Sears 917.252714 manual

® MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts OWNER'S MANUAL ® Convertible CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 Ill .............[...]

SAFETY RULES 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 IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine b[...]

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 Service Cen- ter/Department. We have competent, well-trained tech- nicians and the proper [...]

II II i I I I I i I Ii TABLE OF CONTENTS II ill SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 17-20 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......[...]

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 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 SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE BLADES BELTS[...]

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK i Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Shoulder Bolt O (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 (2) Lock Washe[...]

ASSEMBLY 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 A socket wre[...]

i i i ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) i CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. • Lift hood to raised position. • Open terminal access doors, remove terminal prote[...]

ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be p[...]

ASSEMBLY i INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. • P[...]

OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED R H L REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW P[...]

OPERATION 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 reference. CHOKE CONTRC _L THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT SWITCH AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IGN[...]

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 over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC[...]

OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) 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 clutchengaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control. • Start mower blades by engaging[...]

OPERATION ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING[...]

OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See'q'O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. • Drive so that clip[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE j_ _q_e.qye_I_SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation If If Check Tire Pressure V' t Check for Loose Fasteners I_ R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades M_'4 _ Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals V p a Check Transaxle Cooling if Adjust Blade Belt(s) T[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRANSAXLE COOLING The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings a[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. SERVICE CARTRIDGE Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis- lod[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: i Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have [...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) • R[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pull[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Disconnect clutch wire harness. • Remove clutch[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT 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. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your [...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • 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. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop runnin[...]

i SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 33 and 34) 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: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fas[...]

STORAGE 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. 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 storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor f[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Ca[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM i Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ d[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 r I I HEADLIGHT ___ SWITCH (OFF) HEADLIGHTS IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT OFF M + G ON B+L START B + S + L • © NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR W[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 ELECTRICAL 24 9 7 42 41 19 33 - // I1 ) 25 _ _ ............... 51 50 4O 12 29 55 45 i / 28 32[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 146140 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 3 STD551025 Washer 4 STD551125 Washer 6 STD541025 Nut 7 7697J Tube, Plastic 8 7603J Tray, Battery 9 109596X Clamp, Hose 10 145211 Bolt 11 145209 Holddown Battery Dash Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon 1/4 19 S[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 30 119 87 36 17 29 i 26 47 31 9O 125 71 115 26 0 _ 36 66 25 26 120 121 122 ...._ 44 117 114 6 3 3 3 33 10 123 73 26 100 28 86 13----. 114 3 3 34[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 145501 Chassis 2 140356 Drawbar 3 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT 6 145206 Saddle 7 145351 Heat Shield 8 126471X Clip Insulator 9 145203 Dash, Plastic 10 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 145218 Panel, Dash, LH 13 145217 Panel,[...]

REPAIR PARTS DRIVE TRACTOR .. MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 33 23 98 30 61 0 26 47 i 53 i 100 % 91 16 84100 77 24 22 105 100 26 106 55 36[...]

