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Sears 917.25004 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. Kit rectifier regulator includes 2 Screw H C 1 4 20x8 8 2 Connector Screw H C 10 24x3 4 4 Kit stator Clip Connector Clamp Grommet Spark plug 2 Bracket module Screw hex wash hd 1 4 20x7 8 2 Module ignition Screw hex wash hd 1 4 20xl 2 Lead violet rectifier reg 11 14 gauge uninsulated push on tab terminals Lead white module to connec tor 12 1 2 18 gauge insulated push on tab and uninsulated push on tab termi 45 nals BREATHER amp VENT KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 X 81 1 Nut hex 1 4 20 2 2 X 25 12 Washer plain 1 4 2 3 52096 18 Cover 2 cylinder valve 4 52 055 01 Gasket cover 3 5 X 352 39 Stud 2 cylinder valve cover 1 4 20x2 1 4 6 52326 12 Hose breather 7 52096 08 Cover 1 upper cyl valve 8 5203204 Seal breather 9 5246201 Valve umbrella 10 5209622 Cover 1 lower cyl valve 11 275220 Stud 1 cylinder valve cover 1 4 20x3 1 4 ELECTRIC START KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52098 10 Starter assembly Includes 4 10 2 X 20 1 Washer lock 1 4 2 3 X 81 1 Nut hex 1 4 20 2 4 5275505 Kit drive Includes 5 5 52 75508 Kit drive parts 6 5222701 Cap drive end 7 5217003 Armature 8 52 227 08 Cap commutator end Includes 9 9 5275515 Kit brush 10 5221103 Bolt thru 1 4 20x6 7 8 2 25450 03 Tag ca
2. a WCS SWITCH LATED CLIPS BLUE If wiring insulated clips were removed for servicing of unit they POSITION CIRCUIT 63 should be replaced to properly secure S BRE CAD your wiring n a Removable Connectors CHASSIS D E gt Non removable Connectors GROUND C B F A 28 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 ELECTRICAL A B C D E F ra 40 GP 34 30 34 U 35H 37 ds To Electric Clutch To Engine Kil terminal N piu CC ONE In C 5 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches C 1 inch 25 4 mm L ol KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY baer REN DESCRIPTION NO NO NO 1 123198X Wing Nut 1 4 20 30 STD601005 Screw Tap Hex Hd No 10 2 STD551025 Washer 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 24 UNC x 1 2 Type T 3 102476X Guard Terminal 32 109596X Clamp Hose 4 STD532575 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 7 1 2 33 S1D551125 Lockwasher 1 4 5 121537X Battery 34 73350400 Nut Hex Jam 1 4 20 6 7603J Battery Tray 35 74780408 Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 1 2 Gr 5 7 124654X Harness Ignition 36 STD541425 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 10 110859X Harness Light Socket 37 74760412 Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 3 4 11 47520 Bulb Light 39 STD541025 Nut Hex 1 4 20 12 100541K Tube Battery Tray 40 11050400 Washer Lock 1 4 Ext Tooth 13 71923 Cable Tie 43 SID551125 Lockwasher 1 4 14 104445X Switch Interlock Clutch 45 108824X Fuse 30 Amp 15 4206J Cable Battery Battery to 46 121433X Ammeter Solenoid 5
3. Screw hex wash hd 1 4 20x3 4 Screw throttle 8 choke plate 4 Plate throttle Shaft throttle w lever amp seal Needie idle fuel adj Spring idle fuel ocrew idle speed adj Spring idle speed Spring main fuel Needle main fuel Lever choke Spring choke friction Bali choke friction Plate choke Gasket bowl Kit float Bowl fuel Gasket bowl retainer screw Screw bowl retainer Kit carburetor repair 47 CYLINDER HEAD KEY PART NO NO 1 2 52 041 18 52 755 78 DESCRIPTION Gasket head 2 Kit cylinder head 2 Includes 3y 3 25 086 07 Screw hex machine 5 16 18x2 4 4 220534 Washer plain 5 16 18 5 41086 02 Screw hex hd 5 16 18x1 1 2 8 6 5207215 Stud 5 16 18x2 6 7 X 82 2 Nut hex 5 16 18 6 EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52 281 31 Shield heat 2 5212612 Bracket 3 X 25 72 Washer plain 3 4 52086 11 Screw 1 4 20x5 8 3 5 5204114 Gasket exhaust 2 LOW OIL PRESSURE CUTOUT KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 X 75 23 Plug pipe 1 8 N P T F 52 755 94 Gasket Set 82 522 23 short Block REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV205 57517 FLYWHEEL L NN W A v L ia N A x N KO t i I L va T RATE K s LO AN
4. d Pull belt off both mower pulley and idler pulleys Fig 40 e To replace mower drive belt reverse above proce dure NOTE MAKE SURE DRIVE BELT IS ENGAGED IN 29 ALL PULLEYS 7 Mower Removal a Remove mowerdrive belt See MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL page 22 through step 3 b Pull belt off engine pullay Fig 39 c Pull retainer springs out of rear suspension trunnions Remove rear suspension trunnions from lift brackets Fig 41 d Pull retainer spring out of rear hinge pin Remove rear hinge pin Fig 41 e Pull retainer spring out of front hinge pin Remove front hinge pin Fig 41 and parallel link f Use lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TRACTOR IN STALL MOWER OR REMOVE PARALLEL LINK FIG 41 NOTE IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR THE L H AND H H SUSPENSION ARMS FIG 41 SHOULD BE REMOVED 8 Mower Blade Drive Belt Replacement 4 Remove mower drive belt See page 22 b Removemowerfromtractor See MOWERREMOVAL above c Pull belt towards rear of mower at tensioning pulley Fig 42 Place a block between tension bracket and mower lift bracket Roll belt off tensioning pulley Holl belt off all other pulleys e Slide belt from under spring f Toinstall belt reverse above procedure Make sure belt is engaged in all pulleys FENSIONING MOWER p BLADE BELT Wa
5. 3 Blade Sharpening For best resulls mower blades must be kept sharp The blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a fie or on a grinding wheel We suggest they be sharpened alter every 25 hours of mowing Do not attempt to sharpen while on mower H you mow in sandy soil check the blades after each two mowings The sand wears ihe blades away rapidly a When grinding care should be taken to maintain blade balance and the blade should be checked for proper balance before reinstallation on mower Unbalanced or bent blade will cause excessive vibration when running and eventual damage to mower or engine Replace bent or damaged blades b Tocheck blade balance drive a nail info a beamor wall Leave about one inch 25 4 mm of the Straight nail exposed Place center hole of clean blade over the head of the nail Fig 21 i NOTE CENTER HOLE OF BLADE ON NAIL F BLADE IS PROPERLY BALANCED BLADE SHOULD REMAIN IN POSITION SHOWN IN FIG 21 IF EITHER END OF THE BLADE MOVES DOWN WARD BLADE IS NOT BALANCED SHARPEN THE HEAVY END UNTIL BLADE IS BALANCED Every 50 Hours Once a Mowing Season Operating in dusty conditions may require more frequent servicing 1 Check Battery a Battery acid level in each battery cell should be even with bottoms of tubes in cells Fig 22 Add ONLY distilled water if necessary NOTE DO NOT OVERFILL b Keep battery and terminals clean c Keep battery bolts tight d Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in
6. Lever speed control Washer tension Bushing speed control lever Screw hex wash hd 1 4 20x5 8 Spring governor Nut hex 1 4 20 Washer plain 1 4 2 Arm governor Screw R H sq neck 1 4 20xl Ring retaining 4 Bushing linkage retaining 4 Linkage governor Linkage throttle Lever throttle Spring torsion Bushing thr control lever Screw hex wash hd 1 4 20x Screw hex wash hd 10 24x3 8 3 Clamp 3 Nut hex 10 32 Screw hex hd 10 32x7 8 49 FUEL PUMP KEY P RT NO NO 1 Co N DOOD DNR 1 PISTON amp ROD 47 086 08 X 380 1 52 559 01 X 25 63 25 041 05 25 155 02 X 426 9 52 353 18 45 050 01 41 353 14 KEY PART NO NO 1 2 52 067 71 52 067 72 52 874 16 52 874 17 52 874 18 52 874 19 52 874 20 52 141 01 52 108 09 52 108 10 52 108 11 52 108 12 DESCRIPTION Screw pozidriv T H 1 4 20x5 8 2 Connector straight Pump fuel assembly includes 4 8 5 Washer plain 1 4 2 Gasket fuel pump Connector hose Clamp hose 4 Line fuel Filter fuel Hose fuel DESCRIPTION Connecting Rod Std 2 Connecting Rod 010 2 Piston w Ring Set Sid 2 Piston w Ring Set 003 2 Piston w Ring Set 010 2 Piston w Ring Set 020 2 Piston w Ring Set 030 2 Retainer piston pin 4
7. Link Lift KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 21 124516X Shaft Lift 22 110448X Link Lift Adjust 23 110447X Trunnion Lift 24 73710700 Nut Lock 7 16 20 UNF 25 12000037 Klip Ring 26 105864X Bracket Suspension 27 121252X Upstop Mower 28 121598X Arm Suspension RH 29 9135R Retainer Spring 30 106308X Trunnion Lift Lower 32 STD541050 Nut Hex Fin 1 2 13 33 121599X Arm Suspension L H 34 12000022 E Ring 35 STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16x1 36 STD533707 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 3 4 37 19292016 Washer 29 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 38 STD541237 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 39 STD541343 Nut Hex Jam 7 16 20 40 74780624 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 41 122365X Button Plunger STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm a 3 am d mek on 6 7 DO ace gt A 37 G e 7 D 40 2 ao den 38 prets fi Eran M f Z i MOWER KEY PART NO NO STD54 1437 19131614 121316X 102403X 106902X 677A451 106513X 121425X 106523X 106522X 121236X 51D551037 121658X 106214X 106085X S1D541037 STD55 1137 102932X 106526X 7644 121705X 106511X 105662X 4921H 105744X 109835X 106512X 108119X 10040600 8418 121423X 105304 X 106734 X 110452X 10974 3X 109785X 121343X 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMB DESCRIPTION Nut Lock 3 8 16 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 G
8. b Read and follow the operation instructions page 11 Know the location and purpose of all controls c Check oil and gasoline page 12 before starting the tractor LH IDLER PULLEY NUT e CY SPRING gt MOWER DRIVE BELT RH IDLER PULLEY ve 4 d E E MOWER PULLEY 10 FIGURE 11 OPERATION READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR If you understand the unit and its operation you will achieve efficient and peak performance While reading the manual compare the illustrations with your Garden Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments Study the operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Garden Tractor and to prevent injury to yourself and others Be sure to pay strict attention to all warnings and cautions they are included for your safety Save this manual for future reference ONE BUTTON LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT THROTTLE CLUTCH SWITCH H CONTROL ATTACHMENT AMMETER LIFT LEVER IGNITION CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL x HEIGHT E PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR jr x HEIGHT GEARSHIET ADJUSTMENT HORE i LEVER KNOB i AMMETER Each time you start your tractor check your ammeter The needle should move toward the charging mark indicating the battery is being charged as you operate your tractor The headlights will not show a discharge on the amme
9. 52 468 04 Washer thrust 128 131 52 468 05 Washer thrust 137 140 AR CAMSHAFT amp VALVES KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52012 09 Camshaft 2 5201903 Tappet 4 3 41 755 10 Kit retainer 4 4 5241301 Rotator exhaust valve 2 5 25089 01 Spring valve 4 6 52016 06 Valve exhaust 2 7 201707 Valve intake 2 8 52032 13 Seal intake valve stem 2 9 230011 Retainer intake valve 2 JIL PAN KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 X 67 64 Screw hex wash hd 10 32x7 16 2 2 5205003 Filter oil pickup 3 5219903 Oil pan 4 X 75 10 Plug sa hd 3 8 N P T F 2 5 5208612 Screw hex wash hd 5 16 18x1 1 4 9 6 5203210 Seal rear oil 43 OIL FILTER KEY PART NO NO 1 5204116 2 5218103 3 X 55 15 4 52050 02 DIPSTICK KEY PART NO NO 1 52038 08 2 X 25 44 3 52032 14 4 4115301 5 5212611 6 52123 20 7 4713901 OIL PUMP KEY PART NO NO 1 X 280 25 2 5214405 3 5242201 4 5204305 5 5239309 6 5209603 7 X 67 64 DESCRIPTION Gasket oil filter Adapter oil filter Screw hex socket hd 5 16 18x1 1 4 2 Oil filter DESCRIPTION Dipstick 13 1 2 blade Washer plain 5 16 Seal rubber O Ring Bracket oil tube support Tube oil fill 141 7 8 Plug hex cisk 3 4 N P T F DESCRIPTION Pin roll Shaft oil pump Spacer shim A R max 2 Gear oil pump Rotor set Cover oil
