Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; A WARNING A
A SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers A IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow a...
Page 3 - PRODUCT SPECIRCATSOMS; AGREEMENT; RESPONSIBILITIES
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department. We ...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; INDEX
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES... .............................................................. 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS........ .......... ........ ............... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES..........................3,15 -19 WARRANTY...................................................................
Page 5 - ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. ENGINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMANCE Sears o...
Page 6 - CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Seat Mulcher Plate Steering Wheel Steering Boot Video Cassette Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder Bolts Steering Wheel Adapter ^ \ (2) Washers 3/8 w j X 7/8 X 14 Gauge (2) Gauge ^(2) Center- Wheels lock Nut...
Page 7 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON; BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembied at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper ti...
Page 10 - OPERATIOM; S TO P; P I
OPERATIOM These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product., Learn and understand their meaning. n a X I 4 I '-P BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW © S TO P \_/ 1 a| a ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF P I \1 ijjif © FU...
Page 11 - OPERATION; KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments,. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety s...
Page 12 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacle...
Page 13 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing 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 <■ Lower mower with at...
Page 14 - OPERATSON; MOWING TIPS
OPERATSON 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. 0 Depress dutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. <> Place gearshift lever In neutral (N) position. » Mov...
Page 15 - CUSTOMER RESFOiVISlBlLmES; GENERAL; RECOMMENDATIONS
CUSTOMER RESFOiVISlBlLmES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE DATES TR A C T0R Check Brake Operation ✓ ✓ Check Tire Pressure ✓ ✓ Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ ✓ 7 1 / Sharpen/Repiace Mower Blades ✓ 4 Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓ ! Check Battery Level/Recharge ✓ e Clean Battery ...
Page 16 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TRACTOR
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See ‘TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of ...
Page 17 - CUSTOMER RESPOISiSIBILITIES
CUSTOMER RESPOISiSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation 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 co...
Page 19 - CUSTOMER; CLEANING
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in oneyean » Drain oil from engine crankcase (See ‘TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in this section of this manual, through step remove drain...
Page 20 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: <» Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. ® Place gearshift lever In neutral (N) position. » Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.® Turn Ignition key “OFF” and remove key.>» Make sure th...
Page 23 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTIVIENTS
SERVICE AND ADJUSTIVIENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheelsare positioned straightforward, remove steer ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual, FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front w...
Page 24 - SERVICE; AND ADJUSTMENTS
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 cau...
Page 26 - STORAGE; OTHER
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or If the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in ...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wiîl not start 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 wiring 9, Carburetor out of adjustment 10, Engine valves out of ...
Page 30 - REPAIR PARTS
ELECTRICAL REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540 22 30
Page 40 - REPAIR; PARTS; OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252540 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester O s ' N S ■VX S l l V\ J ' ! i t 11 k I f') ^ * n I f ^ ,.v.. - ' I l<> A o^‘ H)'' 40
Page 54 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 55 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION T cn oi SIGHTINGGUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ■vvvvvvvJrivvV'Tvvtiì» rvvvj I rVfVvyy; ■ > vvvvvvvvvvv.vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvfei!_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never ...
Page 56 - BEMm; OWNER’S; IF YOU NEED; ELECTRIC START
BEMm OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.252540 IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-FON-PART (1-800-366-7278) FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, ...