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917.259567
• Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
OWNER'S MANUAL
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800=659=5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am- 5 pro, Mon- Sat
CAUTION:
Read and follow
all safety
rules
and instructions
before
operating
this equipment.
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  • Page 1 • Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow 917.259567 all safety rules and instructions OWNER'S MANUAL For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800=659=5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am- 5 pro, Mon- Sat...
  • Page 2 Safe Operation iMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. Clear the area of objecls such as which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
  • Page 3 THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY. TABLE OF CONTENTS INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY ... INDEX Accessories Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor Mower: Front-To-Back Side-To-Side Throttle Control Cable ... Air Filter, Engine ... Air Screen, Engine Assembly Battery: Charging Cleaning Connecting Starting...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you. 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) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 _4 Bolt 5/16-18 1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16.x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer (2) Screws __ Washers #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4...
  • Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factoq! 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 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi= rials by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, bands, rings, etc.
  • Page 9 GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET 318-16 LOCKNUT 318" WASHER GAUGE WHEEL" FiG. 4 iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 & 6) 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.
  • Page 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with yourtractortofamiliarizeyourselfwiththelocations this manual for future reference. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: mower blades, or other attachments tractor.
  • Page 12 i... _ _="_ resuitinsevereeyedamage. tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask p et cles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing 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. Lower mower with attachment lift control.
  • Page 14 TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) 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.
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen!Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER 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 adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 17 C STOMER 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 AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) 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 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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress ciutcWbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE AN TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower white tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPEOIFICATIONS"on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 22 ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig. 24) 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 pulleys.
  • Page 23 SERVICE TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE (See Figs. JUSTMENT 27 and 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: •...
  • Page 24 ;ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS "POSITIVE" L.H. PANE_ FIG.30 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

    ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load, If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning the mixture screw 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. F° _ CAUTION: Never store the tra_ A, A gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug, Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel, Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter.
  • Page 28 PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
  • Page 29 SOURCE. OF THIS, THE OF THE LIGHTS WiTH ENGINE AT IDLE THE LIGHTS AS THE ENGINE UP, THE LIGHTS THEIR BRIGHTEST. 917.259567 BLACK _:-i STARTER WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) ,-- -- -- -- _ ... qt-- /q_- - - 1 -_- _ ...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL 31 / 3£ - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259567...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER £17.259567 ELECTRICAL NOTE: PART DESCRiPTiON 144926 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 STD541025 Nut, Hex 1/4-20 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917o259567 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 Air Duct P/L 18HP B&S Opp. Twin 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 154798 Dash Lower STLT 158418 Bracket Suspension Front 156095 Plate Reinforcement STLT 154966 Backrest Swaybar Chassis 154207 Bracket Footrest STLT 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis!Hood 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.259567...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 DRIVE 88 87 13 "...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Dana 4360-122 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 Ring, Retainer 121520X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Thd., Roll. 5/16-18 x3/4 154792 Rod Shifter Fender STLT STD561210 Pin, Cotter 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8 STD551125...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 STEERING ASSEMBLY • _ ,1 37_J //"...
  • Page 37 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 156594 Kit Steering Asm Service STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 154780 Spacer Axle 154404 Bearing Arm Pittman 74781044 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4 154429 Axle, Brace 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.259567...
  • Page 38 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 17490616 Screw 3/8-16xl 19131614 Washer 13t32 x 1 x 14 Ga 155926 Pan Pnt Seat (blk) 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 PART 121248X 72050412 134300 121250X 123976X 153236 STD541431 74780814 19171912...
  • Page 39 273503 Decal, Engine 19.5 HP Turbo Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 160284 160285 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 133644 Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom 150927 Decal Panel Side B&S 146709 Decal Fender Craftsman Gold 150333 Decal Cap CNSMR Help Line SRS 156368...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259567 ENGINE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 162152 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No. 42E707-2631-El Muffler Exhaust 149723 Exhaust Asm.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER LiFT 13 -'-'=_S" - - MODEL NUMBER 25 24 917.259567 I ... i' .,}¢_ .. 1718...
  • Page 43 76020308 126971X Rod Adj. Lift Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 73350600 Knob Inf. 3/8-16 138057 150233 Trunnion Infin. Height 140302 Bearing, Pivot, Lift, Special 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 145212 Nut Flange Lock Nut Push 110452X 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.259567 3/8-24...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259567 MOWER DECK I o5...
  • Page 45 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower 131340 Bolt, Shoulder STD541410 Locknut 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 131845X900 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 133943 Washer, Hardened 155046 Arm, Idler - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 122052X 140086 141043 126113 144200 142427 131870 127847 121748X 12000029 128903 127845...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o259567 DANA TRANSAXLE = MODEL NUIVIBER 4360=122...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE = MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 160955 Housing, Upper 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 134400 Ball, Detent 105904X Spring, Detent 160940 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X .482 134788 Assy, Kit, Shifter 108727X V-Ring 120951X Puck, Friction...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUlVlBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 24 634A @ 552A ® 615 q_ 5520 220 _ 27 -._ ._ 284A...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 GASKET SET ] PUMP REPAIR K,'i_ 1121 CARBURETOR KIT 7 1006 _)635...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 615A 209A ® s92...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRtGGS & $TRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 1019 LABEL REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 308A KIT i...
  • Page 52 271412 ... Gasket, Carburetor Mounting 281412 Spacer, Carburetor 270884 * Gasket, Intake Manifold Mounting 99970 Screw, Hex Head, Carburetor to Manifold = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 42E707, TYPE NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. 93208 222511 95039 499281 93499 221939 499172...

  • Page 53: Replacement

    _'71411 ... Gasket, Air Cleaner 544 497603 Armature, Starter 552 262332 Lower Bushing, Governor 552A 262331 Upper Bushing, Governor o - MODEL NUMBER 917.259567 - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. 93585 93853 94811 272645 224816 491304...
  • Page 54 SERVICE OTES...

  • Page 55: Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTmNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SiGHTiNG GUIDE ONLY RmDEUP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HiLL SIGHT AND HOLD THiS LEVEL WiTH SKY LiNE OR TREE.

  • 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 Center/Department tail Stores. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GiVE THE...

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