10. Ring Set Std amp 003 2 Ring Set 010 2 Ring Set 020 2 Ring Set 030 2 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S 57517 CRANKCASE KEY PART NO NO i X 82 2 2 5246812 3 8275518 4 5201606 5 5203101 6 5231606 7 5275550 8 5207212 9 25086 12 10 X 269 43 11 5207805 12 5203010 52 030 11 52 030 12 DESCRIPTION Nut nex 5 16 18 16 Washer flat 5 16 12 Kit 1 cylinder barrel Includes 4 6 Valve exhaust insert valve seat 2 Guide valve 2 Kit oil relief Step stud 5 16 18x3 4 3 8 16x5 8 2 long 1 2 screw hex flange 5 16 18x2 2 Ring retaining Shaft governor Bearing sleeve Std 2 Bearing sleeve 010 Bearing sleeve 020 50 KEY NO 13 14 PART NO 25 086 10 25 086 13 41 468 01 X 352 33 52 141 02 52 139 08 25 086 11 52 032 10 82 755 19 DESCRIPTION Screw hex flange 5 16 18x1 1 2 3 Screw hex flange 3 8 16x3 5 8 2 Washer plain 4 Stud 5 16 18x4 1 8 2 O ring Plug Screw hex flange 5 16 18x3 1 2 6 Seal front oil Kit 2 cylinder barrel Includes 4 6 SERVICE NOTES 51 SERVICE NOTES 52 Attachments That Add to the Usefuiness of Your Craftsman Garden Tractor Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor Many of these
11. WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO TRACTOR c Check level of battery acid after 30 minutes Add additional battery acid if necessary NOTE PRESS VENT CAPS INTO BATTERY UNTIL FASTENED SECURELY NOTE OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED a ABOVE REQUIRED FOR BATTERY CHARG ING d Charge battery at a rate of six amperes for one hour e Neutralize excess battery acid from filling battery for disposal by adding it to 7 4 litres 2 gallons of water in a 19 litres 5 gallon plastic container Stir with a wooden or plastic paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of more soda causes no more foaming 2 install Seat Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so that the operator can comfortably reach Clutch Brake Pedal and safely operate the tractor Fig 14 a Remove cardboard from seat pan b Place seat on seat pan Screw adjustment knob and flat washer into seat Fig 2 Screw shoulder boit into seat Fig 2 Adjustment knob shoulder bolt and washer found in bag of parts CUT AWAY VIEW BATTERY TUBE BATTERY CELL MU SK N MAN FIGURE 1 SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT N ADJUSTMENT FLAT FENDER KNOB WASHER SHIFT FIGURE 2 THE ADJUSTMENT BOLT AND FLAT WASHER MUST BE TIGHTENED SE ee TO PREVENT MOVEMENT OF c Tighten shoulder bolt using a 1 2 wrench NOTE THE SHOULDER BOLT WILL BE LOOSE IN THE SEAT PAN SLOT d Tighten adjustment knob finger tight e Place s
12. m 74 er La m R O ma gt E C C NELIE ERGE OO Se eed SEG EE Ge ES ene TP ee REEN EE HEN AA i Clean Engine Cooling Fins Check Mufiler Replace Air Cleaner Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug A PEN Z Rara ond t seer Ver AN AR sr BRA MERE EV REED EERS MERE NE TREN TR CE EER FERM 4 3 z kad RES NG N S Di g n res S Fetes AA A W r v 3 ST ere ne EG A Te 1127 CECS D cheer RTT T 3 E K H L M 9 R H 3 T i b t i p y p L g H E x 8 MODIACE rues ruler i Fa F j m 4 pe b A maoud OA Ve EA boo H A aa ME SEAR PRINS WEY KDE ANA EDS PA GE DA OAM ST ATRE A PE de ENNO HEA FTE KESA rm EN CN pa rr bat Nm A Bo Nr TE A EE TE ATTEN re RS TK EER EER BAER RAR Tr A O ERO A MAERU 27 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 SCHEN IATIC RED A i BLACK o i AJ RED i RED A TILLER ATTACH LL CONNECTOR i i POWER NE ei PE aS e WHITE I GLUTCH OFF 1 CYP A Q LAU gt E T GOLENOD RED ELECTRO BLACK al BLACK al AMMETER SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED LWHITE 87 BLACK _ SESE gi IGNITION UM et eS al L ae SWITCH OPERATOR j SENC SPARK PLUGS BLACK A d BLACK T BLACK Sen 28 VAC MIN 3600RPM E ENGINE COIL 5 AMP CO REGULATOR L ALTERNATOR IGNITION SWITCH T POSITION CIRCUIT or ao orc
13. 12 volt source Includes booms for utomatic spraying when pulling and hand held wand for spot spraying Wand has adjustable spray pattern For applying erbicides insecticides fungicides and liquid fertilizers 71 2458 50 psi maximum pressure with 25 foot wand length Sprays up to 25 feet with wand 71 24398 25 psi maximum pressure with 18 foot wand length Sprays up to 18 feet with wand OZER BLADE removes snow grades dirt sand and gravel 48 inches wide 17 inches high clears 44 inch path when ngied Master lift controle lever for operator ease Spring trip for snow removal on uneven pavement built in float for lade to follow ground contour Reversible replaceable scraper bar Use with tire chains wheel weights or rear drawbar eight Stock No 71 24401 53 SNOWTHROWER has 40 inch swath Drum type auger handies powdery and wet heavy snow Mounts easily with simple pin arangement Discharge chute adjusts to 240 degree arc from tractor seat 6 inch diameter spout discharges led A oe 50 ft Lift controlled at tractor seat Use with tire chains wheel weights or rear drawbar weight Stock No 1 N Fe are heavy duty closely spaced extra large cross links give smooth ride outstanding traction Stock No 1 26945 WHEEL WEIGHTS provide stability reduce tearing of turf when moving on hills stopping turning starting Provides extra weight for traction to pull low loads lawn vac Required for snow removal For plowing one in
14. 32 x 11 16x 16 Ga Nut Lock 5 16 18 Bolt Hex 3 8 16x3 Screw Flat Head 3 8 16x 2 Washer 11 32 x 3 4x 16 Ga Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 5 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 UNG x 3 4 Screw Hex Washer Thread Rolling 3 8 16 x 3 4 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 3 4 Ne Extension ut Centerlock 3 8 16 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Lock 5 16 78 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 X 2 1 2 Washer 13 32 x 3 4 x 10 Ga Washer 13 32 X 7 8 X 10 Ga Keeper LH Mandrel Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 X 5 8 Mower Deck Complete STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY U BO si i OT W ado 90 gt NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm Se 57 39 PARTS L eed Hr Wa 4 KA M Z L aa piste H lt erra a gt 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 TRANSAXLE PEERLESS MODEL NUMBER 143 820 016 40 M a H 24 i eer M h Fd 24 PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 TRANSAXLE PEERLESS MODEL NUMBER 143 820 016 Ref Part Ref Part No No Part Name No No Part Name 1 2 oss 3 778211 4 778240 5 778201 6 778202 6A 778208 7 778209 8 778203 g 778204 10 778239 11 778207 HA 778216 12 778246 13 784216 14 786123 15 786082 16 776291 17 778245 18 786121 18A 786122 19 776275 20 718247 21 790043 22 792138 23 780084 25 788040 26 780051 27 780071 28 786081 29 780
15. Storage Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When mower Is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc give blades and underside of housing a good coat of grease or rust preventative Store in a clean dry area a Fuel System it is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasoholor using ethanol or methanol can atiract 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 storage of 30 days or longer b Engine O Drain with engine warm oil and replace with clean engine oil see chart on page 15 c Cylinders t Remove spark plugs 2 Pour 29 5mi one ounce of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder 3 Turn ignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil d Replace with new spark plugs d Battery 1 Priorto storage clean terminals and top of battery 2 Disconnect cable from positive side of battery After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging 8 General Cleaning Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter f Store in a clean dry area LONG HUB Se FIGURE 46 GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU
16. are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you This list was current at the time of publication however it may change in future years more attachments may be added changes including changes in the stock number may be made in these attachments or some may no longer be available Most of these attachments do not reguire additional hitches or conversion kits those that do are indicated and are designed for easy attaching and detaching You may order these attachments at most Sears retail stores catalog sales offices and through the catalog LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves Stock No Path Capacity 71 24030 30 in 9 0 cu ft 71 24032 32 in 10 0 cu ft 71 24033 High Performance 32 in 11 5 cu ft 71 24038 3B in 12 5 cu ft AWN VACS for powerful collections of heavy grass clippings and leaves All accept Wand attachment to pick up debris n hard to reach places Stock No Engine Capacity Also Required 71 2452 3HP 12 bu 71 26471 chute 71 2447 5HP 25bu 71 24474 chute 71 2455 3HP 8 bu 71 26471 chute ARTS make hauling easy Stock No Size Capacity 71 24353 4 cu ft 400 Ib Dump cart 71 24354 10 cu ft 1 000 ib Hauling cart 71 24355 10 cu ft 1 000 Ib Dump cart 71 24356 14 cu ft 1 250 Ib Dump cart 71 24357 17 cu ft 1 500 ib Dump cart ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 inch wide 18 inch diameter water tight drum holds up to 390 Ib of weight tounded edges preven
17. blade Fig Z 2 54 cm 1 inch outside the runner ig 16 b 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 button of clippings and more uniform cutting c When mowing large areasiFig 17 start by turning to the right so that the chppings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways ete After one or fwo rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished Q If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice The first time cut relatively high the second time to the desired height D The left hand side of mower should be used for MENG Do not mow tall dry grass over 15 26 cm 6 inches tall itis a fire hazard t 5 Operating The Tractor On Hills DO NOT DRIVE UP OR DOWN HILLS WITH SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 AND DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY SLOPE REFER TO PAGE 55 a Move gear shift lever to IST gear before starting up or down hills b AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS c If slowing rs necessary move throttle control lever to Slower position LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP PING AND STARTING TO ALLOW SLIGHT TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHILL AS CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL MOVES THROUGH CLUTCH POSITION d if stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake peda quickly to brake position and engage parking brake e To restart tractor movement make sure tractor isin the lowest sp
18. gap Recharge or replace Battery Check the Wiring Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor Use Fresh Fuel Replace Fuel Filter Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor Major Engine Overhaul Shift to a lower gear or reduce load Drain Gas Tank and Carburetor Use Fresh Fuel Remove and clean Air Cleaner Make necessary carburetor adjustments Clean Air Screen Add or change ail Replace Spark Plug s and adjust gap Rep ace Fuel Filter Major Engine Overhaul Shift to lower gear or reduce load Clean Air Screen Add or change ou Clean Engine Cooling Fins Remove and clean Muffler or replace Remove and clean Air Filter Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor Check Fuse Switch and Wire Connections Replace Headlight Bulbs Replace Switch Check Fuse for fault and replace Replace Battery Replace Diode Assembly Replace Alternator Check all Wire Connections Check Seat Switch Move Throttle Control to FAST Check air pressure in Tires Check front to rear and side to side Mower adjustment Use a slower ground speed Replace Mower Blades Reinstall Mower Blades with Top of Blade up Clean underside of Mower Deck Readjust Mawer Drive Beit UNSATISFACTORY MOWER PERFORMANCE UNEVEN DISTRIBUTION OF CLIPPINGS Correct Clutch Mechanism interference install new Mower Drive Belt Reinstall Mower Drive Belt Adjust Mower Drive Belt Replace frozen Mandrel Replace frozen Idler Pulley MOWER BLADES WILL NOT ROT
19. ky AAT de IN yh th bh IK EEE EE abh AS le jh Ma P ab N Belt Motion Drive Removal Heplacement Mower Drive installation Removal Mower Blade Drive Removal Replacement Blade Sharpening eve vcvc Ee rve Replacement encer Brake Adjustment ueo seson C Carburetor Adjustment ie Controls Tractor ee ee Cutting Level Mower ooo E Engine Ai Gi if eaer m da dla ria dr ata ANS W de a N INA ER IA d Uh i dh ub IK N N SS KESSE jets i 18 Cooling fi OO NG NS M Ke Ge pa NS EP pe ER PR ER IE dr WU WA Ab s Ab ah 14 de sy NT i I Change Ha TK ah ar mu kb MH H ETI z ta AA A K K Ke Le de ms peak 15 v a 15 S tarting tasdir arde RE TE ha IR K d ah S Wak Haak aryr qe ag gy Storage WEE IE FR ba M M mie Mar A 0 V 3 LHD WU LU MMA a za Air Screen Oil L i eve W dr weil thar C hd AKAL ar zy xk tee g ga 13 49 1 Rn 47 i th dr LN Repair Parts 16 20 BP NO Height AE 21 20 25 Air Cleaner G 17 18 R 10 53 54 24 ARE EKKE 10 di ah ee eg 16 mann OF sr 10 20 ot 10 17 18 25 Filter Ai Ci 7 H VANGI HB sat ar de E GY Ay Eh kal s ca Je R St G l jf ter lees GH de GP A IR 7 j uel Ar i er ra ch rk pr zp pp SE En el PR SI sw a la nes I gt d cd de ca ca 18 Fuel TIDO MEE OE EE KKK 12 rae eT se i use MOE eee ee E min AK Molain KL Fb baak Ap w wh PAR h HR GAID ee le 21 H Ho
