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MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.254791
CRRFTSMRN
Caution;
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
12.5 HP OHV
ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Service and Adjustment
l_.epair Parts
SAFETY RULES
PLUGTO PREVENTACCIDENTALSTARTINGWHENSETTING_UP,TRANSPORTING,ADJUSTINGOR MAKING
CAUTION:ALWAYSDISCONNECTSPARKPLUGWIREAND PLAOEWIREWHEREIT CANNOTCONTACTSPARK
REPAIRS_
IMPORTANT
SAFETYSTANDARDSREQUIREOPERATORPRF..SE
NCECeNTRe LSTO MINIMIZETHERISKOFINJURY YOURUNil" ISEQUIPPEDWITHSUCH
CONTROLS. DONOT ATTEMPTTO DEFEATTHE FUNCTIONOF TRE OPERATORPRE,SENCECONTROLSUNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES_
TRAINING:
Know the controlsand how to stop quickly. Read thisowner's
manual and instructionsfurnishedwith attachments:
Do not allow children to Operate the machine, Do net e_low
edWlsto operate it Witheutpropertnslr00tion.,
De not:carry passengers, Do nat mow when cht!dren and
others al:e b:mund., :,::
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Do noi;_ttem_t to ope[aie your vehicle or nlowsrwhen not In
the driver's seat. _ :;
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Always"gat or_OrOffybur:V_htCe f_'omthb Ope_ai6/'s tafthand _
sldeo
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The vehlble Bnd aetBchments s_oii],_l:b_ stopped and In;
spooled for damage after strfklng _.foielgn objecl, end the '
carnage should be repaired beloreiieslarting and operat ng
the equipment.
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PREPARATION:
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owner's
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0 P ERATION;
*"
Keep your eyes and mind on your vehicle mower and the
area being cut. De not let other tntsres_ distraCt you.
Disengage power to ettachrae_s aniJs_o'pthe engine before
leaving the operator's position_
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Disengage power to mower,stop the engine, and d_sconnect
spa_kplug wite(s)from spark plug(s)before cleaning, making an adjustment, or repair, Be careful to avoidtouchinghot
muffler or engine compononts_
Disengage powerto attachments when transporting or not In
,
,
Take all poestble precautions when leaving the vehicle unattended D{sangage the power take-off, lower the attach_
manta, shift inlo neulret, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and remove the key.
Do not stop or staff suddenly when golng uphill or downhill,
Mow up end down the face of slopes (net greater than "_5"},
never across the face.
Reduce speed on slopes and make t0ms gradually top_event
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
While goingup or down slopes piece gearshift control lever
in I st gear position to negotiate the slope without stopping. ',
BECOME
ALERTII!
AND STORAGE
Keep the vehicle end attachmentstn good operating condition, and keep safety devicestn pface and working.
Keep all nuts, bolL%and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in sate workingcondition.
Never storethe equipment with gasot{nein the tank _nsidea
bulldtng where fumes may reach an open flame or spark
Allow the engine to cool before stodng In any enclosure
Toreduce fire hazard keep the englne free of grassjeaves,
or excessve grease, Do not clean product whileengine is
running,
De not operate without a muftier, or tamper with exhaust
system Damaged mufflers or spark anestare could create a
fire hazard inspect periodicallyand replace if necessary.
Under normal usage the grass catcher bag mated_J ts
subject to deterioration and wear, tt should be checked
frequenttyfor bag replacement Replacement bags should
be checked to ensdre compliance with the orfgfnal
manufacturer's recommendationsor spec_calJens.
manual_
MAINTENANCE
USe_
sAFETY
YOURSAFETY
PRECAUTIONS,
IS INVOLVED.
CONGRATULATIONS
on your
Tractor.
purchase
engineered
of a Sears
ahd manu-
and
PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
HORSEPOWER;
t2,5
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GASOLINE CAPACITY:
5 QUARTS
UNLEADED REGULAR
"-SPAR_
GAP: (,030 INCHES)
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CHAMPION RL860
STD360952
VALVE CLEARANCE:
[NTAKE:
EXHAUST:
.002 IN
004 IN.
917254791
GROUND SPEED:
SERIAL
NUMBER
FORWARD'.
tst- t,10 MPH
2nd..2.00MPH
3_d-3 O0MPH
4th *4 _oMPH
5Ih -5 CoMPH
t,50 MPH
DATEOFPURCHASE
THE MODEL AN D SERIAL N UMBERS WILL BE FOUN D
ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAINTENANCE
AGREEMENT
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
REVERSE:
TIRE PRESSURE:
FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR: t0 PSI
CHARGING SYSTEM;
30-35 FT_L.BS.
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ON BATTERY
For g0 days fromdate ofpurchase, if any battery Inoludedwith this riding equipmentproves delective in material or workmanship
and our testing determines the battery will not held a charge, Sears will reptace the bai,lery at ne charge
WARRANT'( SERVICE iS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE
UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPUES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
This Warranty gives you specificlegal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich v_ry from stats to slate.
SEARS, ROEBUCK
SEARS TOWER,
CHICAGO,
IL 60684
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TABLE
OF CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE ........................................................
14-17
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
............................
18-24
STORAGE ....................................................................
25
TROUBLESHOOTING
............................................
26-27
SCHEMATIC ................................................................
29
REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR .................................
30-43
REPAIR PARTS- ENGINE .....................................
44-49
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
................... BACK PAGE
INDEX
A
Adjustments,*
Brake .......................................
21
Carburetor...L ............................. 24
Mower
P
Parking Brake
Parts Bag .................................
6
Parts, ReplacemenL/Repalr......
80.49
ProductSpecifications ..............
3
R
..................
16
17
_',
"
10,1
- o .............
19
12
Side-To..Side ......................... 1B
25
Throttle Control Cable
24
23
Repair Paris .......................
30-50
Ttansaxle Shifter Unkage ........ 21
S
Air Fliter, Engine .......................
16
Hood RemovafllnstallaUon .............
23
Safety Rules ...........................
2
Air Screen, Engine.................
I6
L
Seat ..........................................
..8
Assembly ........................
7-9
LevelingMower Deck ..: ..........
18-19
Service and Adjustments .......... 18-24
B
Lubrication:
Carburetor .................
24
Battery:
Fuse
23
Chart .......................
14
Chmgtng........................
8
M
Hood Removaltlnstallalton .... ff23
Cleaning .............................
16
Motion Drive Belt
Malhtenance ......................
14.17
tnslaltation ...............................
g
Removal/Replacement ....... 21
Air Filter, .......................
16
Levels ...............................
B,15
Mower Blade Drive Belt
A_rScreen, Engine ................... 16
Preparation ............ ., ............. 8
Removal/Replacement .......... 20
Battery ....................................
15
Starting with Weak Battery ...... 22
Mower Adjuelment
Blade
Storage ..................
25
Frontto-Back ..................
19
Cooling Fins, Engine ...............
17
Terminals ....................
16
Side-to*Side ......................... 18
Engine
011
.....................................
16
Belt:
Mower Removal .....................
18
Fuel Filter ;...........................
17
Molton Drive
Tire Care ........................
8,15,22
Lubribatlon
Chart ........................ 14
Removal/Replacement
,,,21
Slope Guide Sheet ....................
51
Schematic .........................
