Craftsman 917.254611 User Manual

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OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254611

Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment

CRRFTSMRII®

12 HP

ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER DECK
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR

Assembly
Operation

Maintenance

Service and Adjustment

Repair Parts

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

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT
OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAU
TIONS. IT MEANS - ATTENTION! BE

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COME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS IN
VOLVED.

NOTE: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT IM
PORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE OPERATION
AND PERFORMANCE OF YOUR TRACTOR

CAUTION; LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT

IMPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS.

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WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered,
brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or area
laws (if anyj. If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective woiking order by the operator. (See REPAIR PARTS for part
number identification!.

In the State of California the above is required by law {Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code) Other Slates m ay have similar
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

Know Ihe controls and how to stop quickly, READ THIS
OWNER'S MANUAL and instructions furnished with attach
ments.

Do not allow children to operate the machine Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper ¡nstrudbn.

3.

Do not carry passengers Do not mow when children and
others are around

Always wear substantial footwear. Do no! wear toóse fitting
clothtng that could get caugnt in moving parts.

Keep your ayes and mind on your tractor, mower, and the
area being cut Do not let other interests distract you.

Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when not in
the driver's seat

Always get on or off your tractor from the operator's left hand
side,

Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc ) which might
be picked up and thrown

9,

Disengage all attachment clutches before attempting to start
the engine,

10

Disengaoe power to attachments and stop the engine before
leaving the operator's posittori.

11

Disengage power to mower, stop the engine, and disconnect
spark plug wire(s) from spark piug(s) before cleaning, making
an adjustment, or repair. Be careful to avoid touching hot
muffier or engine components

12

Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not in
use.

13

Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle
unattended. Disengage the power take-off, lowerthe attach
ments, shift into neutral, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and remove the Hey

14

Do not stop or start suddenty when going uphill or downhill
Mow up and down the (ace of stopas (not greater than 15“),
never across the face Refer to page 51,

15

Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes

16

While going up or down slopes, place gear shift control lever
in 1st gear position to negotiate Ihe slope without stopping.

17

Never mow in wet or slippery grass, when traction is unsure,
or at a speed which could cause a skid.

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Slay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards
Keep away from drop-offs

19

Do not drive too close to creeks, ditches, and public high
ways.

20

Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects in
order to prevent the blades from striking them. Never delib
erately run tractor or mower into or over any foreign objects

21

Never shift gears until tractor comes to a stop

22

Never place hands or feat under Ihe mower, in discharge
chute, or near any moving parts while tractor or mower is
funning, Always keep clear of discharge chute

23

Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points
b. Limit toads to those you can safely control

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

c. Do not turn sharply Use care when backing
d. Use counterweight or wheel weights when suggested in

owner’s тапиаГ
24, Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways
25, When using any attachments, never direct discharge of

material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the ve
hicle while in operation,

26, Handle gasoline with care - it is highly llammable,

a Use approved gasoline containers
b- Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add

gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that has

not been allowed to cool for several minutes after run

ning Never fill tank indoors Always clean up spilled

gasoline

c, C^en doors if the engine is run in the garage - exhaust

fumes are dangerous Do not run the engine indoors.
27 Keep the vehicle anci attachments in good operating condi

tion, and keep safety devices in place and working.

28. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equip

ment is in safe working condition.

29. Never store the equipment 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 any enclosure.

30. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves,

or excessive grease, Do not clean product while engine is
running

31. Except for adjustments, DO NOT operate engine if air cleaner

or cover directly over carburetor aif intake is removed.
Removal of such part could create a fire hazard.

32. Do not operate without a muffler, or tamper with exhaust

system, Damaged mufliers or spark arresters could create a
fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace it necessary.

33. The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and in

spected for damage after striking a foreign object, and the
damage should be repaired before restarting and operating
the equipment

34. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspead the

engine; severe damage or injury may result

35. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as follows:

a Mow only in daylight or tn good artificial light
b. Shot the engine off when unclogging chute,
c Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at

frequent intervals

36. Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place,

37. Disengage power to mower before backing up Do not mow

in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after

careful observation of the entire area behind the mower.

38 Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is subjecl

to deterioration and wear, ft should be checked frequently for
bag replacement Replacement bags should be checked to
ensure compliance with the original manufacturer’s recom
mendations or speciftoations.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Lawn Tractor, It has been designed, engineered and

SERIAL
NUMBER

you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest

Sears Service Department IVe have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to servte or

DATE OF PURCHASE

repair this unit

THE SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON THE MODEL

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product. See the nearest Sears store or service centre
for details.

YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NUMBERS AND KEEP
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read atKl retain this manual. Study and observe the safety rules. Always use care when using your tractor. Always
keep your tractor and mower clean, Folbw a regular schedule In maintaining, caring for, and using your tractor. A well
carecf for tractor will run better and last bnger.

ATTACHMENTS
This unit can use many attachments now available at your Sears store. It cannot use attachments that engage the ground

like a plow, harrow, cultivator, or tiller. See page SO for a list of available attachments.

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For one year from date of purchase, when this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to

the operating and maintenance Instruction in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free o( charge any defect in

material or workmanship in this electric start riding equipment.

This wan-anty excludes blade(s), blade adapter(s), spark plugfs), air cleaner and belt(s), which are expendable and
become worn during normal use,

This warranty does not cover:

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects {such as nails, thorns, stumps, or
glass): and

• repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including the failure to maintain the equip
ment according to instructions contained in the owner's manual; and

" riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes,

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material
or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no
charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART­MENT.

This warranty gives you specilic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state

SEARS. ROEBUCK AND GO, D/731CR-W SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO. IL 60684

NOTE: THE ILLUSTRATIONS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL ARE TO AID IN THE ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION OF
YOUR TRACTOR. THEY MAY OR MAY NOT SHOW THE ACTUAL MODEL YOU HAVE PURCHASED,

A Filter:

Adjustments; Air Cleaner..............................16

Brake

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Cariiuretor
Mower Drive Belt

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Mower Storage

Front'To-Rear

Side-TdSide

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Throttle Control Cable ....

Engine Valves

Air Cleaner
Air Screen, Engine

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Attachments

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B Tractor Pivot Points................

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Hood Removal/lnstallation

Fuel

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Lubrication:

Chart

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Battery:

Charging
Cleaning
Installation
Levels

Preparation............................

Starting with Weak Batter) ....17 Battery......................

Storage

Terminals..................................15 Brake Adjustment...................

Belt: Engine Oil

Motion Drive Fuel Filler.............................

Mower Drive Sparkplug

Blade:

Sharpening

Replacement.............................

Brake Adjustment

CartHjretor Adjustment
Controls, Tractor
Cutting Level, Mower

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Air Cleaner

Foam Pre-cleaner

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Lubrication Chart

Removal/Replacement Tire Care.

Adjustment

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Mower;

Adjustment, Front-to-Rear

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Cutting Level,

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Installation
Operation

Mowing Tips
Muffler

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Cations:

Attachments...
Spark Arrester

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Parking Brake

Parts,- Replacement/Repair

Blade...

Fuse

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Hood Removal/lnstallation .....20

Motion Drive Bell

Removal/Replacement

Mower Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement

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Side-to-Side
Mower Removal
Tire Care

Repair Parts

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Safety Rules

Seat............................

Service Record.........

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Slope Guide Sheet.....................

Sparkplug
Speed Control Chart
Starting the Engine
Steering Wheel,.

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Stopping the Tractor...................

Storage.....................................................

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Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment

Tires.......................

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Engine: Trouble Shooting Chart................

Air Screen
Oil Change

Oil Level.......................

Oil Type

Preparation.............................

Repair Parts
Starting
Storage

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Cold Weather Conditions . .16

Storage

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Operation

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Starting the Engine

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Tractor Operation on Hills. .....12

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Transaxle:

Repair Parts

Warranty

Transporting

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Valve Adjustments.

Warranty

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ASSEMBLY

To assemble tractor you will need;
(2) 7/1 &" wrenches Tire Pressure Gauge
{1) 1 /2" wrench Screwdriver

(2) 9/16" wrenches Utility Knife
{1) 3/4" wrench 5/16" Wrench

Take all of the Items out of the box. The box contains the Items shown below. Open the parts bag and check the
contents (see page 6).

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Battery Carriage Bolts -1/4 x 20 x 7 1/2

Terminal Guard

a. Seal d
b.
c

NOTE: RIGHT HAND(R.H ) AND LEFT HAND (L.H.) ARE

Steering wheel e. Owner's Manual

Battery

DETERMINED FROM OPERATOR’S POSITION
WHILE SEATED ON THE TRACTOR

Battery Acid

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Parts Bag
Steering Boot

(2) Keys

15° Slope Instruction

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steering Wheel Adapter

Battery Caps and
Instructions

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects
thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam
age Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before start
ing your tractor and while moving We recommend Wide Vi
sion Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard safety
glasses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores

Steering Wheel Insert

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

LOCATION

BATTERY

BATTERY

TERMINALS

SEAT

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(2) Wing Nut 1/4-20

(2) Hex Bolt 1/4-20x3/4 (2) Lock Washer 1/4

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{2) Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga

(1) Adjustment Boll

(2) Hex Nut 1/4-20

STEERING

BUSHING

STEERING

WHEEL

(1) Washer 17/32 x

1-3/16 x 12 Ga

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

(2) Sheet Metal Screw 10-16 x 1/2 ABTBS

1. Pr^iare Banery

ASSEMBLY

Fill and charge battery {before installing)- NOTE: SEE DE
TAILED INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH BATTERY
VENT CAPS FOUND IN BAG OF PARTS.

a. Fill each cell with battery acid. Add the acid until it

reachesihe bottom of the vent tubes (Fig. 1}, Do not
add the acid beyond this level or the additional acid
can come out when the battery is charged

b. After cells are filled, tilt battery from side to side to

release air bubbles.

c. Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty

minutes. If the level of acid falls below the point de
scribed in step (a), add more acid until the correct

level is reached. Install the battery caps, found in the
bag of parts, to coverthe vent tubes. Wash!he top of
the battery with water to remove any acid, then wipe
dry.

d. Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occurred in handling

e. Neutralize excess battery ackJ for disposal by add

ing it to 2 gallons (7 litres) of water in a five gailon (20
litres) plastic container. Stirwith a wooden or plastic
paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of
more soda causes no more foaming

f. it is recommended that the battery be charged be

fore use. Use a 12 volt battery charger Charge bat
tery at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: OB
SERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, LISTED IN BOX
ABOVE, REQUIRED FOR BATTERY CHARGING.
Check the acid level after the battery is charged. If
the acid has fallen below the correct level, add dis
tilled or iron free water

2. Unpack Tractor

a. Cut down four comers of the carton with utility knife

and fold down sides.

b. Disengage parking brake and position front wheels

straight ahead (see page 9)

c Install steering wheel

Slide the steering bushing over the steering

1.

shaft (Fig, 2).
Position steering shaft forward until screw hoies

in dash line up with steering bushing install two
(2) screws (Fig 2)

Position steering boot over steering shaft

3.

Place bottom of steering boot over two slots in

4,

dash (Fig 2)

1/2" NUT

2 -1/4” DIA. WASHER s

STEERING WHEEL ^

SCREW-

STEERING
WHEEL
ADAPTER

STEERING

BOOT

STEERING
BUSHING

STEERING SHAFT

(REC’D. POSITION)

STEERING SHAFT
(INST. POSITION)

FIGUREZ

5 Push steering boot down into aligning slofe on

dash­6 Place steering wheel adapter on steering shaft
7 With front wheels pointed straight ahead, place

steering wheel on steering wheel adapter Bars
of steering wheel should point straight across
tractor.