20. pump Screw hex wash hd 10 32x7 16 4 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S 57517 AIR INTAKE BREATHER amp VENT ci 12 Em J 12 EE ates T EI M l SA 40 a 18 47 IGNITION AIR INTAKE KEY PART NO NO 1 X 276 7 2 5275583 3 2 75583 4 52123 21 5 231032 6 52 082 04 7 4508301 8 45083 02 9 237423 10 X 67 98 11 52201 06 12 277093 13 5211211 14 52 054 34 15 X 22 9 16 X 50 57 17 X 50 37 18 X 25 79 19 277069 2511307 IGNITION KEY PART NO NO 1 25 755 03 2 X 132 5 3 236602 4 X 67 51 5 237878 6 210281 7 236473 8 48 154 01 9 52313 02 19 5113202 11 52126 08 12 25086 16 13 52 584 02 14 2508615 47518 33 52518 17 TS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S 57517 DESCRIPTION Wing nut 1 4 20 Kil cover amp tube Includes 3 4 amp decal 52 113 30 Cover air cleaner Tube air intake Seal element cover Cover air cleaner element Precleaner Element Seal air cleaner cover ocrew hex wash hd 10 32 x 9 16 4 Base air cleaner Gasket air cleaner 2 Spacer Elbow air intake Washer LT 10 2 Screw siid pan hd 10 32 x 1 3 4 2 Screw siid pan hd 10 32 x 2 1 4 Washer plain 10 Gasket elbow Decal air cleaner DESCRIPTION
21. snap kiip ring securely in axle groove Replace hub cap USE GREASE FITTINGS TO LUBRICATE FRONT WHEELS WITH GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE APPLY AN ANTI SEIZE OR GOOD GENERAL ace GREASE TO LUBRICATE REAR ALWAYS USE GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED BOLTS TO ATTACH BLADES DO NOT USE PLATED BOLTS CHECK BOLTS IN BLADES OCCASION ALLY TO MAKE SURE BOLTS ARE TIGHT TORQUE BOLTS TO 41 47 N m 30 35 FT LBS mmm b NOTE WHEN MOUNTING TIRES UNLESS BEADS ARE SEATED OVER INFLATION CAN CAUSE AN EXPLOSION 12 Rear Wheel Replacement For rear wheel replacement follow instructions under TIRE CARE page 24 Coat axle with grease to prevent corrosion or rust accumulation and eventual seizing of wheel hub to axle shaft WHEN REPLACING WHEELS ON THE TRACTOR THEY MUST BE MOUNTED WITH THE LONG HUB SIDE TOWARD THE CENTER OF THE TRACTOR INCORRECT INSTALLATION COULD AFFECT LATERAL STABILITY SEE FIG 46 13 Transaxle Shifter Linkage Positioning and Adjust ment The transaxle should be in neuiral when the gear shift lever is in the neutral lock gate position Fig 47 The adjustment is preset at the factory however if adjusiment is needed proceed as follows a Make sure transaxle is in neutral 6 Using a 7 16 wrench loosen two 2 locknuts on tie rod Fig 48 inset c Turncenterrod Fig 48 inset until gearshift lever falls into neutral lock gate on fender console Fig 47 d Tighten locknuts securely 14
22. the needle is turned in lean 3 Set the adjusting needle midway between the rich and lean settings 4 Recheck the idle speed Readjust the speed as necessary 4 Fuse Replacement Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug infuse Fuses can be purchased at all Sears Service Centers and most retail stores Fuse is located directly behind dash 5 Hood Removal a LT hood Disconnect headlight wiring connection Fig 32 _ Unscrew one screw at rear of each side panel Fig 31 Pivot hood and side panel forward and lift off tractor Fig 32 d To replace reverse above procedure 6 Mower Adjustment Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tire pressures are 1 Kg cm 14 PSI in front and 0 71 Kg cr 10 PSN in rear if tires are over or under inflated you will not properly adjust your mower FOR ANY ADJUSTMENTS INSPECTION OR MAINTENANCE 1 PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY INTO BRAKE POSITION MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO N NEUTRAL POSITION PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN ENGAGED POSITION REMOVE FOOT FROM PEDAL PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IN DISENGAGED POSITION TURN IGNITION KEY TO OFF POSITION MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES AND ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COMPLET ELY STOPPED 7 REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY 8 DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE S FROM THE SPARK PLUGIS AND KEEP WIRE S AWAY FROM THE PLUGIS TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING BE CAREFUL T
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25. 1 102501X Loop Wire 16 4406R ignition Switch 52 235R Clip insulated 18 109788X Nut Ignition 55 4021J Switch PTO 19 109310X Key 56 4022J Nut Hex 20 109081X Solenoid 57 109787X Bezel Ignition 21 110712X Switch Light 58 121305X Switch Seat 22 73680400 Nut Hex 1 4 20 59 121264X Cap Battery 24 47995 Cable Battery Solenoid to 61 120960X Decal Battery Starter 125895X Owner s Manual sk ma 26 719J Terminal Cover SE Solenoid 101539X Sheet Instruction Tractor 27 42074 o 3 Battery Battery to 157 Slope English roun STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY 29 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 30 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEV NO ad A 57 PART NO 12006566X 124294X 105513X 105529X 124238X 73680500 73680600 123784X 106202X 105801X 17490612 19131312 STD523707 105511X 73220400 19171912 120684X 121246X 124181X 105531X 105509X 123934X 106020X 123549X 123487X 85427 106082X 121277X 123 85X 124118X 121794X 110828X 105525X 1239393 X 105465X 105464 X STD533707 105466X 110923X 36454 105567X 2751A 110436X 109015X 109016X 106013X017 123935X 73680400 108067X 105528X 105806X 105568X Bolt Hex 3 DESCRIPTION Seat Pan Seat Bracket Pivot
26. 212016 Washer 21 32 x I 1 4 x 16 Ga 30 122424X Shalt Foot Pedal 89 STD523707 Balt Hex 3 8 16 x 3 4 21 1572H Pin Holl 3 16 x 1 90 105706X Bearing 32 120813X Bearing Nylon 91 12000008 Ring Klip 33 122758X Clamp Muffler 92 123772X Shaft Assembly Shifter 34 123792X Keeper Belt Transaxle RH 93 123782X Spring Torsion 35 124648X Clutch Electric 94 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 36 123788X Retainer Belt 95 19060916 Washer 37 109070X Keeper Belt 97 STD54 1437 Locknut 3 8 16 38 4470 Spacer 38 108159X Retainer Assembly Cluich 39 123674X idler Flat 101 17490512 Screw Hex Washer Thd 40 STD523727 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 2 3 4 Rolling 5 16 18 x 3 4 41 124647X Pulley Engine 102 2751 Clip Fuel Line 42 STD551143 Washer Lock 7 16 103 123793X Hoa Tie 43 74610764 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 4 104 126621X Spark Arrester Kit dd 123791X Keeper Balt Transaxle LH 105 110422X Spring Brake Return 45 74570512 Screw Hex Socket 5 16 16 X 12 Ga 106 4497H Clip Hair Pin 46 123776X Bracket Fransaxde RH 108 13280336 Nipple Pipe 47 18211616 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Ga 109 STD512505 Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 1 2 48 71040412 Bolt Hex 1 4 28 x 34 110 STD551131 Washer Lock 1 4 49 STD551025 Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 111 STD551025 Washer 9 32 x SA x 16 Ga 50 STDES1131 Washer Lock Hvy Helical Spring 112 13200300 Elbow Pipe STD 90 st STD541431 Locknut 5 16 18 113 74760516 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 1 52 74780544 Bolt Hex 5 16 18
27. 241 b Before installing new filter apply thin coating of oil on surface of the rubber seal 6 Oil Pivot Points c Install new filter by turning clockwise until rubber seal Place several drops of SAE 30 oil at points where metal parts contacts the filter adapter then tighten the filter an move against each other especially additional 1 2 turn ood hi d Refill crankcase with engine oil see page 15 for oil ee OOR MODERE specifications Add an additional 1 2 pint 24 litres oil b Shifter shaft points for the new filter capacity SEE LUBRICATION CHART PAGE 19 e Start the engine Check for and correct any oil leaks 18 Lubrication 2 SPINDLE 2 WHEEL BEARINGS BOTH ENDS OF FOOT PEDAL SHAFT 22 1 SAE MOTOR OIL D EXTREME PRESSURE LUBRICATING GREASE SEARS PART NO 2557R 3 REFER TO ENGINE OIL SPECS UNDER INITIAL PREPARATION IN OWNERS MANUAL 4 CHASSIS GREASE WITH BRUSH FOR ANY ADJUSTMENTS INSPECTION OR MAINTENANCE PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY INTO BRAKE POSITION 2 MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO NEUTRAL POSITION 3 PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN ENGAGED PO SITION REMOVE FOOT FROM PEDAL 4 PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IN DISENGAGED POSITION 5 TURN IGNITION KEY TO OFF POSITION 6 MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES AND ALL MOVING PAATS HAVE COM PLETELY STOPPED 7 REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY 8 DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES FAOM THE SPARK PLUGS AND KEEP AWAY FROM
28. 44 780150 780152 792001 786142 788071 780049 786143 780151 786145 788070 780031 Cap Bearing Washer Flat Cover Transaxle Rod amp Fork Assy Shift Shaft Input Shaft Brake 4 Keyed Plate Brake pad Pad Brake Pin Dowel Locknut 5 16 24 Washer Flat Laver Brake Screw Flanged hex hd forming 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 Screw Flanged hex hd forming 1 4 20 x 2 1 4 Holder Brake pad Pinion Differential bevel Gear Bevel Pin Drive Block Drive Carrier Differential Threaded holes Carrier Differential Gear Ring 131 teeth Washer Washer Thrust Ring Sn p Screw Hex hd 1 4 20 x 2 1 4 Lockwasher 1 4 Axie 12 5 16 long Axle 116 3 16 long Piug Hex hd 9 16 18 thread Spacer Bracket Brake lever Washer Sleeve stepped Bearing Needle Bearing Needle capped ar Ring Sleeve stepped Ring Square cut Bearing Needle capped Sleeve stepped Bearing Needie capped Sleeve stepped Ring Square cut Bearing Needie thread thread NOTE Ali component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S 57517 CRANKSHAFT DIPSTICK 42 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S 57517 CRANKSHAFT KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 8201407 Crankshaft 2 5246803 Washer thrust 119 122 AR
29. 51X 72170410 120068X 121144X 5320R 123976X 74641008 73951000 41714 123825X 126313X 10100800 74640806 74780516 19112410 10040500 120529X 9151R 120579X 750211 74 si L 109 DESCRIPTION Bushing Snap Spacer Split Spring Compression Panel Side RH Panel Side LM Hinge RH Hinge LH Lens RH lens LH Bezel Headhgit Bracket Pivot RH Bracket Pivot I H Decal Clutch Brake Decal Drive Beit Bolt Hex 38 161 3 4 Stem Tank Frei Strap Assembly Grut Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Decal Stripe Side Panel L H Decal Stripe Side Panel RH Decal Caution Bolt Hex Washer Thread Rolling 3 8 16 X 1 2 Washer 13 32 x I x 14 Ga Washer 3 16 x 7 16 x 18 Ga Screw Special Washer Clip strip Foam Bolt Carr 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 Knob Seat Shoulder Bolt Clip insulated Nut Hex Large Flange Screw Sitd Pan Head 10 24 x 1 4 Nut Keps 10 24 Clip Insulated Console Shifter Decal Hood Washer Lock Screw 8 x 3 8 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 1 Washer 11 32 x 1 1 2 x 10 Ga Washer Lock Washer Nyion Grommet Pal Nut Decal USA 5 mk x jamn oud Grade ONE a REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 DRIVE SPARK ARRESTER KIT gg ee HATH HHH T A REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 DRIVE KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO NO NO 1 121327X Pullay Transaxle
30. ATE Replace bent or unbalanced Blades EXCESSIVE MOWER VIBRATION Replace Mandrel Straighten Deck or replace Set Throttle for maximum engine speed WIND ROWING STRIPPING OR DROPPING Let grass dry out OF GRASS CLIPPINGS Claan underside of Mower Deck Readjust Mower front to rear and side to side Replace Blades Readjust Mower front to rear and side to side UNEVEN CUT OR SCALPING Replace Blades Replace bent Mandreifsi NIST TERZ gt Rz RSs Pr HE He NM DO RD AN AO VAR RO AD NER AV AR AZT ME A WETO RE AG RENN EOE ENA AS FH CANT BI TS a ADM mv rente a AU ob GM EIN NRA NRA ERA MS NAT JIA ET BAT PAVE TEEKS AS CATS Arse Heere as w GS za v r tyr M a aT L B w o A p P Er A w ESE RIESE RA IORI Re EE Ge EWY R Ra Ee Ln RE ES SEE EED RSG it aS TASANE RAAT EDEN GP RR EN R LR PA MMed ee RE AA AE KA Z iy E AS j F 3 d RATE TES E i 2 i H 3 2 KA pe aaa x hi a EJ x 3 VA A z Check Brake Operation Clean Air Screen Clean Air Cleaner Lubricate Pivot Points see page 24 Check Battery Level and Recharge d d H us w 4 d Fa AK Ee PTY EJ PST ENG EYE po TE ETE BN r fr PZPR POP TAAA SE KE ENA PER AE NS ME DE LE RE A EL EK w y A AEST ET Pages A DE APA ARRO EER KESET STORE BEET DE TEER AA ST ES ECAR TTT Clean Battery and Terminals LEE
