TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2

OPERATION

10-14

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

15

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

3, 15-19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

20-25

WARRANTY

3

STORAGE

26

TABLE OF CONTENTS

4

TROUBLESHOOTING

27-28

INDEX

4

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR

30-47

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES

5

REPAIR PARTS- ENGINE

48-53

ASSEMBLY

7-9

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE

BACK PAGE

INDEX

 

A

 

Accessories

5

Adjustments:

 

Brake

22

Carburetor

25

Mower:.

 

Front-To-Back

2 t

Side-To-Side

21

Throttle Control Cable

24

Air Filter, Engine

t8

Air Screen, Engtne

18

Assembly

7-9

B

 

Battery:

 

Charging

7-8

Cleaning

17

Connecting

7-8

Starting with Weak Battery

23

Storage

26

Terminals

17

Belts:

 

Motion Drive

 

Removal/Replacement

22

Mower Blade Drive

 

Removal/Replacement

22

Blade:

 

Sharpening

16

Replacement

16

Brake Adjustment

22

C

 

Carburetor Adjustment

25

Controls, Tractor

1t

Customer Responsibilities

15-19

Engine:

 

Air Filter

18

Alr Screen, Engine

18

Battery

17

Cooling Fins, Engine

18

Engine Oll

17

Fuel Filter

19

Spark Plugs

19

Tractor:.

 

Blades

16

Lubrication Chart

i5

Maintenance Schedule

15

Tire Care

8,16,23

Cutting Height, Mower

12

E

 

Electrical:

 

Interlocks and Relays

24

Schematic

29

Wiring Diagram

30

Engine:

 

Air Filter

18

Air Screen

18

Cooling Fins, Engine

18

Oil Change

17

Oil Level

t3,17

Oil Type

17

Preparation

t3

Repair Parts

48-53

Starting

14

Storage

26

F

 

Filters:

 

Air

18

Fuel

19

Fuel:

 

Type

13

Storage

26

Fuse

24

G

 

Gauge Wheels

8

H

 

Hood Remova!iInstallation

24

L

 

Leveling Mower Deck

21

LubricationChart

15

M

 

Maintenance Schedule

15

Mower:

 

Adjustment, Front-to-Back

21

Adjustment, Side-to-Side

21

Blade Sharpening

16

Blade Replacement

16

Cutting Height

12

Installation

20

Operation

13

Removal

20

Mowing Tips

14

Muffler

19

Spark Attester

3,40

Mulcher Plate

9

 

 

O

 

Oil:

 

 

 

Cold Weather Conditions

.........13,17

Engine

17

Storage

26

Operation

..............................................

11-14

Operating

Mower

13

Options:

 

 

Accessories

5

Spark Arrester

3,40

 

 

P

 

Parking Brake

11-12

Parts Bag

................................................

6

Parts, Replacement/Repair

30-47

Product Specifications

3

 

 

R

 

Repair

Parts

30-47

 

 

S

 

Safety Rules

2

Seat

 

8

Service

and Adjustments

20-25

Brake

.............................................

22

Carburetor

25

Fuse

24

Hood Removal/Installation

.......... 24

Motion

Drive Belt

 

 

RemovaL/Replacement

.............22

Mower Blade Drive Belt

 

 

Removal/Replacement

........... 22

Mower Adjustment:

 

 

Front-to-Back

21

 

Side-to-Side

2t

Mower fnstaflatlon

20

Mower Removal

20

Tire Care

8,16,23

Slope Guide Sheet

55

Spark Ptugs

19

Specifications

3

Starting the Engine

13-14

Steering Wheel

7,23

Stopping the Tractor

12

Storage

...................................................

26

 

 

T

 

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 24

Tires

 

8,16,23

Trouble

Shooting Chart

27-28

Transaxle

Repair Parts

46-47

 

 

W

 

Warranty

3

Wiring

Diagram

30

Widng

Schematic

29

4

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Sears 917.258524 owner manual Index

917.258524 specifications

The Sears 917.258524 is a notable addition to the landscape of outdoor power equipment, specifically in the realm of lawn maintenance. This model, known for its durability and efficiency, represents a standard of excellence in residential lawn care machinery.

One of the main features of the Sears 917.258524 is its powerful engine. Equipped with a reliable gasoline engine, this model offers robust performance that allows users to tackle a wide variety of lawn conditions, from smooth suburban lawns to rugged terrains. Its engine is designed to provide high torque, enabling the mower to cut through thick grass and even overgrown areas with ease.

The cutting deck of the 917.258524 is another standout feature. With a generous width, typically around 21 inches, it allows for efficient mowing over larger areas in a shorter amount of time. The adjustable cutting height is a practical attribute, offering multiple settings for different grass types and seasonal conditions. This versatility ensures that users can maintain their lawns at the desired height across various weather patterns.

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