ASSEMBLY

SHOULDER
BOLT

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT LOCK

WASHER

Fiauma

POSITIVE WASHER

TERMINAL

FLAT
WASHER

WASHER NEGATIVE

TERMINAL

3. Install Seat
a. Remove cardboard from seat pan.
b Place seal on seat pan. Screw adpstment bolt, lock

washer and flat washer into seat (Fig. 3). ^rew
shoulder bolt into seat (Fig. 3). Adjustment bolt,
shoulder bolt and washers found in bag of parts
(shown full size on page 6).

c. Tighten shoulder bolt using a 1/2" wrench. NOTE:

THE SHOULDER BOLT WILL BE LOOSE IN THE
SEAT PAN SLOT.

d Tighten adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat wash

er securely.

NOTE: SEAT POSITION SHOULD BE ADJUSTED FOR

WARD OR BACKWARD SO THAT THE OPERA

TOR CAN COMFORTABLY REACH CLUTCH/

BRAKE PEDAL AND SAFELY OPERATE TRAC

TOR.

e Place seat in operating position. Sit on the seat and

press clutch/brake pedal all the way down, if operat

ing position is not comfortable, adjust seat.

f. To adjust: raise seal. Loosen adjustment bolt. Slide

seat to desired position. Tighten adjustment bolt se

curely.

POSITIVE
CABLE

(RED)

FIGURES

WING NUT

BATTERY

TRAY

FIGURES

d.
e
f

NEGATIVE
CABLE

HEX NUTS''

TERMINAL
GUARD

BATTERY
DRAIN TUBE

8 Place 2 1/4” diameterwasheron steering shaft

and install a 1/2" locknut (washer and locknut
found in bag of parts) Tighten securely.

9. Snap insert into steering wheel
Remove plastic on tractor hood.

Raise attachment lift handle (see page 9)

Roll Tractor off skid. Be careful of staples in skid

WING NUT

BATTERY
BOLT

ACCESS
DOORS

KEY

HOLE

ADJUSTMENT BOLT, LOCK WASHER
AND FLAT WASHER MUST BE TIGHT

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4. Check Tires

Check the air pressure in the tires. Tires with too much air
pressure will cause the unit to ride tough. The wrong air
pressure will also keep the mower from cutting level. The
correct air pressure is shown on the side of the tires, if the air

ressure is not shown, set to pressures shown in the RE

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AIR AND ADJUSTMENT section (page 14).

S. Install Battery

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ENED SECURELY TO PREVENT MOVE
MENT OF SEAT.

BEFORE INSTALLING BATTERY. RE
MOVE METAL BRACELETS, WRIST
WATCH BANDS, RINGS, ETC. FROM
YOUR PERSON. TOUCHING THESE
ITEMS TO BATTERY TERMINALS
COULD RESULT IN BURNS.

WEAR EYE AND PACE SHIELD.
WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IMMEDI

ATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY IN CONTACT
WITH BATTERY ACID.

DO NOT SMOKE. FUMES FROM
CHARGED BATTERY ACID ARE EX
PLOSIVE.

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED
WITH THE BATTERY VENT CAPS IN
THE BAG OF PARTS. ALWAYS WEAR
GLOVES, CLOTHING AND GOGGLES
TO protect your HANDS, SKIN AND

EYES.

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ASSEMBLY

a Lift seal (Fig 3)
b Lower battery into fender well with battery terminals

toward front of tractor {Fig 4) Make sure battery
rests in battery tray (Fig 5)

NOTE: BE SURE BATTERY DRAIN TUBE IS SECURELY

ATTACHED TO BATTERY TRAY DRAIN (Fig 5)

POSITIVE TERMINAL MUST BE CON
NECTED FIRST TO PREVENT SPARKS

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FROM ACCIDENTAL GROUNDING.

Connect RED battery cable to positive {+) battery
terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and

hex nut (shown full size on pg 6) found in bag of
parts Tighten securely with two 7/16" wrenches
(Fig 4)

d Connect BLACK ground cable to negative (-) bat

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer,
lock washer and hex nut (shown full size on pg 6)
found in bag of parts Tighten securely (Fig 4),

e To prevent corrosion, apply grease to the battery

terminals after installing cables.

f Slide two battery bolts through terminal guard and

start the wing nuts onto the threads (Fig 5)

g Position terminal guard over battery as shown (Fig

5) and align bolt heads with key holes next to battery
tray (Fig,5)

h Lower boll heads into key holes and slide square

shafts of bolts into slots of key holes (Fig, 5)
i Tighten wing nuts
j Close terminal access doors

CAUTION:

DO NOT START ENGINE UNTIL YOU HAVE
REVIEWED THE OPERATION SECTION OF
THIS MANUAL

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Push lever up to engage
attachment There will be an engine hesitation as the clutch
engages

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Use the attachment lift lever
to raise and lower the attachment rrounted to your tractor.
Pul! lever back slightly and push button, then move the lift
lever forward to lower attachment

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has 2 lunctions; a
clutch and a brake To engage the brake push the pedal
completely down

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: Use the height adjustment slots
to adjust the mower height. Push the attachment lift lever
plunger down and position the attachment lilt lever into the
desired slot Release lilt lever plunger

GEARSHIFT: Press the clutch/brake pedal down firmly and
move gearshift lever to desired speed

IGNITION: Place key in ignition and turn to the right to start
The switch spring returns from the start position

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off
PARKING BRAKE: To set the parking brake, push the

clutch/brake pedal completely down. Hold the parking brake
lever in "Engage" position and release pressure from pedal
Clutch/brake pedal will remain in brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Use the throttle control to
increase or decrease the speed of the engine, and to choke
the engine for starting Push lever to the right andfonwardto
choke

NEUTRAL LOCKOUT POSITION: Transmission is disen
gaged when gearshift lever is in tWs position.

OPERATION

AIR SCREEN

IGNITION KEY

1. Stopping Your Tractor

NOTE; REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACTOR TO

PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE:

a Push clutch-brake pedal into lull “BRAKE" position.

Keep your foot on pedal (Fig 7).

b Place attachment clutch lever in "DISENGAGED"

position.

c. Move gear shift lever tp “NEUTRAL" position.

d. Lift up to place parking brake in "ENGAGED" posi

tion (Fig. 10) and release pressure from clutch/
brake. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position.

e Move throttle control to "S" (slow) position.

f. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position Never use choke

to stop engine,

2. Preparing the Engine

LEARN TO STOP YOUR TRACTOR BE

FORE ATTEMPTING TO START THE EN

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a This engine has been shipped filled with summer

Changing oil after the first two hours (or two mowings) will
help eliminate break-in residue which might be damaging to
your engine

b Fill fuel tank (Fig. 6). Use fresh, clean, regular un

GINE.

weight oil (For cold weather operation see chart

page 16). Check engine oil level. Refer to REPAIR
AND ADJUSTMENT section (page 16)

leaded gasoline. Capacity is 5 quarts (4.73 litres).

NOTE: FRESH. CLEAN WINTER GRADE FUEL MUST

BE USED TO INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING

FILL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK
FILLER NECK. DO NOT OVERFILL.

WIPE OFF ANY SPILLED OIL OR FUEL.

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CAUTION:

DO NOT STORE, SPILL OR USE GASO
LINE NEAR AN OPEN FLAME.

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR
USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN AT
TRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO
SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS
DURING STORAGE, ACIDIC GAS CAN
DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF ANY EN
GINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

TO AVOID ENGINE PROBLEMS, THE FUEL
SYSTEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE
STORAGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LONGER

DRAIN THE GAS TANK. START THE EN

GINE AND LET IT RUN UNTIL THE FUEL

LINES AND CARBURETOR ARE EMPTY,
USE FRESH FUEL NEXT SEASON. SEE
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADDI
TIONAL INFORMATION

NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR
CLEANER PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK
OR PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.

10

3. starting the Engine

a. Move throttle control lever (Fig, 7) past "FAST” to

the “CHOKE" position.
b. Fully depress clutch/brake pedal
c. Turn ignition key to “START" and release key as

soon as engine starts

CAUTION: DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY

FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER
MINUTE.

d. If engine does not start alter (our or fiYe tries, move

throttle control lever to “FAST* position, wait a few

minutes and try again It the engine does not start
after four or five more tries, see the
TROUBLESHOOTING Chart (page 25}

e. After the engine starts move throttle control lever

slowly to the “SLOW" position

I To start a hot engine move the throttle control lever

to a position between “FAST and “SLOW"

OPERATION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER “ENGAGED"

POSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH / LIFT LEVER

LEVER “DISENGAGED" PLUNGER
POSITION

LIFT LEVER

"HIGHEST"
POSITION

LIFT LEVEF

“LOWEST"
POSITION

READ THE "RULES FOR SAFE OPERA

TION" CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERAT

ING YOUR MOWER.
DO NOT OVER LOAD TRACTOR BY

TOWING WEIGHTS GREATER THAN
150 POUNDS (68 KG).

ALWAYS WEAR SUBSTANTIAL FOOT

A

WEAR AND AVOID LOOSE FITTING
CLOTHING THAT COULD GET
CAUGHT IN MOVING PARTS.

DO NOT OPERATE THE MOWER WITH
OUT EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS
CATCHER, ON MOWERS SO
EQUIPPED, OR THE DEFLECTOR
SHIELD IN PLACE.

CAUTION

TO AVOID INJURY

1. Read owner’s manual.

2. Know location and function of alt controls.

3. Keef) guards, safety shield and switches in place and
working.

4. Remove objects that can be thrown by blades.

5. Do not mow when children and others are around.

6 Never carry children or passengers.

7. Always look behind machine before backing.

8. Do not mow where machine can tip or slip.

9. If machiné stops going uphill, stop blades and back

slowly down.

10. Be sure blades and engine have stopped before placing
hands or feet near the blades.

11. Remove key when leaving machine .

R.H. RUNNER

DISCHARGE

GUARD

WHEN PARKING BRAKE IS ENGAGED,

MAKE SURE IT WILL KEEP TRACTOR
FROM MOVING.

A

NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET
IN OR UNDER ANY POWERED ATTACH
MENT OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART
WHILE TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED
ATTACHMENT IS RUNNING.

4. Operating Your Lawn Tractor and Mower

NOTE: THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPERA

TOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH. ANY AT
TEMPT BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE
SEAT WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED WILL
SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.

CAUTION: DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT

TO THE TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE OP
TIONAL WHEEL WEIGHTS. EXCESSIVE
WEIGHT MAY OVERLOAD AND DAMAGE THE
TRANSAXLE,

a Depress lift lever plunger and move the attachment

lift lever to the highest position See Fig 8.
b Start the engine. (See Starting the Engine)
c Move the throttle lever to mid range position. Fully

depress clutch/brake pedal. Select a low (Is! or 2nd)

gear until you become more familiar with the opera

tion of the unit

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FIGURES

OPERATION

r

figure 9

FUNCTION

Normal

Mowing

Heavy Mowing

Snow Blowing

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SPEED SELECTION GUIDE

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GEARSHIFT

2 or 3

1 or 2

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THROTTLE

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FAST

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a. Mower should be adjusted properly front to back

and side to side for good mowing performartce. Re
fer to REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT section {page

22)

b. Use the runner on the R.H. side as a guide; the

blade cuts approximately an irrch outside the runner

(Fig. 8).

c Drive so that clippings are discharged onto thè area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of
the machine. This will result in a more even distribu
tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

d.

from shaibs, feixes, driveways, etc. After two or
three rounds, mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until finished.

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice
The first time cut relatively high; the second time to
the desired height

The left hand side of mower should be used for trim

f,

ming.
See Speed Selection Guide (above)

g

Do not mow tall, dry (brown) grass over 6 inches

h.

