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Manual Sears 917.25958

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    E/AR8 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.259580 OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments o 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 [] ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 2

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

  • Sears 917.25958 - 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/DepartmenL We have competent, well- trained technicians and the ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 4

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3_ 15-19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..................................... ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 5

    ACCE$SORME$ AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets 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 OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER % MAINTENANCE BLADES BEL ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 6

    CONTENTS OF PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size _____ i i i (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) }<nob -_ (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 G& (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) LockWashers #10 J(q (2) Weld Nuts #10 _ ! LJ (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 @ (2) Washers 9/32 x5/8x 16Ga. @ (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 (¢ (2) Lock Washers 1 ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 7

    ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembied for shipping purpose& 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 REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 8

    LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before cormecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal gro ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 9

    LY , r_ INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 4 and 5) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE; Pre-assemble 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 position. ° Place f ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 10

    ASSEMBLY ASSEt!f_BLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECt< (See Fig, 6) The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JU?T MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section o ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 11

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the produeL Learn and understand their meaning. ÷ BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE 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 MOWERLI_ REVERSE NEUTRAL ATTAC ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 12

    OPERATmON KN© ,i JYOUR TRACTOR RE,_[_ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATUNG YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference_ IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH AMMETER I'HRO'I-rLE/CHOI(E LIFT LEVER ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 13

    OPERATaON ! The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can I resultinsevereeyedamage. Alwayawearsafetyglassesoreyeshieldswhileoperatingyour | tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask | over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, ............. I{ HOW TO U ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 14

    OPERATION TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE IVIOWER (See Fig. 9) 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 wil! shut off the engine. o Select desired height of cut. o Lower mower with attachment lift control. • Start mower blades ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 15

    OPERATION o TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move at ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 16

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE R EGU ........ LAR SERVICE ................ /_.,Y_j_ SERVIC e DATES Check Brake Operation _ 6# # Check Tire Pleseure 6## _ Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adj ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 17

    CUSTOMER RESPONS BIL TUES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjuste& (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual), TIRES • Maintain pro ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 18

    CUSTOMER RESPONS BmLITIES t=l=l=l,l,i i V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after t00 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. ENGINE LUBRnCATION Only use hig ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 19

    r i i,. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILUTmES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15) CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS 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. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 20

    i .... i .... CUSTOM RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year, ° Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug). = Remove oil filt ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 21

    i¸,¸1 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all mov ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 22

    $ERVJCE ADJUSTMENTS Hi TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO- SIDE. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 23

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig, 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pul ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 24

    TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD- JUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) 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. o Turn cen ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 25

    SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Connect the other end of the 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. o RED cable last from both batteries_ "POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE" (-) FIG. 29 TO REPLACE HEADLIG ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 26

    RV CE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 31) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustrnent should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow (_) to ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 27

    TROU LESHOOTJNG POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM i Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration t Out of fuel 2 Engine not"CHOKED" property 3 Engine flooded 4 Badsparkplug 5r Dttty air filter, 6 Dirty fuel filter, 7, Water in fuel 8. Loose or damaged wiring 9, Car ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 28

    TROUBLESHOOTmNG POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1 Faulty operator-safety ...

  • Sears 917.25958 - page 29

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more, 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. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor f ...

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