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MODEL NUMBER 917.254850
OWNER'S MANUAL
Assembly
• Operation
• Customer
Responsibilities
oService
oAdjustments
o Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment

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  • Page 1 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 OWNER'S MANUAL Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities oService oAdjustments o Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECT& FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.. •...
  • Page 3 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECIF CATIONS Tractor,, It has been designed, engineered and manu- factured to give you the best possible dependability HORSEPOWER: performance, Should you experience any problem you cannot easily GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR remedy,...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............:I 1.14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 27-28 INDEX ............. ;...... 4 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ATTACHMENTS BESA ACCESSO - ........,i,,, i ,,11 ....These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor 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 ENGINE MAINTENANCE STABILIZER...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK .... i ..i..II'_lL'L'l' '1 Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ....,,,, .._ ...r, ... ,..© (2) Sheet Seat Metal Battery acid Screws #10-16 x 1/2 Mulcher Plate Steering...
  • Page 7 ASSEM 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 their proper tightness.
  • Page 8 i ..i .. ill....ii iill...lll ,, ,.I.IHlll HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder' bolt., CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY iNSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. Lift seat to raised position °...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTALL IVlULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 7A & TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARG- Install two latch hooks, to mulcher 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 NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by insert-...
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswithyour tractorto familiarize yourself with the locations of variouscontrolsand adjustmentso Save this manual for future reference° ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE!CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER...
  • Page 12 The operation of any tractor can result in fo reign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses 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 Sears Retail or Catalog stores..

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    OPERATUON TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) ° To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.. Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing Make all turns slowly.. switch° Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the mower clutch engaged wilt shut off the engine.
  • Page 14 OPERATI ON If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run pings.
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER ESPO LUTIlES ..Check Brake Operaiion ..............6# 4 Check Tire Pressure 6# 4 Check for Loose Fasteners 6# 4 J ..i ..i i ..ShaipeniReplace Mowei Blades i .._#'4 ......Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge v" Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt{s) Tension...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER ESPONS BJLITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Always observe safety riJleswhen performing any mainte- nance,. unbalanced blade wilt cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding BRAKE OPERATION...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPO ]LDTnES BATT'_RY (See Fig. 15) ENGmNE Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use., However, periodic charging of the battery LUBRICATION with an automotive charger will extend it's life,, Onty use high quality detergent oil rated with API service •...
  • Page 18 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. !6) AIR FILTER (See Fig.16) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Your engine will not run propedy using a dirty air filer. All ol must meet API service classification SG Clean the foam pre-cteaner element after every25 hours of operation or every season., Service paper cartridge every •...
  • Page 19 CUSTO ILmES MUFFLER ENGUNE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage_ year.
  • Page 20 SERVUCE AN ADJUSTMENTS =;_..........,,,, ..CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutci_Jbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    SERVtCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs_ 22 and 23) _ IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE, Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or FOLLOWING FRONT-TO*BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway° Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 24) 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, BELT REMOVAL - NUT "A"...
  • Page 23 SERVDCE A D ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 28) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual..
  • Page 24 SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ,,i, u i _ , ii i,ll ,........ TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 29) TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ° Raise hood,, Raise hood° Unsnap headlight wire connector,, ° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grJ{io Stand in front of tractor,, Grasp hood at sides, tint...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGRNE ACCELERATION TEST - Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST" TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position,, If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) t/8 turn° Re- (See Fig. 30) peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until...

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wild not be used for 30 days or mO re. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor' with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 27 TROU LESHOOTING POUNTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Fill fuel tank Out of fuel Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section, Engine not "CHOKED" properly Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Engine flooded Replace spark plug, Bad spark plug Clean/replace air filter, Dirty air filter...
  • Page 28 TIROUBLESHOOT G POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system Check wiring, switches and connections if not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department engaged Poor cut - uneven 1., Worn, bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt...

