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Craftsman 917.258680, Owner'S Manual

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Page 1: ...embly 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: ...ches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes i11 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are oft...

Page 3: ...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 laws 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 ofthis manual LIMI...

Page 4: ... 18 Air Screen 19 Cooling Fins 18 Oil Change 18 Oil Level 14 Oil Type 14 18 Preparation 14 Repair Parts 48 57 Starting 15 Storage 26 F Filter Air Filter 18 Fuel 19 Fuel Type 14 Storage 26 Fuse 24 H Hood Removal Installation 24 L Leveling Mower Deck 20 Lubrication Chart 16 Engine 18 M Maintenance Schedule 16 Mower Adjustment Front to Back 2 Adjustment Side to Side 20 Blade Replacement 17 Blade Shar...

Page 5: ...you 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 toad and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with2x8or2xl01umber ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 inch wide 18 inch diameterwater tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight Rounded edges...

Page 6: ..._ 2 Washers 3 16 x 3 4 x16 Gauge 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 Washers 1 4 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Steering Wheel Manual Video Cassette Mulcher Plate Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size _XM_Y 2 Shoulder 2 Center Bolts lock Nuts 2 Washers 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Gauge Steering Sleeve _M 2 Front Link Assemblies Steering Wheel Insert...

Page 7: ...move STEERING WHEEL STEERING WHEEL _ INSERT _ HEX LOCKNUT i _ FLAT WASHER STEERING i _ WHEEL STEERING ADAPTER _ 1_ SHAFT STEERING _ _ _ SLEEVE _ j FIG 1 BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 Remove iocknut and large flat washer from steering shaft Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft P...

Page 8: ...ng if required Periodic charging LOCK FLAT HEX NUT WASHER WASHER N DISCARD TERMINAL _ HEX PROTECTIVE CAPS X BOLT POSITIVE CABLE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE FIG 2 INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Tighten shoulder bolt sec...

Page 9: ...f the L H front mower bracket Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING r_ u t _n_oo S outward pointing BRACKET deck pins Place the R H suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin If necessary rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown Connect anti sway bar to ch...

Page 10: ...H HOOK WASHER MULCHER PLATE LOCK WASHER WELD NUT FIG 5 l CHECKMS T BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THA T YOU RECEIVE THE BES T PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM TH S QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST _ All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 am...

Page 11: ...E 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 R REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED 6T PARKING BRAKE IGNITION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL Hydro Models only 11 ...

Page 12: ...H SWITCH Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower height LIGHT SWLTCH Turns the headlights on and off GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the ...

Page 13: ...CONTROL See Fig 8 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 8 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BAC...

Page 14: ...ready filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and push it all the way down into the tube wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSI...

Page 15: ...at has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings wil discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 11 o If grass is extremely tall...

Page 16: ...tenance free battery 7 Tighten frontaxle pivot bolt to 35 ft qbs maximum Do not overtighten GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your ...

Page 17: ...balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding 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 ancer Slide blade on to an unthreaded...

Page 18: ... will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug o After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on ...

Page 19: ...The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline...

Page 20: ...tF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual 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 Iftir...

Page 21: ... nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment MANDREL FiG 22 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT E NL TRUNNION FIG 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL See Fig 24 Park tractor on a...

Page 22: ...e electric clutch should provide years of service The clutch has a built in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds Eventually the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage or to not stop as required Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center department Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in OFF position Adjust the thre...

Page 23: ...te position The adjustment is preset at the factory however if adjustment is needed proceed as follows Make sure transaxle is in neutral N o Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral lock gate on fender console Tighten Iocknuts securely GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE LOCKNUTS CENTER ROD TIE ROD FIG 30 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering w...

Page 24: ...e BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries POS TIVE I NEGATIVE PANEL BOLT 0 0 FIG 32 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 ...

Page 25: ...ne and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position With throttle control lever in fast _ position turn main fuel adjusting needle in clockwise until engine begins to die then turn out counterclockwise until engine runs rough Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions Idle speed setting With throttle c...

Page 26: ...UM 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 FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the ...

Page 27: ... 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or ...

Page 28: ...contact an authorized service center department 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Replace blade mandrel 5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes 1 Remove obstruction 2 Replace mower drive belt 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Replace blade mandrel 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing ...

Page 29: ...D I I I E q _ II f BLACK _ _b GROUNDING CONNECTOR BLACK _1 SPARK lw PLUGS GAP Ib___D I _ 2 PLUGS ON v J TWIN CYL ENGINES i HEADLIGHTS G N H REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS O NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS FC HU B DA NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANG...

Page 30: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ELECTRICAL 21 24 42 4O 19 2O 12 8 7 5 _l 4 6 3_ _ _ _ 29 55 28 3O ...

Page 31: ...ocket W 4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 108824X Fuse 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 21305X Switch Plunger 30 140301 Switch Ignition 3 124211X Nut Ignition 32 141226 Cover Ignition Switch 33 109310X Key Ignition 40 156150 Harness Ignition 41 71110408 BottBlkFin Hex 1 4 20UNCx1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 44 73640400 Nut Keps Bik Hex i 4 20 UN...

Page 32: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 31 90 125 71 115 26 33 30 47 66 87 _ 36 44 26 117 11 114 10 25 120 121 122 _ 6 64 34 39 119 36 123 73 17 29 26 24 140 86 114 117 3 32 ...

Page 33: ...ol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Type Saddle Shield Heat Kohler MV18 Clip Fuel Line Dash Plastic Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash LH Panel Dash RH Hood Assembly Bolt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grill Lens Bar Clear Fender Bracket Assembly Fender Footrest LH Footrest RH Bolt Nut Pal Bracket Assembly Pivot LH Bracket Assembly Pivot RH Fender Strap Nut Push Nylon Rod Support Hood Bushing Snap Split Dash Lo...

Page 34: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 DRIVE 84 87 86 81 82 86 18 2187 _ i 13 _ 18 56 23 36 34 36 35 53 26 22 27 34 ...

Page 35: ...3 19171216 130807 Bracket Transax e L H 84 145643 127275X Keeper Belt Transax e L H 85 50360 STD523107 Botl Hex Hd 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 86 71208 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 87 19212016 155071 Shaft Foot Pedal 88 12000008 120183X Bearing Nylon 89 139991 STD551062 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Gauge 90 124346X STD571810 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 96 STD624003 123674X Idler Flat 112 19091210 STD523727 Bolt Hex ...

Page 36: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 62 J J 23 4 11 t l_ _ _ 39 f _ 41 t L i r_ _ 42 D o 27 66 40 j 17 18 25 J 46 8 _ _ 47 s5 f 9_ i J 15 J C 40 67 7 36 ...

Page 37: ... x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Link Drag Washer Lock Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 UNF Bearing Axle Locknut Hex Jam w Washer Insert 5 8 11 UNC Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Screw Hex Socket 1 4 20 x 2 3 4 Shaft Assembly Pittman Bracket Steering Gear Sector Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Tie Rod Washer ...

