Sears 917.257462 User Manual

SEARS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

|

917.257462

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Be.fore Operating

This Equipment

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12.0 HP
ELECTRIC START

36" MOWER
6 SPEED

LAWN RIDER

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Service and Adjustment

• Repair Parts

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

& SAFETY RULES &

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area isclear ofother people before mowing. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behin:l before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the
entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a

trailer or truck.

II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto loss-of-controland tipover

accidents,whichcanresultin severe injuryordeath. All slopes
requireextracaution. Ifyoucannotbackuptheslopeorifyoufeel
uneasyon it,do notmow it.

DO:

• Mow upand downslopes,notacross.

• Removeobstaclessuchas rocks,tree limbs,etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine. Tallgrasscan hideobstacles.

• Useslowspeed. Choosea lowgearsothatyouwillnothave

to stopor shiftwhileonthe slope.

• Followthemanufacturer'srecommendationsforwheelweights

or counterweightsto improvestability.

• Use extra care with grass catchersor otherattachments.

These can changethe stabilityofthe machine.

• Keepall movementontheslopesslowand gradual. Donot

make suddenchangesinspeedordirection.

• Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope. If tireslosetraction,
disengagethebladesand proceedslowlystraightdownthe

slope.

DO NOT:

• Donot tumonslopesunlessnecessary,and then, tumslowly

aria graouallydownhill,Ifpossible.

• Do notmowneardrop-offs,ditches,or embankments.The

mowercould suddenlyturnoverifa wheel isovertheedgeof
a clifforditch,or if an edge cavesin.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced tractioncould cause

sliding.

• Do not trytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe

ground.

• Do notusegrasscatcheron steepslopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidentscan occur if the operator is not alert to the
presenceofchildren.Childrenareoftenattractedto themachine
andthemowingactivity.Neverassumethatchildrenwillremain

whereyoulastsawthem.

• Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandunderthe watchful
care ofanotherresponsibleadult.

• Be alertand turnmachineoff if childrenenterthe area.

• Beforeand when backing,lookbehindand downfor small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously
Injuredor interferewiththesafe machineoperation.

• Neverallowchildrento operatethe machine.

• Use extracare when approachingblindcorners,shrubs,

trees, orotherobjectsthatmay obscurevision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They

are flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debris build-up.
Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage,
and deterioration, which could expose moving partsor allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-
essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

Look for this symbol to p.gint out Impor-
tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where itcannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making
repairs.

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CONGRATULATIONSon your purchaseof a Sears
LawnRider. It has beendesigned,engineeredand
manufacturedto giveyouthebestpossibledependability

andperformance.
Shouldyouexperience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service
Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this
unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly,

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL
NUMBER 917.257462

SERIAL
NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND
ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 12.0
GASOLINECAPACITY: 1.4 GALLONS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3.0PINTS) SAE 30 (or10W-30)

WINTER: SAE5W-30

SPARK PLUG(GAP.030 IN.): CHAMPION RJ-19LM

STD361458

VALVECLEARANCE: INTAKE.005 - .007IN.

EXHAUST .009 - .011 IN.

GROUND SPEED: FORWARD

1st " .95 MPH
2nd 1.25 MPH
3rd 1.94 MPH

4th 2.91 MPH
5th 3.71 MPH
6th 4.76 MPH

REVERSE: 1.46 MPH

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BA'I-FERY

@3600 RPM

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available onthis prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule inmaintaining, caringfor and

using your unit.

• Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and
"Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

WARNING: This unit is equipped withan internal combus-
tion engine and should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in

effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(_Section4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two years from date of purchase,when this ridingequipmentis maintained,lubricated,and tuned up accordingto the
operating and maintenanceinstructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in materialor

workmanship.
ThisWarrantydoesnot cover:

• Tirereplacementorrepaircausedby puncturesfrom outsideobjects(such as nails,thorns,stumps,or glass).

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse,suchas blades,sparkplug,air cleanersandbelts.

• Repairsnecessarybecause of operatorabuse or negligence,includingbent crankshaftsand the failureto maintainthe

equipmentaccording tothe insttuctionscontainedintheowner'smanual.

• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialorrentalpurposes.

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For90 daysfrom dateof purchase,if anybatte_ includedwiththisridingequipmentprovesdefectiveinmaterialorworkmanship
andourtestingdeterminesthe batterywillnotholda charge,Searswillreplacethepatten]at nocharge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLEBY CONTACTINGTHE NEARESTSEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE

UNITEDSTATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIESONLYWHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITEDSTATES.

This Warrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights,and youmayalsohave otherrightswhichvaryfrom statetostate.

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

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

Theseaccessoriesand attachmentswere availablewhenthe unitwas purchased. They are alsoavailableat mostSears retailoutlets,
catalcgandservicecenters. MostSearsstorescan orderthese itemsfor youwhenyouprovidethe modelnumberof yourtractor.

ENGINE

SPARKPLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER STABILIZER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Searsoffersa widevarietyofattachmentsthatfityourvehicle. Manyofthese are listedbelowwithbriefexplanationsofhowtheycanhelp
you Thislistwascurrent_tthetimeof publication;however,itmaychangeinfutureyears -moreattachmentsmaybeadded,changesmay

bemadeintheseattachments,orsomemaynolongerbeavailableorfityourmodel.ContactyournearestSears storefor the accessories

and attachments that are available for your unit.
Mostof theseattachmentsdo notrequireadditionalhitchesorconversionkits(thosethat do are indicated)andare designedfor easy

attachinganddetaching.

PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass clippingsand
leaves for a healthier,neater lookinglawn. Two Permanex

containershold30-gallonplasticbags.
LAWN SWEEPERS letyou collectgrassclippingsandleaves.
CARTS make haulingeasy. Varietyof sizesavailable.
ROLLER for smootherlawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch

diameterwater-tightdrumholdsupto390 Ibs.ofweight.Rounded
edgespreventharm to turf. Adjustablescraper automatically

cleansdrum.
SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed

killingeasy. Broadcastspreadersare also usefulfor granular
de-icersandsand.

CORING AERATOR takes smallplugsoutof soilto allowmois-
ture and nutrientsto reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24

hardenedsteelcoringtips. 150 lb.capacityweighttray.
AERATOR promotesdeep root growthfor a healthylawn.Ta.

pered2o5-inchsteelspikesmountedon 10-inchdiameterdiscs
punctureholesin soilat closeintervalstolet moisturesoakin.

Steelweighttray forincreasedpenetration.
MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosenssoilandflipsthatchand

mattedleavesto lawnsurfacefor easypickup.Twentyspringtine

teeth. Usefultopreparebareareasforseeding.Availableforrear

mountingonly.

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electricmotorthat connectstothe
tractor battery or other 12-volt source. Includes boomsfor
automaticsprayingwhen pulling,and hand heldwandfor spot
spraying. Wand has adjustablespray pattern. For applying

herbicides,insecticides,fungicides,and liquidfertilizers.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................ 3

WARRANTY ................................................................... 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 5

INDEX ............................................................................. 5

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ........................................... 4

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 7-9

INDEX

A

Accessories............................................4

Adjustments:

Brake...........................................20

Carburetor...................................22

Mower

Front-To-Back........................19

Side-To-Side ..........................19

ThrottleControlCable .................22

AirFilter,Engine.................................16

AirScreen,Engine..............................17

Assembly........................................... 7-9

B

Battery:

Charging........................................8

Cleaning...................................... 16

Installation..................................... 9

Levels .......................................8,15

Preparation....................................8

StartingwithWeak Battery..........21

Storage........................................23

Terminals ....................................16

Belt:

MotionDrive

Removal/Replacement...........20

Blade:

Sharpening..................................15

Replacement...............................15

BrakeAdjustment...............................20

c

Carburetor Adjustment .......................22

Controls, Tractor ................................. 10

Cutting Height, Mower ........................ 12

E

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays ..................21

Schematic ................................... 26

Wiring Diagram ............................28

Engine:

Air Filter .......................................16

Air Screen ...................................17

Cooling Fins, Engine ...................17

Oil Change ..................................16

Oil Level ................................. 12,16

Oil Type ....................................... 16

Preparation.................................. 12

Repair Parts ...........................46-50

Starting ........................................ 13

Storage......................................_23

Filter:

AirFilter....................................... 16

Fuel .............................................17

Fuel:

Type ............................................13

Storage........................................23

Fuse....................................................21

Hood Removal/Installation..................21

LevelingMowerDeck......................... 19

Lubrication:

