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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.255430

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

£RRFTSMR#®

12.5 HP IC

C START

MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

II

• Assembly

• Operation

° Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustment

• Repair Parts

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDSAND FEETANDTHROW1NG OBJECTS°

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

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Road, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting.

- Onty allow responsible adults who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the macn neo

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys, wire, etco,

which cou/d be picked up and thrown by the b ado.

• Be surethe area is clear of other people before mowing, Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

= Never carry passengers,.

-Do not mow in reverse unless absotuteiy necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

,Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not pc nt

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

entire grass catcher orthe guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

.Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

blades, sat 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°

o Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

ii. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to toss-of-controland tipover

accidents, which can result insevere iniuryor death. AIIslopes

require extra cautiono Ifyou cannot back upthe slope or if youfeel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down stapes, not across,,

oRemove obstacles such as rocks,tree limbs, etco

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

overturn the machine. Taftgrass can hide obstacles.

• Useslow speed,, Choose a low gearsothat you will not have

to stop or shift while on the s!ope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

, Use extra 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 onslopes unless necessary, andthen turns_owly

and gradually downh I1,if poss ble,

•Do not mow 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 _fan edge caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding,,

°Do not try to stabilize the machine by puttingyour foot onthe

ground.

•Do not use grass catcheron steep slopes.

Ill. CHILDREN

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

presenceof childreno Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing actk,tty, Neverassume that children will remain

whereyou last saw them.

•Keepchildren out ofthe mowing areaand under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert andturn machine off if children enterthe area,

° Before and when backing, look behind and downfor small

children,,

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

injuredor interferewith safe machine operation. '

•Never allow chitdren to operate the machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, orother objectsthat may obscure vision,

IV. SERVICE

•Useextracare inhandling gasoline andother 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 coot before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container insidewhere

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

°Never run a machine inside a closed area.

•Keepnuts and bolts especially blade attachmentbolts, tight

and keep equipment n good condit on.

° Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

° Keepmachine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean oil or fuel spill-age. Allow machine to cool before

storing

-Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object,

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

° Never make adjustments or repairs withthe engine running.

- Grasscatcher components aresubject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace withmanufacturer's recommendedpartsl 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,

IF

!,#_ Look for this symbol to point out impor-

!A,_, tent safety precautions. It means

!_CAUTION]!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

I u AFETY'S'NVOLVED"

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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental startin 9when 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

Department, We have competent, welt-trained techni-

cians 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 your unit properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"°

MODEL

NUMBER 917255430

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIALNUMBERSWlLL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

ucto Contact your nearest Sears store for details°

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

.Read and observe the safety rules.

• Followa regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your unit°

oFollowtheinstructions under"Customer Responsibili-

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 125

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3,0 PINTS): SAE 30 (Above 32°F)

5W-30 (Below 32°F)

SPARK PLUG (GAP,,030IN,): CHAMPION RJ-lgLM

STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE ,005- ,,007IN

EXHAUST ,009- ,011 IN,_

GROUND SPEED: FORWARD

1st 1.10 MPH

2nd 140 MPH

3rd 2 00 MPH

4th 3 00 MPH

5th 4,20 MPH

6th 5,00 MPH

REVERSE: 1.50 MPH

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combus-

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

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

land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in

effective working order by the operator.1

tn the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws,, Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)_

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the

instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable itemswhich become wornduring normal use, such as blades,spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.

. Tire replacement or repaircaused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintainthe

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears wilt replacethe battery at no charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT iN THE UNITED STATES,

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

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

C USTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 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

STORAGE .................................................................... 24

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

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

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

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

iNDEX

A

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

Adjustments:

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

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

Mower

Front-To-Back .............................t9

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

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

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

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

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

B

Battery:

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

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

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

Levels .......................................... 8,15

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

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

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

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

Belt:

Motion Drive

RemovaVReplacement ............ 20

Mower Blade Drive

RemovaVReplacement ............ 20

Blade:

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

Reptacement ................................... 15

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

C

Carburetor Adjustment ......................... 23

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

Customer Responsibilities .............. t4-t 7

Engine:

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

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner .... 16

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

Battery ........."............................ 15

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

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

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

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

Tractor:

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

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

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

Fire Care ..............................8,15,21

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

E

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays ................... 22

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

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

Engine:

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

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

Air Screen ........................................ t7

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

f,

Filter:

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

Air Filter Foan Jre-Cleaner .........16

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

Fuel:

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

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

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

H

Hood Remova!/tnstaltat[on .................. 22

L

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

Lubrication:

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

M

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

Mower:

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

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ...............19

BIade Sharpening .............................15

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

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

.....1nstailatiOn ':;::_ LL:o._.o_.o..._oo...._...... L. 18

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

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

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

Muffler ....................... _.......................... 17

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

0

Oil:

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

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

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

Operation ........................................ t0-13

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

Options:

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

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

P

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

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

Parts, ReplacemenVRepair ............ 28-43

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

R

Repair Parts ...................................... 28-48

S

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

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

Service and Adjustments ............... t8-23

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

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

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

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

RemovaVReplacement ........... 20

Mower Adjustment

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

Side-to-Side .............................. 19

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 ............................ ! t

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

T

Throttle Control Cable

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

•Tires,..._,,.,. ....................................... 8,t5,21

Troubleshooting Chart .................... 25-26

Transaxle:

Repair Parts ............................ 4243

W

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

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

Wiring Schematic ............................... 27

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

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

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

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR RLTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers awide variety of attachments that fit your tractor,. Many of these are listedbelow with brief explanations of how they can help

your 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 tractor.

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, heater looking fawno Two Permanex

containers held 30-gallon plastic bags.

LAWN SWEEPERS let you colIect grass clippings and leaves,.

LAWN VAGS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and

ieaveso Wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach

places_

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes avai[ableo

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

diameter water-tight drum holds upto 390 Ibs. of weight° Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf° Adiustable scraper automatically

cleans drum°

SPREADERISEEDERS 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 steel coring tips. 150 tb. capacity weight trayo

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

pered 2..5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

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

Steel weight tray for increased penetration..

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring fine

teeth° Useful to prepare bare areas forseedingo Available for front

or rear mounting.

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

tractor battery or other 12welt 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 fertilizersl. "

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

wideblade clears 38-inchpath when angtedleft or righL Raises,

Iowers withside lever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible

scraperbar_(Usewith tire chains, wheel weights, or reardrawbar

weight.,)

SNOWTHROWER has40-inchswath. Drum4ypeauger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow_ Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat. 6qnch

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

tractor seal (Use with chains, wheel weights, or rear drawbar

weight.)

TIRE CHAINS are heavy dutyi closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction°

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removalor dozing heavy materials. In palm (30 Ibs,.each..)

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastictop; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch, Keeps operatorwarm

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

in summer. (Catalog only_)

Optional accessories for tractor cab: tinted/tempered solid

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

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

TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather. Made of

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

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

stain/teadpuncture resistant, will not shrink or stretch.) (Catatog

only.)

TILLER has 5 hpengine and36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate, andcompost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in

liftanddepth controlsystem and does NOTrequire asleeve hitch,

Fit,any lawn,_i_.rd, Or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the

tractor drawbar and got

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Sheet

Screws

E6x 1/2

(1) Locknut 3/8-24

(1) Large Flat Washer

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(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

(1) Washer '!7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

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

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

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(2) Lock Washers 1/4

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

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Parts packed separately in carton

Steering

Wheel

Seat

Q

Battery acid

Battery

Steering

Boot

Owner's Manual

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Parts Bag

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

I_l Steering

f _ Wheel

Steering Wheel Insert

Adapter

@

Steering

Bushing

15 ° Slope Sheet

C_ (2) Keys

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Battery Caps

and Instructions

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness..

