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S A/k S

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

®

18,0 HP TWUNCYLmNDER

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER DECK

5 SPEED TRANSA×LE

LAWN TRACTOR

,AssembUy

oOperation

Customer Responsibilities

oServBceand Adjustment

,Repair Parts

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

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAM PUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS,

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

GENERAL OPERATION

Road, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting.

Only allow respeesible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of eb ects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc,

which could be picked up and thrown by the bade.

Be sure the area is etear of other people before mowing Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necassary_ Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

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

entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

Slow down before turning

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

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

before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing_

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss-of-control and tipover

accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Atl slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy ee it, do not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across_

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

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

overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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

to stop or shift white on the slope.

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 ee a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades arrd proceed slowly straight down the

slope

DO NOT:

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

and gradually downhill, if possib{e_

Do not mow near drop-errs, ditches, or embankments. The

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

of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in_

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding

Do not tryto stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground_

Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes

III, CHILDREN

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

presence of chitdren Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain

where you last saw them

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area

Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children_

Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

njured or nterfere with safe mach ne operation.

Never allow children to operate the machiae_

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are

flammable and vapors are explosive

Use only an approved container

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

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

Never run a machine inside a closed area.

Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

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

Clean oil or fuel spillage. 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 with the engine running.

Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expcae moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary

Mower blades are sharp and can cuL Wrap the blade(s) or'

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

Look for this symbol to point out Impor-

tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!f BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where It cannot

contact spark plug In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

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CONGRATULATIONS onyour purchase of a Sears

tractor, It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance,

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy please contact your nearest Sears Service

Center/Department We have competent, we -tra ned

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

unit.

Please read and retain this manual The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly_

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"

MODEL

NUMBER 917_258492

SERIAL

_IUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL 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-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTIES

o Read and observe the safety rule&

o Followa regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your unit.

o Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

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

PRODUCT SPEClFlCATBONS

HORSEPOWER: l&0

GASOLINE CAPACITY: &5 GALLONS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3..0PINTS): SAE 30 (above 32° F)

SAE 5W-30 (below32°F)

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

STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE _004- 006 IN.

EXHAUST 007- .009 IN_

GROUND SPEED: FORWARD

1st .77 MPH

2nd 1.46 MPH

3rd &41 MPH

4th 4,34 MPH

5th 557 MPH

REVERSE: 1.07 MPH

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

5 AMPS HEADLIGHT

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

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 engineZs 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 maintainea In

effective work ng order by the operator,

in the state of California the above is required bv law

(.Section 4442 of the California Public Resources (_ode),

Other states may have similar laws, Federal laws apply on

federal lands,, A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RiDiNG EQUIPMENT

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

instructionsin 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 items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outsideobjects, such as nails,thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes..

UMiTED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY 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/731CR-W, SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60684

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER 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 ................................. 28-40

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ..................................... 41-46

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

MNDEX

A

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

Adjustments:

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

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

Gauge Wheels ........................................9

Mower

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

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

Throttle Control Cable .....................22

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

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

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

B

Battery:

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

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

installation ................................................9

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

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

StaRing with Weal( Battery ............21

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

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

Bolt:

Motion Drive

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

Mower Blade Drive

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

Blade:

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

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

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

C

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

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

Customer Responsibilities ............. 15-17

Engine:

Ail Filter ....................................... 16

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner ._..16

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tractor:

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

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

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

Tire 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 .........................................16

Cooling Fins, Engiae ........................17

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

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

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

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

Repair Pads ............................ 41-46

Starling ............................................ 13

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

F

Filter:

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

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

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

Fuel:

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

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

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

G

Gauge Wheel Installation ....................... 9

H

Hood Removal/installation ................... 22

L

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

Lubrication:

Char ............................................ 14

M

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

Mower:

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

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

Adjustment, Gauge Wheel ..............9

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Spark Arrester .......................... 3,32

4

o

Oil:

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

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

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

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

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

Options:

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

Spark Arrester ........................... 3,32

P

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

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

Parts, Raplacement/Repair ........... 28-46

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

R

Repair Parts ......................................28-46

S

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

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

Service and Adjustmerrts..................18-23

Carburetor, ...................................23

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

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

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

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

Mower Adjustment

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stading the Engine........................ 12-13

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

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

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

T

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment .....................................22

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

Trouble Shooting Chart ..................25-26

Transaxle:

Repair Pads........................... 38-39

W

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

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

Wiring Schematic.................................29

ACCESSORRES ATTACHMENTS

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

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

ENGINE

SPARKPLUG MUFFLER AIRFILTER GASCAN ENGINEOIL STABILIZER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachmentsthat fit yourvehicle_ Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can

helpyou,.This listwas current atthe time of publication;however, it maychange infutureyears- more attachments maybe added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model. Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your unit.

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

attaching and detaching

PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and

leaves for a healthier, neater looking lawn. Two Permanex

containers hold 3B-gallon plastic bags.

LAWN SWEEPERS let you coltect grass clippings and leaves.

LAWN VAOS for powerful collection of heavygrassclippings and

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

places.

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available.

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

diameterwater.tight drum holds upto 39Bibs. ofweighL Rounded

edges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum.

SPREADER/SEEDERS 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 lb. capacity weight tray_

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

pered 2_5-inchsteel spikes mounted on 10_inchdiameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervalsto let moisture soak ino

Steel weight tray for increased penetration,

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil andflips thatch and

matted leavesto lawn surface for easypickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth_Usefultopreparebaraareasforseeding Availableforfront

or rear mounting.

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

tractor battery or other 12-volt source. Includes booms for

automatic spraying when pulling, and hand held wand for spot

spraying_ Wand has adjustable spray pattern_ For applying

herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and liquid fertilizers.

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

wide blade clears 38-inch path when angled leftor righL Raises,

lowers with side lever Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible

scraper bar. (Usewith tire chains, wheel weights, or reardrawbar

weighL)

SNOWTHROWER has 4B-inchswath. Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wetJheavy snow° Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat 6-inch

diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50feel Lift controlled at

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

weighL)

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

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

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

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

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

in summer. (Catalog 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/tear/punctura resistant, will not shrink or stretch.) (Catalog

only.)

TILLER cultivates and prepares soil in one operation Uses PTO

from tractor; 12 counter-rotating blades. Breaks ground with

upper-cutaction, then deflectsand ratillsit into a soft, aerated soil

Chain-drivetransmission_Tills21-inch path, 6-inches deep_(Use

chains and wheel weights.)

TILLER has 5hp engineand 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

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

lift anddepth control systemand does NOT requirea sleeve hitch

Fits any lawn, yard, or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the

tractor drawbar and go!

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

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

(1) Lockwasher 1/2

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

(2) HexBolts 1/4-20x3/4 (2) HexNuts 1/4-20

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

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(2) Lock washers 1/4

(2) Wing Nuts 1/4 -20

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering Wheel

Battery acid

Battery

Parts Bag Owner's Manual

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

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(2) Shoulder (2) Washers (2) Flangelock Nut.,

Bolts 17/32 ×15/16 x 12 Ga, 3/8-16

L_ Steering Wheel

Insert

(2) Battery Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

Terminal Guard

(2) Keys

15° Slope Sheet

(2) Gauge

wheels

......... J_

Battery Caps

and Instructions

6

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUURED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrench

(1) 9/16" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

When right and left hand is mentioned in this

manual, it means when you are in the operating position

(seated behind the steenng wheel)

(1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) Screwdriver

(1) Utility knife

TO REMOVE UNUT FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6),

• Cut along dotted lines on the carton, fromtopto bottom,

all four corners of carton and lay panels flaL

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove°

BEFORE ROLLING UNUT OFF SKiD

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

o Remove hex Iocknut and large flat washer from steer-

ing 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.

o Assemble large flat washerand 1/2-20 hex Iocknut and

tighten securely_

• Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

o Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill°

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE

UNIT IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

(See Fig. 6)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

o Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal

° Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

o Roll unit backwards off skid

o Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

INSERT

HEXLOCKNUT

FLAT

i AS.ER

STEERING

WHEEL

STEERING

_/HEEL ADAPTER

+'

¢

/i /

/11

FIG. 1

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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 incontactwith battery acid.

