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MODEL NUMBER 917.255462
OWNER'SMANUAL
Assembly
o Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
, Repair Parts
YM
O€onve_i_blle
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
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  • Page 1 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 OWNER'SMANUAL Assembly o Operation O€onve_i_blle Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments , Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. L_I I IIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII ..........
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDSAND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS,, FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator' is not alert to the and on the machine before starting, presence of children.
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor., It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 14 0 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance, GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 GUARTS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 4 ..........,,,,, ,, ,,, TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ......20=25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........28-29 WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........32-48 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORHE$ AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retailoutlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,. MAINTENANCE ENGINE BLADES BELTS SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK H'II'Ill Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Knob Mulcher Plate (1) Shoulder Bolt Steering 5/16-18 Wheel Battery (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 G& Steering Sleeve Owner's Manual ..Parts Bag....
  • Page 7 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...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment knob :_REPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan, lllllllllllllu/i i i qjjl • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder boll CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield, °...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before instal ling 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 i lllll ii ii ii illllll illl illlll illllllllllllllllll 1/ / illllllllllll TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs.7A & 7B) DISCHARGING • Install two latch hooks to rnu[cher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and wetd nut as shown. Simply remove rnulcher plate and store in a safe place.
  • Page 11 OPEBATmON illll KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments_ Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT THROTTLE/CHOKE...
  • Page 12 ,,,, iJlJl,l,l,i OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign 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 a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    OPERATION TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing ment lift control_ switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure free- the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged wifl wheel control is in freewheeling position°...
  • Page 14 OPERATION • When operating attachments, select a ground speed TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) that will suit the terrain and give best perforrnance of When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run the attachment being used.. out of fuel, itwill take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine°...
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSUBILITHES sc. oo. " mmw_,_,*_"_"_' ' "ll....!ll"l I '"' _"!I _'_,,u, ,,,';,,','_l,_,J,',"l'"'l"!'J ! '! "" AS YOU COMPLETE _)£,_ _4t,_. £x_ _'*_ _4_-' ._REGu R SERV, E ........... __ ....RV!OE DATES Check Brake Operation Check'nre P';e$_'ur'e ..
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • To checkblade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter TRACTOR steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer, (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ancer,) nance.
  • Page 17 CUSTOm' ER RESPONSl L THES ENGINE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of LUBRICATION operation and replace if necessary_ The belts are not adjustable, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear_ Only use high quality detergent oil rated with AP! service classification SG,, Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature..
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter_ Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating,, CIean with a wire brush tion or ever':/season.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILUT 11.,, i ii MUFFLER CLAMP inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage, SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS illlllll • Ill,, ......I,,I I Illllllll ill illllllll ill ill Illlllllll CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ,&. Depress clutcWbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. •...

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    iiilll iil,ii ,,, SERVmCE AND ADJUS 41ENT$ TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING To obtain the best cutting resuRs, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front isapproximately 1/4" to Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or 3/4"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ,llll,ll,= ill / , TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27) (See Fig. 26) Your tractor is equippedwith an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle, The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools_ Park the tractor on level surface..
  • Page 23 SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS i,,, i1,,i,1,,i TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 30) (See Figs. 28 & 29) "NEUTRAL" positionof the motion controllever has been Park the tractor on level surface Engage parkingbrake. preset at the factory and adjustment should not be neces- For ease of service, remove rear drawbar from chassis and sary., belt keeperfrom transmission inputpulley.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 32) If steering wheel crossbars are not honzontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ingwhee_and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER...