Page 38: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE 32 31 14 13 81 34 89 61 89 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester 91 92 23 4 93 2O 89 38 ...

Page 39: ...Tube Manifold RH Kohler MV18 Clamp Tube Double Engine Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 w Sems Shield Heat Browning LH Shield Heat Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr 5 16 Screw Hex Skt 5 16 UNV x 3 4 Gasket Order From Engine Manufacturer Nipple Pipe Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 TT Shield Heat Browning RH Shield Browning Control Choke Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF Arrester Spark Tank Fuel ...

Page 40: ...nob Seat Bracket Switch Mounting Bushing Snap Nylon Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 1 3 8 Spacer Split j5 6 21 i i iJ J jj i _ J i _ I L 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 17 32x 1 3 16 x12 Gauge Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 6...

Page 41: ...ssis 46 6 Sp Srs Polo 145247 157293 157294 WHEELS TIRES 1 5 8 7 4 10 11 DESCRIPTION Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs Decal Ins Hood Decal HP Engine Decal Insert Strg Decal Battery Decal Btry DngriPsn Eng Acme Decal Brake Parking Saddle Decal Mower QC System Reflector Taillight Decal Handle Lift Height Adj Pad Footrest Fastener Pop In Footrest Manual Owner s Eng Manual Owners Sp...

Page 42: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER LiFT 41 3 2 6 5 7 8 10 13 31 32 19 2O 1718 16 5 2O 42 ...

Page 43: ... Lock vv vv_n i 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 STD624008 Spring Retainer 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 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 Unc Black 30 150233 Trunnion Infin Height 31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical _z 73540600 Nut Crowntock 3 8 24...

Page 44: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER DECK 116 117 119 45 32 46 33 _ _ 31 41 49 41 49 7 4O 3q 32 46 I I 45 47 21 1 21 22 24 25 27 12 18 44 ...

Page 45: ...lector Mower 119 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 126 Rod Hinge 27 Screw Hex Head Thdrol Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Fig Top Lock Cntr 9 16 Anchor Spring Deck 46 Screw Thdroll 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Tytt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Pulley Idler Flat Keeper Belt Idler 144917 137273 17490620 122052X 144949 133943 145059 137729 144959 139573 STD541437 72110612 153390 156593 19131616 145579 71161...

Page 46: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 930 057A 68 34 7 67 35 9 31 31 23 35 77 29 76 47 13 2 15 46 ...

Page 47: ...90 29 780072 Washer Thrust 77 788078A 30 780108 Washer Thrust 31 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 788067B 37 790007 Plate Brake Pad 103 792166 38 799021 Pad Brake Package of 2 104 792167 39 786026 Pin Dowel 150 788093 40 792076A Washer Flat 900 794602 41 790...

Page 48: ... PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE 1 2 m 4 0 5 9 10 11 18 713 14 15 7 _ 16 I BAFFLES AND SHROUD 8 7 6 5 i 4 BREATHER AND VENT 10 5 7J 3 2 48 ...

Page 49: ...41 06 Gasket Air Cleaner Elbow NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 113 15 Decal Air Cleaner 52 113 30 Decal DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 52 063 41 52 313 05 52 063 42 X 67 83 52 755 70 52 217 01 52 468 16 52 086 11 52 124 23 Baffle 2 Cylinder Head Grommet 2 Baffle Fuel Pump Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 7 16 14 Kit Blower Housing Includes Key Numbers 6 thru 8 Support Upper Housing Washer Flat 2 Screw 1 4 20 x 5 8 ...

Page 50: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE 3 I L _2G 9 CARBURETOR 9 1 7 5 19 5 t 19 2 _2_ 6 10 tN 0 32 17 18 13 11 12 16 34 35 _ 38 5O ...

Page 51: ...5 086 27 Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6 20 25 146 03 20 Crankcase Service with Short Block 21 52 144 24 Part Number 82 522 30 22 25 368 01 23 25 089 02 24 25 086 26 25 25 089 04 26 25 368 03 27 25 089 02 28 52 090 13 29 25 089 03 30 25 194 01 31 25 146 02 32 25 041 04 33 25 757 09 34 25 104 01 35 25 041 03 36 25 100 05 Gasket Intake 2 Kit Manifold Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8 Manifold Intake Washe...

Page 52: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 1 ELECTRIC STARTER 8 DiPSTiCK CTL OER EAO I EXHAUST i 4 Q G 6 4 52 ...

Page 53: ...41 153 01 5 52 126 11 6 52 123 20 7 47 139 01 1 52 098 2 2 X 20 1 3 X 81 1 4 82 755 26 5 52 081 07 6 52 170 05 7 52 211 01 8 52 227 10 9 82 755 28 DESCRIPTION Starter Assembly Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9 Washer Lock 1 4 2 Nut Hex 1 4 20 2 Kit Drive Cap Drive End Armature Bolt Thru 2 Cap Commutator End Kit Brush NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 450 03 Tag Caution EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO CYLINDER HEA...

Page 54: ...IR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 GOVERNOR 27 _ _ _ 28 IGNITION FUEL PUMP 24 19 18 21_ _ _ I 23 8 18 19_ 19 13 _17 14 5 3 1 FLYWH EEL I 8 1 8 3 54 ...

Page 55: ...Governor 2 52 079_06 Linkage Throttle 22 52 090 14 Lever Throttle 23 52 089 08 Spring Torsion 24 25 086 21 Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 25 X 67 97 Screw Hex Washer Head 10 24 x 3 8 3 26 235778 Clamp Cable 3 27 25 431 01 Bushing Speed Control Lever 28 X 70 3 Nut Hex 10 32 29 52 086 05 Screw Hex Head 10 32 x 7 8 DESCRIPTION Screw Pozidriv Truss Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 2 Pump Fuel Assembly Includes K...

Page 56: ...ARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 OIL PAN _1 3 7 OIL FILTER PISTON AND ROD 2 T CAMSHAFT AND VALVES J 8 7 3 9 s _ 3__4 _ 5 2 OIL SWITCH 1 OIL PUMP I 5 6 56 ...

Page 57: ... 2 Piston with Ring Set Standard 2 Piston with Ring Set 003 2 Piston with Ring Set 010 2 Piston with Ring Set 020 2 Piston with Ring Set 030 2 Retainer Piston Pin 4 Ring Set Standard and 003 2 Ring Set 010 2 Ring Set 020 2 Ring Set 030 2 LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 X 75 23 Plug Pipe 1 8 N P T F CAMSHAFT VALVES KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52 012 09 Camshaft 2 52 019 03 Tap...

Page 58: ...SE VICE OTES 58 ...

Page 59: ...NOT ACROSS HiLL SBGHT AND HOLD THiS LEVEL WiTH SKY LINE OR TREE J ili_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not _il greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu iill i_lly to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme ___a ution when ch a nging direction on slopes ...

Page 60: ...or will 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 CentedDepartment and most Re tail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRODUCT TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE MODEL NO MV18S PS58560 PART ...

Page 61: ...embly 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 62: ...ches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes i11 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are oft...

