter Blk (dana)

Washer t5/32 X 3/4 X 16ga

10 STD5612t0 * Pin Cotter t/8 X 1 Cad

11 105701X Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole

12 19091210 Washer 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

13 71040412 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4,28unfx3/4 Gr8

14 STD551t25 *Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

15 STD523727 *Bott Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X 2-3/4

!6 STD541437 *Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

17 121520X Strap PntTorque 30 Deg Blk

18 STD523707 * Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 3/4

19 STD54t437 *Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

20 17490512 Screw Thdrot 5/t6q8 X 3/4 Tyt

21 106933X Knob Rd 1/2,,13 Ptstc Thds BIk

22 131867 Rod Brake Lt

23 STD541437 * Nut Lock Hex W/wsh 3/8-16unc

24 STD541237 * Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

25 106888X Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc

26 STD551037 *Washer 13/32X 13/16X 16Ga

27 STD561210 * Pin Cotter l/S X 3/4 Cad

28 128904 Rod Brake Parking Lt

29 124236X Cap Parking Brake Red

30 109167X Bracket Transmission

31 127275X Keeper Belt Lh Lt 14 Ga

32 STD523707 * Bolt Fin Hex 3/8,16unc X 3/4

33 STD541437 * Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

34 122424X Shaft Asm Pedal Foot I 930

35 120t83X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id

36 STD551062 *Washer 21/32 X 1 X 16 Ga

37 STD57t8t0 *Pin Roll 3/16 X 1"

38 123674X Pulley tdter Flat

39 STD523727 * Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X 2-3/4

40 4470J Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp

41 !09070X Keeper Belt Retainer

42 19131312

43 STD541437

44 105706X

45 1108t2X

46 12000039

47 127783

48 123789X

49 123205X

50 STD523715

51 STD54t437

52 STD55t037

53 t05710X

54 STD5612t0

55 t05709X

56 STD56t210

57 125907X

58 127274X

59 104777X

60 19131312

61 17490612

62 8883R

63 131002

64 7t'130720

65 STD55t143

66 129921

67 STD523710

68 19131312

69 STD541437

70 131402

71 STD523710

72 19132012

73 STD541437

74 t09502X

75 I21749X

76 STD581075

77 123583X

78 t21748X

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

*Nut Crownlock 3/8q6 Unc

Bearing Nyl 503 X 628 X 1 25

Washer Hardened

Ring KIip #t5304-50

Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic

Beflcrank Asm

Retainer Belt Style Spring

* Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc X t-1/2

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

*Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga

Link Clutch 7 66

* Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Spring Return Clutch 6 75

* Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

V-belt Ground Drive 90 00

Keeper Belt Rh Lt Pnt!zinc 16g

Retainer Belt Chassis Lh Zinc

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Cover Pedal BIk Std

Pulley Engine

Bolt Finhex 7/16-20unfx1-1/4g8

*Washer Lock HW Hlcl Spr 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine Lh Lt

* Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 't3/32 X 13/16 X t2 Ga

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh

* Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 1-!/4 X 12 Ga

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spacer Split 80xl 94 Cad/zinc

Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X t6 Ga

* Ring E #5133-75

Key Square 2 0 X 1845/1865

Washer 25/32 X t 5/8 X 16ga

*STANDARD HARDWARE - _ PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in Uo& inches

'I inch = 25.4 mm

/ !," }_J_I._

tl I t 2"_ i q!,l_,lii.

I _o ,,+ s#'-'_

\,, t \ ".,tp

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 t00713N

2 105669X

3130460

4 130459

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 130468

11 STD551137

12 73610600

13 110438X

!4 74011056

15 73601000

16 132624

17 132614

18 57079

19 124035X

20 !26684X

21 STD551125

22 71070410

23 127501

24 109816X

25 124036X

26 12000029

27 !24034X

28 6266H

29 17490612

30 STD551137

31 73610600

32 130465

33 120754X

Wheel Steering Std Black

Axle Asm Front

Spindle Asm Lh

Spindle Asm Rh

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga

Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Bearing Col Strg Blk

Link Drag Sol Ball Jt 20 064

*Washer Lock Hvy Hfct Spr 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Bolt Hex 5/8-11 Uric X 3-1/2

