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S_EA/ S

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.255581

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

CRI:IFTZMIIN+

12.5 HP I/C

ELECTRIC START

3 in One Convertible

42" MOWER DECK

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

• Assembly

,Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

° Service and Adjustment

° Repair Parts

_vertible

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

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CU-I-NNG MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILUR ETO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJU RY OR DEATH.

1. GENERAL OPERATION

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

and on the machine before starting.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

+ Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

,, Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. 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 clown 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 loss-of-control and

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the

slope or if you feel uneasy on 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.

+ U'se slow speed. Choose alow gear sothat you will not have

to stop or shift while 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 slow and gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, if tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary, andthen turn slowly

and gradua y downh i, if poss bte.

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

mower could suddeniy 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.

+Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe

ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

I11. CHILDREN

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

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

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

care el 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

injured or interfere with sale machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• 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 sub ect to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or a ow

ob ects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

rep ace w th manufacturer s recommended parts, when nec+

essary.

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

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

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Look for this symbol to point out impor- I

tant safety precautions. It means CAU- I

"I'ION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR |

SAFETY IS INVOLVED. i

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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plu g

wire and place wire where it cannot con-

tact spark plug in order to prevent acci-

dentalstarting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu-

factured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy please contact your nearest Sears Service

Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.

Always observe the SAFETY RULES.

MODEL

NUMBER 917.255581

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PU RCHAS E

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBERAND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available onthis prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 12.5

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3.0 PINTS): SAE 30 (Above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F)

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

STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE .005 - .007 IN.

EXHAUST .009 -.011 IN.

GROUND SPEED: FORWARD

1st 1.10 MPH

2nd 1.40 MPH

3rd 2.00 MPH

4th 3.00 MPH

5th 4.20 MPH

6th 5.0O MPH

REVERSE: 1.50 MPH

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your unit.

• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

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

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combus-

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

proved forest-covered r brush-covered or grass-covered

land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting appligable local or state laws {if

a_ny). If a spark arrester Is used, it should be maintained m

effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(_Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

®

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this ridingequipment is maintained, Lubricatedand tuned up according to the

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

•Tire replacement or repaircaused by puncturesfrom outside objects,such as nails,thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 daysfrom date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipmentproves defective inmaterial or workmanship

and our _estingdeter:r0inesthe battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replacethe battery at no charge....

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

CENTER/DEPARTMENT INTHE 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, 15-18

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

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

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

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

ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 7-10

OPERATION ........................................................... 11-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 19-24

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

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

REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ................................. 30-45

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ..................................... 46-50

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

INDEX

A

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

Adjustments:

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

Carb ureto r ........................... ........ 24

Mower

Front-To-Back ........................ 20

Side-To-Side .......................... 20

Throttle Control Cable ................. 24

Air Filter, Engine ................................. 18

Air Screen, Engine .............................. 18

Assembly ......................................... 7-10

B

Battery:

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

Cleaning ...................................... 17

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

Levels ....................................... 8,17

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

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

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

Terminals .................................... 17

Belt:

Motion Drive

RemoVaVReplacement ........... 21

Mower Blade Drive

RemovaVReplacement ........... 21

Blade:

Sharpening .................................. 16

Replacement ............................... 16

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

C

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

Controls, Tractor ................................. 11

Customer Responsibilities ............. 15-18

Engine:

Air Filter ................................... 18

Air Filter Foam Pre-C]eaner .... 18

Air Screen, Engine .................. 18

Battery ...................................... 17

Cooling Fins, Engine ............... 18

Engine Oit ................................ 17

Fuel Filter ................................ 18

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

E

Electrical: Operation ....................................... 11-14

Interlocks and Relays .................. 23 Operating Mower ...:............................ 13

Schematic ................................... 29 Options:

Wiring Diagram ............................ 30 Accessories .;................................. 5

Engine: Spark Arrester .......................... 3,40

Air Filter ....................................... 18 P

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner ........ 18 Parking Brake ................................ 11-12

A r Screen ................................... 18 Parts Bag .............................................. 6

Cooling Fins, Engine ................... 18 Parts, Replacement/Repair ........... 30-45

Oil Change .................................. 17 Product Specifications ........................... 3

Oil Level ................................. 13,17 R

Oil Type ....................................... 17

Preparation .................................. 13 Repair Parts .................................. 30-45

Repair Parts ........................... 46-50 S

Starting ........................................ 14 Safety Rules .......................................... 2

Storage ........................................ 25 Seat ...................................................... 8

F Service and Adjustments ............... 19-24

Filter: Carburetor ........................... ;....... 24

Air Filter ....................................... 18 Fuse ............................................ 23

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner ........ 18 Hood Removal/Installation., ........ 23

Fuel ............................................. 18 Motion Drive Belt

Fuel: Remova!/Replacement ........... 21

Type ............................................ 13 Mower Blade Drive Belt

Storage ........................................ 25 Removal/Replacement ........... 21

Fuse .................................................... 23 Mower Adjustment

HFront- to-Back ......................... 20

Hood RemovaVInstallation .................. 23 Side-to-Side ............................ 20

L Mower Removal .......................... 19

Leveling Mower Deck ......................... 20 Tire Care ............................. 8,16,22

Lubrication: Slope Guide Sheet ............................. 51

Chart ........................................... 15 Spark Plugs ........................................ 18

M Specifications ....................................... 3

Maintenance Schedule ....................... 15 Starting the Engine ........................ 13-14

Mower: Steering Wheel ....... ......................... 7,22

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ........... 20 Stopping the Tractor ........................... 12

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............ 20 Storage ............................................... 25

Blade Sharpening ........................ 16 T

Blade Replacement ..................... 16 "l'hrottle Control Cable

Cutting Height .............................. 12 Adjustment .................................. 24

Tnstallation................................... 19 Tires............................................,....8,16,22

Operation .................................... 13 Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 26-27

Removal ...................................... 19

Tractor: Mowing Tips ....................................... 14 Transaxle:

...................... Muffler ================================================18 Repair Parts ......................... ,.,..44-45

Blade ....................................... 16

Lubrication Chart ..................... 15

Maintenance Schedule ............ 15

Tire Care ......................... 8,16,22

Cutting Height, Mower ........................ 12

Spark Arrester .......................... 3,40

Mulcher Plate ............................... 10

O

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... 13,17

Engine ......................................... 17

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

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W

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

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

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

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

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

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

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR RLTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

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

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

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

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

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

attaching and detaching.

PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and

leaves for a healthier, nearer looking lawn. Two Permane×

containers hold 30-gallon plastic bags.

LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

LAWN VAGS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and

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

places.

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available.

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

diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs. of weight. 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 al!ow 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-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

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

Steel weight tray for increased penetration.

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

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

teeth. Usefultopreparebareareasforseeding. Availableforfront

or rear mounting.

SPRAYERS use 12wolt DC electric motor that connects to the

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

automatic spraying when put{ing, and hand held wand for spot

spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying

herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and liquid fertilizers.

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

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

lowers with side lever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible

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

weight.)

