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Manual Sears 917.257651

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    S A/ S ® MODEL 917.257651 OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly o Operation Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. _i_ ' , ......... _:_ .............................................................. ...

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    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, L GENERAL OPERATION - Read, understand, and foltow all instructions in the manual and on the machine befo ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 3

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

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 4

    TABLE OF , i i SAFETY RULES ................................ i ........................... 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18 WARRANTY .................. ; ................................................ 3 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ; ................................. ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 5

    ,,in,=lr AOOESSOR ESAND ATTACH ENTS , i , ,, i ,,rl,l,lU,,U, ,,, '1' I These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outtets and service centers when the tractor was purchased, Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor, ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OI ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 6

    Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Knob u, ,,, ,U,=lU-i. , n lU="M'I",IIIIr'Illl CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ,i i ,,, ,11,11, i,,111 ;.;;;_,_ Parts packed separately in carton ii i ,n i ,,, nlHin,!, (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gao @ (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 @ (2) ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 7

    ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQU1RED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 8

    inl,lulu"n lu nu!l i i ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) ................ u,m,ull ilUll lUl u i CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. & Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contactwith battery acid, Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive, Read the instructions included with ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 9

    ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5) H'H'I'HHHH' U' CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals, Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. o Lift hood to raised position. o Be sure battery ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 10

    ,IH,I linil- i,,,ll H i , i iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs.7A & 7B) o install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemb[e weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down • Tighten hardware securely. ° Raise and hold deflector shield in upright ...

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    i,J_= ,J , ......... OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the i[lustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference, ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE - - _ ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 12

    ,u i i i-m-=,=, OPERATNON :u_J=_=,,,,, = , i, 11,1 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or' eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacl ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 13

    OPERATION ,i , , , i TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut - Lower mower with attachment lift controt. • Start mower blades by ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 14

    OIPERATJON TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wilt take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine,. o Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake, ° Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position ° Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" positio ...

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    i_ ,,,,i iii ................ CUSTOME ESPON UTIES Ill ml FILL IN DATES ., REGULAR SERVICE /_ __0_ ........ .... _ e,'4_ _,7 _.,_" SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation 6_ 6#/ Check Tire Pressure 6# 4 T Check for Loose Fasteners ........ 6# / 6# 4 R ............ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 6/'4 C Lubrication Chart 6/ V # __ T ,,check B ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 16

    , ,, __ -- CUSTO RESPONSWB L T ES TRACTOR Atways observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION ff tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual) TIRES o Maintain p ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 17

    i CUSTOM RESPONSmlBtLJTJES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary, The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to s!ip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling, ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality deter ...

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    CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES CLEAN AER SCREEN (See Fig. 17) Air' screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. M.,...in., ,'11 im,n.ll I I MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 19

    SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS i i ......................................... i,,,,,i,,, i ill i, i, ii i i i i CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. o Turn ignition key &qu ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 20

    SERVMCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tracto_ is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are propedy inflated (See "PRODUCT SPEC! FtCATIO NS" on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or underinf]ated, you will not properly adjust your mower,. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) o R ...

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    ii i , Ill ',l,,I "1 ' ,",,,i,, ADJUSTMENTS ................ illll WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" SERVICE AN i iml,i i TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake_, BELT REMOVAL - • Remove tractor from ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 22

    SERWCE AND ADJUSTMENTS i. iii i, iliNi i ............... TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual FRONT WHEEL TOE=IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and ca ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 23

    SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST- TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 31) The throttle control has been preset at the factor*/ and adjustment should not be necessary. Checkadjustment as described below before loosening cabfe If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: , With engine not running, move throttle control lever ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 24

    .... = = B = __ STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for' storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wilt not be used for 30 days or more ml ,ill CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark, Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTO ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 25

    TROUIBLESHOOT NG POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine wilf not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration CAUSE t Out of fuel 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly 3 Engine flooded 4 Bad spark p_ug 5 Dirty air fitter 6 Dirty fuel filter 7 Water in fuel 8 Loose or damaged wiring 9 Carburetor out of ...

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    r,,i, ,u -luu _ ............ _,l,lll,ln i,, ,n i TROUBLESHOOTING PO NTS IH i .... uul i, =HH''II n JIL'IJ,J PROBLEM Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven CAUSE 1, Faulty operator-safety presence control system Ill I I I I 1 Worn, bent or toose blade 2 Mower deck not level C ...

  • Sears 917.257651 - page 27

    15.5 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257651 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY RED WHITE FUSE 30 AMP CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) BLACK BLACK BLUE BLACK i ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING CONNECTOR C[ IGNITIONuNIT 1 O SPARK _-PLUG AFTER FIRE SOLENOID CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 3 AMP OC @ 3600 RPM , 2B VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM OIS ...

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