(15 24 cm) tail It is a fire hazard

6. Operating the Tractor on Hills

4-5

2

SLOW-

FAST

Snow Blade

Transport

d. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and proceed to

the mowing area.

e Stop the unit, then select a mowing speed {See

Speed Selection Guide, page 12).

f. Move throttle lever to half throttle and slowly move

attachment clutch lever to engaged position, Fig 8
g Slowly release clutchA)rake pedal
h Move throttle lever to fast position

i Observe height of cut and readjust as desired (see

page 9)

CAUTION: BEFORE YOU MOVE THE GEARSHIR

LEVER, COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.

FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN GEAR

BOX DAMAGE

5. Mowing Tips

NOTE: TIRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH THE

MOWER ATTACHED.

DO NOT DRIVE UP OR DOWN HILLS

WITH SLOPES GREATER THAN 15“

AND DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY

A

a. Move gearshift lever to 1st" gear before starting up

b. AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS.
c. if stowing is necessary, move throttle control lever

SLOPE. REFER TO PAGE 51.

or down hills

to slower position

LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP
PING AND STARTING TO ALLOW
SLIGHT TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHILL

A

e To restart tractor movement, make sure tractor is in

f Make all turns gradually

AS CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL MOVES
THROUGH CLUTCH POSITION.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/
brake pedal quickly to brake position.

the lowest speed range (“1st" Gear) and release
ciutch/brake pedal SLOWLY.

7. Transporting Your Tractor

For pushing or towing your tractor, place gearshift lever

in “N" positon Do not tow or push at more than 6 MPH

(9 7KPH),

12

To kmpyourtmctorrunning better and longer,

perform necessary service using the follow

ing maintenance schedule:

WITH EVERY MOWING
1 Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter pins and

retainer springs are secure
2 Observe all safety precautions,
3 Keep tractor well lubricated (refer to page 24)
4 Make sure areas around muffler, engine and mower

deck are clean and free of debris buildup.

MAINTENANCE

FOR ANY ADJUSTMENTS, INSPEC

TION OH MAINTENANCE:

1. PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL COMPLETELY INTO
"BRAKE" POSITION.

2. MOVE gearshift TO "N” NEUTRAL
POSITION.

3. PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN “EN

GAGED” POSITION. REMOVE FOOT
FROM PEDAL.

4. PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER IN "DISENGAGED" POSI

TION.

A

5. TURN IGNITION KEY TO "OFF" PO

SITION.

6. MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE
BLADES AND ALL MOVING PARTS
HAVE COMPLETELY STOPPED.

7. REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY.

8. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG

WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG AND
KEEP WIRE AWAY FROM THE PLUG
TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCI
DENTAL STARTING. BE CAREFUL

TO AVOID TOUCHING HOT ENGINE

OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS.

SERVICE RECORD

FILL IN DATES

Change Engine Oil

Check Brake Operatton
Check Tire Pressure

Clean Air Screen
Clean Air Cleaner
Lubricate Pivot Points (see page 24)

Check Battery Level and Recharge
Clean Battery and Terminals
Carburetor Adjustment
V-Belt Adjustment
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Chedt Muffler

Replace Air Cleaner Paper Cartridge

Replace Spark Plug
Replace Fuel Filter

REGULAR SERVICE ocnviuc i co

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DATES

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Adjust Valves

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REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

HUB CAP WASHERS

SQUARE KEY
(REAR TIRE ONLY)

FIGURE 11

1. Brake Adjustment

This tractor is equif^jed with an adjustable brake system
mounted on the ngnt side of the fransaxle (F^. 10).

IF TRACTOR REQUIRES MORE THAN
SIX FEET (1.8 METERS) STOPPING

A

a Depress ciutch/brake pedal and engage parking
b Measure distance between brake operating arm
c. If distance is other than 1-1/2" (3.81 cm), loosen

Road lest tractor for proper stopping distance as stated
above Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still
greater than 6 feet (18 meters) in highest gear, further
maintenance is necessary Contact your local Sears Serv

ice Center

DISTANCE IN HIGHEST GEAR, THEN
BRAKE MUST BE ADJUSTED.

brake. . .
and nut “A” on brake rod,

jam nut (Fig. 10) and turn nut until distance be

comes 1-1/2” (3 81 cm). Retighten jam nut against
nut “A".

2, Tire Care

a Maintain tire pressure in front at 14 PSt (1Kg/cm^)

and rear tires at 10 PSI (0.7 Kg/cm'')

b Keep tires free of gasoline, oil. or insect control

chemicals which can harm rubber

c Avoid stumps, stones, deep mfs, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage

d, Removing wheel for lire repair (Fig 11).

1 Block up axle securely

2. Remove hub cap, klip ring and washer to allow
wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square

key - Do Not Lose).

3. Repair lire and reassemble. Align slots in rear
wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. Re

place washers and snap klip ring securely in
axle groove. Replace hub cap.

NOTE: USE GREASE FITTINGS TO LUBRICATE FRONT

WHEELS WITH GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE.
APPLY AN ANTI-SEIZE OR GOOD GENERAL

PURPOSE GREASE TO LUBRICATE REAR AX
LES,

3. Blade Care

For best resutts,nvDwer blades must be kept sharp, The
blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file, or on a
grinding wheel. We suggest they be sharpened after every
25 hours of mowing Do not attempt to sharpen while on

mower. If you mow in sandy soil check the blades after each
two mowings The sand wears the blades away rapidly

a Blade Replacement

Raise mower to highest position to permit access lo

blades

1. Remove the hex head bolt, lockwasher and flat
washer (Fig 12) (turn counterclockwise)

2. Retrave and discard old blade

3. Clean top and bottom of mower housing
4 Install new blade with SHARP EDGE DOWN

and secure with flat washer, lockwasher and
hex head bolt. TIGHTEN SECURELY.

A GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED
BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY
THREE LINES ON THE BOLT
HEAD AS SHOWN AT LEFT.

14

A

ALWAYS USE GRADE 5 HEAT

TREATED BOLTS TO ATTACH

BLADES. DO NOT USE PLATED BOLTS.
CHECK BOLTS IN BLADES OCCASION
ALLY TO MAKE SURE BOLTS ARE
TIGHT. TORQUE BOLTS TO 30-35
FT.-LBS (41-47 Nm).

b. When grinding, care should be taken to maintain

blade balance and the blade should be checked for
proper balance before réinstallation on mower. An
unbalanced or bent blade will cause excessive vi
bration when running, and eventual damage to
mower or engine. Replace bent or damaged blades

c. To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or

wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail ex-

osed. Place center hole of clean blade over the

K

ead ot the nail (Fig. 13). NOTE: CENTER HOLE
OF BLADE ON NAIL. IF BLADE IS PROPERLY
BALANCED. BLADE SHOULD REMAIN IN POSI
TION SHOWN IN FIG. 13. IF EITHER END OF THE
BLADE MOVES DOWNWARD. BLADE IS NOT
BALANCED SHARPEN THE HEAVY END UNTIL
BLADE IS BALANCED

4. Battery Care

CHECK BATTERY

a. Battery acid solution level in each battery cell should

be even with bottoms of vent tubes in cells (Fig. 14)
Add ONLY distilled or iron free water if necessary.

NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL,
b. Keep battery and terminals clean,
c Keep battery bolls tight,
d. Keep vent caps light and small vent holes in caps

open.
e. Recharge with auto battery charger.

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

BATTERY

NOTE: OVERCHARGING WILL SHORTEN BATTERY

LIFE

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals cause the
battery to leak” power and hinders the operation of the

charger.

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE
EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS,
FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS

A

a Remove terminal guard

b. Disconnect BLACK battery cable, then RED battery

c Wash battery with lour tablespoons (6 grams) of

d. Rinse the battery with plain water, dry and reinstall
e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire

AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS
SHIELD YOUR EYES AROUND BAT
TERIES.____________________________

cable, and remove battery from tractor

baking soda in one gallon (3.8 litres) of water.
NOTE: BECAREFULLNOTTOGETTHESODA

SOLUTION INTO THE CELLS

on tractor
bnjsh until bright

bie to negative terminal Coat terminal connections
with grease after installation of cables,

g Replace terminal guard

5. Change Engine Oil

The best time to change engine oil is at the end of a day's
operation when all dirt and foreign materiais are suspended

in the hot oil
Capacity is 1 quart (.94 litres). NOTE: DONOTOVERFILL.

Dipstick assembly must be securely tightened into tube at
ail times when engine is operating. 15

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

AIR

a Remove oil drain plug to drain engine oil. Tighten

plug securely before filling with fresh oil.

b Add oil through the oil filler cap/dipstick (Fig. 15).

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

ENGINE OIL
FILLER CAP
AND DIPSTICK

AIR CLEANER
COVER

^CARTRIDGE j ^ rbER

‘ ‘ WASHERS

NUTS

FOAM

ELEMENT

T -20“

“C -29“

100“

38“

e. Check Engine Oil Level

NOTE: DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL WITH EN

Several minutes after stopping engine, check engine oil
level with tractor on level ground. Wipe dipstick (Fig, 15)
clean, screw it down tight tor a few seconds, remove and
read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark is
reached (See chart above) NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.

GINE RUNNING

7. Clean Air Cleaner Element (Fig. 16)

a. Remove two wing nuts and remove air cleaner

cover.

b- Remove foam pre-deaner.

1. Wash prifr“Cleaner in liquid detergent and warm

water to rerrove dirt.

2. Wrap pre-cleaner in ctoth and squeeze dry.

3. Wipe foam with a light coat of engine oil. Do not
saturate. Squeeze in rag or towel to remove ex
cess oil.

c Remove two nuts from lop of cartridge,
d Remove cartridge and dean air deaner body care

fully to prevent dirt from entering carburetor.

e. Clean cartridge by gentiy tapping on flat surface. If

very dirty, replace cartridge.

f. Reassemble air cleaner.

NOTE: NUTS HOLDING AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE

NOTE: NEVER RUN ENGINE WITH AIR CLEANER RE

MUST BE INSTALLED WITH FIBER WASHERS
DOWN ON CARTRIDGE PUTE TO PREVENT
DIRT FROM ENTERING CARBURETOR.

TIGHTEN NUTS BY HAND. OVER TIGHTENING

COULD COLLAPSE CARTRIDGE.

MOVED

AIR CLEANER
BODY

FIGURE 16

IMPORTANT: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE STARTING

SYSTEM. USE SAE 5W30 OIL WHEN
THE TEMPERATURE FALLS BELOW
32°F (0°C).

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

Determine temperature range expected before next oil
change All oil must meet API, service classification SD, SE
or SR

8. Clean Air Cleaner and Engine Cooling Fins

ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND FACE PRO
TECTION WHEN USING COMPRESSED
AIR.

Air screen and cooling fins (Figs. 16 and 17} must be kept
free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from over

heating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to re
move dirt and dried gum fibers,

Remove hood (page 20).

a.

Remove air deaner cover (Fig. 16).

b
c

Remove 3 screws securing air cleaner body (Fig.

17) and remove. (Covercarburetorto prevent entry

of dirt.)

Remove oil dipstick and cover opening to prevent

entry of dirt.

Remove 3 screws from blower housing and lift
housing off engine (Fig 17),

16

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

f. Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thor

oughly clean engine cooling fins (Fig, 17) and air
screen (Fig. 16).

g. To reassemble, reverse above procedure,

h. Be certain carburetor tube, breather tube, and gas

kets are in place (Fig. 17).

9. Check Muffler

Inspect and replace damaged nmjffler and/or deflector as it

could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

DO NOT TOUCH HOT MUFFLER, CYLIN
DER OR FINS AS CONTACT MAY
CAUSE BURNS.

10. Lubricate Pivot Points

Place several drops of SAE 30 oil at points where metal

parts move against each other, see Lubricatfon Chart page

24.

