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Summary of Contents for 917.256582

Page 1: ...ly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments 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 1 800 659 5917 ...

Page 2: ...embankments_ The mower could sudden y turn over ifa wheel is over the edge of a cliffor ditch or if an edge caves in o Do not mow on wet grass_ Reduced traction could cause siidingo Do not try to stabilize the machine by puttingyour foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes IYS 7 2 iU CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Chi...

Page 3: ...ed it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar lawso Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center Department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual...

Page 4: ...nge 17 Oil Level 13 17 Oil Type 17 Preparation 13 Repair Parts 48 53 Starting 14 Storage 26 F Filters Air 18 Fuel 19 Fuel Type 13 Storage 26 Fuse 24 G Gauge Wheels 9 H Hood Removal Installation 24 L Leveling Mower Deck 21 LubricationChart 15 M Maintenance Schedule 15 Mower Adjustment Front to Back 2I Adjustment Side to Side 2t Blade Sharpening 16 Blade Replacement 16 Cutting Height 12 installation...

Page 5: ... mulch discharge or bag clippings bagger optional without changing blades For models not equipped as 3 in 1 Convertible mowers See MOWER in the Repair Parts section of this manual RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 inch wide 18 inch dlameterwater tight drum holds upto 3901bsoot weighL Rounded ed...

Page 6: ...s 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 2 Hex Nuts 1 4 20 2 LockWashers 1 4 Parts packed separately in carton Steering Wheel m Manual Seat Mulcher I Plate Eli Video Cassette 1 Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size i IlL I I I II 2 Shoulder 2 Center Bolts lock Nuts 2 Washers 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Gauge Assemblies Steering Sleeve _w Gauge heels __ teering Wheel insert LJ LJ _ 2 Keys Slope Sheet 6 ...

Page 7: ...flat washer previously removed Tighten securely o Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill IMPORTANT CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES INSKID THAT MAYPUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Opera tion section for location and function of con trols Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment...

Page 8: ...e routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK See Fig 4 Assemble gauge wheels withtractoron a flat levelsurface Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten_ Tighten shoulder bolt secure...

Page 9: ... mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST 17 All assembfy instructionshave been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properlyprepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps...

Page 10: ...SE 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 MOWER LIFT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED L LOW PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL Hydro Models only 10 ...

Page 11: ...TCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and ofL THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used to control engine speed CLUTOHtBRAKE PEDAL Used fordeclutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position GEAR SHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of the tractor A...

Page 12: ... standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely asdescribed above before leav ing the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 8 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less...

Page 13: ...ns of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 15 The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already tiffed with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Unthread and remove oil fill cap dipstick wipe oil off Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap onto ...

Page 14: ...rburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted forbest engine pedormance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual MOWING TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor Mower should be properly leveled for best mow ng performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of ...

Page 15: ...MMENDATIONS The warranty onthis tractor does net cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive fullvalue from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructedin this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least on...

Page 16: ...anced_ An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine_ The blade can be sharpened with afile or on a gdnding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with bal anGer o Stide blade on to an unthreaded ...

Page 17: ...f the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oi fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 14 and 15 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG Be sure tractor is on level s...

Page 18: ...e pressurized air as this will damage the cartridge Replace a dirty bent or damaged cartridge Reinstall the pro cleaner cleaned and oiled over the paper cartridge Reassemble air cleaner wing nut cover and tighten knob securely_ CLEAN AIR INTAKE COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling make sure the grass screen cooling fins and other external surfaces of the engine are kept dean at all times_ Every ...

Page 19: ...ne and check for oil leaks Correct any leaks before placing engine into fult operation IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 17 The fuel filtershoutd be replaced once each season_ Iffuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and pl_Jg fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu...

Page 20: ...its lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring_ Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by rernoving retainer spnng_ Disconnect suspensionarms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs_ o Disconnect front linksfrom deck by removing retainer springs Raise tilt lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from un...

