Sears 917.258524 User Manual

BmmBCRRFTSMRN%MODEL NUMBER 917.258524® Assembly ® Operation® Cystomer Responsibilities ® Service and Adjustments® Repair PartsOWNER’S MANUALf3CAUTION:

OPERATIONThese symbois may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.- +BATTERY©ENGINE ONF

OPERATIONKNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the Illustrations with yourtractorto

OPERATIONmmarnHThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dama

OPERATIONTO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the se

nPPRATiriNViir^EiriMI IMINTO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9)When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has rtin out of fuel, it will take

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICECheck Brake Operation j 1Check Tire Pressure 11/’✓iCheck for

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESTRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATION(See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Se

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the batt

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESAIR FILTER (See Fig. 17)Your engine wift not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage,S

SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersAIMPORTANT: THIS GUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSACAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place gears

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25)The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned str

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB• Raise hood.• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.• Replace bulb in hold

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32)The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Howeve

STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.ACAUTION: Never

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONWiil not start1. Out of fuel1. Fill fuel tank.2.Engine not “CHOKED" properly, 2.See "TO START EN

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSECORRECTIONEngine continuss to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1. Faulty operator-safety

SCHEMATICBIACKIGNITION SWITCHPOSITIONCIRCUIT“MAKE"OFFB + M + LRUN/UGHTB + LA + YRUN B + LNONESTARTB + L + S NONENOTEYOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possibie dep

ELECTRICALREPAIR PARTSTRACTORMODEL NUMBER 917.258524

ELECTRICALREPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524KEYPARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 144925Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp274760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x

Repair partsBbbmI i 1 i 9. I %a0TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES32

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEYPARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1159527Chassis Assembly2140356 Drawbar3 17490612 Screw,

DRIVEREPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524- ^'‘^\£S <r* -I •--.--ii L y ,^ . ' -I . -iv 'O ^' -34

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY RULES...PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESWARRANTY...

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTSThese accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets andsen/ice centers when the tractorwas p

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKParts Bag contents shown full size(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Lockwasher(1) Locknut 5/16-18(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x1-1/4(1) Shoulde

ASSEMBLYYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To

ASSEMBLY• If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of

ASSEMBLYINSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7)• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown