Sears 917.256543 manual

® MODEL NUMBER 917.256543 OWNER'S MANUAL ° Assembly ° Operation ° Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments o Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: t-800-659-5917 • ,, ,_,, ......[...]

SAFETY RULES _lb Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers ,_ IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT lN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the ma[...]

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance° Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service CentedDepartment° We have competent, weIF trained technicians and the[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15"19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................. . .[...]

AOOE$$OR! AND ATTACH ENTS i1,, ii1,,11 , i,, i i These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets 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. ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR[...]

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK u .................. Parts Bag contents shown full size (li Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 © (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 ___ (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 © © (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Locknut 5116-18 (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge © _ws #10 x 518 (2) Lock Washers #10 _(2)Washers (2) Weld[...]

,, ,, ,,,,,,,,,,ul,_ i,i ,,,,, i lit, ..... , , i .... i-, ASSE LY ..... ' , 1,1,, ii ................... ÁÁÁ,, 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 se[...]

Open battery box door for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware). o Inspection forcorrosion. o Testing battery. o Jumping (if required). o Periodic charging. DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS HEX HUT I LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK)CABLE FIG, 2 HE]( BOLT SEAT SEATPAN SHOULDER _ BOLT ADJUSTMENT L[...]

.......... i .......... ,,, ,......... _,,,_ .... illl, i, ,,ll,, LY ............... i ............................ I TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory° NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades.. T[...]

...................... ii ...ll .i..uu...., ...i. ii.... u OPERATION ...... i,u,, i , i , li, H These symbols may appear on your tractor' or in literature supplied with the product° Learn and understand their meaning_ BATTERY ENGINE ON ÷ CAUTION OR REVERSE WARNING ENGINE OFF OILPRESSURE FORWARD FAST SLOW CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOK[...]

OPERATION ii, ,i ,,,i, i,, "IIII''M"= '"111" '"111 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments_ Save .,this manual for future refer[...]

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. A!ways wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW' TO USE YOUR TRACTOR [...]

, ,i ii. ,i,,,,11,,,,,,,,11-,111,1 .... i.-m ............. OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. o Select desired height of cut o Lower mower with a[...]

..... i , , i ......... i, ,, iii ......... i,,,U-,lllll ........ i,,11,,,1111 ,, L ,i OPERATION i ...... ii ........................................... i, i ,11, i ............................. i,, TO START ENGIN _= (See Fig. 9) When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run f out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fue[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES , i,=,, ,,,,n,i, ,,, AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERWOE :YSERWCE DATES Check Brake Operation _ e,' Check Tire Pressure _" Check for Loose Fasteners R Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades Lubdcai;on Chart ......... V .............. T Check Bat!erY,,Leve!/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust B[...]

CUSTOM RESPONSIBIL ES 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, then brake must be adjusted. (See 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual)_ TIRES o Maintain proper[...]

..... i CUSTOMER RESPON$ BmLmTUE$ V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear_ TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling° ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high qua[...]

...... ...................................................... = , = ................. =,,,=,= ........................ _ CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILITiES CLEAN AiR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fi[...]

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig, 17) Replace the engine oil _ter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than !00 hours in one year,. o Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug). o Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter,1 = Apply[...]

..... i, ,........ iii .............. i SERVHCE AN ADJUSTMENTS i, ii1,,,,,,,i,1,,, ,,,11,1 ii i,i1,,,,i,,,,i,i, , i,r CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, o Turn ign[...]

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS , i,,i,,11 ,i,1,1,1 .......... _ ,,i,, ,, 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 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-S[...]

SERVUOE AN ADJUSTMENTS L ' i ........ i WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig, 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools, Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake° BELT REMOVAL - o Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this ma[...]

TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD- JUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 and 28) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift Iever is in the neutraf (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: ° Make sure transax}e is in neutrat (N),. ° Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod° • Tu[...]

AND ADJUSTMENTS POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL CABLES CHARGED BATTERY POSITIVE NEGATIVE TERMINAL TERMINAL FIG. 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB o Raise hood.. o Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. o Close hood.. mNTE[...]

SERVnCE AN ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary° Check adjustmentas described below before loosening cable_ If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: ,, With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow [_) to [...]

,,vJL ....... u,,,,,u,,,,,,, ,u .... i,Ul, ,i ..... i, STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wil! not be used for 30 days or' more_ CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before [...]

PROBLEM Wig not start = nn, m,n,,,= Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration TROUBLESHOOTBNG POINTS ,11 I .... ii,l,,l ..... i1,,,,i. , _ .............................................. i CAUSE 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properfy. 3 Engine floode& 4 Bad sparkplug 5 Dirty air[...]

PROBLEM L L I_ Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven ..... ==!=! -=H ,,= ,-i Mower blades will not rotate .... ,, ,,,,,,,, ,, ,, Poor' grass discharge Headlight{s) not working (if so equipped) =, =,= "HH=' Battery will not charge Engine "back-fires" when turning e[...]