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_ODEL
UMBER 917,256930
OWNER'S MANUAL
Tt,!
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer
Responsibi _ ntBes
o $ervnce
o Adjustments
o Repagr Parts
Caution:
Read and Foimow
a!! Safety
Rules
and Rnstructions
Before
Operating
This Equipment

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  • Page 1 _ODEL UMBER 917,256930 o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibi _ ntBes o $ervnce o Adjustments o Repagr Parts Caution: Read and Foimow a!! Safety Rules and Rnstructions Before Operating This Equipment OWNER'S MANUAL Tt,! ®...
  • Page 2 Safe Operation IMPORTANT: TH IS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS_ FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH, GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the...
  • Page 3 mance, Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest CentedDepartment., We have competent, technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual., The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor prop- erly Always observe the "SAFETY RULES", MODEL...
  • Page 4 TA LE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ..PRODUOT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOM ER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY TABLE OF CONTENTS INDEX TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY INDIEX Accessodes ... Adjustments: Brake Carburetor ... :... Mower: Front-T0:Back Side*To-Side Throttle Control Cable ... 23 Air Filter', Engine ... Air Screen, Engine ...
  • Page 5 _!_: i iii_iiiiii i i i i..i_iiii;iiii_i_iiii:.i_iiiii:,' IH:,II':III.'--H----I--' -- ... AOOESSORIE These accessories and attachments catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. ENGINE MUFFLER SPARK pLUG AIR FILTER PERFORtVIANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown furl size © (1) Locknut (1) ShouJder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Lock Washer (1) Washer 17_32 x 1-3/i6 x 12 Gauge ,;;;; © (1) Wing Nut 3/8 (1) Washer _+._ 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, alt parts and hardware you assemblemust the correct tools as necessaq7 to insure proper tightness_ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier...
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 3) CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contact with battery acid. Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included battery vent caps.
  • Page 9 INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 5 & 6) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking tal grounding_ Lift seat to raised position. • Open battery box door..
  • Page 10 iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 7 & 8 guard from mower. Raise and hold guard when attaching and allow it to rest on plate while in CAUTION: Do not remove o,peratijon; ... Raise and hold deflector shield in the upright position_ Position alignment cup over' rear baffle.
  • Page 11 14:NOWYOUR LAWN TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. FUEL CAP CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL "'"_ PARKING BRAKE LEVER MOWER LIFT LEVER Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards _nstitute.,...
  • Page 12 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses and while moving. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    o Theaveragelawn shouldbe cut to approximately 2-1/2inchesduringthe coolseasonandto over3 inches duringhot months..For healthier a ndbetter looking lawns, m owoftenandaftermoderate growth.. o Forbestcuttingperformance, grassover6 inches in heightshouldbe mowed twice. Makethe first cut relatively h igh;thesecond todesiredheight.. MOWER LIFT LEVER FIG. 12 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs.
  • Page 14 START ENGBNE (See Fig. 9) When starting engine for' the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wilt take extra cranking time to move fue! from the tank to the engine. ° Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.
  • Page 15 AS YOU COMPLETE REGU_R S ERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Checkfor Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level(Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals CheckTransaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oi! .C.leanAir Filter ...
  • Page 16 CUSTO TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance BRAKE OPERATION if tractor' requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted_ (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 17 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power, Open battery box door,, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor., Wash battery with solution baking soda to one gallon of water.
  • Page 18 OUSTO TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove cartridge nuL Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on ffat surface.. If very dirty, replace orwash in a nonsudsing detergent and warm water solution. Rinse thoroughly with water from inside out until water runs clear'. Let cartridge dry thoroughly before using,.
  • Page 19 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" • Place attachment clutch Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. ° Make sure the blades and all moving ° Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSBNG Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manua0. If tires are over o r underinfiated, you will not properly adjust your mower'.
  • Page 21 :-:-:-: TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 29) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on tile right side of the transaxle. tf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. Depress clutch/Drake pedal and engage parking brake..
  • Page 22 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAnRS (See Fig. 3!) Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose), • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

  • Page 23: Throttle Control Cable

    ENGBNE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 34) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary. Checkadjustment described below before loosening cable, If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: With engine not running, move throttle control lever from "SLOW"...