SNOWTHROWER has40-inch swatl_. Drum-typeauger handles

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

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

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

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

weight.)

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

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or 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 3fabric (water-repellent, extremely breathable, light

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

stainfteadpuncture resistant, will not shrink or stretch.) (Catalog

only.)

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

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

lift and depth control system and does NOT require a 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

(2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

#10-16 x 1/2

(1) Locknut 3/8-24

(1) 2-3/8" Diameter Washer

IF- "

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

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

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

(2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8

(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(2) Hex Bolts !/4-20 x 3/4 _-

......... _ ........ (2)Hex_._NutS1/4-20

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

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

Parts packed separately in carton

Steering

Wheel

Owner's Manual

Seat

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Battery acid

Mulcher 'l

Plate

IBattery

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Steering

Boot

Parts Bag

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

, Wheel

Steering Wheel Insert

Adapter

Steering (2) Latch Hook

Bushing Assemblys (2) Keys

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Battery Caps

and Instructions

ASSEMBLY

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

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

the correct tools as necessary to insure their proper tightness,

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier, Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 5/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

Tire pressure gauge

Phillips Screwdriver

Utility knife

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

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

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

four corners of carton and lay panels flat.

. Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING UNIT OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

•Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft.

• Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

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

metal screws and tighten securely.

• Position steering boot over steering shaft.

• Align tabs of steering boot over slots and hole in dash

and push down to secure.

• Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft.

Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 hex Iocknut and

tighten securely.

• Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill,

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

STAPLES iN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURETIRES WHERE

UNIT IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,

(See Fig. 8)..............

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

.Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

.Roll unit backwards off skid.

Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

STEERING

_HAFT

_._ INSERT

....._ 3/8-24 HEX LOCKNUT

_2-3/8 DIA. WASHER

STEERING WHEEL

Sw g;dNG

ADAPTER

STEERING @STEERING SCREW

" TAB

HOLE

FIG. 1

ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.

Wash hands or clothing immediately if

accidentally incontactwith battery acid.

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged

battery acid are explosive.

Read the instructions included with the

battery vent caps. Always wear gloves,

clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes.

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life.

® See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag.

,= Fill battery with acid. Fill each cell until it reaches the

bottom of the vent wells. Do not overfill.

• Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty

minutes. After standing, check the level of acid. If

below the vent wells, add more acid until the correct

level is reached.

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

battery is being charged, continue with assembly of unit.

IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LiFE OF YOUR

BATTERY, IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE

CHARGED BEFORE USE. FAILURE TO CHARGE

BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY

LIFE.

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

a 12volt battery charger. Observe all safety precautions

required for battery charging.

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

acid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or

iron free water.

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

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

wipe dry.

• Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occurred in handling.

• Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for

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

gallon plastic container. Stir with a wooden or plastic

paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of

more soda causes no more foaming.

Follow instructions on how to install battery.

CUT AWAY VIEW

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

,Assemble adjustment bolt, Iockwasherandflatwasher

loosely. Do not tighten.

°Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

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

(See Fig. 8).

° Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

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.

Reduce tirepressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting,results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower b ad_ drve belts n the Serv ce andAdjustments

VENTWELL ..... section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

BATTERY

CELL ACID

LEVEL

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 termF

rials. Before installing battery, remove

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

Lift seat to raised position.

• Open battery box door.

• Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals

toward front of unit.

Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

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

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

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

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

•Close battery box door.

Open battery box door for:

Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery.

•Jumping (if required).

•Periodic charging.

BATTERY

BOX DOO_

VENT CAPS

FIG. 5

BATTERY

BOX DOOR

POSITIVE NEGATIVE

(RED) CABLE (BLACK) CABLE

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL

FiG. 4

HF_X

BOLT

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 6 & 7)

Install two latch hooks, to mulcher plate using screw,

...... 4_a..s_er, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by insert-

ing weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

, Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown.

•Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

, Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove diseharg_

from mower. Raise and hold when

guard I

attaching mulcher plate and allow it to J

rest on plate while in operation. J

WELD NUT /

FROM THE TOP _/F

WELD LOCK

NUT WASHERsCREW\"

\\\ HOOK POINTS

DOWN

LATCH

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK /

WASHER \

WELD

', WASHER NUT

_""_SCREW

HOOK

FIG. 6

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. IMinimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

,," Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

¢' Al! tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

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

front-to-rear for best cutting results. 0-ires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

¢' Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

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

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

¢' Engine oil is at proper level.

¢' Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

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

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

f

FIG. 7

LATCH

HOOKS

10

0

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Comparethe illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself withthe locations ofvarious controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

UFTLEVER

ATTACHMENT PLUNGER

CLUTCH LEVER

LIGHT SWITCH

ATTACHMENT

LIFr LEVER

CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE [ ]

PEDAL

MOWER DECK

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

POSfflONS

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

IGNITION

SWITCH

FIG. 8

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE!CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH!BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to

your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

11

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. 9)

• Depress clutch!brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold vehicle secure.

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,

as described above, before leaving the

operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

THROTTLF.J

CHOKE

CONTROL.

LEVER

"DISENGAGED' •

POSITION

PARKING

BRAKE

"ENGAGED'

POSITION

IGNITION

KEY

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

"BRAKE"

POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

PEDAL "DRIVE = POSITION "DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 9

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES -

Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE -

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

Move gearshift lever to "NEUTRAL" position.

ENGINE -

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

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. 9)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch!brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

Move gearshift lever to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

iMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN I'HE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig, 8)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the

cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position.

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 are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and tyDes of grass being mowed.

, .. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. ...... The average lawn should be cut approximately 2-1/2 ......

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.

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.

12

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 off the engine.

+ Select desired height of cut.

- Engage mower by slowly moving attachment clutch

lever to "ENGAGED" position.

+ TO STOP MOWER - Move attachment clutch lever to

"DISENGAGED" position.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all tums 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.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, mulcher plate,

or the discharge guard in place.

ATrACHMENTCLUTCHLEVER

"DISENGAGED"POSITION"ENGAGED"

POSITION

A'I3"ACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

LOW

POSITION

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16)

• 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.

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

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

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

on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (see "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties sectMonin this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

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

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasolinewill increase carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

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

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

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

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

empty_ Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

•Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

hills_ spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

+ Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills, use gasoline near an open flame.

, If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to .....................

slower position.

° if stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

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

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

!3 ¸

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has

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

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking

brake.

- Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position:

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

- Move throttle control lever to "CHOKE" position for

cold engine start. For warm engine start, move

throttle control to "FAST" position.

• Tum ignition key clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run

starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds

per minute. If engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to "FAST" position,

wait a few minutes and try again.

-When engine starts, move throttle control to desired

position.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachment clutch.

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

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

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

Tire chains cannot be used when the mower ho(Js-

ing is attached to unit.

Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

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-

ming.

- Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

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

bution of clippings and more uniform cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by turning to the

right so that clippings 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).

• 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 height.

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

plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow

grass to dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing

to assure better mowing performance and proper

discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the mower

cutting performance as well as the quality of cut

desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recurring action of the

blades.