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged

battery acid are explosive.

Read theinstructionsincluded with the

battery vent caps. Always wear gloves,

clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes.

iNSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment boll

o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

o Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder boll

o Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer

_oose_y_Do not tighten.

o Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

o Slideseat untilacomfortablepositionisreachedwhich

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

(See Fig 6)

°Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely..

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use. However, periodic charging ofthe battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life

° See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag

Fill battery with acid_ Fill each cell until it reaches the

bottom of the vent wells. Do not overfill.

o 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 uniL

IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LiFE OF YOURBATTERY,

IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE CHARGED BE-

FORE USE° FAILURE TO CHARGE BATTERY CAN RESULTIN

A SHORTENED BA'Iq'ERY LIFE.

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

Observe all safety precautions required for battery

charging.

oCheck 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 coverthe vent wells_ Wash the

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

wfpe dry_

oCheck battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occurred in handling.

oDispose of excess battery acid Neutralize acid for'

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

gallon plastic container_ Stir' with a wooden or plastic

paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of

more soda causes no more foaming.

° Follow instructions on how to install battery

CUT AWAY VIEW

I "-F -_VENT CAP

CELL ACID

LEVEL

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

FLATWASHER

ADJUSTMENT LOCK WASHER

BOLT

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance_

oReduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual°

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults, mower housingshould be ,properly

leveled_ See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly_

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

FIG. 2 8

ASSEMBLY

iNSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before installing battery, remove

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

o Make sure draintube isfastened to drain hole in battery

tray and battery tray is positioned in hole of battery

supporL

o Place battery in plastic tray, battery terminals to front of

tractor.

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

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

nut as shown Tighten securely

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

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

• Slide the two battery bolts through the terminal guard

and start the wing nuts onto the threads

•Position terminal guard over the battery as shown,

lower bolts into key holes and slide square shafts of

bolts into slots of key hole&

oTighten wing nuts by hand making sure battery bolts

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

= Be sure terminal access doors are closed.

Use terminal access doors for:

o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

, Inspection for corrosion.

o Testing battery.

o Jumping (if required).

Periodic charging.

LOCK _::,_.:.::;;..y- .,...... . HEX LOCI{ WASHER

"=-_;'-" --' :NUT /

WASHER . ,.., ,., dj_ (POSITIVE)

;"

FLAT

(NEGATIVE) '_ WASHER

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO NIOWER

DECK (See Fig. 6)

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

o Lower mower to lowest position with attachment lift

lever..

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height with height

adjustment knob ( see "TO ADJUST MOWER CUT-

TING HEIGHT in operation section of this manual)

• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

hardware shown and tighten securely.

oRepeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

'GAUGE WHEEL FLAT WASHER

MOUNTING \

BRACKET

9

FLANGE

LOCKNUT

GAUGE WHEEL _/SHOULDER BOLT

FIG. 6

•/ CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THEBESTPERFORMANCEAND SA TISFA CTIONFROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

Please review the following checldist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton

v" Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

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

the tires were over-inflated at the factory).

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

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

properly inflated for leveling)

,/ Checkmoweranddrivebelts. Besuretheyarerouted

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers

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

and wires are properly clamped

WHILELEARNING HO W TO USE YOUR TRA CTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level

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

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine

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

OPERATION

ill.... ii I

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

TOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of variouscontrols and adjustments_ Save

this manual for future reference

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

PLUNGER

IGNITION

LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH

THROTTLE CONTROL

ATTACHMENT'

LIFT LEVER

CHOKE

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

PARKING

HEIGHT GEARSHIFT

ADJUSTMENT LEVER

KNOB

FIG. 7

Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used for starting and corrtrolling

engine speed.,

CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting a cold engine_

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for clutching and braking

the tractor and starting the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNO B: Used to adjust the mower

cutting height,

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off_

ATrACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIFT LEVER PL,UNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position,

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the

nrowerdeck or other attachments mounted to your' tractor.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Locks ClutcfVBrake Pedal into

the brake position_

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

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OPERATION

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

can result in severe eye damage_ Always wear safety 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. 8)

Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED"position and

release pressurefrom clutch/brake pedal Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" positiom Make sure parking brake

will hold vehicle secure.

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE-

Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" positiom

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.

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: Always stop unit completely, i

as described above, before leaving the

operator's poeltlon; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

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. 7)

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. 1 1

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE,

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

THROTTLE "ENGAGED"

POSITION

IGNITION KEY

CHOKE

"BRAKE"

POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL"DRIVE

POSITION

GEAR SHIFT

LEVER

FIG. 8

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 9)

The cutting height is controlled byturningthe height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

Turn knob clockwise to raise cutting height

Turn knob counterclockwise to lower cutting height

Thecutting height rangeis approximately 1-1/2to 4" The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running, These heights ere approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

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

inches during the cool season and over 3 inches during

hot 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,

RAISE

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

)-

_, LOWER

FIG, 9

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

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 olf the engine.

o Select desired height of cuL

,Engage mower by slowly moving attachment clutch

lever to "ENGAGED' position

• TO STOP MOWER - Move attachment clutch lever to

"DISENGAGED" position.

i

!_ CAUTION: DO not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

oIf stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

o Move gearshift lever' to 1st gear and be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

oTo restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal

oMake all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

° Raise attachment lift control to highest position.

°When pushing or' towing your unit, be sure gearshift

lever is in "NEUTRAL" position.

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

ATTACHMENT "ENGAGED" POSITION

CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" LIFT LEVER

POSITION PLUNGER

LOWEST

POSITION

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB LIFT LEVER

"HIGHEST"

POSITION

FIGo10

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

i,i H, ,,, ,I

I,#_ CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills

with slopes greater than 15° and do not

drive across any slope.

H,,,ll

oChoose theslowest speed before starting upor down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

° If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

BEFORE STARTaNG THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)

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

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

° Check engine oil with unit on level ground.

oRemove oil fill dipstick and wipe clean, replace and

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

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

on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

oFor 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 Respensibili-

ties section in this manual

ADD GASOLINE

°Fill fuel tank_ Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline_ (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

IMPORTANT; WHENOPERATING INTEMPERATURES

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

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) carl

attract moisture which leads to separation and formatton 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 inforrnation_ Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

.#% CAUT'iON:' Filli0 bottom of gas tank filler-]

A A neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled|

oil or fuel Do not store, spill or use/

gasoline near an open flame. |

12

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has

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

fuel from the tank to the engine

•Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking

brake.

oPlace gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

o Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position,

•Pull choke control out to "CHOKE"position for cold

engine start. For warm engine start do not use choke

control

°Move throttle control to midway between "FAST" and

"SLOW" positions_

per minute. If engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to "FAST" position,

wait a few minutes and try again_

oWhen engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

oMove throttle control to "FAST" position.

oAllow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachment clutch.

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

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

may need to be ad usted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

NiOWgNG TiPS

=Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous_

ing is attached to unit,

oMower should be properly leveled for best mowin_

performance. See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

m the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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

ruing.

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

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

bution of clippings and more uniform cutting

When mowing large areas, start by turning to the

right so that clippings will discharge away from

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

rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished(See Fig. 11)_

f

C

FIG, l't

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice

to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried

clippings° Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired heighL

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

plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow

grass to dry before mowing_

Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing

to assure better mowing performance and proper

discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough speed to give the mower

cutting performance as well as the quality of cut de-

sired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used,

13

CUSTOM ESPONSNBJLUTHES

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MAINTENANCE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation _#'

Check Tire Pressure

T Check for Loose Fasteners 6#4

a Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

_ Lubrication Chad

TCheck Battery Level/Recharge

0 Clean Battery and Terminals

R Check Transmission Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level I_

i

Change Engine OII

Clean Air Filter

E

NClean Air Screen

GInspect Muffler/SparkArrester

IReplace Oil Filter (if equipped)

N Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

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2- Service mole often when operating inditty or dusty conditions

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3-Ifequlppedwithollf_lter,changeollevery50hours

4 • ReplacebladesmoreoftenwhenmowingIn sandysoil

5• If equippedwithadjustablesystem

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

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

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must main-

rain unit as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

LUBRICATION CHART

@"FRONT WHEEL (_)

BEARING ZERK _BEARING ZERK

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

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

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure CLUTCH

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better PIVOT(S)

andlast longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oi! level.