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 5/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

9/16" wrench

Screwdriver

Utility knife

Tire pressure gauge

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, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton and tay panels flat,

•Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove,

BEFORE ROLUNG UNIT OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Stide the steering bushing over the steering shafL

o Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

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

meta_ screws and tighten securely.

• Position steering boot over steering shaft.

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

push down to secure,

•Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft.

=Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

•Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 locknut and

tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel,

ST

BOOT

STEERING SHEET

BUSHING METAL

SCREW

TABS

STEERING

(ASSEMBLY

POSITION)

o..,,...._/' - TAB SLOT

STEERING SHA ' !

(SHIPPING POSITION) ...... '

FIG, 1

• Remove protectiveplastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE

UNIT IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,

TO ROLL UNiT OFF SKiD (See Fig. 6)

°Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

° Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal,

-Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position_

• Roll unit backwards off skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor,

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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 contactwith battery acid.

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged

battery acid are explosive,

Read the instructions included with the

battery vent caps. Always wear gloves,

clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes.

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Your unit has abattery 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,

oFill battery with acid. Fill each cell 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 IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE

CHARGED BEFORE USE., FAILURE TO CHARGE

BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY

LIFE

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

a 12 volt battery charger. Observe all safety precau-

tions required for battery charging.

•Check the acid level after the battery is charged. If the

acid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or

iron free water.,

•Install the vent caps to cover the vent wells. Wash the

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

wipe dry1

oOheck battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occurred in handling,

° Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for

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

gallon plastic container. Stir with a wooden or plastic

paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of

more soda causes no more foaming,.

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan,

•Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

• Assemble adjustment bolt, Iockwasher and flat washer

loosely. Do not tighten.

.Tighten shoulder bolt securely,,

•Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat,

.Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

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

(See Fig. 6),

oGet off seat without moving its adjusted position,

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely_

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

HER

FIG. 3

BOLT

SEAT

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,

oReducetire pressure PSI shownin"PRODUCT SPECI-

FICATION on page 3 of this manua!.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual

Follow instructions on how to install battery_ CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

................. BELTS

CUTAWAYVIEW /VENT CAP

I]VENTWELL

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual

BATTERY

CELL ACID

LEVEL

FIG. 2 8

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before installin 9battery, remove

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

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• Lift seat to raised position.

° Open battery box door.

• Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box,

• Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals

toward front of unit.

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

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

nut as shown° Tighten securely°

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

tery terminal with remaining 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),

° Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery,,

° Jumping (if required),

° Periodic charging.

SEAT_ BATTERY

BOXDOOR

(POSITIVE) (NEGATIVE)

RED BLACK

BATTERY GROUNDING

CABLE

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL NEGATIVE(-) TERMINAL

BATTERY

VENT CAPS

FIG. 5

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST"

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is properly prepared and charge& (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely°

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

the tires were ovennflated at the factory).

,/' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side4o-side/

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

properly inflated for leveling)_

,i Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside a be t keepers

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE L_-_RNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

#" Engine oil is at proper level°

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

gasoline_

,I Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function.. Operate them before you start the engine.

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

FIG. 4

= .... =1 OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrations withyour tractorto familiarize yourselfwiththe Iocationsofvariouscontrots and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference_

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION LIFT LEVER

SWITCH

LIGHT SWITCH

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE

l 1

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 brak-

...... ing tt-ii_tr_actdr and starting the engine°

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor,

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to

your tractor°

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position,

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for siarting andstoPt_ing the

engine.

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

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

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

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

Catalog stores.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 7)

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into ful! "BRAKE" position

and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

releasepressura from clutchJbrake pedalo Pedalshould

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold vehicle secure.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

"ENGAGED" POSITION "DISENGAGED"

POSITION

PARKING

BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

SHIFT

LEVER

POSITIONCLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL PARKINGBRAKE

"DRIVE"POSITION "DISENGAGED"POSITION

FIG. 7

STOPPING (See Fig. 7)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sitiono

GROUND DRIVE -

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

•Move gearshift lever to "NEUTRAL" position.

ENGINE -

- Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to "SLOW" position

and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause

engine to "backfire".

• 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 grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping unit on grass areas,,

CAUTION: Alwaysstop unitcompletely,

as described above, before leaving the

operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 7)

Always operate engine at full throttle°

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate°

° Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower per-

formance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift 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

TRANSAXLEo

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 1-1/2 to 4'L The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not nmning. 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 to approximately

2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3

inches during hot months° For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth,,

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

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OPERATIC

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TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) o

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 cuL

o Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch "

control,.

.TO STOP MOWER BLADES- Disengage attachment °

clutch control

................... i

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

"ENGAGED'_

POSITION

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

LOW

POSITION

RUNNER

DISCHARGEGUARD

FIG. 8

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

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cAUTIoN: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

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.Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

° Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

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 tums slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift lever 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.

oCheck engine oil with unit on level ground.

-Remove oil fil! dipstick and wipe clean, replace and

screw cap tight, wait for afew seconds, remove and

read oil level., tf necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark

on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (see "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

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 wilt increase carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life)o

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

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

GASOL NE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage_ Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer, Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

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OPERATIO

MOWING TIPS

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run

out of fue!, 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.

- Insert key intoignition and turn key clockwiseto"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" posi-

tion, 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 attachments..

NOTE; If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in co_d

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 Adjust-

ments section of this manual°

.Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to uniL

• 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 distribution of

clippings and more uniform cuttingo

•When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will 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).

f

FIG. 9

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

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings, Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

° 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 dis*

charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select-

ing 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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CUSTOME PONSIBILITIES

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FILL IN DATES __CE [

AS YOU COMPLETE _°_ £o-'<"_"9,_ _'_. kx,4, _,-t ._ 0%_

REGULAR SERVICE ._ _,_' ,.4<_ _ _,_ _4_ £._"

, , ........... ICE DATES

Check Brake Operation _ _'

Check Tire Pressure I_/ _ .......................

T Check for Loose Fasteners if ......... _""""'i "_

a Sha_erdRep{ace Mower Blades _44 .....

C: LubricationCha' t.............. ....... ! " = ........

T _C_eOk Battery Level/Reck.argo ......... I_ ....

0Clean Battery and Terminals ... _/

R Check Transmission Cooling _ .....

Adjust Btade Belt(s) Tension .t##s ............ '..................

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Ks

Check Engine Oil Level .................b/ _/ '

ChangeEng,i,neO, e" ...........V' '

E Clean,Air FiIter ........... q_##'2 .......

N.....CleanAir.Screen 6/2 '

G inspect Muffler/SparkArrester

IReplace Oil Filter (if equipped) _.2 ...........

N Clean"Engine Cooling F!ns ............. ........... i q_42 .....

Replace Spark Plug _ 6/

Replace Air Filter.P.aPer c_'rtridge '".... ' ...... .._2'

Replace Fue,I Filter 6/

t - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or tn high ambient temperatures 8 - It equipped with oll tiller, change oil every 50 hours,

2 - SeP,'lce more often when operallng In ditty or dusty conditions 4 - Replace blades more orlon when mowing in sandy soil,

5-I! equipped wIIh adJuslabte system,

LUBRICATION CHART

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

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

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To

receive full vatue from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual (_

Some adjustments wil! need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor,

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

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

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

andlast longer_

ERK(_

BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

'ENGINE (_)

CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level,

• Check brake operation,

• Check tire pressure,,

•Check for loose fasteners.