Page 63: ...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 laws 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 ofthis manual LIMI...

Page 64: ... 18 Air Screen 19 Cooling Fins 18 Oil Change 18 Oil Level 14 Oil Type 14 18 Preparation 14 Repair Parts 48 57 Starting 15 Storage 26 F Filter Air Filter 18 Fuel 19 Fuel Type 14 Storage 26 Fuse 24 H Hood Removal Installation 24 L Leveling Mower Deck 20 Lubrication Chart 16 Engine 18 M Maintenance Schedule 16 Mower Adjustment Front to Back 2 Adjustment Side to Side 20 Blade Replacement 17 Blade Shar...

Page 65: ...you 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 toad and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with2x8or2xl01umber ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 inch wide 18 inch diameterwater tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight Rounded edges...

Page 66: ..._ 2 Washers 3 16 x 3 4 x16 Gauge 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 Washers 1 4 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Steering Wheel Manual Video Cassette Mulcher Plate Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size _XM_Y 2 Shoulder 2 Center Bolts lock Nuts 2 Washers 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Gauge Steering Sleeve _M 2 Front Link Assemblies Steering Wheel Insert...

Page 67: ...move STEERING WHEEL STEERING WHEEL _ INSERT _ HEX LOCKNUT i _ FLAT WASHER STEERING i _ WHEEL STEERING ADAPTER _ 1_ SHAFT STEERING _ _ _ SLEEVE _ j FIG 1 BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 Remove iocknut and large flat washer from steering shaft Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft P...

Page 68: ...ng if required Periodic charging LOCK FLAT HEX NUT WASHER WASHER N DISCARD TERMINAL _ HEX PROTECTIVE CAPS X BOLT POSITIVE CABLE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE FIG 2 INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Tighten shoulder bolt sec...

Page 69: ...f the L H front mower bracket Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING r_ u t _n_oo S outward pointing BRACKET deck pins Place the R H suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin If necessary rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown Connect anti sway bar to ch...

Page 70: ...H HOOK WASHER MULCHER PLATE LOCK WASHER WELD NUT FIG 5 l CHECKMS T BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THA T YOU RECEIVE THE BES T PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM TH S QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST _ All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 am...

Page 71: ...E 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 R REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED 6T PARKING BRAKE IGNITION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL Hydro Models only 11 ...

Page 72: ...H SWITCH Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower height LIGHT SWLTCH Turns the headlights on and off GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the ...

Page 73: ...CONTROL See Fig 8 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 8 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BAC...

Page 74: ...ready filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and push it all the way down into the tube wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSI...

Page 75: ...at has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings wil discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 11 o If grass is extremely tall...

Page 76: ...tenance free battery 7 Tighten frontaxle pivot bolt to 35 ft qbs maximum Do not overtighten GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your ...

Page 77: ...balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding 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 ancer Slide blade on to an unthreaded...

Page 78: ... will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug o After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on ...

Page 79: ...The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline...

Page 80: ...tF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual 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 Iftir...

Page 81: ... nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment MANDREL FiG 22 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT E NL TRUNNION FIG 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL See Fig 24 Park tractor on a...

Page 82: ...e electric clutch should provide years of service The clutch has a built in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds Eventually the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage or to not stop as required Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center department Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in OFF position Adjust the thre...

Page 83: ...te position The adjustment is preset at the factory however if adjustment is needed proceed as follows Make sure transaxle is in neutral N o Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral lock gate on fender console Tighten Iocknuts securely GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE LOCKNUTS CENTER ROD TIE ROD FIG 30 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering w...

Page 84: ...e BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries POS TIVE I NEGATIVE PANEL BOLT 0 0 FIG 32 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 ...

Page 85: ...ne and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position With throttle control lever in fast _ position turn main fuel adjusting needle in clockwise until engine begins to die then turn out counterclockwise until engine runs rough Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions Idle speed setting With throttle c...

Page 86: ...UM 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 FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the ...

Page 87: ... 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or ...

Page 88: ...contact an authorized service center department 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Replace blade mandrel 5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes 1 Remove obstruction 2 Replace mower drive belt 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Replace blade mandrel 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing ...

Page 89: ...D I I I E q _ II f BLACK _ _b GROUNDING CONNECTOR BLACK _1 SPARK lw PLUGS GAP Ib___D I _ 2 PLUGS ON v J TWIN CYL ENGINES i HEADLIGHTS G N H REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS O NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS FC HU B DA NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANG...

Page 90: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ELECTRICAL 21 24 42 4O 19 2O 12 8 7 5 _l 4 6 3_ _ _ _ 29 55 28 3O ...

Page 91: ...ocket W 4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 108824X Fuse 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 21305X Switch Plunger 30 140301 Switch Ignition 3 124211X Nut Ignition 32 141226 Cover Ignition Switch 33 109310X Key Ignition 40 156150 Harness Ignition 41 71110408 BottBlkFin Hex 1 4 20UNCx1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 44 73640400 Nut Keps Bik Hex i 4 20 UN...

Page 92: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 31 90 125 71 115 26 33 30 47 66 87 _ 36 44 26 117 11 114 10 25 120 121 122 _ 6 64 34 39 119 36 123 73 17 29 26 24 140 86 114 117 3 32 ...

Page 93: ...ol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Type Saddle Shield Heat Kohler MV18 Clip Fuel Line Dash Plastic Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash LH Panel Dash RH Hood Assembly Bolt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grill Lens Bar Clear Fender Bracket Assembly Fender Footrest LH Footrest RH Bolt Nut Pal Bracket Assembly Pivot LH Bracket Assembly Pivot RH Fender Strap Nut Push Nylon Rod Support Hood Bushing Snap Split Dash Lo...

Page 94: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 DRIVE 84 87 86 81 82 86 18 2187 _ i 13 _ 18 56 23 36 34 36 35 53 26 22 27 34 ...

Page 95: ...3 19171216 130807 Bracket Transax e L H 84 145643 127275X Keeper Belt Transax e L H 85 50360 STD523107 Botl Hex Hd 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 86 71208 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 87 19212016 155071 Shaft Foot Pedal 88 12000008 120183X Bearing Nylon 89 139991 STD551062 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Gauge 90 124346X STD571810 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 96 STD624003 123674X Idler Flat 112 19091210 STD523727 Bolt Hex ...

Page 96: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 62 J J 23 4 11 t l_ _ _ 39 f _ 41 t L i r_ _ 42 D o 27 66 40 j 17 18 25 J 46 8 _ _ 47 s5 f 9_ i J 15 J C 40 67 7 36 ...

Page 97: ... x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Link Drag Washer Lock Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 UNF Bearing Axle Locknut Hex Jam w Washer Insert 5 8 11 UNC Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Screw Hex Socket 1 4 20 x 2 3 4 Shaft Assembly Pittman Bracket Steering Gear Sector Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Tie Rod Washer ...

Page 98: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE 32 31 14 13 81 34 89 61 89 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester 91 92 23 4 93 2O 89 38 ...