Chart............................................14

Maintenance..................................14-17

AirFilter.......................................16

AirScreen,Engine...................... 17

Battery....................................15-16

Blade...........................................15

CoolingFins,Engine....................17

EngineOil....................................16

FuelFilter....................................17

LubricationChart.........................14

Schedule.....................................14

SparkPlugs.................................17

TireCare .............................8,15,21

Mower:

Adjustment,Front-to-Back...........19

Adjustment,Side-to-Side.............19

BladeSharpening........................15

BladeReplacement.....................15

CuttingHeight..............................12

Installation................................... 18

Operation.....................................12

Removal......................................18

MowingTips .......................................13

Muffler.................................................17

SparkArrester..........................3,38

Oil:

ColdWeather Conditions.......12,16

Engine.........................................16

Storage........................................23

Operation.......................................10-13

OperatingMower................................12

Options:

Accessories...................................4

SparkArrester..........................3,38

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-13

MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 14-17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 18-22

STORAGE .................................................................... 23

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 24-25

REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ................................. 27-45

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ..................................... 46-50

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................... BACK PAGE

F

ParkingBrake................................ 10-11

PartsBag..............................................6

Parts,Replacement/Repair...........27-50

ProductSpecifications...........................3

H

L

M

O

RepairParts..................................27-50

Safety Rules.........................................2

Seat ...................................................... 8

Service andAdjustments..............18-22

Carburetor...................................22

Fuse ............................................21

HoodRemoval/Installation..........21

MotionDrive Belt

Removal/Replacement...........20

MowerAdjustment

Front-to-Back ........................19

Side-to-Side............................19

MowerRemoval ..........................18

TireCare .............................8,15,21

SlopeGuideSheet .............................51

SparkPlugs........................................ 17

Specifications.......................................3

Startingthe Engine.............................13

SteeringWheel................................7,20

Stoppingthe Tractor...........................11

Storage...............................................23

ThrottleControlCable

Adjustment..................................22

Tires...................................................8,15,21

TroubleShootingChart ..................24-25

Transaxle:

RepairParts........................... 44-45

Warranty...............................................3

WiringDiagram...................................28

WiringSchematic....,,;..........................26

P

R

S

T

W

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Washer

2-1/4" diameter

(1) Locknut 3/8-24

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering

Wheel

V Battery

Battery acid

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,

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(1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

(1) Wasller 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

111II llllllll_

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

Owner's Manual

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

' , , ' Wheel

Steering Wheel Insert

Adapter

Steering Clip

_ Steering

(2) Keys

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

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f-

15° Slope Sheet

Battery Caps

and Instructions

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ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 9/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches
(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 3/4"wrench

Pliers

Tire pressure gauge

Screwdriver
Utility knife

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (seated
behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons
from carton (See page 6).

• Cut along dotted linesonthe carton, from top to bottom,
all four corners of carton and lay panels fiat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and
remove.

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

POSITION STEERING SHAFT (See Fig. 1) -

• Lift hood.

• Pull steering shaft up to engage gears.

• Push steering clip through hole on steering shaft at 45°

(hole is located under dash and above lower steering
bushing).

• Push steering clip onto steering shaft until steering clip

snaps into place.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 2) -

• Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft (Bot-
tom of sleeve goes over ring on dash).

• Slidesteering wheel adapter onto uppersteering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor sothey are pointing

straight forward.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) andslide onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

• Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

• Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

BEFORE ROLLING UNIT OFF SKID

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVEANY STAPLES IN

SKIDTHATMAY PUNCTURETIRES WHEREUNITISTO ROLL
OFF SKID.

• Raise mower lift lever to its highest position.

• Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

• Roll unit backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

STEERING SHAFT

;TEERING SHAFT

STEERING CLIP

LOWER

BUSHING

FIG. 1

STEERING WHEEL

INSERT

LOCKNUT

WASHER

_STEERING WHEEL

STEERING WHEEL

STEERING SLEEVE

STEERING SHAFT

FIG. 2

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 3)

CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.
Wash hands or clothing immediately if

accidentally in contact with battery acid.
Do not smoke. Fumes from charged

battery acid are explosive.
Read the instructions included with the

battery vent caps. Always wear gloves,
clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes.

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient
for normal use. However, periodic charging ofthe battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag.

• Fill battery with acid. Fill each cell until it reaches the

bottom ofthe vent wells. Do not overfill.

• Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty
minutes. After standing, check the level of acid. If

below the vent wells, add more acid until the correct

level is reached.

While battery isstanding (after addingacid) and later, while

battery is being charged, continue with assembly of unit.
IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OFYOUR BATTERY,

IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE CHARGED
BEFOREUSE. FAILURETOCHARGEBATTERYCANRESULT
INA SHORTENED BATTERY LIFE.

• Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour. Use
a 12 volt battery charger. Observe all safety precau-

tions required for battery charging.

• Check the acid level after the battery is charged. Ifthe
acid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or

ironfree water.

• Install the vent caps to cover the vent wells. Wash the

top of the battery with water to remove any acid, then
wipe dry.

• Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no
damage has occurred in handling.

• Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for
disposal by adding it to four inches of water in a five
gallon plastic container. Stir with a wooden or plastic

paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of
more soda causes no more foaming.

• Follow instructions on how to install battery.

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

• Assemble adjustmentbolt, Iockwasher and flat washer

loosely. Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat untila comfortable position is reached which

allowsyou topress clutch/brake pedal alltheway down

(See Fig. 8).

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER
BOLT

- FLAT WASHER

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

,LOCK WASHER

FIG. 4

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for
shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults, mower housing should be properly
leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CUT AWAY VIEW

FIG. 3

VENT CAP

BATTERY
CELL ACID
LEVEL

CHECK FOR PROPER POSIT-ION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed
correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see

that the, brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE' in the Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 5 & 6)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-
nals. Before Installing battery, remove

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,
rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected
first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

Lift seat to raised position.

• Open battery box door.

• Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals
toward front of unit.

• Be sure drain tube is attached to bottom of battery box.

• First connect RED battery cable and RED fused igni-
tion wire to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt,
flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten
securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-
tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock
washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door.
Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-
ware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

BATTERY
BOX DOOR

POSITIVE NEGATIVE

(RED)CABLE (BLACK) CABLE

FLAT

WASHER

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL

FIG. 5

BATTERY

VENT CAPS

FIG. 6

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJOY YOUR NEW LAWN
RIDER, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SA TISFACTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST."

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.
,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

#" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were over-inflated at the factory).

/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).

,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/' Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN RIDER,

PAY EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPOR-

TANT ITEMS:

/ Engine oil is at proper level.
/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become far_iliar with all controls - their location and

function: i.OPerate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR LAWN RIDER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN RIDER.

Compare the illustrations with your Lawn Rider to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.

THROTrLE/
CHOKE

CONTROL

FUEL CAP

MOWER HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

CLUTCH/ UFT
BRAKE LEVER

PEDAL

PARKING
BRAKE

LEVER

Searstractorsconformtothe safetystandardsofthe AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the
engine.
THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controllingengine speed.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Usedfor declutchingand brak-
ingthe tractor and starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

MOWER

MOWER
CLUTCH

LEVER

GEARSHIFT
LEVER

IGNITION

FIG. 7

PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake position.

MOWER CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower
blades.

MOWER LIFT LEVER: Usedto raise and lower the mower
deck.

MOWER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to set
mower cutting height.

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OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result

in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tractor
and while moving. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard

safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" postion and
release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold vehicle secure.

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PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" MOWER CLUTCH

LEVER "ENGAGED"

SENGAGED"

STOPPING (See Figs. 8 and 9)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move mower clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.
GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to "NEUTRAL" poisition.
ENGINE -

• Move Throttle Control to "SLOW" position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.
Always remove key when leaving vehicle to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate and the engine cooling air flow.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower per-
formance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Figs. 8 and 9)

_CLUTCH/BRAKE \

PEDAL "BRAKE" "DISENGAGED"
POSITION

FIG. 8

CLUTCW THROTTL_
BRAKE CHOKE

PEDAL CONTROL

GEARSHIFT
LEVER

PARKING
BRAKE

IGNITION

FIG. 9

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and
gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

OPERATION

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 10)

The position of the mower lift lever determines the cutting
height. The position ofthe mower lift lever can be adjusted

by moving the height adjustment knob to desired position.

• With lift lever back and locked in highest position, pull
out the adjustment knob and move to desired position.