Avoid Cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass

tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching

action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the

newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

-For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so

that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the

grass blades (See Fig. 12). For extremely heavy

mulching, reduce your width of cut and mow slowly.

MAX 1/3-

FIG. 12

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may ....

....require that an-a.rea be muich_ a second time- to

completely hide the clippings. When doing a second

cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change you r cutting pattern from week to week: Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west

the next week, This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

FIG. 11 14

m

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

, ,, ,

CheckBrake Operation V_If

Check Tire Pressure V_ if

TCheck for LooseFasteners v'

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _##'4

LubricationChart !_ #_ t/

TCheck Battery Level/Recharge if

0 Clean Batteryand Terminals I V_Vs

F:_ Check Transmission Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _/'s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _##s

Check Engine Oil Level _## if

Change EngineOil _ t_t_,3

Clean Air Filter t_#'_

E

NClean Air Screen _2 __

GInspect Muffler/Spark Arrestor

IReplace Oil Filter (If equipped) V_,2

rN Clean EngineCooling Fins _'2

Replace Spark Plug if

ReplaceAir FilterPaper Cartridge _2

Replace Fuel Filier _I

1 - Change more often when operating under aheavy load or In high ambient temperatures. 3 _ If equipped with oil filter, change otl every 50 hours.

2- Service more often when operating In dirty or dusty Conditions. 4- Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

5 - If equipped with adjustable system,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or neg[igence. To

receive full varue from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need tO be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

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

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer.

(_ - FRONT WH EEL (_)

BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

(_ ATTACHM EN'

CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation ....

• Check tire pressure.

• Check for loose fasteners.

PIVOTS

15

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

(_)GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OILER GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS, VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRTTHAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

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

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

TIRES

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. The

blades can be sharpened with a file or on a grindingwheel.

We suggest they be sharpened or replaced after every 25

hours of mowing. Check blades more often if mowing in

sandy conditions.

•Do not attempt to sharpen blades while they are onthe

mower.

Replace bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

-Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

•Remove hex bolt, Iockwasherand flat washer securing

blade.

oInstall new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

Tighten bolt securely (30-35 R. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

F'ATWASHER

O,T O.ADEo "

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 13

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

."['hebladecan be sharpened with a file oron a grinding

wheel. Do notattempt to sharpen while onthe mower.

• To check blade barance, you will need a 5/8'_diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When usinga cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

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

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

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

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

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

CENTER HOLE

5/8"BOLT ..BLADE

ORPIN /

/

........................ FIG. 14

16

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

BATI'ERY (See Fig. 15)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use. However, pedodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend it's life.

,Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

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

water if necessary. Do not overfill.

CUT AWAY VIEW /VENT CAP

I _ VENT

L------J I-----.J , , I" WELL

ELL,O,O

LEVEL

FIG. 15

-Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

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

• Recharge at 6 amperes for ! hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS -

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of

baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to get

the soda solution into the cells.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright:

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jel[y.

• Reinstali battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 1O0 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 oil rated with API service

classification SG. Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

oF .20° 0o 32o60o 80° 100_

°C -29° -18 ° 0° 16° 27_ 38°

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

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used 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.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 16)

•Be sure vehicle is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

enter the engine when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking level. Besure

dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

OIL FILL

CAP/DiPSTICK

OILDRAIN

PLUG

RG. 16

17

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

AIR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER (See Fig.

17)

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by

using a dirty air filter. Cleanthe foam pre-cleaner element

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

dusty, dirty conditions.

, Remove knob and cover.

• Remove cartridge nut and replace cartridge.

• Reassemble and tighten securely.

NOTE: Do not 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-cleaner with clean engine oil.

Squeeze in towel to remove excess oi!. Do not satu-

rate.

• Install foam pre-cleaner over paper cartridge.

• Reassemble cover and secure with knobs.

COVER

KNOB

FIG. 17

AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18)

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

prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a

wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

STARTER

HOUSING

OIL FILL LK

DIPSTICK PLUG

ENGINE COOLING RNS

FIG. 18

MUFFLER

_nspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

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

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

Fuelfilter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel filter

becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-

placement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

,Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.

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

properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FUEL

FILTER

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18)

Remove any dust, dirt or o11from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating.

•Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent

entry of dirt.

FIG. 19

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILD-UP, GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING

AFTER EACH USE.

off engine: ......................

• Remove the screws securing the starter housing and

lift housing off engine.

• Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly

clean engine cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

Remove screws from blower housing arid !ift hous ng ". C!esn engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of ait gasoline,

oil, etc,

=Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water inengine

18 can result in a shortened engine life.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

iDepress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

®

Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 20)

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

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forwardto lower mower to its

lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower

out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, BOTH

SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVED FROM

TRACTOR.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 20)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

•Slide mower under tractor withdischarge guardto right

side of tractor.

•Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

•Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

NO'rE: The mower clutch rod has a trunnionthat has been

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

NOTMOVETHETRUNNIONONTHECLUTCH 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.

SEE NOTE ABOVE

W/i, I

CLUTCH

ROD

CORRECT TRUNNION

POSI_IIOfl

CLUTCH LEVER

RETAINER

SPRING

SUSPENSION

ARMS

RETAINER

SPRINGS

(bothsid_)

FIG. 20

19

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 adiust your

mower.

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

to make the following adjustment. Simi!ar blocks measur-

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

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs.21 and 22) -

• 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 'q-O ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in

Operation section of this manual).

oOn 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 fastener.

• Repeat procedure on other side of tractor.

• Raise mower with attachment lift control and remove

blocks from under mower.

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

DECK (Use wood 2 × 4's or equiv.)

MOWER MUST BE IN LOWEST HEIGHT OF CUT POSITION

FIG. 21

ADJUSTABLE PIVOT

BRACKET

SUSPENSION ARM

FASTENERS

PULL DOWN AND

TIGHTEN REAR

FASTENER FIRST

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) -

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

THE FOLLOWENG FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BESURE 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 ad usted so that the front is approximately 1/4" to

3/4" lower than the rear when the mower s n its highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "D" directly infront 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, adjust 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.

_x _%_ \ Io oo, MANDREL

\\ t" oo:>:

FIG. 23

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

:i:...........

'E"

NUT"F

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

FIG. 24

FIG. 22 20

HH''r_I 'll"" '"H _ Ul m

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 25)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without

tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking

brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide

decal on the mower housing.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to

its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

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

belt guides.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

N_T "A"

NUT

'_ PERATING

ARM

FIG. 26

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

ENGINE PULLEY

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 25

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 26)

Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

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

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod.

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

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

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

• Engage parking brake and recheck distance.

• Road test unit for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

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

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See

Fig. 27)

Park the tractor on level area. Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" inthis

section of this manual).

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

•Remove belt from engine pulley.

,, Roll belt over top of transaxle pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTED

IN THIS MANUAL.

