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Sears 917.255561 Owner's Manual

12.0 hp ic electric start 38" mower deck 5 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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SEA/R $
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety
Rules
and lnstruct=ons
Before
Operating
This
Equipment
®
12o0 HP WC
ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER DECK
5 SPESD TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
° Assembly
o Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
oService and Adjustment
oRepair Parts
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Sears, Roebuck
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  • Page 1 SEA/R $ OWNER'S MANUAL Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and lnstruct=ons Before Operating This Equipment Sears, Roebuck , i i ii 12o0 HP WC ELECTRIC START 38" MOWER DECK 5 SPESD TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR ° Assembly o Operation •...
  • Page 2 Safe Operation IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FA_LURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS iNJU RY OR DEATH, GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow ail instructions and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 3 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase tractor, tt has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability performance, Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact )/our nearest Center/DepartmenL We nave competent, technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.
  • Page 4 SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ... 3, 14-17 WARRANTY ... TABLE OF CONTENTS ... INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY INDEX Accessories ... Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... 23 Mower Front-To-Back ...19 Side-To-Side ... 19 Throttle Control Cabie ... 23 Air Filter, Engine ...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCE$$ORUSS AND ATTACH , ,, ,i,,,i,,,i Those accessories and attachments were available when the tractor was purchased. They are also available at most Soars retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these ffems for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER...
  • Page 6 ..,_,,,., ... CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size ,,i,,,, i 1,1,, , ,,i ..© (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (!) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (t) Lock Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x '1-3/16x I2 Gauge (2) Hex Boits 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 114-20 (2) Lock Washers...
  • Page 7 . ii,.i, i1,, Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with except on of those parts left unassembled for shippfng purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware the correct tools as necessary to insure their proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier+ Standard...
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) i llll i,. , i ,, i ,m i ,t=_,,,, CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield, Wash hands or clothing Immediately if accldentallyln contact with battery actd. Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acld are explosive.
  • Page 9 iNSTALL BA3"TEF Y (See Figs. 4 & 5) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- metal bracelets, wristwatch nals. Before installing battery, remove rings, etc, Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking tal grounding. Lift seat to raised position. •...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious controls and adjustments, this manual for future reference, LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/C HOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PARKING Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute° THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and...
  • Page 11 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage. your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. mask for over the spectacles Catalog stores° HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.

  • Page 12: Carburetor

    TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut.
  • Page 13 TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wilt take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine_ • Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake°...
  • Page 14 CUSTOMSR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FiLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals CheckTransmisston Cooling Adjust BIade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Ddve Belt(s) Tension Check Engine _Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter...
  • Page 15 "11 nl CUSTOMER 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, than brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in Service and Adjustments section of this manua0_ TIRES •...
  • Page 16 ¢USTO BATTERY (See Fig. 12) Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend it's life. • Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even with bottoms of vent wells.
  • Page 17 AIR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter° Clean the foam pro-cleaner element after every 25 hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty conditions, •...
  • Page 18 SERVNCE AN .._==H..u= ...11.. CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ° Depress clutch/brake Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" Place attachment 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 19: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE AN TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower' while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3). If tires are over or under inflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 20 SERVHCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig. 22) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on the mower housing.
  • Page 21 • SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS I,nm, , ,=l TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- section of this manual ingwheelandreassembteperinstructionsintheAssembly FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toeqn or camber, contact your nearest authorized...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 27) Replace with 30 amp automotive-type fuse holder is iocated in the engine compartment, directly in front of the dash_ FIG. 27 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood,' • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AN ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 29) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 24: Cleaning