REPAIR PARTS DRIVE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 150071 2 142431 3 143995 8 141002 9 137140 10 76020416 15 74490544 16 73800500 17 126197X 18 74780616 19 73800600 20 71170768 21 130564 22 145627 23 137141 24 73350600 25 106888X 26 19131316 27 76020412 28 145204 29 124236X 30 130807 31 127275X 32 74760512 33 STD533107 34 1490[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 STEERING ASSEMBLY 62 / 8 b - ";"-----_ 3e ! - --2__-CCC - - ' / _ ""-"---1 ...... _ .... / ! b!-, ' ,_-_--_ 42 i 17 27_ S 11 12 47 i 10 16 33 34 35 46 38[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 121472X 2 142033 3 135227 4 135228 5 6266H 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366R 10 130468 11 STD551137 12 73610600 13 110438X 14 74011056 15 73901000 16 132624 17 128758 18 57079 19 124035X 20 126684X 21 STD551125 22 71100400 23 127501 24 109816X 25 [...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 ENGINE 6 32 31 40 33 39 41 14 81 17 34 37 13 I 10 17 5 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 1 24 40[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,252714 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 132755 2 17720410 3 141948 4 149723 5 136215 6 136216 7 138129 10 145552 11 STD551131 12 74570512 13 ........ 14 13280336 15 13200300 16 11050600 17 17490624 23 128953 24 STD601005 25 138672 26 STD551237 29 137180 31 141069 32 123549X 33 123487X 34 106082X 37 8543[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 SEAT ASSEMBLY 4 10 i /, 25 17 12 18 28__ 28 / 6 / 21 J / /j _j J I j I "4" / f'"I / "" /' _4-.I ' / , 1.1.- . i J KEY NO. 1 2 5 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 PART NO. 140123 140551 145006 STD541437 124181X 140552 120068X 121246X 121248X 72050411 134300 DESCRIPTION Seat[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 DECALS 15 22 18 6 3 16 7 8 13 / 11 19 16 7 4 1; 10 2O 14 17 23 KEY PART NO. NO. 24 25 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 138955 2 149516 Decal. 3 146705 Decal. 4 146706 Decal. 5 146708 Decal. 6 133644 Decal 7 142243 Decal 8 138048 Decal 9 146709 Decal 10 137537 Decal 11 4900J Decal 12 150333 D[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER LIFT 28 27 26 41 35 37 38 4 12 5 6 13 19 13 .-...-........-_ 3:1 32 22 21 24 23 30 3 6 7 8 5 4 20 15 __ 1617 18 2'_ 15 44[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 136971 2 136968 3 138284 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 122365X 10 122512X 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939M 15 127218 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73800800 19 139868 20 3146R 21 19151216 22 12000037 23 110807X 24 19131016 25 137150 26 76020308 27 137167 2[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER DECK 68 32 31 17 35 102 103 *_"'- 104 105 _ j_ 106" 105 106 113 111 _j116 _ .114 118 _ 125 4 6 19_ ! 2 113 21 22 _116 24 25 26 46[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144393 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 38 132823 2 STD533107 Bolt 40 STD541437 3 138017 Bracket Asm Ft. Sway Bar 44 140088 4 138440 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 46 137729 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 54 133943 6 130832 Arm, Susp[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 58 23 19 34 26 28 59 I 30 14 4 5 3 48 11 113 _ 24 36 35[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 2 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 Differential Assembly 3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 4 142928 Ring, Wire Ret[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE J 1 Oq5 _11 _12 18 114 15 16 I 4 BAFFLES AND SHROUD I f / 8 7 / 6 _5 % / 4 9 2 3 BREATHER AND VENT I 10 4 50[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 X-276-7 Wing Nut 1/4-20 2 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube (Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4) 3 52 096 35 Cover, Air Cleaner 4 52 123 21 Tube, Air Intake 5 231032 Seal, Element Cover 6 52 082 04 Cover, Air Cleane[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE, , I 19-- 4 3 ] CARBURETOR [ 9 9 / % 7 14 13 12 6 8 10 J 13 " 12 / 5 16 --34 @_ 35 _--- 36 19 52[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE 15 25 041 06 16 X-77-2 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 17 232867 NO. NO. 18 ×-67-62 1 X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 19 25 086 27 2 52 468 12 Washer, Flat 5/16 (12) 20 25 146 03 3 82 755 16 Kit, #1 Cylinder Barrel 21 52 144 24 (Includes Key Numbers[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 i i CRANKSHAFT J i ELECTRIC STARTE R,I 1 i DIPSTICK I i i | _e 9 o-,, f S _6 7 8 @ Q --6 CYLINDER HEAD I EXHAUST I jl 4 54[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 3 52 086 11 4 52 041 14 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 52 014 93 2 52 468 03 52 468 04 52 468 05 Crankshaft Washer, Thrust .119/.122 (A.R.) Washer, Thrust . 128/. 131 Washer, Thrust .137/.140 (A.R.) Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8 (3) Gasket, Exhaus[...]

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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.252714 IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-FON-PART (1-800-366-7278) FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 ® 18 H[...]

® MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts OWNER'S MANUAL ® Convertible CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 Ill .............[...]

SAFETY RULES 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 IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine b[...]

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 Service Cen- ter/Department. We have competent, well-trained tech- nicians and the proper [...]

II II i I I I I i I Ii TABLE OF CONTENTS II ill SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 17-20 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......[...]

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 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 SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE BLADES BELTS[...]

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK i Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Shoulder Bolt O (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 (2) Lock Washe[...]

ASSEMBLY 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 A socket wre[...]

i i i ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) i CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. • Lift hood to raised position. • Open terminal access doors, remove terminal prote[...]

ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be p[...]

ASSEMBLY i INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. • P[...]

OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED R H L REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW P[...]

OPERATION 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 reference. CHOKE CONTRC _L THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT SWITCH AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH IGN[...]

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 over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC[...]

OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) 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 clutchengaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control. • Start mower blades by engaging[...]

OPERATION ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING[...]

OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See'q'O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. • Drive so that clip[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE j_ _q_e.qye_I_SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation If If Check Tire Pressure V' t Check for Loose Fasteners I_ R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades M_'4 _ Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals V p a Check Transaxle Cooling if Adjust Blade Belt(s) T[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRANSAXLE COOLING The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings a[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. SERVICE CARTRIDGE Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis- lod[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: i Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have [...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) • R[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pull[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Disconnect clutch wire harness. • Remove clutch[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT 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. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your [...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • 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. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop runnin[...]

i SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 33 and 34) 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: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fas[...]

STORAGE 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. 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 storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor f[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Ca[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM i Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ d[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 r I I HEADLIGHT ___ SWITCH (OFF) HEADLIGHTS IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT OFF M + G ON B+L START B + S + L • © NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR W[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 ELECTRICAL 24 9 7 42 41 19 33 - // I1 ) 25 _ _ ............... 51 50 4O 12 29 55 45 i / 28 32[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 146140 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 3 STD551025 Washer 4 STD551125 Washer 6 STD541025 Nut 7 7697J Tube, Plastic 8 7603J Tray, Battery 9 109596X Clamp, Hose 10 145211 Bolt 11 145209 Holddown Battery Dash Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon 1/4 19 S[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 30 119 87 36 17 29 i 26 47 31 9O 125 71 115 26 0 _ 36 66 25 26 120 121 122 ...._ 44 117 114 6 3 3 3 33 10 123 73 26 100 28 86 13----. 114 3 3 34[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 145501 Chassis 2 140356 Drawbar 3 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT 6 145206 Saddle 7 145351 Heat Shield 8 126471X Clip Insulator 9 145203 Dash, Plastic 10 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 145218 Panel, Dash, LH 13 145217 Panel,[...]

REPAIR PARTS DRIVE TRACTOR .. MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 33 23 98 30 61 0 26 47 i 53 i 100 % 91 16 84100 77 24 22 105 100 26 106 55 36[...]