Check brake operation.

Check tire pressure,

Check for loose fasteners

(_ SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL APt - SG

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUSLUBRI•

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS, IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLYADRY, POW-

14 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBR CANT SPAR NGLY.

CUSTOMER RESPONSUBILITUES

iIMI

TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

nance, unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

BRAKE OPERATION

If unit requires more than six (6) feet stoppingdistance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake mustbe adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE in Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

TIRES

o Maintainproper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual),

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

cals which can harm rubber,,

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp ob ects and

other hazards that may cause t re damage

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

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower

o To check blade balance you will need a 5/8" diameter

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

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with the bal-

ancer).

o Slide b[ade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin parallel with ground. If blade is balanced, it

should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end

until the blade is balanced

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

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

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp, The

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

We suggest they be sharpened or replaced after every 25

hours of mowing Check blades more often if mowing in

sandy condition&

oDo not attempt to sharpen blades while they are on the

mower,

• Replace bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)

° Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades

o Remove hex bolt, lockwasher and flat washer securing

blade.

oinstall new or resharpened blade withtrailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

° Tighten bolt securely (30-35 FL Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT

TREATED.

FIG. 13

BATTERY (See Fig. 14)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend it's lifeo

°Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

with bottoms ofvent wells. Add only distilledor ironfree

water if necessary. Do not overfill.

-Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tighL

° Keep vent capstight and smallvent holesin caps open,

oRechargeat 6amperesforl hour.

MANDREL

FLATWASHER

LOCK WASHER

BLADE

TRAILING EDGE

HEXBOLT

(GRADE8

*A GRADE 8HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED

BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

CUT AWAY VIEW .-VENT CAP

{L----i"_-L__.._j -_/VENT

WELL

I[_ N _ N N }} N N # bBATTERY

I_ _ _ [_ riJ _ _] _,,_ CELLACID

VEL

FIG. 14

FIG. 12

15

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CUSTOMER RIESPONS BIL TIES

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS -

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power,

o Remove terminal guard,

o Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED

battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

oWash battery with solution of four' tablespoons of

baking soda to one gallon of water, Be careful not to

get the soda solution into the cells,

o Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

* Cleanterminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright

°Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly,

o Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in As-

sembly section of this manual)

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable,

Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear

TRANSAXLE COOLING

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

can restrict cooling

ENGINE

LUBRiCATiON

Only use high quality detergent o!1rated with API service

classification SG Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature_

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15)

o Be sure vehicle is on level surface

o Oil will drain more freely when warm.

o Catch oil in a suitable corrtainer.

o Remove oil flit dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to

enter the engine when changing oilo

,, Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely

o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour'

slowly. Do not overfill For approximate capacity see

Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual

oUse gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking level Be sure

dipstick cap is tightened securely for' accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

PLUG

yAIR SCREEN

FIG. 15

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

oF -20 o0o 32 °60°80°100°

oC-29 ° .18 °0o16°27°38°

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

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosityoils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F, 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

level,

AiR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

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

prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire

brush or compressed airto removed dirt and stubborn dried

gum fibers

AiR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER

(See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by

using a dirty air filteL Clean the foam pre-cleaner element

after every 25 hours of operation, more often if tractor is

used in very dusty, dirty corrditions,

• Remove knobs and cover,

,, Remove foam pre-cleaner by sliding it off the paper

cartridge

NOTE: Do not attempt to clean or oil the paper cartridge,

Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100

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

conditions

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

• Wrap foam pre-cleaner in cloth and squeeze dry.

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

Squeeze in towel to remove excess oiL Do not saturate.

o Install foam pre-cleaner over paper cartridge.

o Reassemble cover and secure with knob&

16

CUSTOMER

KNOB

FOAM

OVER

CARTRIDGE

PLATE

AIR SCREEN

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 16

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 17)

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

prevent engine damage from overheating Air guide covers

must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See "TO

REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

TOP AIR

GUIDE COVER,

ENGINE _.

COOLING FINS

AIR GUIDE COVER (BOTH SIDES) \

MUFFLER

FIG. 17

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 plugtype and gap setting is shown in "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual,

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel filter

becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-

placement is required.

=With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections_

oPlace new fuel filter in position in fuel line_

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

properly positioned.

o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

RJEL FILTER

CLAMP

CLAMF

FIG. 18

CLEANING

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

matter.

oKeep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

oProtect 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 ouL Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life

17

SERVmCE ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

oDepress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

=Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

°Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

°Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

oMake sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

oDisconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19)

Mower will be easier' to remove from the right side of uniL

o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position_

o Move attachment liftleverforward to lower mower to its

lowest position_

oRoll belt off engine pulley,

= Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer' spring.

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer spring&

°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 MQUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, BOTH

SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVED FROM

TRACTOR.

TO mNSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)

o 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.

oInstall mower in reverse order' of removal instruction&

NOTE: The mower clutch rod has a trunnion that has been

preset, at the factory, for optimum mower performance. DO

NOT MOVETHETRUNNION ON THE CLUTCH ROD Iffor

any reason the trunnion has been moved on the clutch rod,

it must be reset to correct position (parallel with clutch rod)

and measure 10-11/32" (Check dimension on edge of flat

work surface as shown).

Be sure to tighten trunnion nut securely against trunnion

after making any adjustments

TRUNNION

SUSPENSION

ARMS

SEENOTEABOVE CORRECT

TRUNNION

POSITION

"-- PARALLEL

CLUTCH

ROD

CLUTCH LEVER RETAINER

SPRING

ENGINE

PULLEY

RONT

UNK

RETAINER

(BOTH

SIDES)

RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 19

18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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, 20 and 21).

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

to make the following ad ustment. Similar blocks measur-

ing 1-1/2 th ck 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 directly behind mandrels.

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,

Pull down firmly on suspension arm to remove any

slack in pivot bracket and hold while tightening rear

fastener first to secure, Tighten remaining fasteners.

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 (LIse wood 2 x 4's or equivalent)

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MOWER MUST BE IN LOWEST HEIGHT OF CUT POSITION

FIG, 20

ADJUSTABLE PIVOT

BRACKET\ _ FASTENERS

PULL DOWN AND TIGHTEN REAR FASTENER FIRST

FIG. 21

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs 22 and 23) -

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

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SUR E 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 making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length. Both links should

be approximately 10-3/8".

If links are not equal in length, ad ust one link to same

length as other link,

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" lower at front than

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

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL

FIG, 22

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT =F"'__ NUT "E"

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

FIG. 23

19

SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS

WITHPARKINGBRAKE"ENGAGED"

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without

tools_ Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking

brake For assistance, there is a belt installation guide

decal on the mower housing.

BELT REMOVAL -

o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

o Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to

its lowest position

o Roll belt off engine pulley_

* Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys,

o Pull belt away from moweL

BELT INSTALLATION -

Install new belt in reverse order of removal

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

belt guides,

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

ENGINE PULLEY

MANDRELPULLEY

FIG. 24

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

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 trighest gear, then brake must be adjusted

., Depress clutch/brake pedat and engage parking brake_

o Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod

° If distance is other than 1_1/2', disengage parking

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

becomes 1-1/2'L Retighten jam nut against nut "A"

oEngage parking brake and recheck distance.

= Road test unit for proper stopping distance as stated

above_ Read ust if necessary. If stopping distance is

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

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center.

NUT"A"

\

JAM NUT

OPERATING

ARM

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See

Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level area. Engage parldng brake.