    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 CAUTION: Never store the tractor with or spark.
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTmNG POmNTS CAUSE PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not"CHOKED" properly. Engine ftooded. Bad spark plug_ Dirty air filter, Dirty fuel fitter. Water in fuel Loose or damaged wi_ng,, Carburetor Engine valves out of adjustment. i ... Hard to start Dirty air filter.
  • Page 26 .ll."...n..u ... TROUBLESHOOTBNG PROBLEM CAUSE i... Engine conUnues to run Faulty operator-safety when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn, bent orloose blade, Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
  • Page 27 12 HP 38" TRACTOR SCHEMATIC WHITE IGNITION SWITCH CLUTC_BRAKE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHT-. IGNITION SWITCH NESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WiTH ENGINE SPEED.
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR ELECTRICAL = - MODEL NUMBER 917.255561...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches - - MODEL NUMBER DESCRIPTION t21265X Battery STD365402 Switch, Ignition 124211X Nut, Ignition 132017 Harness, Ignition 4207J Cabte, Ground 132202 Cable, Battery 4799J Cable, Battery 129965...
  • Page 30 REPAURPARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255581 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES lo _'._...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches -= MODEL NUMBER DESCRIPTION 135034 Chassis Assembly 127866 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., Rol!. 3t8-16 x 3/4 STD523707 Bolt, Hex, Fin. 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-'16 UNC...
  • Page 32 REPAUR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR DRIVE 75 74 = = MODEL NUMBER _:::_ 39 _ < 19 _)60_ 917.255561 _.,...64 :7 36 @ 33...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 120897X Transaxle, Dana, 5 Speed, Model Number 4360-06 110422X Spring, Brake Return, Transaxle 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 R}ng, Retainer 121520X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Hex Head, Thd. Roll. 5/16-18 x 3/4 106919X Plate, Shift...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NOo NO, NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER DESCRIPTION 133741 Steering Wheel 131450 Axle Assembly, Front 135227 Spindle Assembly, LH 135228 Spindle Assembly, RH 6266H Bearing, Thrust 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-t/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12/436 Seat 126656X Bracket, Pivot, Seat STD523707 Boit, Hex, Fin. 3t8-16 UNC x 3/4 19131210 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge 2751R Clip, Fuel Line STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 124181X Spring, Seat...
  • Page 37 KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 108456X Decal, Operating Instruction 126685X Decal, 12 HP IC, B&S, Engine 124490X Decal, Craftsman, Hood, RH 124489X Decal, Craftsman, Hood, LH 132674 Decal, LT4000, Craftsman, Grill 133644 Decal, Maintenance 136329 Decal, 12 HP IC, Side Panel...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR OPTIONAL Spark Arrester =,,i ,,, ,,,= _26_17_35 .. - MODEL NUMBER ,.=,,, ,,,,,,,,,.,, i ]1 EQUIPMENT _12_17_ 917.255561...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR ENGINE KEY PART NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255561 DESCRIPTION 132759 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting t/4-20 x 5/8 131951 Engine, Briggs and Stratton, 12HP IC, Model Number 283707, Type Number 0217-01 1256t0X Muffler, Exhaust 101326L...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255561 38" MOWER...
  • Page 41 REPAnR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255561 38" MOWER KEY PART DESCRIPTION 129365 Mower Housing Assembly STD541431 Nut, Crownlock STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 7631J Runner, LH It0485X Ball Bearing, Mandrel 128774 Mandrel Housing, Vented 129895 Ball Bearing '133172...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE .- MODEL NUMBER - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-06 ® 917.255561 iO 51 43*52 71 72...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 120458X Housing, Upper 2274J Screw, Tapping, Large 1/4-20 x .734 68003 Ball, Detent 105904X Spring, Detent 105905X Screw, Set t20460X Shifter Assembly I20461X O-Ring 120462X * Washer, Plain .505 x °942 x .006 120463X...
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  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE 121 CARBURETOR !_'78 --'- MODEL NUMBER 917.255561 - MODEL NUMBER 283707, OVERHAUL KIT _634 © TYPE NUMBER 0217-01...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE Reference Number '_" 309 . M0t0rsnd Br{ggs & j Housing _enu_ctur_r Ddve Ass'v, . Slr_|l_n Lenalh _21/32" 394805 *includes Brash Sel "'Includes #398003 Clutch Assembly #280104 Geaz #4_0467 Retainer and Pin # 94288 Roll Pin - - MODEL NUMBER - MODEL...

  • Page 47: Installation

    REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 490450 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special Tools For Installation) 391086 * Seat, Oil 494240 Head, Cylinder 271866 * Gasket, Cylinder Head 391406 Breather Assembly 27803 * Gasket, Valve Cover 93394...

  • Page 48: Terminals

    REPAnR PARTS 12 HP 38" TRACTOR BRiGGS & STRATTON ENGINE KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 265 221535 Clamp, Casing 284 94419 Screw, Clamp Mounting 284A 94326 Screw, Air Cleaner 304 494269 Housing, Blower 305 94608 Screw, Sems, Blower Housing Mounting 306 224545 Shield, Cylinder 307 93949...
  • Page 49 i i ==l ==H=====H 'H='I =" H==' SERVICE NOTES HH H H' 'HHH=HHH=...
  • Page 50 SERVICE OTES l l,i,...
  • Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. greater than 15°), never across the face, Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or !oss of control, caution when changmg dnrectlon on slopes.
  • Page 52 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.255561 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S,A. :::::::::::::::::::::: i,=== 1 11i 135984 Rew2 06.09.92 12.0 HP lC ELECTRIC START 38" MOWER DEC 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTO Each tractor has its own model number, number The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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