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OWNERS
MANUAL
MODEL N O.
917.255813
Caution:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
ii
YT 14 TWIN
5 SPEED
YARD TRACTOR
Assembly
Installation
Operation
Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Coo,Chicago, IL 60684 USA,

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  • Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL MODEL N O. 917.255813 YT 14 TWIN Caution: 5 SPEED Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions YARD TRACTOR Carefully Assembly Installation Operation Repair Parts Sears, Roebuck and Coo,Chicago, IL 60684 USA,...
  • Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS your purchase a Sears Yard Tractor. It has been designed, engineered manufactured MODEL give you the best possible dependability and performance, NUMBER Should experience any problem cannot easily reme- SERIAL please contact your nearest Sears Service Department NUMBER They have competent, well-trained technicians...
  • Page 3 OPERATgG RULES SAFE 1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ THIS Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipmenL OPERATOR'S MANUAL instructions furnished a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points. with attachments, b, Limit loads to those you can safely control, c.
  • Page 4 ASSEMBLY To assemble and adjust your Tractor you will need: 7/16" wrenches, one 3/4" wrench, one 9/16" VENT AWAY VIEW wrench, 1/2" wrench, one 3/4" socket, ratchet wrench and a utility knife NOTE: RIGHT HAND (R.H.) LEFT HAND (L.H.,) DETERMINED FROM OPERATOR'S POSITION...
  • Page 5 WING 5. Install Battery using: two Int./EXt L ockwashers, twoWing I NT./E X T, WING LOCKWASHER Nuts (shown f ullsize below) a nd INT./EXT, ;KWASHER ACCESS DOO R © TERMINAL _iiiii _'_I_II'_ GUARD TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR ;ATTERY BOLT Battery Bolts and one Terminal Guard found...
  • Page 6 Place Seat on Seat Pan,, Screw 3/8" Adjustment Bolts, Lockwashers Flat Washers into Seat (Fig, SEAT justment Bolts, Lockwashms and Ftat Washers found Bag of Parts, Tighten finger tight, d. Place Seat operating position on the Seat an(_ press Clutch-Brake Pedal all the way down.
  • Page 7 1. Place Attachment Clutch Lever "DISENGAGED" ground travet is too slow, move Throttle Control "F" (fast} position press Clutch-Brake Pedal and shift position (Fig., 9), to a different gear 2,. Push Clutch-Brake Pedal fully into brake position (Fig NOTE: BRING TRACTOR COMPLETE STOP...
  • Page 8 TRACTOR OPERATION HILLS NEGATIVE (BLACK CABLE) 1 Choose lowest gear BEFORE starting down TERMINAL hills. DRIVE UP OR DOWN HILLS WITH SLOPES GREATER DRIVE ACROSS THAN 15 ° , SLOPE.. REFER TO PAGE BATTERY 2. AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS slowing is necessary, move"...
  • Page 9 Install Front Hinge Pin through Axle and Parallel Link (Fig, CLUTCH LEVER ! 2). Secure with Retainer Spring, 2, install Rear Hinge Pin through Mower Lift Brackets Parallet Link (Fig, 12),, Secure with Retainer Spring, 13, install Clutch Rod in Clutch Lever (Fig., 13 - inset).
  • Page 10 If distance t'A" needs to be changed, snap out Access Hole Cover on LH side above Footrest_ Use 9/t6" wrench Nuts "B" and "C" at Side-To-Side Adjustment Trunnion (Fig° 16).. raise left side of mower, loosen _B" and tighten UC" To lower left side of mower, loosen Nut "C"...
  • Page 11 OPERATION - MOWER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION READ "RULES SAFE OPERA- ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER TION" CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERAT- "ENGAGED" POSITION YOUR MOWER, DEPTH LIFT LEVER ADJUSTMENT KNOB LIFT MOWER MUST BE ADJUSTED PROPERLY FROM [.EVER FRONT TO REAR LEVELED FROM SIDE TO SIDE BEFORE OPERATING.
  • Page 12 1. When grinding, care should be taken to maintain blade bal- ance 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, damaged...
  • Page 13 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH MOWER BELT ADJUSTMENT /I" LEVER "DISENGAGED" Your tractor has been manufactured with the abiNty to re-ad- POSITION just mower drive belt to provide you with longer belt life, /_._._ES/T'7>OSITtON DEPTH )If the Attachment Clutch Lever (Fig, 23) travels 3- 1/2"...