31. DE BEFORE OPERATING THIS IS NECESSARY FOR LEVEL AND EFFICIENT MOWING REFER TO PAGE 21 CAUTION DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT TO THE TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE OP TIONAL WHEEL WEIGHTS EXCESSIVE WEIGHT MAY OVERLOAD AND DAMAGE THE TRANSMISSION DO NOT OVERLOAD TRACTOR BY TOWING WEIGHTS GREATER THAN 150 POUNDS 68 kg 13 3 Operating Your Tractor and Mower NOTE THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPERA TOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH ANY ATTEMPT BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE SEAT WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH ENGAGED WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE CAUTION TO AVOID INJURY 1 Read owner s manual Know the location and function of all contrats 3 Keep guards safety shields and switches in place and working 4 Remove objects that can be thrown by blades 5 Do not mow when children and others are around 6 Never carry children or passengers 7 Always look behind machine before backing 8 Do not mow where machine can tip or slip 9 If machine stops going uphill stop blade and back Slowly down Be sure blades and engine have stopped before plac ing hands or feet near the blades Remove key when leaving machine ma MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD l TRACTOR SECURE NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET IN OR UNDER ANY POWERED ATTACHMENT OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART WHILE TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED ATTACH MENT IS RUNNING NOTE ALWAYS OPERATE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING TO ASSURE BETTER MOWING PER FORMANCE AND PROPER DI
32. Driven 61 STD551037 Washer 1432 x 13 16 x 16 Ga 2 12000004 Aing Retainer 62 123800X Washer 1 1 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 3 2228M Key Woodruff 9 63 123102X Bracket Clutch 4 123797X de EA gee 8 RA STNK39707 Bolt Camage 3 8 16 x 3 4 al No 5 STD533107 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 3 4 D Fab 5 13111214 Washer 11 32 x 34 x 14 Ga 67 123205X Patsinar Belt 2605X Engine 20 HP Kohler Model No MV20S EN ee 5 No 57517 69 110812X Washer Hardened pere 70 12000039 Ring Clip 73 73530400 ul 1 4 28 13 125762X Duct Air Kohler 74 125726X Control Throttle 14 125890X Muflar 75 17720410 Screw Hex Thread Cutting 15 123537X Foam Strip 1 4 20 x 5 8 16 120511X Bracket Air Duct 76 59192 Cap Valve 17 123796X V Belt Drive 77 65139 Stern Valve 18 2589 1X Shield Heat Kohler Vertical Twin 78 124108X Tire Rear 19 108933X Knob 79 7154 J Tube Not lurnishad with 20 123781X Rod Shifter Tractor 21 105701X Washer Shift Plate 80 124074X Ain 22 19171216 Washer 17 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 81 108097X Spacer Split 23 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 82 108 236X Bracket Switch 24 17490612 Screw Hex Washer Hd Thd 83 12000053 E Ring Holl V8 16 x 3 4 84 104 757X Cap Hub Hear 25 105730X Keeper Belt Engine 85 9396E Key Square 1 4 x 2 26 STD523710 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 xf 86 121218X Keeper Belt Engine 27 19131312 Washer 13 32 x 19 16 x12Ga 87 125991X Screw Sell Tapping 28 STD541437 Locknut 3 8 16 Rolling 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 23 28838 Cover Foot Pedal 88 19
33. ER FIGURE 25 DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRES TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING BE FORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION ADJUST MENT OR REPAIR EXCEPT CARBURE TOR BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCHING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS 030 762 MM FEELER GUAGE fep e p gm 1 Replace Spark Plugs G Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or i every 100 hours whichever comes first Gap should be set at FIGURE 26 0 030 0 762 mm Fig 26 2 Replace Air Cleaner Paper Cartridge Befer to page 17 3 Replace In Line Fuel Filter ff fuel filter is clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replace ment is required a With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections as removed from both ends of fuel filter Fig 27 Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and that fuel line is in proper HOSE CLAMP position in hose clamps pt A BE SURE THERE ARE NO FUEL LINE LEAKS FUEL A AND THAT FUEL LINEIS IN PROPER POSI TION IN HOSE CLAMPS FIGURE 27 5 Lubricate Steering and Front Wheels ka a Eng Se a da s ERGE EE n a Draincrankcaseofoil referto E There is a grease fitting on each front wheel and axle spindle page 15 through step d Remove old filter Fig 19 by Use a grease gun to give each grease fitting two shots of turning counterclockwise extreme pressure lubricating grease available through your t A Sears Service Center Fig
34. ING Several minutes after stopping engine check engine oil level with tractor on level ground Wipe dipstick fig 19 clean screw it down tight for a few seconds remove and read oil level if necessary add oil until FULL mark is reached See chart above NOTE DO NOT OVERFILL OIL FILTER FIGURE 19 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK AND FILL TUBE re Ay BRAKE ROD OISC BRAKE FIGURE 20 FIGURE 21 BRAKE JAM NUT PRI WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED 16 Every 25 Hours Twice a Mowing Season 1 Brake Adjustment This Tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system mounted on the right side of the transaxle Fig 20 IF TRACTOR REQUIRES MORE THAN 1 8 METRES SIX FEET STOPPING DIS TANCE IN HIGHEST GEAR THEN BRAKE MUST BE ADJUSTED a Depress clutch brake pedal and engage parking brake D Measure distance befween brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod c H distance is other than 3 8 cm 1 1 2 loosen jam nut Fig 20 and turn nut until distance becomes 3 8cm 1 1 27 Retighten jam nut against nut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary 2 Tire Care a Maintain tire pressure in front at 14 PSI 1 Kg emf and rear tires at 10 PSI 0 7 Kaon b Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber c Avoidstumps stones deep ruts and other hazards that may cause tire damage
35. O AVOID TOUCHING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS Height Adjusiment Adjustment for mower height is made with the height adjust ment knob Raise mower cutting height by turning height adjustment knob clockwise 7 Lower mower cutting height by turning height adjustment knob counterclockwise TT Fig 33 FIGURE 32 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIGURE 33 LIFT LEVER Tr PLUNGER FT ase LEVER SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT i BOTTOM a 4 OF CURL BOTTOM OF CURL Gi K T GROUND GROUND LEVEL LEVEL FIGURE 34 SIDE TO SIDE ADJOSTMENT TRUNNION NUT 8 FIGURE 35 BOTTOM SA OF CURL 4 D GROUND LEVEL FIGURE 36 NUT E NUT FIGURE 37 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH DISENGAGED POSITION FIGURE 38 BOTTOM Sy L OF CURL ATTACHMENT LEVER LIFT GROUND LEVEL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER KS j Cai Side to Side mower Adjustment a Depress lift lever plunger and use lift lever to raise mower to maximum cutting height Fig 34 b Measure height from bottom of curl to ground level at front of mower Distance A should be the same Fig 34 c if distance A needs to be changed snap out access hole cover on LH side above footrest Use 11 16 wrench on nuts B and C at side to side adjustment trunnion Fig 35 d Toraise left side of mower loosen nut B and tighten nut 1 e To lower l ft side of mower loosen nut C and tighten
36. R RS 3 re A Ad ee a ss a S VA RZS dL L Z l i wy ke NA Ta va ar MES sA A A Ea IGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH KY LINE OR TREE TA ER OES AE PA ON RE ee tient Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not 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 LE AA rey f Af SEPT VISET ISE Fire ER AN SS retin alee Re SEARS MODEL NO 917 254460 MODEL NO 917 250040 without Mower Deck HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS 20 0 HP TWIN ELECTRIC START 44 MOWER DECK 6 SPEED TRANSA XLE GARDEN TRACTOR 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 the Engine will be found on the Blower Housing Ail parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Roebuck and Co Service Centers and most Retail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION e PRODUCT 20 0 HP GARDEN TRACTOR s MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S SPEC NUMBER 57517 s PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service uniis nationwide staffed with Sears train
37. RMINAL ACCESS DOORS FIG 6 FOR verk QU amp 63 KO INSPECTION FOR SECURE CONNECTIONS TIGHTEN HARDWARE INSPECTION FOR CORROSION TESTING BATTERY JUMPING UF REQUIRED CHARGING IF REQUIRED KEEP TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS CLOSED WHEN NOTIN USE DO NOT START ENGINE UNTIL MOWER SUSPENSION BRACKET HAS BEEN RE LEASED SEE MOWER AND DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION PAGE 10 Pad ge A A te LOCKWASHER N TT HEO POSITIVE co Pe iss CABLE A ta ALE LOCKWASHER z a a R E AGE 7 B nur OS AO A ES v ON BATTERY BOLT SQUARE HOLE mu A S E TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR ea E Y ME WASHER HEX BOLTS BATTERY BLACK TERMINAL NEGATIVE CABLE AAA TRAY DRAIN TUBE a ON LEFT REAR SIDE FIGURE 5 WING Not _ NUT TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR ES TERMINAL GUARD an BATTERY BOLT Ss BATTERY SUPPORT BATTERY SUPPORT cael FIGURE 6 RETAINER c E MOWER PARALLEL LINK FIGURE 7 kak 7 RETAINER 4 SPRING RETAINER SPRING Er P EE Tr i ENGINE 77 Kh PULLEY 4 T 5 ast HEAR HINGE LIFT LIFT PIN TRUNNION BRACKET FIGURE 8 LIFT LEVER PLUNGER 8 er ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH DISENGAGED POSITION HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIGURE 9 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIGURE 10 ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER 6 Mower and Drive Belt installation INSTALL MOWER PARALLEL LINK Your tractor ha
38. SCHARGE OF CUT MA TERIAL REGULATE GROUND SPEED BY SELECTING A LOW ENOUGH GEAR TABLE 11 TO GIVE THE MOWER CUTTING PERFORMANCE PLUS QUALITY OF CUT DESIRED DO NOT OPERATE THE MOWER WITH OUT EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER ON MOWERS SO EQUIPPED OR THE DEFLECTOR SHIELD IN PLACE 3 Select desired height of cut position using height adjustment knob Fig 15 b Raise lift lever and place attachment clutch switch in disengaged position c Push clutch brake pedal down firmly Fig 14 Start engine page 12 e With engine running and warm place throttle con trol midway between S slow and F fast position f Engage mower with the attachment clutch switch g Move gear shift lever to desired gear h Lower mower into cutting position using attach ment lift lever i Release clutch brake pedal to start movement Fig 14 Move throttle control to F Fast postion NOTE SELECT A GROUND SPEED THAT WILL SUIT THE TERRAIN QUALITY OF CUT AND ATTACHMENT BEING USED TABLE 1 DISENGAGED te POSITION CHOKE THROTTLE eee CONTROL ADJUSTMENT KNOB VA en GEAR SHIFT D KEY CONTROL we LEVER PARKING BRAKE FIGURE 15 RH RUNNER DISCHARGE ae GUARD FIGURE 16 FIGURE 17 4 Mowing Tips NOTE TIRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH THE MOWER HOUSING ATTACHED READ THE SAFETY RULES CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER REFER TO PAGE 2 a Use the runner on the R H side as a guide the
39. SEARS OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO 917 254460 MODEL NO 917 250040 without ower Deck Caution Read and foilow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operatin This Equipment Sears Roebuck and Co Chicago IL 60684 U S A HERR ad S Assemb Operation Maintenance service and Adjustment Repair Parts LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAU TIONS IT MEANS ATTENTION BE COME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS IN VOLVED CAUTION LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS NOTE LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT iM PORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE OF YOUR TRACTOR AFE OPERATION WARNING This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forast covered brush covered or grass covered land uniess the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester N YE focal or area E laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by tha operator See number identification in the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other States may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands 1 o N ND O WP km wed mk C3 le 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Know the controls and how to stop q
