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Craftsman 917.258524 Owner's Manual

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ODEL
BER 917.258524
OWNER'S MANUAL
®Assembly
®Operation
®Customer
Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
®Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER
ASSISTANCE
HOT LIN E, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-659-5917
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  • Page 1 ODEL BER 917.258524 ®Assembly ®Operation ®Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments ®Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ib_l m OWNER'S MANUAL before operating HOT LIN E, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: this equipment.
  • Page 2 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructionstn the manual and on the machlne before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine..

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricatedand tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repairor replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY ... TABLE OF CONTENTS ... INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ... 5 ASSEMBLY ... INDEX Accessories ... 5 Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ...25 Mower:. Front-To-Back ... 2 t Side-To-Side ...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many ofthese are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help your This list was current at the time of publication;however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model.
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 iii1,11111111 I" II i1,1111'11,1'1'1'1 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _Jl_lillltlliillll|qlf (2) Lock Washers #t0 -/'_-_, (2) Washers )3116x314xt6Gauge...
  • Page 7 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 REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier°...
  • Page 8 _jl,/llljllll i iill ii • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. • Firstconnect RED battery cable to positive(+) temfinal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown.
  • Page 9 GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET 3/8-16 LOCKNUT 3/8" WASHER GAUGE WHEEL' FIG. 5 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7) 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 pointingdown.
  • Page 10 • ... , LI" OPERATION ,,,,H ,H,HH, These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning_ REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING Compare the illustrationswith yourtractortofamiliarize yourselfwiththe locationsofvarious controisand adjustments_ Save this manual for future reference° AMMETER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Our tractorsconform to the safety standards of the American National Standards ]nstitute_ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor°...
  • Page 12 i ... 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 over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing 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.
  • Page 14 i m,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, iii tNI " TO START ENGINE (See Fig, 9) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has runout of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine, •...
  • Page 15 CUSTOM MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE R EGULAR SERV!CE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check _er"Le'ose'Fasteners Cheek Ba}},e, r y 'Leve!/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling A ju tB deBeit(s) Tens o" ... Adjust Motion Drive Belt(e) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine OIl...
  • Page 16 ,,,,,,,,, ,,,, CUSTOMER TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte_ nance, BRAKE OPERATION if 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).
  • Page 17 BATTERY 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 small vent holes open, •...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER = Ill J lu=lllll=llllu=ll=L=, AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter, Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or every season, Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first, Service air cleaner more often under'dusty conditions.
  • Page 19 CUSTO i i I MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 20 ii ii ii ,,llUl,ii SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ii i, i,i ii iiiiiiiilU CAUTION" BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS; Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" ° Turn ignition key "OFF"...
  • Page 21 RVmCE AND ,,iH ,=l=,,,,tiH=== =... lll,i ... TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractoris parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower°...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTM TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake° BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 23 SERVICE A D TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (leftto right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsin the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-INICAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor, tf damage has occurred to affect the front...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTM TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill° Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. Close hood.

  • Page 25: Throttle Control Cable 2

    TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32) The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- merit should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- ment may be required to compensate for differences infuel, temperature, altitude or Ioado If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: tn general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de- creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/...

  • Page 26: 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. 'lqll :::::: CAUTION: Never storethe tractor with • • gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 27 PROBLEM CAUSE Wtll not start 1,, Out of fuel,, Engine not =CHOKED" prope.dy, Engine f|ooded_ Bad spark plug, Dirty air filter,, Dirty fuel filter Water in fuai_ 8_ Loose or damaged wiring, Carburetor out of adjustment. 10,, Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start 1o Dirty air filter, Bad spark plug,,...
  • Page 28 TROU PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower, Bent blade mandrel, 5_ Clogged mower dock vent holes from buUdup of grass, loaves, and trash around mandrelsv Mowerblades will not...
  • Page 29 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH PosmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE" G+M'+L! NONE"' RUNILIGHT B + L A + Y B + L NONE START B + L ÷ S NONE olllllIo BATTERY SOLENOID i w._ I © 9LACK A_M-E_T dL-U_-6H"_ (CLUTCHOFF) METER HOUR _)
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- ELECTRICAL MODEL NUMBER i 2° 917.258524...
  • Page 31 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2 I31563 Cover, Terminal, Red 145673 Solenoid 73640400 Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp 14194O Protection Wire Loop 140422 Harness Engine B&S All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.258524...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Rollo 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE -- MODEL NUMBER 917,258524 40,-._ 38 ,..._ 42 ,..._ 39-... 5otl...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peerless 930-057A 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 Ring, Retainer 121520X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Thdo, Roll., 5/16-18 x 3/4 154792 Rod Shifter Fender STLT STD5612!0 Pin, Cotter 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 74550412 Bolt I/4-28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 STEERING ASSEMBLY L, '...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS. inches - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION i39768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, LH. 157473 Spindie Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,258524 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat STD523710 Bolt 19131610 Washer 13/32 x i x 10 Gauge 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged STD541437 124t 8t X Spring, Seat 17490616 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1 19131614 Washer' 13/32 x I x 14 Gauge 155925...
  • Page 39 106732X427 278H 9040H 106108X427 138468 7152J 104757X 144334 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 917.258524 PART DESCRIPTION Decat, V_Bett Drive Schematic Decal, Chassis, 6 Speed/42" Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Ins. Hood Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Lift Handle...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 ENGINE _" ÷- OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE 4O 124028X NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches - - MODEL NUiViBER 917,258524 PART DESCRIPTION 150600 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 518 Engine, B&S (See Breakdown) Model No. 28N707, Type No. 0173-01 137352 Muffler 272293...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 43 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-t6 UNC 138057 Knob, Infinite Height Adjustment 150233 Trunnion, inf Height 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.258524...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 MOWER DECK 113 111 117119_-_ 118..._ 114 i 121_; "'_ 104 105"...
  • Page 45 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer Spdng 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A _8 34...

  • Page 47: Replacement

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772'108A Cover, Transaxle 780086A Bearing, Needle 770102A Case, Transaxle 776260A Shaft, Counter 776219B Shaft and Pinion Assembly, Output 778139 Gear, Output, 35 Teeth...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE 238(_ 868A 1034 1029 294 _ - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, 1022 1026 TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 _614 634A "k REQUIRES SPEClALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1023...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 iilllill 138 106 987 95 117 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL _r REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 634B i 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL ÷22...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 634A 842 868 868A I GASKET SET 9_7'"CARBU.ETOR GASKET 1044 305_p 1006...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 1090...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 391086 * Seal, Oil 495858 Head, Cylinder 272614 *** Gasket, Cylinder Head...

  • Page 53: Spark Plugs

    Gear, Ring (Includes Mounting Hardware) 727 490324 Cover, Starter 94627 Screw, Hex Head 729 281390 Clip, Wire - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258524 KEY PART NO, NO. 729A 225170 741 262932 757 213998 758 399891 759 298909 761 94593 783 280104...
  • Page 54 SERVICE...

  • Page 55: Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE '_ .,_ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 °, MAX, Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extreme ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL...

  • Page 56: Seat

    The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine.. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service CentedDepartment and most Re- tail Stores.

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