• Move mower lift lever out and forward to adjustment
knob.

The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 3-1/2". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights are approximate
and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and over 3 inches during
hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns,
mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired height.

MOWER LIFT
LEVER

MOWER HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT KNOB

MOWER
CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

MOWER

CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

FIG. 11

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down
do not drive across any slope.

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to
slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake
pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.
Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart
movement.

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and
clutch/brake pedal.

Make all turns slowly.

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 10 and 11)

Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. Any attempt bythe operator to leave the seat with

the engine runningand the mower clutch engaged will shut

offthe engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Engage mower by slowly moving mower clutch lever to
"ENGAGED" position.

• TO STOP MOWER - Move mower clutch lever to
"DISENGAGED" position.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise mower lift lever to highest position.

• When pushing or tow,!ng your unit, be sure gearshift
lever is in NEUTRAL position.

• Do not push unit at more than five (5) MPH.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16)

• The engine in your unit has been shipped from the
factory already filled with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with unit on level ground.

• Remove oil fill dipstick and wipe clean, replace and
screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and

read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark
on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oilfor

easier starting (see "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in
this manual.

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OPERATION

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline willincrease carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)
When starting engine for the first time or if engine has

run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking

brake.

• Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

• Move mower clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move throttle control lever to "CHOKE" position for
cold engine start. For warm engine start, move

throttle control to "FAST" position.

° Turn ignition key clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run
starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds
per minute. If engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to "FAST" position,
wait a few minutes and try again.

• When engine starts, move throttle control to desired

position.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before
engaging drive or attachment clutch.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures (below 32° F), the carburetor fuel mixture
may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"
in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-
ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of
the machine. This will result in a more even distri-

bution of clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the
right so that clippings will discharge away from

shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left
hand turns until finished (See Fig. 12).

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice

to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will
plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow
grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing
to assure better mowing performance and proper
discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cut-
ting performance as well as the quality of cut de-

sired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed
that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 12

MAINTENANCE

.AI.TE.A.CESC.EDU'E ""

AS YOU COMPLETE

Check BrakeOperation !_ V °
CheckTire Pressure _

T Checkfor LooseFasteners I_ V _

Sharpen/ReplaceMowerBlades !k/t4

_ LubricationChart I_ t_

T Check Battery Level/Recharge

0 Clean BatteryandTerminals V P !_

R CheckTransmissionCooling

AdjustBladeBelt(s)Tension !_

Adjust Motion DriveBelt(s)Tension

Check Engine Oil Level if V'

Change EngineOil _ _1,2,3 V f
Clean Air Filter VIP2

E

N CleanAir Screen V_2

G Inspect Muffler/SparkArrester V P

I Replace Oil Filter(Ifequipped) _.2

NE Clean EngineCooling Fins V'2

Replace Spark Plug _ V _
ReplaceAir FilterPaperCartridge _2

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this vehicle does not cover items that

have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must main-

tain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should bechecked at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for
wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better
and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check for loose fasteners.

v'

3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours.
4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

LUBRICATION CHART

®

@

BEARING ZERK

(_) CLUTCH/BRAKE

PIVOT

CLUTCH PIVOT

(_) CLUTCH PIVOT

(_ GEARSHIFT

PIVOTS

(_) ShE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL API - SG

(_ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
(_) REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-
DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

14

,HOOD HINGES (_

BEARING ZERK

PLATE

LIFT ARM PIVOT

CLUTCH LEVER

WHEEL(_

ENGINE (_)

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MAINTENANCE

LAWN RIDER

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at
high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. The
blades can be sharpened with a file oron a grinding wheel.

We suggest they be sharpened or replaced after every 25
hours of mowing. Check blades more often if mowing in
sandy conditions.

• Do not attempt to sharpen blades whilethey are on the

mower.

• Replace bent or damaged blades.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An
unbalanced blade willcause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened witha file or on a grinding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter
steel bolt, pin, ora cone balancer. (When usinga cone
balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

• Slide blade onto an unthreaded portionof the steelbolt
or pin and hold the boltor pinparallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nailfor balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE /j/

DE

5/8"BOLT
OR PIN --

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

• Remove hex bolt,lock washer and flatwasher securing

blade.

• install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up
towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in
exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

'_ MANDREL

_ ASSEMBLY

/ .LADE

FIG. 14

BATTERY (See Fig. 15)

Your unithas a battery charging system which is sufficient
for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

with bottomsofvent wells. Add onlydistilledor ironfree
water if necessary. Do not overfill.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep vent capstight and smallvent holes incaps open.

• Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour.

CUT AWAY VIEW

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WELL

BATTERY
CELL ACID
LEVEL

FIG. 15

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY
SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 13 15

MAINTENANCE

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS -
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of
baking sodatoone gallon of water. Becareful notto get

the soda solution into the cells.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush
until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BA]-I-ERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

V- BELTS

Check V-Belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours.
Replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Re-

place belts ifthey begin to slipfrom wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrictcooling.

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-20° 0° 32" 60° 80° 100°

OIL FILL
DIPSTICK

FIG. 16

OIL DRAIN
PLUG

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use. Add SAE

30W motor oil or equalivent. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick
securely each time you check the oil level. SAE 5W-30

motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas

where temperature is consistently 32 ° F or lower.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 16 and 17)-
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SG.

• Be sure vehicle is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil filldipstick for checking level. Be
sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate
reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

TO REMOVE

FIG. 17

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Your engine willnot runproperly and may be damaged by

usinga dirty airfilter. Remove cartridge every 25 hours and

tap gentlyto clean. Replace paper cartridge once a year or
after every 100 hours of operation, more often if used in

very dusty, dirty conditions.

• Remove knob and cover.

• Remove cartridge nut and clean or replace cartridge.

• Reassemble and tighten securely.
NOTE: Do not attempt to clean or oil the paper cartridge.

COVER KNOB

COVER _ CARTRIDGE

CARTRIDGE

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FIG, 18

16

MAINTENANCE

AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19)

The engine 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.

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 19)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating.

• Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent
entry of dirt.

• Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing
off engine.

• Remove the screws securing the starter housing and
lift housing off engine.

• Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly
clean engine cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

BLOWER

HOUSING

SCREWS

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes

first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)

Fuelfilter shouldbereplaced once each season. Iffuelfilter
becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-
placement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FUEL FILTER

SCREWS

STARTER

HOUSING

OIL FILL
DIPSTICK

AIR SCREEN

ENGINE COOLING FINS

FIG. 19

SCREWS

SPARK

FIG. 20

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free ofall gasoline,
oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

i Place lever in

gearshift

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED position.

• Turn Ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug.

"NEUTRAL" position.

LAWN RIDER

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 21)

Mower willbe easier to remove from the right side of unit.

• Park tractor on a level surface and engage parking

brake.

• Remove key from ignition.

• Be sure that mower clutch lever is in "DISENGAGED"

position.

• Lower mower deck to lowest cutting position.

• Remove retainer spring and washer that holds mower

clutchspring to the mower clutch arm.

• Disconnect mower clutch spring from mower clutch

arm.

• Remove retainer springs and washers from mower
stabilizer link.

• Remove retainer springs and washers from rear lift

links.

• Remove retainer spring and washer from front liftlink.

• Withdraw front lifts links, rear lift links and mower
stabilizer link from axle brackets.

• Remove belt from engine pulley.

• Raise mower lift handle to transport position.

• Turn front tires to left.

• Slide mower deck out on right side of tractor.

MOWER BRACKET
CLUTCH ENGINE

PULLEY

MOWER RETAINER
CLUTCH SPRING
SPRING BELT

AXLE

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 21)

• Reverse removal instructions.

MOWER UPSTOP ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 22)

• Raise mower lift lever to highest (transport) position.

• Measure distance from top of mower deck to lower

flange of chassis (dim. "A").

• Dim. "A" should be 3-3/8 to 3-1/2 inches.
To adjust dim. "A", if required, lower mower to lowest

position. Remove washer and retainer spring in trun-
nion, then withdraw trunnion pin from bracket. Loosen

lower trunnion Iocknut and rotate trunnion counter-
clockwise on lift link to increase dim. "A" or clockwise
on lift link to decrease dim. "A".

• Tighten lower trunnion Iocknut.

NOTE: Each full turn of trunnion will change dim. "A" by
1/16 inch. Re-insert trunnion into bracket with pin pointing

to L.H. side of unit. Re-install washer and retainer spring.

