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NUMBER 917.255460
MAN +
OWNER'S MANUAL
Convertible
+ Assembly
° Operation
"Customer
Responsibilities
- Service
"Adjustments
° Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
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  • Page 1 MAN + NUMBER 917.255460 OWNER'S MANUAL Convertible + Assembly ° Operation "Customer Responsibilities - Service "Adjustments ° Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment ....I'1111'"11 IIII/I IIII ' I II " ""''"''' "'" IllUlII IIIII'L I...

  • Page 2: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance° GASOLINECAPACITY: 5 QUARTS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service CentedDepartmento...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............11-14 SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......19-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-18 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........4 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30+48 INDEX ................

  • Page 4: Accessories

    I,IIIL II III I IIll ....................ES AND ATTACH These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers.. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 5 ....iiiiilulll Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ..,,,,,,. IlLii Seat Battery acid Mulcher Plate (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) Large Flat Washer ... Steering Wheel Battery Steering (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Sleeve Owner's Manual Parts Bag (1) Knob Parts bag contents not shown full size...
  • Page 6 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes, To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSERT...
  • Page 7 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob_ PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan, H i, ii ......illllllll i i CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. °...
  • Page 8 , ,u, ,J,l,, ,,,J1,/,,/i INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) ,lll,ll,lli,l,l,,llll i i ill i i i i CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, nals. Before installing battery, remove rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.
  • Page 9 MBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE TO CONVERT TO BAGGING DISCHARGING (See Figs. 7A & 7B) • Install two latch hooks to mutcher plate using screw, Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown° Your mower' is now ready for discharging or' installation of optional grass catcher accessory.
  • Page 10 iil, l Jll i ,,II,H Illlll OPERATmON i,l,l,l,,ll,,N,l,,,,,,,,,,l,,,l,,i ll, ullu,//l,/,,,l,l,l,,ll,i ill KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith yourtractortofamiliarize yourselfwiththe locationsofvarious controlsand adjustments° Save this manual for future reference° ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER THROTTL_CHOKECONTROL...
  • Page 11 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety gFasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs, We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Seats Retail or Catalog stores°...

  • Page 12: Carburetor

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO "NEUTRAL" POSITION WHEN THE Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. switch° Any attempt by the operatorto leave th_ S_at with the engine running and the mower clutch engaged will shut °...
  • Page 13 OPERATI .TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) • if grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possibFe fire hazard from dried When starting engine for the first time or if engine has clippings° Make first cut relatively high; the second run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking' time "to move to the desired heighL fuel from the tank to the engine,_...
  • Page 14 CUSTOMER RESPO ILITIES ....ill ii ..Check BrakeOperation CheckTire Pressure ....Checkfor LooseFasteners ,,,,,,,, _, Sharpen/ReplaceM'ow;rBlades Check Battery LeveiiRecharge ....Clean Batter,.# a nd Terminals V # , Check Transmissio n Cooling ..Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s)Tension Check EngineOil Level ..
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER ILITIES TRACTOR • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone Always observe safety rules when performing any main- balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- tenance ancer), •...
  • Page 16 RESPON ii i lllll ........llllL SAE VISCOSITY GRADES TRANSAXLE COOLING (See Fig. 16) The fan and cooling fins of transmission, should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot°...
  • Page 17 ill,ill i i i i CUSTOMER CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18) Start the engine and check for' oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS iilll i lll illlllll CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch!brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...
  • Page 19 RViCE A ADJUSTIVl TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 24 and 25) - IMPORTANT = DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS ' PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 20 II/ll/llJll/lllll illjllIIIIlll ERVJCEANDA USTMENTS =='===N.Nllll Ill' = TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27) (See Fig. 26) Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxleo The mower blade drive belt may be r'epla_ed without_toois.
  • Page 21 ERVICE ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Figs. 28 & 29) (See Fig. 30) "NEUTRAL" position of the motion control lever has been Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage parking brake. For ease of service, remove rear drawbar frorn chassis and preset at the factory and adjustment should not be neco belt keeper from transmission input pulley.

  • Page 22: To Remove Wheel For Repairs

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 32) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight, forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- Assembly section of this manual..
  • Page 23 S RVICE AND ADJUSTM TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 33) Raise hood., • Raise hood_ Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the Unsnap headlight wire connector_ grill,, ° Stand in front of tractor'. Grasp hood at sides, tilt forward and lift off of tractor.

  • Page 24: Throttle Control Cable

    ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST - • Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST" TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position° If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel (See Fig. 34) adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn° Re- peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until...

  • Page 25: Cleaning

    STORAGE iiii iiiiiiiii ENGINE 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_. " FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING iN ESSENTIAL...
  • Page 26 iiil.llll,lll i ii illl.i illll .,lll,,lll,l,,ll,i, ii IlL i i TROUBLESHOOTING POmNTS Hll.J ........,i,iui......PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel 1,, Fill fuel tank° Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 2o See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section, Engine flooded Wait several minutes before attempting to start Bad spark plug...
  • Page 27 ........... _ iiiiiiiiii TROUBL NG POINTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Check wiring, switches and connections If not Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system corrected, contact an authodzed service cented when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department, engaged Poor cut _ uneven Replace btade Tighten blade bolt, 1,.