(_) SAE 30OR lOW30 MOTOR OIL API -SG

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

_) REFERTO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARING& VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY ADRY, POW-

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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CUSTOMER

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjuste&

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

TIRES

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

BILiTIE

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TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade wil!cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

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

cals which can harm rubber.

o 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,. Re-

place bent or damaged blades,,

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

oRaise mower to highest position to allow access to

blade&

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer secur-

oThe 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 ora cone balancer. (When using a cone

ba ancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

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,

ing 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,,

NOTE: Do net use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

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

CENTERHOLE / /

, "BOLT .LADE

oR

FIG. 11

BATTERY (See Fig. 12)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use° However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its lifeo

, Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft, Lbs,1torque),.

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT

TREATED,

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE O

\ \ _ _ ,,! /ASSEMBLY

"%_ " _. ............ EDGEUP

/

FLATWASHER _ ___ /

LOCKWASHER_ _

° Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

with bottoms of vent wells. Add on ly distilled or iron free

water if necessary. Do not overfill

CUT AWAY VIEW ],,._VENT CAP

_,,,_ 1.1VENT

WELL

Fl_ _ _ _ /BATTERY

I r-.,J r_ H B r_ H r_ [_ _v CELL ACID

u vEL

FIG, 12

°Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep vent caps fightand small vent holes incaps open.

•Recharge at 6amperes for 1hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND 'TERMINALS -

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Open battery box door,,

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

° Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of

bakingsodatoonegaltonofwater_ Becareful nottoget

the soda solution into the cells,.

I_ HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 10

•Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

•Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright,,

- Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

o Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the

15 Assembly section of this manual).

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RESPONSIBI

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

and replace ff necessary. The belts are not adjustable,

Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from buiLd-upof dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling°

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature_

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

CAPtDIPSTICK

i°F "20 ° 0" 30; 32 ° 40" 60" 80 _ 1004

l°C -30" "20_ "10" 0 = IO = 20" _0" 40"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used aboe

32°C. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid °

possible engine damage from running low on oil. •

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and •

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

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year_

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine .

and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use_ Tighten

oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil TO

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig_ 13)

Determine temperature range expected before o I change

All oil must meet API service classification SG. .

• Be sure vehicle is on level surface.

• Oil wilt drain more freely when warm°

• Catch oil in a suitable container° •

° Remove oil fill dipstick., Be careful not to allow dirt to

enter the engine when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

.and tighten Securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipst ck tube. Pour CARTR IDG El

slowly. Do not overfill For approximate capacity see

Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill dipstickfor checking level. Be sure

dipstick ca Ris tigh!ened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick.

OIL DRAIN PLUG

FIG. 13

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14)

Your engine witl not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hours of

operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions°

•Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre_cleaner off cartridge.

Wash it in liquid detergent and water_

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil

Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge_

Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s)o

SERVICE CARTRIDGE

Remove cartridge nut.

Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on flat

surface,1

If very di.,ly, replace or wash in a nonsudsing detergent

and warm water solutiono Rinse thoroughly with water

from inside Out until water runs clear. Let cartridge dry

thoroughly before using.

Reinstall cartridge, nut, precIeaner, cover and secure

with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGEo THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSUR{ZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

COVER_

KNOB

.__CARTRIDGE

COVER _NUT

_""_PAPER

FOAM _CARTRIDGE

PRE-CLEANER _

FIG. 14

AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

The engine air screen must be kept free of dirtand 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 overheatin 9

oRemove oil filI 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

clean engine cooling fins..

•To reassemble, reverse above procedure..

SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING

SCREWS

SCREWS

STARTER

HOUSING

AIR SCREEN

OIL RLL

DIPSTICK

ENGINE COOLING RNS

SPARK

PLUG

MUFFLER

inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and!or damage,

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Fuel filtershould be replaced once each season. Iffuetfilter

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 lineo

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

properly positioned..

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.,

/_,___..__...-_ FUEL

CLAMP_ W "_"CLAMP

FIG. 16

CLEANING

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

matter_

• Keep 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 your

unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life..

FIG. 15

17

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS;

•Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking braker

Place gearshift lever In "NEUTRAL" position.

Place attachment clutch In "DISENGAGED" position,

Turn Ignition key "OFF" and remove key,

Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped,

Disconnect sp ark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug.

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TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17)

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

• 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 anti-sway bar from chassis bracket 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 IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, THE

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

FROM TRACTOR°

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 17)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

• Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor,

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position,

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

CLUTCH LEVER

SUSPENSION

SPRING

ENGINE

PULLEY

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI,SWAY BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FIG, 17

18

..................................... _ .. i .......... i......,i..=.....i..... ......... ;;.

SERVICE DA

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway 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 and 19)

You will need two (2) standard 2 x 4 short pieces of wood

to make the following adjustment. Similar blocks measur-

ing 1-1/2" thick may also be used

* Raise mower with attachment lift control to allow two

(2) 1-1/2" thick blocks to be placed under rear edge of

mower.

o Place one bIock directfy behind the left mandrel. Place

the remaining block under the stamped ridge on the

right rear edge of mower deck.

-Lower mower deck to its lowest height of cut position

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in

Operation section of this manual).

-On both sides of tractor, loosen, but do not remove, the

fasteners securing the adjustable pivot brackets to

frame. Both brackets must be loose enough to move

freely.

oPulI down firmly on suspension arm to remove any

slack in pivot bracket and hold while tightening rear

fastener first to secure. Tighten remaining fastener,

-Repeat procedure on other side of tractor.

=Raise mower with attachment lift control and remove

blocks from under mower.

PLACE TWO (2) 1-1/2" THICK BLOCKS UNDER REAR EDGE OF

DECK (Use wood 2 x4's or equiv.)

I. oo°S

DIRECTLY Af /-._-

BEHIND ..._ _ X'f/_._.,

UNDER '_\" l \ _: _"_

MOWER MUST BE IN LOWEST HEIGHT OF CUT POSITION

FIG. 18

ADJUSTABLE PIVOT BRACKET

SUSPENSION ARM FASTENERS

PULL DOWN AND

TIGHTEN REAR

FASTENER FIRST

FIG. 19 19

USTNIENT$

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

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

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SiDE+ IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WiLL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE,

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/4"to

3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor+ Measure dis-

tance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom

edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before makingany necessaryadjustments, checkthat

both front links are equal in length. Both links should

be apprnximately 10-3/8'L

• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other linko

.To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

links an equal number of turns+

= When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

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

links,

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

both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

•When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" !ower at front than

rear, tighten nut"F" against trunnion on both front links,

° Recheck side-to-side adjustment

1+_,o_+. "\ _ ot MANDREL

FIG, 20

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "i" _+

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

NUT "E"

FIG. 21

......... i,11111i ii iiii i i i.iii .ii

SERVIC AND ADJUSTMENTS

IIIINIII iiiiiiiiii .i i.. ....... . ... ........

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 22)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools,

Park the tractor on Ievei surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move attachment liftlever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• 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 puIiey grooves and inside all belt

guides

ENGINE PULLEY

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

/

MANDREL

PULLEY

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 dutch/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 parkina

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

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

• Engage parking brake and recheck distance.

• Road test unit for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance s

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

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center

NUT "A =

JAM NUT

RATING

FIG, 23

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig.

24)

Park the tractor on level surface° 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 upper belt keeper

•Remove belt from stationary idter and clutching idter_

• Pull belt stack toward rear of tractor, Remove belt

upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-

ers,

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around engine pulley

•Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS.