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

oRemove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual)

oRemove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

oRemove belt from engine pulley.

oRoll belt over top of transaxle pulley.

oInstall new belt by reversing above procedure,

IMPORTANT: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTED

IN THIS MANUAL

PULLEY

FRAME

CLUTCHIN(

STATIONARY

IDLER ENGINE

PULLEY

FIG. 26

20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL AUGNMENT

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

when wheels arepositioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the

Assembly section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toeqn and camber are not adjustable on

your unit If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest Sears Service

Center,

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR

(See Fig. 27)

o

u

o

o

REPAIRS

Block up axle securely.

Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

Repair tire and reassemble

On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axle. Insert square key

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

I

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG, 27

TO START ENGRNE WiTH A WEAK BAT-

TERY (See Figs. 28 & 29)

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

recharge& If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starling, 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 -

oConnect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

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

against chassis

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 panel

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

and battery

To remove cables, reverse order -

o BLACK cable first from left side of chassis and fully

charged battery_

o RED cable last from both batteries.

"POSITIVE.... NEGATIVE"

(+) (°)

FIG. 28

PANEL

BOLT

FIG. 29

21

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly

in front of the dash

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

o Raise hood.

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

grill

o Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill

= Close hood_

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 32)

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, movethrottle controllever to

"FAST" position_

oCheck that swivel is against side of quarter circle. If it

is not, loosen cable clamp screw arrd pull cable back

until swivel is against quarter circle Tighten cable

clamp screw secur'ely_

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or'damaged wiring may cause your' tractor to run

poorly, stop running or prevent it from starting.

oCheck wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in Repair

Parts section of this manual

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Figs. 30 and 31)

o Raise hood.

o Unsnap headlight wire connector.

= Unscrew one screw at rear of each side panel.

° Pivot hood and side panels forward and lift off tractor.

• To reinstall, reverse procedure_

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 33)

The choke 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,choke control (located

on dash panel) to full 'CHOKE position.

oRemove air cleaner cover, filter and spitback plate to

expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the

Customer' Responsibilities section of this manual).

o Choke should be c{osed_ If it is not, loosen casing

clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is

completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

cureJy.

o Reassemble air cleaner

SCREW_

FIG. 30

WIRECONNECTION

CLAMP

QUARTER

SWIVEL

FIG. 32

CHOKECLOSI

CASING

CLAMP

SCREW _'_

CHOKE

LEVER

FIG. 31

22

FIG. 33

SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

(See Fig. 34 & 35)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment shouldnot benecessary, However minoradjustment

may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

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

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

air mixture, Turning the mixture screw out (counterclock-

wise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a

richer fuel/air mixture

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT

PRELIMINARY SETTING

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle

control cable and choke are adjusted properly (see

above).

° With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise)

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SETTING -

o Start engine and allow to warm forfive minutes. Make

final ad ustments with engine running and shift! motion

contro ever in "NEUTRAL" position_

- With throttle control lever in "SLOW" position, hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle

speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM

= While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until

engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) until engine runs rough Turn screw to a point

midway between those two positions,

• Continueto holdthrottle leveragainst idle speed screw

and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM.

Release throttle lever_

ACCELERATION TEST -

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

position. If engine hesitates or dies. turn idle mixture

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

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

erates smoothly_

High speed stop isfactory adjusted, Do not adjust- damage

may resulL

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS

PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY

NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

IDLESPEED

SCREW

MIXTURE

SCREW

THROTTLE

LEVER

FIG. 34

THROTTLe= \ IDLEMIXTURE

LEVER SCREW

FIG. 35

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STORAGE

ENGINE

Immediately prepare your tractor' for storage at the end of

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

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor' for winter storage When

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

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

clean, dry area.

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 Ad ustments

sect on of th s manua ).

o Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

°Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect movingpartsfordamage, breakage

and wear Replace if necessary

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BA'N'ERY

oFully charge the battery for storage

oAfter a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging

•To help prevent corrosion and power' leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see"TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

oAfter cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

° Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE, ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

o Drain the fuel tank.

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

carburetor' are empty.

o Never use engine or carburetor 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 tan k and carburetor if using fuel 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 sparkplug(s).

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

cylinder(s).

oTurn ignition keyto"START"position forafewseconds

to distribute oil

oReplace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

o Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

oReplace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

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

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

protection from dust and dirt_

o Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture_ Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM_

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TF OUBLESHOOTmNG POHNTS

CAUSE CORRECTION

PROBLEM

Wtll not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1 Out of fuel

2Enginenot"CHOKED"propedy_

3Engine flooded

4, Bad spark plug,

5. Dirty air filter

6. Dirty fuel filter,

7 Water In fuel

8 Loose or damaged wiring,

9Carburetor out of adjustment

10 Engine valves out of adjustment

lrDirty airfilter,

2. Bad spark plug

3 Weak or dead batter,/,

4 Dirty fuel filter,

5 Stale or dirty fuel

6, Loose or damaged wiring

7, Carburetor out of adjustment

8 Engine valves out of adjustment

1, Clutch/brake pedal not depressed

2, Attachment clutch Is engaged

3. Weak or dead battery

4_ Blown fuse.

5, Corroded battery terminals

6 Loose or damaged widng

7- Faulty Ignition switch

8 Faulty sotenotd or starter

9 Faulty operator presence switch(es)

1_ Weak or dead battery

2, Corroded battery terminals

3. Loose or damaged wiring

4 Faulty solenoid or starter

1, Cutting too much grass/too fast

2, Throttle In "CHOKE" position.

3_ Bultd.up of grass, leaves end trash under mower

4_ Dirty air filter

5_ Low el! level/dirty oll

6 Faulty spark plug

7_ Dldy fuel filter

8Staleor dirty fue!

9, Water Infuel

10, Sparkplug wireloose

11. Dldy engine airscreen/fins

12, Dldy/clogged muffler_

13 Loose or damaged wiring

14 Carburetor out of adjustment

15 Engine valves out of adjustment,

1 Worn. bent or loose blade

2 Sent blade mandrel

3 Loose/damaged pert(s)

1 FII! fuel tank

2 See "TO START ENGINE" In Operation section

3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start

4 Replace spark plug

5. Clean/replace air filter

6 Replace fuel filter,

7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter

8, Check all wiring.

9 Contact Sears Service Center/Department

10_ Contact Sears Service Center/Department,

1 Clean/replace air filter

2 Replace spark ptug

3, Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuet filter

5, Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6 Check nil wiring

7 Contact Sears Service Center/Department

8 Contact Sears Service Center/Department

1, Depress clutch/brake pedal

2, Disengage attachment clutch

3, Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuse,

5 Clean battery terminals

6 Check atl wiring

7 Check/replace Ignition switch

8 Check/replace solenoid or starter

9 Contact Sears Service Center/Department

1, Recharge or replace battery

2 Clean battery terminals

3 Check all wiring

4 Check/replace solenoid or starter

1 Set In"Htgher Cut" position/reduce speed

2. Adjust throttle control

3, Clean underside of mower housing

4 Clean/replace air filter

5, Check oitlevel/change oit

6 Clean and regap or change spark plug

7, Replace fuel filter

8 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter

10 Connect and tighten spark plug wire

11. Clean engine air screen/fins

12 Clean/replace muffler

13 Check all wiring

14 Contact Sears Service Center/Department

15 Contact Sears Service Center/Department,

f Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt

2 Replace blade mandrel

3 Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts

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TF OUBLESHOOTJNG POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mower blades wlll not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(If so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

1Faulty operator-safety presence control system

1. Worn, bent or loose blade

2Mower deck not level

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

4 Bent blade mandrel

5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1 Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2Worn/damaged mower drive belt

3. Fro:_en tdler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel

1 Engtne speed tee slow

2Travel speed too fast

3Wet grass

4. Mower deck not level

5 Low/uneventIrealr pressure

6. Worn, bent or loose blade

7Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower

8 Mower drive belt worn,

9Blades Improperly Installed

10 Improper bladesused

t I Clogged mower deck vent holes from bulIdup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1 Switch Is "OFF"

2 Bulb(s) burned cut

3 Faulty light switch

4 Loose or damaged wiring

5 Blown fuse

1 Bad battery cell(s).

2Poor cable connections

3. Faulty regulator (If so equlpped)

4. Faulty aftemator

1_ Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine

1 Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact Sears Service Center/Department

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt

2Level mower deck.