Page 99: ...Tube Manifold RH Kohler MV18 Clamp Tube Double Engine Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 w Sems Shield Heat Browning LH Shield Heat Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr 5 16 Screw Hex Skt 5 16 UNV x 3 4 Gasket Order From Engine Manufacturer Nipple Pipe Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 TT Shield Heat Browning RH Shield Browning Control Choke Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF Arrester Spark Tank Fuel ...

Page 100: ...nob Seat Bracket Switch Mounting Bushing Snap Nylon Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 1 3 8 Spacer Split j5 6 21 i i iJ J jj i _ J i _ I L 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 17 32x 1 3 16 x12 Gauge Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 6...

Page 101: ...ssis 46 6 Sp Srs Polo 145247 157293 157294 WHEELS TIRES 1 5 8 7 4 10 11 DESCRIPTION Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs Decal Ins Hood Decal HP Engine Decal Insert Strg Decal Battery Decal Btry DngriPsn Eng Acme Decal Brake Parking Saddle Decal Mower QC System Reflector Taillight Decal Handle Lift Height Adj Pad Footrest Fastener Pop In Footrest Manual Owner s Eng Manual Owners Sp...

Page 102: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER LiFT 41 3 2 6 5 7 8 10 13 31 32 19 2O 1718 16 5 2O 42 ...

Page 103: ... Lock vv vv_n i 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 STD624008 Spring Retainer 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 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 Unc Black 30 150233 Trunnion Infin Height 31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical _z 73540600 Nut Crowntock 3 8 24...

Page 104: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER DECK 116 117 119 45 32 46 33 _ _ 31 41 49 41 49 7 4O 3q 32 46 I I 45 47 21 1 21 22 24 25 27 12 18 44 ...

Page 105: ...lector Mower 119 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 126 Rod Hinge 27 Screw Hex Head Thdrol Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Fig Top Lock Cntr 9 16 Anchor Spring Deck 46 Screw Thdroll 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Tytt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Pulley Idler Flat Keeper Belt Idler 144917 137273 17490620 122052X 144949 133943 145059 137729 144959 139573 STD541437 72110612 153390 156593 19131616 145579 71161...

Page 106: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 930 057A 68 34 7 67 35 9 31 31 23 35 77 29 76 47 13 2 15 46 ...

Page 107: ...90 29 780072 Washer Thrust 77 788078A 30 780108 Washer Thrust 31 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 788067B 37 790007 Plate Brake Pad 103 792166 38 799021 Pad Brake Package of 2 104 792167 39 786026 Pin Dowel 150 788093 40 792076A Washer Flat 900 794602 41 790...

Page 108: ... PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE 1 2 m 4 0 5 9 10 11 18 713 14 15 7 _ 16 I BAFFLES AND SHROUD 8 7 6 5 i 4 BREATHER AND VENT 10 5 7J 3 2 48 ...

Page 109: ...41 06 Gasket Air Cleaner Elbow NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 113 15 Decal Air Cleaner 52 113 30 Decal DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 52 063 41 52 313 05 52 063 42 X 67 83 52 755 70 52 217 01 52 468 16 52 086 11 52 124 23 Baffle 2 Cylinder Head Grommet 2 Baffle Fuel Pump Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 7 16 14 Kit Blower Housing Includes Key Numbers 6 thru 8 Support Upper Housing Washer Flat 2 Screw 1 4 20 x 5 8 ...

Page 110: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE 3 I L _2G 9 CARBURETOR 9 1 7 5 19 5 t 19 2 _2_ 6 10 tN 0 32 17 18 13 11 12 16 34 35 _ 38 5O ...

Page 111: ...5 086 27 Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6 20 25 146 03 20 Crankcase Service with Short Block 21 52 144 24 Part Number 82 522 30 22 25 368 01 23 25 089 02 24 25 086 26 25 25 089 04 26 25 368 03 27 25 089 02 28 52 090 13 29 25 089 03 30 25 194 01 31 25 146 02 32 25 041 04 33 25 757 09 34 25 104 01 35 25 041 03 36 25 100 05 Gasket Intake 2 Kit Manifold Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8 Manifold Intake Washe...

Page 112: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 1 ELECTRIC STARTER 8 DiPSTiCK CTL OER EAO I EXHAUST i 4 Q G 6 4 52 ...

Page 113: ...41 153 01 5 52 126 11 6 52 123 20 7 47 139 01 1 52 098 2 2 X 20 1 3 X 81 1 4 82 755 26 5 52 081 07 6 52 170 05 7 52 211 01 8 52 227 10 9 82 755 28 DESCRIPTION Starter Assembly Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9 Washer Lock 1 4 2 Nut Hex 1 4 20 2 Kit Drive Cap Drive End Armature Bolt Thru 2 Cap Commutator End Kit Brush NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 450 03 Tag Caution EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO CYLINDER HEA...

Page 114: ...IR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 GOVERNOR 27 _ _ _ 28 IGNITION FUEL PUMP 24 19 18 21_ _ _ I 23 8 18 19_ 19 13 _17 14 5 3 1 FLYWH EEL I 8 1 8 3 54 ...

Page 115: ...Governor 2 52 079_06 Linkage Throttle 22 52 090 14 Lever Throttle 23 52 089 08 Spring Torsion 24 25 086 21 Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 25 X 67 97 Screw Hex Washer Head 10 24 x 3 8 3 26 235778 Clamp Cable 3 27 25 431 01 Bushing Speed Control Lever 28 X 70 3 Nut Hex 10 32 29 52 086 05 Screw Hex Head 10 32 x 7 8 DESCRIPTION Screw Pozidriv Truss Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 2 Pump Fuel Assembly Includes K...

Page 116: ...ARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 OIL PAN _1 3 7 OIL FILTER PISTON AND ROD 2 T CAMSHAFT AND VALVES J 8 7 3 9 s _ 3__4 _ 5 2 OIL SWITCH 1 OIL PUMP I 5 6 56 ...

Page 117: ... 2 Piston with Ring Set Standard 2 Piston with Ring Set 003 2 Piston with Ring Set 010 2 Piston with Ring Set 020 2 Piston with Ring Set 030 2 Retainer Piston Pin 4 Ring Set Standard and 003 2 Ring Set 010 2 Ring Set 020 2 Ring Set 030 2 LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 X 75 23 Plug Pipe 1 8 N P T F CAMSHAFT VALVES KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52 012 09 Camshaft 2 52 019 03 Tap...

Page 118: ...SE VICE OTES 58 ...

Page 119: ...NOT ACROSS HiLL SBGHT AND HOLD THiS LEVEL WiTH SKY LINE OR TREE J ili_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not _il greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu iill i_lly to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme ___a ution when ch a nging direction on slopes ...

Page 120: ...or will 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 CentedDepartment and most Re tail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRODUCT TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE MODEL NO MV18S PS58560 PART ...

Page 121: ...embly 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 122: ...ches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes i11 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are oft...

Page 123: ...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 laws 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 ofthis manual LIMI...