11. Starting Your Tractor With a Weak Battery

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be re
charged. If "jumper cables” are used for emergency starting,
follow this procedure:

NOTE: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A12 VOLT

NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER
VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A12 VOLT NEGATIVE
GROUNDED SYSTEM.

SCREW AIR

blowerX cover

HOUSING %

HEX HEAD
SCREW

COOLING
FINS

SPARK
PLUG

\ CLEANER

BREATHER
TUBE

MUFFLER

SCREWS

GASKET

Ncarburetor

xTUBE

CYLINDER
HEAD
COVER

FIGURE 17

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE
EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS.
FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS

A

AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS
WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
AROUND BATTERIES.

Connect each end ol the RED jumper cable to the

a.

POSITI VE(+) terminals of each battery (taking care
not to short against chassis) {Fig 18).

Connect one end of the BLACK jumper cable to the

b

NEGATIVE (“) terminal of fully chaiged battery.

Connect the other end of the BLACK jumper cable

to the L.H side panel bolt (Fig 19) NOTE: KEEP

AWAY FROM GAS TANK AND BATTERY,
Disconnect cables in reverse order:

d

1 L H side panel bolt (Fig 19)
2 Negative terminal of fully charged battery
3 Positive terminals

DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BAT

A

TERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

17

■DRIVE" POSITION

FIGURE 19

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

FIGURE 20

12. Throttle Control Cable Adjustment

DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY AD
JUSTMENTS. FACTORY SETTINGS
ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST AP

A

PLICATIONS AND CONDITIONS. IF AD
JUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED, PROCEED
AS FOLLOWS:

a. Make sure air cleaner is clean (see page 16).

b. With engine not running, place Ihrottie control in

“FAST’position (not in ‘CHOKE" position).

CLAMP

c. Chedtthat holein throttle teverand hole in plate line

up {Fig. 20 “ Insert). If trales “A" are not aligned,

loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until
holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw.

d. If holes do not align, repeat steps in throttle cable

adjustment.

13. Carburetor Adjustment

NOTE: ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL CABLE BEFORE

NOTE: THE SCREW SEAT MAY BE DAMAGED BY

MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT TO CARBURETOR.

a. With engine off turn high speed mixture screw cfock-

wise closing finger tight ONLY, and turn counter
clockwise 1-1/2 turns.

TURNING IT TOO FAR CLOCKWISE.

b. Turn idle mixture screw clockwise closing finger

light only, and turn counterclockwise 1-1/2 turns.

REFER TO “STARTING THE ENGINE'
PAGE 11.

c. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes.

Make final adjustment with engine running and gear
shift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

d. With throttle control lever in "FAST position, turn

high speed mixture screw clockwise until engine
runs "rough" and then turn counterclockwise 3/4

turn.

e With throttle control lever in "SLOW" position, hjm

idle mixture screw counterclockwise until engine

runs "rough" and then turn clockwise until engine
begins to die. Turn idle mixture saew to a point mid
way between these positions.

f. With throttle control lever in "SLOW position en

gine should idle at 1700 RPM. If engine idles too
slow, push throttle control lever above idle and turn

idle speed screw one turn clockwise. Set throttle
control lever at "SLOW. Repeat until satisfactory

idle is attained.

g If engine idles too fast with throttle control lever in

"SLOW position push throttle control lever above

idle and turn idle speed screw one turn counter
clockwise. Set throttle control lever at "SLOW.

Repeat until satisfactory idle is attained.

h . High speed stop is factory adjusted . DO NOT AD

JUST - DAMAGE MAY RESULT,

14. Replace Spark Plug

Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season

or every 100 hours, whichever comes first. Gap should be

set a 0.030 inch (Fig 21) .

15. Adjust Valves on Engine

After approximately 200 hours of operation, the engine
valves will require adjustment. It is suggested that a Sears
Service Center do this work. Correct settings are: Intake -

,002 (.05 mm). Exhaust - 004 (.1 mm).

16. Replace In-Line Fuel Filter

BE SURE THERE ARE NO FUEL LINE LEAKS AND THAT
HOSE CLAMPS ARE PROPERLY INSTALLED.

If fuel filter is clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re

placement is required.

a With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections that were removed from botn ends of fuel
filter (Fig. 20).

b. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.

18

17. Motion Drive Beit Removal

Tile tractor drive ben maybe replaced wflthouttools. Park the
tradoron level area. Engage parking brake. NOTE: A BELT
INSTALUTION DECAL IS UNDER LEFT FOOTREST.

a Remove mower {See page 21),
b. Remove two retainer springs from belt guide

bracket below transaxle pulley Remove bracket
(Fig. 22).

c. Swing belt guides away from belt, toward rear of

tractor (Fig. 22).
d Roll bell over top of transaxte pulley.
e Roll belt over engine pulley and off idler (Fig 23).
I, Release parking brake. f^H belt as far as possible

over top of clutch pulley.
g. Reset parking brake. Pull belt over top of clutch pul

ley (Fig, 23).
h. Pull belt out through shift gate to remove from trac

tor (Fig 24)

i Install belt by reversing above procedure

REPLACE BELT ONLY WITH THE BELT
LISTED IN THE REPAIR PARTS SEC

A

TION OF THIS MANUAL.

18. Fuse Replacement

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse The
fuse holder Is located under the dash

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

FIGURE 22

ENGINE

19

FIGURE 23

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

GRASP ,

tJt^otr' ^

FiClMItM

HOOD

DASH

19. Hood Removal

KEEP FEET CLEAR FROM UNDER

A

A

MOWER DECK.

DO NOT TOUCH HOT MUFFLER, EN
GINE CYLINDER OR COOLING FINS
AS CONTACT MAY CAUSE BURN.

FIGURE 2S

HOOD

GRASP
HERE

HINGE
BRACKET

HOOD
SPRING

GRASP

ucoc

a. Grasp hood at edge next to dash afKl open hood to

full up position (Fig. 25).
b. Disconnect headlight connection (Fig. 28)
c Carefully remove hood springs from hinge brack

ets (Fig. 25).

SPRINGS ARE UNDER TENSION.
WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES DURING RE

A

20.

MOVAL AND INSTALLATION.

d Lower hood half way and grasp at the bottom of the

grill and at the upper hood edge (Fig . 26). Lilt hood

up, out and away from tractor,

e. Place hood carefully on the ground ,

Hood installation

a. Pick hood up at top of grill and upper hood edge

(Fig. 27),

b Align hood pivot rod with hinge brackets. Rotate

hood halt way down, slide pivot rod in and down
into hinge slots (Fig. 27).

Open hood to full up position (Fig. 25).
Carefully reinstall hood hinge springs (Fig 25).

Reconnect headlight connection.

Close hood.

HEADLIGHT

FIGURE 2S

GRASP
HERE

FIGURE 27

HINGE
BRACKET

SLOT

20

21. Mower Romoval

a Remove mower belt per instructions under “Mower

Drive Beit Removal" through step (c).

b. Remove retainer spring from clutch rod; pull clutch

rod out of clutch bracket. (Fig. 29)

c. Pull retainer springs out of rear suspension trun

nions. Remove rear suspension trunnions from lift

brackets (Fig, 29).

d. Pull retainer spring out of rear hinge pin. Remove

rear hinge pin. (Fig. 29).

e Pull retainer spring out of front hinge pin Remove

front hinge pin (Fig. 29).

f Use lift leverto raise suspension arms Slide mower

out from under tractor

NOTE: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER

DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,
THE L H AND R.H. SUSPENSION ARMS (FIG.

29) SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM TRACTOR,

22. Mower Installation

Your Mower Installs without the use of tools Raise attach
ment lift lever (Fig 30) to its highest position.

a. Slide mower under tractor,discharge guard to R H

side-

fa Install front hinge pin through axle and parallel link

(Fig. 32). Secure with retainer spring.

c Install rear hinge pin through mower lift brackets

and parallel link (Fig 32) Secure with retainer

spring
d Install clutch rod in clutch lever (Fig 32).
e. Move attachment lift lever (Fig 30) forward to lower

suspension arms. Slide trunnions through lift

bracket holes and secure with retainer springs (Fig.

29).

f. Roll belt over engine pulley Make sure belt is inside

bell guides (Fig 32). See belt drive schematic decal

on mower housing
g. Use attachment lift lever (Fig 30) to raise mower
h. Push lift lever plunger down and position

attachment lift leverto desired cutting height (Fig

31). Release lift lever plunger

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

RETAINER
SPRING

R H

SUSPENTION

RETAINER
SPRING

ENGINE
PULLEY

RETAINER
SPRINGS

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

BELT

EXTENSION
SPRING

L.H.

MANDREL

COTTER PIN

EXTENSION
SPRING

BRAKE

ROD

BOLT

L.H. PIVOT
BRACKET

FIGURE 33

LIFT
LEVER

ENGINE
PULLEY

IDLER BELT
GUIDE

ROCK SHAFT
ASSEMBLY

R.H. PIVOT

BRACKET

23. Mower Drive Belt Removal

NOTE: MOWER BELT INSTALLATION DECAL LOC

REPUCE ONLY WITH THE BELTS SPECIFIED IN THIS
MANUAL.

ATED ON MOWER HOUSING.

a. Place attachment clutch lever in "Disengaged” posi

tion (Fig 30).

Move Attachment lift lever {Fig 30) forward to lower

b.

mower to Us lowest position

Roll belt off engine pulley.

c.

Pull belt off both mower deck pulleys

d

Spring belt guide away from idler pulley and pull belt

e.

off idler pulley

f Slide belt from under extension spring

24. Mower Drive Belt Replacemertt

a Slide belt under extension spring (Fig, 33),
b Place bett on rear side of both mandrel puiieys
c Spring idler belt guide down and place belt around

rear side of idler pulley

d Roll belt over engine pulley

e. Make sure belt is inside all bell guides.

NOTE: WHEN INSTALLING A NEW BELT, EXTENSION

SPRING MUST BE RETURNED TO LOWER END
OF SLOT (ORIGINAL POSITION) ON ROCK
SHAFT ASSEMBLY.

25. Mower Drive Belt Adjustment

Your tractor has been manufactured with the ability to read
just the mower drive belt to provide you with longer belt life.

If the attachment clutch lever travels 4-1/2" (11.43 cm) up

the slot in the dash before spring resistance is evident ad^

iustment is necessary. NOTE: CHECK FOR PROPER
ipHING TENSION WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND THE

LIFT LEVER IN THE HIGHEST POSITION.

a Lower the mower deck for easier access
b Using (2) 7/16" wrenches, remove the bolt, nut & D-

Shaped washers (Fig 33 - inset).

c Move extension spring from lower end of slot to up

per end in rock shaft assembly and install bolt, nut &
the D-Shaped washers

d Tighten bolt and nut to secure the D-shaped wash

ers (flat side down).

26. Level Mower Housing

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or
driveway. Make sure lire pressure is correct, if tires are over
or under infiated, you will rrot properly adjust your mower

FIGURE 34

FIGURE 3S

NUT"C”

NUT"B"

SIDE-TO-SIDE MOWER ADJUSTMENT

a Depress lift lever plunger and use lift lever to raise

mower to maximum cutting height {Fig. 31).

b. Measure height from bottom of curl to ground line at

front of mower. Distance "A" should be the same on
both sides (Fig. 34).

c. if distance “A” needs to be changed, snap out ac

cess hole cover on L.H. side above footrest Use

11/16” wrench on nuts "B” and "C" at side-to-side
adjustment trunnion (Fig. 35),

d To raise left side of mower, loosen nut “B" and

tighten nut “C"

e To lower left side of mower, loosen nut “C" and

tighten nut "B".