3 Clean underside of mower housing

4Replace blade mandrel

5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

1 Remove obstruction

2Replace mower ddve belt

3 Replace idler pulley

4 Replace blade mandrel

Place throttle control tn "FAST" position

2Shlftto slower speed.

3 Allow grass to dry before mowtng

4Level mower deck

5 Check tires for proper air pressure.

6 Replace/sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt

7Clean underside of mower housing.

8 Replace mower drive belt,

9Reinstall blades sharp edge down_

10 Replace with blades listed In this manual

11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

1 Turn switch "ON"

2 Replace bulb(s)

3 Check/replace light switch

4 Check wtring and connections

5 Replace fuse

1_ Replace battery

2Check/clean all connections

3 Replace regulator

4 Replace alternator,

1 Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow

to Idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR = =MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

E,

SLACK

-7

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WHITE I i I

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TILLER OLENOID

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CONNECTOR

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aLACK J (CLUTCHOFF)

BLACK

BLACK

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M + G

ON B +L

START B + S

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

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STARTER

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SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

(_ IGNITIONUNIT

SPARK _--_ )

PLUGS @------4 )

BED (_ 13 AMPREGULATOR YELLOW

12VOLTS AC (MIN)

@3600 RPM

4)

5AMPS ALTERNATOR

@ 11 VOLTS AO @ 3600 RPM

t- I

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HEADUGHT I IH AD

SWITG'H- L--(d _ LIGHTS

(OFF) _-J

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING

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 BRIGHTNESS

OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH

ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL

BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

ELECTRICAL

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REPAURPARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

12

13

14

15

'16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

109310X

127441X

4152J

4406R

109553X

124211X

1107'12X

109081X

10090400

73350400

11050400

73510400

131563

133253

4799J

4206J

4207J

123620X

121537X

121305X

104445X

17021008

108824X

74760412

19091016

Key, Molded 27 !0040400

Harness, Light Socket 28 73220400

Light Bulb 29 123198X

Switch, Ignition 30 11050600

Switch, Interlock, Attachment 31 102476X

Clutch 32 72240460

Nut, Ignition 33 74641008

Switch, Light 34 73951000

Solenoid 36 102501X

Washer, Lock 1/4 37 2751R

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 38 235R

Washer, Lock, External Tooth '1/4 39 74780408

Nut, Keps 1/4-20 40 73680400

Cover, Terminal 41 10054'1K

Harness, Ignition 42 109596X

Cable, Battery 43 4171R

Cable, Battery 44 121264X

Cable, Ground 46 7603,,I

Cover, Key Switch 47 7192J

Battery (Includes Electrolyte) 46 108236X

Switch, Seat 49 17021008

Switch, Interlock, Clutch 50 110923X

Screw, Hex, Tapping #10-24 x 1/2 51 74760616

Fuse 52 19131312

Bott, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 53 73680600

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex 1/4-20

Nut, Wing 1/4-20

Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/4

Guard, Terminal

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

Screw, Slotted Pan Head #10-32

Nut, Keps #10-32

Wire Loop

Clip, Fue/Line

Clip, Insulated

Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1/2

Nut, Crownlock 1/4-20

Tube

Clamp, Hose

Clip, Insulated

Caps, Battery

Tray, Battery

Cable, Tie

Bracket, Switch

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

Bracket, Mower Clutch

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x 1

Washer 13/16 x 13/32 x 12 Gauge

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-'16

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.& inches

1 inch = 2&4 mm

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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REPABRPARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR =-MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 127437 Seat 67 106004X

2 74760612 Bolt, Hex, Fin. 3/8m16x 3/4 68 132257

3 126656X Bracket, Pivot, Seat 69 127018X

4 105529X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 70 108512X

5 74780814 Bolt, Hex 1/2-13 x 7/8 7'1 108513X

6 73510500 Nut, Keps 5/16-18 74 72110608

7 73680600 Nut ,Crownlock 3/8-16 76 110350X417

8 12'1642X417 Fender 77 11050600

9 106090X Hinge, Hood LH 81 174906'16

10 105953X Air Duct

11 17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd, 84 17490608

Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

12 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 12 Gauge 88 10040800

13 STD523707 Bolt, Hex 3/8q6x3/4 89 19171912

14 106091X Hinge, Hood RH 90 13'1451

19 124181X Spring, Compresion 91 121251X

20 19131614 Washer 13/32x 1 x 14 Gauge 92 121246X

21 105509X Bracket, Fender 93 t21249X

23 127334X Tank, Fuel 94 72050411

24 123549X Cap, Fuel 95 12t250X

25 123487X Clamp, Hose 96 121248X

26 5277J Fuel Line 97 123976X

28 135034 Assembly, Chassis 98 120579X

29 130805 Drawbar 99 5320R

30 124118X Panel, Dash, LH 101 123650X

31 121794X Cover, Access 102 105838X

32 133748 Panel, Dash, RH 103 105839X

33 105525X Bracket, Support, Dash 104 133747

35 105465X417 Footrest, LH 105 106909X

36 105464X417 Footrest, RH 106 106910X

37 72'110606 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x3/4 107 108402X

42 135029 Guard, Muffler 108 17490612

43 110436X Grommet, Split 109 105511X

48 109015X Bracket, Pivot, LH 110 105466X

49 109016X Bracket, Pivot, RH 111 106082X

50 106013X417 Hood 112 3645J

51 2751R Clip, Fuel 113 8710J

54 108067X Pal Nut 114 134774

55 105528X Grill 115 134775

58 19131616 Washer 13/32x 1 x 16 Gauge 116 72140606

61 108403X417 Panel, Side, RH 117 109227X

62 108410X417 Panel, Side, LH

66 106003X Lens, RH

Lens, LH

Bezel, Headlight

Bolt, Shoulder

Bracket, Pivot, RH

Bracket, Pivot, LH

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Assembly, Strap, Grill

Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/8

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.

Roll 3/8q6 x 1

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd,

Roll. 3/8-16 x 1/2

Washer, Lock 1/2

Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

Pan, Seat

Strip, Foam

Bracket, Switch Mount

Spacer, Split

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x '1-'1/4

Spring, Compression

Bushing, Snap

Nut, Flange, Large, Hex

Pal Nut

Clip, Insulated

Stud, 1/4 Turn

Retainer, 1/4 Turn

Receptical, 1/4 Turn

Shield, Heat

Screw,

Washer Speclal

U-Clip

Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

Strap Assembly, Fender

Pad, Footrest

Pad, Spacer

Bushing

Stem, Fuel Tank

Bracket, Pivot, LH

Bracket, Pivot, RH

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

Pad, Spacer

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

31

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

DRIVE

7

f

J

39

40

53

60 58

7O

38

9"9

I -OPTIONAL i

EQUIPMENT.