Page 21: ...E FOLLOWING FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT tS NECESSARY BESURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE To obtain the best cutting resuJts the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 4 to 3 4 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure dis tance D directly infront and behind ...

Page 22: ... Ifdistance isother than 1 1 2 loosen jam nutandturn t3 II nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A _ Road testtractorfor proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thorized service center departmento NUT ARM 22 FIG 24 TO REPLA...

Page 23: ...ot Iose o Repair tire and reassemble o On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and ax_e_ Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY REAR WHEEL ONLY FIG 28 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 29 IIII i _ CAUTION Lead acid batteries gener ateexplosive gases Keep sparks flame and...

Page 24: ...YS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring dfagram in the Repair Parts section of this manual TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY See Fig 30 Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector o Stand infro...

Page 25: ...h allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap The limitercap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly see above Start engine and allowto warm for five minutes Make adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N ...

Page 26: ...REVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATFON OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank St...

Page 27: ...INE in Operation section 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Cleanlreplace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel fi_ter 8 Check all widng 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized sewice centerldepartment I Clearffreplace air tilter 2 Replace sp...

Page 28: ... y light switch 4 Loose or damaged widng 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery ceil s 2 Poor cable connections 3 Fautty regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty alternator t Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine CORRECTION i i iLui illlllll i i i 1 Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center departmenl 1 Replace blade T...

Page 29: ...LTERNATOR I t 5 AMP AO 3600 RPM _ I YOUR TRACTOR IS _ j _ A A_A _r_ I _ j EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL A T I r Blkl A Tt _ O OV _TI_ _A _ _ t4 VOLTS AC MIN 3600 RPM LIGHTS OFF _ _ o I_ THE LIGHTS ARE NOT IBo HEADLIGHTS CONNECTED TO THE I t i t I BROWN BLACK BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR _ _ _ OWN ELECTRICALSOURCE _ __ _ T _ T BECAUSE OF THIS THE _E_A DL _I I _ i BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS SWITCH WILL CHANGE WIT...

Page 30: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 ELECTRICAL 24 4O t 3 t I 7 J 45 36 _J_ 38 39 I I I I I I l 3O ...

Page 31: ...52J 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 t46148 Cable Battery 25 146136 Cable Battery 26 I08824X Fuse 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 121305X Switch Plunger 30 144921 Switch Ignition 31 140400 Nut tgnition 32 141226 Cover Ignition Switch 33 140403 Key Ignition 34 110712X Switch Light 36 STD601005 Screw 38 140336 Bracket Swtich Interlock 94 39 109553X Switch Interloc 40 145489 Harness Ignition 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin...

Page 32: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3O 26 47 25 26 36 36 121 17 29 28 i 33 10 123 86 140 26 6O 118 114 3 3 32 ...

Page 33: ...Fender Strap 47 t05531X Nut Push Nylon 50 137304 Rod Support Hood 59 1t0436X Bushfng Snap Split 60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 Unc x 3 4 64 150272 Dash Lower 66 t40942X012 Plate Dash 71 73640400 Nut 73 17580408 Screw Tap Tite I 4 20 x 1 2 74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 Unc 86 t36670X558 Panel Assembly RH 87 136671X558 Panel Assembly LH 90 STD551025 Washer 17 64 114 145349 Bracket Support Das...

Page 34: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 DRIVE 19 110113 87 21 58 51 5 110 6 62 34 37 26 27 34 ...

Page 35: ...ransaxle 79 2228M Keeper Belt L H _ 80 145090 Bolt 81 145092 Shaft Assembly Foot Pedal 82 123782X Bearing Nylon 83 19171216 Washer 84 145643 Roll Pin 85 150360 Pulley idler Flat 86 71208 Bolt 87 19212016 Spacer Split 395 x 59 88 12000008 Keeper Belt Retainer 89 139991 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge 90 124346X Bearing Ny on 96 STD624003 Washer Hardened 110 74760612 Ring Klip 112 19091210 Pulley Id...