Nut Hex Jam Lk W/wh 5/8-11 Unc

Pin Axle 5/8 X 1 55/1 54 Lg

Shaft Asm Strg 5/8 X 15 19 Lt

Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033

Support Shaft

Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062

* Washer Lock HW Helical 1/4

Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8

Shaft Asm Pittman

Nyliner Snap tn

Bracket Steering

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Gear Sector

BearingRace Thrust Harden

Screw'rhdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

*Washer Lock HW Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech

Bushing Rod Tie BIk Lt

19131416 Washer 13/32 X 7/8X 16ga

STD561210 * Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

132196 Bushing Strg 5/8 ld Dash

STD611005 * Screw Slftp #10d 6 X 1/2 Ty-b

100710L Insert Cap Strg Wheel Std BIk

!9133808 Washer t3/32 X 2-3/8 X 8 Ga

STD54t537 * Nut Lock Center 3/8-24unf

104820X Adaptor Wheel Strg 640/635id

124417X Boot Shaft Steering

121749X Washer 25/32 X 1 !/4 X 16 Ga

12t748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga

12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75

!21232X Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE; All component dimensions given in UoS. inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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12 HP 38" RBDING LAWN TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

SEAT ASSEMBLY

|'..,,

•, ,)

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 127436

2 126656X

3 STD523707

4 19131210

5 275tR

6 STD54t437

712418tX

8 17490616

9 19131614

t0 124294X

11 12!26tX

!2 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050411

f5 t2t249X

DESCRIPTION

Seat V250 BIk/red Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

* Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 3/4

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X !0 Ga

Clip Line Fuel 13/32 Mtg Hole

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty4t

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Strio Foam Gray Or Black

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Soap Blk Nyl 50 ld

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk t/4-20xl-3/8

Spacer Split 28 X 88 Zinc

ABCDE

_19 _22_ 4 (_)8 _)17

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

16 t21250X

17 123976X

!8 8TD51t005

19 73951000

20 4171R

21 105529X

22 8TD541431

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 127018X

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock t/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

* Screw Sltd Pan Hd #10-32 X 1/2

Nut Keps #t0-32 Unf

Clip Insulated 11/32 Mtg Hole

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Blkz

* Nu! Crown Lock 5/16-18

Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr5

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X t2 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

STD551t50 *Washer Lock Hvy Htcl Spr 1/2

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoSoinches

! inch =25°4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR., - MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

DECALS

13 18 6 47 8 5 8 7 3 13 10

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 t08456X

2 126685X

3 124489X

4 124490X

5 132674

6 133644

7 126770X

8 10863tX

9 125880X

10 106974X

DESCRIPTION

Decal

Instruction Operat Eng

Eng 12hp Ic B&s Craft

Hood Slope Rh Craftsman

Hood Slope Lh Craftsman

Grille Lt4000 Craft Usa

Maint Customer Sears Dom

Panel Side12 Hp Ic

li(dfe Cut)

Fender Craftsman Red

Caution English

KEY PART

NO. NO.

11 4900J

12 109199X

13 105809X

14 130929

15 121343X

16 3713J

17 133179

18 132267

-- 133947

DESCRIPTION

Decal Clutch/brake English

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E

Decal Chassis 5 Sp 38"

Decal Mower Drive Schematic 38

Decal Danger English

Decal Rota Blades English

Decal Mower Qc System

Decal Insr Wh Strg Crafts Usa

Manual Owners 254531

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

59192

65139

t24157X

4 59904

5 106732x361

6 278H

7 9040H

8 t06108x361

9 123969X

10 7152J

tl t04757X

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire Front Turf t t (Optional, Service

Item Only)

Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6"front Silver Service

Fitting Grease

Bearing F_ange

Rim Asm 8"rear Silver Service

Tire R Tsii t8x8 5-8 C Service

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

_Optional, Service Item Only)

ap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

ENGINE

127

36 F3236

OPTIONAL EQU IPM ENT

Spark Arrestet

II /23

C D E F G H I J

9615427

_8 _16 _ _)11

_10 lg

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ==MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 132759

2 17720410

3131951

4 1256t0X

5 101326L

6 17030808

7 STD55t025

8 STD55t125

9 STD522510

10 73220500

11 STD551t31

!2 71070510

13 125593X

14 13280324

t5 13200300

16 STD551237

'17 17490620

t8 105736X

t9 !05839X

20 105838X

21 STD55t025

22 123650X

23 128953

24 STD60t005

25 124027X

26 17030808

27 105037X

28 2751R

29 t21851X

30 127057X

31 t09202X

32 123549X

33 123487X

34 t24028X

35 17490412

36 19091416

37 101335K

38 ---

Control Throt Rh Blk Pdl 15 t0

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

Engine B&s 12hp I/c Dual 1 Vt

Muffler Exhaust B&s Lt Std

Deflector Muffler # 222573

Screw Spiderloc Hexhd#8xt/2 Ab

*Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

*Washer Lock Hvy Helicat 1/4

*Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 UncX 1

Nut Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc

*Washer Lock Hvy H/cl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x5/8

Gasket t 313 ld Tin Plated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-!8 Npt

*Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl -1/4 Tytt

Shield Pnt Heat

Receptacle 1/4 Turn Dacrotized

Retainer 1/4 Turn 365odx 222id

*Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

Stud 1/4 Turn (replaces 105751

Shield Pnt Heat Browning Grass

* Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2

Shield Pnt Heat Hood Lt

Screw Spiderloc Hexhd#8xl/2 Ab

Strip Foam 18"

Clip Line Fuel 13/32 Mtg Hole

Arrestor Spark

Strap Hood

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

Clamp Hose Blk

Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Une

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Line Fuel 950"

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

* STANDARD HARDWARE -- PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR = ,. MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

38" MOWER

45 45

77 71 _'/ 57 58

63 1

27 o 22

"J 19 17

10-.---

_'11"-""

14'

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

38" MOWER

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

129365

STD54t431

STD533107

7631J

110485X

128774

Mower Asm 38"welded

* Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

*Bolt, Carriage 5/16.18 x 3/4

Runner, L. H.

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

Housing Asmo, Mandrel Vented

(machd)

t29895 Bearing, Bali

t33172 Shaft and Bearing Asm_

127842 Blade, Mower, High Performance

129962 Washer, Hard, Mower, Vented

STD551137 * Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8

850857 Bolt, Blade 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8

128961

106736X

106735X

I05896X

110452X

106734X

19111016

105304X

128772

19111216

78158

STD624008

74600636

851074

127218

73350800

130171

73680800

127224

128763

133710

127223

STD541343

t10447X

73710700

133736

129963

129206

73050900

131494

!22052X

19131612

Stripper, Mower, Vented

Shield, Deflector

Rod, Hinge

Bracket, Deflector, Mower

Nut, Push

Spring, Deflector

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ca.

Cap, Sleeve

Runner, R. H.

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ca.

Bolt, Mandrel

* Retainer, Spring

Bolt, Hex Hd. 3/8-t6 x 2_25

Washer, Wear 7 Ga.

Link, Front

Nut, Jam Hex t/2-t3

Trunnion

Nut, Crownlock 1/2-13

Lift, Link, Ro H_

Pin Spring 5/16_3/4

Arm, Suspens on, Rear Asm.

Link, Lift, R. H.

* Nut, Hex Jam ASF 7/t6-20 UNF

Trunnion, Lift

Nut, Crownlock Jam 7/16-20 UNF

Idler Arm Asm.

Washer, Spacer Mower, Vented

Pulley, Mandrel, Single

Nut, Flangelock 9/16

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Spacer, Retainer 1-3/4

Washer 13/32 x I x 12 Ca°

45 STD541437 *Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

46 131290 Belt

47 133502 Spacer, Retainer

48 !33503 Stiffener, Arm Idler

49 120183X Bearing, Nylon

50 122507X Shaft Asmo, Lift

51 105767X Pin, Groove

52 125631X Grip, Handle

53 122365X Button, Plunger

54 122364X Ptunger, Lever

55 122512X Spring

56 122514X Rod, Lever

57 STD581062 *Ring, E

58 19211416 Washer 21/32x7/Sx16Ga.

59 131288 Rod, Brake, R. H.

60 131289 Rod, Brake, L. H.

61 STD560907 *Pin, Cotter 3/32 × 3/4

62 133551 Rod, Pivot

63 133504 Rod, Clutch, Secondary

64 STD533717 *Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 × t-3/4

65 133550 Red, Clutch, Primary

66 73350600 Nut, He× Jam 3/8-t6

67 133205 Trunnion 3/8q6

68 STD624003 *Retainer, Spring

69 127498 Bushing

70 !28759 Spring

71 133573 Arm, Clutch PrimaryAsmo

72 106932X Knob

73 12t748X Washer 25/32 × 1-5/8 x 16 Ca.