2g
Mower Blade Ddve
Spark Plugs ...............................
17
Spark
Plugs
......................
17
Removal/Replacement .....20
Specifications.......................
3
Tire Care ....................
BJ5,22
Btade:
Tranaaxle_.
........................
21
Startingthe Engine
13
Sharpening ......... ...............
14
Steering Wheel .......................
7,22
Mower:.
Replacement .....................
14
Stopping the Tractor ...............
1t
Adjustment, Frbnt-tmBack .... 19
Brake Adjustment ............................. 21
, Storage ................................
25
Adjustment,
Stde-to-S!de......
18
C
Blade Sharpening....................... {4
T
Carburetor Adjustment ......._.......
24
Throttle ControlCable
Blade Replacement. .................... 14
Controls, Tractor
10
Cuttlng Level .......................
11
Adjustment .............................
24
Cutllng Level, Mower ....................
11
Installation ...................................
18
33ms..............................................
8,15,22
E
Operation
.............................
12
Trouble ShootingChart
........
27-28
Electrlcah
Removal ..........................
1B
Transaxle:
_nterlocks and Relays
, 23
Mowing Tips . .............................
t3
Wlring Schematic ...........
;29
Repair Parts.. .............
42.43
Muffler ....................... . ..................... 17
Wiring Diagram .....................
;_0
W
Spark Arreslar ..,
..............
3,34
Engine:
Warranty..............................
3
O"
AIr Filter ...............
16
Wiring Diagram ........................
30
Oil:
Air Screen ........................
16
Wiring Schematic ..........................
29
ColdWeather Conditions ...... 12,16
Cool]ng Fins,Engine .............. 17
Engine ............................
16
OII Change ..................
I8
Storage .......... :..................
25
O11Level ..............
I2,t6
Operation .......................
10-13
OilType ...........................
16
Operating Mov_er ....................
12
Praparaiton .............................
12
Options:
Repair Parts ................
30.49
Spark Arrestor ...................
3_34
Starting ....................
13
Storage .......................
25
...............
Frot_-To-rBack
F
Filter;
Air CIeaner, ,., ................
Fuel ..................
;.......
Fuel:
Type ................... _................
Storage ......................
Fuse ................
_..............
:
H
........................................
....................................
14
.....
..................
........................
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These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased They are also available at most Sears ral_li outlets,
catalogand service cents rs M_stSearsst_rascan_rder_heseitemsf_ry_uwh_ny_upt_vld_themodeinumb____yo_rtract_r
ENGINE
SPARKPLUG
MAINTENANCE
MUFFLER
AIR FTLTER
GAS CAN
[ ENGINEOIL
STABILIZER
BLADES
BELTS
PERFORMANCE
Sears offem a w_devarlety of attachments that ftt your vehicle Many of these are listed belowwith bdef explanations of how they can help
you This iist was currentat the timeof publication; however,It may changeIn future years - mars attachments may be added, changesmay
be made In these attachments, or some may notongarbe eva|tableorfityour mode! Contsctyour nearest Sears store for the accessories
and attachments that ere available for your unlL
Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches ar conversionkits (those that do are thdIcated) and are designed for easy
at_ch[ng and de|achthg.
PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass c_tpptngsand
leaves for a healthier, nearer {0eking lawn. Two Permanex
containersherd 30-go!IonpiasUcbags,
LAWN SWEEPERS let you coltsotgrass cflppthgsand ]eaves
LAWN VACS for powerfulcollection of heavy grass clippings and
tsavas. Wand attachment to pick up debds in hard-to-reach
places
CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available
ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-thch wide, 18 Inch
diameterwater-tight drum holds up to3B01be.of weight. Rounded
edges prevent harm to turf Adjustabte scraper automaUcally
cleans drum
SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertl!lzthg, end weed klilfng easy. Broadcast spreaders are also asafui tot granular deicersand sand
CORING AERATOR takes email plugs out of _oll to allow robinlure and nutrients |o reach grass roots 36-thch swath 24
hardened steel codng tips. 150 Ib cepasItyweight tray
AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a heaithy lawn. Topared 2,5" sisal spikes mounted on '_O-th.diameter d{scs puncture holes in soil at close inferrersto tst moisture soak In. Steel
weight tray for Increased penetration.
DE'THATCHER toosansso_{and flipsthatch and matted leaves to
lawn surface fat easy pickup Twenty springline teeth. Usefulto
prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front or rear
mounting
SPRAYERS use 12-volt DO electric motet that connects to the
traclor battery or other 12-vett source. Incfudes booms for
automatic spraying when pulling, end hand held wand for spot
spraying, Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying
herbicides, Insecticides,fungicides, and liquid fertilizers
Parts
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Bag contents
shown
full size
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Seat
(2) Sheet
Metal
Screws
#10-16 x 1/2
Battery
acid
Steering
Wheel
Steering
Boot
Owner's
(I) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18
Manual
(2) Battery
Carriage
Steering
Bushing
(1) Washer
Parts Bag
(2) Keys
Steer,og
Wh0al
Insert
Bolts
1/4-20
X 7-I/2
1/4 - 20 x 3/4
Steering Wheel
Adapter
Terminal Guard
1,!4,
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121Wing Nuts
I/4 20
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Battery Caps
and Instructions
ASSEMBLY
TOOLS
REQUIRED
FOR ASSEMBLY
INSERT
(I)
3f4" wrench
Screwdriver
Utility knife
TO REMOVE UNIT
UNPACK CARTON
FROM
CARTON
shaft.
CHECK
FOR AND REMOVE
ANY
STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNC.
TURE TIRES WHERE UNiT iS TO ROLL
OFF SKID.
clutch/brake
STEERING SHAFT
=SHIPPING
OSITION)
STEERING SHAFT
(ASSEMBLY POSITION)
FIG_1
ASSEMBLY
HOW TO SET UP YOUR
TRACTOR
_i_l
Do
not smoke.
Fumes
from
charged
accidentally
In contact
with
battery
actd'
battery acid are explosive
Flit battery with acid. Fill each cell until it reaches the
bottom of the vent wells. Do not overfill
SHOULDER
BOLT
BOLT
FIG. 3
CHECK
CHECK
CHECK
BELTS
FIG. 2
FOR
PROPER
POSITION
OF ALL
VENTCAP
WELL
_/eAI-fERY
_1I__
LEVELNESS
J/VENT
_ II B
DECK
PRESSURE
Instal{ lhe vent caps to cover the vent wells, Wash the
top of the battery with water to remove any acid, then
wtpe dry
CUTAWAYVIEW
TIRE
boil securely,
SEAT
Follow instructions
bolt securely.
bolt
adjustment
_1 B,f" CELL
AClO
ASSEMBLY
INSTALL
BATTERY
WING
NUT
TERMINAL GUARD
ACCESS
DOOR
Connect BLACK grounding eabte to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex boil, fiat washer,
Iockwasher and hex nut Tighten secure{y
,
,."CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRAGTOR, WE WfSH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE CEfVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TI SFA C TION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT,
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST,
Testing battery
,/
v"
,/
,/
,/
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Periodic charging
POSITivE t*)
POSITIVE(RED)
NEGATIVE( -)
"fERMttIAL
BATTERY
TRAY
FIG, 5
guard
inspection
ware)
BATTERY
DRAIN TUBE
v"
NEGATIVE
(BLACK)
V'
(Minimum
HEX NUT
LOCKWASHERS
,/
,/"
BeCome familia(with
v"
HEXNUT
;_
FIG. 4
location and
OPERATION
LIGHT SW_CH
CLUTCHiBRAKE
PEDAL
IGNITION SW_TCH
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
FIG. 6
Sears Iractors conform to the safety standards
ATTACHMENT
mower blades,
CLUTCH
tGNI'rION
engine
ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and
adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to
your tractor.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift
tever when changing Its position
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL _ Used for declutchlng
braking the tractor and starling the engine.
of the American
National Standards
institute,,
and stopping
the
and
THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROL
contre}llng engine speed.