40. Seat Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Cap Spring Nut Lock 5716 18 Nut Lock 3 8 16 Fender Reflector Rear Decal Screw Hex Washer Thd Roll 3 8 16 x 3 4 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga 8 16 x 3 4 Strap Fender Nut Fin Hex 1 4 20 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Ga Washer Neoprene Bracket Switch Seat Compression Spring H Nut Push Bracket Fender Scale Height Indicator Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Clamp Hose Line Fuel Pad Spacer Chassis Assembly Drawbar Panel Dash LH Cover Access Panel Dash H Bracket Support Dash Pointer Height Indicator Footrest L H Footrest H Bolt Carr 3 816 x 3 4 Pad Footrest Bracket Clutch gt Mower Bushing Decal 6 Speed 44 Clip insulated Grommet Split Bracket gt Pivot LH Bracket Pivot RH Hood Plug Hole Nut Crownlock 1 4 20 Pal Nut Grill Decal Gril Decal Stripe STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY B auci gt P CP B C A a D E F G 715 13 G85 11 KEY NO 58 53 60 61 6 2 6 3 64 6 6 67 68 70 z 72 73 74 75 76 1 110 17 7 J K Es 74 Sir 2379 7 1 inch 25 4 mm PART NO 121248X 121249X 121250X 108403X 108410X 126432X 126431X 106003X 106004 X 110897X 108512X 108513X 4900 109729 X 74760612 8710J 110350x 11050600 106813X 106814X 106974X 17490608 19131614 19060718 106909 X 1069170X 108402X 1212
41. TE DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER MINUTE FH engine does not start after several at tempts move throttle control to F fast position wait a few minutes and try again NOTE IF YOU HAVE A WEAK BATTERY SEE START ING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY PAGE 20 I After engine is warm push choke in The first time you start the engine it will take extra crank ing time to move fuel from tank to the engine NOTE ALLOW ENGINE TO WARM UP FOR A FEW MINUTES BEFORE ENGAGING CLUTCH OF TRACTOR OR ATTACHMENT When restarting a warm engine move throttle control midway between ST slow and F fast positions Choke may not have to be used IMPORTANT BEFORE DRIVING THE TRACTOR INSTALL MOWER OR REMOVE MOWER PARALLEL LINK FUNCTION THROTTLE Normal s Mowing P SLOW FAST GEARSHIFT 20R3 zj Mowing 1 OR 2 Snow Removal EC Hing Plowing Dozing Grading Transpot 36 TABLE 1 PANEL BO Ss PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL l ENGAGED POSITION BRAKE POSITION N L ST W TN ed my ML TE 4 CLUTCH BRAKE PEDA CLUTCH POSITION ca BRAKE NS J DRIVE FIGURE 14 Po LE NF PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGED POSITION so b i POSITION READ THE RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER THE MOWER MUST BE ADJUSTED PROPERLY FROM FRONT TO REAR AND LEVELED FROM SIDE TO SI
42. THE SPARK PLUGS TO PREVENT IN JURY FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING BE CAREFUL TOO AVOID TOUCHING HOT EN GINE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS HOOD HINGES 1 wees r Sn gt a FE rr ET rr rra FRONT AXLE PIVOT W ENGINE 3 SECTOR GEAR 4 Cr BOTH ENDS HET SHAFT SHIFTER SHAFT 1 NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE TERMINAL POSITIVE RED CABLE TERMINAL FIGURE 28 19 EXPLOSIVE GASES KEEP SPARKS FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS AWAY FROM BATTERIES ALWAYS WEAR EVE PROTECTION WHEN AROUND BATTERIES EER ENE RENE HE eer RES N RE RAS PER ROZK AS RR PU GR Ee PEARSE ATR RE EE ee GE SEA ET IDLE FUEL ADJUSTING NEEDLE g3 de gee 77 On GY IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW MAIN FUEL ADJUSTING NEEDLE FIGURE 29 CASING CLAMP STOP SCHEW SPEED CONTROL SCREW LEVER y i mat THROTTLE CABLE Ma FIGURE 30 STOP SCREW SPEED CONTROL LEVER FIGURE 30A 50 3 Carburetor Adjustment 1 Starting your Tractor With a Weak Battery if your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged If jumper cables are used for emergency Starting foliow this procedure NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM a Connect each end of the RED jumper cable to the POSITIVE terminals of each battery taking care not to short against chassis Fig 28 b Connect one endofthe BLACK
43. TRAL LOCK GATE FIGURE 47 LOCK NUTS TRANSAXLE IT HI FIGURE 48 29 PROBLEM WILL NOT START WILL NOT TURN OVER ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON T START HARD TO START ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER ENGINE OVERHEATS NO LIGHTS WON T CHARGE OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM WILL NOT SHUT DOWN ENGINE WHEN OPERATOR LEAVES SEAT NOTE This tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing system Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut down the engine CAUSE REMEDY SEE INDEX Fill Tank with Gasoline Check Fuel Line and Carburetor clean if necessary Replace Fuel Filter Use Fresh Fuel Recharge or replace Battery Check Wiring Replace Spark Plug s and adjust gap Drain and replace oil for proper temperature Push Clutch Brake Pedal into brake position Charge or replace Battery Move Attachment ClutchSwitchto DISENGAG ED position Replace Ignition Switch Replace Interlock Switch es Replace Salenoid or Starter Replace Fuse Check all Wire Connections and Ground Points Reattach Tiller Attachment Wire Loop Clean Battery Terminals Heplace Starter or Solenoid Charge or Replace Battery Check Wire Connections and Ground Points Place Throttle Control in FAST position and run starter several times to clear out gas Remove Air Filter and clean Replace Spark Plug s and adjust
44. a Pulley idler Pulley idler Spacer Pulley idler Washer Wear Arm ldler Bar Support Idler Brace idler Deck Spacer Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 16 G a Mandrel Secondary Guard V Belt Nut Hex 3 8 16 Washer Lock 3 8 idler Flat Arm Idler Deck Spring Extension Mandrel Primary Bracket Lift L H Link Parallel Retainer Spring Pin Front Hinge Pin Rear Hinge Bracket Lift R H Guard Belt RH Washer Lock Hvy Hel Spring Runner R H Housing Mower Cap Sleeve Spring Nut Push Bracket Deflector Guard Discharge Decal Warning KEY PART NO QQ se 2 NO 19111016 106735X 106635X 51D623715 19132012 7631J 123807X 123808X 106223X STD533717 STD533710 51D533715 STD523712 51D533107 21D551031 STD541431 STD523730 74110632 19111216 STD523150 STD533107 17490612 STD533707 102727X STD541437 STD533107 1685H 72140620 19131210 S1D533106 121352X 72110505 125493X N 65 Hiss 57 L TR ER 917 254460 DESCRIPTION k 6 6 R Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Decal OPE not serviced Rod Hinge Blade Bolt Hex 3 8 24x 1 1 2 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga Hunner LH Bracket Suspension Rear Bracket Suspension Rear LH Decal V Belt Schematic Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Boit Hex 3 8 16x 1 14 Bolt Carriage 9 16 18 x 3 4 Washer 11
45. a 54 3366R Bearing 17 17490608 Screw Hex Washer Thd Rolling 55 124032X Link Drag 3 8 16 x 1 2 56 STD551137 Washer Lock 3 8 12 121748X Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 57 STO541137 Nut Hex 3 8 24 13 124041 X Shaft Steering 58 1554 Bushing Steering 16 124036X Bracket Steering 59 77431008 Screw Hex No 10 16 x 1 2 17 124037X Gear Pinion 60 104757 X Cap Hub Front 1g 17490612 Screw Hex Washer Thd Rolling 51 27518 Clip Fuel Line 3 8 16 x 3 4 62 STD54 1037 Nut Hex 3 8 16 19 124033X Shaft Pitman 6 3 121232X Spindle Cap 20 12000029 Klip Ring 64 59192 Cap Valve 21 6266 H Bearing Thrust 65 65139 Stem Valve 22 124034X Gear Sector 66 278H Fitting Grease 24 105518X Dash Lower 67 3040H Bearing 5 74180512 Screw Crown Truss Hd 68 106732X Aim B Front 5 16 18 x 3 4 69 106222X Tire Front 26 73680500 Nut Lock 5 16 18 71 108455X Decal Instructions Operating 27 123783X 012 Saddle 72 59904 Tube Tire Front 28 73680600 Nut Lock 3 8 16 73 72110622 Bolt Carriage Hex 3 8 16 x 2 3 4 29 STD523120 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 2 74 121235 X Spacer 30 121236X Spacer 75 19131416 Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 31 106001X Support Plate Battery 77 STD512507 Screw Pan Head 1 4 20 x 3 4 32 STD523707 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 3 4 78 19091216 Washer 13 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 33 57079 Washer 79 73510400 Nut Keps 1 4 NC 34 124095X Shaft Support 80 19272016 Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 35 126684X Washer 5 8 x 1 4 x 16 Ga 82 122819X Screw Special 3 8 16 x 3 4 36 125727X Co
46. attery tray and battery tray is position ed in hole of battery support BATTERY COMPARTMENT c Place battery in plastic tray battery terminals to FIGURE 4 front of tractor Fig 5 POSITIVE TERMINAL MUST BE CONNEC TED FIRST TO PREVENT SPARKS FROM ACCIDENTAL GROUNDING B NOTE Connect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with hex bolt flat washer lockwasher and hex nut shown full size below found in bag of parts Fig 5 Tighten securely Connect BLACK ground cable to negative battery terminal with remaining hex bolt flat washer lockwasher and hex nut shown full size below found in bag of parts Fig 5 Tighten securely gt IF YOU HAVE A WEAK BATTERY SEE START ING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY PAGE 20 g Using the square hole on one side of the battery support Fig 6 insert one battery bolt head of bolt down Fasten the battery bolt to the terminal guard using wing nut as shown Fig 6 Bolts nuts and terminal guard shown below are found in bag of parts Assemble the remaining battery bolt to other side of battery support and fasten terminal guard to it with remaining wing nut Tighten both wing nuts securely by hand at the same time Fig 6 TERMINAL DOORS Replace air intake duct Fig 4 Make sure bottom lip of duct sits between battery and lip of battery tray Remove plastic from tractor hood and close NOTE USE TE
47. autions 3 Keep tractor well lubricated refer to page 19 First 2 Hours Two Mowings 7 Change Engine Oil Changing oil after the first two hours or two mowings will help eliminate break in residue which might be damaging fo your engine NOTE BE CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHANGING OIL a Drain oil with engine warm b Loosen oil drain plug Fig 18 and remove dipstick Fig 19 C Catch oil in a suitable container d Tighten oil drain plug Refill engine oil see chart at right Refill capacity without oil filter change is 3 1 2 pints 1 7 litres With oil filter change page 18 capacity is 4 pints 1 9 litres NOTE DO NOT OVERFILL f Replace dipstick Fig 19 then remove dipstick and read oil level Make sure oil level is at the FULL mark on dipstick Add or remove oil as indicated on dipstick 15 at me arr INGINE Oit f DRAIN FIGURE 18 Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades Determine temperature range expected before next oil change All oil must ineet A PI service classification SD SE or SF RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 60 80 100 Dipstick assembly must be securely tightened into tube at all times when engine is operating CAUTION TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE STARTING SYSTEM USE SAE 5W30 OIL WHEN THE TEMPERATURE FALLS BELOW 0 C 32 F Every 5 Hours Five Mowings 1 Check Engine Oil Level DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL WITH ENGINE RUNN
48. caps open e Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour if necessary NOTE 2 Clean Battery and Terminals Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals cause the battery to leak power LEAD ACID BATTERIES GENERATE EX PLOSIVE GASES KEEP SPARKS FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS AWAY FROM BATTERIES ALWAYS SHIELD YOUR EYES AROUND BATTERIES a Remove terminal guard b Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED bat tery cable and remove battery frorn tractor C Wash battery with 60 grams 1 4 cup of baking soda fo 3 8 litres 1 gallon water NOTE BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET THE SODA SOLU TION INTO THE CELLS J Rinse the battery with plain water dry and reinstall on tractor e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright f Replace battery cables connecting RED battery cable to positive terminal first then BLACK bat tery cable to negative terminal Coat terminal con nections with petroleum jelly g Replace terminal guard 3 Change Engine Oil The best time to change engine oil is at the end of a day s operation when all dirt and foreign materials are suspended in the hot oil See chart page 15 OPERATING IN DUSTY CONDITIONS MAY REQUIRE MORE FREQUENT SERVICING 4 Clean Air Cleaner Foam Pre Cleaner Fig 23 a Remove Wing Nut and cover b Remove foam pre cleaner element by sliding it off of the paper cartridge c Wash foam pre cleaner in liquid detergent and water d Wrap foam pre cleaner in cloth and squeeze d