  • Page 29: Schematic

    14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 SCHEMATIC o111o BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP, STARTER WHIT BLACK CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) -22_ SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) ----4---- BLACK ATT'MENT CLUTCH GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR BLACK ,GNmON_ SPARK @ UNIT PLUG BLUE...
  • Page 30 REPAURPARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 ELECTRICAL "...
  • Page 31 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 74760412 STD551025 Wasi_er STD551125 Washer STD541025 109310X Key lgn Molded Craftsman 108824X Fuse 30 Amp Auto Green Tube Plastic 12" 109238X 123620X Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text Sit t10712X Switch Light BIk BIk Red...
  • Page 32 REPAmRPARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt 105465X459 Footrest Pnt Lh 105464X459 Footrest Pnt Rh (dover Gray) STD533707 Bolt STD541437 105466X Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman 134774 Bracket, Assembly, Pivot L°Ho 134775 Bracket, Assembly, Pivot R,H. STD533707 Bolt Carriage 3/8o16 x 3/4 STD541437...
  • Page 34 REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254850 DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137363 Transaxie 6 sp,, Dana 4360-48 STD523715 Bolt 110422X Spring Extension Brake STD541437 123666X PulleyTransaxle 18 tires STD551037 Washer 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 105710X Link Clutch 7 66 12t520X...
  • Page 36 REPAMRPARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 STEERING ASSEMBLY . 25 .'tR...
  • Page 37 IREPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 12t472X Wheel Steering 133988 Axle Asm Front 135227 Spindle Asm Lh 135228 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...

  • Page 38: Fuel

    14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 127438X Seat V-450 BIk/red Craftsman 13430O Spacer Split 28 X 88 Zinc ! 26656X t21250X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk) Spring Gprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Bolt STD523707...
  • Page 39 PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 136794 Decal Instruction Operat Eng 109199X Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E 138137 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman Lt4000 131473 Decal Chassis 6sp 42" 128382 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman Lt4000 136832 Decal V-belt Schematic 42"eng 132674 Decal Grille Lt4000 Craft Usa...
  • Page 40 REIPAHR PARTS 14 HP 42" "TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUM_R 917.254850 ENGINE Spark Arrester ..i......

  • Page 41: Type

    REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132760 Controt Throt Ch Rh BIk Pdl 22 60 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 17720410 13751O Engine, Model No. LT14S, Type No. PS1452 STD551131 Washer Lock HW Hlcl Spr 5/16 STD523105 Bolt Hexhd 5/16_18xl/2 137350...
  • Page 42 REPABFI PARTS 14 PiP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 42" MOWER DECK 78 79...
  • Page 43 REPASR PARTS !4 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 42" MowER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Spring Retainer 1 Zinc/cad 138024 Mower Housing 4497H Screw Hex Thd Cut 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 17720410 1/4-20 x 5/8 T 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 131335 Spring Extension 138017...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUr_BER 917.254850 LiFT 25 24...
  • Page 45 REPAHR PARTS '14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 LiFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger 122507X Shaft Asm, Lift 105767X Pin Groove STD581062 E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga. 19211621 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUME_ER 917.254850 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48 ti = 45" ///6/4 6869 12`3...
  • Page 47 REPA6R PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 138248 Housing, Upper 105928X Sprocket, 9 Teeth 2274J Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 110084X Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 1/4-20 x .734 !34394 * Assembly, Kit, Shim...
  • Page 48 REPAUR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS1452 i, :1 iillll ,,, ,,,,,,,, ..BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES AIR INTAKE ... ENGINE CONTROLS • _lu ii, 'L' ..... CRANK'S'HAFT I..
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS1452 AIR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION SM-0545010 12 341 01 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover Screw, Mounting M5 x 0°8 x 10 (12) 12 096 06 12 146 07...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS1452 FUEL SYSTEM _-_8 21--_ 29 27 CYLINDER HEAD, VAvLE BREATHER L _'1 _._..,_ "">_Y'''---_"_ -'21 r" ) /!4 _^ _ \_ -""10 "_.
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS1452 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 853 26 12 318 02 Kit, Carburetor Head, Cylinder...
  • Page 52 REPAaR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254850 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV14S TYPE NUMBER PS1452 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION GNtTION 1 ELECTRICAL _--lo ,,_11,J, ,,, i_ ,,ll:lllll,l,,U i ,Jl,,,, :, STARTING SYSTEM...
  • Page 53 REPABR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.254850 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS1452 IGNITION / ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 086 14 Screw, Fiywheel MIO x 1 5 x 45°8 Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block, 12 468 03 Washer, Flywheel...

  • Page 55: Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. iilit _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ....ii] _ greater than 15°), never across...

  • Page 56: Plate

    ® OWNER'S 14.0 HP ELECTRIC START MANUAL 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE 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 model plate located under the seat,, 917.254850 The model number for your engine will be found on the...

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