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Craftsman 917.25148 Owner's Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.251480
OWNER'S MANUAL
Assembly
o Operation
Customer Responsibilities
oService and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow
all safety
rules and instructions
before
operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER
ASSISTANCE
HOT LINE, CALL TH1S TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-659-5917

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  • Page 1 MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 Assembly o Operation Customer Responsibilities oService and Adjustments o Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE OWNER'S MANUAL rules and instructions before HOT LINE, CALL TH1S TOLL FREE NUMBER: ® operating this equipment. 1-800-659-5917...
  • Page 2 & Safe Operation IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and foftow all instructions and on the machine before starting " Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with tile instructions, to operate the machine+ Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by time blade+ Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing...
  • Page 3 For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 "TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ... 3, 16-19 WARRANTY TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY OPERATION ... nNDEX Accessories Adjustments: Brake ...22 Carburetor Clutch Pulley ... Gauge Wheels ... Mower Front-To-Back Side-To-Side ... Throttle Control Cable ... 26 Air Filter, Engine ...
  • Page 5 PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor Many of these are listed below with brief explanations you This liet was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE: PACK ,,,1_ ... ,... Parts Bag contents shown (1) Washer t7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (t) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers (2) Weld Nuts #10 _ (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) 1 (3) Retainer Springs...
  • Page 7 n i i i i..Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 too]s as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 8 ,,, = CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) nals. Before connecting move metal bracelets, CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- bands, rings, etc, Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding, Lift hood to raised position. •...
  • Page 9 INSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT Figs. 4 and 6) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control ing brake. Cut and remove tie down securing anti-sway Swing antFsway bar to left side of mower deck •...
  • Page 10 CHECK TiRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfiated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. ° Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM...
  • Page 11 ,,,lu These symbols may appear on your product or in literature supplied with the product CAUTION OR BATTERY WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE REVERSE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY u ,, ,n iii, ,i ii,, OPERATUON i,i ,i...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Comparetheiilustrationswithyourtractortofamiliarizeyourselfwiththe this manual for future reference,, AMMETER CHOKECONTROL LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH- Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor result in severe eye damage, your tractor or performing mask over the spectacles ... n HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 7) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking...
  • Page 14 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground.

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    system of an engine while in storage. problems, the fuef system should be emptied before stor- age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
  • Page 16 C:USTOB ER RESPONSiBiLiTiES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL [N DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULARSERVICE ! check Brake Operation CheckTire Pressure T[ Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Sharpen/Replace CA! LubricationChart Check BatteryLevel!Recharge Clean Batteryand Terminals CheckTransaxleCooling Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension Motion Drive Tension Adjust Belt(e) Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER , , ii, ,, ,ill ,,, TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nancer BRAKE OPERATION If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER BA'I-i'ERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi_ cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life_ Keep battery and terminals clean.. Keep battery bolts tight. Keep smalt vent holes open. Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour..
  • Page 19 LJ = JJ_ CUSTOMER SCREEN (See Fig. '17) CLEAN 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,, ENGINE COOLING...

  • Page 20: Clutch Pulley

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment Depress clutch/brake • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug, TO REMOVE...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) - IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SfDE-TO-SlDE,, To obtain the best cutting Jesuits, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1t8"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS uJJ_t TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Remove mower drive belt (See'%O REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT in this section of th{s manual). Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual)..
  • Page 23 SERVICE AN[:) ADJUSTMENTS 1111111,1 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decat on bottom of left footrest, ]t is not necessary to remove mower, BELT REMOVAL - Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt) Remove mower drive belt from electric clutch pulley...
  • Page 24 TO REMOVE WHEEL REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig 31) - Block up axle securely, • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal • Repair tire and reassemble Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover WASHERS RETAIN|NG...
  • Page 25 ii,i SERVmCE AN TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT (See Fig. While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut° Turn adjustment boit clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort (for heavier attachments), Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise tachments, Retighten jam nut against spring bushing..

  • Page 26: Throttle Control Cable

    SIERV OE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 35 and 36) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment 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 to fast (,f_) position.