PULLEY

CLUTCHING

IDLER

STATIONAR'_

IDLER

PULLEY

TABS

BELT

KEEPER

20 FIG. 24

i.ii.,rn1111 IL, _,,

RViCE ADJUSTMENTS

.... ii, i ,,, i, ,11,, iii ........... i, ,,111 ................................ i....

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsinthe Assembly

section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

your tractor,. Ifdamage hasoccured 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.

oRemove 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.

o Replace axle cover,.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

\

AXLE COVER

!

SQUAREKEY

(REARWHEELONLY)

FIG. 25

TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 26)

............................................ i,i,N i,i

I CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keepsparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

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

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR UNIT IS 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,r

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

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery,,

o Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery°

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER

o BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

= RED cable last from both batteries.

POSITIVETERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

CHASSIS

CHARGED

BATTERY

POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

FIG. 26

21

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

fuss holder is located in the engine compartment, directly

in front of the dash

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.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 27)

• Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector°

• 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_

• Reconnect headlight wire connector and close hood.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 27

22

...................... H'"='="=''='='H' '="1'='""=1=' "H'= ' ' I I =' ,,, ....

SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS

,i ,=r =1,,,i =, ........................... =,,,=............ = =....... i

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 28)

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.

*Checkthat holes"A" ingovernorcontro! 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 THROTi'LE

CABLE

FIG. 28

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 29)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate fordifferences infuel,

temperature, altitude or load. if the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turnig idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de-

creasesthe supply of fuel tothe engine giving a leaner fueV

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

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

aricher fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND

-THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

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.

FINAL SETTING -

•Start engine and allowto warm forfive minutes. Make

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in NEUTRAL position.

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

finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Tum idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

•While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

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

gine begins to die and then tu rn out (counterclockwise)

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 idle mixture

valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Rep.eat test and

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 WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEED1NG TH E ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEARESTAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS

PROPER EQUIPMENTAND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY

NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.,

THROTTLE IDLE SPEED

LEVER SCREW

IDLE MIXTURE

VALVE

FIG. 29

23

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more°

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

I_, CAUTION: Never store the tractor with I

A _ gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

' before storing in any enclosure.

,,,i,i1,1,

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.

o Cleanentiretractor(See"CLEANING"intheCustomer

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 partsfordamage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

= Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

oFully charge the battery for storage,

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

recharging.

o To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cab{es should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see'q'O

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

oAfter cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

oBe sure battery drain tube is securely attached°

- If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

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,

EXPER ENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE tN STORAGE°

• Drain the fuel tank.

oStart the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine orcarburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur,.

o 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 follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if usingfuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OiL

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

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

•Remove spark plug(s).

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

cylinder(s).

oTum ignition key to"START" position fora few seconds

to dislribute oil,

=Replace with new spark plug(s).

o

o

o

o

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

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

If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that.

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

wil! cause your tractor to rust°

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

24

=1 IIHii i= i ,=,=,,,,=,====,=== i i1=1 ................................................ i, ,i

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

,111 .............. i1,11 , iii I i i,iiii i,i i i iiii i1,111,,,11 , i,i

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

HHH'H=IH=

Englne will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

iii irlHl=,l,ii .......

Lose of power

i1=1

Excessive vibration

1. Out of fuel

2Engine not"CHOKED" pmpedy.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirtyair filter.

6. Dirtyfuel filter

7_ Waterin fuel

8. Looseor damaged wiring.

g Carburetor eut of adjustmenL

10. EnginevaJvesoutof adjustment.

.................. ,HH HH I= I

1 Dirty airfilter.

2, Bad spark pfug_

3o Weak or dead battery,

4o Dirty fuel filter,

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6, Loose or damaged widng.

7, Carburetor.out of adjustment,

8, Engine valves out of adjustmenL

1. Clutch/brakepedalnot depressed.

2_ Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blownfuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damagedwiring.

7. Faultyignitionswitch.

8. Faultysolenoid or starter°

9 Faulty operatorpresenceswitch(as).

t_ Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals,

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1_ Cutting toomuch grass/toofast.

2. ThrotUein "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass,leaves and trashundermower°

4_ Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirtyoil.

6. Faultysparkplug.

7. Dirty fue_filter.

8. Stale ordirtyfuel.

9. Waterin fuel

10o Spark plug wireloose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12o Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring°

14. Carbureterout of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

"HH ,hi'ill=.............. NHNI=

1. Worn, bent or loose blade°

2, Bent blade mandrel°

3. Loosetdamaged part(s).

1. Fillfuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" inOperation section.

3. Wait severalminutes before attempting to start.

4. Replacespark plug.

5_ Clean/replace air filt_r.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank end carburetor,refi]ttank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check alI wiring.

9_ Contact Sears Service Center/Department.

10. Contact Sears Service CentedDepartment.

HHIH

t. Cleanlreplace airfiltar,.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel fi]ten

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6, Check all wiring.

7, Contact Sears Service CentedDepertmant,

8, Contact Sears Service CanterlDepartment.

1. Depress clutohJbrake pedal,

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

8. Recharge or replace battery,

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Checkalt wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch_

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter,

9, Contact Sears Service CenterlDepartmenL

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace 8oleneidor starter.

1o Set in "Higher Cut"poaition/reduce speed°

2. Adjust throttle control

3. Clean undersideof mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter°

5. Check oillevellchange oil.

6. Cleanand regap orchange sparkplugo

7. Replace fuelfilter.

8. Drain fuel tankand refill with fresh gaso[ineo

9. Drain fueltank end carburetor, refiil tank with fresh

gasoltneand replace fuel filter.

10. Connectand tighten spark pfugwire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

-I2o Clean/replace muffler. ......

I3. Checkai_wiling.

t4. Contact Sears Service Centar/Department.

15. Contact Seers Service Center/Department.

Hi='=1= .............................

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade belt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

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

25

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut- urlevert

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not Working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

,,OFF='

CAUSE

i. Faultyoperator-safety presence control system,

1. Wsm, bent or loess blade,,

2. Mower deck not level-

& Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4, Bent blade mandrel."

5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buiEdup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. ObstrdclJon in clutch mechanism

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3r Frozen idler pulley.

4, Frozen blade mandrel.

t. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3, Wet grass,

4. Mower deck net level.

5, Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6,_ Wom, bentorteose blade.

7 Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower,

& Mower drive belt worn

9. Blades improperly installed.

t0. lmproper blades used.

t 1. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

I. Switch is "OFF".

2 Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch,

4. Loose or damaged wiring,

5. Blown fuse

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections_

3. Faultyregulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator,

1. Engine throtUecontrol not set at 'SLOW'

posi_on for 30 secondsbefore stoppingengine,

CORRECTION

1o Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact Sears Service CentedDepadment.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck,

3Clean underside of mower housing,

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1- Remove obstruction_

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idlerpuUey.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1- Place throttle contret in "FAST" position.

2. Shift to s!ower speed.

3, Af[ow grass to dry before mowing

4. Level mower deck,

5, Check tires for proper air pressure.

6 Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt,

7 Clean underside of mower housings

8. Replace mower ddve belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual°

11, Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

I. "rum switch "ON",

2_ Replace bulb(s)

_,, Check/replace light switch,

4. Check wiringand connections,

5, Reptacefuse.

1. Replace battery,

2. Check/clean all connections.

3Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1, Move throttle controlto "SLOW' positionand allow

to idlefor 30 seconds before stoppingengine,

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

SCHEMATIC

BLACK

/-27

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

nED C)_

FUSE 30 AMP.