SPARK

ARRESTER

KIT

25

62 71

83

87 64 59

3_

8O

•83

6

A B

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(_27 _27

28

CD E F G H J

@28 @1o3

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32

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107 _101

28

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 123667X Pulley, Transaxle 57 76020412

2 12000028 Ring, Retainer 58 133261

3 73800600 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 59 130804

3/8-16 60 124236X

4 136193 Transaxle, Dana, 5 Speed, 61 106888X

Model Number 4360-42 62 19131318

5 126470X Clip, Insulated 63 121746X

6 13200300 Elbow, STD 90 °, 3/8-18 64 73350600

713280336 Nipple, Pipe 67 127783

8 132415 Engine, Briggs & Stratton, 18 HP, 68 123789X

Model #422707, Type #1516-01 69 123205X

9 108373X Muffler 70 74760624

10 100229L Tube Assembly, Exhaust 71 110812X

11 74780412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 72 12000039

12 10040400 Washer, Lock 1/4 73 105709X

13 8545J Gasket 74 105710X

14 2228M Key, Woodruff #9 76 132755

15 129921 Keeper, Belt, Engine 77 17720410

16 104757X Cap, Axle

17 131006 V-Belt, Drive 78 59192

18 2751R Clip 79 65139

19 I06933X Knob 80 124632X

20 131679 Rod, Shifter 81 106106X361

21 105701X Washer, Shaft Plate 82 109502X

22 19151216 Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x16 Gauge 83 121749X

23 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 84 12000001

24 17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., 86 123583X

Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 87 127290

25 134683 Keeper, Belt, Engine 88 17490624

26 74760612 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x3/4

27 19131312 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x12 Gauge 89 17490512

28 73880600 Nut, Crewniock 3/8-16

29 8883R Cover, Pedal 90 74760616

30 122424X Shaft, Foot Pedal 91 105706X

31 1572H Pin, Roll 3/16x 1 92 71040412

32 19211616 Washer 21/32x 1 x 16 Gauge 94 130802

33 120183X Bearing, Nylon 97 7152J

37 136715 Keeper, Chassis, Center Span Belt 98 110422X

38 109070X Keeper, Be_t 99 132922

39 4470J Spacer 100 73510600

40 123674X Idler, Flat 101 11050600

42 134825 Pulley, Engine 102 74760544

43 10040700 Washer, Lock 7/16 103 73680500

44 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20x4 104 74760512

45 127289 Keeper, Belt, LH 106 - - -

49 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x10 Gauge

53 74760644 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 107 19132012

54 121520X Strap, Torque

55 130807 Bracket, Transaxle

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

Rod, Parking Brake

Rod, Brake

Cap

Spring, Brake Red

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16

Pulley, Idler

Arm, Idler

Retainer, Belt

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

Washer, Hardened

Ring, Klip

Spring, Return, Clutch

Link, Clutch

Control, Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

1/4-20 x 5/8

Cap, Valve

Stem, Valve

Tire, Rear

Rim

Spacer, Split

Washer 25/32 x 1-!/4 x 16 Gauge

E-Ring

Key, Square 25x 1845/1865

Keeper, Belt, RH

Bolt, Hex Washer Head, Thd, Roll

3/8-16 x 1-1/2

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,

Roll, 5/16-18 x 3/4

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1

Bearing

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

Bracket, Saddle Shift

Tube (Optional, Service Item Only)

Spring, Return, Brake

Kit, Spark Arrester

Nut, Keps 3/8-16

Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/8

Bolt, Hex, Fin. 5/16-16 UNC x 2.3/4

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-16 x 3/4

Plug, Oil Drain

(Order from Engine Manufacturer)

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U S inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

STEERING ASSEMBLY

20 22

27

10

9

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16

M

85

42

57

45 54

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53

51

46

40

.56 66 64

12 72

52 67 68

69

34

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR .. = MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 104757X

2 133742

3 73940800

4 100712K

5 133741

6 100711L

7 1060'15X

8 120028X

9 129621X01 t

'10 109816X

11 t7490608

12 121749X

13 128755

16 124036X

19 127501

20 12000029

2I 6266H

22 124034X

24 105518X

25 74180512

26 73680500

27 13t005X010

28 73680600

29 7476O532

30 121236X

31 '128231

32 74760612

33 57079

34 124035X

35 126684X

36 132779

37 17490612

38 '11050600

39 72110608

40 131450

42 74011056

45 110438X

46 736O1000

Cap, Axle 48

Insert, Steering Wheel 49

Nut, Top-Lock 1/2-20 UNF 50

Washer 51

Steering Wheel 52

Adapter, Steering Wheel 53

Sleeve, Steering 54

Dash 55

Plate, Dash 56

Nyliner, Snap-In 57

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., 58

Roll.. 3/8-16 x 1/2 59

Washer 25/32 x 1-I/4 x 16 Gauge 61

Shaft, Steering 62

Bracket, Steering 64

Shaft, Pitman 65

Ring, Klip 66

Bearing, Thrust 67

Gear, Sector 68

Dash, Lower 69

Screw, Crown Truss Head 72

5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 73

Saddle 74

Nut, Crownlock 5/1648 75

Bolt, Hex 5/16-t 8 x 2 77

Spacer 78

Plate, Battery Support 79

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3/4 80

Washer 83

Support, Shaft 84

Washer 5/8 x 1/4 x 16 Gauge 85

Control, Choke 86

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd. 87

Rol!., 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer, Lock, Internal /External 88

Tooth 3/8 89

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x t Grade 5 90

Axle, Front 91

Bolt, Hex 5/8-11 x 3-1/2 92

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle 95

Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert

5/8-16 UNC

135227

135228

121748X

130465

19131416

76020412

3366R

130468

10040600

73610600

1554J

17431008

2751R

73220600

59192

65139

278H

9040H

106732X361

106222X

59904

7211O622

121235X

19131416

7418O412

t9091216

7351O4O0

19272016

5320R

t20754X

121232X

10040400

71070410

132624

106933X

110924X

131671

106451X

131291

Spindle, LH

Spindle, RH '

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Rod, Tie

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

Bearing

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock 3/8

Nut, Hex 3/8-24

Bushing, Steering

Screw, Hex #10_16 x 1/2

Clip, Fuel Line

Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Cap, Valve

Stem, Valve

Fitting, Grease

Bearing

Rim

Tire, Front

Tube, Tire, Front

(Optional, Service Item Only)

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-3/4

Spacer

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Pan Head I/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Nut, Keps 1/4-20 UNC