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OPERATION
The operat on of any ractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the Byes which can resull
in severe eye damage_ Afways wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor
or performing any ad ustments or repairs We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over
the spectacles or standard safety g asses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER "ENGAGED _
POSITION
"DISENGAGED"
POSITION
Depress clutch/brake
end hold.
GEAR SHIFT
LEVER
position
PARK}NG BRAKE
'ENGAGED"
MOWER BLADES
Move aftachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"
sition
po-
lever to "NEUTRAL"
"DISENGAGED"
POSITION
position
CLUTCH/BRAK E
PEDAL "DRIVE"
POSITION
FIG. 7
TO USE THROTTLE
CONTROL (See Fig. 7)
Always operate engine at full throttled
Operating engine at less than full throttlereduces the
battery charging rate and the engine cooling air flow
Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance
the
IMPORTANT: BRING
TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE
STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS, FAILURE TO DO SO WILL
SHORTEN THE USFUL LIFE OF YOUR
TRANSAXLE.
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OPERATION
TO
OPERATE
MOWER
(See
Fig
8)
I /_,
clutch lever up
TO TRANSPORT
clutch laver to
BEFORE STARTING
THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16)
ATTACHMENTCLUTCH
LEVER "DISENGAGED"
POSITION
"x,
ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER
HtGH POSITION
section in
ADD GASOLINE
Ftlt fuel tank
Use fresh clean regular unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).
IMPORTANT;
WHEN OPERATING
IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32F, USE FRESH,
CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINETO
HELP iNSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.
RUNNER
WARNING;
Experience indicales {hal alcohol blended
fuels (called gasollol or using ethane! or methanol ! csn
attract moisture which leads to separation and forma!ion el
acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage
To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer,
Dra_n the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run untII the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty, Use fresh rue! next season See Storage Instructions for addllional information.
Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products In the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
DISCHARGE
GUARD
FIG 8
TO OPERATE ON HILLS
I
'
dlt
Z%
I&
speed on hi{is
12
OPERATION
TO START
(See Fig. 7)
ENGINE
When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run
out of fuel_ tt wilt lake extra cranking time to move fuel from
the tank to the engine
Depress the clutch/brake
brake
Place gearshift
lever In "NEUTRAL"
Move attachment
clutch to "DISENGAGED"
position,
before
NOTE:
If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet or .9I
kilometers) or In cotd temperatures (below 32"F), the
carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best
engine performance
See 'TO ADJUST CARBURETOR"
in the Service and Adlustments section of this manuat
FtG. g
tf grass is etremety tall it shouJd be mowed twice to
reduce load and possible fire hazard from dr ed c p.
pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the
desired height
MOWING TIPS
'I3
MAINTENANCE
F,LL,=
OAT=S
O=eckBrakeOpe=t,oo
iJ ' !"
'V,'
T C=.ckT_rePrese=rer_
for Loose Fasteners
!I/
Check
SharpenlReplace
li_
T
0
if
V e
V #
Mower Blades
=
_
.........
V f
E Cha.0e
E_gine
O,
N
Inspect
-._.2
V'
V#2i
MUffler/Spark
Attester
V"
V _'
_
iv' V,
GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
LUBRICATION CHART
FRONT
WHEEL
The warranty on this vehicle does not cover ilems that have
been subjected to operator abuse or neglgence,
To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual
Some adjustments will need to be made pertodlcaly
properly maintain your unl
_
;
*" FRONT
- WHEEL
to
..............
C_
* ATTACHMENT
CLUTCHPIVOT
EACH
USE
"
**
LUBRICATION
Keep unit wei lubricated
(See "LUBRICATION
CHART"),
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MAINTENANCE
TRACTO R
TO SHARPEN
any maim
BLADE
TIRES
BLADE CARE
CENTER
HOLE
Keep tires free of gasol.rne, oi!, or Jnsect control chemicals which can harm rubberAvoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp oblects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage,
to highest position
to allow access to
FIG. 11
BATTERY
(See Fig. 12)
Your unit has a battery charging system which Is sufficient
for normal use However, periodic charging of the battery
wi{h an automotive charger will extend it's _ife
BATTERY
TRAILING
LEVEL
UP
FIG. 12
Keep battery and term}rials clean
*A GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED BOLT
CAN BE tOENTtFIED BYTHREELtNES
ON THE BOLT HEAD AS SHOWN AT
LEFT,
FtG_ 10
15
MAINTENANCE
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Refill engine wlth oil through oil ftll dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. D=onot overfill. For approximate capacity see
Proauct Speciacatlons on page 3 of this manual.
o20_
0'=
32
60'_
80Q
100"
FIG. 13
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the
traclor Is not used for 25 hours tn one year
Check the crankcase ott level before starting the Engine
and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
30W motor oil or equivalent,
Tighten ott lilt cap/dipstick
securely each ttme you check the oil level SAE 5W-30
motor oi! may be used to make starting easier in areas
where temperature ts consislenfty 32" F or lower
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs 13 & 14)
Replace cartridge
Reassemble
NOTE:
AIR
COVER
AIR
BODY
16
MAINTENANCE
i m,nH,
MUFFLER
SPARK
Remove hood (see "TO REMOVE HOOD" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
Remove screws securing air cleaner body and remove (Cover carburetor opening to prevent entry of
dirt)
Wlth engine
sections
cool,
Be certain carburetor
are in place
1N-LINE
FUEL FILTER
(See Fig, 16)
Fuel flltershould be replaced once each season If fuelfilter
becomes clogged, obstrucling fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required
To reassemble,
PLUGS
FUEL FILTER
GASKETS
COOLING FINS \\
CYLINDER
TUBE
FIG, t6
CLEANING
CARBURETOR
TUBE
SPARK
PLUG
JFFLER
type wax,
FIG. 15
17
&
BEFORE PERFORMING
Depress clutch/brake
TRACTOR
TO
REMOVE
MOWER
Raise attachment
tnatallclutch
spring.
arms
Slide mower
Roll belt over engine pulley, Make sure belt ts Inside all
pultey grooves and Inside belt guides
Raise attachment {ift lever to raise mower.