  • Page 25: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVBCE AND ADJ STMENTS ...U. lU = I J= TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ENGINE • Raise hood,, ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE ° Putl bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 34) gd& • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely The throttle control has been preset at the factory and back intothe hole in the backside of the grili, adjustment should notbe necessary,, Check adjuetment as...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ACCELERATION TEST - • Move throttle control lever from slow (,al) to fast (,_) position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) !/8 turn° Re_ peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT iS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 28 CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel, Filt fuel tank, Engine not "CHOKED" properly, See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section, 3_ Engine flooded, Wait severat minutes before attempting to start 4.. Bad spark plug, 4,, Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter, Clean/replace atr filter Dirty fuel filler.
  • Page 29 POINTS TROUBLESHOOTUNG CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system Check wiring, switches and connections If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch deparlment. engaged Poor - uneven Worn, bent or toose blade. I, Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Mower deck not level...
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES , ,,i,,,lll,ll ill ill...
  • Page 31 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 SCHEMATIC oli1o 0 ,0K BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE 30 AMP STARTER WHITE BLACK 1 d_dFF_#E t..IGNITION SWITCH ATTMENT CLUTCH - -i-PE-DAL=U#i'- SEAT SWITCH (CLUTCH OFF) ..(NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK 3L_, ;_ _, 0 O _' _LAc,<...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 ELECTRICAL _ 35 30 _...
  • Page 33 REPADR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917,255462 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 121537X Battery 140336 Bracket, InterlockSwitch 108236X Bracket, Clutch Switch 140074 Harness, Ignition 4207J Cable, Ground 4206J Cable, Battery 132202 Cable, Battery 129965 Battery Box t09596X Clamp, Hose 138406...
  • Page 34 _PAI_ PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR CHAssIS AND ENCLosuRES " " MODEL NUMBER 917.255462...
  • Page 35 REPARRPARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140341 Chassis STD541437 Plug Dome 137275 Drawbar 134014 Bracket, Support, Dash 17490612 Screw, Thd+, Roll+ 139915 Bolt 3/8+16 x 3/4 Type TT STD523710 Bolt 139887 Bracket Assembly,...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 DRIVE -..>...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 DRIVE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Washer Pump, Transaxte STD551062 121430X Pin, Roll Transaxle Assembfy STD571810 121431X Pulley, Idler, Flat 121323X Pump Resevoir 123674X Bolt Belt Keeper, Transaxle STD523727 126581X Spacer, Split...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION !21472X Steering Wheel 142033 Axle Assemby, Front 135227 Spindle Assemby, LH 135228 Spindle Assemby, RH 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 ENGINE O5 _16 Oa...
  • Page 41 PARTS REPAIR 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 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 No_ PS1452 137350 Muffler, Exhaust STD551031 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gar...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION Seat 127438X 72050411 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x t-3/8 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 134300 Spacer, Split Bolt STD523710 121250X Spring 19131210 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge 123976X Nut, Flangelock 1/4 Grade 5...
  • Page 43 Operating instruction 138955 Decal, Hood tnsert Hydro LT4000 138258 Decal Mower, 3 In One 133178 133179 Decal, Mower QC System Decal Hood, Craftsman, RH 138042 132266 Decal, Insert Strg Decal Hood, Craftsman, LH 138043 138047 Decal, Battery Decal Grille, Craftsman...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 MOWER DECK 14_115...
  • Page 45 REPAgR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION Roller Assembly, Cam Follower i40081 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 133940 Bolt, Shloulder #10-24 Grade 5 STD533107 Bolt 131340 Locknut 138017 Bracket Asm Fn Sway Bar...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 MOWER LIFT i!111...
  • Page 47 REPABR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 136971 Wire Asm. tnnerw/plunger 136968 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32X1X21Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon t25631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 HYDRO-GEAR PUMP ASSEMBLY- MODEL NUMBER BDU-10S OVERHAUL SEAL KIT PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 122756X Shaft, Pump 122723X * Seal, Lip 122716X * Ring, Retaining 127149X Black Kit, Cylinder 122745X Bearing, Ball 127151X...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 AGRI-FAB TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 121431X SELECTIVE SHELL DURINA-O GREASE (20 OZ.)
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 AGRI-FAB TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 121431X KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NOo NO. DESCRIPTION 123065X Housing, Half L.H 122614X Key, Hi-Pro 3/i6 x 5/8" Housing, Half R.H. 122666X Screw, Hex 1/4-20 x 1.50 122615X...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 ....BLOWE..OUSJ.G ..A.D BAFF 'LE_ i...." .... :: ...... @,_---s _"G_.E O 0.T.O'S j ..... ::..: ::::_ ..
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 AIR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 341 01 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover SM-0545010 Screw, Mounting M5 x 0.8 x 10 (12) 12 096 06...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 14-52 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER i .........._,.,. .,_'_'L_".._7...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12 853 26 Kit, Carburetor 12 318 02 Head, Cylinder (Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 6) 12 351 01...
  • Page 55 REPAUB PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 IGNITION t ELECTRICAL 01L PAN i LUBRICATION ..11 STARTING SYSTEM...
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255462 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV14S, TYPE NUMBER PS 1452 IGNITION t ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 12 086 14 Screw, Flywheel M10 x 1.5 x 4&8 Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block, 12 468 03 Washer, Flywheel...
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  • Page 60: Replacement

    MAIl <+ OWNER'S 14 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE HYDROSTATIC) AWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.255462 Each tractor has its own mode! number.+ Each engine has its own model number., The model number for your tractor wilt be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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