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NUMB
917o258473
OWNER'S
MANUAL
• Assembly
o Operation
®Customer Responsibilities
®Service and Adjustments
, 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
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  • Page 1 NUMB 917o258473 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly o Operation ®Customer Responsibilities ®Service and Adjustments , 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 HHIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII III II IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII...
  • Page 2 Safe Operation IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATli"_G FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before stading_ 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 ls maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..,,..3, 17-20 WARRANTY ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ... :::;;,,;... 5 ASSEMBLY ... OPERATION ... INDEX Accessories ... Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... Mower Front-To-Back ...22 Side-To-Side ...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    This listwas 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 Contact your nearest Sears store for the...
  • Page 6 tttttl CONTENTS Parts ag contents shown ,llll "k_\\/) (2) Sheet (1) Locknut (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x t (1) Shoulder Bolt 5116-18 (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Lock Washers (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Weld Nuts...
  • 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 wilt make assembly easier, Standard wrench sizes are listed.
  • Page 8 _u_/iJ/i , ii i,i, , ,u, ii illl ii illlUllllll Jllnll HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time.
  • Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 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 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated 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 DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product_ Learn and understand BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE REVERSE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION REVERSE FORWARD OIL PRESSURE...
  • Page 12 iiiilu KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING Compare the illustrations with your tractorto familiarize yourselfwith the locations of various controls and adiustmentso Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER THROTTLE/ CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCW BRAKE PEDAL GEARSHIFT LEVER...
  • Page 13 m,,ll,ll,lll,l,lll ,, The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. operating your tractor or performing anyadjustments or repairs. We recommend awide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. ii,ll,,llll ,i _ll i HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR...
  • Page 14 i illlll iilll TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running andthe attachment clutcit engaged will shut off the engine. Select desired height of cut •...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    ADD GASOLINE ° Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane, (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE...
  • Page 16 illlll ... iilllll illlllllll iilll /!llllll MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH_ CLEAN AFTER EACH USE_ • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size sO that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed°...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPO Check Brake Oporat on Check Tire Pressure Check for LooseFasteners Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals R checkfrans_le cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s)Tension CheckEngine Oil Level Change EngineOi' CleanAir Filter CleanAir Screen inspectMuffler!SparkArrester Replace Oil Filter(if equipped) Fins Replace SparkPlug...
  • Page 18 ... ,,,,... ill, i i, i,,,,,, 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 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 19 CUSTOIVlE V-BELTS Check V_belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary 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 LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with AP1 service...
  • Page 20 IIIIII JIIIII Jill CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) 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 FINS (See Fig.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: CAUTION: 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" 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, TO REMOVE...

  • Page 22: Side-To-Side

    TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is 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 23 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),, •...
  • Page 24 ljljlljjllllll TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE JUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27) The transaxte 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 25 ViCE AN TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery° • RED cable last from both batteries: POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVETERMINAL NEGATIVETERMINAL FIG. 29 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB •...

  • Page 26: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 31) The throttle contro! has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable° tf adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...

  • 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_ ,srl_lll, gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame CAUTION: Never store the tractor with or spark.