  • Page 27: Cleaning

    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 gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame CAUTION: Never store the tractor with or spark.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING i i ... xl_,l_, PROBLEM CAUSE Wilt not start Out of fuel Engine not"CHOKED" Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fue! fitter Water in fuet Loose or damaged wMng Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Hard to start Dirty air fitter, Bad spark plug.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE i ,nl,i Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or $oose blade Mower deck not levet Buildup of grass, reaves, and trash under mower Bent blade mandre{ Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels...
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC WHITE IGNITION SWITCH f_kAeK GROUNDING IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT M + G START B + S + L - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 °1 ° o111 BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP, d_\_ / I C °-_'___)__.L CLUTCH / BRAKE ', B (PEDAL UP) "f-_ ---2...
  • Page 32 REPb,UF_ P ARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2514,80...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TI ACTOR ELECTRICAL NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 STD551125 Washer, Lock'1/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga 8TD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 7697J Tube Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery 109596X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 CHASSIS ANDENCLOSURES 22 ---_,.
  • Page 35 REPABR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 140506 Drawbar, Gt 136671X558 Panel Asm., Side LH 73680700 Nut, Crown Lock Hex 7/16-14 Unc 145203 Dash, Plastic Black Dash Lower VGT One-Piece 150273 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut I/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Dash 1-Pc_ Battery 108067X...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 17490508 Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 76020412 Pin, Cotter 149176 Hub Asm Wheel Rear 12000034 Kiip, Ring 140080 Bolt, Hub 142509 Disc, Brake 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 9204H...
  • Page 38 REPADR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 STEERING ASSEMBLY t3!3...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in US, inches - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm. Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 136960 Spindle Asm, LH 136959 Spindle Asmo, RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 40 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.251480 ENGINE ,_;_ .1_/._ "15 I SPARK ARRESTER KIT ]...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE NOTE: -- MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 141948 Engine Kohler MV18S-58560 144110 Muffler Asm Kohler VGT (lnc. Key No. 34) 13240300 Elbow Street 3/8 NPT 13280328 Nipple Pipe 3/8NPT X 3 - 1/2 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 121361X...
  • Page 42 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 Strap, Fender 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,62 1450O6 Clip, Push In Hinged 73680600 Nut, Crowniock I24181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 17490508 Screw, Thdrol Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 19131614 140552 Pan, Seat...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 138955 Decal, Operating Instruction 151448 Decal, Grille Garden Trac. fPC 146705 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 146706 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 133644 Decal, Maintenance 138048 Decal, Side Panel 142243 Decal, Side Panel 146709 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 137537 Decal, Caution 4900J...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 LIFT ASSEMBLY • 25 26...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 145542 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 121002X Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 19292016 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 t2563IX Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 46 REPAnF_PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 MOWER DECK 3 118 103 102...
  • Page 47 REPADR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 145008 Deck Asm. Mower 46" 138457 Bracket Asm. Sway Bar 4939M Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 10030600 Washer, Lock Hvy. Unplated 3/8 140296 Washer, Hard Biade, Mower Vented...
  • Page 48 PARTS REPAR TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.25!480 TRANSAXLE 92 93...
  • Page 49 REPAtR PARTS TRACTOR TRANSAXLE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 4197R Axle Shaft 12000034 Retaining Ring 4199R Final Drive Gear Differential Gear 4216R Differential Pinion 42t5R Differential Carrier 4217R Axle Thrust Washer 6256H 74020652 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 (1" Thread Length) Steel Bail 7392M 137261...
  • Page 50 F_EPA_RPARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 5_-_,-1' 15 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 BREATHER AND VENT' "1 ..7 fj...
  • Page 51 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER AIR INTAKE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NOo NO. X-276W Wing Nut 1/4-20 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube (includes Key Numbers 3 and 4) 52 096 35 Cover, Air Cleaner 52 123 21 Tube, Air Intake 23't032 Seal, EIement Cover...
  • Page 52 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 , u, CRANKCASE ... i, ,_,, CARBURETOR...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CRANKCASE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO, X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/I6-18 (12) 52 468 12 Washer, Flat 5/16 (12) 82 755 16 Kit, #I Cylinder Barrel (Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6) 52 016 05 Valve, Exhaust 52 031 01 insert, Valve Seat (2)
  • Page 54 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 CYLINDER HEAD DIPSTICK _--2...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CRANKSHAFT KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO, NO. Crankshaft 52 014 93 52 468 03 Washer, Thrust 52 468 04 Washer, Th rust .128/..131 52 468 05 Washer, Thrust DIPSTICK KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 52 038 14 Dipstick Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 2 and 3)
  • Page 56 REPARF_PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.251480 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 , =,,r,,,, --14 10 --_...
  • Page 57 REPABR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER FLYWHEEL KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 25 162 01 Screen, Grass 25 086 21 Screw, Hex Washer Head 1/4-20 x 5t8 (4) 25 112 04 Spacer (4) 25 157 01 25 086 24 Screw, Hex Machine 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 52 488 15 Washer, Plain...
  • Page 58 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 = , ,ll,,_ll, i,,i i ,,,i,_,_ i ,ir,i oVALVES CAM SHAFT °l- ®...
  • Page 59 REPARR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER OIL PAN KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO, NO, X-67-64 Screw, Hex Washer Head #10-32 x 7t16 (2) 52 050 03 Filter, Oil Pickup 52 199 t4 Oil Pan (Includes Key #4 thru 6) X-702-14 Plug, Cup 1-1/16 52 054 07...
  • Page 60 SERVBCE NOTES...
  • Page 61 i1,, SERVmCE OTES J,,ll ,, iJil_J,lLIli_lL,I I,L...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUHDE FOR SUGHTHNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING _" SIGHT AND HOLD THiS LEVEL SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL WITH...

  • Page 64: Replacement

    The modef number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine. AII parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Coo Service Center/Department tail Stores° WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS FOLLOWING INFORMATION: "...

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