CLUTCH
LEVER*-_._
ADJUSTMENT
Raise attachement
RETAINER
CLUTCH ROD
EPRfNG
CLUTCH
ROD
RETAINEF
SPRING
PARALLEL
BRACKET
RETAINER
SPRING
ENGINE
PULLEY
HING PINS
FIG,r t7
'18
BOTTOM
EOTTO]_,_
OF CU RL
OF CURL
REARSUSPENSIONTRUNNION
--
ii
LINE
FIG, 20
---
\
GROUNDLINE
FIG, 18
REAR
SUSPENSION
ARM
SIDETOSIDE
ADJUSTMENT
TRUNNION
LIFT BRACKET
FtGo 21
FIG,, 19
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT(See
Figs 20 and 21) To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be ad usted so the rear Is approximately 3/4 to 7/8"
higher than the front when the mower s tn its highest
positton_
Check ad ustment on right side of tractor- Measure distance D' at front and rear flanges of mower housing as
shown
To raise rear of mower, loosen nut "E" on both raar
suspension arms Screw both nuts "F" on both rear
suspension arms an equal number of turns.
When distance "D" is 3/4" to 7/8" higher at rear than
front, retlghten nuts _E"r
Recheck stde-to-sfde
IMPORTANT:
adjustment,
WHEN ADJUSTING
REAR SUSPENSION TRUNNtONS, ALWAYS ADJUST
BOTH EQUALLY
SO MOWER WILL
STAY LEVEL SfDE-TO-StDE,
19
TO ADJUST
(See Fig. 22)
MOWER
BLADE
DRIVE
tDLER
GUIDE
BELT
BELT
BELT
ENGtNE
LH.
MANDREL
EXTENSION
"SP RiNG
. R,H,
from
REPLACE
(See Figs.
ROCKSHAFT
wash-
MOWER
22
BLADE
DRIVE
BELT
23)
and
BRAKE
ROD
PULLEY
NUT
FIG. 22
pulleys
Spring bett guide away from idler putfey and pull belt
off idler puIley
Slide belt from under extension
BELT INSTALLATION
BELT
GUIDES
spdng
spring
FIG. 23
2O
ENGINE
PULLEY
TRANSAXLE
JUSTMENT
(See Figs, 26 & 27)
The transax[e should be in neutral when the gear shirt lever
ts _n the neutral (lock gate) position, The ad ustmsnt is
preset at the factory; however, if adjustment
s needed,
proceed as re!tows,
SHIFTER
LINKAGE
AND
AD-
Turn center rod until gear shift lever falls into neutral
lock gate on fender console,
Tighten locknuts securefy,
ARM
FIG. 26
FIG, 24
TO
REPLACE
MOTION
DRIVE
BELT
(See
Fig, 25)
Park the tractor on love] sudace
Engage parking brake
For assistance, there Is s beft installation guide decal on
bottom side of _eft footres[
LOCKNUTS
ROD
TRANSAXLE
TIE F
pulley
REPLACE ONLYWITH
THIS MANUAL
BELTL[STEDtN
FRAME
FIG, 27
CLUTCHING
TRANSAXLE
PULLEY
STATIONARY
IDLER
ENGINE
FIG, 25
21
STEERING
WHEEL
ALIGNMENT
FRONT
WHEEL
TOE-IN/CAMBER
'
Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (*) terminal of tully charged baltery.
q
HUB CAP
SQUAREKEY
(REARWHEEL ONLY)
"NEGATIVE'
(9
(,)
FIG. 29
FIG. 28
PANEL
aOLT___)_-.
FIG. 30
22
_//
GRILL
ASSEMBLY
HOOD
,HEADLIGHT
HOOD SPRING
FfG, 31
TO
REPLACE
HEADLIGHT
BULB
Raise hood_
Puil butb holder out of the hole In the backside of the
grill,
Replace butb In holder and push bulb holder securely
back tnto the hole in the backside of the grill
=
Close hood,
HINGE BRACKET
FIG. 33
23
ADJUST
ACCELERATION
THROTTLE
CONTROL
CABLE
Check that hole in throttle lever and hole In plate line up.
If holes "A" are not a_lgned, loosen clamp screw and
move throtlte cable until holes are aligned, Tighten
clamp screw securely
TO
ADJUST
CARBURETOR
(See
F|g.
IMPORTANT:
34)
PRELIMINARY
SETTING -
TEST -
THROTTLE CABLE
CLAMP SCREW
LEVER
Do not adjust -
iDLE
MIXTURE
SCRE3N
HIGH SPEED
MIXTURE
SCREW
FIG_ 34
24
STORAGE
CAUTION:
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT,'
L.
ALSO, EXPERI ENCE INDICATES THAT
TRACTOR
FORMATION
OF ACIDS
DURING
STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE
THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE
WHILE IN STORAGE
mower
Remove is mWerstoredfmm
to be
IrrC?pef_rdwol?t_resler_gaen_ i_thoe_
UghulYn'drer_Ve_t_od_'iggeaa_eo'ol_%Vea_'o_t_r?ais
ve biadea
or rust
preventative,
Cleane en_olnra_t_h_(Sre_n'_)_N,NG"
Start the engine and lel it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty
Inspect and replace bs!la, ff necessary (See belt replacement instructions In the Service and Adjustment_
section of this manual),
,
Lubricate
manual.
ere securely
_r,S_own
e _ '_sePp_
_t m __ ;g ePsa_
taSr
_ r damage' breakage
BATTERY
ENGINE OIL
recharging
CYLINDERS
*
,,
'
Tou_i_stg_tui_en
okel
Yt "START" PSitin for a few secnds
OTHER
Do not store gasoline from one season to another
25
TROUBLESHOOTING
POINTS
PROBLEM
CAUSE
wet netstart
1
2
3
4
&
8
7,
Out of fuel
Engine not "CHOKED" preper;y
Engfne flooded
Bad spark plug
Dirly aft fit{or
Dirty fuel f_Itar
Waler In fuel
t
2
&
4
&
6.
7.
8
g
tO,
8
g10
1
2
3
4
5
8
7
8
Hard to start
1
2
3
4
5,
6
7
8
g
tO
t
2
3
4
Loss of power
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
B
g
10.
11,
12.
t3,
!4
15,
Excessive vibration
1
2,
3,
CORRECTION
1,
2
3,,
4
5.
6
7.
8
1
2
3
4
G
6
7
8
9
t0
DepressCIulch/bmkepedat,
Disengage attachment clutch
Connect wire to spark ptug
Recharge or repiece batteq/,
Replace fuse
Clean batter./I_rminala
Check alt wiring
Chsckheplace Ignition swkch
Check/replace sofenoldorstader
Contact Sears Servtce Center
1
2,
3
4,
I
2
3
4
5
O
7
B
g
10
I t,
t
2r
13
14
15
1
2
3
26
'
'L
'
TROUBLESHOOTING
,I.I,,L
PROBLEM
,ll,ll,,llll
POINTS
, i
CORRECTION
CAUSE
Faultyopereior-eafetypresencec_ntmteys_m
POOr
1
2
3
4
2,
3
4
"F
Obsb_oUon
2
3
4
5
cut
- uneveil
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
g
tO
In clutch mechanism
2
3
4
6
t
2
3
4
5
6
7
B
9
!0
Removemower
obstrucUoo
Adjust
ddve bait.
Replese mower drive bell
Reptess idler pulley
Replace blade mandrat
2
3
4
5
Swllch is "OFF"
Bulb(e) burned out
Faulty light swtlch
Loose or damaged wlffng
Blown fuse.