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Clip, Insulated

Bushing

Cap, Spindle

Washer, Lock 1/4

Screw, Hex Socket Head

1/4-20 x 5/8

Pin, Axle

Knob

Lever, Mower Clutch

Bracket, Pivot

Bolt, Shoulder

Link, Clutch

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U...£oinches

t inch = 2&4 mm

35

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

42" MOWER DECK

67 7O

52

45

42

43

6O

91

90 89

80 88

21 19 92

82

81

80

77

21

96

4

13

93

14

18

16

15

12

36

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

42" MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 130970

2 130969

3 110485X

4 128774

5 133172

6 129895

7 127843

8 129962

9 10030600

10 850857

11 128961

12 130968

13 131491

14 131267

15 110452X

16 123713X

17 19111016

18 105304X

19 73510500

20 72140506

21 4939M

22 127218

23 73350800

24 130171

25 73800800

26 135388

27 135563

28 130833

29 134619

33 133844

34 78158

35 129963

36 129861

37 73050900

38 72110614

39 133943

40 131494

41 122052X

42 19131612

43 133502

44 133503

45 73680600

46 72110618

47 133835

48 131340

49 133940

50 69180

51 105529X

52 131845

53 133944

54 131335

55 133551

Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 56 76020312

V-Belt, 42" Mower 57 133504

Bail Bearing, Mandrel 58 134236

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 59 134666

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 60 73350600

(Includes Key Number 6) 61 133205

Ball Bearing, #6204

Blade, High Lift, 42 Mower 62 4497H

Washer, Hardened 63 17720410

Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical

Spring 3/8 64 127498

Bolt 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Grade 8 65 133435

Stripper, Mower, Vented 66 127847

Shield, Deflector 67 128903

Rod, Hinge 68 12000029

Bracket, Deflector 69 121748X

Nut, Push 70 127845

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 72 127846

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 73 128759

Cap, Sleeve 74 12000022

Nut,Kaps 5/16_18 75 19292016

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x3/4 76 131925

Retainer, Spring 77 121002X

Link, Front 78 74780624

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC 79 121006X

Trunnion 80 2876H

Locknut, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 81 122364X

Link, Lift, RH 82 122365X

Pin, Roll 83 125631X

Arm, Suspension, Rear 84 110810X

Link, Lift, LH 85 19151216

Arm, Idler 86 12000037

Bolt 5/16-18x1-1/4T/T 87 110807X

Washer, Spacer 88 19131016

Pulley, Mandrel 89 76020308

Nut, Top-Lock 9/16 90 110729X

Bolt, Carriage 91 100734K

3/8-16 UNC x 1_3/4 Grade 5

Washer, Hardened 92 134753

Pulley, Idler, Flat 93 132262

Spacer, Retainer 94 132263

Washer 13/32x 1 x 12 Gauge 95 72110504

Spacer, Idler Arm, Upper 96 74760512

Stiffener, Idler Arm, Upper 97 73680500

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 98 134249

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 99 105455X

Fastener, Christmas Tree 100 19171512

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 102 73800600

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower - - 130794

Locknut #10-24 UNC

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16_18 UNC - - 136322

Arm Assembly, Brake Pad

Washer, Hardened

Spring, Extension

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs

Guard, Mandrel, LH

Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Trunnion, Adjustment

3/8-16 UNC x 1.30

Spring, Retainer

Screw, Hex, Thread Cuttting

1/4-20 x 5/8

Bushing

Spring, Extension, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC 1.44

Ring, Klip

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Keeper, Spring

Arm, Clutch, Primary

Spring, Clutch, Mower

E-Ring #5166-87

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Lever Assembly, Lift

Bolt, Hex, Fin. 3/8-16 UNCx 1-1/2

Rod Assembly, Lever

Spring 2-1/8

Plunger, Lift Lever

Button, Plunger, Red

Grip, Handle, Fluted

Trunnion, Depth Stop

Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip #T5304-37

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x !6 Gauge

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Lift Adjustment

Knob, Infinite Height Adjustment,

Black 3/8-16 UNC

Stiffener, Deflector Bracket

Bracket, Gauge Wheel, RH

Bracket, Gauge Wheel, LH

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1/2

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

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-1 UNC

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge, Black

Washer 17/32 x 15/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut, Nylock 3/8-16 UNC

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 3-6, 8-10, 35 and 37)

Mower Deck, 42"

(Does Not Include Gauge Wheels

and Brackets, or Lift System)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

37

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

DANA TRANSAXLE --MODEL NUMBER 4360-42

20 21

25

54 44

55 56

57

59

12 47

49

50

8

62

66

59

64 65

6869 _771

6O

52

38

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917o258492

DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-42

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 124643X

2 2274J

3 134400

4 105904X

5 105905X

6 134788

7 '134399

8 120951X

9134791

10 2267J

11 134793

12 124641X

13 120415X

14 225_J

15 106846X

16 106095X

17 105909X

18 105910X

19 105911X

20 108976X

21 1O5913)(

22 120468

23 2242J

24 124638X

25 2244J

26 105916X

27 120470X

28 110070X

29 108977X

30 124644X

31 108980X

32 120406X

33 134796

34 134797

35 105925X

36 2232J

37 108978X

38 110079X

39 124639X

40 120472X

41 105928X

Housing, Upper 42 106605X

Screw, Tapping, Large 43 134394

1/4-20 x .734 44 120473X

Bail, Detent 45 106596X

Spring, Detent

Screw, Set 46 105933X

Kit, Shifter Assembly 47 106589X

Boot, Shifter 48 120408X

Puck, Friction 49 105937X

Screw, Tapping, w/Sealer 50 105936X

Ring, Retaining 51 2226J

* Assembly, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 52 134401

Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth 53 2264J

Washer, Plain .632 x 138 x .046 54 120474X

Key, Woodruff, #9 55 120409X

Assembly, Kit, Input Shaft 56 105941X

Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth 57 110071X

Ring, Retaining 58 120952X

Chain, 24 Pitches 59 106592X

Bearing, Flange 60 120475X

Gear, Spur, 14 Teeth 61 134798

Collar, Clutch 62 120961X

Key, Clutch 63 7294J

Key, Woodruff, #3 64 108989X

Shaft, Intermediate 65 120953X

Key, Woodruff, #61 66 120954X

Ring, Retaining 67 134799

Sprocket, 18 Teeth 68 108992X

Spacer 69 108996X

Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth 70 120956X

Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth 71 738'10500

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth 72 120416X

Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth

Spacer 1.133 x 1.50 x 375

Washer, Plain .640 x 1.37 x .061

Washer, Plain °632 x 1_00x ,026

Spacer .630 x 1.00 x .169

Assembly, Gear, Combination,

12 Teeth and 35 Teeth

Shaft, Idler

Spacer .633 x .87 x .755

Sprocket, 9 Teeth

Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth

* Assembly, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft

Shaft, Drive

Screw, Tapping, Large

5/16-18 x 1A4

Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth

Spacer .781 x 1.00 x .375

Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain .758 x 1o25 x 031

Axle, Left Hand

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Axle, Right Hand

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping 5/16-18 x 2.25

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain 321 x 1.00 x .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Locknut 5/16-24

Grease

* Use in various combinations to maintain proper

clearances.

** OrderKey Number 15.

*** Lubricate with Aerospace Lubricant Inc,

PC-80 or equ vaent.

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

39

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

DECALS

6

22 3 11

11 15 20 5 5 2 21

4

17

8

12

23

13

10 14

9 19

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 136128

2 130600

3 130599

4 105568X

5 126312X

6 105801X

7 133110

8 133796

9 4900J

10 109199X

11 133139

12 136832

Decal Engine

Decal Hood, Stripe, LH

Decal Hood, Stripe, RH

Decal Grill, Stripe

Decal Hood, HP

Decal Fender

Decal U_S.A,

Decal Caution

Decal Clutch/Brake

Decal V-Belt Drive

Decal Chassis

Decal Mower Drive Belt

13 121343X

14 3713J

15 132269

16 108456X

17 105806X

18 128260

19 133179

20 106814X

21 106813X

22 133644

23 135919

-- 135509

Decal, Danger

Decal, Rotating Blades

Decal, Steering Wheel

Decal, Operating Instructions

Decal, Logo, Grill

Decal, Model, Grill

Decal, QC System

Decal, Stripe, Side Panel, RH

Decal, Stripe, Side Panel, LH

Decal, Maintenance, Sears

Domestic

Decal, Battery Cable, 30 Amp, Min,

Manual, Owner's

4O

REPAIR PARTS

"i8 NP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1516-01

61S(_,

_A_5

616 _0

_230

219&

*REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL.

SEE REPABR INSTRUCTION mANUAL°

41

REPABR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

BRIGGS & STRA3-rON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1516-01

434

_119

235

42

REPASR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

BRIGGS & STRA'I-FON ENGINE --MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1516-01

332

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43

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE - -MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1516-01

1003

Reference Number

Manufacturer

Bdggs& Housfng

Stmtton Lenetf1

!2V 3-5/8"

*IncludesBrush,Set

309 310 311 544 801

Motor and Thru Bolt Brash Altnaturo Drive End Ca

Ddv® Am_'v. Assembly Assembly i Asssmblv Asssmbly

394808 94003 395539 390837 394860

802 _

EndCapAss'y. Housing

Commutator Assembly

39'ss37' _93s2s

i

Reference Number 510

Starter Starter Drive

Motor Mfr. Group

B&Sor United Tech.

12V 490421

513 783 876 896

,i H i

Clutch Gear Pinion Rol!