FRAME

TRANSAXLE

PULLEY

CLUTCHIN(

STATIONARY

IDLER ENGINE

PULLEY

FIG. 27

21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned st raight forward, removesteer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE'IN/CAMBER

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

your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See

Fig. 28)

*Block up axle securely.

, Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

o Repair tire and reassemble.

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

and axle. Insert squarekey.

- Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove:

= Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

Q

AXLECOVER

I

_. SQUAREKEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 28

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig, 29)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

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

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WiTH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

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

against chassis.

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

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

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

CHASSIS G ROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and fully charged

battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

POSITIVE TERMINAL

................ .................... POSITIVE TERMINAL "

NEGATIVE TERMINAL

CABLES

CHARGED

BA'FrERY

!

NEGATIVE TERMINAL

FIG. 29

22

Fir

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 30)

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

fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly

in front of the dash.

FUSE

HOLDER

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

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

grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

•Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running or prevent it from starting.

°Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in Repair

Parts section of this manual.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 31)

i _ CAUTION: Muffler is hot. Be careful !

when removing retainer spdngs from

hood pivot brackets.

°Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Remove retainer springs from hood pivot brackets.

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

forward and lift off of tractor.

•To reinstall, slide hood pivot brackets into slots in

frame. Replace retainer springs.

o Reconnect headlight wire connector and close hood.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

REMOVE

RETAINER

SPRINGS

FIG. 31

23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THRO'I-rLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 32)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Checkadjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

,, With engine not running, move throttle control lever

from "SLOW" to "CHOKE" posit_on. Slowly move lever

from "CHOKE" to "FAST" position.

,, Checkthat holes "A" in governorcontro! leverand hole

in governor plate line-up. If holes "A" are not aligned,

Ioosenclamp screw and movethrottle cable until holes

are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

GOVERNOR

CONTROLLEVER GOVERNOR

CONTROLPLATE

HOLES"A" CLAMP

SCREW THROTTLE

CABLE

FINAL SE-I-rING -

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

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

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

finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

• While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

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

gine beginsto die and then turn out (cou nterclockwise)

until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway

between those two positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

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

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture

valveout (counterclockwise) 1/8turn. Repeattest and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler-

ates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust -

damage may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDINGTHE 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 EXPERTENCE TO MAKE ANY

NECESSARY ADJ USTM ENTS.

FIG. 32

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate for differences infuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

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

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

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

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

aricher fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND

THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

THROTTLE IDLE SPEED

LEVER SCREW

J

J

- Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu-

retor when making carburetor adjustments ........... IDLEMIXTURE .....

" Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly VALVE

(see above). FIG. 33

- With engine off turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise)

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise ) 1 full turn.

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

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

__fore sCAU'FION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside abuilding

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

toring in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

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

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

clean, dry area.

Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" inthe Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

oInspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

place ment instructionsinthe Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving partsfordamage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BA'n'ERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

=After aperiod 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 batterycleaned thoroughly (see"TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

.After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO;

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DLIRING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

-Drain the fuel tank.

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

carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative 'in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (withengine warm)and replace with clean engine

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug(s).

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

cylinder(s).

• Turn ignitionkey to"START" position for a few seconds

to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

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

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

protection from dust and dirt.

° Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

25

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged widng.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out ef adjustment.

NTS

1. Dirtyairtiiter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weakordead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose er 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 wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(ee).

1. Fill 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 an authorized serVice facility.

10. Contact an authorized serVice facility.

ii

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fue! tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Contact an authorized serVice facility.

8. Contact an authorized serVice facility.

1. Weakordead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check]replace ignition switch.

8. Check]replace solenoid orstarter.

9,

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check]replace solenoid or starter.

Contact an authorized service facility.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

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

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

2. Adjust throttle control:

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Dirty air filter,

5. Low oil leve!/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/tins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

!. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3: Loose/dam age d part(_',

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tankand refill with fresh gasoline.

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

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

tl. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Cleanlreplace muffler.

13. Checkall wiring.

14. Contact an authorized service facility.

15. Contact an authorized service facility.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2t Rep!aceblade mandre. ....

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

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. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

=,_ lr ==,_ n= w

PROBLEM

Engine continues torun

when operstorleavesseat

with at_chment_utch

engaged

Poor cut -uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

!

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loess blade.

2. Mower 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.

m

CORRECTION

1. Check widng, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized service facility.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade holt.

2. Level mowerdeck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent boles.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Wom/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too stow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

1. Remove obstnJction.

2. Replace mower dr_ve belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1. Place throttle cor_trol in "FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. A]Iow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Checktires for proper air pressure.

6. Reptacelsharpen blade. 3qghten blade bolt.

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

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup el

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Switch is "0 FF".

2. Bulb(e) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery celi(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

lt. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Checldreplace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. CheokJc_ean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

Move throttle control to 'SLOW' position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

27

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SERVICE NOTES

28

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ==MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

SCHEMATIC

_7

BLACK

÷Ill--

RED ollio

BATTERY

RED

WHITE

IGNITION SWITCH

FUSE 30 AMP.

| .....

II

RED !

I

I=I

I _ I

SOLENOID

BLACK

I I - 1

l 7-

L) I I II

I j III

If-., I .,-_. I

CLUTCH/BRAKE I

(PEDALUP) I(CLUTCH OFF)

BLACK

BLACK

(_ IGNITIONUNIT

STARTER

I I

II

I I BLACK

t_ I

SEAT

SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

SPARK

PLUG

RED

3AMPS DO

@ 3600 RPM

(BATTERY IN LINE)

ALTERNATOR

" 20 VOLTS AC (MIN.)

iGNITION SWITCH

POS|TION CIRCUIT

OFF M + G

ON B+L

START B + S

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED

WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR

SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE BA-I-FERY,

BUT HAVE THEIR OWN

ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHT-

NESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL

CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED.

AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM.

AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP,

THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME

THEIR BRIGHTEST.

ORA.GE CL

"_" 5AMPS ALTERNATOR

@ 11 VOLTS AC @ SSGORPM.

L

IF

b

D

P

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

............ _ ........................... ,"-/"7

NOTE: If wiring ;nsulated clips were re-

NON-REMOVABLE _4_-- REMOVABLE moved for servicing of unit, they should

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS be replaced to properly secure your wiring.