49. e TENSION 4 2 BRACKET BLOCK K MOWER LIFT BRACKET FIGURE 42 ENGINE PULLEY MOWER PARALLEL LINK FIGURE 39 LH IOLER PULLEY MOWER DRIVE NUT PULLEY FIGURE 40 ATTACHMENT DRIVE i LIFT LEVER PULLEY suspension O RETAINER ARMS JE SPRING b RETAINER la RETAINER da SPRING D SPRING et gt PG aO KELT DOT LINK L RA spe w 7 xy FRONT M RE HINGE me ai k Mi pnd alll 9 4 annee FI PIN NU L LIFT PS N BRACKET REAR HINGE TRUNNION PIN pE OO FIGURE 41 23 CONNECTOR REAR OF 4 TRACTOR S G E 4 KEEPER CLUTCHING IDLER AE ELECTRIC CLUTCH Mm LOGATOR FIGURE 43 MANDREL ASSEMBLY FLANGES WASHER BLADE ds KS ki HEX BOLT LOCK WASHEH GRADE 5 an FIGURE 44 HUB WASHERS CAP KLIP RING OT SQUARE KEY zs REAR ONLY FIGURE 45 A GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED BO T CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THREE LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD AS SHOWN AT LEFT CLUTCH WIRE 24 NOTE BELT INSTALLATION DECAL IS LOCATED UNDER LEFT FOOTREST a Remove mower see MOWER REMOVAL page 24 b Usinga 1 2 wrench remove the clutch locator Fig 43 c Using a 9 16 wrench loosen the right hand belt keeper Fig 43 d Disconnect clutch wire connector Push connector through frame Fig 43 e Pull belt off clutching idler and raise ta top side of pulley f Release parking brake Push belt over and away from clutching idler g Pull belt slack to
50. e of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the ve hicie while in operation Handle gasoline with care it is highly flammable a Use approved gasoline containers b Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after run ning Never fill tank indoors Always clean up spilled gasoline c Open doors if the engine is run in the garage exhaust fumes are dangerous Do not run the engine indoors Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condi tion and keep safety devices in place and working Kaap all nuts bolts and scraws tight to be sura the equip ment is in safe working condition Naver store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce fire hazard kaap the engine free of grass leaves or excessive grease Do not clean product while engine is running Except for adjustments DO NOT operate engine if air claanar or cover directly over carburetor air intake is removed Removal of such part could create a fire hazard Do not operate without a muffler or tamper with exhaust system Damaged mufflers or spark arrasters could create a tira hazard Inspect periodically and replace if necessary The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and in spected for damage afta
51. eat in operating position Sit on the seat and press clutch brake pedal all the way down If operat ing position is not comfortable adjust seat f To adjust raise seat Loosen adjustment knob Slide seat to desired position Tighten adjustment knob securely 3 Install Steering Wheel NOTE POSITION FRONT WHEEL FORWARD a Use a 3 47 wrench to remove lock nut and 2 1 4 diameter washer shown full size below fram steering column Fig 3 STEERING WHEEL CAP HEX LOCK NUT 2 VA DIA WASHER STEERING WHEEL STEERING Pa WHEEL STEERING COLUMN b Position steering wheel over steering wheel insert Fig 3 BARS OF STEERING WHEEL SHOULD POINT STRAIGHT ACROSS TRACTOR c Secure steering wheel to steering column using 2 174 diameter washer and lock nut Fig 3 Torque to 68 N m 50 Ft Lbs FIGURE 3 d Snap steering wheel cap m place on steering wheel Steering wheel cap found in bag of parts 4 Check Tires Reduce lire pressure to 1 Kg cn 14 PSI in front tires and 0 71 Kg cnr 10 PSI in rear tires Tires were AIR overinflated for shipping purposes INTAKE DUC T 5 Install Battery DO SHORT BATTERY TERMINALS BEFORE INSTALLING BATTERY REMOVE METAL BRACLETS WRISTWATCH BANDS EDs ra A IF BATTERY IS REMOVED DO NOT a OPERATE ENGINE SPARKING MAY A OCCUR N p a Lift hood from rear sides Fig 4 2 z b Make sure drain tube Fig 5 is fastened to drain TN hole in b
52. ed technicians profes sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you we service what we sell 2 21 90 125895X1E PRINTED IN U S A
53. eed range IST Gear and that you have allowed room to roll slightly downhill Depress clutch brake full Disengage parking brake and release clutch brake pedal SLOWLY to start tractor movement f Make all turns gradually 6 Flip Up Discharge Guard Your mower has a flip up discharge guard Fig 16 for door or gate clearance when held in raised position MAKE SURE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IS IN DISENGAGED POSITION AND BLADES HAVE STOPPED BEFORE RAISING DISCHARGE GUARD DEFLECTOR NEVER OPERATE MOWER WITHOUT DISCHARGE GUARD IN OPERATING POSITION To keep your tractor running better longer perform necessary service using the following maintenance schedule BEFORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION AD JUSTMENT OR REPAIR 1 PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH BRAKE PEDA COMPLETELY INTO BRAKE POSITION 2 MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO NEU TRAL POSITION PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN ENGAGED POSITION REMOVE FOOT FROM PEDAL PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IN DISENGAGED POSITION TURN IGNITION KEY TO OFF POSI TION MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES AND ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COM PLETELY STOPPED REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES FROM THE SPARK PLUGS AND KEEP AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUGS TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING BE CAREFUL TOO AVOID TOUCHING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS With Every Mowing 7 Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter pins and retainer springs are secure 2 Observe all safety prec
54. front frame one in right rear tire two on left rear tire For snow blower or dozer blade one on right rear tire one on left rear tire 55 pounds Stock No 71 26234 Front or rear mounting frame bracket Stock No 71 244360 OR 262235 CHEVRON TIRES for extra traction Pair of rear tires mounted on wheels Stock No 71 24166 TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel frame fiberglass top clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility Hinged metal frame doors with catch Keeps operator warm and dry Remove vinyl and windshield for use as sun protector in summer Stock No 71 24172 Optional accessories for tractor cab tinted tempered solid a giass wind shied with hand operated wiper Stock No 71 26168 12 volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top Stock No 71 26169 TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather Made of Evolution 3 fabric water repellent extremely breathable light weight soft non abrasive pliable in all temperatures durable stain tear puncture resistant will not shrink or stretch Stock No 7141 24602 TILLER has 8hp engine to prepare seed beds cultivate and compost garden residue Chain drive transmission Six 14 ie one piece heat treated steel tines Tills 30 inch path Requires sleeve hitch Stock No 71 24235 Stock No 1 25249 PLOW turns soil 6 inches deep cuts 10 inch furrow Crank adjustment controls depth 3 position yoke sets width Heavy steel landslide for stra
55. ight forrowing Stock No 71 24233 DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to 20 degrees 40 inches wide Can hook 2 units in tandem Stock No 71 24234 REAR GRADER LEVELER BLADE is 42 inches wide operated from drivers seat Reversible steel biade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading Reverses for snow plowing Stock No 71 24239 SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide Prepares ground for seeding helps weed control Steel frame holds 5 adjustable sweeps fi pe vertically horizontally Stock No 71 25304 Optional accessory for cultivator steel furrow opener for wider for wide openings for potatoes corn and other deep seeded crops Stock No 7141 25305 WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications Can be mounted on front of tractor for plowing applica tions Uses 1 55 Ib weight number 71 26234 eee attachments require sleeve hitch Stock No 71 24235 for use with master lift system Single pin couples Source Yor Atoch ments B42 54 GG SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERAT 3 NA ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL A IGHTING as NOT ACROSS HILL ID RR ete De EE PRE EN Pre ORDRE A G AAR OWENA RER A GEGEN I EER OES EER OE sa AZ es A PZ a ER EE rer A TS E og ei 202 FAT MAIS RKA WEZ DEER ER SS ZEW PY A ZY RE od SERE 24704 Ee ie 3 E a TREE KE AIDS RA PSN EN OAA
56. il level See page 15 b Filfueltank Fig 13 Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide depsots and reduce valve life Capac ity is 13 litres 3 1 2 gallons NOTE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE FUEL MUST ED TO INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER START GAUTION EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR US ING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STOR AGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF ANY ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE TO AVOID ENGINE PROBLEMS THE FUEL SYSTEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE STOR AGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LONGER DRAIN THE GAS TANK START THE ENGINE AND LET IT RUN UNTIL THE FUEL LINES AND CARBURE TOR ARE EMPTY USE FRESH FUEL NEXT SEASON SEE STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR CLEANER PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK OR PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR 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 c Place attachment clutch switchin disengaged position Fig 15 d Push clutch brake peda fully into brake position e Place gear shift lever n NEUTRAL positon Fig 15 f Pull choke out Fig 15 g Move throttle control to middle position Fig 15 h Turn ignition key clockwise 77 to START position and release key as soon as engine starts NO
57. jumper cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of fully charged battery C Connect the other end of the BLACK jumper cable to the L H side panel bolt Fig 14 NOTE KEEP AWAY FROM GAS TANK AND BATTERY d Disconnect cablesan reverse order 1 LA side panel bolt Fig 14 2 Negative terminal of fully charged battery 3 Positive terminals DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BAT TERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES 2 Throttle Control Cable Adjustment Never atternpt to change maximum ange speed This is preset at the factory 3600 rpm 75 rpm and should only be changed by a qualified service techni cian who has the necessary equipment a Remove hood Fig 32 b Loosen casing clamp screw Fig 30 until throttie cable is free to move c Move throttle control on dashboard to FAST position d Pull throttle cable tight until speed control lever Fig 30A is against stop screw Fig 30A Re lighten casing clamp screw REFER TO STARTING THE ENGINE PAGE 12 in general turning the ks needles Fig 29 in clock wise decreases the supply of fuel to the carburetor This gives a leaner fuel air mixture Turning the adjusting needles Fig 29 out counterclockwise increases the supply of fuel to the carburetor This gives a richer fuel air mixture Setting the needles midway between the lean and rich positions will usually give the best results Adjust the carburetor as follows a With the engine stopped tur
