Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; WARNING; The engine exhaust from this product con
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE tS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEAT h ! A A GENERAL OPERATiON Read, understand, and follow all...
Page 3 - PRODUCT'SPECIFICATiONS; MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Centej/Department We ...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; INDEX
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY fiULES ... ........................................................... 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ... .................................. 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSPBiLiTiES .. ...... .............3,16*19 WARRANTY... .............................................................. 3 TABL...
Page 5 - ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS; ENGINE; MAINTENANCE; PERFORMANCE
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN if ^ jJ w ENGIME OIL FUEL STABiLiZER MAINTENANCE AÍB FILTER J BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE , , ‘ Sears offers a wide variety of attachments toat fit your irkctor. Many of these are listed befow with brief explanations of how they can helo a* at the t...
Page 6 - CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK; Parts'Bag contents shown fyil size
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts'Bag contents shown fyil size (2) Washers , , ... , 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Gauge Washers 1/4 Parts bag contents not shown full size j (2) Shoulder Bolts (2) Washers 3/8 X 7/8 X 14 Gauge Gauge y^heels (2) Center lock Nuts Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter T3 0“ ...
Page 7 - TOOLS; HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled lor shippino nurposes 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 tigh...
Page 9 - INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
ASSEMBLY GAUGE WHEEL iWOUNTiNG BRACKET 3/S-1B LOCKNUT 3/8" WASHER GAUGE WHEEL SHOULDER BOLT ' FIG. 5 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7) « Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-asssmble weld nut to latch hook by insert...
Page 10 - OPERATION; lUlig; STOP; ifl
OPERATION These symbois may appear on your tractor or In literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. O A FUEL lUlig I f 4 I MOWEB LiFT CAUTION OR .WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW STOP (> a| a BATTERY © ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF i...
Page 11 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compafetheiilustrationswithyouriraciortofamifiarizeyourselfwiihtheiocationsofvariouscontrolsandadiusiments Save this manual for future reference. ■ Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the ...
Page 12 - OPERATIOM; HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
OPERATIOM The operation oi any tractor cars result in foreign ob|ects tlirown into the eyes, which can result in severe ®ye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performm-g any adfusfmerits or repairs. We rsconimersd a wide vision safely mask over the spec...
Page 13 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS
OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig, 10) Your t ractor is equipped w ith an operater presence sens!n g switch. Any attempt by the operator to ieave the seat with the engine running and the attachrnent ciutch engaged wiil shut off the engine. ® Select desired height of cut « Lower mower with attachme...
Page 14 - PURGE TRANSiyflSSION
OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Rg. 9) ‘ when starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move- fuel from the tank to the engine. * Be sure freewheei control is in the transmission engaged position. “ Sit on seat in operating posit...
Page 15 - MOWING TIPS; IJULCHiNG MOWING TIPS
OPERATION MOWING TIPS ® Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower shouW be property ieveled for best mowing performance. See ‘TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Ad|ustments section of this manual. ® The left hand side of mower should be used for tr...
Page 16 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; MÄfNTENÄNCE SCHEDULE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MÄfNTENÄNCE SCHEDULE FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE ñÉGULÁR SEFWiCE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure | ^ ✓ Check for Loose Fasteners | ^ ✓ 7 ✓ SharpentReplace Mower Blades | ✓ 4 Lubrication Chart . | ✓ i/ 1 Check Battery Level/Recharge | ✓ e Clean Batt...
Page 17 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; TIRES; BLADE CARE; BATTERY
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. 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 Adjust ments section of ...
Page 18 - TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID; LUBRiCATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ® inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. « Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass c-tippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle ...
Page 19 - CLEAN AÍR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS; CLEANING
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GLEAN-AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) 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. CLEAN AÍR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sur...
Page 20 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 'I ,u i.í,,t. '■ I'." CAUTION; BEFORE PERFORMfi^G ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:* Depress ctutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. * Place motfon,control lever in neutral (N) position. « Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. * Turn Ignition key “OFF” and r...
Page 21 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on levei ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or underinftated, you will not properly adjust your mower, SIDE-TO-SID...
Page 22 - TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT; TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without fools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - ‘ » Remove mower from tractor (See TO REMOVE MOWER' in this section of this manual). <» Work be...
Page 23 - то ADJUST; MOTION CONTROL LEVER
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS то ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Rg. 27) The motion control fever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If tor any reason the motion control lever will not hold Its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack...
Page 25 - TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 31) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not b© necessary* Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as iofiows: “ With engine not runn...