  • Page 28: Levels

    TROUBLESHOOTING iiimll CAUSE PROBLEM Outoffuet+ Wtl! not start Engine not "CHOKED" properly+ Englne flooded Bad spark plug,. Dirty air tilter, Dirty fuel fi[tet Water in fuef Loose or damaged widng Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start 1_ Dirty air filter+ Bad spark plug.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose b_ade Mower deck not level, 3o Bulldup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel, Clogged mower deck vent holes from buifdup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels,...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE RE___E.__O IGNITION SWITCH "L___ BLUE IGNITION SWITCH CIRCUIT "MAKE" POSITION G+M+L NONE RUNtLIGHT NONE START B+L+S NONE 1tl- oi11o BATTERY FUSE 3OAMP. SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE {PEDALUP) WHITE WHITE _.,..(,__1 BLACK NT C (CLUTCHOFF)
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 ELECTRICAL PART 144925 74760412 STD551025 STD551125 STD541025 109238X 156417 109596X '147688 153664 STD55! 125 73350400 136850 4152J 4799J 146!47 108824X 4207J 121305X 140301 124211X 14'1226 109310X 156442 71110408 13'1563 145673 73640400 121433X 141940 140422 NOTE: All component dimensions give in U.S_ inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 14 _..._ 4..._.._ "_...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 100 I05037X 140 158418 145 156524 147 74760412 NOTE: AUcomponent dimensionsgiven in U 3o inches PART DESCRIPTION 159530 Chassis Weldment 140356 Drawbar Stretch 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-tt STD551025 Washer !3/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga, 155272...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE - - MODEL NUMBER 42-,...,. 42-... 39 _.. 917.258473...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle, (See Breakdown) Dana, Model 4360-113 146682 Spring, Extension, Brake 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 Ring, Retainer 12 ! 520X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Thd, Roll. 5/16-18 x 3/4 141 O03 Rod, Shift 76020416 Pin, Cotter...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 STEERING ASSEMBLY -'7_-'_38 (fo_ _...,._ !__b, 3_----_._3...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY • 1t 3O STD561210 NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in UoS. inches -- MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black 154427 Axle Asm Stamped Drooped Stl 156483 Spindle Asm Lh 157473 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIP_ON 140122 Seat 3350 Blkiblk Craftsman 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push In Hinged £,TD541437 Nut H_.x Lnck w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 124181X...
  • Page 41 160304 Decal, Hood Slope Rh Craftsman 160305 Decal, Hood Slope Lh Craftsman 150680 Decal, Grille Craftsman Sip LT Dov 133644 Decal, Maint Customer Sears Dom 151799 Decal, Panel Side 128314 Decal, Fender Craftsman White 149516 Decal, Btry DngdPsn Eng 156439...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 ENGINE y¢ ... ,%.. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE PART 132759 17720410 137352 272293 13280324 132O0300 STD551237 156123 137180 109202X 123549X 123487)( 17490512 137040 124028X 17490412 19091416 STD551131 71O70512 17490620 128861 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,Soinches 1 inch = 25.4 mm -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 DESCRIPTION Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 t0...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 LIFT 161718 13 _---0_...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR LIFT NOTE: Ali component dimensions given in UoSoinches -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/ Plunger 159474 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga_ 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 ""4O -_-132 •...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER PART DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing Bolt STD533107 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296 Washer, Hardened 134149 Blade, Mulching...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 DANA TRANSAXLE- MODEL NUMBER 4360-113...
  • Page 49 REPAIIR PARTS TRACTOR-- DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-113 KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 160939 Housing, Upper 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 134400 Ball, Detent 105904X Spring, Detent 160940 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X .482 138235 Assy, Shifter 108727X V-Ring "148266 Bearing, Flange...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE 1029 294_ i,ii,,,ii! ... _102_6 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE 1022 NUMBER 0173-01 _614 634A "JrREQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1023...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258473 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE ... 1'27 106-987 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL i i ii ii ilJli, i i i 27c-_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE 634B ' ...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258473 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE 284A _524 305_ 1006 - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE 634A 868A GASKET _77CARBUR_OR GAS, KET NUMBER 0173-01 S ET...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258473 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 1090...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -.. MODEL NUMBER 917,258473 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 391086 * Seal, Oil 495858 Head, Cytinder 272614 *** Gasket, Cylinder' Head 495735 Breather Assembly 27803...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 284A 94073 Screw, Hex Head 294 810068 Screw, Set 304 496280 Housing, Blower 305 94786 Screw, Hex, Head, Blower Housing Mounting 306 225020 Shield, Cylinder 307 94386...
  • Page 57 ViCE NOTES...
  • Page 58 IJILI i i iiiiiii iii,i,i NOTES UIIIIIII lJllll{lll II:IIII...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING "'...CUT GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS TH'_ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. HILL...

  • Page 60: Replacement

    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 and most Re- tai{ Stores,...

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