58. n the idle fuel adjust ing needie in clockwise until it bottoms lightly NOTE The tip of the idle fuel and main fuel adjusting needles are tapered to critical dimen sions Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor body will result if the needles are forced b Preliminary settings Turn the adjusting needles out counterclockwise from lightly bottomed Turn the idle 1 1 4 turns turn the main 1 turn C starttheengineandrunathalfthrottle for five to ten minutes to warm up The eee must be warm before making final settings Steps d e f and g d Place the throttle into the Tast position L AA Fog ve B EE 1 Turn the main fueladjusting needle out counter clockwise from the preliminary setting until the engine speed decreases rich 2 Now turn the adjusting needle in clockwise The engine speed may increase then it will decrease as the needle is turned in lean 3 Now set the adjusting needle midway between the rich and lean settings e Idle Speed Setting Place the throttle control into the idle or slow position Set the idle speed to 1200 rpm adjusting screw in or out f idle Fuel Needle Setting Place the throttle into the dle or slow position 1 Turn the idle fuel adjusting needle out counter clockwise from the preliminary setting until the engine speed decreases rich 2 Now turn the adjusting needle in clockwise The engine speed may increase then it will decrease as
59. ntrol Choke 84 19111216 Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 15 Ga 38 11050600 Washer Lock int Ext Tooth 3 8 86 57D551125 Lockwasher 1 4 39 72110608 Bolt Carriage 87 71070410 Screw Socket Hex 1 4 x 20 x 5 8 40 108075X Axle Front 41 10566 3X Support Saddle Rear 42 74761060 Bolt Hex 5 8 11 x 3 3 4 43 105664X Support Saddle Front A 45 110438X Spacer Bearing Front Axle STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY 26 D F 29 TE 47 9 73 28 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 254 mm 35 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 LIFT ADJUSTMENT 38 Of 7 s e e OT ka 5 N U A 6 3 J 36 REPAIR P 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 AND 917 250040 LIFT ADJUSTMENT KEY PART NO NO 1 100734K 2 110807X 3 110729X 4 STD560907 5 2876H 6 19131016 7 STD541437 8 19151216 3 110810X 10 105848X 11 125631X 12 122364X 13 121004X 14 110739X 15 73980600 16 4939M 17 121006X 18 4921H 19 19171516 20 110029X DESCRIPTION Knob Height Adjustment Nut Hex Special Rod Adjust Lift Pin Cotter 3 32 x 1 2 Spring Washer 13 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Nut Lock 3 8 16 Washer 15 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Trunnion Bolt Shoulder 3 8 16 Grip Handle Plunger Lever vever Lift includes Key No 1 spring Washer Center Lock Flangenut 3 8 x 16 Retainer Spring Rod Lever Retainer Spring Washer 17 32 x 15 16 x 16 Ga
60. nut B NOTE ONE ROTATION OF ADJUSTMENT NUTS IS EQUIVALENT TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MM 3 16 HEIGHT CHANGE f B sure all nuts are securely tightened Front To Rear Mower Adjustment a To obtain the best cutting results your mower housing should be adjusted so the front and rear flange distance D Fig 36 is 13 mm 1 2 lower in front when the mower is positioned in the highest cutting position NOTE MEASURE DISTANCE D FROM GROUND LEVEL TO BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT REAR FLANGE AND COMPARE TO DISTANCE D AT RIGHT FRONT FLANGE b To raise rear of mower loosen nut E on both rear suspension arms Screw both nuts F up an EQUAL NUMBER OF TURNS Fig 41 c When distance D is 13 mm 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts E d fo lower rear of mower loosen nut F on both raar suspension arms an EQUAL NUMBER OF TURNS Fig 37 e When distance D is 13 mm 1 27 lower at front than rear ratighten nuts E NOTE WHEN ADJUSTING REAR SUSPENSION TRUN NIONS ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL Mower Drive Belt Removai NOTE MOWER BELT INSTALLATION DECAL LO CATED ON MOWER HOUSING REPLACE ONLY WITH THE BELTS 5 SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL a Place attachment clutch switch in Disengaged posi tion Fig 38 b Tum height adjustment knob to its lowest position Move attachment lift lever Fig 38 forward to lower mower to its lowest position c oll belt off engine pulley Fig 39
61. od Removal nstallation 2f L Leveling Mower Deck Lubrication Chart ae RC IE Tractor Pivot Points suisse TA 21 28 M Maintenance kalast fo 19 Air Cleaner etiese Z Foam Pre cleaner 4 Air Screen as AR Battery Salma 74 Blade Sharpening taani 10 Brake Adjustment 16 Engine DI surumist TO Fuel Eiler VE Lubrication Chart mme 19 Spark PIUGS ss mem 18 Tire Care ue 16 24 Mower Adjustment Front to Rear 22 Adjustment Side to Side 22 Height Ve Lei Biade Sharpening ses IE Blade Replacement O ed Cutting Level 10 Installation mm mm 10 Operation ME ENG de Removal osised MOWING TDS eee 14 Muffler ER NE IG Spark Arrester ude 0 Oil Cold Weather Conditions 15 ENNO ae 19 SOG rer Operation nu 11 14 Operating Your Mower 13 Operating Your Tractor 13 Starting the Engine 12 Stopping Your Tractor 12 Tractor Operation on Hills 14 Options Spark Arrester Attachments 1 2 JA 53 54 Parking Brake osen TI Parts Bag 56 Parts Replacement Repair 29 50 R Repair and Adjustments 19 25 EDE OE EE Carburetor ZU Fuse ee 21 Hood Removal installation 21 Motion Drive Belt Removal Replacement 24 Mower Drive Belt Installation aa 10 Removal mar DA Mower Blade Drive Belt Removal Replacement 23 Mower Adjus
62. old engine pull choke out to engage FIGURE 12 EE EK SEAT OPERATOR PRESENCE SWITCH lt SHOULDER NOE MERI LT FUEL SEAT TANK PAN PR CAP FIGURE 13 PA 1 Stopping Your Tractor NE KNOW HOW TO STOP YOUR TRAC TOR BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE NOTE REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACTOR TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE a iri clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position Fig b Move gear shift lever to NEUTRAL position Fig 15 c Place parking brake in ENGAGED position and re laase pressure from clutch brake Pedal should remain in BRAKE position Fig 14 NOTE MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD TRACTOR SECURE d Place attachment clutch switch in DISENGAGED position Fig 15 e Move throttle control to 5 slow position Fig 15 f Tur ignition key to OFF position Fig 15 NOTE NEVER USE CHOKE TO STOP ENGINE 2 Starting the Engine LEARN TO START STOP AND RE VERSE YOUR TACTOR IN A LARGE OPEN AREA THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH IN TERLOCK SWITCHES TO PREVENT STARTING OF THE TRACTOR ENGINE WHILE THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IS IN THE ENGAGED POSITION AND OR THE FOOT PEDAL IS NOT FULLY DEPRESSED IMMEDIATELY REPLACE SWITCHES THAT ARE NOT IN PROPER WORKING ORDER DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE PURPOSE OF THESE SWITCHES a This engine has been shipped filled with summer weight oil For cold weather operation see chart page 15 Check engine o
63. r striking a foreign object and the damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine severe damage or injury may result When using the vehicle with mower proceed as follows a Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light b Shut the engine off whan unclogging chute c Check tha blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at fraquent intervais Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the deflector shield in place Disengage power to mower before backing up Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after careful observation of the entire area behind the mower Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is subject to deterioration and wear It should be checked frequently for bag replacement Replacement bags should ba checked to ensure compliance with the original manufacturer s recom mendations or specifications CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Garden Tractor I has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest Sears Service Department We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on
64. re to maintain the equip ment according to instructions contained in the owners manual and riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For 90 days from the date of purchase if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material E workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge Sears will replace the battery at no charge WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPART MENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK and CO D 731CR W Sears Tower Chicago IL 60684 TOWING WEIGHTS GREATER THAN 150 POUNDS 68 kg a KE ZT Pes ja f G PRA S tef ih E Ve en Adjusiments Brake OE WM KIR a L pa MP IE Ma w ha W ch drie dh la ch 4 W SI 4 49 ie de hr u M Carburet a U e Or ke 4 48 ME GE PM ho arge tk de y 4h sy sr fo i 34 de e ja w taj Mir Mower Front To Reaf mmm Side To Side Throttie Control Cable Shifter Shaft Air Screen Engine Assembly ee ees nine Attachments e se Battery Charging e Cleaning seorsan Installation seer EE ener Levels Ol EE Preparation Starting with Weak Battery Storage Nz lt w HM j erminals CROP be
65. ri 1 He Ur MI M A gt ie di 4 h i i i H NS UT i IH U A AX dc L s y 4 Q at Q 4 iin id A i 4 GOVERNOR 26 6 e 25 i 28 K 29 19 45 A 5 9 RS le i ad Pi s gt NS 24 4 A 19 N Ve Vg 183 N 20 KA Ba 3 18 19 3 3 r s Vita A 18 si SK 2 LT N 1 e 016 B N 15 14 FUEL PUMP PISTON amp ROD 48 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and917 250040 FLYWHEEL KEY PART NO NO Gi da LO NM k NOG 25 162 01 25 086 21 25 112 04 25 157 01 25 086 24 52 468 15 X 286 17 52 025 36 GOVERNOR KEY PART NO NO DO NO OT Gh 231355 X 25 12 237022 A 235743 5 52 078 04 X 25 102 X 269 28 X 25 63 52 090 18 277341 25 431 01 25 086 21 52 089 07 X 81 1 X 25 72 52 186 09 52 211 04 25 141 03 25 158 08 52 079 07 52 079 06 52 090 14 52 089 08 52 158 07 25 086 15 X 67 97 230 78 X 70 3 52 086 05 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV208 57517 DESCRIPTION Screen grass Screw hex wash hd 1 4 20x5 8 4 Spacer 4 Fan Screw hex machine 3 8 24x1 1 4 Washer plain Key square 3 16x7 8 Flywheel DESCRIPTION Pin governor stop Washer plain 1 4 Washer thrust Kit governor gear Shaft governor cross Washer plain 1 4 2 Retainer governor Washer plain 1 4
66. ry e Lightly coat foam pre cieaner with engine oil Do not saturate Squeeze in rag or towel to remove excess oil f Install foam pre cleaner over paper cartridge Reassemble cover and screw down tight OVERCHARGING WILL SHORTEN BATTERY LIFE 17 CUT AWAY VIEW VENT CAP BATTERY TUBE FIGURE 22 AIR CLEANER COVER ELEMENT COVER SEAL ELEMENT COVER SEAL ON PAPER ELEMENT TT BASE SCREWS 4 AIR CLEANER BASE FIGURE 23 GREASE BOTH FRONT WHEELS _ p rar E b add LENS p r w EEEE ppi o FIGURE 24 7 Clean Air Screen AIR SCREEN k Air screen Fig 25 must allow free flow of air to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush compressed TOP AIA air or water pressure to remove dirt chaff stubborn dried gum and GUIDE fibers COVER ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR DO NOT TOUCH HOT MUFFLER CYLIN DER ra FINS AS CONTACT MAY CAUSE BURNS 8 Inspect Muffler Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and or damage Fig 25 KO 9 Clean Engine Cooling Fins Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating Air guide covers must be removed Fig 25 Remove bolts to remove side and top covers CLEAN ENGINE COOLING FINS J See HOOD REMOVAL page 21 fy DO NOT TOUCH HOT MUFFLER CYLINDER a OR FINS AS CONTACT MAY CAUSE BURNS MUFFL
67. s been shipped with the mower parallel link included in the parts carton Install mower parallel link on tractor Fig 7 using hinge pin and retainer spring NOTE SMALLER END OF PARALLEL LINK MOUNTS TO TRACTOR USE THE SHORTEST HINGE PIN FOR MOUNTING INSTALL MOWER Your mower installs without the use of tools a Raise attachement lift lever Fig 9 to its highest posi tion b Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise FTV to lowest position Fig 10 c Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to A H Side d Install rear hinge pin through mower lift brackets and parallel link Fig 8 Secure with retainer spring e Move attachment lift lever Fig 9 forward to lower suspension arms Remove retainer springs from lift trunnions Fig 8 f Slide trunnions through upper lift bracket holes and secure with retainer springs Fig 8 g Pull L H idler pulley Fig 12 toward the right hand side of the tractor and roll belt over engine pulley Fig 8 NOTE MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION DECAL LOCATED ON MOWER HOUSING h Use attachment lift lever Fig 9 to raise mower t Turn height adjustment knob clockwise TN to the middle of its travel Fig 10 7 Check Cutting Level The blade housing was set at the factory to cut level After mowing a short distance look atthe area that was cut If the blade housing cuts uneven see MOWER ADJUSTMENT page 21 8 Final Assembly a Make sure ail fasteners are light