• Raise lift lever to highest position and recheck dim. "A".

Repeat adjustment if necessary.

LOWER FLANGE

TOP OF MOWER DECK

RETAINER SPRING

WASHER

BRACKET

REAR UFT
LINKS

FRONT UFT TRUNNION

FIG. 22

MOWER
STABlUZER

UNK

FRONT LIFT UNK

FIG. 21

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING (See Fig. 23 -

Fig. 26)

Adjustthe mower while tractor isparked on level ground or
driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3). If tires are
over or under inflated, you will not properly adjust your

mower.
NOTE: One rotation of trunnion nut is equivalent to ap-

proximately 1/8 inch of height change. Be sure upper and
lower nuts are tightened against trunnion after adjustment
has been completed.

• Place mower height adjustment knob in position "3"
(See Fig. 23).

• Lower mower lift lever to height adjustment knob.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25) -

• Measure distance from ground to lower flange of mower

deck on both sides of mower (dim. "B°'& "C"). Dim. "B"

& "C" should be the same.

Level the mower side-to side by adjusting the left rear lift
link.

• To raise left side of mower, loosen upper trunnion nut

tighten the lower trunnion nut.

• To lower left side of mower, loosen lower trunnion nut
and tighten upper trunnion nut.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 25 and 26)-
To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so the rear is approximately 1/4 to 3/8"
higher than the front when the mower is in height adjust-
ment position "3".

• Measure distance from ground line to lower flange of
deck at right front and right rear (dim. "D" & "E") in line

with front and rear tires.

Raise or lower rear of mower housing by adjusting the right
rear lift link.

• To raise rear of mower housing, loosen upper trunnion

nut and tighten lower trunnion nut.

• To lower rear of mower housing, loosen the lower

trunnion nut and tighten upper trunnion nut.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

VIEWED FROM FRONT OF TRACTOR

RIGHT LEFT
SIDE SIDE

GROUND UNE

LOWER FLANGE LEFT REAR
OF MOWER DECK UFT UNK

FIG. 24

UPPER TRUNNION

REAR UFT UNK

TRUNNION

NUT

FIG. 25

REAR LIFT
UNK

MOWER UFT
LEVER

MOWER HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 23

LOWER FLANGE
OF MOWER DECK

MOWER HOUSING

FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27)

Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

If unit requires more than six (6) feet stoppingdistance at
high speed in highest gear, then brake mustbe adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and
nut "A" on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-5/8", disengage parking
brake, loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1:5/8". Retighten jam nut against nut "A".

• Engage parking brake and recheck distance.

• Road test unit for proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further
maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest

authorized service center.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

• Disconnect motion drive belt at frame belt keeper.

• Disconnect motion drive belt at engine pulley. Thread
belt below mower drive sheave and through engine belt

keeper and engine pulley.

• Remove belt.

• Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

• Make sure that belt is inside all belt keepers.

IMPORTANT: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELTLISTED INTHIS
MANUAL.

MOTION DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT

ENGINE
BELT
KEEPER

ENGINE
PULLEY

MOWER
DRIVE
SHEAVE

JAM NUT

OPERATING
ARM

FIG. 27

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See

Fig. 28)

The tractor drive belt may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level area. Engage parking brake.
For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

Engage parking brake.
Lower mower lift lever to "lowest" position.

Turn front wheels fully to left or right.

Disconnect mower drive belt at engine pulley.
Disconnect motion drive belt at clutching idler.

Disconnect motion drive belt at transaxle. Push above

transaxle pulley.

CLUTCH
PEDAL
SHAFT

i FRAME BELT

MOWER UFT
SHAFT

CLUTCHING
IDLER

'KEEPER

TRANSAXLE
PULLEY

FIG. 28

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)
when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-
ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on
yourtractor. Ifdamage has occuredto affectthefrontwheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service
center.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See

Fig. 29)

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow
wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub
and axle. Insert square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in
axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

POSITIVE TERMINAL

ii

NEGATIVE TERMINAL

WASHERS

RETAINING
RING

AXLE COVE R

_SQUAREKEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 29

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 30)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-
ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.

Ifyour battery istoo weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12
VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE
GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a good
CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from left side of chassis and fully
charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The

fuse holder is located next to the battery box, accessible
from left rear wheel area.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run
poorly, stop running or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See the electrical wiring diagram in the
Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REMOVE HOOD (See FIG. 31)

• With hoodclosed, remove hoodspring from hole ingrill

strap.

• Remove left side and right side pivot.

• , Lifthood off unit.

• To reassemble hood, reverse above procedure.

\

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RIGHT SIDE PIVOT SCREW

FIG. 31

21

CABLES

:HARGED

BA'I'rERY

HOOD
SPRING

PIVOT
BRACKET

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 32)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should notbe necessary. Check adjustment as
described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever

from "SLOW" to "CHOKE" position. Slowly move lever
from "CHOKE" to "FAST" position.

• Check that holes"A" ingovernor controllever and hole

in governor plate line-up. If holes "A"are not aligned,
loosenclam€ screw and move throttle cable until holes

are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

GOVERNOR
CONTROL LEVER

HOLES "A" CLAMP

SCREW

GOVERNOR
CONTROL PLATE

THRO'I'rLE
CABLE

FINAL SE]-FING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make
final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion
control lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

• Move throttle control lever to "SLOW" position. With
finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

• While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

screw, turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise) until en-
gine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise)

until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway
between those two positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST-

• Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST"

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture

valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Rep.eat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, untilengine acceler-
ates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust -
damage may result.

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IFYOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEARESTAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS
PROPER EQUIPMENTAND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY
NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

FIG. 32

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-
ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-
ment may berequired tocompensate for differences infuel,
temperature, altitude or load. Ifthe carburetor does need
adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turnig idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de-
creases the supply offuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/

air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter-
clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND

THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS
TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

Air cleaner assembly must be assembled tothe carbu-
retor when making carburetor adjustments.

Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly
(see above).

With engine offturn idle mixture valve in (clockwise)

closing itfinger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 fullturn.

THROTTLE IDLE SPEED

LEVER _ SCREW

FIG. 33

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank Inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When
mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-
placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this

manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during
long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR
METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING
STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL
SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-
age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (w!th engine, warm) and replace with clean engine
oil. (See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into
cylinder(s).

• Turn ignitionkey to"START" positionfor a few seconds

to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your unit indoors and cover itto give
protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation toform and

will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Enginewill not turn over

CAUSE

1. Out offuel.

2. Enginenot"CHOKED"properly.

3. Engineflooded.

4. Badsparkplug.

5. Dirtyair filter.

6. Dirtyfuel filter.

7. Water Infuel.

8. Looseor damagedwiring.

9. Carburetoroutof adjustment.

10. Enginevalvesoutof adjustment.

1. Dirtyairfilter.

2. Badsparkplug.

3. Weak ordead battery.

4. Dirtyfuel filter.

5. Stale ordirtyfuel,

6. Looseor damagedwiring.

7. Carburetoroutof adjustment.

8. Enginevalvesout ofadjustment.

1. Clutch/brakepedalnot depressed.

2. Attachmentclutchis engaged.

3. Sparkplugwire is disconnected.

4. Weak ordeadbattery.

5. Blownfuse.

6. Corrodedbatteryterminals.

7. Looseordamagedwiring.

8. Faultyignitionswitch.

9. Faultysolenoidorstarter.

"10. Faultyoperatorpresenceswitch(es).

CORRECTION

I. RIIfuel tank.

2. See "TOSTART ENGINE" IntheOperationsection.

3. Waitseveralminutesbeforeattemptingto start.

4. Replacesparkplug.

5. Clean/replaceair filter,

6. Replacefuel filter.

7. Drainfuel tank andcarburetor,refilltankwithfresh
gasolineand replacefuel filter.

8. Checkall wiring.

9. ContactSears ServiceCenter/Department.

10. ContactSearsServiceCenter/Department.

1. Clean/replaceairfilter.

2. Replacesparkplug.

3. Rechargeorreplacebattery.

4. Replacefuel filter.

5. Drainfuel tankand refillwithfresh gasoline.

6. Checkallwiring.

7. ContactSearsServiceCenter/Department.

8. ContactSearsServiceCenter/Department.

t. Depressclutch/brakepedal.

