Sears 917.257643- Manuals

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 mode! number of your tractor. ENGINE MAINTENANCE performance " S...

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size (2) Sheet Metal Screws #10-16x1/2 (1) Large Fiat Washer (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1} Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 6 (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Washers 3/16...

ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper ti...

ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Pigs. 6 & 7) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook poirrtirig down. - • Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and ...

OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with you r tractor to familiari 2 e yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety...

OPERATION rm£5^&KtlSfi£nBi THAÎiKOSIGHT 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 vis...

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 attachmen...

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 clutch&rake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move a...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE T R A C T 0 R Check Brake Operation ✓ Check Tire Pressure | 1/ l/ Check for Loose Fasteners, ✓ ✓ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades J^4 - "."a Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓ Clean Battery and Terminals |/ 1 / Check...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIUTIES TRACTOR Always observe safety roles when perfomiing 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 Sen/lce and Adjust­ments section of t...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi­cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its Tife. ' Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open (S...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire ha 2 ard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug t...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress ciutch/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 the bl...

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 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDETO'...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without toots. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Place attachment clutch in “DISENQAGED” position. • Move attachment lift leverforward to lowermo...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer­ ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front w...

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 grifl. ' • Close hood, INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may...

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. A 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 i...

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION W ilt n o t start 1. O u t o f fu e l. 2. E n g in e n o t “C H O K E D ” p ro p erly 3. E n g in e flo o d ed , 4. B ad sp a rk p lu g , 5. D irty a ir filte r , 6. D irty fu el filler, 7. W ate r in fu el, 8. L o o s e o r d a m a g ed w irin g 9. C ...

15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 SCHEMATIC IGNITION SWITCH P O S IT IO N C IR C U IT O F F M + G O N B + L S T A R T B + S + L NON-REMOVABLECONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CUPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE...

ELECTRICAL REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 30

REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 32

DRIVE REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42” TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 34

DECALS REPAIR PARTS _ 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 NO. NO. 1 2 345 138955142239 143735 143736 132674 6 1336447 142235 8 1331789 128314 10 137537 11 4900J12 1Q9199X DESCRIPTION Decal, Operating Instruction Decal, B&S Diamond iC/Gold OHV Decal, Hood, R.H„Decaí, Hood, L.H.Decal...

ENGINE REPAIR PARTS . 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 40

MOWER LIFT REPAIR PARTS . 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 42

MOWER DECK REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42“ TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643

61Sg) ^0 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42“ TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0160-01 48

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Bmim CRRFTSMRN® OWNER’S MANUAL 15.0 HP 1C ELECTRIC START 3 tn One Convertible 42” MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has 917.257643 its own model number. The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under th...