  • Page 24: Storage

    immediately prepare your tractor-for + storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.. gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...
  • Page 25 CAUSE PROBLEM Wit! not start Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter Water tn fuel Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor Engine valves out of adjustment Hard to start Dirty air filer Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Didy fuel filter...
  • Page 26 WFIOUIILESHOOWING POINWS PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty operator-safety Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut;uneven 1.. Worn, bent or loose bfade_ Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower, Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent holes from butdup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

  • Page 28: Schematic

    12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR SCHEMATIC WH!TE IGNITION SWITCH BLACK IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT M + G START B + S ° .-MODEL NUMBER °ill ° BATTERY FUSE 3OAMP. CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE BLACK ATT'M ENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK IGNITION CHARGING...
  • Page 29 REPABR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR DECALS KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 138272 Decal, Instruction, Engine 127908 Decal, Engine 130OO1 Decal, Stripe, Hood, LH. 138134 Decal, Stripe, Hood, R.H. 126241X Decal, Grill 136332 Decal, Side Panel 133179 Decal, Mower QC System 128314 Decal, Fender 132285...
  • Page 30 :R.EPAmR, PAR:'T$ ... 12.5 HP 38"TRACTOR ELECTRICAL \1 _ -= MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 ;_:_...
  • Page 31 RF-PARR: PARTS... _-_;'_ 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION -- MODEL NUMIBER 917..2589-,3-0 ... KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 73510400 Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 UNC 108423X Assembly, Cable 121265X Battery 108236X Bracket, Switch 104445X Switch, Interlock 109553X Switch, Interlock STD601005...
  • Page 32 REPABR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR HOOD PART DESCRIPTUON 124657X Spring, Extension STD541425 Nut, Hex; Keps 1/4-20 UNC STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge STD522506 Bolt, Hex, Fin., 1/4-20 UNC x 5/8 Grade 5 126675X Bolt, Shoulder 122549X Bracket, Hood, RH 122548X Bracket, Hood, LH...
  • Page 33 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR FENDER / CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 129965 Box, Battery 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge 17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Rol!.. 3/8-16 x 3/4 124t81X Spring, Compression, I27t15X459 Plate, Fender 109596X Clamp, Hose 134214 Pad, Footrest 17490512 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,...
  • Page 34 REPAHR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR SEAT KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 72050411 Bolt, Carriage Seat ... 127436: STD511005 Screw, Slotted Pan Head #10-32 x 1/2 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 105529X Bolt, Shoulder 4171R Clip, insulated 73951000 Nut, Hex, Keps #10-32 UNF STD523707 Bolt, Hex, Fin.
  • Page 35 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR DASH KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 132734 Cap, Fuel Tank 138393 Assembly, Dash & Fuel Tank 123487X Clamp, Hose 8544R Line, Fuel 8548R Line, Fuel STD541425 Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 2751R Clip, Fuel Line STD551025 Washer HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION -- MODEL NUMBER KEY PART...
  • Page 36 REPAQRPARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 133742 Insert, Steering Wheel STD541537 Locknut 3/8-24 UNF 19133808 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge 133741 Steering Wheel 121897X Sleeve, Steedng STD6t1005 Screw, Hex, Self-Tapping #10-16 x 1/2 102803X Bushing, Steering HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION °...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PA1RTS ... 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR SECTOR GEAR 1 AXLE SUPPORT 10 -----._..._ KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 132566 Link, Drag 74780828 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. i/2-I3 121926X Gear, Sector 121927X Bushing 730308O0 Nut, Heavy, Hex, Top Lock 1/2-13 UNC 126472X Clip, Wire 73680800...
  • Page 38 REPAmRPARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR FRONT AXLE KEY PART DESCRRPTION NO. NO... !2t232X Cap, Spindle 12000029 Ring, Klip 121748X Washer 25/32 x t -5/8 x 16 Gauge 3366R Bearing 133988 Axle, Front 6266H Bearing, Thrust 137062 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge STD56t210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4...