Page 36: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 STEERING ASSEMBLY 31 48 53 47 14 16 32 28 10 30 43 i 1 I 1 43 36 ...

Page 37: ...1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Link Drag Washer Lock Nut Spacer Bearing Front Axle Belt Hex 5 6 11 Uric x 3 1 2 Locknut Hex Jam w Washer insert 5 8 11 UNC Pin Axle Large 5 8 x 1 55 1 54 Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Washer Screw Cap Socket Head Phos Oil Shaft Assembly Pittman Nyliner Snap ln Bracket Steering Bushing Link Drag 8lk ...

Page 38: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 ENGINE 32 39 31 34 40 33 33 37 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 38 ...

Page 39: ...5 8 Engine Kohl 15 5 HP Cmnd 1o5 3 Model No CV15S Type No PS 41508 Muffler Nipple Pipe 3 8 NPT x 3_1 2 Elbow Standard 90 3 8_18 NPT Lockwasher 5 16 Shield Heat Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel Cap Assembly Fuet Tank w Gauge Clamp Hose Pad Spacer 1 x I x 1 BIk Screw Thdrol 5 16 t8 x 3 4 Tyt Line Fuel Plug Oil Drain Order From Engine Manufacturer Pad Idler 1 75 x 75 x 06 Bushing Stem Tank Fuel Lockwasher 5 ...

Page 40: ... Bracket Switch Mounting Bushing Snap Nylon Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 1 3 8 Spacer Spl_t KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 16 121250X 17 123976X 18 124238X 21 153236 22 STD541431 24 19171912 25 127018X 27 17490608 28 150176 NOTE Spring Nut Flangelock 1 4 Grade 5 Cap Spring Seat Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC 2A Nut Washer I7 32 x 1 3 16 x t2 Gauge Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Bolt 5 16 18...

Page 41: ...38311 145247 145245 155172 155173 DESCRIPTION Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Kohlo 15 5 Cmd L Sears Decal Ins Hood Decal Mower Q C System Decal Insert Strg Decal Battery Decal Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srso Decal Brake Parking Saddle Reflector Taillight Decal Battery Danger Poison Eng Acme Decal Handle Lift Height Adj Fastener Pop In Footrest Decal Pad Footrest Manual Owner s Eng Manual Owners Span WHEELS...

Page 42: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 MOWER LIFT 37 38 4O 11 35 41 28 27 26 24 23 6 I i I 5 7 4 19 13 32 13_ i 32 19 13 20 15 20 161718 20 15 42 ...

Page 43: ...sh 1 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 STD624008 Spring Retainer 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19 31016 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X t6 Ga 25 137150 Spring 26 76020308 Pin Cotter 3 32 x 1 2 27 137167 Rod Adjust Lift 28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc 29 138057 Knob Infinite 3 8 16 Uric Black 30 150233 Trunnion Dp Stop Dbl Thds Pit 31 140302 Bearing PvtoLift Spherical 32 73540600 Nut Crown ock 3 8 24 3...

Page 44: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 MOWER DECK 113 111 _ i 116 _ f 1 4 118 _ l p 2 n 2 16 18 13_ 10_ _ 9 _ 21 103 105 101 _ _ 106 18 29 il _23 24 27 44 ...

Page 45: ...r Flat 1t7 Washer 13 32 x 13 t6 x 16 Gauge 118 Nut Crownlock 119 Rod Pivot with Nibs 121 Rod Clutch Secondary with Nibs 128 Guard Mandrel LH Retainer Screw Hex Hd Thdcut 1 4 20 x 5 8 Washer Hardened Roller Assembly Cam Follower Bolt Shloulder 10 24 Grade 5 Locknut Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC Arm Assembly Pad Brake NOTE 133943 140084 122052X 140086 141043 144200 142427 146927 127847 121748X 12000029 ...

Page 46: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER P930 057A 68 34 7 6 8 31 35 23 13 9O 150 MODEL and SEglAL NUMBERS HERE 77 50 76 15 I I 18 52 29 53 30 41 45 42A 43 79 46 ...