2
3
4
5,
1
2
3
4
2
3
4
Replace baffery
Cheek/clean_l connesl$ons
Replace regulator
Replesa eltemaler
27
SERVICE NOTES
28
LAWN TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917.254791
SCHEMATIC
BATTERY
"
Wt_II"E
O' Z}
_USE30 AMP
STARTE_
OLENOID
_l"r_ .....
iGNITiON
SWITCH
CLUTCHtBRAKE
(PEDAL UP)
I
I
......
I
BLACK
BLACK
8L,_CK
BLACK
I_
f
SEAT
SWITCH
{NOT OCCUPIED)
ATPMENTCLUTCH
(CLUTCHOFF)
B_CK
IGNITION
UNIT
_._,4psoc,f
_TTERY
DIODE
_'_-)
&.\.
SPARK
PLUG Q--
ALTERNATOR
_N L_NE}
BROWN
HEADLIGHT
SWITCH
(OFF)
HEAD UGHTS
-"'4[_NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
IGNITION
POSITION
OFF
SWITCH
--_.)_-_REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
WIRING INSULATED
CIRCUIT
M + G
ON
B+L
START
B +S
CLIPS
29
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PARTS
12.5 HP 38"
RIDING
LAWN TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917.254791
ELECTRICAL
19
28
121
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REPAIR
PARTS
LAWN TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917'.254791
ELECTRICAL
KEY PART
NO, NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1I
12
13
t4
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
7662J
127441X
129794
109310X
110712X
104445X
7603J
109596X
STD365402
108824X
8TD551125
73350400
74780408
STD541425
t08423X
11050400
719J
5114J
109553X
4207J
74760412
STD551025
STD541025
12t265X
t02476X
KEY PART
NO. NO,
DESCRIPTION
Bulb, Light
Harness, Light Socket
Harness, Wiring
Key, Molded
Switch, Light
Switch, Interlock
Tray, Bailer/
Clamp, Hose
*Switch, Ignition
Fuse
"Washer, Lock 1/4
Nut, Hex, Jam I/4.20
Bolt, Hex t/4-20 x 1/2 Grade 5
*Nul, Keps I/4-20
Cable Assembly
Washer, Lock, ExtematTooth
1/4
Cover, Term!hal
Cable, Batter!
Switch, Inlerlock
Cable, Batter/
Bolt, Hex 1/4-20x3/4
*Washer
9/32 x 5/8 x t6 Gauge
* Nut, Hex 1/4-20
Battery
Guard, Terminat
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
123198X
STD551125
72240460
109081X
123620X
124211X
7192J
105687X
121305X
STD601005
74641008
37
38
39
40
41
--
73951000
4171R
121264X
!"{150400
123620X
101539X
--
130898
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HARDWARE
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DESCRIPTION
13
_14
36
_37
31
35
Spring
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1/4
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PARTS
LAWN
TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917,254791
DRIVE
64
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OPT)ONAL
EQUIPMENT
Sp_,r k Arresler
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34
34
REPAIR
PARTS
LAWN TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917.254791
DRIVE
KEY PART
NO. NO_
1
129795
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
t2
14
t05731X
STD551!43
71130720
125907X
122983X
125593X
101326L
t23528X
STD551131
129921
17490620
t5
16
STD551125
127050X
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
STD523727
STD541437
12000003
123666X
12000026
109167X
STD623710
17490512
26
27
28
30
31
127275X
73530400
._2-,"-9_X
129797
123793X
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
127274X
STD523707
121748X
106933X
127270
71040412
106362X
STD561210
19171216
104777X
17490612
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
19131312
129796
109070X
4470J
123674X
127783
123789X
STD523715
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
Engine, 12.5 HP, Tecumseh
Model Number 143.416082
Pulley, Engine
*Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring
Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 1-1t4
V-Beft, Drive
Muffler
Gasket
Defiecfor, Muffler
Screw, Cap, Hex 5/16-18 x 5/8
*Washer, Lock 5/16
Keeper, BeEt, Engine
Screw, HexWasher Hd., Thd. Roll.
3/8-16 x 1-I/4
*Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring
Transaxle, Tecumseh, 5 Speed,
930 Peerless
*Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x2-314
* Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
E-Ring
Pulley, Transaxle
Ring Retainer
Bracket, Transax e
*Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1
Screw, Hex Washer Hd, Thd Roll.
5t16-18 x 3t4
Keeper, Belt, LH.
Nut, Nylok t14-28
Shaft, Shifter Assembly
Spring, Compression
Rod, Tie
. Keeper, Belt, RH.
Bolt, Hex 3/8.16 x 3f4
Washer 25132 x 1-5/8x 16 Gauge
Knob, Shift
Rod, Shift
Bolt, Hex 1/4-28x3/4
Washer, Shift Plate
*Pin, Cotter 1/8x 1
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x16 Gauge
Retainer, Belt
Screw, Hex Washer Hd.,Thd. Roll
3/8-16x 3/4
Washer 13/32 x I3t16x 12 Gauge
Fan, Pump, Oil
Retainer, Belt
Spacer
idler, Flat
Idler, Groove, Plastic
BellcrankAssemb_y
*Boil, Hex 3/8-16x 1-1/2
5I
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
76
77
78
79
60
81
82
105709X
1108!2X
12000039
105710X
8TD56!210
127272X
110437X
106888X
73350600
19131316
125638X
124236X
122424X
8883R
121749X
STD571810
t20183X
STD580025
127222X
89192
65139
123969X
106108X
109502X
12000001
121520X
12669tX
110422X
105706X
123205X
17030808
83
84
85
86
87
88
91
95
96
97
96
99
100
101
-=-
123782X
130849
19091210
11050600
7152J
12185tX
104757X
11150400
74760540
19111 tt6
73680500
127285X
2228M
19211816
129783
10863tX
* STANDARD
NOTE;
DESCRIPTION
HARDWARE
o - PURCHASE
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_18
98
(5_43 ._43
@t8
35
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LOCALLY
REPAIR
PARTS
36
REPAIR PARTS
12.5
STEERING
HP 38" RIDING
LAWN
TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917,254791
KEY PART
NO. NOo
KEY PART
NOo NOo
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
126604X010
74180512
73510500
109816X
424434X
STD522510
!26684X
124417X
126595X010
17490608
Dash
Screw, ]"russ Head 5/16-18x 3/4
Nut, Keps 5/46-18
Nyllner, Snap-In
Control, Throttle
*Screw, Hex, Thd. Cut, 1/4-20x 5/8
Washer l/4xS/Sx16Gauge
Boot, Steering Shaft
Saddle
Screw, HexWasher Hd., Thd Rot!