REPAIR PARTS DRIVE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 150071 2 142431 3 143995 8 141002 9 137140 10 76020416 15 74490544 16 73800500 17 126197X 18 74780616 19 73800600 20 71170768 21 130564 22 145627 23 137141 24 73350600 25 106888X 26 19131316 27 76020412 28 145204 29 124236X 30 130807 31 127275X 32 74760512 33 STD533107 34 1490[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 STEERING ASSEMBLY 62 / 8 b - ";"-----_ 3e ! - --2__-CCC - - ' / _ ""-"---1 ...... _ .... / ! b!-, ' ,_-_--_ 42 i 17 27_ S 11 12 47 i 10 16 33 34 35 46 38[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 121472X 2 142033 3 135227 4 135228 5 6266H 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366R 10 130468 11 STD551137 12 73610600 13 110438X 14 74011056 15 73901000 16 132624 17 128758 18 57079 19 124035X 20 126684X 21 STD551125 22 71100400 23 127501 24 109816X 25 [...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 ENGINE 6 32 31 40 33 39 41 14 81 17 34 37 13 I 10 17 5 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 1 24 40[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,252714 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 132755 2 17720410 3 141948 4 149723 5 136215 6 136216 7 138129 10 145552 11 STD551131 12 74570512 13 ........ 14 13280336 15 13200300 16 11050600 17 17490624 23 128953 24 STD601005 25 138672 26 STD551237 29 137180 31 141069 32 123549X 33 123487X 34 106082X 37 8543[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 SEAT ASSEMBLY 4 10 i /, 25 17 12 18 28__ 28 / 6 / 21 J / /j _j J I j I "4" / f'"I / "" /' _4-.I ' / , 1.1.- . i J KEY NO. 1 2 5 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 PART NO. 140123 140551 145006 STD541437 124181X 140552 120068X 121246X 121248X 72050411 134300 DESCRIPTION Seat[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 DECALS 15 22 18 6 3 16 7 8 13 / 11 19 16 7 4 1; 10 2O 14 17 23 KEY PART NO. NO. 24 25 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 138955 2 149516 Decal. 3 146705 Decal. 4 146706 Decal. 5 146708 Decal. 6 133644 Decal 7 142243 Decal 8 138048 Decal 9 146709 Decal 10 137537 Decal 11 4900J Decal 12 150333 D[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER LIFT 28 27 26 41 35 37 38 4 12 5 6 13 19 13 .-...-........-_ 3:1 32 22 21 24 23 30 3 6 7 8 5 4 20 15 __ 1617 18 2'_ 15 44[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 136971 2 136968 3 138284 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 122365X 10 122512X 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939M 15 127218 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73800800 19 139868 20 3146R 21 19151216 22 12000037 23 110807X 24 19131016 25 137150 26 76020308 27 137167 2[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER DECK 68 32 31 17 35 102 103 *_"'- 104 105 _ j_ 106" 105 106 113 111 _j116 _ .114 118 _ 125 4 6 19_ ! 2 113 21 22 _116 24 25 26 46[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144393 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 38 132823 2 STD533107 Bolt 40 STD541437 3 138017 Bracket Asm Ft. Sway Bar 44 140088 4 138440 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 46 137729 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 54 133943 6 130832 Arm, Susp[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 58 23 19 34 26 28 59 I 30 14 4 5 3 48 11 113 _ 24 36 35[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 2 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 Differential Assembly 3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 4 142928 Ring, Wire Ret[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE J 1 Oq5 _11 _12 18 114 15 16 I 4 BAFFLES AND SHROUD I f / 8 7 / 6 _5 % / 4 9 2 3 BREATHER AND VENT I 10 4 50[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 X-276-7 Wing Nut 1/4-20 2 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube (Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4) 3 52 096 35 Cover, Air Cleaner 4 52 123 21 Tube, Air Intake 5 231032 Seal, Element Cover 6 52 082 04 Cover, Air Cleane[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE, , I 19-- 4 3 ] CARBURETOR [ 9 9 / % 7 14 13 12 6 8 10 J 13 " 12 / 5 16 --34 @_ 35 _--- 36 19 52[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE 15 25 041 06 16 X-77-2 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 17 232867 NO. NO. 18 ×-67-62 1 X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 19 25 086 27 2 52 468 12 Washer, Flat 5/16 (12) 20 25 146 03 3 82 755 16 Kit, #1 Cylinder Barrel 21 52 144 24 (Includes Key Numbers[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 i i CRANKSHAFT J i ELECTRIC STARTE R,I 1 i DIPSTICK I i i | _e 9 o-,, f S _6 7 8 @ Q --6 CYLINDER HEAD I EXHAUST I jl 4 54[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252714 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 3 52 086 11 4 52 041 14 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 52 014 93 2 52 468 03 52 468 04 52 468 05 Crankshaft Washer, Thrust .119/.122 (A.R.) Washer, Thrust . 128/. 131 Washer, Thrust .137/.140 (A.R.) Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8 (3) Gasket, Exhaus[...]

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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.252714 IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-FON-PART (1-800-366-7278) FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 ® 18 H[...]