22

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: ONE ROTATION OF ADJUSTMENT NUTS IS

FRONT-TO-REAR MOWER ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: MEASURE DISTANCE “D” FROM GROUND LINE

NOTE: WHEN ADJUSTING REAR SUSPENSION TRUN

EQUIVALENT TO APPROXIMATELY 3/16* (4.75

mm) HEIGHT CHANGE.

L Be sure all rwls are securely tightened.
g. Replace cover.

a. To obtainihe best cutting results, your mower hous

ing should be adjusted so the front and rear flange

distance "D" (Fig. 36) is 1/2’ (1.27 cm) lower in front
when the mower is positioned in the highest cutting
position.

TO BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT REAR

FLANGE AND COMPARE TO DISTANCE’D’ AT
BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT FRONT FLANGE.

b. To raise rear of mower, loosen nut “E" on both rear

suspension arms. Screw both nuts “P up EQUAL
NUMBER OF TURNS (Fig 37).

c. When distance "D* is 1/2" (1.27 cm) lower at front

than rear lighten nuts “E"

d. To lower rear of mower, loosen nut "P on both rear

suspension arms an EQUAL NUMBER OF TURNS
(Fig. 37).

e. When distance “D" is 1/2" (1.27 cm) tower at front

than rear, retighten nuts “E”.

NIONS. ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SO
MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL.

27. Storage

Remove mowerfromlractorfor winter storage. When mow
er Is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, re
move all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Give blades and uriderside
of fwusing a good coat of grease or rust preventative. Store
in a clean dry area.

A. Fuel System
R is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in es

sential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose, ortank during storage. Also, experience indicates
that alcohol blendedfuels (called gasohoior using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation
and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can dam
age the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid
engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before
storage of 30 days or longer.

B. Engine OH
Drain (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil,

(See chart page 16).

C. Cylinder

Remove spark plug.

1.

Pour one ounce (29.5 ml) of oil through spark plug

2.

hole in to cylinder.
Turn Ignition key to "START" position for a few sec

3.

onds to distritxjte oil.

Replace with new spark plug.

TRUNNION

NUT"E"

REAR
SUSPENSION

TRUNNION

NUT "F"

D. Battery

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE
EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS.
FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS

A.

E. General Cleaning

AWAY FROM BATTERIES. ALWAYS
WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
AROUND BATTERIES.

1. Prior to storage, clean terminals and top of
battery

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable from

negative side of battery.

3 Disconnect RED battery cable from positive

side of battery.

4. Position cables down and away from battery,

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc of ail foreign matter.

REAR
SUSPENSION

FIGURE 36

OCT AO

ItCArf
SUSPENSION

ARM
LIFT

Kl O ACI'T

O’riiM I

HGURE37

23

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

LUBRICATION CHART

©SiEMHOTOHOIL

0 GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

REFER TO PAGE 16 FOR

©

ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS

24

PROBLEM

WILL NOT START

WILL NOT TURN OVER

ENGINE CUCKS BUT WON’T START

HARD TO START

ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER

ENGINE OVERHEATS

TROUBLE SHOOTING

19*

Push Clutch/Bfake Pedal into Brake positton
Move Attachment Clutch Lover to "Disengaged* positton

IST'

Fill Tank wHh Gasoline. Check Fuel Line and Carburetor (dean if
necessary). Replace Fuel Rlter. Use Fresh Fuel

Check Fuse for fault and replace

«r

Recharge or replace Battery
Check Wiring
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap

m“

Adjust Valves

m

Push Clutch/Brake Pedal into brake position

tr

Charge or replace Battery

W'

Move Mower Clutch Lever to “DISENGAGED" position
Replace Ignition Switch

w-

Replace Interlock Switch(es)

tet

Replace Solenoid or Starter

mr

Check for fault and replace Fuse

m-

Check all Wire Connections and “Ground" Points

mt

Clean Battery Terminals

№'

Replace Starter or Solenoid

mt

Charge or Replace Battery

m

Chedt Wire Connectbns and “Ground” Points

m-

Place Throttle Control in “FAST” position and run starter several times
to clear out gas

cSP

Remove Air Filter and clean

■I-

Replace Spark Plug(s) and afjust gap

*s*

Recharge or replace Battery

1®*

Check the Wiring

lar

Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor. Use Fresh Fuel Replace Fuel Filter

w

Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor

ar

Adjust Valves

ar

Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to a lower gear or reduce toad

19"

Drain Gas Tank and Carburetor, Use Fresh Fuel

19'

Remove and clean Air Cleaner

IT

Make necessary Carburetor adjustments

«r

Clean Air Screen

Add or change oil

19'

Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap

<at

Check for loose wires

m-'

Replace Fuel Filter

nt

Adjust Valves

m

Major Engine Overhaul

mt

Shift to lower gear or reduce load

mt

Clean Air Saoen

19-

Add or change oil

m-

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

m-

Remove and clean Muffler or replace

Mr

Remove and clean Air Filter

25

TROUBLE SHOOTING

NOUGH1B

WONT CHARGE

ENGINE WILL NOT SHUT DOWN

WHEN OPERATOR LEAVES SEAT

UNSATISFACTORY MOWER PERFORÎWANCE

UNEVEN DISTRIBUTION OF CUPPINGS

MOWER BLADES WILL NOT ROTATE

EXCESSIVE MOWER VIBRATION

WINDROWING STRIPPING OH

DROPPING OF GRASS CUPPINGS

UNEVEN CUT OR SCALPING

m-

Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor

m

Drän and replace oil for proper temperature

isr

Check Fuse, Switch and Wire Connections. Replace Headlight Bulbs

«r

Replace Switch

cr

Check Fuse for fault and replace

m

Replace Battery
Replace Regulator
Replace Altarnator

NOTE: Ibis tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
system. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine
running and the mower clutch engaged will shut down the engine.

Check all Wire connections

mt

Check Seat Switch

m-

Chedc Operator Presence Relay

tsr

Place Throttle Control in “FAST position
Check air pressure in Tires

m-

Check front-to-rear and side-to-side Mower adjustment

«r

Use a sbwer ground speed
Replace Mower Blades

mt

Reinstall Mower Blades with Sharp Edge down
Replace with proper Mower Blades

vsr

Readjust Mower Drive Belt

m-

Clean underside of Mower Deck

Correct Clutch mechanism Interference

Install new Mower Drive Belt

XSt

Adjust Mower Drive Belt

fiSr

Replace frozen Mandrel

fSBf

Replace frozen Idler Pulley

m-

Replace bent or unbalanced Blades

ifflr

Replace Mandrel, Replace Deck

«0^

Set Throttle for maximum engine speed

m-

Let grass dry out

for

Clean underside of Mower Deck

w

Readjust Mower front-to-rear and side-to-side

m-

Replace Blades

BT

Readjust Mower front-to-rear and side-to-side

sst

Replace Blades

Ifflr

Replace bent Mandreljs}

26

12 HP 38"

SCHEMATIC

mmm

lawn tractor - - model number d17.254611

№0

1ZV

“1“

O|lI I o

SLACK

FUSE

30 AMP

RED

WHiTi

lOTERLOCK SWITCHES

CLUTCH? BRAKE (aUTCHOFF)

(TOALUP)

ATTMENT CLUTCH

I RED

o

BUCK

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION

OFF

ON

START

aRCurr

B-S

WIRING INSULATED CURS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
OR CABLETIES WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT. THEY SHOULD
BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SE
CURE YOUR WIRING.

NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS

-O- REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS

3 AMPS DC
AT 3600 RPI«L BATTERY IN LINE

CnANGE

U6HT
SWITCH

YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A
SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE
LIGHTS ARE NOTCONNECTEDTOTHE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN
ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF
THIS,THE BRIGHTNESS OFTHE UGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH THE ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE SPEED, THE LIGHTS
WILLDIM. ASTHEENGINEISSPEEDED
UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR
BRIGHTEST.

27

CHAKIS
GROIJND

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - • MODEL NUMBER 917.254511

ELECTRICAL

U

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38” RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

ELECTRICAL

IS9

iO

KEY
NO. NO.

1

PART

7662J

2 124108X

3 126399X
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12
13
14 STD541425
15 108423X
16
17

18

19
20
21
22 STDS51025
23

24

25

26

27

10931OX Key. Molded

110712X
104446X

7603J

109596X
STD365402 • Switch, Ignition

108824X
STDS51125
STD541225
STD5^50S

11050400
719J
5114J

109553X
4207J

STD522507

STD541025

121265X

102476X

123198X

STD551125

DESCRIPTION

Bulb, Light
Harness, Light Socket
Harness, Wiring

Switch, Light
Switch, Interlock
Tray, Battery
Clamp, Hose

Fuse. 30 Amp

* Washer, Lock, 1/4

• Nut. Hex Jam 1/4 20
. Bolt, Hex, 1/4 20 X 1/2 Gr, 5

• Nut. Keps 1/4 20
Cable Assembly
Washer Lock. Ext. Tooth, 1/4
Cover, Terminal
Cable, Battery
Switch, interlock
Cable, Batterv

• Bolt, Hex. 1/4 20 X 3/4

• Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

• Nut, Hex 1/4-20
Battery, 12V„ 25 Amp

Terminal Guard
Wing Nut 1/4-20

• Washer, Lock Hvy Helical Spring

KEY
NO.

28 72240460 Bolt Rd. Hd. Sq. Nk. 1/4 20 x
29

30
31 109788X Nut, Ignition
32 7192J Cable Tie
33
34 121305X
35
36 74641008

37
38
39
41 11150400 Lockwasher 1/4 Internal Tooth

—

—

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

PART
NO.

10908IX
109787X

105687X
STD601005

73951000 Nut Keps No. 10-32 x 1/2
4171H Clip Insulated

121264X

101539X
126795X

1 inch » 25.4 mm.

•STANDARD HARDWARE -PURCHASE LOCALLY

DESCRIPTION

7-1/12
Solenoid
Bezel ' ignition

Tube, Plastic
Switch, Plunger

• Screw,Tap Hex Hd. #10 x 24 UNO
Screw - Slotted Pan Hd. No, 10-32 x

1/2

Battery Caps Set

Sheet, Instruction, Tractor, 15®
Owner’s Manual

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38” RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

40

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

CHASSIS

KEY
NO. NO.

1

2 17430612 Screw. Hex Washer ThcJ. Roll

3 17490616

4
5
6 73680500
7
8
9

10

11
12

13
14

u

15
16
!7

IS STDSS1125
20
21 19131312
22
24

25
26
27
29
30
31
32
33 121248X
34

PART DESCRIPTION

121075X

105513X
106529X

124181X
109872X
STD523707

Seat

3/8 16 X 3/4
Screw, Hex Washer Thd. flotling

3/6 16 1
Bracket-Pivol. Seal
Soft. Shoulder, 5'16 18
Nul Crownlock 5i16 18

Spring. Seat
Fender

* Bolt. Fin Hex 3/8x16 UNO x 3/4

17030808 Screw, Spiderlock Hex #8 x 1/2 AB

73680600

17490608
109873X Bracket, Fender

STDS12505

10S465X

Nut, Crownlock 3'8 16

Screw. Hex Washer Thd Roll 3 8

16x12

• Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4 x 20 UNC x 1/2

Footrest. L H

105464X Footrest. R.H

STD533707

• Bah, RdHdSqNk 3/8 x 16 UNC x 3/4

• Washer. Lock, Hvy Helical Spring

STD523710

•Bolt. Fin Hex 3/8x16UNCx1
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

124029X

19131210

124238X
105466X

Lens Assembly

Washer 13 32 x 3'4 x 10 Ga

Cap, Spring
Pad, Footrest

124493X Decal, 12 HP

122933X Rivot, Ratchet, Nylon
124027X

Shield, Hcx>d, Heat

123665X Deflector, Heat
124025X

STD541437

Hood Assembly

Bushing. Snap

• Nut. Crownlock 3/8x16 UNC

KEY

PART

NO. NO.