  • Page 14 STORAGE When mower is to be stored a period of time. clean it thoroughly, remove al! dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Give blades and underside of housing a good coat of grease or rust pre- ventative= Sl_ore in a clean dry area TRACTOR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 15 .ouRs (_,.,,._KNOB (EVERY 15 HOURS IF OPERATING IN VERY DUSTY CONDITIONS) CLEAN SCREEN Screen (Fig, 29) must allow free.,ftow of air to prevent Engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush, compressed or water pressure remove dirt, chaff, stubborn dried gum and fibers_ PLATE...
  • Page 16 Yearty every hours, whichever occurs first, remove CUT-AWAY VIEW Paper Cartridge (Service more often if necessary)= Clean tapping gentry on flat surface, very dirty, replace Cart- NT CAP ridge. CAUTION: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS NOT TO BE USED CLEAN PAPER CARTRIDGE, THEY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE.
  • Page 17 REPLACE IN-LtNE FUEL FILTER ao Remove Hose Clamps from Fuel Lines at Fuel Filter (Fig. HOSE CLAMPS 36),, FUEL bo Remove Fuel Filter, Ptace new Fuel Filter in position with fuel line (arrow side of FPter in direction of Fuel Filter) and reinstall Hose...
  • Page 18 REPLACE TRACTOR MOTION DRIVE BELT GUIDE TRANSAXLE The tractor Drive Belt may be replaced without tools, Park PULLEY tractor level area. Engage Parking Brake, NOTE: BELT INSTALLATION DECAL UNDER LEFT FOOT- R EST, Remove mower, (See Mower Section, page 13), b, Remove Retainer Springs...
  • Page 19 3., CLEAN BATTERY TERMINALS NEGATIVE Corrosion dirt Battery and Terminals cause (BLACK CABLE) TERMINAL the Battery to discharge, LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE SMOKING MATERIALS AWAY PLOSIVE GASES., KEEP SPARKS, FLAME, FROM BATTERIES ALWAYS SHIELD YOUR EYES AROUND BATTERIES,, a_ Disconnect BLACK Battery Cable then...
  • Page 20 TIRE CARE a, Maintain tire pressure in front at 14 PSI and rear tires at 12 PSI, b_ Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, of insect control chemi- cals which can destroy rubber, WASHERS Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
  • Page 21 TROUBLE SHOOTING POSSIBLE REMEDY POSSIBLE CAUSE WI LL NOT START ClutchoBrake Pedal in drive position Push Pedal into brake position (Fig Attachment Clutch Lever in "ENGAGED" position Move Lever to "DISENGAGED" position (Fig, 9) FIll Tank with fresh Gasoline Check Fuel Fflter (Fig,, 36} No gasoline...
  • Page 22 LUBRICATIONCHART AXLE PIVOT FRONT ® SPINDLE .-I- WHEEL BEARINGS _WHEEL BEARINGS MOWER CLUTCH PIVOT E® STEERtNG PIVOTQ BOTH ENDS OF tJL) FOOT PEDAL SHAFT STEERING ROD PIVOT BOTH ENDS LIFT SHAFT (_} (_) SAE MOTOR OIL EXTREME PRESSURE LUBRICATING GREASE AMDEX NO.
  • Page 23 YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.255813 _CHEMATIC BLACK ATTACH NEUTRAL WHITE SOLENOID" BLACK._MAGNETRON IGNITION ...."] IGNITION [ ....SWITCH TTOL,C, 30 AMP © G¢ ® BLACK ..... PLUGS BLACK IGNITION SWITCH STD365402 POSITION CIRCUIT RECTIFIER CHARGING_coIL START 3 AMPS, DC 20 VOLTS, AC (MIN,) AT 3600 RPM, BATTERY IN LINE...
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  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.255813 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSU R ES "ra - 26 -...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917,255813 CHASSIS ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION NO,, Pad- Footrest 108446X Seat 105466X I08176X Pan - Seat 106297X Bracket- Clutch - Mower 1055!3X Bracket * Pivot - Seat 3645J Bushing t05529X Bolt- Shoulder 5/16- 105809X Decal - 5 Speed - 38"...
  • Page 28 P RT8 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--IVlODEL NUMBER 917,255813 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arr ester Screen 100091M - 28...
  • Page 29 PARTS 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.255813 DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PART 106t90X Clamp 105703X Pulley, Transaxle (Driven) STD523107 "Bolt, Hex 5/16 - 18 x 3/4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 73680500 Nut, Lock, 5/16- STD580025 * Key, Woodruff No. 9 108854X Transaxle, 5 Speed, Foote Model No. ST0523727 "Bolt, Hex.