3/8_t 6 x 1/2
41
42
44
46
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
1t
13
t4
!5
I6
17
18
19
20
22
126471X
100710L
STD541350
100712K
100713N
!00711L
STD551125
71070410
t26938X
STD611005
24
25
26
124373X
124036X
174906t2
53
54
56
56
57
58
59
60
61
63
65
67
69
--
27
28
29
30
31
32
34
35
35
38
39
40
6266H
124034X
124035X
12000029
57079
124038X
104757X
5479J
124033X
49212010
74761060
I05669X
Cllp, Insulated
insert, Steering Whee
*Locknut, Hex, Jam 1/2-20
Washer 2-1/4
Wheal, Steering
Adapter, Steering Wheel
*Washer, Lock 1/4
Screw, Socket Hex 1/4-20x 5/8
Bumper, Heed
*Screw, Hex, Self-Tapping
#10-16 x 1/2 Type ABTPS
Bushing, Steenng
Bracket, Steering
Screw, He Washer Hd ,Thd. Roll
3/8-16 3/4 Type TT
Bearing, Thrust
Gear, Sector
Shaft, Support
R{ng, Klip
Washer, Hardened
Shaft, Steering, Lower
Cap, Axle
Plug, Button
Shaft, Pitmen
Washer 21/32 x !-1/4 x 10 Gauge
Bott, Hex 5/8-11 x3-3/4
Axle, Front
110438X
73601000
124037X
3366R
105715X
t20754X
19131416
76020412
8TD551t37
73610600
128122
I05656X
I05654X
278H
9040H
106732X
59192
65139
124157X
19272016
59904
STD554231
!2t748X
121232X
425879X
108456X
DESCRIPTION
Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle
Locknut, Flange 5/8-11
Gear, Pin{on
Bearing
Rod, Tie
Bushing
Washer t3/32 x7/8 x 16 Gauge
Pin, Cotter t/8 x 3/4
*Washer, Lock 3/8
Nut,Fin Hex 3/8 x 24UNF
Link, Drag
Spindler L H.
Spfndie, R.H
Fitting, Grease
Bearing, Flange
Rim, Front (Incl. 2 each Key No 56
Cap, Valve
Stem, Valve
Ttre, Front
Washer 27/32 x i-!/4 x 16 Gauge
Tube, Front
*Washer, Lock, Internal Tooth 5/16
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x16Gauge
Cap, Spindle
Decal, Steertng Wheel Cap
Decat, Instruction, Operating
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_3
37
LOCALLY
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12_5 HP 38" RIDING
LAWN
TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917.254791
LIFT ADJUSTMENT
16
F 9
13 _'__11
10
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B
i
31
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13
45
44._,
40
43
45
47
38
REPAIR
PARTS
LAWN TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
917.25479t
LIFT ADJUSTMENT
KEY PART
NO. NOo
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1t
12
13
14
124429X
106932X
106451X
73680600
106452X
19171516
17021008
106447X
123549X
109202X
101335K
124028X
123487X
17490612
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
19(}91416
122795X
!21794X
124031X0t2
19211416
STD581062
122365X
122512X
17490412
24
25
26
27
28
29
80
31
32
105736X
5320R
120183X
105839X
105838X
STD551025
122507X
123650>(
122364X
KEY PART
NO, NO.
DESCRIPTION
Lever, Clutch, Mower
Knob
Bolt, Shoulder
Nut, Crowntock 3/8_t6
Bracket, Switch, Interlock
Washer !7/32 x 15/16 x 16 Gauge
Screw, He,Tapping
#10-24
Support, Lever, Clutch
Cap, Fuel
Tank, Fuel
Une, FtJel
Grommet
Clamp, Hose
Screw, Hex Washer Hd., Thd Rott
3/6_16 x 3/4
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
Panel, Dash, LH
Cover, Access
Panel, Dash, R.H.
Washer 21/32 x 7/8 x t6 Gauge
*E_Rlng
Bulton, Plunger
Spring, Compression
Screw, Hex Washer Hd, Thd. Roll.
1/4.203/4
Shield, Heat
Clip, Insulated
Bearing, Nylon
Receptacle, ti4Tum
Retainer, 1/4 Turn
*Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Shaft, Lift
Stud, 1/4Turn
Plunger
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
47
46
49
60
51
52
63
54
65
57
59
60
61
62
DESCRIPTION
125631X
4939M
I10029X
110447X
110448X
121596X
105848X
121599X
I06308X
STD541050
9t35R
19171516
4921H
106444X
STD523707
109726X
STD561210
t24444X
19131410
1225t4X
105767X
124446X
108236X
110739X
73980600
73360700
73710700
122581X
Y' STANDARD
Grip, Handle
Retainer, Spring
Link, Lift
Trunnion, Lift
Link, Lift, Adjustable
Arm, Suspension, RH
Bolt, Shoulder 3/8.16
Arm, Suspension, L.H
Trunnion, Uft, Lower
*Nut_ Hex 1/2-!3
Retainer, Spring
Washer t7/32 x 15/16 x 16 Gauge
Retatnero Spring
Bracket, Bellcrank
* Bolt, Hex 3/8-t 6 x 3/4
Bellcrank Assembly
* Pin, Cotter 1/6 x 3 4
Rod, Clutch, Primary
Washer 13/32 7/6 x 10 Gauge
Rod, Assembly, Lever
Pin, Groove
Spring, Etention
Bracket, Switch
Washer, Spring
Nut, Ftange_c_k 3/6 x 16
N[._t,Hex, Jam 7/16-20
Nut, Orownlock 7/16-20
Couple, Lift, Lever
HARDWARE
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LOCALLY
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- - MODEL
NUMBER
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38" MOWER
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44
A
CC
54
55
67
48
67
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40
41
4O
REPAIR PARTS
12.5 HP 38" RIDING
LAWN TRACTOR
- - MODEL
NUMBER
9'17.25479'1
38" MOWER
KEY PART
NO. NO.
KEY PART
NO. NO,
DESCRIPT|ON
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
fl
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
24
25
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
106085X
121259X
8417J
73680600
19111216
72140505
t05896X
110452X
I06734X
106735X
106736X
105304X
105662X
105744X
105872X
109835X
STD523707
73680500
109698X
109597X
STD533107
I09503X
109604X
126756X
74760632
127163X
106902X
123688X
106613X
102669X
t21687X
100668L
17490614
37
17490620
38
39
40
121263X
19132012
STD551137
V-Bait
Housing
Runner, RH
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
Washer 11/32x3i4x16Gauge
Bolt, Carriage 5/t6..18 x 5/8
Bracket, Deflector
Nut, Push
Spring, Deflector
Rod, Hinge
Shield, Deflector
Cap, Spr{ng
Link, Parailel
Pin, Hinge, Front
Stop, Link
Pin, Htnge, Rear
*Bott 3/8-16 x 3/4
Nut, Crewnleck 5/t6-18
Bracket, Lift, RH
Bracket, Lilt, LH.
*Bolt, Carriage 5/t6-18 3/4
Support, Arm
Stop, Deck, Front
Guide, Belt
Bolt 3/8-16 x 2
Arm, ldlar
Spacer, Retainer
Pulley, Idler
Washer, Wear 1/16
Keeper, Bett
MandrelAssembly
Plate, Support, Mandrel
Screw, Hex Washer Head
3/8q6 x 7/8
Screw, Hex Washer Head
3/8-16X 1-t/4
Blade
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge
* Washer,Lock
3/8
41
42
43
44
45
46
48
49
60
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
---_
-.......
DESCRIPTION
STD623715
108250X
108235X
4921H
6404J
t24066X
108247X
72140606
106243X
!08241X
105857X
108673X
106576X
106483X
108249X
106456X
100672K
100673L
19131814
74760686
7631J
1911t016
72140610
122314X
STD580907
72110506
74760412
109893X
73680400
110445X
STD551037
122215X
105814X
3713J
121343X
* STANDARD
HARDWARE--
PURCHASE
13
_5
_19
_4
_19
_19
_4
@19
_4
LOCALLY
_)_)7070
@ 71
41
REPAIR
PARTS
LAWN
TRACTOR
TRANSAXLE
-- MODEL
- MODEL
NUMBER
NUMBER
917,254791
143,930-009
TRANSAXLE
74
/
42
REPAIR PARTS
12,5 HP 38" RIDING
LAWN
TRACTOR
- - MODEL
- MODEL
NUMBER
NUMBER
917.254791
143.930-009
TRANSAXLE
KEY PART
NO. NO.