35
36
37
3B
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50 123976X
51
52
53
54
55
56 124490X

57

58

59
60
61

62

124479X

124355X

121306X

124294X

125880X

124492X

4900J

105809X

109199X
19132012

121440X
121441X
2751R

19131614
72170410

121251X

121250X Spring, Seat, Compression

121249X
121246X

124489X
123913X

123914X
124040X
123915X
105037X
121144X

63 STD525010
64
65

66

19171912

106974X Decal, Caution
750211

67 STD551150

DESCRIPTION •

Washer, Black, Nylon

Chassis Assembly
Drawbar

Pan . Seat
Decal Fender
Decal. Grill, Craftsman

Decal, Clutch/Brake

Deca), Chassis, S Spaed, 38*

Decal, V-Belt Ground Drive

Washer 13/32 x M/4 x 12 Ga.
Guide Belt. Lower. Eng. Pulley, L.H.
Guide Belt, Lower, Eng. Pulley. R.H

Clip
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga-

BoN.RdHd 1/4x20x1-1/4

Nut, Hex, Lg., Flange, Loc.

Strip. Foam

spacer. Split
Bracket, Switch Mount

Decal Strioe Hood L.H.
Oecai Stripe Hood R.H,

Bracket, Rvot, R.H.
Bracket, Pivot, L.H.
Spring, Extension
Grill
Foam, Strip 18
Boh. Shoulder

• Boh, Fin Hex 1/2 -13 UNC x 1 Gr. 5
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

Decal, USA

* Washer, Lock Hvy. Helical Spring

B c

□ 5 J 9

® <S> 24

©6

10

(5^19

14

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

•STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY
L

® 44
® 11

|49

® 50

12

© 21

©11

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ■■ - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

DRIVE

/8515/^35 4

?'i|^77 27 3^\\y I

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^36

.-O' -i

2 / 57

88

OPTIONAL EQUtPMINT

Spark Arresier

32

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12 HP 38” RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9.17.254611

DRIVE

KEV PART
W NO.

1

126126X

*

2

10S731X

3

13200300

4

STD551143

5

74770720

6

12S907X

7

12298ЭХ

8

2949R Gasket

9 101326L

10

12

12352вХ

STD551131

12121BX
STD551031
17490620

73680500
123666X

STD523710

17490512

108171X

123662X

4921H

STD523107

11

13

14

15 STD5S1125
16 122372X

17 STD523727

18 STD541437
19
20

21 12000028

22 109167X
23
24

25
26
27
28 10ei90X

29

30 STD541437

31

123770X

32

123663X

33
34 121748X
35 Ш6933Х

STD523707

36 124379X

37 71040412

38 105701X
39

40 19151216
41 104777X
42

43
44 105730X

45
46
47

STD561210

17490612

19131312

10Э070Х

4470J Spacer

123674X

A В

DESCRIPTION

Engine, 12 HP, Tecumseh, Model
Number 143,408152

Pulley, Eneine

Elbow' STD 90 3/8 -18 NPT

* Washer, Lock, Hvy Helical Spring

Bolt. Нек 7/16 20 к М/4
V Belt. Drive
Muffler

Deflector, Muffler

Screw, Hex Head Cap

•Washer- Lock 5/16

Keeper, Belt, Engine

Washer 11/32x11/16x16Ga.
Screw, Hex Washer Thd Rolling

3/8x 16xM/2

• Washer,Lock, Hvy. Helical Spring
Transaxle, Tecumseh 5 Speed,
143,920037 (See pages 40 and 41)

• Bolt. Нек 3/8 16 X 2 3/4

•Nut, Crownlock 3/8 16

Nut, Crownlock 5/16 X 18

Pulley, Transaxle
Ring, Retainer
Bracket Transaxie

• Boil Hex 3/8 16 X 1

Screw. Hex Washer Thread Rolling

5/16-18 X 3/4
Support. Battery
Keeper 8eit. L H
Retainer Spring
Clamp

* Soil- Hex 5/16 18 X 3/4

• Nut, Crownlock 5/16 X 16

Strap Locator
Keeper Belt. R H

• Boll, Hex 3/8-16 X 3/4
Washer 25/32 x 1 5/8 x 16 Ga
Knob Shift
Rod Shift
Bolt Hex 1/4-28 X 3/4

Washer Shift Plate

* Cotter Pin, 1/8x1

Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga
Retainer Belt
Screw, Hex Washer Thd Rolling 3/B

16x3/4

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga
Keeper, Bell. Engine

Retainer Belt

Idler Flat

C D E F

KEY PART DESCRIPTION
NO.

NO

48

123766X

49

123789X

50

STD523715 ' Bolt. Hex 3/B 16x11.2

51

105709X

52

110B12X

53

12000039

54

105710X Link, Clutch
STD561210 .

55
56

123102X Bracket. Clutch

57 110437X
58

106888X Spring, Rod, Brake

59

73350600

60

19131316

61

12563BX

62 1242Э6Х Cap Plunger
63

122424X

64

8883R
66 121749X
66

STD571810 ’

67

120183X Bearing, Nylon

68

123583X

69

13280324

70

59192 Cap Valve

71

65139

72

3588R

73

106108X

74

109501X

2751R

75

76

12000001
77

121520X
78

STD533707 ’

79

110422X

80

105706X Bearing

81

123205X Retainer Beh

82

17030808

83

105700X

84

108843X

85

19091210

86

11050600

87

7152J

88

121851X

89

STD551062 •

74760540

90

91 104757X
92

STD58002S •

93

126629X

94

STD541437 *

95

*—

•STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

H

a к

Pulley, Idler

Arm, Idler

Spring, Return. Clutch
Washer Hardened
Ring Klip '

Pin Cotter 1/8x34

Rod Brake

Nut Jam 3/8 16
Washer 13/32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga
Rod Brake, Parking

Shaft Foot Pedal
Cover Pedal
Washer 25/32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga

■ Pm. Roll 3/16 X 1

Key, Square, 2.5 x ,1845/. 1865

Nipple. Pipe 3/8 NPT 3"
Stem, Valve

Tire, Rear
Rim Assembly, B", Rear

Spacer

Clip, Fuel Line

E Ring

Strap, Torque Transaxle
Bolt. Carnage 3/8 16 x 3/4
Spring Brake

Screw Spider Lock No 8-18

X 1/2 ABTPS

Spring

Plate. Shift
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga
Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
Tube Tire (not lurmshed with tractor)

Spark Arrester

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Boh, Hex 5/16x16x2-1/2

Cap, Hub

Key, Woodruff #9 3/16x3/4

Decal, Craftsman/Teoumseh 12 HP

Nut, Lock Hex w/wsh ins 3/8-16
See Key No. 72, Page 43

L M

33 '^42 *^78

®tei^3^43 @11

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12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

STEERING AND FRONT AXLE

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

STEERING AND FRONT AXLE

27

28

29
30

31
32
33

34

11

12
13
14
15
16

1 7

18
19
20

21

22

23
24
25
26

KEY
NO

I
2
3

4
5
6

7

8

9

10

PART

OESCRiPTION KEY

NO

123042X012

74180512
73510500

109816X

124434X

17720410

Dash
Screw Truss Hd 5/16 18 x 3/4
Nut Keps 5/16 IB

Nyilner, Snap In
Control Throttle

Screw, Hex Thread Cut
1/4 X 20 X 5/8

126684X
124417X

WasherS/8x 1/4x16 Ga,
Bcxjt, Steering Shaft

124466X011 Saddle

17490608

2751R

125879X

100710L
STDS41350

100712K
100713N
10071IL

STD551125
71070410
124030X
5479J
STD611005

108456X

124373X
124036X

17490612

6266H

124034X
124035X

12000029

57079
124038X
122819X
104757X

Screw Hex Washer Hd Thread

RoNtng 3'8 16 X 1 2
Clip Insulated
Decal Steering Wheel Cap
Insert Steering Wheel

• Nut Hex Jam Lock 1 2 20

Washer 2-1/4

Wheel Steering
Adapter Steering Wheel

• Lockwasher 1/4
Screw, Socket Hex 1/4 x 20 x 5/8

Bumper, Hood
Plug, Button

• Screw Hex Sell Tap No

10 16 X t 2 Type ABTPS

Decal Instruction uperatmg

Bushing Steering
Bracket Steering
Screw Hex Washer Thread Rolling
3 8 16 x 3 4 Type TT
Bearing Thrust

Gear Sector 65

Shaft, Support

Klip Ring
Washer. Hardened

Shaft, Steering, Lower
Screw, Special
Cap, Hub

64

66
68
69

59
60
61
63

43
44

45

46
47
48
49
50
51
52

53
54

55
56
57

50

NO

36

37
38
39
40
41
42

NO

124033X

105663X
105664X
74761060
10566ЭХ
110438X

73901000

17490508

124037X

3366R

PART

Ю5715Х

120754X

19131416

76020412

STD5S1137

73610600
124032X

105656X
Ю5654Х

278H

9040H

106732X

59192
65139

106222X

121/4ЭХ

59904

121748X
STD551231

110307X
19272016

121232X

•STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY

DESOilPTfON

Shaft, Pitman

Support Saddle Rear
Support Saddle. Front
Bolt Нек 5,'8 1 1 к 3 3 4
A*ie Front
Spacer Bearing Front Axle
Nut Lock Flange 5 8 11
Screw Hex Washer Thread Rolling
51618x12 Tvpe TT ■

Gear, Piniori

Bearing

Rod Tie
Bushing
Washer 13 32 x 7 8 « 16 Ga

F'o Cotter 18x34

* Washer Lock 3 8

Nut, Fin Hex 3/8 X 24 UNF

Link Drag
Spindle L H
Spindle R H
Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange
Rim 6 Front (Inc 2 Each Key
No 561
Cap Valve
Stem Valve

Tire, Front

Washer 25 32 x I 1 4 x 16 Ga

Tube Front tNot furnished with

tractor)

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 X 16 Ga,,

* Washer Lock, Int Tooth 5 16

Stop, Mower Clutch

Washer 27 32 x 1 i 4 x 16 Ga

Gap, Spindle

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

1 inch t= 25,4 mm.

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REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR»

LIFT ADJUSTMENT

MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

20

20

36

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

LIFT ADJUSTMENT

29
30
31

24
25
26

27
28

20
21
22

23

Kiv
NO

10
11
12

13

14

15

16
17

18
19

PART

DESCRIPTION

NO

1

124429X Handle Ctuich Mower

2

106932X

3

10645IX

4

73680600

5

106452X

6

19171516

7

17021008

a

106447X

9

123549X
109202X
101335K

124026X
123487X

17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Thd Rolling

19091416

122795X

121794X
124031X012
19211416

STD5B1062
122365X
122512X

17490412
105736X

53208

120183X
105839X

105836X
STD551025
122507X

105751X

Knob
Bolt Shoulder
Nui, Crownlock 3/S 16

Bracket Switch Interlock

Washer 17/32 x 15/16 x 16 Ga.