29

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

ELECTRICAL

A B

12 13

C D EF32 33

0 35 37 \

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REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1121265X

2 STD365402

3124211X

4 132653

54207J

6 132202

7 4799J

8 129965

9 109596X

10 109081X

11 STD551125

12 73350400

13 74780408

14 STD551225

15 STD541425

16 131563

17 109553X

18 STD601005

19 !04445X

20 STD601005

Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 21 121305X

Starter Swtc 22 121264X

Nut ignition 23 74760412

Harness Ign B&s Fender HI 24 STD551025

Cable Ground 6ga 12 black 25 STD551125

Cable Battery 6 Ga 43"red 26 STD541025

Cable Battery 6ga 11"red 27 109310X

Case Battery Hng Mech W/lid 2B 108824X

Clamp Hose Olive 29 109238X

Solenoid 30 123620X

Lockwasher 31 110712X

Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc 32 127441X

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20uncx1/2 Gr5 33 7662J

Washer 34 108236X

Nut 35 STD601005

Cover Termina! Red 36 130890

Switch Intlk Clutch Red 4 Term 37 STD601005

Screw

Switch lntlk Clutch Red 2 Term

Screw

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Caps Battery 20/25/30 Amp

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

Washer

Washer

Nut

Key Ign Molded Craftsman

Fuse 30 Amp Auto Green

Tube Plastic 12"

Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text Sit

Switch Light BIk BIk Red

Harness ,_JocketLight

Bulb Light #1141

Bracket Switch Clutch

Screw

Bracket Switch interlock

Screw

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917,255581

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

ABD E F GI K L

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 135034 Chassis Weldment 22 124479X

2130805 Drawbar 11 Ga 46 5"wheel Base 23 4921H

3 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt 24 STD523707

6 126595X010 Saddle Silkscreened 25 19131312

7 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt 26 STD541437

8 126471X Clip insulated 406 Mtg Hole 27 17490808

9 126604X010 Dash Silkscreened Sears Eng 28 126741X

10 5479J Plug Button BIk 359 Dia 29 124029X

11 135464 Panel Pnt Dash Lh 30 126599X459

12 121794X Cover Access Black Square 31 109873X

13 124031X012 Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment 32 17490612

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-18xl/2 Ty-tt 33 105465X459

15 74180512 Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18uncx3/4 34 105464X459

16 STD541431 Nut 35 STD533707

17 131445X459 Hood Asm Pnt Weld Dover Slpe 36 STD541437

18 126938X Bumper Hood 37 105466X

19 STD512505 Screw 38 134775

20 STD551125 Washer 39 134774

21 122933X Rivet Ratchet Nylon

Washer Nylon BIk 28x 75x 19

Retainer Spring

Bolt

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Nut

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

Grille Black

Lens Headlight Bar Clear

Fender Pnt

Bracket Pnt Fender

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

Footrest Pnt Lh

Footrest Pnt Rh (dover Gray)

Bolt

Nut

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman

Bracket, Assembly, Pivot R.H.

Bracket, Assembly, Pivot L.H.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR '- MODEL NUMBER 917,255581

DRIVE

KEY PART ;, KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 120898X Transaxle 6 sp. Dana 4360-7 50 STD523715

2 110422X Spring Extension Brake 51 STD541437

3 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18"tires 52 STD551037

4 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 53 105710X

5 121520X Strap Torque Rh Pnt BIk 54 STD561210

6 17490512 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 X 3/4 Tyt 55 105709X

8 127270 Lever Shift Weld Pnt 56 STD561210

10 76020416 Pin Cotter 57 130801

11 105701X Washer Shift Plate 58 127274X

12 19151216 Washer 15/32x3/4x16Ga. 59 104777X

13 71040412 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-28unfx3/4 Gr8 60 19131312

14 STD551125 Washer 61 17490612

17 121250X Strap Pnt Torque Lh 62 8883R

18 S'i'D523707 Bolt 63 134825

19 STD541437 Nut 64 71170764

20 17490512 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt 65 STD551143

21 106933X Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc Thds BIk 68 129921

22 130804 Rod, Brake 67 STD523710

23 STD541437 Locknut 68 19131312

24 STD541237 Nut 69 STD541437

25 106888X Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 70 134683

26 STD551037 Washer 71 STD523710

27 STD581210 Pin 72 19132012

28 128904 Rod Brake Parking Lt 73 STD541437

29 124236X Cap Parking Brake Red 74 109502X

30 130807 Bracket Mtg Transaxle 75 121749X

31 127275X Keeper Belt Lh Lt 14 Ga 76 STD581075

32 STD523107 Bolt 77 123583X

33 STD541431 Nut 78 121748X

34 122424X Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 1 930 80 131488

35 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 81 136932

36 STD551062 Washer 82 123782X

37 STD571810 Roll Pin 83 19171216

38 123674X Pulley Idler Flat 84 132182

39 STD523727 Bolt 85 73530400

40 4470J Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp 86 71208

41 109070X Keeper Belt Retainer 87 1'9212016

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga 88 12000008

43 STD541437 Nut 89 131636

44 105706X Bearing, Nylon 90 t24346X

45 110812X Washer Hardened 91 STD523707

46 12000039 Ring Klip #t5304-50 100 17490612

47 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Ptastic

48 123789X Bellcrank Asm

49 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring

Bolt

Nut

Washer

Link Clutch 766

Pin

Spring Return Clutch 6 75

Fill

V-bett Ground Drive 95 25

Keeper Belt Rh Lt PntJzinc 16g

Retainer Belt Chassis Lh Zinc

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

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

Cover Pedal BIk Round

Pulley Engine

Bolt Fin Hex 7/1 6-20 x 4 Gr.5

Washer

Keeper Belt Engine Lh Lt

Bolt

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Nut

Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh

Bolt

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

Nut

Spacer Split 80 X 94

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

E Ring

Key Square 2 0 X 1845/1865

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

Arm, Shift

Shaft Asm., Cross Stretch

Spring Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Rod Tie Shft. Adj. Ball

Nut, Nylock

Bushing Pivot

Washer

Ring, E

Console Shift 6sp W/ign Lt

Nut Self-thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

Bolt

Screw Thdrol 3/8 - 16 x 3/4

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 133741

2 131450

3 135227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 130468

11 STD551137

12 73610600

13 110438X

14 74011056

15 73601000

16 !32624

17 132614

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

21 S'1"D551125

22 71070410

23 127501

Wheel Steering 24 109816X

Axle Asm Front 25 124036X

Spindle Asm Lh 26 12000029

Spindle Asm Rh 27 124034X

Bearing Race Thrust Harden 28 6266H

Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 29 17490612

Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 30 STD551137

Ring Klip #t5304-75 31 73610600

Bearing Col Strg BIk 32 130465

Link DragSol Ball Jt 20 064 33 120754X

Lockwasher 34 19131416

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf 35 STD561210

Spacer Bearing Axle Front 36 132196

Bolt Hex 5/8-11 Unc X 3-1/2 37 STD811005

Nut Hex Jam Lk W/wh 5/8-11 Unc 38 133742

Pin Axle 5/8 X1 55/1 54Lg 39 19133808

Shaft Asm Strg 5/8 X 15 19 Lt 40 STD541537

Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 41 104820X

-Support Shaft 42 124417X

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

Washer 44 121748X

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

Shaft Asm Pittman 46 121232X

Nyliner Snap In

Bracket Steering

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Gear Sector

BearingRace Thrust Harden

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

Lockwasher

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech

Bushing Rod Tie BIk Lt

Washer 13/32 X 7/6 X 16ga

Pin

Bushing Strg 5/8 Id Dash

Screw

Insert Cap Strg Wh Au Gen BIk

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

Gripco NUt

Adaptor Wheel Strg 640/635id

Boot Shaft Steering

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

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

Ring Klip #t530_-_75

Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk

NOTE: A(I component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

9

10

11

12

13

14

1127438X Seat V-450 BIIdred Craftsman 15 134300 Spacer Split 2B X 88 Zinc

2 126656X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 16 i21250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