WHIT_

iGNITION SWITCH 1 1

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

BLACK

| ......

t I

SOLENOID

i !

IA'I-PMENTCLUTCH

I (CLUTCH OFF)

IGNITIONUNIT

STARTE R

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

"1 .... I-,

t !

, TU,

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

BLACK

F__.__ SPARK

PLUG_

RED

3 AMPS DO __

@3600 RPM

{BATTERY IN LINE)

-,jLj_J_j-----4

ALTERNATOR

20 VOLTS AO (MIN.)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION

OFF

ON

START

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

CIRCUIT CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED_

-- AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM.

M+ GAS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP,

B+ L THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME

B+S THEIR BRIGHTEST,

NON-REMOVABLE _ REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

"_ 5AMPS ALTERNATOR

e1_VOLTSACe 3GooaPM

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: If wiring insulated clips were re-

moved for servicing of unit, they should

be replaced to properly secure your wiring,

F,

27

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

ELECTRICAL

A B C D E F

12 13 18 035 37

8\

\

\

\

28

16

31

\

\

38

19

28

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 121265X

2 STD365402

3 124211X

4 132O17

5 4207J

6 132202

7 4799J

8 129965

9 109596X

10 109081X

11 STD551125

12 73350400

13 74780408

14 STD551225

15 STD541425

16 131563

17 109553X

18 STD601005

19 104445X

20 STD601005

Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 21

*Switch Ign 5 Term Wo/wash/nut 22

Nut Ignition 23

Harness Ign Bs DashHeadlights 24

Cable Ground 6ga t2 black 25

Cable Battery 6 Ga 42 red 26

Cable Battery 6ga 11"red 27

Case Battery Hinge Mechanical 28

Clamp Hose Ofive 29

Solenoid 30

*Washer Lock 1/4 31

Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc 32

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20uncx1/2 Gr5

* Washer Lock Ext Tooth 1/4 33

* Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 34

Cover Terminal Red 35

Switch Intlk Clutch Red 4 Term 36

* Screw Tap Hex #t0-24unc X 1/2 37

Switch Intlk Clutch Red 2 Term 38

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

121305X

121264X

74760412

STD551025

STD551125

STD541025

109310X

108824X

109238X

123620X

110712X

136849

7662J

108236X

STD601005

130890

STD601 OO5

STD55t225

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 t/4-20 Unc

Key lgn Melded Craftsman

Fuse 30 Amp Auto Green

Tube Plastic 12"

Cover Sw Key BIk t 25 Text Sit

Switch Light Blk BIk Red

Harness Socket Light

(Includes Key #33)

Bulb Light #1141

Bracket Switch Clutch

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

Bracket Switch Interlock

* Screw Tap Hex #t0-24unc X 1/2

* Washer Lock lnternat Tooth 1/4

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

29

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12,5 HP 42" TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

9

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10

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33

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 135034

2 130805

3 17490612

6 130800X029

7 17490608

8 2751R

9 J37411X012

10 5479J

11 122795X

12 121794X

13 124031X0t2

14 t7490608

15 74180512

16 STD541431

17 131445×417

18 126938X

19

2O

21

22

24

Chassis Weldment 12ga 38/42 25

Drawbar, 12 Ga 26

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt 27

Saddle Silkscreen 6sp English 28

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt 29

Clip Line Fuel 13/32 Mtg Hole 30

Dash Silkscreened Sears Eng 31

Plug Button BIk 359 Dia 32

Panel Pnt Dash Lh 33

Cover Access Black Square 34

Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment 35

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt 36

Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18uncx3/4 37

*Nut Keps 5/t6-18 Unc 38

Hood Asm Pnt Weld Sitver Powde

Bumper Hood 39

STD512505 * Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20unc X 1/2

STD551125 *Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

122933X Rivet Ratchet Nylon

124479X Washer Nylon BIk 28x 75x 19

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

40

5O

51

19131312

STD541437

17490608

123915X

124029X

109872X417

136619

17490612

Washer 13/32 X 13/t6 X 12 Ga

*Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

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

Grille Grey

Lens Headlight Bar Clear

Fender Pnt

Bracket Pnt Fender

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

105465X417 Footrest Pnt Lh Perf (silver)

105464X417 Footrest Pnt Rh Perf (silver)

STD533707 *Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X3/4

STD541437 *Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

105466X

134774

134775

STD533707

STD541437

STD551025

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman

Bracket, Asm. Pivot, LH, Mower

Rear

Bracket, Asm Pivot, R.H., Mower

Rear

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

Locknut Hex W/Washer 3/8-16

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches,

1 inch = 25.4 mm

31

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

DRIVE

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REPAIR

DRIVE

PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

KEY

NO,

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

2O

2l

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

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3I

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

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PART

NO.

137363

110422X

123666X

12000028

121520X

17490512

130802

131679

19151216

STD561210

105701X

19091210

71040412

STD551125

STD523727

STD541437

121520X

STD523707

STD541437

I7490512

106933X

130804

STD541437

STD541237

106888X

STD551037

STD561210

128904

124236X

130807

127275X

STD523707

STD541437

122424X

120183X

STD551062

STD571810

123674X

STD523727

4470J

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

Transaxle 6sp Std Dana, 41

Model No, 4360-48 42

Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 43

Pulley Transaxle Alum 44

Ring Retainer # 5100-62 45

Strap Pnt Torque 30 Deg Blk 46

Screw Thdrot 5/16-18 X 3/4 Tyt 47

Plate Pnt Red Shift T/a (blk) 48

Red Shifter BIk (dana) 49

Washer 15/32 X 3/4 X 16ga 50

* Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 Cad 51

Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 52

Washer 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 53

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-28unfx3/4 Gr8 54

* Washer Lock Hvy Heiicat 1/4 55

* Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 2-3/4 56

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 57

Strap Pnt Torque 30 Deg Blk 58

*Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 3/4 59

*Nut Crowniock 3/8-16 Unc 60

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 X 3/4 Tyt 61

Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc Thds BIk 62

Red Brake Lt 63

* Nut Lock Hex W/wsh 3/8-16unc 64

*Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 65

Spring Rod Brake 2 O0Zinc 66

*Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X t 6 Ga 67

* Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad 68

Rod Brake Parking Lt 69

Cap Parking Brake Red 70

Bracket Transmission 71

Keeper Belt Lh Lt 14 Ga 72

*Bo_t Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X 3/4 73

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 74

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 1 930 75

Bearing Nylon Btk 629 Id 76

*Washer 21/32 X t X 16 Ga 77

*Pin Roll 3/16 X t" 78

Pulley Idler Flat

*Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 2-3/4

Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp

t09070X

19131312

STD541437

105706X

110812X

12000039

127783

123789X

123205X

STD523715

STD541437

STD551037

105710X

STD561210

105709X

STD561210

130801

127274X

136715

19131312

17490612

8883R

134825

7117O764

STD551143

129921

STD523710

19131312

STD541437

134683

STD523710

19132012

STD541437

109502X

12t749X

STD581 O75

123583X

121748X

Keeper Bett Retainer

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

*Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Bearing Ny! 503 X 628 X 1 25

Washer Hardened

Ring Klip #t5304-50

Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic

BeNcrank Asm

Retainer Belt Style Spring

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

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

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

Link Clutch 7 66

* Pin Cotter i/8 X 3/4 Cad

Spring Return Clutch 6 75 --_--'-

*Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

V-belt Ground Drive 95 25

Keeper Belt Rh Lt Pnt/zinc 16g

Retainer Belt Chassis Lh Zinc

Washer 13/32 X t3/16 X 12 Ga

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16;<3/4 Ty-tt

Cover Pedal BIk Std

Pulley Engine

Bolt Finhex 7/16-20 x 4 g5

*Washer Lock Hvy Hlct Spr 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine Lh Lt