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
17
!8
20
21
22
23
25
772108
780086
770102
776260
776219
778139
778138
792136
784352
784355
778229
778113A
778221
778068
778260
786139
786102
792077
792078
792079
788061
792073
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
40A
792125
792035
788040
780072
780108
780001
792001
788051
780105A
780118A
790003
790007
790006
786026
792076
792128
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
Cover, Transaxle
Bearing, Need{e
Case, Transaxle
Shaft, Counter
Shaft & PinfonAssembfy, Output
Gear, Output
Gear, Spur, 15Teeth
Key
Coltar, Shifter
Rod & Fork Assembly, Shift
Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth
Bevel Pinion, Input
Gear, Bava{
Gear, Bare{ Pinion
Gear, Ring
Pin, Drive
Spacer, Neutral
Bail, Steel, 5/16 diameter
Screw, Set 3/8-16x3/8
Spring
Ring, Felt
Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread
Forming 1/4-20 x t-1/4
Ring, Retainer (4 req., pkg. of 2)
R}ng, Retainer
Ring, Retainer
Washer, Thrust
Washer, Thrust
Washer
"O" Ring
Seal, Square Cut
Bushing, Flanged
Bushing, Flanged
Disk, Brake
Plate, Brake Pad
Pad, Brake
Pin, Dowel
Washer, Flat
Washer, Fiat
41
42
790047
792073
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
60
61
62
64
65
66
67
792075
790025
776315A
776135
774690
774691
778191
778124A
778123A
778122A
778209
778230
778126A
778127A
778128A
778163
786081
786082
786123
792074
780139
786067
792085
68
69
70
71
72
74
75
76
77
786086
780051
786118
788069
7861t6
786071
786072
780090
788075
NOTE;
,t3
DESCRIPTION
Lever, Brake
Screw, FIanged Hex Head, Thread
Forming 1/4-20 x 1-t/4
Locknut 5/18-24
Holder, Brake Pad
Shaft, Brake, 4-keyed
Shaft, Input
Axle, 11-151t6
Axle, 16.1t2
Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 80 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth
Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth
Chain, Rolter (#41 chain, 24 links)
Sprocket, 9 Teeth
Sprocket, 18 Teeth
Plug, Hex Head, Threaded 9/16-18
Washer, Thrust
Spacer
Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread
Forming 1/4-20 x 2-1/4
Bracket, Brake Lever
Washer, Thrust
Spacer
Seal, Square Cut
Disk
Spacer
Spacer
Washer, Thrust
Ring, Retaining
REPAIR
PARTS
44
REPAIR
PARTS
KEY PART
NO. NO!
2
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
25
25B
26
35323A
27652
28277
35324
35520
29916
650548
35521
35319
35326
30322
650561
30
31
35
36
37
38
40
35336A
35327
29826
29918
29216
29642
35776
40
35777
40
35_'78
41
35773
4t
35774
4t
35775
42
42
42
43
45
35779
35780
35781
35772
35330A
46
47
48
50
650908
650882
35313
35314A
51
52
60
61
64
35315
31356
35316
35317
30063
65
70
650128
35711A
72
75
80
31927
35319
35712
KEY PART
NO. NO,
DESCRIPTION
Cylinder Assy (lncf Nee 2 & 20)
Pin, Dowel
Washer, Flat
Rod, Governor
Lever, Governor
Clamp, Throttle lever
Screw, Hex washer hd., 8-32 x 5/!6
Spring, Control
Seal, 011
Baffle, Blower housing
Nut & Lockwasher 8-32
Screw, Hex washer hd Dudok,
1/4-20 x 5/8
CrankshaftAssy
(Counterbalance)
Gear, Counterbalance
Screw, Hex washer hal., t0-32 x 3/4
Washer, ET, Lock
Nut, Lock I0-32
Ring, Retaining
Piston, Pin & Ring Assy (Std) (lncl.
Non. 41, 42 & 43)
Piston Pin & Ring Assy. (.010 oversize) (Incl Nee. 4!, 42 & 43)
Piston, Pin & Ring Assy, (.020 oversize) (lncl. No& 41,42 & 43)
Piston & Pin Assy. (Std} (inct No.
43)
Piston & Pin Assy. (010 oversize)
(Ind. No. 43)
. .
Piston & Pin Assy. (020 overslze_
(Incl, No 43)
Ring Set Piston (Sld,)
Ring Set, Piston (.010 oversize)
Ring Set, Piston (020 oversize)
Ring, Piston ptn retaining
RodAssy,
Connecting (Inct Nee.
46 & 47)
Bolt, Connecting red
Bolt, Connecting rod
Lifter, Valve
Camshaft (Mechanica_
Compression Release) (Inc! No.
48)
WelghtAssy_, Counterbalance
PumpAssy.
Oil
Extension, Btowerhous_ng
*Gasket, Mounting flange
Screw, Hex washer hd. Seres,
1/4-20 x 1/2
Screw, Hex hdo Sems 10-24 x I/2
Flange, Mounting (Incl Nos_ 72, 75,
80)
PIug, eli drain
Seat, OIl
Shalt, Governor
81
82
83
84
86
35479
35321
35322
29193
650833
68
89
90
91
92
93
100
102
103
31767A
32589
6! 1093
35935
650880
65088t
35135
650872
650814
119
120
121
122
t23
124
35854
35307
730218
792035
35288
650738
t25
125
126
126
127
128
129
130
135
35308
35433
35309
35432
650691
650690
650746
650692
34046
141
142
143
144
145
146
33481
35475
35310
33484
650168
32610A
147 33509
148 34410
149 33510
150 33507
151 33505
152 35295
153 35296
154 850878
155 35297
156 35298
157 28264
158 35468
159 35299B
160 35300
16t 650879
45
DESCRIPTION
Washer, Ftat
GearAssy., Governor
Spool, Governor
Ring, Retaining
Screw, Hex washer hd Powerlok,
1/4.20 x 1-3/16
Spacer, Governor gear
Key, Fiywheel
Ftywheel
Fan, Crankshaft
Washer, Lock
Nut, Flywheel
Solid State Assy.
Stud, Solldstateassy
Screw, Terx hex washer hd Sems,
10-24 x 1
*Gasket, Cytlnder head
HeadAssy,
C_linder
Valve Guide Kit (Inct, 2 of No, 122)
Ring, Retaining
Brace, Inlake pipe
Screw, Hexwasher
splnlock hd.
thread forming, 1/4-20 x 5/8
Valve, Exhaust (Std.)
Valve, Exhaust (1/32" oversize)
Valve, Intake (Std.)