Page 124: ... 18 Air Screen 19 Cooling Fins 18 Oil Change 18 Oil Level 14 Oil Type 14 18 Preparation 14 Repair Parts 48 57 Starting 15 Storage 26 F Filter Air Filter 18 Fuel 19 Fuel Type 14 Storage 26 Fuse 24 H Hood Removal Installation 24 L Leveling Mower Deck 20 Lubrication Chart 16 Engine 18 M Maintenance Schedule 16 Mower Adjustment Front to Back 2 Adjustment Side to Side 20 Blade Replacement 17 Blade Shar...

Page 125: ...you 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 toad and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with2x8or2xl01umber ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 inch wide 18 inch diameterwater tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight Rounded edges...

Page 126: ..._ 2 Washers 3 16 x 3 4 x16 Gauge 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 Washers 1 4 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Steering Wheel Manual Video Cassette Mulcher Plate Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size _XM_Y 2 Shoulder 2 Center Bolts lock Nuts 2 Washers 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Gauge Steering Sleeve _M 2 Front Link Assemblies Steering Wheel Insert...

Page 127: ...move STEERING WHEEL STEERING WHEEL _ INSERT _ HEX LOCKNUT i _ FLAT WASHER STEERING i _ WHEEL STEERING ADAPTER _ 1_ SHAFT STEERING _ _ _ SLEEVE _ j FIG 1 BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 Remove iocknut and large flat washer from steering shaft Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft P...

Page 128: ...ng if required Periodic charging LOCK FLAT HEX NUT WASHER WASHER N DISCARD TERMINAL _ HEX PROTECTIVE CAPS X BOLT POSITIVE CABLE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE FIG 2 INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Tighten shoulder bolt sec...

Page 129: ...f the L H front mower bracket Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING r_ u t _n_oo S outward pointing BRACKET deck pins Place the R H suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin If necessary rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown Connect anti sway bar to ch...

Page 130: ...H HOOK WASHER MULCHER PLATE LOCK WASHER WELD NUT FIG 5 l CHECKMS T BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THA T YOU RECEIVE THE BES T PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM TH S QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST _ All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 am...

Page 131: ...E 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 R REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED 6T PARKING BRAKE IGNITION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL Hydro Models only 11 ...

Page 132: ...H SWITCH Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower height LIGHT SWLTCH Turns the headlights on and off GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the ...

Page 133: ...CONTROL See Fig 8 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 8 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BAC...

Page 134: ...ready filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and push it all the way down into the tube wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSI...

Page 135: ...at has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings wil discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 11 o If grass is extremely tall...

Page 136: ...tenance free battery 7 Tighten frontaxle pivot bolt to 35 ft qbs maximum Do not overtighten GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your ...

Page 137: ...balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding 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 ancer Slide blade on to an unthreaded...

Page 138: ... will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug o After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on ...

Page 139: ...The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline...

Page 140: ...tF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual 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 Iftir...

Page 141: ... nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment MANDREL FiG 22 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT E NL TRUNNION FIG 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL See Fig 24 Park tractor on a...

Page 142: ...e electric clutch should provide years of service The clutch has a built in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds Eventually the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage or to not stop as required Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center department Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in OFF position Adjust the thre...

Page 143: ...te position The adjustment is preset at the factory however if adjustment is needed proceed as follows Make sure transaxle is in neutral N o Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral lock gate on fender console Tighten Iocknuts securely GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE LOCKNUTS CENTER ROD TIE ROD FIG 30 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering w...

Page 144: ...e BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries POS TIVE I NEGATIVE PANEL BOLT 0 0 FIG 32 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 ...

Page 145: ...ne and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position With throttle control lever in fast _ position turn main fuel adjusting needle in clockwise until engine begins to die then turn out counterclockwise until engine runs rough Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions Idle speed setting With throttle c...

Page 146: ...UM 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 FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the ...

Page 147: ... 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or ...

Page 148: ...contact an authorized service center department 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Replace blade mandrel 5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes 1 Remove obstruction 2 Replace mower drive belt 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Replace blade mandrel 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing ...

Page 149: ...D I I I E q _ II f BLACK _ _b GROUNDING CONNECTOR BLACK _1 SPARK lw PLUGS GAP Ib___D I _ 2 PLUGS ON v J TWIN CYL ENGINES i HEADLIGHTS G N H REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS O NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS FC HU B DA NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANG...

Page 150: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ELECTRICAL 21 24 42 4O 19 2O 12 8 7 5 _l 4 6 3_ _ _ _ 29 55 28 3O ...

Page 151: ...ocket W 4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 108824X Fuse 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 21305X Switch Plunger 30 140301 Switch Ignition 3 124211X Nut Ignition 32 141226 Cover Ignition Switch 33 109310X Key Ignition 40 156150 Harness Ignition 41 71110408 BottBlkFin Hex 1 4 20UNCx1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 44 73640400 Nut Keps Bik Hex i 4 20 UN...

Page 152: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 31 90 125 71 115 26 33 30 47 66 87 _ 36 44 26 117 11 114 10 25 120 121 122 _ 6 64 34 39 119 36 123 73 17 29 26 24 140 86 114 117 3 32 ...

Page 153: ...ol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Type Saddle Shield Heat Kohler MV18 Clip Fuel Line Dash Plastic Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash LH Panel Dash RH Hood Assembly Bolt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grill Lens Bar Clear Fender Bracket Assembly Fender Footrest LH Footrest RH Bolt Nut Pal Bracket Assembly Pivot LH Bracket Assembly Pivot RH Fender Strap Nut Push Nylon Rod Support Hood Bushing Snap Split Dash Lo...

Page 154: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 DRIVE 84 87 86 81 82 86 18 2187 _ i 13 _ 18 56 23 36 34 36 35 53 26 22 27 34 ...

Page 155: ...3 19171216 130807 Bracket Transax e L H 84 145643 127275X Keeper Belt Transax e L H 85 50360 STD523107 Botl Hex Hd 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 86 71208 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 87 19212016 155071 Shaft Foot Pedal 88 12000008 120183X Bearing Nylon 89 139991 STD551062 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Gauge 90 124346X STD571810 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 96 STD624003 123674X Idler Flat 112 19091210 STD523727 Bolt Hex ...

Page 156: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 62 J J 23 4 11 t l_ _ _ 39 f _ 41 t L i r_ _ 42 D o 27 66 40 j 17 18 25 J 46 8 _ _ 47 s5 f 9_ i J 15 J C 40 67 7 36 ...

Page 157: ... x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Link Drag Washer Lock Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 UNF Bearing Axle Locknut Hex Jam w Washer Insert 5 8 11 UNC Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Screw Hex Socket 1 4 20 x 2 3 4 Shaft Assembly Pittman Bracket Steering Gear Sector Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Tie Rod Washer ...

Page 158: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE 32 31 14 13 81 34 89 61 89 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester 91 92 23 4 93 2O 89 38 ...

