Sears 917.257651- Manuals

ACCESSORIES ÄND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were avaitable 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, MAINTENANCE p e r f o r m a n c e Sear...

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder Bolts {2) Center­ lock Nuts (2) Washers 3/8 X 7/8 X 14 Gauge SteeringWheel Insert “O cr (2) Latch Hook Assemblies (2) Battery Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 (2) Keys ,*sss=», ,«=ss, dX K Terminal Guard Battery Caps and Inst...

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

ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE BATTERY {See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediaieiy if accidentally in contact with battery acid. Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps....

ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5) A CAUTION: Do not short battery termi­nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden­tal grounding. Lift hood to raised position. Be sure ba...

ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs.TA &7B) » 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 pointing down » Tighten hardware securely. » Raise and hold ...

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 location of various controls and ad|ustments, Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to eng...

OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Aiways wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spect...

OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Yourtractor 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 » Lower mower with attachment li...

OPERÂTIOIM TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) When starling engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wilt take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank fo the engine. • Depress clutch/brake pedaf and set parking brake, <* Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position,, » Mov...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation ✓ {BaasasBs; ✓ Check Tire Pressure 1/ ✓ Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ Sharpen/Repiace Mower Blades l/^ Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓ Check Battery Level/Recharge ✓ 1 Clean Battery and Terminals 1...

CUSTOMER RESPOWSlBiUTIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- I Id-I JL.fci. BRAKE OPERATiON if tractor reguires 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 ...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for dete rio ration 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 coo...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 17) Air screen must be kept tree 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. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOUNG AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: * Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. = Place gearshift lever m neutral (N) position.» Place attachment clutch In “DISENGAGED" position. » Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. ® Make sure the ...

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. SIDE-TO-SIDE...

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. BELT REMOVAL - “ Remove tractor from mower (See ‘TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manua!). “ Work bai...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 31 ) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and ad|ustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: “ With engine not run...

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 CAUTJOM: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fiame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing i...

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM A| IQC V k <’ CORRECTION Wili 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 B. Loose or damaged wiring 9. Carburetor out of adjustment 10 En gine valves out of adjustm...

15.5 HP 42” TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257651 SCHEMATIC POSITION I CIRCUIT OFF 1 M G ON B -f L START 1 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 YOUR WIRING REMOVABLE CONNEC...