2. Disengageattachmentclutch,

3. Connectwireto sparkplug.

4. Rechargeor replacebattery.

5. Replacefuse.

6. Clean batteryterminals.
7, Checkall wiring.

8. Check/replaceignitionswitch.

9. Check/replacesolenoidor starter.

10. ContactSearsServiceCenter/Department.

Engine clicks but will not

start

Lossof power

Excessive vibration

1. Weak ordead battery.

2. Corrodedbatteryterminals.

3. Looseor damagedwiring.

4. Faultysolenoidor starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4. Dirtyairfilter.

5. Lowoillevel/dirtyoil.

6. Faultysparkplug,

7. Dirtyfuel filter.

8. Staleordirtyfuel.

9. Water infuel.

10. Sparkplugwire loose.

11. Dirtyengineairscreen/fins.

12. Dirty/cloggedmuffler.

13. Looseordamagedwiring,

14. Carburetorout ofadjustment.

15. Enginevalvesoutof adjustment.

1. Worn, bentorlooseblade.

2. Bentblade mandrel.

3. Loose/damagedpart(s).

1. Rechargeorreplacebattery.

2, Clean batteryterminals.

3. Checkall wiring.

4. Check/replacesolenoidorstarter.

1. Set in"Higher Cut"position/reducespeed.

2. Adjustthrottlecontrol.

3. Clean undersideof mowerhousing.

4. Clean/replaceairfilter.

5. Checkoillevel/changeoil.

6. Clean and regapor changesparkplug.

7. Replacefuel filter.
8; Drainfuel tankand refillwithfresh gasoline.

9. Drainfuel tank andcarburetor, refilltankwithfresh
gasolineandreplacefuel filter.

10. Connect andtightensparkplugwire.

11. Cleanengineair screen/fins.

12. Clean/replacemuffler.

13. Checkallwiring.

14. ContactSears ServiceCenter/Department.

15. ContactSears ServiceCenter/Department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

i

Enginecontinues to run

when operator leaves seat
with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower bladeswill not
rotate

Poor grass discharge

CAUSE

i =

1. Faultyoperator-safetypresencecontrolsystem.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

1. Obstruction in dutch mechanism.

2. Mower drive belt out of adjustment.

3. Wom/damaged mower drive belt.

4. Frozen idler pulley.

5. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Enginespeedtooslow.

2. Travel speedtoofast.
3, Wet grass.

4. Mowerdecknotlevel.

5. Low/uneventire airpressure.

6. Worn, bentorlooseblade.

7. Buildupofgrass,leavesandtrash undermower.

8. Mowerdrivebeltwornor outof adjustment.

9. Bladesimproperlyinstalled.

10. Improperbladesused.

CORRECTION

1. Checkwiring,switchesand connections,ffnot

corrected,contact Sears ServiceCenter/Department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1. Removeobstruction.

2. Adjustmower drivebelt.

3. Replace mower drivebell

4. Replaceidlerpulley.

5. Replaceblademandrel.

1. Placethrottlecontrolin"FAST"position.

2. Shiftto slowerspeed.

3. Allowgrasstodry beforemowing.

4. Levelmowerdeck.

5. Checktires for properair pressure.

6. Replace/sharpenblade. Tightenblade bolt.

7. Clean undersideof mower housing.

8. Replace/adjustmowerdrivebelt.

9. Reinstallbladessharpedge down,

10. Replacewithbladeslistedinthismanual.

Headlight(s) not working
(if so equipped)

Batterywill not charge

1. Switch is "OFF'.

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring,

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/cleanallconnections.

3. Replace regulator.

SCHEMATIC

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

t

IGNITION SWITCH

BLACK

BA'I-FERY

RED I I RED

FUSE 30 AMP.

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STARTER

Idh

SOLENOID

WHITE

CLUTCH/BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

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BLACK t I I BLACK

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(CLUTCHOFF)

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SEAT

SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

O

BLACK

(_ IGNITIONUNIT

_(_ SPARK

PLUG

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION

OFF

ON

START

CIRCUIT

M+G

B+L

B+S

RED

3 AMPS DC
@ 3600 RPM

(BA'f-rERY IN UNE)

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

26

ALTERNATOR

20 VOLTS AC (MIN.)

F, 7

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED
CUPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

DECALS

8 17 4 7 7 6

15

14

3

12

10 11

9

KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 126712X Decal

2 126685X Decal
3 130622 Decal
4 130621 Decal

5 126241X Decal

6 126770X Decal

7 108631X Decal

8 125880X Decal

9 127521 Decal

10 106974X Decal

Instruction, Engine 11 121549X

Engine 12 123408X

Stripe, Hood, L.H. 13 126701X

Stripe, Hood, R.H. 14 105814X
Grill 15 121343X

Side Panel 16 3713J
II 17 125879X

Fender - - 101539X
USA -- 130147

Caution

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 59192
2 65139

3 278H
4 123410X

8 5

3 4

7

106230X

5 59904

8134H

122394X361
123412X361

7

104757X

8

9040H

9

121748X

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Caution, Battery
Decal, V-Belt Drive

Pad, Center
Decal, Mower Drive Belt

Decal, Danger
Decal, Rotating Blades

Decal, Steering Wheel Insert
Sheet, Instruction, 15° Slope

Manual, Owner's

DESCRIPTION

Cap, Valve
Stem, Valve

Fitting, Grease (Front Only)
Tire, Front
Tire, Rear
Tube, Tire, Front

(Not Supplied, Service Item Only)
Tube, Tire, Rear_

(Not Supplied, Service Item Only)

Rim, Front

Rim, Rear

Cap, Axle (Front and Rear)

Bearing, Flange (Front only)

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

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ELECTRICAL

25

24

2

29

30

_/

17 16

18

15

12 11 10 13

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\

\

\

14

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 73510400 Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 UNC

2 108423X Assembly, Cable

3 121265X Battery

4 STD611005 * Screw, Hex Washer Head, Tapping

#10-16 x 1/2
5 108236X Bracket, Switch
6 104445X Switch, Interlock
7 109553X Switch, Interlock

8 STD601005 * Screw, Hex Head, Tapping

#10-24 x 1/2

9 109310X Key, Molded

10 123620X Cover, Key, Ignition
11 124211X Nut, Ignition
12 STD365402 *Switch, Ignition
13 124083X Cover, Ignition Switch

14 7192J Tie, Cable
15 121305X Switch, Plunger

16 STD541431 *Nut, Keps 5/16-18
17 108824X Fuse

18 128353 Assembly, Cable
19 132223 Harness, Ignition

20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20
21 STD551125 *Washer, Lock 1/4

22 74780408 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 12 Grade 5

23 STD551225 *Washer, Lock, External Tooth 1/4
24 131563 Cover, Terminal

25 109081X Solenoid
26 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4
27 STD551025 *Washer 9/32x5/8x 16Gauge

28 STD551125 *Washer, Lock, Hvy. Hel. Spring 1/4

29 121264X Cap, Battery
30 STD541025 *Nut, Hex, Fin 1/4-20

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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HOOD

/

10

11

2

12

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 124657X
2 STD541425
3 STD551025
4 STD522506

5 126675X
6 122549X

7 122548X
8 17411310

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Spring, Extension

* Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 UNC
* Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

* Bolt, Hex, Fin 1/4-20 UNC x 5/8

Grade 5

Bolt, Shoulder
Bracket, Hood, RH

Bracket, Hood, LH

Screw, Hex, Fin #13-16 Hi-Lo x 5/8

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

30

9 STD522507 * Bolt, Hex, Fin 1/4-Z.0 x 3/4 Grade 5

10 123693X Brace, Hood
11 122032X361 Hood

12 125745X361 Plate, Grill Trim
13 123705X Grill

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

FENDER / CHASSIS

12

16

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

129965

2

19132012

3

17490612

4

124181X

5

127115X419

6

109596X

7

126700X

8

17490512

9

126995X

10

124602X

11

124346X

17

11

0

I

14

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Case, Battery 12 123645X
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge 13 105687X

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd. 14 73510400
Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 15 STD541431

Spring, Compression, Seat 16 STD523107

Plate, Fender 17 127880

Clamp, Hose 18 126470X

Pad, Footrest 19 128083X417
Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd. 20 19091413
Roll. 5/16-18 x3/4
Console, Shift Control
Bar, Shift Lock

Nut, Self-Threading 3/16

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Assembly, Frame
Tube, Battery Drain

Nut, Hex, Keps 1L_-20
* Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18
*Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x3/4

Drawbar

Clip, Insulated

Fender/Footrest

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 13 Gauge

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

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SEAT

2

3

1 4

23

/

5

6

I

/

KEY

PART KEY PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

72050411 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8

2

127436 Seat

3

STD511005 * Screw, Slotted Pan Head

4

STD541431 *Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

5

105529X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

6

4171 R Clip, Insulated

7

73951000 Nut, Keps #10-32 UNF

8

STD523707 * Bolt, Hex, Fin 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

9

126656X Bracket, Pivot, Seat

10

126471X Clip, Insulated

11

19131210 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

12

STD541437 * Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

13

74780814 Bolt, Hex, Fin 1/2-13 UNC x 1

#10-32 x 1/2

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

14 STD551150
15 19171912
16 127018X
17 121251X

18 123976X
19 121248X
20 121250X
21 121249X
22 121246X
23 124294X

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

*Washer, Lock 1/2

Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge
Bolt, Shoulder

Strip, Foam
Locknut, Hex, Larg_, Flange
Bushing, Snap
Spring, Compression
Spacer, Split, Large .28 Id. x .88
Bracket, Switch, Mounting
Pan, Seat

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DASH

1

21

20

17

3

KEY

NO.