Page 159: ...Tube Manifold RH Kohler MV18 Clamp Tube Double Engine Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 w Sems Shield Heat Browning LH Shield Heat Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr 5 16 Screw Hex Skt 5 16 UNV x 3 4 Gasket Order From Engine Manufacturer Nipple Pipe Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 TT Shield Heat Browning RH Shield Browning Control Choke Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF Arrester Spark Tank Fuel ...

Page 160: ...nob Seat Bracket Switch Mounting Bushing Snap Nylon Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 1 3 8 Spacer Split j5 6 21 i i iJ J jj i _ J i _ I L 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 17 32x 1 3 16 x12 Gauge Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 6...

Page 161: ...ssis 46 6 Sp Srs Polo 145247 157293 157294 WHEELS TIRES 1 5 8 7 4 10 11 DESCRIPTION Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs Decal Ins Hood Decal HP Engine Decal Insert Strg Decal Battery Decal Btry DngriPsn Eng Acme Decal Brake Parking Saddle Decal Mower QC System Reflector Taillight Decal Handle Lift Height Adj Pad Footrest Fastener Pop In Footrest Manual Owner s Eng Manual Owners Sp...

Page 162: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER LiFT 41 3 2 6 5 7 8 10 13 31 32 19 2O 1718 16 5 2O 42 ...

Page 163: ... Lock vv vv_n i 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 STD624008 Spring Retainer 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 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 Unc Black 30 150233 Trunnion Infin Height 31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical _z 73540600 Nut Crowntock 3 8 24...

Page 164: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER DECK 116 117 119 45 32 46 33 _ _ 31 41 49 41 49 7 4O 3q 32 46 I I 45 47 21 1 21 22 24 25 27 12 18 44 ...

Page 165: ...lector Mower 119 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 126 Rod Hinge 27 Screw Hex Head Thdrol Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Fig Top Lock Cntr 9 16 Anchor Spring Deck 46 Screw Thdroll 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Tytt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Pulley Idler Flat Keeper Belt Idler 144917 137273 17490620 122052X 144949 133943 145059 137729 144959 139573 STD541437 72110612 153390 156593 19131616 145579 71161...

Page 166: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 930 057A 68 34 7 67 35 9 31 31 23 35 77 29 76 47 13 2 15 46 ...

Page 167: ...90 29 780072 Washer Thrust 77 788078A 30 780108 Washer Thrust 31 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 788067B 37 790007 Plate Brake Pad 103 792166 38 799021 Pad Brake Package of 2 104 792167 39 786026 Pin Dowel 150 788093 40 792076A Washer Flat 900 794602 41 790...

Page 168: ... PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE 1 2 m 4 0 5 9 10 11 18 713 14 15 7 _ 16 I BAFFLES AND SHROUD 8 7 6 5 i 4 BREATHER AND VENT 10 5 7J 3 2 48 ...

Page 169: ...41 06 Gasket Air Cleaner Elbow NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 113 15 Decal Air Cleaner 52 113 30 Decal DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 52 063 41 52 313 05 52 063 42 X 67 83 52 755 70 52 217 01 52 468 16 52 086 11 52 124 23 Baffle 2 Cylinder Head Grommet 2 Baffle Fuel Pump Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 7 16 14 Kit Blower Housing Includes Key Numbers 6 thru 8 Support Upper Housing Washer Flat 2 Screw 1 4 20 x 5 8 ...

Page 170: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE 3 I L _2G 9 CARBURETOR 9 1 7 5 19 5 t 19 2 _2_ 6 10 tN 0 32 17 18 13 11 12 16 34 35 _ 38 5O ...

Page 171: ...5 086 27 Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6 20 25 146 03 20 Crankcase Service with Short Block 21 52 144 24 Part Number 82 522 30 22 25 368 01 23 25 089 02 24 25 086 26 25 25 089 04 26 25 368 03 27 25 089 02 28 52 090 13 29 25 089 03 30 25 194 01 31 25 146 02 32 25 041 04 33 25 757 09 34 25 104 01 35 25 041 03 36 25 100 05 Gasket Intake 2 Kit Manifold Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8 Manifold Intake Washe...

Page 172: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 1 ELECTRIC STARTER 8 DiPSTiCK CTL OER EAO I EXHAUST i 4 Q G 6 4 52 ...

Page 173: ...41 153 01 5 52 126 11 6 52 123 20 7 47 139 01 1 52 098 2 2 X 20 1 3 X 81 1 4 82 755 26 5 52 081 07 6 52 170 05 7 52 211 01 8 52 227 10 9 82 755 28 DESCRIPTION Starter Assembly Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9 Washer Lock 1 4 2 Nut Hex 1 4 20 2 Kit Drive Cap Drive End Armature Bolt Thru 2 Cap Commutator End Kit Brush NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 450 03 Tag Caution EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO CYLINDER HEA...

Page 174: ...IR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 GOVERNOR 27 _ _ _ 28 IGNITION FUEL PUMP 24 19 18 21_ _ _ I 23 8 18 19_ 19 13 _17 14 5 3 1 FLYWH EEL I 8 1 8 3 54 ...

Page 175: ...Governor 2 52 079_06 Linkage Throttle 22 52 090 14 Lever Throttle 23 52 089 08 Spring Torsion 24 25 086 21 Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 25 X 67 97 Screw Hex Washer Head 10 24 x 3 8 3 26 235778 Clamp Cable 3 27 25 431 01 Bushing Speed Control Lever 28 X 70 3 Nut Hex 10 32 29 52 086 05 Screw Hex Head 10 32 x 7 8 DESCRIPTION Screw Pozidriv Truss Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 2 Pump Fuel Assembly Includes K...

Page 176: ...ARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 OIL PAN _1 3 7 OIL FILTER PISTON AND ROD 2 T CAMSHAFT AND VALVES J 8 7 3 9 s _ 3__4 _ 5 2 OIL SWITCH 1 OIL PUMP I 5 6 56 ...

Page 177: ... 2 Piston with Ring Set Standard 2 Piston with Ring Set 003 2 Piston with Ring Set 010 2 Piston with Ring Set 020 2 Piston with Ring Set 030 2 Retainer Piston Pin 4 Ring Set Standard and 003 2 Ring Set 010 2 Ring Set 020 2 Ring Set 030 2 LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 X 75 23 Plug Pipe 1 8 N P T F CAMSHAFT VALVES KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52 012 09 Camshaft 2 52 019 03 Tap...

Page 178: ...SE VICE OTES 58 ...

Page 179: ...NOT ACROSS HiLL SBGHT AND HOLD THiS LEVEL WiTH SKY LINE OR TREE J ili_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not _il greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu iill i_lly to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme ___a ution when ch a nging direction on slopes ...

Page 180: ...or will 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 CentedDepartment and most Re tail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRODUCT TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE MODEL NO MV18S PS58560 PART ...

Page 181: ...embly 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 182: ...ches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Donottrytostabilizethemachinebyputtingyourfootonthe ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes i11 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are oft...

Page 183: ...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 laws 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 ofthis manual LIMI...