68. sses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while mowing We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over the spec tacles or standard safety glasses avail able at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores Parts Bag Contents Not Shown Full Size mme TED 2 Battery Carriage Bolts 1 4 20 x 7 1 2 Steering Wheel Insert 6 Battery Caps ASSEMBLY EATON PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE BATTERY 2 Wing Nut 1 4 20 BATTERY Er TERMINALS 2 Hex Bolt 1 4 20 x 3 4 SEAT 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 x 12 Ga 1 Adjustment Knob 1 2 WEAR EYE AND FACE SHIELD WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IMME DIATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY IN CON TACT WITH BATTERY ACID DO NOT SMOKE FUMES FROM CHARGED BATTERY ACID ARE EX PLOSIVE NOTE THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OP ERATOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH ANY AT TEMPT BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE SEAT WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE 1 Prepare Battery READINSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH THE BATTERY VENT CAPS FOUND IN BAG OF PARTS ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES CLOTHING AND GOGGLES TO PROTECT YOUR HANDS SKIN AND EYES a Fill and charge battery before installing NOTE SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH BATTERY VENT CAPSINBAG OF PARTS jade OVERCHARGING WILL SHORTEN BATTERY b Fill battery with battery acid to bottoms of tubes in cells Fig 1 DO NOT OVERFILL OVERFILLING
69. t greater than 15 never across the face Referto page 55 Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes While going up or down slopes place gear shift control lever in ist gear position to negotiate the slope without stopping Never mow in wet or slippery grass when traction is unsure or at a speed which could cause a skid Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards Keep away from drop offs Do not drive too close to creeks ditches and public high ways Exercise special cara when mowing around fixed objects in order to prevent the blades from striking them Never delib arately run tractor or mower into or over any foreign objects Never shift gears until tractor comes to a stop Never place hands or feet under the mower in discharge chute or near any moving parts while tractor or mower is running Always Keep clear of discharge chute Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment a Use only approved drawbar hitch points b Limit loads to those you can safely control 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 AIR PARTS fot part c Do not turn sharply Use care when backing d Use Es i ot wheel weights when suggested in owners manual Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways 25 When using any attachments never direct discharg
70. t harm to turf Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum Stock number 71 24084 3PREADER SEEDERS make seeding fertilizing and weed killing easy Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular le icers and sand 71 24194 Drop type 36 inch 12 in semi pneumalic wheels 100 Ib capcity steel hopper 71 24394 Broadcasts over a 5 to 8 foot swath 70 Ib capacity steel hopper Noncorrosive spreading spinner nylon gear box stainless steel shaft 71 24395 Broadcasts 8 to 10 foot swath 160 Ib capacity covers 40 000sq ft No rust polypropylene hopper and impeller Vinyl hopper cover 71 2416 Broadcasts 6 to 8 foot swath 50 ib capacity Corrosion resistant construction Polyethylene hopper ORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow moisture and nutrients to reach grass roots 36 inch swath 24 ardened steel coring tips 150 Ib capacity weight tray Stock number 71 24351 ERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn Tapered 2 5 steel spikes mounted on 10 in diameter discs ep holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak it Steel weight tray for increased penetration Stock number 1 A JETHATCHER loosens and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pick up Twenty spring tine teeth iseful to prepare bare areas for reseeding 40 inch rear mount Stock number 71 24303 38 inch front mount Stock umber 71 24301 PRAYERS use 12 volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor battery or other
71. ter because they are not connected to the battery They have their own electrical source ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH Pull switch out and up to engage attachment There will be an engine hesitation as the clutch engages ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Use the attachment lift lever to raise and lower the attachment mounted to your tractor Move the lift lever forward to lower attachment CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL The pedal has 2 func tions a clutch and a brake To engage the brake push the pedal completely down HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Use the height ad justment knob to adjust the mower height With the attachement lift lever in the up position turn knob clockwise N to raise cutting height and counter clockwise y tolowermower cutting height Lower atiachment lift lever 11 HEIGHT INDICATOR Indicates height setting of mower deck Controlled by height adjustment Knob GEARSHIFT Press the clutch brake pedal down firmly and move gearshift lever to desired speed IGNITION Place key in ignition and turn to the right to start LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake push the clutch brake pedal completely down Hold the parking brake lever in Engaged position and re lease pressure from pedal Clutch brake pedal will remain in brake position To release push pedal in THROTTLE CONTROL Use the throttle contro to increase or decrease the speed of the engine CHOKE To start a c
72. this product See the nearest Sears store or service center for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE UNDER THE SEAT YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NUMBERS AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Read and retain this manual Study and observe the safety rules Always use care when using your tractor Always keep gt cared for tractor will run better and last longer ATTACHMENTS our tractor and mower clean Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor A well This unit can use many attachments now available at your Sears store See pages 53 54 for a list of available attachmenis LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT become wom during normal use This warranty does not cover This warranty excludes blade s blade adapter s spark piug s air cleaner and belt s which are expendable and For two years from date of purchase when this riding equipment is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instruction in the owners manual Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship in this electric start riding equipment Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects such as nails thorns stumps or glass and repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including the failu
73. tment Front to Rear memm 22 Side to Side oeren Hen i ee ee a Mower Removal vr 03 Tire Care Repair Parts Safety Rules eee ee 2 Seat RE ER Service Record Slope Guide Sheet AE Spark Plugs EA Speed Control Chart aa Id Starting the Engine PETE E Steering Wheel si aaa 9 Stopping the Traciar 12 NATA GO ee ER ee aina T Throttle Control Cable AdIUSIment esse ZU Tires 16 24 Trouble Shooting Chart 26 27 Transaxle Repair Parts 40 41 Shifter Adjustment 25 W Warranty NZOZ Wiring Schematic EE To assemble and adjust your tractor you will need 2 7 16 Wrenches Ratchet wrench 1 3 4 Wrench Tire Pressure Gauge 1 9 16 Wrench Screwdriver 1 1 2 Wrench Utility Knife 1 3 4 Socket 2 11 16 wrench NOTE RIGHT HAND R H AND LEFT HAND LHJ ARE DETERMINED FROM OPERATORS POSITION WHILE SEATED ON THE TRACTOR UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 C Remove box from canon The box contains the items shown below Gut down four corners of the carton with a utility knife and foid down sides Remove mower deck from skid Disengage Parking Brake Carefully quide the tractor backwards off the skid d Battery Acid b Steering Wheel e Owner s Manual Battery f Paris Bag The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety gla
74. uickly READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL and instructions furnished with attach ments Do not allow children to operate the machine Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction Do not carry passengers Do not mow when children and others ara around Always wear substantial footwear Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could gat caught in moving parts Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor mower and the area baing cut Do not let other interests distract you Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when not in the driver s seat ae get on or off your tractor from the operator s left hand side Clear the work area of objects wire rocks etc which might be picked up and thrown Disengage all attachment clutches before attempting to start the angine ok E powerto attachments and stop the engine before leaving the operator s position Disengage power to mower stop the engine and disconnect spark plug wire s from spark plugs before cleaning making an adjustment or repair Be caretul to avoid touching hot muffler or engine components Disengage power to attachments when transporting or notin use Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle unattended Disengage the power take off lower the attach ments shift into neutral set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill Mow up and down the face of slopes no
75. ution BAFFELS 8 SHROUD KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52063 30 Baffle 2 cylinder head 2 48 15401 Clamp 3 52063 01 Baffle 2 cylinder top 4 X 67 83 Screw hex wash hd 1 4 20 x 7 16 20 5 52 755 70 Kit blower housing Includes 6 8 6 5221701 Support upper housing 7 52468 16 Washer flat 1 4 2 8 5208611 screw 1 4 20x5 8 2 9 5212405 Baffle 1 cylinder head REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S 57517 CARBURETOR CYLINDER HEAD 46 REPAIR PARTS 20 H P GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 254460 and 917 250040 CARBURETOR KEY PART NO NO OO NOO R W PO de 041 09 52 164 15 X 25 44 X 6 29 X 73 23 X 352 37 25 155 02 X 77 2 22 853 29 277069 52 053 55 271030 232867 X 67 62 25 086 27 25 146 02 52 144 16 25 368 01 25 089 02 25 086 26 25 089 04 25 089 02 25 368 03 52 090 13 25 089 03 25 194 01 25 146 03 25 041 04 25 757 09 29 104 04 25 041 03 25 100 05 25 757 11 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV20S 57517 DESCRIPTION Gasket intake 2 Manifold intake Washer plain 5 16 4 Screw H C 5 16 18x1 1 4 4 Plug Stud 5 16 18xI 2 Connector hose Nut 5 6 2 Kit carburetor w gasket includes 10 13 15 32 Gasket air cleaner Carburetor For information only not available separately Gasket carburetor Strap lifting
76. ward rear of tractor Remove belt fram transmission pulley by deflecting keepers to force belt up and out of pullay Use belt to push keepers away from pulley Fig 43 h Work belt around remaining pulleys and keepers work ing toward transaxle pulley Pull belt forward off transaxle pulley and down over electric clutch h Reinstall in reverse of above procedure Make sure right hand belt keeper is positioned correctly between locator tabs and electric clutch connection is secure 10 Blade Replacement Raise mower to highest position to permit access to blades or remove mower a Remove bal lockwasher and washer Fig 44 turn counterclockwise AN b Remove and discard old blade c Clean top and bottom of mower housing d Place new blade between flanges Install with sharp edge down and secure with washer lock washer and bolt previously removed 11 Tire Care a Maintain tire pressure in front at 14 PSI 1Kg cirF and rear tires at 10 PSI 0 7 Kg cnr Keep tires free of gasoline oi or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage Removing wheel for tire repair Fig 45 1 Block up axle securely 2 Remove hub cap klip ring and washer to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do Not Lose Repair tire and reassemble Align siots in rear wheel hub and axle insert square key Replace washer and

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