Page 26 - STORAGE
STORAGE Irnmedsately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wi not be used for 30 days or more. A CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the lank inside a building where fymes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing In...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE - will not start 1. Out of fuel, 2. Engine not “CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4'. Bad sparkplug.5. Dirty air filter. Hat d lo start Engine will not turn over 6 . 7, Dirty fuel fiftar. Wafer in fuel. a. Loose or damaged wiring,9. Carburetor out of adjus...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING; POINTS
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM i CAUSE ' I CORRECTION ■ ' ^ ■ ■ - engine contmtiesfo-rurt t. Faulty oparator-safsty presance control system. : 1. Check Wiring, switches and connections. If not. when operator leaves seat CQfrected, contact en authorized service center/ with attachment clutch engaged ...
Page 29 - SCHEMATIC
THACTOF? - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 SCHEMATIC BLACK IQNJTION SWITCH posmoN CIRCUIT “MAKE’' .... OFF G + M 4- L NONE SujSi/LlGHf B + L A +V ,. PiUN B + L NONE START B + L + S NONE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR fS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.THE LIGHTS ARE NOT - CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE T...
Page 30 - ELECTRICAL
REPAIR PARTS - - - : - - TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2S855-2 ELECTRICAL / 30
Page 31 - REMIR PARTS
TRACTOR -» MOOEL NÜMBEH 917.258552 ELECTRICAL REMIR PARTS .................... . ^ KEY PART U Q . NO. 1 146140 2 74760412 3 STD551025 4 STDS511-25 6 STD541025 7 109238X‘ 8 166417 9 109596X 16 153664 19 STD5.5112S 20 73350400 21 147430 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 108824X 28 4207J 29 121305X 30 140...
Page 32 - REPAIR PARTS; CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.268552 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES - - 32
Page 33 - CHASSIS ÄND ENCLOSURES; REPÄIRTÄRTS
tRÄCTOR - - MODEL' WOMBER 917.258552 CHASSIS ÄND ENCLOSURES REPÄIRTÄRTS ' ................ KEY PAñT TO. NO. 1 159527 2 140356 3 17490612 4 -19Í312165 155272. 9 150156X011 10 STD533710 1t 146956 - 12 145660 13 146962 14 17490608 17 144983X558 18 126938X 25 19131312 26 STDS41437 28 145198X556 29 14520...
Page 34 - DRIVE
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR " - MODEL NUMBER 917..258552'^ DRIVE ^ ' 34
Page 36 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 STEERING ASSEMBLY ' -38 C." -63 -t1 —-39 PI ,U ictA -37 -36 36
Page 38 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 SEAT ASSEMBLY ' ' KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140123 2 140551 3 STD523710 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17490616 9 19131614 10 155925 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050411 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Cfip, P...
Page 39 - DECALS; WHEELS
tRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917Ì58552 DECALS . REPAIR PARTS ‘...... ^.......... KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 156811 Decaf, Open Instr. 13 147138 2 150333 Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line 14 136832 3 151299 Decal, Hood, R.H. 15 146710 4 151300 Decal, Hood, L.H. 16 138047 5 12-113-64 Decai H...
Page 41 - EMCINE
- . . TRACTOR »- MODEt' NÜMB-ER 917.2585S2 EMCINE REPAIR PARTS - ................... KEY PART NO. NO. 1 147025 2 17720410 4 137350 14 13280328 15 13200300 16 STD551237 23 15612329 137180 31 109202X 32 123S49X 33 123487X 35 1749051237 137040 38 ............... 40 12402SX 44 17490412 46 19091416 62 ST...
Page 42 - MOWER UFT
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2585S2 MOWER UFT ' ■ . 42
Page 43 - MOWER LIFT
TRACTOR -■ - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 MOWER LIFT REPAIR PARTS , ...... KEY PART NO. NO. 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 122365X 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939M 15 127218 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73800800 19 139868 20 3146R 23 110807X 24 19131016 25 2876H 26 760203...
Page 44 - MOWER DECK; REPAIR; PARTS
MOWER DECK 76 77 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917;258552 21 44
Page 46 - HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0S50
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0S50
Page 50 - KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526
Page 54 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 55 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION; cn; ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION T Ol cn SIGHTINGGUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL aaVì'ymyvYnvvYYmnvYyt>yyvyyyvyvtYvyim.aav.yymvi!aairv>t-yvvvvvwtvvvvvvvvvvv»>-vvv>yy»vv.amymvvmv.aavyvmy>vvvvvvvvv>v»vvvyvvj^ -nmyymllll^ Operate your Tractor up...
Page 56 - IF YOU NEED; CRnFTSMni; LAWN TRACTOR
OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.258552 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, CALL ...