Page 47: ...g Retainer 76 780090 29 780072 Washer Thrust 77 788078A 30 780108 Washer Thrust 3 t 780001 Washer 79 792144 32 792001 O Ring 81 786081 33 788095 Seal Square Cut 34 780105A Bushing Flanged 82 786082 35 780118A Bushing Flanged 83 786123 36 790003 Disk Brake 90 7880678 37 790007 Plate Brake Pad 103 792166 38 799021 Pad Brake Package of 2 104 792167 39 786026 Pin Dowel 150 510334 40 792076A Washer Fla...

Page 48: ...2 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S TYPE NUMBER PS41508 _ i Hll AIR INTAK _3 o j 10 11 i BLOWER HOUSIN BA JiJlllU i IL I JJlllJll IIIIIIIIL III ENGINE CONTROLS I I IIII iiiiiiii 7 8 3 E O_T I 5 6 i JlJlll i iii iiii IIIIIIJlHIIIIIIIIIIIII _f3 48 ...

Page 49: ...5 x 0 Bx 20 3 Baffle Carburetor Screw Hex Flange M6 x 1 0 x 20 Baffle Cylinder Head Baffle Cylinder 12 12 063 05 13 M 0645016 14 2063 0B 15 12 063 01 1 2079 07 2 12237 01 3 M 0664020 4 M 0545016 5 1253609 6 M 0443020 7 SM 0443025 8 12089 11 9 12 08923 10 12 089 24 11 M 0641060 12 SM 0642025 13 12 090 05 t4 25 158 11 15 12 079 01 16 2515808 Linkage Choke Clamp Cable Screw Locked Socket M6 x t 0 x 2...

Page 50: ... TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S TYPE NUMBER PS41508 F E SYSTE I 21 9 13 25 cY I _ i N D ER HEAD VALVE AND BREATHER IIIIIIIJlJlllJllJlll IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII 25_ 22 21 18 13 27 5 4_ 5O ...

Page 51: ...rommet Fuel Line Line Fuel 2 1 2 Sleeve insulating Nut Hex Flange M6 x 1 0 2 Washer Plain 1 4 Washer Lock 1 4 Stud M6 x 1 0 x 122 2 Lead Solenoid Black 5 14 Gauge Uninsulated Push On Tabs Gasket Carburetor 1 12 351 0I 2 1275560 3 12411 01 4 12 041 10 5 12017O1 12 017 02 6 1201601 12 016 02 7 12 146 13 8 12468 O5 9 1211213 10 12 086 15 1 12089 01 12 2 173 01 13 2 755 03 14 X 426 9 15 1232603 16 M 0...

Page 52: ...AIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV15S TYPE NUMBER PS41508 m mm ii m II O L PA ILOBR CAT O l I CRANKCASE I 23 22 t 8 17 10 J 11 I O_4 C_ 20 2 A _ i G v E M I 0 o o o 52 ...

Page 53: ... Key Numbers 2 and 3 Kit Oil Fill Cap includes Key 3 O Ring DipstEck O Ring Upper Oil Fill Tube Tube Oil Fill Screw Hex Flan_e M5 x 0 8x 20 O_Ring Lower Oil Fill Tube Screen Oil Pick up over Oi Pick up Screen Screw Hex Flange M5 x 0 8 x t6 Screw Hex Flange M10 x 1 5 x 25 Bracket Oil Pump Relief Valve Spring Oil Pump Relief Valve Piston Oil Pump Relief Valve Body Oil Pump Relief Valve Filter Oil Pl...

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Page 55: ...AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX 1 k iiI I IIIII ii l null llllll J LIIII I I_ _I h Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not l AILA greater than 15 never across the face Maketurns gradu _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

Page 56: ...be found on the model plate located under the seat The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Roebuck and Co Service Center Department and most Re tail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION o PRODUCT TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 256582 ENGINE MODEL NO CV15S PS4t508 PART NUMBE...

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