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917o255813 STEERING ASSEMBLY ebb----- 38 57...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR-_MODEL NUMBER 917,255813 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART D ESCR IPTION DESCR IPTION PART 105669X Axle- Front I05810X Decal - Cap, Steering Wheel 105663X Support - Saddle - Rear 100710L Insert- Steering Wheel 74761060 Bolt - Hex 5/8- 11 x 3 - 3/4 STD541350 * Nut- Hex 1/2 - 20...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917,255813 LIFT ADJUSTMENT d;°;o 4 .. '.,,.,,_D _.39 44 __30 -32 -...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917_255813 L1FT ADJUSTMENT PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION NO L Plunger- Lever 6465R Knob 105723X Grip o Handle 106861X Lever - Mower- Clutch 106019X Spacer * Split 106498X Bracket - Pivot 10601 tX Screw- Cap-SocketHd 3/8_ 16x2 73680600...
  • Page 34 REPA|R PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.255813 38" MOWER 13/9 13), ," 8 36 NIl ± IF REAR BAGGER ATTACHMENT IS BEe ING USED, REFER TO REAR BAGGER OWNERS MANUAL FOR BLADE PART 41 42 41 42 - 34...
  • Page 35 PARTS REPAIR 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.2558t3 38" MOWER PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 102669X 106085X V-Belt Keeper, Belt 105891X 105689X Housing Mandrel Assembly 84t7J Runner, R H 100668L Plate, Support, Mandrel Screw, Hex Washer Hdo 3/8 - 16 x 3/4 73680600 Nut, Lock, 3/8- 17490612...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917o255813 TRANSAXLE FOOTE--MODEL NUMBER 4150-17 TRANSAXLE - 36 -...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.255813 TRANSAXLE TRANSAXLE FOOTE--MODEL NUMBER 4150-17 PART DESCRIPTION PAR'[ DESCRIPTION I06845X Housing, Upper t06605X Gear, BevP', 42T 22765 Screw, Tapping, t/4 - 20 x 1.31 Lg. 108983X Washer, Pi_in, .758 x 1,12 x ,010 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4 - 20 x ,875 Lg t05930X...
  • Page 38 REPAIR pARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TR ACTOR+'MODEL NUMBER 917o255813 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON--MODEL NUMBER 400707, TYPE NUMBER 0111-02 CYLINDER, CRANKSHAFT AND ENGINE BASE GROUP " ! 66" 5:t-.--_ • .38 -...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR-MODEL NUMBER 917.255813 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON--MODEL NUMBER 400707, TYPE NUMBER 0111_02 CYLINDER, CRANKSHAFT ENGINE BASE GROUP PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 90576 Nut- Hex 8 - 32 222698 Key- Flywheel 280180 Grommet- Insulator 93585 Screw- Hex Hd.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.255813 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON--MODEL NUMBER 400707, TYPE NUMBER 0111-02 CLEANER CARBURETOR 48 \ - 40 -...
  • Page 41 REPA|R PARTS 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917,255813 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON--MODEL NUMBER 400707, TYPE NUMBER 0111-02 CLEANER CARBURETOR PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Knob - Air Cleaner 93853 212292 Bolt, Governor Lever Nut- Hex 261586 93715 Link- Governor 223002 Cover - Air Cleaner 394538 Ptate Assembly - Governor Control Element - Air Cleaner...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PART8 YT 14 TWIN YARD TRACTOR_MODEL NUMBER 917,255813 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON-_MODEL NUMBER 400707, TYPE NUMBER 0111-02 ALTERNATOR AND STARTER MOTOR GROUP 32 31 - 42...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PART8 YT 14 TWIN "YARD TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917,255813 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON--MODEL NUMBER 400707, TYPE NUMBER 0111-02 ALTERNATOR STARTER MOTOR GROUP PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 222849 Cover - Air Guide Screw - Sem 93805 396865 Starter Drive Group (tnc Key No's. 33, 222673 Screen - Flush Rotating Nut _ Hex...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES _44-...
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  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH LINE OR TREE 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°);...
  • Page 48 OWNERS YT 14 TWIN MANUAL 5 SPEED YARD TRACTOR MODEL NO. The Model Number' wilt be found on the Model Plate attached to the Fender, Always mention the Model Number when re- 917.255813 questing service or parts for your Yard Tractor. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Service...

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