3 STD523707 Bolt 17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

4 19131210 Washer13/32 X 3/4 X10 Ga 18 STD511005 Screw

5 2751R Clip Line Fuel 13/32 Mtg Hole 19 73951000 Nut Keps #10-32 Unf

6 STD541437 Nut 20 4171R Clip insulated 11/32 Mtg Hole

7124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 21 105529X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Blkz

8 17490616- ScrewTIidroi 318-16 X i ryLtt ......... 22 STD541431 Nut

19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 23 74780814 Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5

131451

121251X

121246X

121248X

72050411

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Strip Foam Gray Or Black

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

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

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga

25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

26 STD551150 Lockwasher

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

9 13 18 6 3 7 19 5 7 4 10

11 15 8

2

14

12 16 13

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 108456X Decal Instruction Operat Eng 12 109199X

2 127908 Decal Eng 12 5hp Ic Gold Craft 13 131473

3 128381 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman Lt4000 14 130981

4 128382 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman Lt4000 15 121343X

5132874 Decal Grille Lt4000 Craft Usa 16 3713J

6 133644 Decal Maint Cust Sears Domesti 17 133179

7 136332 Decal Panel Side I/c Gold Wht 18 132268

8 133178 Decal Mower 3 In One Conv 19 131265

9 128314 Decal Fender Craftsman White -- 135828

10 133796 Decal Caution English

11 4900J Decal Clutch/brake English

WHEELS & TIRES

i,g

11

DESCRIPTION

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E

Decal Chassis 6sp 42"

Decal V-belt Schematic 42"eng

Decal Danger English

Decal Rota Blades English

Decal Mower Qc System

Decal Insr Wh Strg Crafts Usa

Decal, Lightbox Grill

Manual Owners

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap Valve Tire

2 65139 Stem Valve

3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

4 59904 Tube Front (Service Item Only)

5 106732X311 Rim Asm 6"front White Service

6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Whee! Only)

7 9040H .... Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only)

8 106108X311 Rim Asm 8"rear White Service

9 106268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 C Service

10 7152J Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

11 104757X Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER

ENGINE

917.255581

1

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36 F 32

37

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Spark Arrester

B C D F_. F G H

2 9 6 17 35 24

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19

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

ENGINE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

! 132759 Control Throt Rh BIk Pd115 10 21 STD551025

217720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 22 123650X

3 131953 Engine B&s 12 5 Icq Dual 1 Vt 23 128953X

4 125610X Muffler Exhaust B&s Lt Dom 24 STD601005

5101326L Deflector Muffler # 222573 25 124027X

6 17030808 Screw Spiderloc Hexhd#Sxl/2 Ab 26 17030808

7 STD551025 Washer 27 105037X

8 STD551125 Washer 29 121851X

9 STD522510 Bolt 30 127057X

10 STD541031 Nut 31 109202X

11 STD551131 Lockwasher 32 123549X

12 71070510 Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x5/8 33 123487X

13 125593X Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated 34 124028X

14 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3" 35 17490412

15 13200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree3/8-18 Npt 36 19091416

16 STD551237 Washer 37 101335K

17 17490620 • ScrewThdrol 3/8-16x1-1/4 Tytt 38 - - -

18 105736X Shield Pnt Heat

19 105839X Receptacle _/4 Turn Dacrotized

20 105838X Retainer 1/4 Turn 365odx 222id

Washer

Stud 1/4 Turn (replaces 105751

Shield Pnt Heat Browning Grass

Screw

Shield Pnt Heat Hood U

Screw Spiderloc Hexhd#Sxl/2 Ab

Strip Foam 16

Arrestor Spark

Pinch Weld Hood Black 2 00

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Line Fuel 9 50"

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9!7.255581

42" MOWER DECK 83

45

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12

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87 90 89

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

42" MOWER DECK

KEY PART

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

130970

130969

110485X

128774

133172

6 129895

7134149

8 129962

9 STD551137

10 850857

11 128961

12 130968

13 131491

14 131267

15 110452X

16 123713X

17 19111016 '

18 105304X

19 S'1"D541431

20 STD533106

21 STD624008

22 127218

23 73350800

24 130171

25 73800800

26 135388

27 135563

28 130832

29 134619

33 133844

34 78158

35 129963

36 129861

37 73050900

38 STD533717

39 133943

40 131494

41 122052X

42 19131612

43 133502

44 133503

45 S'i-D541437

46 72110618

47 133835

48

Housing Asm Mower 42" 49

V-belt Mower 42" 92 40 50

Bearing Ball Mandrel 51

Housing Mandrel Vented (machd) 52

Shaft Asm Mandrel 53

_nc_udes Key #6) 54

earing Ball #6204 (mandrel) 55

Blade 42"mower Mulching 56

Washer Hard Blade Mower Vented 57

Lockwasher 58

Bolt 3/8-24xl 25 Gr8 Patched 59

Stripper Mower Vented 60

Shield Deflector 42' Black 61

Rod Hinge 42"6 75 Wig 62

Bracket Deflector Mower 42" 63

Nut Push Phos & Oil 64

Spring Torsion Deflector 2 52 65

Washer 11/32 x 5/8x 16 Ga 66

Cap Sleeve 80x 112 BIk Mower 67

Nut 68

Bolt 69

Ret Spring 70

Link Front 71

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric 72

Trunnion BIk Zinc 73

Nylon Washer Ins Nut 1/2-t3 Unc 74

Link Lift Rh 75

Pin Spring Sltd 5/16 x 750 76

Arm Suspension Rear 77

Link Lift Lh 78

Arm Asm Idler 42" 79

Bolt 5/16-18 x 1 25 T/t 80

Washer Spacer Mower Vented 81

Pulley Mandrel 42" 82

Nut 9!16top Lock Flng Oil Dip 83

Bolt 84

Washer Hardened 85

Pulley idler Flat 86

aaCerRetainer Pm Mower 87

sher 13/32 x I x 12 Ga 88

Spacer Arm Idler Upper Hdn 42" 89

Stiffener Arm Idler Upper 42" 90

Nut

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Fastner Christmas Tree

131340

133940

STD541410

1O5529X

131845

133944

131335

133551

STD560907

133504

134238

133550

STD541237

1332O5

STD624003

17720410

127498

13! 870

127847

128903

12000029

121748X

127845

106932X

133573

128759

STD581062

19211416

122507X

1O5767X

120183X

122514X

122512X

122364X

122365X

125631 X

134753

134079

71161010

10071000

1906! 216

2029J

130758

133171

130794

Bolt Shldr 10-24 Zinc Gr 5 4-"_

Roller Asm Cam Follower 42"dec

Nut

Bolt Shoulder 5/1 6-18 Unc Blkz

Arm Asm Brake Pad

Washer Hardened Smaller

Spring Extension

Rod Pivot W/nibs

Cotter Pin

Rod Clutch Secondary W/nibs

Guard Mandrel Lh 42"

