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Craftsman 917.255160 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.255160 Owner's Manual

12.0 hp ohv electric start 38" mower deck 5 speed transaxle
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.255160
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety
Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
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12.0 HP OHV
ELECTRmC START
38" MOWER DECK
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
o Assembay
, Operation
- Customer
ResponsibiUitDes
o Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
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  • Page 1 ,H =1=1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.255160 ® 12.0 HP OHV Caution: ELECTRmC START Read and follow all Safety Rules 38" MOWER DECK and Instructions 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE Before Operating This Equipment LAWN TRACTOR o Assembay , Operation - Customer ResponsibiUitDes o Service and Adjustment Repair Parts...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATING HANDSAND FEE]" AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE TH E FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTIONS COULD R ESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION i11. CHILDREN Road, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor° it has been designed, engineered and manu- factured to give you the best possible dependability HORSEPOWER: 12.0 performance_ Should you experience any problem youcannot easily GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS remedy, please contact your nearest...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............10-13 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ......14-17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ........ SERVICE AND ADJ USTMENTS ......18-23 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 25-26 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........INDEX ................REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ....

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AN ATTACHMENTS i, ii ,,,i, ....i iii1,11 These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outIets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor° ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 ......I'M'UUU " I ... II U I= ....CONTENTS PACK ....inn n .......... i' i i,l,,u, j[i,ii,,u,,, i nlnnl ii n i, IIInUIIlU ......Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size ii, ii iiiii ii iii iiiiii1,1,1...
  • Page 7 ....i , i i ,_,u,,.i,,.,_,_,Li,, ,= ....' ' I''""1 ..I' "11 .._;;;,;_,;,;,,;_,,;,_ Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposeso 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.
  • Page 8 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. Assemble adjustment bolt, tockwasher and flat washer Wash hands or clothing immediately if loosely...
  • Page 9 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, , , p, ,I,.IIH ....
  • Page 10 i • i, i ........i,, ii, ,.i,i, ,, i,,,ll ..,i,,,i,, ,i,,._,.,,,,,,, ............OPEFIATJON ..u ii....ii..iiiUll IIi IIMIIII iiuiiill i i IIll IIll U I i I i ,r,, KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES...
  • Page 11 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 wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available...

  • Page 12: Carburetor

    OPERATIC _,,i ,,, ,................'....• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch!brake TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking Your' unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing brake. switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and be sure you have the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart...
  • Page 13 OPERATUO Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) that has been cut° Have the cut area to the right of When starting engine for the first time or if engine has the machine. This will result in a more even distri- run out of fue!, it will take extra cranking time to move bution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
  • Page 14 CUSTO RESPO i..,,,,,,....... ,,,,,,,, ,,, ,, ,,,,, ..MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _'___o_ _" FILL IN DATES /_.,_ _/,_t. _,_" As COMPLETE , REGULAR SERVICE ._'_4_'#'SERVIC E DATE S Check B,_ake Operation 6# # ..Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sha'penlReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart ¢...
  • Page 15 ..,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ..i ,,, i1,1,,i,ii1,¸,,111 ,r,,r,,r,,,L CUSTOME BILITIES ; ,,;,;,,;,,,, ....i ..,..... TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- _"_ MANDREL nance, BRAKE OPERATION If unit requires more than six (6) feet stoppingdistance high speed in highest gear, than brake mustbe adjusted° (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 16 ENGINE BATTERY (See Fig. 12) Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient LUBR|CATtON for normal use,, However', periodic charging of the battery Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service with an automotive charger will extend it's life_ classification Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even...
  • Page 17 i ..i i i i i,,,i,i,,,,,,,,,,,11, i..i,i, CUSTOM PONSU i , i ..i,i1,11 ...., i, i, I, • Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent entry of dirt. Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing ENGINE OIL FILLER off engine.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS i=,l,,,,ll,,i ..IN CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJusTMENTS; Depress clutch/brake 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, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug,...

  • Page 19: Side-To-Side

    i,i i,, i ii iiiii ,,i,,11i,,ll,ll,llll,i ii1,1,,11 ADJUSTMENTS RVICE AND TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) - Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See THE FOLLOWING...
  • Page 20 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (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. BELT REMOVAL Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"...
  • Page 21 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 26) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steer- CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assemb y section of this manual°...
  • Page 22 MI= ....= == : ....I,=, 'l ,H= ii ,,H, = H,,,= ,,=..SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS i= ....=,======= , ===,=, H==r=i=l,,,=, ==,,==lli= ,,,11= TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 28) TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 27) Raise hood. Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.
  • Page 23 , i , i, ,,11,, ..SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ..i, ,,1111,, i iiii,,=111 ..i,, i,, i1,,, ACCELERATION TEST - ENGIINE • Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST" TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn high speed (See Fig.

  • Page 24: Cleaning

    ..i,,i,,,i illlll ,,,,, ,i,, =l......ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor'for storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit will not be used for30 days or more.. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM illl ill illl u,, DEPOSITS FROM...

  • Page 25: Air Filter

    i, u'ln'l' ..TROUBLESHOOTUNG POINTS ....i,,,i,,,,,,,,i ,U,,l CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Fi{i fuel tank. Will not start Outoftuel See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine not "CHOKED" properly Wait several minutes before attempting to start Engine flooded. Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Clean/replace air filter.

  • Page 26: Seat

    CORRECTION ,,=Nil Checkwittng, switches and connections, ff not Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat corrected, contact a Sears Service Center/Department. with attachment clutch engaged Poor CUt_uneven 1o Worn. bent or loose blade Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt Mower deck not level Level mower deck.

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