Page 184: ... 18 Air Screen 19 Cooling Fins 18 Oil Change 18 Oil Level 14 Oil Type 14 18 Preparation 14 Repair Parts 48 57 Starting 15 Storage 26 F Filter Air Filter 18 Fuel 19 Fuel Type 14 Storage 26 Fuse 24 H Hood Removal Installation 24 L Leveling Mower Deck 20 Lubrication Chart 16 Engine 18 M Maintenance Schedule 16 Mower Adjustment Front to Back 2 Adjustment Side to Side 20 Blade Replacement 17 Blade Shar...

Page 185: ...you 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 toad and unload tractor from a pickup truck Use with2x8or2xl01umber ROLLER for smoother lawn surface 36 inch wide 18 inch diameterwater tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight Rounded edges...

Page 186: ..._ 2 Washers 3 16 x 3 4 x16 Gauge 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 Washers 1 4 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Steering Wheel Manual Video Cassette Mulcher Plate Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size _XM_Y 2 Shoulder 2 Center Bolts lock Nuts 2 Washers 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Gauge Steering Sleeve _M 2 Front Link Assemblies Steering Wheel Insert...

Page 187: ...move STEERING WHEEL STEERING WHEEL _ INSERT _ HEX LOCKNUT i _ FLAT WASHER STEERING i _ WHEEL STEERING ADAPTER _ 1_ SHAFT STEERING _ _ _ SLEEVE _ j FIG 1 BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 Remove iocknut and large flat washer from steering shaft Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft P...

Page 188: ...ng if required Periodic charging LOCK FLAT HEX NUT WASHER WASHER N DISCARD TERMINAL _ HEX PROTECTIVE CAPS X BOLT POSITIVE CABLE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE FIG 2 INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Tighten shoulder bolt sec...

Page 189: ...f the L H front mower bracket Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING r_ u t _n_oo S outward pointing BRACKET deck pins Place the R H suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin If necessary rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown Connect anti sway bar to ch...

Page 190: ...H HOOK WASHER MULCHER PLATE LOCK WASHER WELD NUT FIG 5 l CHECKMS T BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THA T YOU RECEIVE THE BES T PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM TH S QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST _ All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 am...

Page 191: ...E 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 R REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED 6T PARKING BRAKE IGNITION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL Hydro Models only 11 ...

Page 192: ...H SWITCH Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower height LIGHT SWLTCH Turns the headlights on and off GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the ...

Page 193: ...CONTROL See Fig 8 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 8 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BAC...

Page 194: ...ready filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and push it all the way down into the tube wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSI...

Page 195: ...at has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings wil discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 11 o If grass is extremely tall...

Page 196: ...tenance free battery 7 Tighten frontaxle pivot bolt to 35 ft qbs maximum Do not overtighten GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your ...

Page 197: ...balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding 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 ancer Slide blade on to an unthreaded...

Page 198: ... will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug o After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on ...

Page 199: ...The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline...

Page 200: ...tF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual 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 Iftir...

Page 201: ... nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment MANDREL FiG 22 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT E NL TRUNNION FIG 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL See Fig 24 Park tractor on a...

Page 202: ...e electric clutch should provide years of service The clutch has a built in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds Eventually the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage or to not stop as required Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center department Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in OFF position Adjust the thre...

Page 203: ...te position The adjustment is preset at the factory however if adjustment is needed proceed as follows Make sure transaxle is in neutral N o Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral lock gate on fender console Tighten Iocknuts securely GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL LOCK GATE LOCKNUTS CENTER ROD TIE ROD FIG 30 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering w...

Page 204: ...e BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries POS TIVE I NEGATIVE PANEL BOLT 0 0 FIG 32 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 ...

Page 205: ...ne and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position With throttle control lever in fast _ position turn main fuel adjusting needle in clockwise until engine begins to die then turn out counterclockwise until engine runs rough Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions Idle speed setting With throttle c...

Page 206: ...UM 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 FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the ...

Page 207: ... 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or ...

Page 208: ...contact an authorized service center department 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Replace blade mandrel 5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes 1 Remove obstruction 2 Replace mower drive belt 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Replace blade mandrel 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing ...

Page 209: ...D I I I E q _ II f BLACK _ _b GROUNDING CONNECTOR BLACK _1 SPARK lw PLUGS GAP Ib___D I _ 2 PLUGS ON v J TWIN CYL ENGINES i HEADLIGHTS G N H REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS O NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS FC HU B DA NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANG...

Page 210: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ELECTRICAL 21 24 42 4O 19 2O 12 8 7 5 _l 4 6 3_ _ _ _ 29 55 28 3O ...

Page 211: ...ocket W 4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 108824X Fuse 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 21305X Switch Plunger 30 140301 Switch Ignition 3 124211X Nut Ignition 32 141226 Cover Ignition Switch 33 109310X Key Ignition 40 156150 Harness Ignition 41 71110408 BottBlkFin Hex 1 4 20UNCx1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 44 73640400 Nut Keps Bik Hex i 4 20 UN...

Page 212: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 31 90 125 71 115 26 33 30 47 66 87 _ 36 44 26 117 11 114 10 25 120 121 122 _ 6 64 34 39 119 36 123 73 17 29 26 24 140 86 114 117 3 32 ...

Page 213: ...ol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Type Saddle Shield Heat Kohler MV18 Clip Fuel Line Dash Plastic Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash LH Panel Dash RH Hood Assembly Bolt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grill Lens Bar Clear Fender Bracket Assembly Fender Footrest LH Footrest RH Bolt Nut Pal Bracket Assembly Pivot LH Bracket Assembly Pivot RH Fender Strap Nut Push Nylon Rod Support Hood Bushing Snap Split Dash Lo...

Page 214: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 DRIVE 84 87 86 81 82 86 18 2187 _ i 13 _ 18 56 23 36 34 36 35 53 26 22 27 34 ...

Page 215: ...3 19171216 130807 Bracket Transax e L H 84 145643 127275X Keeper Belt Transax e L H 85 50360 STD523107 Botl Hex Hd 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 86 71208 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 87 19212016 155071 Shaft Foot Pedal 88 12000008 120183X Bearing Nylon 89 139991 STD551062 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Gauge 90 124346X STD571810 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 96 STD624003 123674X Idler Flat 112 19091210 STD523727 Bolt Hex ...

Page 216: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 62 J J 23 4 11 t l_ _ _ 39 f _ 41 t L i r_ _ 42 D o 27 66 40 j 17 18 25 J 46 8 _ _ 47 s5 f 9_ i J 15 J C 40 67 7 36 ...

Page 217: ... x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Link Drag Washer Lock Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 UNF Bearing Axle Locknut Hex Jam w Washer Insert 5 8 11 UNC Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Screw Hex Socket 1 4 20 x 2 3 4 Shaft Assembly Pittman Bracket Steering Gear Sector Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Tie Rod Washer ...

Page 218: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE 32 31 14 13 81 34 89 61 89 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester 91 92 23 4 93 2O 89 38 ...