1

2

3
4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11
12

PART
NO.

122015X
130913
123487X

8544R
8548R
STD541425
2751R

STD551025

74760428

19091413
121249X

3720R

6

_ 17 16

DESCRIPTION

Cap, Fuel

Assembly, Dash & Fuel Tank
Clamp, Hose

Line, Fuel

Line, Fuel

, Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20

Clip, Fuel Line

* Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bolt, Hex, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1-3/4
Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Gauge

Spacer, Split
Spring

' 7

8

9

_ 1011

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 126450X

14 126115X
15 122023X
16 124346X
17 STD532505
18 130745

19 130722
20 18000408
21 19090816

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Clip, Height Adjustment
Knob, Height Stop

Adjustment, Quadrant Height

Nut, Self-Threading-3116-18

* Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Grade 5

Support Assembly, Dash
Brace, Cross

Screw, Self-Tapping 1/4-20 x 1/2

Washer 9/32 x 1/2 x 16 Gauge

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

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STEERING WHEEL

1 3

/ j 5

J

13 J

2
4

6

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 100710L Insert, Steering Wheel
2 STD541537 *Locknut 3/8-24 UNF

3 19133808 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge

4 100713N Wheel, Steering
5 121897X Sleeve, Steering

6 STD611005 * Screw, Hex Self-Tapping

#10-16 x 1/2

7 102803X Bushing, Steering
8 123651X Shaft, Steering

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

KEY PART
NO. NO.

9 124210X

10 123438X
11 12000045

12 STD551062

13 104820X

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

34

DESCRIPTION

Clip, Steering ""
Bushing, Lower, Steering

Ring, Retaining

*Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Gauge

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

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12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

SECTOR GEAR / AXLE SUPPORT

1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

124093X Link, Drag 12 126847X

2

74780828 Bolt, Hex, Fin. 1/2-13 x 1-3/4 13 STD523107

3

17490508 Screw, Hex, Thd. Roll. 14 19111416

4

121925X Plate, Steering Support 16 72140622

5

121926X Gear, Sector 17 121912X

6

121927X Bushing 18 STD541037

7

73030800 Nut, Heavy, Hex, Top Lock 19 73930600

8

126472X Clip, Wire 21 STD541431

9

73680800 Nut, Crownlock 1/2-13

10

STD561210 *Pin, Cotter 1/8x3/4

11

STD551037 *Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge

5/16-18 x 1/2 15 STD533707

1/2-13 UNC 20 STD541437

"STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Bushing

*Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

Washer 11/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

* Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-3/4
Support, Front Axle

* Nut, Hex, Fin. 3/8--1,6UNC

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

* Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

* Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

35

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

FRONT AXLE

2

KEY
NO.

1

2

3

4
5
6

7

8

9

PART
NO.

121232X
12000029
121748X
121922X

128543

6266H
121919X

121749X

STD561210

/ f_ i\ lI

I / //I ii

9

I I _ II

\ /1

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Cap, Spindle
Ring, Klip

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
Nyliner

Axle, Front
Bearing, Thrust

Spindle Assembly, RH
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

* Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

10 STD551037 *Washer 13/32x 13/16x 16Gauge
11 126847X Bushing

12 121924X Rod, Tie
13 121916X Spindle Assembly,-k.H

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

I /// I I

I I\ /.,"

._\ \ _" /

2

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

36

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

BRAKE / REAR MOWER LIFT ASSEMBLY

1

2

8

4

5

3 6 7 6 8

9

10

.>

KEY
NO.

1
2

3

4

5
6

7

8

9

10
11

12
13

14
15
16

124236X
123436X

123437X

8883R

122504X

STD560907
STD551037
17490508

STD561210
STD551037

123543X
129567

123394X
121978X
123641X
19251816

Cap, Plunger

Rod, Parking Brake
Bracket, Parking Brake

Cover, Pedal

Bracket, Clutch/Brake Pedal, LH

* Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4
*Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Hex, Thd. Roll.
5/16-18 x 1/2

* Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4
* Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge

Rod, Front Brake

Assembly, Clutch/Brake Pedal

Rod, Clutch
Bracket, Lift, Shaft

Assembly, Brake, Pivot, Arm
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/8 x 16 Gauge

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

17 12000034
18 106888X
19 STD541237
20 73680600
21 131460
22 127378

23 73680600
24 19132012
25 4921H
26 STD541437
27 127369

28 127358
29 STD533107
30 STD541431

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Ring, Klip
Spring, Brake Rod

* Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Rod, Rear Brake

Trunnion, Lift

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 13/32 x 1",1/4x 12 Gauge

Spring, Retainer

* Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

Link, Threaded
Assembly, Rear Mower Lift

* Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

* Nut, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

37

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ENGINE / THROTTLE

1

2

I

4

3

7

11

10

9

,12

13

14

KEY
NO.

2
3

4
5

6

7

8

9

10

PART
NO.

17720408
132758

131951

71070512
STD551131

125593X

STD541031

121094X

STD551031

STD551125

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Hex, Thread Cutting 11

1/4-20 x 1/2 12

Control, Throttle 13

Engine, Briggs & Stratton, 12 HP, 14
Model 283707,Type 0217-01
Screw, Hex Head Cap 15

5/16-18 x 3/4 16

*Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring 17

5/16
Gasket, Exhaust 18

* Nut, Hex, Fin. 5/16-18

Bolt, Shoulder
Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

* Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring

1/4

NO. NO.

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

8

17

STD522507

124097X

101326L
17030808

121851X

STD551237

17490624

126636X

1 inch = 25.4 mm

15

DESCRIPTION

* Bolt, Hex, Fin. 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4

Muffler
Deflector, Muffler
Screw, Hex, Spiderlock 8 x 1/2

ABTPS

Kit, Spark Arrester (Optional)

* Washer, Lock, Extel"nal Tooth 3/8

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.
Roll. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

Keeper, Ground Drive Belt

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

38

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12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

GROUND DRIVE

2

7

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

STD541431

2

STD523107

3

131205

4 131004
5 STD551143

6 71130720

7 124525X

8 123405X

9 STD523715
10 123396X
11 123395X
12 4859J

13 STD551037

DESCRIPTION

* Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18
* Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

Keeper, Mower Drive Belt, Engine,
RH

Pulley, Engine

* Washer, Lock 7/16

Bolt, Hex, Fin 7/16-20 UNF x 1-1/4

Traction, V-Belt Drive
Keeper, T]A Ground Drive Belt

*Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 UNCx 1-1/2

Keeper, Ground Drive Belt, Idler

Arm, Ground Drive Clutch

Idler, Flat

*Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

14 73930600

15 STD541437
16 126471X
17 122052X

18 131459
19 STD541431

20 123891X
21 STD551025
22 123404X
23 131204

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

* Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Clip, Insulated

Spacer, Retainer
Spring, Extension

* Nut, Keps 5/16-18"UNC

Keeper, T/A Ground Drive Belt

*Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Keeper, Frame, Ground DriveBelt
Keeper, Engine, Mower Drive Belt,

LH

39

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TRANSAXLE

14 I

3 4 6

8

7

9

23

/

21

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 123385X
2 12000028
3 123655X

4 STD580025
5 STD541431

6 STD533107
7 123378X

8 17490512
9 110422X

10 121749X
11 123583X

12 STD523727
13 123377X
14 17490508
17 123632X
18 71040412

Pulley

Ring, Retainer

Transaxle, Foote/Dana, 6 Speed,

Model Number 143.4360-18

* Key, Woodruff #9
* Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

* Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

Strap, Torque
Screw, Hex, Thd. Roll.