Rod Clutch Primary W/nibs

Nut

Trunnion Adj 3/8-16 Unc x 1 30

Retainer

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

Bushing_ 747 Od x 794 Lg Brass

Spring Return

Arm Clutch Secondary

Bolt Shoulder 3/8-16 Unc 1 44

Ring Klip #t5304-75

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

Keeper Spring 4 000

Knob Rd 3/8-16 Plstc Thds BIk

Arm Asm Clutch Primary

Spring Clutch Mower 2 750 Zinc

E Ring

Washer 21/32 x 7/8 x 16ga

Shaft Asm Pnt Lft W/wo/inf Hgt

Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc

Bearing Nylon BIk 629 ld

Rod Asm Lever 9 219 Bend Stake

Spring Cprsn 3 750 Oiled

Plunger Lever Lift

Button Plunger Red

Grip Handle Fluted BIk

Bracket Stiffener

Cover 42" mulcher

Screw

Washer Lock #10

Washer #10

Nut Weld

Latch Assembly

Deck Assembly Complete

Mandrel Asm (Includes Key #'s 5-

8,10-12 39 And 41)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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FOOTF_JDANA "rRANSAXLE =MODEL NUMBER 4360=7

20 21

26

27

37

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36

54

31

32

33

19

41

35 19

44

45

55 46

56 47

57

59

56 55

48

49

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50 51 19

58 60

59

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12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER4360-7

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

120458X

2274J

3 68003

4 105904X

5 105905X

6 120460X

7 120461X

8 120462X

120463X

120464X

120465X

120466X

83818

120467X

9 2286J

10 22.67J

11 3413J

2233J

2232J

2231J

2230J

2229J

2228J

2227J

2226J

105906X

12 6725J

13 120415X

14 2257J

15 110077X

16 110076X

17 105909X

18, 105910X

19 105911X

20 108976X

21 105913X

22 120468X

23 2242J

24 120469X

25 2244J

26 105916X

27 120470X

28 110070X

29 108977X

3O 109254X

31 120405X

32 108980X

33 120406X

34 10B455X

35 105925X

36 2232J

.... 37 108978X ....

38 110079X

39 12047iX

40 120472X

Housin& Upper

Screw,Tapping, Large

1/4-20 x.734

Ball, Detent

Spring, Detent

Screw, Set

Shifter Assembly

O-Ring

* Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .006

* Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .010

* Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .015

* Washer Plain .505 x .942 x .020

* Washer Plain .505 x .942 x .026

* Washer Plain .505 x .942 x .030

* Washer Plain .505 x .942 x .040

Ring, Retaining

Ring, Retaining

* Washer. Plain .632 x 1.00 x .010

* Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .020

* Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .026

* Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .031

* Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .036

* Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .041

* Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .046

* Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x .050

*Washer Plain .632 x 1.00 x.060

* Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .082

O-Ring

Washer, Plain .632 x 1.38 x .046

Key, Woodruff #9

Assembly, Kit, Input Shaft

Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth

Ring, Retaining

Chain, 24 Pitches

Bearing, Flange

Gear, Spur, 14 Teeth

Collar, Clutch

Key, Clutch

Key, Woodruff

Shaft, [ntermediate

Key, Woodruff #61

Ring, Retaining

Sprocket, 18 Teeth

Spacer

Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 35 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth

Washer, Plain .640 x 1.37 x .061

Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .026

Spacer .630 ×t .00 x-.169

Assembly, Gear, Combination of

12 Teeth and 35 Teeth

Shaft, Idler

Spacer .635 x,875 x .755

41 105928X

42 110084X

43 108983X

105930X

105931X

105932X

3417J

106097X

2264J

106098X

2265J

106586X

106587X

106588X

2263J

44 120473X

45 105933X

46 106151X

47 120407X

48 106589X

49 120408)(

50 105937X

51 2226J

52 2272J

53 2263J

54 1204747,

55 110081X

56 105941X

57 110071X

58 120952X

59 110082X

60 120475X

61 120476X

62 120961X

63 7294J

64 108989X

65 120953X

66 120954)(

67 120955X

68 108992X

69 108996X

70 120956X

71 73810500

72 106596X

73 120993X

74 120951X

75 120416X

Sprocket, 9 Teeth

Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth

*Washer, Plain .758 x 1.12 x .010

*Washer Plain .758 x 1.12 x .015

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.12 x.020

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.12 x .025

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .020

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .025

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .031

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .035

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .040

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .045

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .050

* Washer Plain .758 x1.25 x .055

* Washer Plain .758 x 1.25 x .062

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth

Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .060

Seal, Felt

Washer, Plain .758 x 1.25 x .062

Axle, Left Hand

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Axle, Right Hand

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping, Large

5/16-18 x 2.25

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain .321 x 1.00 x .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Locknut 5/16-24

Screw, Tapping, Large

5/16-18 x 1.44

Washer, Plain .343 x .81 x.059

Puck, Friction

Grease

*'k

Use In Various Combinations To Maintain Proper

Clearances ......

Order Key Number 15

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0437-01

307

837

14

1021 1020

*SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTALL.

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219

1358 GASKETSET

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663

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524

REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0437-01

965 53

52. i

164

I21 CARBURE'f'OR OVERHAUL KIT

131

130

141

,_ 618

105

125

535 1711

224 445

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REPAIR PARTS:

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0437-01

3Q9 _1o Housing Length '-_

803

80t

NOTE:

To Identify Brlggs and Stretton manufactured

starter motors, measure the housing length.

KEY NUMBER 309 310 31t 510 544 801 802 803

Motor and Thru Bolt Brush Drive Armature Drive End Cap End Cap Assy. Housing

Drive Assy. Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Commutator Assembly

395538 490421** 390837 394856 395537* 398159

MANUFACTURER

Briggs & Housing

Stratton Length

12V 3-21/32 =494325 94003

*Includes Brush Set

**includes #398003 Clutch Assembly

#280104 Gear

#490467 Retainer and Pin

#94288 Roll Pin

(Key Number 513)

(Key Number 783)

(Key Number 876)

(Key Number 896)

4B2 /27

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REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -=MODEL NUMBER 917.255581

BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE oMODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0437-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 490450

2 261623

3 391086

5 494240

7 271866

8 391406

9 27803

10 94621

11 280100

12 271916

271997

271996

13 94622

14 93415

15 94239

16 49O466

94196

18 494238

20 291675

22 94624

23 492326

24 222698

25 394661

394662

394663

394664

26 391780

392331

391781

391782

391783

27 260924

28 299691

391286

29 490348

490469

31

32

33

34

35

36

37,

40

41

42

45

46

51

52

53

75

222299

92909

262246

262247

65906

26828

223752

221596

292260

93630

262248

212897

281170

270872

94637

224O61

Cylinder Assembly 78 93805

Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special 95 94098

Tools For Installation) 98 494382

* Seal, Oil 104 231789

Head, Cylinder 105 231790

* Gasket, Cylinder Head 106 281169

Breather Assembly 108 224540

Gasket, Valve Cover 118 494383

Screw, Sems 121 494384

Tube, Breather

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover 1/64" 123 94616

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .005" 125 494392

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009"