Assembly Sprlnq Kit Pin

398003 280104 490467 94288 (Copper)

44

REPAnR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1516-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 494533

2 399265

3 391086

5-1 493457

5-2 493458

7-1 271867

7-2 271868

8-1 393370

8-2 222892

927803

10 94382

11 280225

12 271142

271188

271189

13 94565

15 91084

15A 94497

'16 394028

94196

18 493304

20 291675

21 399195

22 90887

23 491180

24 222698

25 394955

394956

394957

394958

26 394959

394960

394961

394962

27 260924

28 299691

391286

29 394306

397158

31 220863

32 92909

33 390419

34 261528

35 65906

36 26828

40 221596

4'1 292260

42 93630

45 261368

Cylinder Assembly 46 212337

Bearing, Cylinder 50 213290

Seal, Oil 51 271412

Head, Cylinder #1 51A 280319

Head, Cylinder #2 52 270884

Gasket, Cylinder Head #1 53 93970

Gasket, Cylinder Head #2

Breather Assembly #1 54 93208

Cover, Breather Cylinder #2 75 222511

(Used only on Key Number 572 Air 78 94326

Baffle with Holes for Mounting) 81 223016

* Gasket, Valve Cover 90 491429

Screw, Seres

Tube, Breather 91 491541

*Gasket, Crankcase Cover 1/64" 93 231209

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover ,,005" 94 491538

*Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009" 95 93499

Screw, Cylinder Head

Plug, Oil Drain 96 221939

Plug, Pipe 97 392672

Crankshaft 98 91920

Key, Timing Gear Retaining Device 99 26157

Base Assembly, Crankcase 102 271607

Seal, Oil 103 298514

Seal Assembly, Cylinder Plug 104 230896

Screw, Seres, Crankcase Cover 105 394683

Mounting (Uses#92268 Lock 107 491543

Washer) 108 223534

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 109 392673

Magneto 116 280474

Key, Flywheel 117 231338

Piston Assembly, Standard 119 94152

Piston Assembly .010" Oversize 120 92290

Piston Assembly .020" Oversize 121 491539

Piston Assembly .030"Oversize 127 223472

Ring Set, Piston, Standard 161 398826

Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize 165 94289

RingSet, Piston .020"Oversize 187 299146

Ring Set, Piston _030" Oversize 188 93535

Lock, Piston Pin 201 262683

Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard 202 262684

Pin Assembly, Piston .005" Over 203 280997

Rod Assembly, Connecting 203A 490207

Connecting Rod, 205 93971

.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 206 94298

Washer 207 262337

Screw, Connecting Rod 209 262352

Valve, Exhaust 209A 261563

Valve, Intake

Spring, Intake Valve

Spring, Exhaust Valve

Retainer, Intake Valve

Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve

Retainer, Exhaust Valve

Rotocoil (2)

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

Manifold Assembly, Intake

*** Gasket, Carburetor & Intake Elbow

Spacer, Carburetor

* Gasket, Intake Manifold Mounting

Screw, Hex Head (Carburetor to

Manifold)

Screw, Sems, Intake Manifold Mtg

Washer, Spring

Screw, Seres

Lock, Muffler Screw

Carburetor Assembly (Remote

Choke)

Body Assembly, Upper Carburetor

Bushing, Throttle Shaft

** Valve Assembly, Carburetor Idle

Screw, Sems, Throttle and Choke

Valve Mounting

Valve, Throttle

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Screw, Machine, Fillister Head

Spring, Throttle Adjustment

** Gasket, Carburetor Body

Float, Carburetor

** Pin, Float Hinge

** Valve, Fuei Inlet

Body, Lower Carburetor

Valve, Choke

Shaft and Lever, Choke

O-Ring

Jet, Needle Valve, Fixed

Screw, Seres, Hex Head

Washer, Lock

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Plug, Welch

Body, Air Cleaner

Nut, Wing .

Line, Fuel, 28 (Cut to Suit)

Screw, Seres

Link, Governor

Link, Throttle

Crank, Bell

Crank, Bell

Screw, Hex Head

Nut, Square

Spring, Compression

Spring, Governor

Spring, Governor Idle

* Includedin Gasket Set (491856)

** Included in Carburetor Overhau/Kit (491539)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (491856) and

Carburetor Overhaul Kit (491539)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAURPARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.258492

BRNGGS & STRATrON ENGINE --MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1516-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

216 262375 Link 520 93722

219 393415 Oil Slinger' Assembly 523 394020

219A 394348 Gear', Governor 524 271157

220 222773 Washer, Thrust 524A 271485

222 491282 Bracket, Speed Control 525 280224

224 94297 Screw, Pan Head 528 393815

227 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor 535 271271

229 62199 Washer' 537 271411

230 223882 Washer, Governor' Crank (Inside) 552 262332

232 262539 Spring, Backlash 552A 262331

235 224039 Shield, Spitback 556 93585

240 394358 Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line to Tank) 562 93853

244 230318 Connector;lmpulsePump 567 93777

257 93897 Screw, Sems

258 93949 Screw, Sems 569 270981

259 223890 Bracket, Cable 572 224580

265 221535 Clamp, Casing 573 491304

267 93496 Screw, Hex Head 592 92278

284 94264 Screw, Hex Head 601 93053

284A 93469 Screw, Hex Head 615 94296

304 491247 Housing, Blower 616 491530

305 94608 Screw, Sems 1/2" 634 271013

93415 Screw, Seres 3/4" 634A 491287

306-1 222846 Shield, Cylinder 635 66538

306-2 222847 Shield, Cylinder 642 223579

307 94386 Screw, Sems 643 223714

308-1 222848 Cover, Air Guide 726 391362

308-2 222849 Cover, Air Guide

309 - - - Motor, Starting (See Chart for' 741 262694

Starting Motor Replacement Parts) 819 93686

319 394988 Armature Assembly 842 271170

332 230674 Nut, Hex 847 394394

333 394891 Armature Group 851 221798

(MAGNETRON TM Ignition) 858 270989

334 93381 Screw, Seres, Armature Mounting 859 271025

337 802592 Plug, Spark, Resistor' 860 261358

353 92791 Washer, Lock, Shakeproof 861 393397

354 90576 Nut, Hex 868 393606

356 398808 Wire, Ground 869 261463

358 491856 Gasket Set 870 213316

363 19203 Puller, Flywheel 871 261961

(Optionat Accessory) 231218

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug

387 280197 Body, Pump 877 393456

392 261395 ***Spring, Pump 881 212455

394 270988 ***Diaphragm 955 397882

414 223882 Washer 1005 280815

422 222875 Clamp, Oil Filler 1006 223726

432 221377 ***Cap, Spring 1019 491262

434 223688 Cover, Diaphragm

435 93829 Screw, Diaphragm Cover

445 394019 Cartridge, Air' Cleaner

467 493903 Knob, Air Cleaner

468 222673 Screen, Flush Rotating

474 393474 Stator, Alternator, Dual Circuit

482 93621 Screw, Seres

506 231174 Terminal

507 280180 Grommet, Insulator

Terminal, Spade

Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler

Seal, Filler Tube

Seal, Tube

Tube, Oil Filler

Impulse Line and Clamp Assembly

Element, Air Cleaner'

*** Gasket, Air Cleaner

Lower Bushing, Governor

Upper' Bustling, Governor

Screw, Seres, Hex Head

Bolt, Governor Lever'

Screw, Hex Head

(Back Plate to Cylinder)

* Gasket, Crankcase

Baffle, Air, Cylinder #2

Back Plate Assembly

Nut, Hex

Clamp, Fuel Line

Retainer, E-Ring

Crank, Governor

** Washer', Throttle Shaft

Seal, Governor Shaft

Elbow, Spark Plug

Cover, Air Cleaner

Cartridge Plate, Air Cleaner

Gear', Flywheel Ring

(Includes Mounting Parts)

Gear, Timing

Screw, Hex Head

Seal, Oil Filler Cap

Dipstick and Tube Assembly

Terminal, Ignition Cable

*** Diaphragm, Damping

*** Gasket, Carburetor Pump

*** Spring (2)

Repair Kit, Pump

Seal and Retainer Assembly

Seat, Intake Valve, Standard

Seat, Exhaust Valve, Standard

Guide, Exhaust Valve (Only)

Guide, Intake, Brass

(See Repair' Manual)

Connector Assembly, Dual Circuit

Cover Plate, Crankcase

Plug and Seal, Solenoid

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer, Fan

Label Kit

* Included in Gasket Set (491856)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (491539)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (491856) and

Carburetor Overhaul Kit (491539)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

1inch = 25_4 rnm

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

®

18=0 P TWHNCYLINDER

ELECTRHC START

42" OWER DECK

5 SPEED TRANS_LE

LAWN TRACTOR

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

number=

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

located under the seat.

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

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

Service Centers and most Retail Stores,

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-

ING INFORMATION:

•PRODUCT- LAWN TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917,258492

•ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1516-01

•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 sell

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

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