5/16-18 x 3/4
Spring, Brake

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Key, Square

* Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4

Bracket, Transaxle
Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2
Link, Shift
Bolt, Hex, Fin. 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gr. 8

10

10

25

24

KEY PART
NO. NO.

19 STD551125

20 19091210
21 123539X
22 105701X
23 122011X
24 128202
25 STD561210
26 STD541531

27 STD541431
28 128085
30 123692X

31 123409X
33 STD541437
34 11050500

35 STD581075 *E-Ring

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

*Washer, Lock 1/4

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

Arm, Shift
Washer, Shift Plate
Knob, Golf Club

Handle, Shift

* Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1
* Nut, Hex, Nylon 5/16-24

* Nut, Keps 5/16-18

Spring, Extension

Retainer, Knob

Spacer

* Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

Washer, Lock, External Tooth 5/16

30

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

40

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

MOWER LIFT LEVER

16

11

24

23

26

22

KEY

PART KEY PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1

126470X Clip, Fuel Line 17

2

122018X Bracket, Mower Clutch 18

3

74780408 Bolt, Hex, Fin 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 19

4

STD541437 * Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 21

5

123417X Assembly, Clutch Lever

6

106451X Bolt, Shoulder 22

7

123491X Assembly, Mower Clutch Arm 23

8

STD523722 * Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4 24

9

121930X Assembly, Bellcrank, Lift 25

10

76020412 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 26

11

STD551037 *Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge 27

12

122027X Grip, Handle 28

13

127028 Assembly, Lift Handle 29

14

123496X Spring, Compression

15

19131212 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 12 Gauge

16

4921 H Retainer, Spring

Grade 5 20

HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION

127359
133205
7368O400
STD523727
17490508

121929X
STD561210

STD551050

121933X

121934X

106932X
STD560907

123671X

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

Link, Front Lift
Trunnion, Threaded 3/8-16
Nut, Crownlock 1/4-20

* Bolt, Hex, Fin. 3/8-16 UNC x 2-3/4

Screw, Hex, Thd. Roll.
5/16-18 x 1/2

Bracket, Mower I-_ight

* Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1
* Washer 17/32 x I x 16 Gauge

Tube, Spacer

Rod, Mower Lift
Knob

* Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4

Link, Mower Clutch

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

MOWER DECK

17

43

41

42

33

4O

37

/

39

36

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 127743 Spring, Mower Clutch 26 129963

2 122052X Spacer, Retainer 27 129983
3 STD541437 * Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 28 129207

4 130840 Brake Assembly 29 73050900
5 131251 Guide, Belt Idler 30 126361X

6 121316X Pulley, Flat Idler 31 17490508
7 STD533720 * Bolt, Carriage

8 19131410 Washer 13/32 x7/8 x 10 Gauge 33 131560
9 127744 Arm Assembly, Idler, Mower 36 121980X

10 STD533710 *Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 37 123713X

11 130841 Rod, Brake 38 105304X

12 127356 Bracket, Lift, Rear, R.H. 39 19111016

13 STD533106 *Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x5/8 40 110452X

14 STD541431 *Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 41 131264

15 127357 Bracket, Lift, Rear, L.H. 42 STD551050

16 130837 Keeper, Belt, R.H. 43 STD624008

17 128508 Link Assembly, Mower Stabilizer 44 130836

18 128511 Pin, Drive 45 110485X

19 127380 Bracket Assembly, Front 46 128774

20 127841 Blade 47 129895
21 129962 Washer, Hard 48 133172

22 STD551137 *Washer, Lock 3/8 -- 130794

23 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Grade 8

24 128961 Stripper
25 78158 Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Grade 5 32 122051X

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NOTE" All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Washer .150 Thick

Deck Assembly
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Flangelock 9/16
Bracket Assembly, Deflector
Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,

Roll. 5/16-18 x 1/2

Arm, Support Idler, Mower

Deflector
Rod, Hinge

Spring, Torsion Deflector
Cap, Sleeve

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Pushnut

V-Belt

* Washer 17/32 x 1 x 16 Gauge
* Retainer, Spring

Keeper, L.H.
Bearing

Housing, Mandrel

Bearing
Shaft & Bearing Assembly, Mandrel
Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key
Numbers 21-23, 26, 29, and 45-48)

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FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 143.4360-18

20

2_ 5_

19 23

26 31

27

36 35

22 4"-1 _98"

24

32

33

34

19

37

52

53

54

55

19

56

40

41

57

42

59

43*

59

62

56

55

63

44

46

47

48

49

50

19

43*52

64

65

61

44

i9 67

71

74

70

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FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE- MODEL NUMBER 143.4360-18

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO.

1

120458X Housing, Upper 41 105928X

2

2274J Screw, Tapping, Large 42 110084X

3

68003 Ball, Detent 105930X

4

105904X Spring, Detent 105931X

5

105905X Screw, Set 105932X

6

120460X Shifter Assembly 3417J

7

120461X O-Ring 106097X

8

120462X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .006 2264J
120463X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .010 106098X
120464X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .015 2265J
120465X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .020 106586X

120466X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .026 106587X
83818 * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .030 106588X
120467X * Washer, Plain .505 x .942 x .040 2263J

9

2286J Ring, Retaining 44 120473X

10

2267J Ring, Retaining 45 105933X

11

3413J *Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .010 46 106151X
2233J * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .020 47 120407X

2232J * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .026 48 106589X
2231J * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x _031 49 120408X
2230J * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .036 50 105937X
2229J *Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .041 51 2226J

2228J * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .046 52 2272J
2227J * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .050 53 2263J

2226J * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .060 54 123907X
105906X * Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .082 55 110081X

12

6725J O-Ring 56 105941X

13

120415X Washer, Plain .632 x 1.38 x .046 57 110071X

14

2257J Key, Woodruff, #9 58 120952X

15

110077X Kit, Input Shaft Assembly 59 110082X

16

110078X Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth 60 123908X

17

105909X Ring, Retaining 61 120476X

18

105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 62 120961X

19

105911X Bearing, Flange 63 7294J

2O

108976X Gear, Spur, 14 Teeth 64 108989X

21

105913X Collar, Clutch 65 120953X

22

t20468X Key, Clutch 66 120954X

23

2242J Key, Woodruff, #3 67 120955X

24

120469X Shaft, Intermediate

25

2244J Key, Woodruff, #61 68 108992X

26

105916X Ring, Retaining 69 108996X

27

120470X Sprocket, 18 Teeth 70 120956X

28

110070X Spacer 71 73810500

29

108977X Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth 72 106596X

30

109254X Gear, Spur, 35 Teeth

31

120405X Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth 73 120993X

32

108980X Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth 74 120951X

33

120406X Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth 75 120416X

34

108455X Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth

35

105925X Washer, Plain .640 x 1.37 x .061

36

2232J Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .026

37

108978X Spacer .630 x 1.00 x .169

38

110079X Assembly, Gear, Combination of ** Order Key Number 15

120471X Shaft, Idler

39 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
40 1 inch = 25.4 mm

120472X Spacer .635 x .875 x .755

1/4-20 x .734 43 108983X

* Use InVarious Combinations to Maintain Proper

Clearances

12 Teeth and 35 Teeth

Sprocket, 9 Teeth

Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth
*Washer Plain .758 x 1.12 x .010
* Washer Plain
* Washer Plain
* Washer Plain
* Washer Plain
*Washer Plain

*Washer Plain
* Washer Plain
* Washer Plain
* Washer Plain
*Washer Plain
* Washer Plain
*Washer Plain

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12

Gear, Spur, 15

Gear, Spur, 20

Gear, Spur, 25

Gear, _pur, 28

Gear, Spur, 31

Washer, Plain

Seal, Felt

Washer, Plain .758 x 1.25 x .062

Axle, Left Hand
Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Axle, Right Hand

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping, Large
5/16-18 x 2.25

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain .321 x 1.00 x .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Locknut 5/16-24

Screw, Tapping, Large

5/16-18 x 1.44
Washer, Plain .343 x .81 x .059

Puck, Friction

Grease --

.758 x 1.12 x .015
.758 x 1.12 x .020

.758 x 1.12 x .025
.758 x 1.25 x .020

.758 x 1.25 x .025
.758 x 1.25 x .031

.758 x 1.25 x .035
.758 x 1.25 x .040
.758 x 1.25 x .045
.758 x 1.25 x .050
.758 x 1.25 x .055
.758 x 1.25 x .062

Teeth
Teeth

Teeth
Teeth
Teeth
Teeth
.632 x 1.00 x .060

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265

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657

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219

422

46

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

121 CARBU_OR OVERHAUL KIT

965 53

52

164.