Screw, Cylinder Head 3" 130 224539

Screw, Cylinder Head 3/4" 131 494379

Plug, Oil Drain 133 494381

Crankshaft 137 281165

Key,'lqming Gear 138 281164

Base, Engine 141 494380

* Seal, Oil 142 231793

Screw, Sems, Base Mounting 494499

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly,

Magneto

Key, Rywheel 147 231794

Piston Assembly, Standard 164 213811

Piston Assembly .010" Oversize 171 281051

Piston Assembly .020" Oversize 187 393815

Piston Assembly .030" Oversize 188 93535

Ring Set, Piston, Standard 201 262767

Ring Set, Piston, Chrome, Standard 209 260871

Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize 216 262766

Ring Set, Piston .020" Oversize 219 490815

Ring Set, Piston .030" Oversize

Lock, Piston Pin 222 494887

Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard

Pin Assembly, Piston .005" Over 224 94513

Rod Assembly, Connecting 225 231058

Rod Assembly, Connecting 227 493935

.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 230 222450

Lock, Connecting Rod Screw 232 262785

Screw, Connecting Rod 240 394358

Valve, Exhaust 265 221535

Valve, Intake 284 94419

Spring, Intake Valve 284A 94326

Spring, Exhaust Valve 304 224504

Guard, Flywheel 305 94619

Retainer, Intake Valve

Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve 306 224545

Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoil 307 94623

Tappet-Valve 308 491490

Gear, Cam

Screw, Sems

** Screw, Throttle

Screw, Idle Speed

** Pin, Float Hinge

** Valve Assembly, Inlet Needle

Inlet Valve Seat

Valve, Choke

** Valve, Needle

Carburetor Overhaul Kit (Includes

Items marked ** and ***)

Screw, Elbow Mounting

Carburetor Assembly

(Choke-A-Matic)

Valve, Throttle

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Float, Carburetor

*** Gasket, Float Bowl

*** Washer, Float Bowl Screw

** Shaft and Lever, Choke

** Nozzle/Jet, Carburetor

High Altitude Kit:

231796 Pilot Jet, High Altitude

281164 Seal, Bowl Screw

** Pilot, Jet

Carburetor, Elbow

Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting

Line, Fuel, 11 (Cut To Suit)

Screw, Sems 3/4"

Link, Governor

Spring, Governor

Link, Choke

Oil Slinger, Governor Gear and

Bracket Assembly

Plate, Governor Control

_Choke-A-Matic)

crew, Sem, Air Cleaner

Crank, Governor, 1/4" Diameter

Lever Assembly, Governor

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

Spring, Governor Link

Filter, Fuel

Clamp, Casing

Screw, Clamp Mounting

Screw, Air Cleaner

Housing, Blower, Red

Screw, Sems, Blower Housing

Mounting

Shield, Cylinder

Screw, Sems, Cylinder Shield Mtg.

Cover, Cylinder Head

*** Gasket, Carburetor * Included in Gasket Set (494241)

(Carburetor to Etbow) ** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

* Gasket, Carburetor Ihcluded iii b0th Carburetor OVerhaUl Kit (494384)

(Elbow to Cylinder) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494386)

Stud, Carburetor Mounting

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

12.5 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR' -MODEL NUMBER 917o255581

BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0437=01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO; DESCRIPTION

309 ---

332 92284

333 492341

334 93381

337 802592

346 93705

356 494328

358 494241

363 19203

383 89838

422 223721

423 93984

445 493909

455 222561

467 493903

468 222562

474 393474

482 93621

523 490327

524 68838

525 280741

535 272403

537 281106

552 231597

562 92613

592 231082

601 93053

611 494451

614 93306

615 93307

618 262803

634 281168

634A 491323

634B 281167

635 66538

646 224486

657 93496

Motor, Starting, 12 Volt (see chart 663 94620

on illustrated pages for replacement 668 280848

parts for Starting Motors) 726 392134

Nut, Hex

Armature, Magneto 727 490324

Screw, Seres, Armature Mounting

Plug, Spark, (1-7/8" or 47 mm) 728 93535

(Resistor Type) 729 281159

Screw, Hex Head 741 262135

Wire, Ground 757 212359

Gasket Set (Includes all items 758 399891

marked *) 759 298909

Puller, Flywheel 761 93875

Wrench, Spark PILIg 837 231109

Clamp, Oil FillerTube 842 270920

Screw, Sems 847 490474

Cartridge, Air Cleaner 851 221798

Cup, Screen Mounting "'869--261463

Knob, Air Cleaner 870 210940

Screen, Flush Rotating 871 261961

Stator, Alternator, Dual Circuit 872 281104

Screw, Seres 875 494237

Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 877 393456

Seal, Filler Tube

Tube, Oil Filler 955 94642

Element, Air Cleaner 965 94108

* O-Ring, Air Cleaner 975 494378

Bushing, Governor Crank, 1/4" I.D. 977 494386

Bolt, Governor Lever

Nut, Hex #10-24 987 281166

Clamp, Fue! Pipe 1005 280687

Fuel Inlet Tube 1006 223726

Cotter, Hair Pin 1020 262243

Retainer, E-Ring 1021 94160

Spring, Choke Return

** Seal, Choke Shaft

*Seal, Governor

Washer, Throttle Shaft

Elbow, Spark Plug

Brace, Air Cleaner

Screw, Sems

Screw, Hex Head

Spacer

Gear, Ring (includes Mounting

Pads)

Cover, Starter (Includes Mounting

Screws)

Screw, Seres

Clip, Lead Wire

Gear, Timing

Link, Counterweight

Counterweight Assembly

Pin, Counterweight

Screw, Counterweight

Spacer, Muffler Mounting

Seal, Oil Filler Cap

Fill Group, Oil

Terminal, Ignition Cable

Seat, Intake Valve, Standard

Seat, Exhaust Valve, Standard

Guide, Exhaust Valve

Cover, Air Cleaner

Body, Air Cleaner

Diode and Connector Assembly,

Dual Circuit

** Screw, Fuel Bowl

Locknut, Air Cleaner Mounting

Bowl Assembly, Carburetor

Carburetor Gasket Kit (Includes

items marked ***)

** Seal, Throttle Shaft

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer, Fan

Eccentric

Pin, Eccentric

* Included in Gasket Set (494241),

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

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

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494386)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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i

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

I""

SIGHTING

IIDE

ONLY RiDE UPAND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15 ° MAX.

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

Ii_ greater than 15°.), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I

aiJy to prevent t=pping or !oss of control, Exercise extreme J

!!] caut=on when changing direction on slopes. J

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.255581

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

[RgFTSMRN

12.5 HP I/C

ELECTRIC START

3 in One Convertible

42" MOWER DECK

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

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

number.

The modet 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 TRACT'OR

•MODEL NUMBER- 917.255581

°ENGINE MODEL NUMBER- 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0437-01

•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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