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

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh

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

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

* Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spacer Split .80xl,94

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

* Ring E #5133-75

Key Square 2 0 X 1845/1865

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

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches,

1 inch = 25,4 mm

33

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

STEERING ASSEMBLY

38

39

37

26 27

23 30 31 24

36

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10

19 35 43

44

43

29 28

25

26

34

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 133741 Wheel Steering Std Black 24 109816X

2 133988 Axle Asm Front 25 124036X

3 135227 SpindleAsm Lh ,26 12000029

4 135228 Spindle Asm Rh ,,27 136874

5 6266H Bearing RaceThrust Harden -28 6266H

6 121748X Washer25/32 X 1 5/8X 16ga 29 17490612

7 19272016 Washer 27/32 X t 1/4 X 16 Ga 30 STD551137

8 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 3! 73610600

9 3366R Bearing Col Strg Btk 32 130465

10 130468 Link Drag Sol Ball Jt 20 064 33 126847X

11 STD551137 *WasherLockHvyHlclSpr3/8 34 19131416

'12 73610600 Nut Fin Hex3/8-24 Unf 35 STD561210

13 110438X Spacer Bearing Axle Front 36 132196

t4 7401t056 Bolt Hex 5/8-11 Uric X 3q/2 37 STD611005

15 73901000 Locknut Flange 518-11 Unc 38 133742

16 132624 Pin Axle 5/8 ×1 55/1 54 Lg 39 19133808

17 132614 ShaftAsm Strg 5/8 X t5 !9 Lt 40 STD541537

I8 57079 Washer Thrust 515x750x033 4t 104820X

19 124035X Support Shaft 42 124_417X

20 126684X Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062 43 121749X

21 STD551125 * Washer Lock HvyHelical t/4 44 121748X

22 71070410 Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8 45 12000029

23 127501 ShaftAsm Pittman 46 121232X

47 6855M

Nyliner Snap In

Bracket Steering

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Gear Sector

BearingRace Thrust Harden

, ScrewThdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Washer Lock Hvy Hlct Spr 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Rod Tie Wire Form !9 75 Mech

Bushing Rod Tie Bik Lt

Washer 13/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

*Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Bushing Strg 5/8 ld Dash

* Screw Slflp #10-16 X 1/2 Ty-b

Insert Cap Strg Wheel Std Blk

Washer 13/32 X 2-3/8 X 8 Ga

* Nut Lock Center 3/8-24unf

Adaptor Wheel Strg 640/635id

Boot Shaft Steering

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

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

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk

Fitting Grease

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,So inches.

1 inch =25,,4 mm

35

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

SEAT ASSEMBLY

E

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15

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NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

'10

11

12

13

14

15

PART

NO, DESCRIPTION

127437

126656X

STD523707

19131210

2751R

STD54'1437

124181X

17490616

19131614

t 31451

121251X

121246X

121248X

72050411

12! 249X

Seat V350 Blk!red Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

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

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 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 (btk)

Strip Foam Gray Or Black

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

BushingSnap BIk Nyl 50 ld

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8

Spacer Split 28 X 88 Zinc

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

16 121250X

17 123976X

18 STD511005

19 73951000

20 4171R

21 105529X

22 STD541431

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 127018X

26 STD551150

Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

* Screw Sltd Pan Hd #10_32 X 1/2

Nut Keps #10-32 Unf

Clip Insulated 1t/32 Mtg Hole

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Blkz

* Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-t3 X7/8 Gr 5

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-I8 X 62

* Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr I/2

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

1 inch = 25 4 mm

36

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

DECALS

9

14 19 6 3 7 8 21 5 8 7 4 14 11

16

12

13

15

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NOr NO. DESCRIPTION

1 136794

2 127908

3 124489X

4 124490X

5 132674

6 133644

7 136331

8 108631X

9 125880X

11 133796

Decallnstruction Operat Eng 12 4900J

Decal Eng 12 5hp Ic Gotd Craft t3 109t99X

Decal Hood Slope Rh Craftsman 14 131473

Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman 15 136832

DecaIGrille Lt4000 Craft Usa 16 t21343X

Deca_ Maint Customer Sears Dom 18 t33179

Decal Panel Side I/c Gold/blk 19 132267

Decalli(die Cut) 21 131265

Decal Fender Craftsman Red - - 138311

Decal Caution English -- 137633

Decal Clutch/brake English

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E

Decal Chassis 6 Sp 42"

Decal Mower Drive Schematic 42

Decal Danger English

Decal Mower Qc System

Decal lnsr Wh Strg Crafts Usa

Decal Lightbox

Decal Lift Handle

Manual, Owner's (English)

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11

1 59192

2- 65139

3 !06222X

4 59904

5 106732X361

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X361

9 t24635X

10 7152J

11 104757X

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire F Ts t 5 X 6 0 * 6 Service

Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6"front Silver Service

Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8"rear Silver Service

Tire R Ts 18x8 5-8 Service

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap Axle BIk I 50 X 1 00

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

1 inch = 25°4 mm

37

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

ENGINE

1

30

29

/

34

27

OPTIONAL EQUIPM ENT

%

Spark Arrester

BDEF G H I

38

20

lg

21 18

22

REPAIR

ENGINE

PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1

2

3

132759

17720410

137418

4 137348

11 STD551131

12 71070510

13 125593X

14 13280324

15 13200300

16 STD551237

17 17490620

'18 105736X

19 105839X

20 105838X

21 STD551025

22 123650X

DESCRIPTION 23 128953

KEY PART

NO, NO.

Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 t0

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 24

Engine B&s 12.5hp I/c Dual 1 Vt, 25

Model No. 286707, 26

Type No. 044t-01 27

Muffler Exhaust B&s Lt 29

*Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16 30

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x5/8 31

Gasket 1 313 Id Tin P{ated 32

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3" 33

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt 34

*Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 35

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1-1/4 Tytt 36

Shield Pnt Heat 37

Receptacle 1/4 Turn Dacrotized 38

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

DESCRIPTION

STD601005

124027X

17030808

105037X

137180

127057X

lO92O2X

123549X

123487X

124O28X

17490412

19091416

10t335K

* Screw Tap Hex #t0-24unc X 1/2

Shield Pnt Heat Hood Lt

Screw Spiderloc Hexhd#Sxl/2 Ab

Strip Foam 18"

Arrestor Spark

Strap Hood

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

Clamp Hose Blk

Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Line Fuel 9 50"

Plug OiXDrain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

39

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

LIFT

7

13

4 5 6

3

13

6

8

5

161718 13

4O

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

LIFT

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 136973

2 !22507X

3 105767X

4 12000002

5 19211416

6 120183X

7 125631X

8 122365X

10 122512X

11 134619

12 135388

13 4939M

14 135563

15 127218

16 73350800

17 13O171

18 73800800

19 130832

Rod Asm, Lever

Shaft Asmr Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga,

Bearing Nylong

Grip Handle Fluted

Button Plunger Read

Spring Cprsn

Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

Link Lift Rh Fixed Length

Retainer Spring

Pin Roll Sit 5/16 x 1_25

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric

Trunnion BIk Zinc

Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Arm Suspension Rear

41

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12.5 HP 42" LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