Page 219: ...Tube Manifold RH Kohler MV18 Clamp Tube Double Engine Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 w Sems Shield Heat Browning LH Shield Heat Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr 5 16 Screw Hex Skt 5 16 UNV x 3 4 Gasket Order From Engine Manufacturer Nipple Pipe Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 TT Shield Heat Browning RH Shield Browning Control Choke Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF Arrester Spark Tank Fuel ...

Page 220: ...nob Seat Bracket Switch Mounting Bushing Snap Nylon Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 1 3 8 Spacer Split j5 6 21 i i iJ J jj i _ J i _ I L 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 17 32x 1 3 16 x12 Gauge Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 6...

Page 221: ...ssis 46 6 Sp Srs Polo 145247 157293 157294 WHEELS TIRES 1 5 8 7 4 10 11 DESCRIPTION Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs Decal Ins Hood Decal HP Engine Decal Insert Strg Decal Battery Decal Btry DngriPsn Eng Acme Decal Brake Parking Saddle Decal Mower QC System Reflector Taillight Decal Handle Lift Height Adj Pad Footrest Fastener Pop In Footrest Manual Owner s Eng Manual Owners Sp...

Page 222: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER LiFT 41 3 2 6 5 7 8 10 13 31 32 19 2O 1718 16 5 2O 42 ...

Page 223: ... Lock vv vv_n i 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 STD624008 Spring Retainer 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 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 Unc Black 30 150233 Trunnion Infin Height 31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical _z 73540600 Nut Crowntock 3 8 24...

Page 224: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 MOWER DECK 116 117 119 45 32 46 33 _ _ 31 41 49 41 49 7 4O 3q 32 46 I I 45 47 21 1 21 22 24 25 27 12 18 44 ...

Page 225: ...lector Mower 119 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 126 Rod Hinge 27 Screw Hex Head Thdrol Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Fig Top Lock Cntr 9 16 Anchor Spring Deck 46 Screw Thdroll 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Tytt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Pulley Idler Flat Keeper Belt Idler 144917 137273 17490620 122052X 144949 133943 145059 137729 144959 139573 STD541437 72110612 153390 156593 19131616 145579 71161...

Page 226: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 930 057A 68 34 7 67 35 9 31 31 23 35 77 29 76 47 13 2 15 46 ...

Page 227: ...90 29 780072 Washer Thrust 77 788078A 30 780108 Washer Thrust 31 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 788067B 37 790007 Plate Brake Pad 103 792166 38 799021 Pad Brake Package of 2 104 792167 39 786026 Pin Dowel 150 788093 40 792076A Washer Flat 900 794602 41 790...

Page 228: ... PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE 1 2 m 4 0 5 9 10 11 18 713 14 15 7 _ 16 I BAFFLES AND SHROUD 8 7 6 5 i 4 BREATHER AND VENT 10 5 7J 3 2 48 ...

Page 229: ...41 06 Gasket Air Cleaner Elbow NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 113 15 Decal Air Cleaner 52 113 30 Decal DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 52 063 41 52 313 05 52 063 42 X 67 83 52 755 70 52 217 01 52 468 16 52 086 11 52 124 23 Baffle 2 Cylinder Head Grommet 2 Baffle Fuel Pump Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 7 16 14 Kit Blower Housing Includes Key Numbers 6 thru 8 Support Upper Housing Washer Flat 2 Screw 1 4 20 x 5 8 ...

Page 230: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE 3 I L _2G 9 CARBURETOR 9 1 7 5 19 5 t 19 2 _2_ 6 10 tN 0 32 17 18 13 11 12 16 34 35 _ 38 5O ...

Page 231: ...5 086 27 Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6 20 25 146 03 20 Crankcase Service with Short Block 21 52 144 24 Part Number 82 522 30 22 25 368 01 23 25 089 02 24 25 086 26 25 25 089 04 26 25 368 03 27 25 089 02 28 52 090 13 29 25 089 03 30 25 194 01 31 25 146 02 32 25 041 04 33 25 757 09 34 25 104 01 35 25 041 03 36 25 100 05 Gasket Intake 2 Kit Manifold Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8 Manifold Intake Washe...

Page 232: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 1 ELECTRIC STARTER 8 DiPSTiCK CTL OER EAO I EXHAUST i 4 Q G 6 4 52 ...

Page 233: ...41 153 01 5 52 126 11 6 52 123 20 7 47 139 01 1 52 098 2 2 X 20 1 3 X 81 1 4 82 755 26 5 52 081 07 6 52 170 05 7 52 211 01 8 52 227 10 9 82 755 28 DESCRIPTION Starter Assembly Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9 Washer Lock 1 4 2 Nut Hex 1 4 20 2 Kit Drive Cap Drive End Armature Bolt Thru 2 Cap Commutator End Kit Brush NOT ILLUSTRATED 25 450 03 Tag Caution EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO CYLINDER HEA...

Page 234: ...IR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 GOVERNOR 27 _ _ _ 28 IGNITION FUEL PUMP 24 19 18 21_ _ _ I 23 8 18 19_ 19 13 _17 14 5 3 1 FLYWH EEL I 8 1 8 3 54 ...

Page 235: ...Governor 2 52 079_06 Linkage Throttle 22 52 090 14 Lever Throttle 23 52 089 08 Spring Torsion 24 25 086 21 Screw Hex Washer Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 25 X 67 97 Screw Hex Washer Head 10 24 x 3 8 3 26 235778 Clamp Cable 3 27 25 431 01 Bushing Speed Control Lever 28 X 70 3 Nut Hex 10 32 29 52 086 05 Screw Hex Head 10 32 x 7 8 DESCRIPTION Screw Pozidriv Truss Head 1 4 20 x 5 8 2 Pump Fuel Assembly Includes K...

Page 236: ...ARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER MV18S TYPE NUMBER PS58560 OIL PAN _1 3 7 OIL FILTER PISTON AND ROD 2 T CAMSHAFT AND VALVES J 8 7 3 9 s _ 3__4 _ 5 2 OIL SWITCH 1 OIL PUMP I 5 6 56 ...

Page 237: ... 2 Piston with Ring Set Standard 2 Piston with Ring Set 003 2 Piston with Ring Set 010 2 Piston with Ring Set 020 2 Piston with Ring Set 030 2 Retainer Piston Pin 4 Ring Set Standard and 003 2 Ring Set 010 2 Ring Set 020 2 Ring Set 030 2 LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 X 75 23 Plug Pipe 1 8 N P T F CAMSHAFT VALVES KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 1 52 012 09 Camshaft 2 52 019 03 Tap...

Page 238: ...SE VICE OTES 58 ...

Page 239: ...NOT ACROSS HiLL SBGHT AND HOLD THiS LEVEL WiTH SKY LINE OR TREE J ili_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not _il greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu iill i_lly to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme ___a ution when ch a nging direction on slopes ...

Page 240: ...or will 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 CentedDepartment and most Re tail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRODUCT TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 258680 ENGINE MODEL NO MV18S PS58560 PART ...

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