74 12000029 Ring, Ktip

75 128903 Bott, Shoulder

76 127845 Keeper, Spring

77 127847 Arm, Clutch, Secondary

78 131870 Spring, Return

79 130840 Brake Ass., Mower, Vented

80 17490512 Screw, Hex, Thd. RoL

5/16-18 x 3/4

-- 131529 Deck, Complete Mower

-- 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 5-8, 10-12, 39 and 41)

* STANDARD HARDWARE -- PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 2&4 mm

FIEPAnFI PARTS

12 HP 38 '=RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

56 47

57 4B

__'- 49

-17

58 6O

43_52

63 64 73

ri 72

REPAgR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917,254531

FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE- MODEL NUMBER 143.4360-06

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 120458X Housing, Upper 41 105928X

2 2274J Screw, Tapping, Large 42 110084X

1/4-20 x .734 43 108983X

3 68003 Bali, Detent 105930X

4 105904X Spring, Detent 10593tX

5 105905X Screw, Set 105932X

6 120460X Shifter Assembly 3417J

7 120461X O-Ring 106097X

8 120462X *Washer, Plain .505 x °942 x -006 2264J

120463X * Washer, Plain ,505 x .942 x .010 106098X

120464X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .015 2265J

120465X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x °020 106586X

t20466X * Washer, Plain _505 x .942 x °026 106587X

838t8 * Washer, Plain °505 x °942 x °030 106588X

120467X * Washer, Plain 505 x 942 x .040 2263J

9 2286J Ring, Retaining 44 120473X

!0 2267J Ring, Retaining 45 !05933X

11 3413J * Washer, Plain ,632 x 1_00 x _0t0 46 120407X

2233J * Washer, Plain ,632 x 1.00 x .020 47 106589X

2232J * Washer, Plain °632 x 1.00 x .026 48 120408X

2231J *Washer, Plain .632 x 1_00 x 031 49 105937X

2230J *Washer, Plain .632 x 1o00 x .036 50 105936X

2229J *Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .041 51 2226J

2228J *Washer, Plain _632x !.00 x .046 52 2227J

2227J *Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .050 53 2263J

2226J *Washer, Plain °632 x 1o00 x _060 54 120474X

105906X * Washer, Plain .632 x I _00 x _082 55 110081X

12 6725J O-Ring 56 105941X

13 120415X Washer, Plain .632× 1.38 ×.046 57 110071X

I4 2257J Key, Woodruff, #9 58 120952X

15 110077X Kit, Input Shaft Assembly 59 110082X

16 t10078X Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth 60 120475X

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 61 t20476X

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 62 120961X

19 10591 IX Bearing, Flange 63 7294J

20 108976X Gear, Spur, 14 Teeth 64 108989

21 1059t3X Collar, Clutch 65 120953X

22 120468X Key, Clutch 66 120954X

23 2242J Key, Woodruff, #3 67 120955X

24 !20469X Shaft, Intermediate

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, #6t 68 108992X

26 105916X Ring, Retaining 69 108996X

27 120470X Sprocket, 18Teeth 70 120956X

28 1t0070X Spacer 71 73810500

29 108977X Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth 72 106596X

30 120405X Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth

31 108980X Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth 73 120993X

32 120406X Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth 74 120951X

33 t08455X Gear, Spur, t9 Teeth 75 !20416X

34 t05923X Spacer 1.133 x 1.50 x.375

35 I05825X Washer, Plain .640 x 1.37 x .06t

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

37 108978X Spacer .630 x 1.00 x.169

38 110079X Assembly, Gear, Combination of _ Order Key Number t5

12 Teeth and 35 Teeth

39 120471X Shaft, Idler

40 120472X Spacer ,635 x .875 x .755

Sprocket, 9 Teeth

Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth

*Washer, Plain ,758 x 1_12×_010

*Washer, Plain ,758 x 1o12x o015

*Washer, Plain _758x 1o12× °020

*Washer, Plain °758 x t.12 x .025

*Washer, Plain .758 x t_25 ×.020

*Washer, Plain .758 x 1.25 × .025

*Washer, Plain .1758× 1.25 x .031

*Washer, Plain .758 × 1.25 x _035

* Washer, Plain 758 ×1.25 x .040

* Washer, Plain .'758 x 1.25 × .045

* Washer, Plain °758 x 1_25× .050

*Washer, Plain .758 × 1.25 × .055

*Washer, Plain .758 x 1.25 × .062

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth

Spacer .781 x 1,00 x .375

Washer, Plain °632 x t .00 x .060

Seal, Felt

Washer, Plain .758 ×1o25 × _062

Axle, Left Hand

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Axle, Right Hand

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping, Large

5/16-18 x 2.25

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain .321 × t .00 × .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Locknut 5/16.24

Screw, Tapping, Large

5/t 6-18 x 1_44

Washer, Plain ,343 × 81 x .059

Puck, Friction

Grease

* Use in Various Combinations To Maintain Proper

Clearances

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

REPAURPARTS

12 HP 38" R_DHNG LAWN TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

334

307

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RRDING LAWN TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.25453!