  • Page 28: Schematic

    14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE 30 AMP., STARTER WHITE IGNITION SWITCH ATT MENT CLUTCH - -fPEDALUtS_ ..SEAT SWITCH (CLUTCH OFF) " I (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK _LA°* _ 0 BLACK GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK PLUG BLACK IGNITION...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 121537X Battenj 130890 Bracket, Interlock Switch 108236X Bracket, Crutch Switch 138693 Harness, Ignition 420_J Cable, Ground 4206J Cable, Battery 132202 Cable, Battery 129965 Battery Box 109596X Clamp;...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 CHA_QJ¢ AND ENCLOSURES 24 _76...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 135033 Chassis 1399t5 Bracket, Support, Dash 137275 Drawbar STD523707 Bolt 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll, STD5237t0 Bolt 3/8-t6 x 3/4 Type TT STD541437 72'140606 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 105518X...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 DRIVE f" , _,, ° " " _ 1_"8...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NOo DESCRIPTION Pin, Roll 121430X Pump, Transaxle STD571810 t23674X Pulley, Idler, Fiat 138558 Transaxle Assembly Bolt 126581X Belt Keeper, Transaxie STD523727 Spacer, Split 73680400...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.255460 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 12t472X Steering Wheel 133988 Axle Assemby, Front 135227 Spindle Assemby, LH 135228 Spindle Assemby, RH 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x t-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 134265 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 137510 Engine, Kohler, 14 HP, Model No. CV14S, Type NooPS1452 137350 Muffler, Exhaust - -- Plug, Oil Drain...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,255460 SEAT ASSEMBLY "" _-. "" (,t"- >I _ "_ ---, ,,,m,+ n,+ + .._ KEY PART PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 1274,38X Seat 121250X Spring 126656X Bracket, Pivot, Seat 123976X Nut, Flangelock 1/4 Grade 5 STD511005...
  • Page 40 Decal, Operating Instruction 121215X Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 133178 Decal, Mower, 3 In One 138145 Decal, Chassis, Hydro/42" 138042 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 136832 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 138043 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 138836 Decal YT/GT Dash LT 138592 Decal, Grille, Craftsman...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 42" MOWER DECK 78 79...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 42" MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 138024 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 133504 Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs STD533107 Bolt 134236 Guard, Mandrel, LH 1380t7 Bracket Asm Fr_Sway Bar STD624003...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 42" MOWER LIFT "%-----14 161718...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 42" MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 136971 Wire Asmo, Inner w/plunger 136968 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133_62 19211416 Washer 21/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 SUNSTRAND PUMP ASSEMBLY - MODEL NUMBER BDU-10S -" > ]F59 SEAL KIT OVERHAUL 1t,60 COMPLETE PUMP ASSEMBLY] KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 127149X 122756X Block Kit, Cylinder Shaft, Pump 127151X 122716X Ptug, Plastic...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 AGRI-FAB TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 121431X i SHELL DURINA-O GREASE 1 (20 OZ.)
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,255460 AGRI-FAB TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 121431X KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 122614X 122664X Housing, Half L H. Disc, Brake 122615X 123065X Housing, Half Roll. Key, Hi-Pro 3/16 x 5/8"...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 AIRiNT K'E'"}" 0--' BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES CONTROLS,,,,,,,i ENGINE • ,-.,..15 EXHAUSTi ..
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 BL()WER HOUSING AND BAFFLES AIR INTAKE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOo NO. DESCRIPTION SM-0545010 12 341 01 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover Screw, Mounting M5 x 0.8 x 10 (t2) 12 146 O7 t2 096 06...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 FUEL SYSTEM 15"-_,_:/_ 13 _ '!'L ,,-°V CYLINDER t'lEAO, VAV'E AND B.EAT.ER ! t7 .__ 16--_'...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER KEY PART KEYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 12 853 26 Kit, Carburetor 12 318 02 Head, Cylinder 12 351 01...

  • Page 52: Starting

    REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 IGNITION IELECTRICALI OIL PAN / LUBRICATION ,.-+"1 17_,._ OR,.KC,SE J@__= STARTING SYSTEM I"_...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255460 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 IGNITION I ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block, 12 086 14 Screw, Flywheel M10 x 1.5 x 45°8 12468 03 Washer, Flywheel...

  • Page 54: Seat

    £RIIF fIMIIII + GW ER'S 14.0 HP ELECTRIC START MANUAL 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) DRIVE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number,, Each engine has its own model number_ MODEL NO. The model number for your tractor will be found on the 917.255460 model plate located under the seat,, The model number for your engine wilt be found on the...

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