Valve, Intake (1t32" overslze)
Washer, Fiat
Washer, BelleviIIe
Screw Hex hd. 8/16-18 x 318
Screw Hex hd. 5/16-18 x 1_3/4
Resistor Spark plug (Champion RL86C or equivalent)
1"*"O" Ring
Tube, Push rod
Housing, Rocker arm
t*"O" Ring
Washer, Flat
Screw, Flanged hex hd., 1/4-20 x
29/32
t*"O" Ring (intake)
t*"O" Ring (Exhaust)
Cap, Valve spring
Spring, Valve
Cap, Valve spring keeper
t*"O" Ring
Guide, Push rod
Stud, Rocker arm
Arm Rocker
Beadng, Rocker arm
1" NutAsay., Lock (lncl. No 162)
Rod, Push
f*"O" Ring Assy, (IncL No. 161)
Cover, Rocker arm housfng
f* Screw, Truss hd. w/sealing
{ockwasher, 8-32 x 1/2
REPAIR PARTS
12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.254791
ENGINE TECUMSEH
- MODEL NUMBER143.416082
ENGINE
46
REPAIR PARTS
12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR
KEY PART
NO. NO.
162
t69
170
171
172
173
174
180
181
182
650903
27896A
28423
28424
28425
35350
650128
35301
650128
650517
184 33263
185 35656
!86 35934
t86A35523
200 35624
202 33502
205 65077
207 35525
209A650902
210
211
27_793
28942
223
792028
224
237
239
240
33515A
35286
33629
35402B
243
245
650875
35403
246A 35_404
250 35405
251 650886
251A650825
252
650887
260
261
35793
30063
KEY PART
NO. NO,
DESCRIPTION
t*Nut, HexJam
* Gasket, Valve cover
Body, Brealher
Element, Breather
Cover, Valve spring box
Tube, Breather
Screw, Hex hd. Same, 10-24 I/2
Extension, Blower housing
Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 10-24 x 1/2
Screw, Hex hd Seres,
1/4-20x 13/16
* Gasket, Carburetor to intake pipe
Pipe, Intake
Link, Governor
Link, Choke
BracketAssy,,Overrtdecontroi
(IncL Nas. 202, 205)
Spring Compression
Screw Fit, hd., 6-32 x 2t/32
Link, Control bracket
Screw, Hex washer hd., Some,
t0-32 x 7/16
Clip, Conduit
Screw, Hexwasher hd Seme,
10-32 x 3/8
Screw, Hex hd- Sems=
5./16-18 x 7/8
*Gasket, intake pipe
Adapter, Air cleaner
* Gasket, Air cleaner elbow
Body Assy, Air cleaner (IncL No.
239)
Screw, FiL hd. Some, 10.,32 x 6-1/4
Etement, Air eteaner (lnct. No
25tA) (paper)
Filter Poty pro-cleaner
Cove;, Air cleaner
Nut, Wing1/4.20
Nut E.TLockwasher,
t/4..20
(SeaIing)
Screw,Hex
washer hd self-drill,
se_f-tap, 1/4-20 x 1
Housing, Blower
Screw,Hex hd Seres, 1/4-20 x 1/2
262
297478
255
286
287
35290
38792
650936
290 30705
292 26460
292A35864
296 342798
305 35574
307 35499
308 33997
308A35437
310 35576
314 650873
316 511113
321
322
323
325
342
610935
610921
610922
27275
650273
361
30063
363
370
380
395
400
401
420
34148
34346
632490
35763A
35865
35332
730225
DESCRIPTION
Screw, Hex hd, Sems,
5/16-24 x 21/32
Cover, Cylinder head ,'"
Screen Debris
'
Screw, Hex washer hd. shoulder
10-32 x 13/32
Line, Fuel
Clamp Fuel line
Clamp Fuel fiiter to fuel line
Filter, Fuel (tncl Nos 292 & 292A)
Tube, Oil Jill
"O" Ring
Clip, Ott ftll tube
Clip, Ott fill tube
Dipstick, Oil
Screw, Hex hd Sems, I/4-20 x3/4
Cell Assy., Alternator (3 Amp D.C )
(Incl, Nos 321,322 & 323)
Diode
Connector,Body
Terminal, Fema{e
Cftp, Wire
Screw, Hex hd Seres,
5116-18 x 5/8
Screw, Hex washer hd. Sems,
1/4-20 x 1/2
Spring, Coil
Decal, Instruction
Carburetor (IncL No. 184]
Starter Motor (12 Volt)
Gasket Set (lncL Items marked *)
"0" Ring Kit (Incl. items marked 1)
SAE30 4-Cycle Engine OU (quart)
RPM Settings:
High Speed: 3350 - 3650
Low Speed: 1950 - 2250
* indicates Par_s Included
Set, Ref No 400.
in Gasket
47
REPAIR PARTS
12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR
"- MODEL NUMBER
917.254791
ENGINE TECUMSEH
,. MODEL NUMBER143.416082
ENGINE
KEY PART
NO. NO.
I
2
3
4
5
5A
6
7
8
9
i0
tl
12
632490
632471
632244
632517
650506
630766
630738
650417
632472
6324'73
632429A
630746
631027
631021
13
14
631022
632019
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
Carburetor
Shaft & Lever Assy, Throttle
Spring, Throttle return
Shutter, Throttle
Screw, Rd, hal, 4-40 x 3/16
Spring, Idle regulating screw
Spring, Main adjustment screw
Screw, Idle regulating
Shaft & Lever Assy, Choke
Spring, Return
Shutter, Choke
*Plug, Welch
*Plug, Welch
* Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip Assy.
ntc{ No 13)
p, Inter needle
Float, Carburetor
48
15
16
21
22
631024
631867
27110
632239
23
24
25
27
29
29A
30
31
32
630740
632281
631028
631184
631971
631183
630739
631775
632347
DESCRIPTION
* Shaft, Float
* Bowl, Float
Gasket, Bowl-to-body
* Adjustment Screw Assy,, Main
adjustment screw ( InclNo's 5A,
21,23, & 30)
"O" Ring
* Screw, Idle adjustment
* Gasket, Bowl-to-body
Washer
Seal, Dust
Seal, Dust
Washer, Flat
Filling, Fuel
Repair Kit(Incl items marked *)
REPAIR PARTS
12,5 HP 38" RIDING
LAWN
ENGINE
TRACTOR
TECUMSEH
- - MODEL
- MODEL
NUMBER
NUMBER
917,254791
t43,416082
ENGINE
16
18
12
10
14
6
6
,KEY PART
NO, NO,
DESCRIPTION
....
1
2
3
4
8
6
7
8
9
35763A
33451
33842
33430
33431
33432
35693
33450
35894
35895
KEY PART
NO, NO.
49
t0
12
14
15
16
35900
35896
35897
35898
35899
17
18
19
650168
650864
590500
DESCRIPTION
Housing Assy
Brush 8, Spring Kit
Washer, Thrust
Bolt, 16-32 x 4-11/64
Cap & Brush Card Assy,,
Commutator End (IncL Nos- 12, 14,
17, & 18)
Washer, Flat
Nut, Hex
Washer Thrust
SERVICE NOTES
i
ill
5O
SLOPE SHEET
tD
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SEAl, S
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.254791
CRAFTSMAN
+
12.5 HP OHV
ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Each tractor has Its own model number_ Each engine has Its owe1mSdel
number
The modet number for your engine wll+ be found on the blower housing of
the engine.
All pads Itsted herein may be ordered from any Sears Service
and most Retaii Stores,
HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS
WHEN ORDERING
ING INFORMATION:
PRODUCT
REPAIR
PARTS_ ALWAYS
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- LAWN TRACTOR
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