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE =MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217o01

965 53

164

84A

._,78

12t CARBURETOR OV_UL KIT

131 14t

_ lo8

987,= _ ®634

127

I125

535 17'

,,,,, ,,,,,

601 601 I

EPA R PARTS

12 HP 38" RiDiNG LAWN TRACTOR = ° MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

3tO

801

803

.F{eference Number | 309 1310 ......|i "311 I51Q

Motor and I_Bolt I Brush I Drive

.__._urer I Drive Ass__.,_L_,I Assembtv I Assembly

Br=ggs& jHousing tJJ J

. izv 1 3-__ Ii_ _9480_ _I L_40_3_ l__39ss;_O.1 4904Zl*"

"IncludesBrush Set

"lncludGs #398003 Clutch As,s_mbly (Ref, No. 513)

#280104 Ge_ (Ref., No 783)

#490467 Retainer and Pin (Ref, No. 876)

#94288 RO_ Pin (Ref No, 896)

544

Armature

Assembtv i

39_37

sol I eo_ .T so3 l

13rtveEndC_p j End Cap Ass y. IH0using j

REPAUR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDBNG LAWN TRACTOR ==MODEL NUMBER 917o25453t

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 283707_ TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 490450

2 399265

3 391086

5 494240

7 271866

8 391406

9 27803

I0 93394

tt 280100

12 271916

271997

271996

13 93723

15 94239

16 490466

94196

18 494238

20 291675

22 94305

23 492326

24 222698

25 394661

394662

394663

394664

26 391780

392331

391781

391782

391783

27 260924

28 299691

391286

29 490348

490469

31 222299

32 92909

33 262246

34 262247

35 65906

36 26828

37 223752

40 221596

41 292260

42 93630

45 262248

46 212897

51 272465

52 270872

Cylinder Assembly 53 94637

Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special 75 22406I

Tools For installation) 78 93805

* Seal, Oil 95 94098

Head, Cylinder 98 494382

* Gasket, Cylinder Head 104 231789

Breather Assembly 105 231790

* Gasket, Valve Cover 106 281169

Screw, Sems 108 224540

Tube, Breather 118 494383

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover 1/64" 121 494384

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .005" 123 94616

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009" 125 494502

Screw, Cylinder Head 127 - - -

Plug, Oil Drain 130 224539

Crankshaft 131 494379

Key, Timing Gear 133 494381

Base, Engine 137 281165

*Seal, Oil 138 281164

Screw, Seres, Base Mounting 141 494380

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 142 494537

Magneto 494499

Key, Flywheel

Piston Assembly, Standard

Piston Assembly .010" Oversize 147 231794

PistonAssembiy .020"Oversize 164 213819

Piston Assembly .030" Oversize 171 281051

Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size 187 393815

Ring Set, Piston, Chrome, Standard 188 93535

Ring Set, Piston .010 Oversize 201 262767

Ring Set, Piston .020' Oversize 209 260871

Ring Set, Piston 4030" Oversize 216 262766

Lock, Piston Pin 219 490815

Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard

Pin Assyo, Piston .005" Oversize 222 494887

Rod Assembly, Connecting

Rod Assembly, Connecting, 224 94513

.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 225 231058

Lock, Connecting Rod Screw 227 493935

Screw, Connecting Rod 230 222450

Valve, Exhaust 232 262785

Valve, intake 240 394358

Spring, intake Valve

Spring, Exhaust Valve

Guard, Flywheel

Retainer, Intake Valve

Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve

Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoit

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

Gasket, Carburetor (Carburetor to

Elbow)

'_Gasket, Carburetor (Elbow to

Cylinder)

Stud, Carburetor Mounting

Washer, Spring

Screw, Sems

** Screw, Throttle

Screw, Idle Speed

** Pin, Float Hinge

Valve Assembly, Inlet Needle

Inlet, Valve Seat

Valve, Choke

*_ Valve, Needle

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Screw, Elbow Mounting

Carburetor Assembly

'_ Plug, Wetch (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Throttle

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Float, Carburetor

Gasket, Float Bowl

_* Washer, Float Bowl Screw

** Shaft and Lgver, Choke

Nozzle /Jet, Carburetor

High Altitude Kit:

231796 Pilot, Jet, High Altitude

281164 Seal, Bowl Screw

** Pilot, Jet

Carburetor, Etbow

Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting

line, Fuel

Screw, Sems

Link, Governor

Spring, Governor

Unk, Choke

Oil Slinger, Governor Gear and

Bracket Assembly

Plate, Governor Control

(Choke-A-Matic)

Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner

Crank, Governor

Lever Assembly, Governor

Washer, Governor Crank

Spring, Governor Unk

Filter, Fuel

* Included in Gasket Set (494241)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

*** Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US inches

1 inch = 25°4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" R D[NG LAWN TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.254531

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 02t7-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

265 221535

284 94419

284A 94326

304 494269

305 94608

306 224545

307 93949

308 491490

309 ---

332 92284

333 492341

334 93381

337 802592

346 93705

356 494328

358 494241

363 19203

383 89838

422 223721

423 94073

445 493909

455 222561

467 493903

468 222562

474 393474

482 93621

523 490327

524 68838

525 280741

535 272403

537 281106

552 231597

562 92613

592 231082

601 93053

6tl 494451

614 93306

615 93307

618 262803

634 281168

634A 491323

634B 281167

Clamp, Casing 635 66538

Screw, Clamp Mounting 646 224546

Screw, Air Cleaner 657 93496

Housing, Blower 663 94620

Screw, Seres, Blower Housing 668 280848

Mounting 726 392t 34

Shield, Cylinder

Screw, Sems, Cylinder Shield 727 490324

Mounting

Cover, Cylinder Head 728 94627

Motor, Starting (See Chart on 729 281159

Illustrated Pages for Replacement 741 262135

Parts for Starting Motors) 757 212359

Nut, Hex 758 399891

Armature, Magneto 759 298909

Screw, Sems, Armature Mounting 761 93875

Plug, Spark 842 270920

Screw, Hex Head 847 490474

Wire, Ground 851 221798

Gasket Set 869 261463

Puller, Flywheel 870 213316

Wrench, Spark Plug 87I 261961

Clamp, Oil Filler Tube 872 281104

Screw, Seres 875 494237

Cartridge, Air Cleaner 877 393456

Cup, Screen Mountlng

Knob, Air Cleaner 955 94642

Screen, Flush Rotating 965 94108

Stator, Alternator 975 494378

Screw, Sems 977 494385

Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 987 281166

Seal, FillerTube 1005 280687

Tube, Oil Filler 1006 224413

Element, Air Cleaner t020 262243

*O-Ring, Air Cleaner 1021 94160

Bushing, Governor Crank

Bolt, Governor Lever

Nut, Hex #10-24

Clamp, Fuel Pipe

Fuel Inlet Tube

Cotter, Hair Pin

Retainer, E-Ring

Spring, Choke Return

** Seal, Choke Shaft

* Seal, Governor

Washer, Throttle Shaft

Elbow, Spark Plug

Brace, Air Cleaner

Screw, Seres

Screw, Hex Head

Spacer

Gear, Ring (includes Mounting

Parts)

Cover, Starter (Includes Mounting

Screws)

Screw, Seres

Clip, Lead Wire

Gear, Timing

Link, Counterweight

Counterweight Assembly

Pin, Counterweight

Screw, Countenweight

Seat, Oil Filler Cap

Fill Group, Oil

Terminal, lgnitlon Cable

Seat, Intake Valve, Standard

Beat, Exhaust Valve, Standard

Guide, Exhaust Valve

Cover, Air Cleaner

Body, Air Cleaner

Diode and Connector Assembly,

Dual Circuit

** Screw, Fuel Bowl

Locknut, Air Cleaner Mounting

Bow_ Assembly, Carburetor

Carburetor Gasket Kit

** Seat, Throttle Shaft

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer, Fan

Eccentric

Pin, Eccentric

* Included in Gasket Set (494241)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

_** Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

SERVICE: NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR S_GHTING SLOPES FOB SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LiNE OR TREE.

15 °MAX.

Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not

greater than !5°), never across the face. Make turns gradu

ally to prevent tipping or Joss of corntrel. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction en siopes.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254531

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

qllrl,

12.0,HP IC

ELECTRIC START

38" MOWER DECK

5 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

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 wilt 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 - 917.254531

-ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

. PART NUMBER

oPART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has

service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technician&_ profes-

sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge

to you, we service what we sello

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

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