123

84A

I 131

130

51

141

618

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105

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127

611

535 1711

445

224

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42.1

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482

601 601 I

537

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

310

803

ReferenceNumber 309 ,

Manufecturer Drive Ass_.

B_gs & Houdng
Strat|on Lenolh

12V 3-21/32" 394805

"Includes BrushSet

*'Includes #398003 ClutchAssembly

#280104 Gear

#490467 Relair_ and Pin
#94288 RollPin

•Motor and

310 Sl I S10

Thru Bolt Brush Ddve

Assembly Assemblv l Assemblv l

94003 395538 490421"*

(Fief. No. 513)
(Fief. No. 783)
(Ref. No. 876)

(Ref. No. 896)

801

544

Arn_ture

Assembly

39O837

801 SO2 #Q_

Odve End Cep End Cap As-'y. Housing

Assembly Commutator Assembly

'" 39_56 _95537° 393825

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12490450

399265

3 391086
5 494240

7 271866
8 391406

9 27803

10 93394
11 280100
12 271916

271997

271996
13 93723
15 94239
16 490466

94196
18 494238
20 291675

22 94305

23 492326

24

222698

25

394661

394662

394663

394664

26

391780

392331

391781

391782

391783

27

260924

28

299691

391286

29

490348

490469

31

222299

32

92909

33

262246

34

262247

35

65906

36

26828

37

223752

40

221596

41

292260

42

93630

45

262248

46

212897

51

272465

52

270872

Cylinder Assembly 53

Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special 75

Tools For Installation) 78

* Seal, Oil 95

Head, Cylinder 98

* Gasket, Cylinder Head 104

Breather Assembly 105

* Gasket, Valve Cover 106

Screw, Sems 108

Tube, Breather 118
* Gasket, Crankcase Cover 1/64" 121
* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .005" 123
* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009" 125

Screw, Cylinder Head 127
Plug, Oil Drain 130

Crankshaft 131
Key, Timing Gear 133

Base, Engine 137

*Seal, Oil 138

Screw, Sems, Base Mounting 141
Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 142
Magneto
Key, Flywheel
Piston Assembly, Standard
Piston Assembly .010" Oversize 147

Piston Assembly .020" Oversize 164
Piston Assembly .030" Oversize 171
Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size 187
Ring Set, Piston, Chrome, Standard 188
Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize 201
Ring Set, Piston .020" Oversize 209

Ring Set, Piston .030" Oversize 216
Lock, Piston Pin 219

Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard
Pin Assy., Piston .005" Oversize 222

Rod Assembly, Connecting
Rod Assembly, Connecting, 224

.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 225
Lock, Connecting Rod Screw 227
Screw, Connecting Rod 230

Valve, Exhaust 232

Valve, Intake 240

Spring, Intake Valve
Spring, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel
Retainer, Intake Valve
Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve
Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoil

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam
Gasket, Carburetor (Carburetor to

Elbow)

* Gasket, Carburetor (Elbow to

Cylinder)

*'* Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

*** Included in both Carburetor OverhaJJI Kit (494384)

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

94637

224061
93805

94098

494382
231789

231790

281169

224540
494383
494384
94616
494502

224539
494379
494381

281165

281164
494380
494537
494499

231794

213819

281051
393815

93535

262767

260871

262766

490815
494887

94513
231058
493935
222450

262785
394358

* Included in Gasket Set (494241)

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

1 inch = 25.4 mm

Stud, Carburetor Mounting

Washer, Spring

Screw, Seres

** Screw, Throttle

Screw, Idle Speed

** Pin, Float Hinge
** Valve Assembly, Inlet Needle

Inlet, Valve Seat
Valve, Choke

** Valve, Needle

Carburetor Overhaul Kit
Screw, Elbow Mounting

Carburetor Assembly

** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Throttle
Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Float, Carburetor

*** Gasket, Float Bowl

*'**Washer, Float Bowl Screw

** Shaft and Lever, Choke

** Nozzle / Jet, Carburetor

High Altitude Kit:

231796 Pilot, Jet, High Altitude
281164 Seal, Bowl Screw

** Pilot, Jet

Carburetor, Elbow

Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting
Line, Fuel

Screw, Sems

Link, Governor

Spring, Governor

Link, Choke

Oil Slinger, Governor Gear and

Bracket Assembly
Plate, Governor Control

Choke-A-Matic)

crew, Sems, Air Cleaner

Crank, Governor

Lever Assembly, Govemor

Washer, Governor Crank
Spring, Governor Link

Filter, Fuel

REPAIR PARTS

12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

265 221535 Clamp, Casing 635 66538
284 94419 Screw, Clamp Mounting 646 224546
284A 94326 Screw, Air Cleaner 657 93496

304 494269 Housing, Blower 663 94620
305 94608 Screw, Sems, Blower Housing 668 280848

Muunting 726 392134
306 224545 Shield, Cylinder
307 93949 Screw, Sems, Cylinder Shield 727 490324

Mounting
308 491490 Cover, Cylinder Head 728 94627

309 - - - Motor, Starting (See Chart on 729 28159

Illustrated Pages for Replacement 741 262135
332 92284 Nut, Hex 758 399891

333 492341 Armature, Magneto 759 298909
334 93381 Screw, Sems, Armature Mounting 761 93875
337 802592 Plug, Spark 842 270920

346 93705 Screw, Hex Head 847 490474
356 494328 Wire, Ground 851 221798

358 494241 Gasket Set 869 261463

363 19203 Puller, Flywheel 870 213316

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 871 261961
422 223721 Clamp, Oil Filler Tube 872 281104

423 94073 Screw, Sems 875 494237
445 493909 Cartridge, Air Cleaner 877 393456

455 222561 Cup, Screen Mounting
467 493903 Knob, Air Cleaner 955 94642
468 222562 Screen, Flush Rotating 965 94108
474 393474 Stator, Alternator 975 494378
482 93621 Screw, Sems 977 494385

523 490327 Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 987 281166
524 68838 Seal, Filler Tube 1005 280687

525 280741 Tube, Oil Filler 1006 224413
535 272403 Element, Air Cleaner 1020 262243
537 281106 * O-Ring, Air Cleaner 1021 94160

552 231597 Bushing, Governor Crank
562 92613 Bolt, Governor Lever
592 231082 Nut, Hex #10-24

601 93053 Clamp, Fuel Pipe
611 494451 Fuel Inlet Tube

614 93306 Cotter, Hair Pin
615 93307 Retainer, E-Ring

618 262803 Spring, Choke Return
634 281168 ** Seal, Choke Shaft

634A 491323 *Seal, Governor
634B 281167 Washer, Throttle Shaft

Parts for Starting Motors) 757 212359

* Included in Gasket Set (494241)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

*** Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384)

and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm ...

Elbow, Spark Plug
Brace, Air Cleaner

Screw, Sems
Screw, Hex Head
Spacer

Gear, Ring (Includes Mounting
Parts)

Cover, Starter (Includes Mounting

Screws)

Screw, Sems

Clip, Lead Wire

Gear, Timing

Link, Counterweight
Counterweight Assembly
Pin, Counterweight
Screw, Countenweight
Seal, Oil Filler Cap

Fill Group, Oil
Terminal, Ignition Cable
Seat, Intake Valve, Standard
Seat, Exhaust Valve, Standard

Guide, Exhaust Valve
Cover, Air Cleaner

Body, Air Cleaner

Diode and Connector Assembly,

Dual Circuit

** Screw, Fuel Bowl

Locknut, Air Cleaner Mounting
Bowl Assembly, Carburetor

Carburetor Gasket Kit

** Seal, Throttle Shaft

Fan, Flywheel
Retainer, Fan

Eccentric
Pin, Eccentric

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

SIGHTING

GUIDE

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH
SKY LINE OR TREE.

NOT ACROSS HILL

15° MAX.

iii i iiii

If _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I
!1 _ greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

_ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

I

SE_/A/ S

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.257462

12.0 HP
ELECTRIC START

36" MOWER
6 SPEED

LAWN RIDER

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model
number.

The Model Number for your tractor will be found on the model plate
located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of

the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Service Center and most Retail Stores.

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

130147 9.19.91

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-
ING INFORMATION:

• PRODUCT- LAWN RIDER

• MODEL NUMBER - 917,257462

• ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 283707 TYPE NUMBER 0217-01

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

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to you, we service what we sell.

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