67

t46

68

53

47

36

33

32

31

30

21 22

16

17

I

18

28

29

24

25

26

27

42

REPAIR PARTS

12,5 HP 42" LAWN TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

42" MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 137525 DECKAsm Mower 42" 36 131494

2 72140506 BOLT Rdhd Sqnk 5/t6-18 Unc x3/4 37 19131612

3 138017 BRACKETAsmo Fr. Sway Bar 38 133502

4 1380!8 BRACKET Asm_ Deck Sway Bar 39 133503

5 124670X RETAINER Spring 40 73680600

6 130832 ARM Rear Suspension 41 133551

7 73800500 LOCKNUTHexW/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 42 76020312

8 850857 BOLT 3/8-24 x 1 25 Gr8 Patched 43 133504

9 10030600 WASHER Lock Hvy 3/8 Unplated 44 134236

10 129962 WASHER Hard Blade Mower 45 4497H

Vented 46 !7720410

BLADE Mower High Perf 42"

BEARING Ball #6204 (mandrel) 47 431335

SHAFT Asm W/lower Bearing (Inc. 48 133944

Key #6) 49 133940

HOUSING Mandrel Vented (machd)

BEARING Ball Mandrel 50 131340

STRIPPER Mower Vented 51 69180

BOLT Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x2-1/4 52 !05529X

BOLT, Carriage 5/16-t8x 5/8 53 131845

LOCKNUT HexW/Inso 5/t6-18 54 133943

BAFFLE Vortex 55 133844

NUTCrown Lock 5/16-18 56 I22052X

STIFFENER Bracket 42" deck 57 127498

BRACKET Deflector Mower 42" 58 128759

CAP Sleeve 80 x 1!2 BIk Mower 59 133573

SPRING Torsion Deflector 2 52 60 133550

NUT Push Phos & Oil 61 131870

SHIELD Deflector Mower 42" Blk 62 127847

WASHER 11/32x5/8x16Ga 63 121748X

ROD Hinge 426 75 Wig 64 12000029

BOLT 5/16-18 x 1 25 T/t 65 128903

WASHER Spacer Mower Vented 66 127845

PULLEY Mandrel 42' 67 106932X

NUT 9/16 top Lock Ftng Oil Dip 68 130969

BOLT Rdhd 3/8-16 Uric x I-3/4 Gr5 130794

FASTNER Christmas Tree

11 127843

12 129895

13 193-1#-2

14 128774

15 110485X

16 128961

17 72110618

18 73800500

19 73350800

20 136888

21 73680500

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 78158

31 129963

32 129861

33 73050900

34 72110614

35 133835 136322

PULLEY Idler Flat 3 060

WASHER 13/32 x I x 12 Ga

SPACER Arm Idler Upper Hdn 42"

STIFFENER Arm Idler Upper 42"

NUT Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

ROD Pivot W/nibs

PIN Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 Cad

ROD Clutch Secondary W/nibs

GUARD Mandrel Lh Black

SPRING Retainer 1 Zinc/cad

SCREW Hex Thd Cut

1/4-20 x5/8 T

SPRING Extension

WASHER Hardened Smaller

ROLLER Asm Cam Follower 42"

deck

BOLT Shldr 10-24 Zinc Gr5 42"

NUT Lock #10-24 Unc

BOLT Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc BIkz

ARM Asm Pad Brake

WASHER Hardened

ARM Idler 42" mower Lt/yt

SPACER Retainer Pm Mower

BUSHING 747 Od x 794 Lg Brass

SPRING Clutch Mower 2 750 Zinc

ARM Asm Clutch Primary

ROD Clutch Primary W/nibs

SPRING Return

ARM Clutch Secondary

WASHER 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga

RING Klip #t5304-75 ._ _-_

BOLT Shoulder 3/8-16 Uric t 44..._

KEEPER Spring 4000 _ _

KNOB Rd 3/8-16 PlstcThds Btk

V-BELT Mower 42" 92 40

MANDREL Asm Service (Includes

Key Nos. 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33)

DECK Serv 42" Mech Vent

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US, inches

1 inch = 25°4 mm

43

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12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48

19

22

37

52

53

19 4O

56

57

41

42 43*

54

55

55

44

45 46 47

48

4g

50 51 19

6O

43*52

44

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12,5 HP 42" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,255430

DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 138248 Housing, Upper 41 105928X Sprocket, 9Teeth

2 2274J Screw, Serf-Tapping, Large 42 110084X Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth

1/4-20 x _734 43 134394 *Assembly, Kit, Shim .750 Shaft

3 134400 Ball, Detent 44 120473X Shaft, Drive

4 105904X Spring, Detent 45 105933X Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth

5 105905X Screw, Set 46 10615tX Gear, Spur, 15Teeth

6 138235 Kit, Shifter Assembly 47 120407X Gear, Spur, 20Teeth

7 134399 Boot, Shifter 48 106589X Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth

8 134791 Screw, Tapping w/Sealer 49 120408X Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth

9 138241 Square Ring 50 105937X Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth

10 2267J Ring, Retaining 51 2226J Washer, Plain +632 x 1.00 x.060

11 134793 *Assembly, Kit, Shim .625 Shaft 52 13440t Washer, Neoprene

12 138240 Bearing, Flange 53 2264J Washer, Plain .758 x 1.25 x O31

I3 1204t5X Washer, Plain .632 x 1_38x 046 54 120474X Axle, L H

t4 2257J Key, Woodruff, #9 55 110081X Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

15 138234 Assembly, Kit, ldput Shaft 56 105941X Ring, Retaining

t6 110078X Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth 57 110071X Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 58 120952X Shaft, Cross

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 59 110082X Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

19 105911X Bearing, Flange 60 120475X Axle, R H.

20 138242 Gear, Spur, 14Teeth 61 138247 Housing, Lower

21 138246 Collar, Clutch 62 120961X Puck, Friction

22 138236 Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys 63 7294J Disc, Brake

23 73810500 Locknut 5/16-24 64 108989X Spacer

24 138243 Shaft, Intermediate 65 t20953X Jaw, Brake

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, #61 66 120954X Pin, Dowel

26 105916X Ring, Retaining 67 134799 Screw, Self-Tapping, Large

27 120470X Sprocket, 18 Teeth 5/t6-18 x 2.25

28 110070X Spacer 68 138244 Lever, Actuating

29 108977X Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth 69 108996X Washer, Plain .321 x 1.00 x.055

30 t09254X Gear, Spur, 35 Teeth 70 120956X Bracket, Anti-Rotation

31 120405X Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth 71 106596X Screw, Self-Tapping, Large

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth 5/16-18 x 1.44

33 120406X Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth 72 Puck, Friction

34 134796 Gear, Spur, t9 Teeth 73 120416X Grease

35 105925X Washer, Plain .640 x 1.37 x _06t

36 2232J Washer, Plain ,632 x t.00 x 026 *Use in combinations to maintain proper clearances

37 108978X Spacer ,630 x 1.00 x ,169

38 110079X Assembly, Gear, Combination of ** Order Key NOr 15

t2 Teeth and 35 Teeth

Shaft, Idler

Spacer 635 x .875 x .755

39 124639X

40 120472X NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01

307

_ _ 6s7

757 ss2i

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Y337 !3

1

*SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTALL.

46

219

358 GASKETSET

523

422

52,5

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,255430

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01

1i2i CARB,U,RETOR OVERHAUL KIT I

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52

147

164 _123

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618

834

611 127

137

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535

224

537

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47

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01

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!_= Housing Length --_

801

NOTE:

To Identify Brlggs and Stratton manufactured

starter motors, measure the houslng length,

KEY NUMBER

MANUFACTURER

Briggs & Housing

Stratton Length

12V 3-21/32"

*includes Brush Set

**includes

309

Motor and

Drive Assy.