Screw He* Tapping No 10 24

1 2 ■

Support Lever Clutch
Cap Fuel

Tank Fuel
Line Fuel
Grommet
Clamp Hose

3/8 X 16 X 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga

Panel Dash L H
Cover Access
Panel Dash R H

Washer 21/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

• E Ring

Button, Plunger
Spring, Compression

Screw, Hex Washer Thd Rolling

1/4 -20 X 3/4
Shield, Heat
Clip, Insulated
Bearing, Nylon

Receptacle, 1/4 Turn
Retainer, 1/4 Turn

• Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga

Shalt Lilt

Slud, 1/4 Turn

KEYNOPART

DESCRIPTION

NO

32
33

34
35 11Q029X
36 110447X
37
3B
39

40
41

42
43
44
45 4921H
46 I05864X
47
48
49 109728X
50
51
52

53

54

55
56
57
59
60
61
62

122364X
125631X

4939M

n0448X
121598X
105848X
121599X
106308X

STD541050

9135R

19171516

106444X

STD523707

STD561210

124444X

19131410

122514X

105767X

124446X

72140606
108236X

110739X
73980600
73360700
73710700

•STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY

Plunger
Grip Handle
Retainer Srpmg
Link LitS
Trunnion Lift
Link Liit Adiustable
Arm Suspension R H
Bolt Shoulder 3 8 16

Arm Suspension L H

Trunnion Lift Lower

* Nut Hex 12 13

Retainer Spring
Washer 17 32 X 15 16 * 16 Ga
Retainer Spring
Bracket Suspension
Bracket Belicrank

■ Bolt Hex 3 8 16 * 3 4
Belicrank Assembly

• Pin Colter 18*34
Rod Cl rich. Primary

Washer 1 3 32 * 7 8 * 10 Ga
Pod Assembly Lever

Pin Groove
Spring Extension

Screw 3 6 16x34
Bracket Switch
Washer Spring
Nut Flangelock 3 8 16
Not Hex Jam 7 16 20
Nut Crownlock 7 16 20

NOTE: All component dimensions gwen in U.S„ inches.

1 inch = 25,4 mm„

56

f se f ^ f

® 4

8

14 n 39 y 48

(0)59 @4

60

23

37

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR

38” MOWER

- MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

38

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38” RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

38” MOWER

PART

KEY
NO

NO

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO

PART
NO

DESCRIPTION

t
2
3
4
5
e
7

В 110452X

9 106734X Spritig, Deflector
10
11
12 105814X
13 105304X
14
15 105744X

16 105B72X Stop, Link
17
18

19 73680500
20 109598X
21 10Э597Х
22

23
24 10Í603X Support. Arm
25 109504X
26
27
28 74760632
29 1235S3X Arm, Idler
Э0 106902X
31 '21Э16Х
32 106513X
33 102в69Х
34 121в87Х
35 1006681
36
37

106085X V-Belt

121259X Housing
8417J Runner, R H
73680600

19111216 Washer 11/32 * 3/4 X 16 Ga
72140605
10589вХ

106735X
106736X

loseeax

109835X

STD523707

STD533107

3713J Decal, Instruction Caution

_ _ _

126756X

17490614

17490620

Nut, Crownlock 3/8 16

Bolt, Carr., 5/16 18 X 5/8
Bracket. Dellector

Puahnut
Rod • Hinge

Dellector Shield
Oecai, V Bel! Mower Drive
Cep
Link Parallei
Pin Hinge. Front

Pin Hinge. Rear

• Bolt 3/8 16 X 3/4
Nut. Crownlock 5/16 18
Bracket Lift R H
Bracket. Lift. L.H

• Bolt Ca rr 5/16 18 x 3/4

Stop, Deck. Front
Decal Safety Standard Not Serviced
Guide Beit
Boll 3/8 16x2

Spacer Retainer
Pulley idler

Washer. Wear 1/16
Keeper. Belt
Mandrel Assembly
Plate. Support Mandrel

Screw. Hex Washer Hd 3/8 x 16 x 7/8
Screw, Hex Washer Hd 3/8 x 16 x 1-1/4

38 121263X
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48 108247X
49
50
51 10824IX
52 106857X
53
54
55
56
57
58 100672K

59 100673L
60
61
62 7631,J
63
64
65
66
67
68
69

70 109893X

71

72 110445X

73

19132012
STD551137 • Washer. Lock 3/8
STD623715

108250X

108235X
4921H

6404J

124066X

76020616

72140606

108243X

108673X

Ш6578Х

106463X

t08249X

106456X

19131614
74760688

19111016

72140610

121343X Decal Warning

122314X
STD560907

72110506

74760412

73680400

STD551037

122215X

Blade
Washer 13/32 x 1 1/4 x 12 Ga

. Bolt. Hex, 3/8 24 X 1 1/2 Gr 5

Spring, Extension
Rod Clutch Mower
Spring Retainer
Spacer 1/2x9/16
Rock Shalt Assembly
Pin. Cotter. 3/16 X 1
Rod. Brake. Primary
Ben. Carr. 3/8-16 X 3/4
Bracket, Pivot. R H
Bracket. Pivot L H
Bracket, Suspension Rear. R И
Bracket. Suspension. Rear, L H
Brake Assembly
Rod Brake. Secondary. L H
Rod, Brake. Secondary. Я H
Bracket. Brake. Pivot
Spacer, Brake
Bracket. Suppon
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga
Bolt. 3/8-16 X 5-1/2
Runner L H.
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga
Bolt. 3/8-16 X 1-1/4

Spacer

• Pin. Cotter, 3/32 X 1/2
Bolt. Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4
Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer, Special

Nut Crownlock 1/4 20

Plate, Support, Mandrel, LH.

• Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
Mower Assembly, Complete

• STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: Aii component dimenstans given in U S. inches.

1 inch s 25.4 mm,

'22

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22

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36

37

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REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

TRANSAXLE PEERLESS - MODEL NUMBER 143.920-037

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REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 38” RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254611

TRANSAXLE PEERLESS - MODEL NUMBER 143.920-037

Ref.

No.

10

11
12 778113A
13
14

15
16
17
18

18A
20 792077
21
22 792079
23 788061 Ring, Felt 60
25

26
27 792035
28 788040 Ring, Retainer
29
30 780108 Washer, Thrust
31 780001 Washer
32

33
34 780105A Bushing, Flanged
35 TKIIIBA
36
37 790007
38

Part

No.

1

2
4

S
6

7
8
8

772094
780086 Bearing, Needle

3

770082
776260 Shaft, Counter
776219
778139 Gear, Output
778136
792123A Key

784216 Collar, Shifter
784340
778229 Gear, Bevel (42 teeth)

778221

77«368 Gear, Bevel pinion
7^165
1W101 Block, Bearing

786040
786121 Spacer, Neutral 54
786122 Spacer

792078 Set Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/8 57 778128A

792073 Screw, Flanged hex hd thread form 61

792125 Ring, Retainer (4 req , pkg of 2) 64

imjz Washer, Thrust 67

7B20Q1 "0" Ring

788051 Seal, Square cut 70

790003
790006

Cover, Transaxle
Case, Transaxle
Shaft 6f Pinion Assy., Output
Goar, Spur (15 teeth!

Rod & Fork Assy , Shift
Bevel Pinion, Input

Gear, Bevel
Gear, Ring
Pin, Drive S3

Balt, Steel (5/16" dia.)

Spring 58 778163

ing, 1/4-20 X 1-1/4
Ring, Retainer

Bushing, Flanged
Disk, Brake
Piste, Brake pad 75 786072 Spacer
Pad, Brake

Part Name

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

39 786026
40 7^76
40A 792128
41 790047
42 792073

43 792075
44
45
46 776135
47
48 774^1

50 7TO124A
51 778123A Gear, Spur (25 teeth)
52 778122A

55
56 778127A

62 786107
65 7«3109 Washer, Thrust

66 786067

68 786086
69 780051 Washer, Thrust

71 788069
72 788116 Disk
74 786071

790025
776273 Shaft, Brake

774690 Axle 111-15/16 long)
778191

778209
778230
778126A Gear, Spur (20 teeth)

786081
786082

792074

792085

786118 Spacer

Pin, Dowel
Washer, Flat
Washer, Flat

Lever, Brake'
Screw, Flanged hex hd, thread form

ing, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4
Nut, Lock, 5/16-24
Holder, Brake pad

Shaft, Input

Axle (16-1/2" long)

Goar, Spur (37 teeth)

Gear, Spur (30 teeth)
Gear, Spur (22 teeth)

Gear, Spur (19 teeth)
Gear, Spur (12 teeth)

Gear, Spur (25 teeth)
Gear, Spur (28 teeth)
Goar, Spur (31 teeth)
Chain, Roller |No. 41 chain, 24 links)
Sprocket (9 teeth)
Sprocket (18 teeth)
Plug, Hex hd., 9/16-18 thread

Spacer
Screw, Flanged hex hd. thread form

ing 1/4-20x2-1/4

Bracket, Brake lever

Seal, Square cut
Spacer

Part Name

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

1 inch - 25.4 mm.

41

CRAFTSMAN 4-aOE ENGINE

282\

MODEL: 143.406152

@-251

2S0

mmasdSERiu.

NINNSaS HERE

m

146144

150l^ -

IK ^164

1S3

Revised 1-18*^

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE

Ref.

No.

14
15 35324
16
17
18

19
20
25
25A

26 650561
30

31

35

36
37
38
40

40 3S777

40

41
41

41
42

42
42
43
45

46
47
48

SO

51
52
60 35316 1

61

64

65
70

72

75
80
81 35479 y
82
83
84
86

88
89
90
92

93
100
101
102
103

119
120

Part

No.

1

2

-

35323A
27№2
28277

35520

■29916
650548

35521

35319
35326
30322

35338A

35327
29826
29918
29216
29642

35776

35778

35773
35774

35775
35779

357«)

35781

35772

35330A

650908
650882

35313
3S314A

35315 \

31356 1
*35317 {

30063 Î

650128 i

35711A f

31927 F

35319 £
35712 £

35321 C

35322 £

29193 F

650833 E

31707A S

32589 K

611093 F

650880 V

650881 h

35135 S
610118 C
650872 S
650814 S

•35306A G
35307 H

Cylinder Assy, ilncl. Nos. 2 & 20)

Pin, Dowel
Washer, Flat
Rod, Governor
Lever, Governor
Clamp, Throttle lever
Screw, Hex washer hd., 8-32 x 5/16

Spring, Control
Seal, Oil
Baffle, Blower housing
Nut & Washer, B-32 "keps"
Screw, Hex washer hd. Duriok, 1/4-20
x5/8
Crankshaft Assy. {Counterbalance)
Gear, Counterbalance
Screw, Hex washer hd-, 10-32 x 3/4

Washer, ET. Lock

Nut, Lock, 10-32

Ring, Retaining .
Piston, Pin & Ring Assy. ¡Std.) {Incl.
Nos. 41, 42 & 431
Piston, Pin & Ring Assy. (.010 over
size) {fncl. Nos. 41, 42 & 43)
Piston, Pin & Ring Assy. (.020 over

size) (Incl. Nos. 41, 42 & 43)

Piston & Pin

(Incl. No. 43)
Piston & Pin

No. 43)

t

: 1/2

8

1

1

Part Name

Assy. (.010 oversize)

Assy. (.020 oversize)

(Mechanical

ncl. No, 48)

Hex washer hd. Sems, 1/4-20

Hex hd. Sems, 10-24 x 1/2

Governor

Hex washer hd. Powerlok,

Compression

Sems,

Ref.

No.

121

1|
123
124

12b
125
125
126
127
128
129
130

135
141

142
143
144
145
146

147
148
149

150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157

158
159
160
161

162
iæ
170
171
172
173
174
1«)

181
182
184
185
186
186A

202
205
207
209A

210
211

216

Part

No.