  • Page 39 REPAaR PARTS ... 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR BRAKE / REAR MOWER PART DESCRiPTiON 124236X Cap, Plunger 123436X Rod, Parking Brake 123437X Bracket, Parking Brake 8883R Cover, Pedal 132205 Bracket Assy,, Clutch Pedal, L.H.. STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 STD551037 Washer t 7490508 Screw, Hex Head, Thd, Roll:...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR ENGINE / THROTTLE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 17060408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2 132758 Control, Throttle 137418 Engine, Briggs & Stratton, 125 HP, Model #286707, Type #0441-01 71070512 Screw, Hex Cap Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 STD551131 Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring...
  • Page 41 GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION STD541431 Nut, Crownlock STD523107 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 132946 Keeper, Mower Drive Belt, Engine I35036 Pulley, Engine STD551143 Washer, Loci{ 7/16 71130748 Bolt, Hex, Fin, 7/I6_20 UNF x 3 124525X Traction, V-Belt Drive 123405X Keeper, T!A, Ground Drive Belt STD533715...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR TRANSAXLEE KEY PART DESCRIPTaON NO. NO. 123385X Pulley 12000028 Ring, Retainer 137365 Transaxle, Dana, 5 Speed, Model Number 4360-50 2228M Key, Woodruff #9 STD54t431 Nut, Crownlock STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 123378X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Hex Head, Thd., Roll 5116-18 x 3/4 110422X Spring, Brake...
  • Page 43 PARTS:... 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR MOWER LIFT LEVER 31 ---'_ PART DESCRiPTiON 126470X Clip, Fuet Line 122018X Bracket, Mower Clutch 74780408 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin, 1/4-20 UNC x I/2 Grade 5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 132552 Assembly, Clutch Lever 106451X Bolt, Shoulder 13511O Assembly, Mower Clutch Arm 74930624...
  • Page 44 _EPAIF_ P_TS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR MOWER DECK " " MODEL NUMBER 917.25893(} 65 616...
  • Page 45 12.5 HP 38" "TRACTOR ,- - MODEL NUI IBEIR 917.256930 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 138356 Mower Housing Assembly STD541431 Nut, Crownlock STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3f4 7631J Runner, L°H.. 1t0485X Bearing 128774 Housing, Mandrel 129895 Bearing 133172 Shaft &...
  • Page 46 REPABR PARTS 12_5 HP 38" TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE = MODEL = ° MODEL NUMBER NU_'_BER 4360=50 917.256930 43 =...
  • Page 47 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE = ' ODEL KEY PART NO. NOo DESCRIPTION 138248 Housing, Upper 2274J Screw, Self-Tapping, 1/4-20 x .734 134400 Ball, Detent 105904X Spring, Detent 105905X Screw, Set 138235 Kit, Shifter Assembly 134399 Boot, Shifter 106596X Screw, Self-Tapping, 5/16-18 x 1..44 138241...
  • Page 48 REPAUR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR ..- MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 BRnGGS & STRATTON ENGUNE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 04.41-01 <3 358 GASKETsET ! *SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTALL.
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL i 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 601 _ - - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER KIT I 917.256930 0441-01...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER iljjljj KEY NUMBER !Thru Bolt Motor and !Assembly Drive Assy. MANUFACTURER Briggs & Housing Stratton Length 3-21/32' 394805 94003 *Includes Brush Set **includes #398003 Clutch Assembly #280104 Gear #490467 Retainer and Pin #94288 Roll Pin...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 490450 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special Tools For Installation) 391086 Seal, Oil 494240 Head, Cylinder 271866 Gasket, Cylinder Head 391406 Breather Assembly 27803 Gasket, Valve Cover 94621 Screw, Seres...

  • Page 52: Starting

    REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 494887 Plate, Governor Control (Choke-A-Matic) 94729 Screw, Sem, Air Cleaner 231058 Crank, Governor, 1/4" Diameter 493935 Lever Assembly, Governor 94742 Washer, Governer-Crank, 262785 Spring, Goyernor Link 394358...
  • Page 53 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE I!J /=_ ! ,AA_ Iil _ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face.
  • Page 56 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.256930 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS 137659 Rev. 1 1o28,93 12.5 HP ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 38" MOWER 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number, its own model number. The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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