394805

310

Thru Bolt

Assembly

94003

311

Brush

Assembly

395538

510

Drive

Assemblyl

490421**

544

Armature

Assembly

390837

801

Drive End Cap

Assembly

394856

802 803 i

;End Cap Assy. Housing

Commutator Assembly

395537* 398159

#398003 Clutch Assembly

#280104 Gear

#490467 Retainer and Pin

#94288 Roll Pin

(Key Number 5I3)

(Key Number 783)

(Key Number 876)

(Key Number 896)

4_2

688

1044

@7s

48

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOo NO. DESCRtPTION

1 490450

2 399265

3 391086

5 494240

7 271866

8 391406

9 27803

!0 94621

11 280100

12 271916

271997

271996

13 94622

15 94239

16 495162

94196

18 494238

20 291675

22 94624

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 224502

40 221596

41 292260

42 93630

Cylinder Assembly 45 262248

Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special 46 212897

Tools For Installation) 51 272465

* Seal, Oil

Head, Cylinder 52 272554

* Gasket, Cylinder Head

Breather Assembly 53 94637

Gasket, Valve Cover 75 224061

Screw, Seres 78 93805

Tube, Breather 95 94098

*Gasket, Crankcase Cover 1/64" 98 495800

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover °005" 104 231789

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009" 105 231855

Screw, Cylinder Head 3" 106 231854

Plug, Oit Drain 108 224540

Crankshaft 118 494383

Key, Timing Gear 121 495799

Base, Engine

*Seal, Oil 123 94616

Screw, Sems, Base Mounting 125 495706

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 127 ....

Magneto 130 224539

Key, Flywheel . 131 494379

Piston Assembly, Standara 133 494381

Piston Assembly .010" Oversize 137 281 I65

Piston Assembly .020" Oversize 138 281164

Piston Assembly .030" Oversize 14I 494380

Ring Set, Piston, Standard 142 494537

Ring Set, Piston, Chrome, Standard 494499

Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize

Ring Set, Piston .020" Oversize

Ring Set, Piston .030" Oversize t47 231794

Lock, Piston Pin 164 213819

Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard 17! 281051

Pin Assembly, Piston _005" Over 187 393815

Rod Assembly, Connecting 188 93535

Rod Assembly, Connecting 201 262767

.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 209 260871

Lock, Connecting Rod Screw 216 262766

Screw, Connecting Rod 219 490815

Valve, Exhaust

Valve, Intake

Spring, Intake Valve

Spring, Exhaust Valve

Guard, Flywheel

Retainer, Intake Valve

Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve

Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoil

Tappet-Valve

Gear, Cam

*** Gasket, Carburetor

(Carburetor to Elbow)

* Gasket, Carburetor

(Elbow to Cylinder)

Stud, Carburetor Mounting

Washer, Spring

Screw, Seres

** Screw, Throttle

Screw, Idle Speed

** Pin, Float Hinge

** Valve Assembly, Inlet Needle

Inlet Valve Seat

Valve, Choke

**Valve, Needle

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

(Includes Items marked ** and ***)

Screw, Elbow Mounting

Carburetor Assembly

** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Throttle

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Float, Carburetor

*** Gasket, Float Bowl

*** Washer, Float Bowl Screw

** Shaft and Lever, Choke

** Nozzle/Jet, Carburetor

High Altitude Kit:

231796 Pilot Jet, High Altitude

28t 164 Seat, Bowl Screw

** Pilot, Jet

Carburetor, Elbow

Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting

Line, Fuel, 11" (Cut To Suit)

Screw, Seres 3/4"

Link, Governor

Spring, Governor

Link, Choke

Oil Slinger, Governor Gear and

Bracket Assembly

*Included in Gasket Set (494241)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495799)

*** Included in beth Carburet0r Overhaut Kit (495799)

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

49

REPAIR PARTS

12,5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255430

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

222 494887 Plate, Governor Control 615 93307

(Choke-A-Matic) 618 262803

224 94729 Screw, Sere, Air Cleaner 634 281168

308 491490 Cover, Cylinder Head 634A 491323

225 231058 Crank, Governor, t/4" Diameter 634B 281167

227 493935 Lever Assembly, Governor 635 66538

230 94742 Washer, Governor Crank, 1/4" l.D_ 646 224546

232 262785 Spring Governor Link 657 93496

240 394358 Filter, Fuel 663 94620

265 221535 Clamp, Casing 668 280848

284 94326 Screw, Air Cleaner 726 392134

304 224504 Housing, Blower, Red

305 94619 Screw, Seres, Blower Housing 727 490324

306 224545

307 94623

3O9 --+

333 492341

334 93381

337 802592

346 93705

356 494328

358 494241

363 19203

383 89838

422 224390

423 93984

445 493909

455 222561

467 493903

468 222562

474 393474

482 93621

523 495230

524 68838

525 280741

535 272403

537 281106

552 231597

562 92613

592 231082"

601 93053

611 494451

614 93306

Mounting

Shield, Cylinder

Screw, Seres, Cytinder Shield Mtg+

Motor, Starting, 12 Vott

(See Chart on Iltustrated Pages

for Replacement Parts)

Armature, Magneto

Screw, Seres, Armature Mounting

Plug, Spark, (1-7/8" or 47 ram)

(Resistor Type)

Screw, Hex Head

Wire, Ground

Gasket Set

(Includes all items marked *)

Puller, Flywheel

Wrench, Spark Plug

Clamp, Oil FillerTube

Screw, Sems

Cartridge, Air Cleaner

Cup, Screen Mounting

Knob, Air Cteaner

Screen, Flush Rotating

Stator, Alternator, Dual Circuit

Screw, Seres

Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler

Seal, Filler Tube

Tube, Oil Filler

Element, Air Cleaner

* O-Ring, Air Cleaner

Bushing, Governor Crank, 1/4" I.D.

Bolt, Governor Lever

Nut, Hex #10-24

Clamp, Fuel Pipe

Fuel Inlet Tube

Cotter, Hair Pin

728 94627

729 281159

741 262135

757 212359

758 399891

759 298909

761 93875

842 270920

847 490474

851 221798

869 261463

870 210940

871 261961

872 281104

875 494237

877 393456

955 94642

965 94108

975 494378

977 494385

987 281166

1005 280687

1006 224413

1044 94673

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

_nctudes Mounting Screws)

crew, Seres

Clip, Lead Wire

Gear, Timing

Link, Counterweight

Counterweight Assembly

Pin, Counterweight

Screw, Counterweight

Seal, Oil Filler Cap

Fill Group, Oil

Terminal, Ignition Cable

Seat, Intake Valve, Standard

Seat, 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

Bowl Assembly, Carburetor

Carburetor Gasket Kit

(Includes items marked ***)

** Seal, Throttle Shaft

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer, Fan

Screw, Shoulder, Hex Head

* Included in Gasket Set (494241)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495799)

*** _ncluded in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495799)

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385) -

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

1 inch = 25+4 mm

50

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTmNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

o'1

..&

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

, 'I'll'Ill' II I J

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

I

_i| _ greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- !

_1 _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

li_ caution when changing direction on slopes. ..........

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.255430

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

®

12.5

42"

6S

LAWN

PIC

C START

MOWER

TRANSAXLE

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 wifl be found on the blower housing of

the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Service Centre

and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-

ING INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT- LAWN TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917.255430

• ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-0I

•PART NUMBER

•PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has

service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians._ profes-

sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge

to you, we service what we seIL

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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