73(018

^2035

35288

650738

35308
35433
35309
35432

650691
650690
650746

650^2

34046

t*33481

35475
35310

t*33484

650168

32610A

t*33509
t*34410

33510
33507
33508

t*35295

35296

6508^
35297
35298

t*28264

35466

t*35299B

35300

t*650879

t*650903

•27896A
28423
28424
28425
35350

650128

35301
650128
650517

*33263

35304

35522

35523

33802

650777

35525

650902

27793

28942

35524

MODEL; 143.406152

Part Name

Valve Guide Kit (Ind. 2 of No. 122)
Ring, Retaining
Brace, Intake pipe
Screw, Hex washer spinlock hd.
thread forming, 1/4-20 x 5/8

Valve, Exhaust (Std.)
Valve, Exhaust (1/32" oversize)
Valve, Intake (Std.)
Valve, Intake (1/32" oversize)
Washer, Flat
Washer, Belleville
Screw, Hex hd., 5/16-18 x 3/8
Screw, Hex hd,, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4
Resistor Spark plug (Champion RL-

86C or equivalent)

"0" Ring

Tube, Push rod

Housing, Rocker arm

"0" Ring

Washer, Flat

Screw, Flanged hex hd., 1/4-20 x

29/32

"0" Ring (Intake)
"0" Ring (Exhaust)
Cap, Valve spring
Spring, Valve
Cap, Valve spring keeper
"0" Ring

Guide, Push rod
Stud, Rocker arm
Arm, Rocker
Bearing, Rocker arm
Nut Assy., Lock (Incl. No, 162)

Rod, Push
"0" Ring Assy. (Ind. No. 161)
Cover, Rocker arm housing
Screw, Truss hd. w/sealing
lockwasher, 8-32 x 1/2
Nut, Hex Jam
Gasket, Valve cover
Body, Breather
Element, Breather
Cover, Valve spring box

Tube, Breather

Screw, Hex hd. Sems, 10-24 x 1/2
Extension, Blower housing

Screw, Hex hd. Sems, 10-24 x 1/2
Screw, Hex hd. Sems, 1/4-20 x 13/16
Gasket, Carburetor to intake pipe
Pipe, Intake '
Link, Governor

Link, Choke
Spring, Compression
Screw, Fit, hd., 6-32 x 21/32
Link, Ciontrol bracket
Screw, Hex washer hd.., Sems, 10-32 x

7/16

Clip, Conduit
Screw, Hex washer hd, Sems, 10-32 x

3/8

Bracket Assy., Override control (incl

Nos . 202, 205)

■indicates Part included in
Gasket Set, Ref. No, 400.

itndicatos Parts Included in

"0" Ring Set, Ref. No. 401.

43

CRAFTSMAN 4-aCLE ENGINE

MODEL BndSaiAL

NUMBERS HBIE

306’

MODEL: 143.406152

250

-

...

......

-

Ravisad 1-18-30

CRAFTSMAN 4-ŒCLE ENGINE

Eef.

No.

237
239
239A
240

243
245

246A
250
251
2S1A

252
260

281
262
265
286
287

290
292
292A
296
305

mi

ms

308A
310

Part

No.

fKZf9Q£l

«SOcoo

•33629

'•35408

364026

«10875

35403
35404

35405
650886
65062S
650887

35793

30063

29747B
35290
35792

650936

29774
26460
35864
34279B
35574
35499
33997

æ437

35578

Fart Name

Adpater, Air cleaner
Gasket, Air cleaner elbow
Gasket, Air clesner'tO'housIng
Body Assy., Air cleaner {Incl. Nos. 239
&239A)
Screw, Rl. hd, Sams, 10-32 x 5-1/4
Slsment, Air cleaner (Incl. No. 251AI
(paper)

Rfter, Poly pre-cleaner
Cover, Air cleaner
Nut, Wing 1/4-2)
Nut & Lockwastier, 1/4-20 (Sealing)
Screw, Hex washer hd. self-drill, self
tap, 1/4-20x1
Housing, Blower
Screw, Hex hd. Sems, 1/4-20 x 1/2
Screw, Hexhd. Sems, 5/16-24x21/32
Cover, Cylinder head
Scieen, Debris
Screw, Hex washer hd. shoulder,
10-32x13/32
Line, Fuel
Clamp, Fuel line
Clamp, Fuel filter to fuel line
filter, FuBi (Incl. Nos. 292 & 292A)

Tube, OH fill
"0" Ring
Clip, Oil fill tube
Clip, Oil fill tube
Dipstick, Oil

Ref.
No.

314
316

321
322
323

3^

342
361

363
370
380
395
400
401

Part

No.

650873
611113

610335

610^1
610^2

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30063
34148

34346

632490

36763
36«5
35332

MODEL: 143.406152

Part Name

Screw, Hex hd. Sems, 1/4-20 x 3/4
Coil Assy., Alternator (3 Amp D.C.)
(Incl. Nos, 321,322 & 323)
Diode

Connector, Body

Terminal, Female

Clip, Wire
Screw, Hex hd. Sems, 5/16-18 x 5/8
Screw, Hex washer hd. Sems, 1/4-20

X 1/2

Spring, Coil

Decal, Instruction
Carburetor (Incl. No. 184)
Starter Motor (12 Vott) '
Gasket Set (Incl, items marked *)
"O" Ring Kit (Incl. items marked t)

RPM Setting;
High Speed: 3350 •
Low Speed: 1950 -

•Indicates Parts Included in
Gasket Sot, Ref. No. 400.

ttnd!ca№3 Parts Included in

•'0" Ring Kit, Ref. No. 401.

3650

22K3

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CARBURETOR NO. 632430

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No.

Part

No.

.

igSOT

1 632471

2 632244
3

632517

4 650506

S

630766

5A

630738

6

650417

7

632472
8 632473
9

632429A

10

•630748

11 •631027

12

•631021

13 631022
14

632019

15

•631024 Shaft, Float

16 •631867

21

27110

22

•632239

23

630740

24 •632281
25 •631028
27

631184 Washer

7B 631971

29A

631183 Seal, Dust

30 630739

31

631775

32

632347 ( Repair Kit (irtci. items marked •)

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Part Name

Carburetor
Shaft a* Lever Assy., Throttle
Spring, Throttle return

Shutter, Throttie

Screw, Rd. hd., 4-40 x 3/16
Spring, Idle regulating screw
Spring, Main adjustment screw
Screw, Idle regulating
Shaft & Lever Assy., Choke
Spring, Return
Shutter, Choke
Plug, Welch

Plug, Welch
Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip Assy,

(Inct, No. 13)
Clip, Inlet needle
Float, Carburetor

Bowl, Float
Gasket, Bowl-to-body
Adjustment Screw Assy., Main
adjustment screw (incl Nos, 6A,
21, 23 &30)
"0" Ring
Screw, Idle adjustment
Gasket, Bowf-to-body

Seal, Dust

Washer, Flat

Fitting, Fuel

STARTER MOTOR NO. 35763

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

35763

1

33451

2

33842

3

33430

4

33431

5

33432
6 33433A
7

33450
8 33434
9

33703 Armature

10

33759 Housing Assy

11

33712

12

33705

13

33440

14 590500
15

33449

16

35766

17

650168

18

650723 Nut, Hex

19

34685

Part Name

Starting Motor, Complete
Cover, Dust
Ring. Retainer

Retainer, Spring
Spring, Anti-drift
Gear
Nut & Retainer (Incl. No, 2)
Nut, Lock
Cap Assy ., Drive end

Card Assy., Brush (incl. No. 12)
Brush & Spring Kit (Incl 4 pcs of
No. 13)
Spring, Brush
Washer, Thrust
Bolt, 10-32x4-1/4
Cap Assy., Commutator end
Washer, Flat

Terminal Insulators

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SERVICE NOTES

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SERVICE NOTES

48

SERVICE NOTES

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Attachments That Add to the Usefulness of Your Craftsman Lawn Tractor

(induding changes in the stock number) may bo made in these attachments, or soma may no iongar be available.
Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or converston kits {those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching. You may order these attachments at most Sears retail stores, catalog sales offices, and through the catalog.
PERMANEX BAGGER lets you coflect grass clippings and leaves for a healthier, neater-looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold 30-

gallon plastic bags. Stock number 71-24940
LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass dippings and leaves.

' 71-24030

71-24032
71-24033

71-24038

LAW! VACS for powerful ooilecttons

71-2452 3HP

CAR1B make hauling easy.

71-24353

71-24354

71-24355 10CU,ft.

71-24356

HOLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18 inch diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 lbs of weight. Rounded edges prevent
harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum. Stock number 71-24084,

SPREADER/SEEDEHS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also usefulfor granular de-icers and sand.

71 -24194 Drc^ type, 36 inch. 12 in, semi-pneumatic wheels. 100 lb. capcKy steal hopper.

71 -24394 Broadcasts over a 5 to 8 foot swath. 70 lb. capacity steel hopper. Noncorrosive spreading spinner, nylon gear box.

stainless steal shaft.

High-Perfbrrtianca 32 in.

of heavy grass dippings and leaves; Wand attachment

4 cu. ft. 400 Ib,.

lOcu. ft. 1,0001b,

14cu. ft.

30-in,
32-in.

38-in.

to pick up debris in

12 bu.

1.0001b. Dump cart
1,250 ib.

9.0 cu. ft.

10.0 cu. ft.

11.S cu. ft.

12.5 cu.ft.

71-26471 chute

Dump cart
Hauling cart

Dump cart

71 -24395 Broadcasts 8 to 10 foot swath. 160 ib. capacity.No-rust polypropylene hopper and impeller. Vinyl hopper cover.

CORING AERATORtakes small plugs out of soil to allow moisture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24 hardened steel coring
tips. 150 Ib. capacity weight tray. Stock number 71-25351.

AERATOR promotes deep toot growth for a healthy fawn Tapered 2.5“ steel spikes mounted on 10-in. diameter discs puncture holes in
soii at dose intervals to let moisture soak H. Steel weight tray for increased penetration. Stock number 71 -2435.

DETHATCHER loosens and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pick up. Twenty spring tine teeth. Useful to prepare bare
areas for reseeding. 40 inch rear mount: Stock number 71-24313,38 inch front mount: Stock number 71-24301.

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractorbattery or other 12-volt source, includes booms for automatic spraying

when pulling, and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides,

and liquid fertilizers.

71 -2458 SO psi maximum pressure with 12 foot wand length. Sprays up to 25 feet with wand,
71-24398 25 psi maximum pressure with 10 tool wand length. Sprays up to 18 feet with wand.

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). Stock number

71-24407.

SNOWTHROWER has 40-irtch swath. Drum-type auger handles powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin arangement.

Discharge chute adjusts to 210 degree arc from tractor seat. 6-inch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 ft Lift controlled at tractor seat.
(Use with tire chains, wheel weights, or rear drawbar weight). Stock No. 71-24072.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; ctosely spaced extra-large cross links give smooth ride, outstanding traction. Slock No. 71-24952.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow removal or dozing heavy materials. In pairs. Stock No. 71 -24434 (30
Ib. each)
TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offere 360 degree vis^ility.

Hinged metal frame doors with catch. Keeps operator warm and dry . Remove vinyl and windshield for use as sun protector in summer. Stock
No. 71-24171.
Optional accessories lor tractor cab: tinted/lempered solid safety glass windshied with hand operated wiper (Stock No. 71 -26168); 12-volt

amber caution light for mounting on cab top (Stock No. 71-26169).
TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather . Made of Ewaiution 3 fabric (water repellent, extremely breathable, light weight, soft, non

abrasive, pliable in all temperatures, durable, stain-tear-puncture resistant, will not shrink or stretch). Stock No. 71-24601.

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

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Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not
greater than 15“} never across the face. Make turns gradu

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ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.

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OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254611

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP

ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER DECK
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Each Tractor has its own tmdel number Each Engine has its own
rrxKlel mjmber.

The modei number for your Tractor wili be found on the Model Plate

located under the seat.

The model nurrtoer 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 FOLLOWING

INFORMATION;

• PRODUCT-12 HP LAVW TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917.254611

• ENGINE MODEL NUMBER -143.406152

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

126795XOE 2 10.90

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service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians
sional technicians specificaliy trained to insure that we meet our pledge
to you, we service what we sell.

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