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SEARS
MODEL NUMBER 917.252532
oAssembly
®Operation
Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
OWNER'S MANUAL
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 SEARS MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 OWNER'S MANUAL oAssembly ®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 LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917...

  • Page 2: Brake

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THiS CUTTING MACHINE iS C,.APABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN •...
  • Page 3 RIDING EQUIPMENT 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 materiai or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............11-16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......22-27 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-21 WARRANTY ...... ;........... STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 29-30 INDEX ................REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 32-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 5 ACCESSORIES ATTACHMENTS == = These accessories end attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor ENGINE MAINTENANCE GAS CAN...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWA ,,,H, ,=n,,,n, Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton Seat Mulcher Metal Plate (2) Sheet Screws #10q6 x t/2 Steering Boot (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Video Cassette (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 Manual Parts Bag...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY iiiiiiiillllllll ....Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purpose& To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely, the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 ,,w,,,ll, l,,ri,lUll,,,llll ¸ ,ll,U ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs, 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- SEAT nals. Before connecting battery, re- bands, rings, etc+ move metal bracelets, wristwatch Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding+ Ull,i i,,11...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS MOWER DECK (See Fig. 5) The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a ftat level surface_ best cutting performance.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 6 & Instalf two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown., NOTE: Re-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down° Tighten hardware securely., °...
  • Page 11 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your product 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 LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with yourtractor to fami!iarize yourself with the locations of various controts and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference° AMMETER LIFT LEVER IGNITION PLUNGER SWITCH THROTTLFJCHOKE...
  • Page 13 OPERATION ,,,111 INIII,IIIII1,11111111 ii ii 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 14 OPEFIATmON TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) i ,i,1,,i....Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing CAUTION: Do riot drive up or down switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with hills with slopes greater than 15 °...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    iiiiirlrr IIIIIIHIHI IIHIIHIIIIII, II,HIIIlll HI H I Illl,llll,lll OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or attachments.. IMPORTANT: COLD STARTING FOR HYDRO (BELOW CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 9) 40°F) - AFTER STARTING...
  • Page 16 ,J,l,,J,l=t.l= OPEBATJO ,nni,un nn,,,uu = , = = ..= ,,H,,i,i,uuu,,u ,u,unu, MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND is attached to tractor. TRASH.
  • Page 17 i,iiiiii,UlUUi ..lU,i Ul iiii CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ._o_ _'_o_ _._" ..REGUtaR SERVICE ..*"/;" /; * aERVlC E DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure IV # Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart 11/' Check Battery Levei!Re,ch,arge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle...
  • Page 18 CUSTOME mLITI TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig, 15) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine, BRAKE OPERATION The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPON BILITiES H,u um, um, ENGINE BATTERY Your' tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- LUBRICATION cient for normal use_ However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade •...
  • Page 20 CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19) AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 21 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER CLAMP inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark ptugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 22 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 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 23: Side-To-Side

    ........... == , nmiHinlnl SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS =1 nn,, == ::::::::::::::::::::: :::::::::::::::::::::::::: = n= TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs., 24 and 25) IMPORTANT; DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT*TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 24 iiil,lll i, i,iii ADJUSTMENTS SERVmCE AN i ,ll,i ii1,11 WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT NUT "A" (See Fig. 26) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools., Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL - Remove...
  • Page 25 u lUn nlllU,, nl I,IH,, nlUllU nl,llUlJ, L SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS i ii Hlnnn iiiiii1,11111 nu nil lU n I I II i i TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT Fig. 29) if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-...
  • Page 26 ,=,H !,=r,,,, = '=,,=,,, ..... SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ,=H ..........H,,, ====,,,Hi,,,u 11,,, TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY • Raise hood_ (See Fig. 31) Purl bulb holder out of the ho_e in the backside of the uii=,,,, ......

  • Page 27: Throttle Control Cable 2

    FINAL SETTING Start engine and atlow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion CONTROL CABLE ADJUST THROTTLE control lever in neutral (N) position. (See Fig. 33) Move throttle control lever to stow (,,=_) position. With The throttle control has been preset at the factory and finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed adjustment shoutd not be necessary_ Check adjustment as...
  • Page 28 ' I="'H"= = '== STORAGE 1,, , ,11,,1,, ,H,,,,,,=, ENGINE 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, FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS iMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS...
  • Page 29 CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Fill fuet tank Will not start Out of fuel See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section, Engine not "CHOKED" properly Wait several minutes before attempting to start Engine flooded Replace sparkplug Bad spark plug Clean!replace air filter Dirty air filter, Replace fuel lilter Dirty fuel filter...
  • Page 30 =['ROUBLESHOOTmNG POINTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 11 = n,= = .. ===..m.=..rl,.u. Check wiring, switches and connections tf not Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department engaged ,,,,,,,H=...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 SCHEMATIC SLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER AMMETER 8LACK 2_- -r-2_- 'O;Of WHITE S5&-.Oi-D' CLUTCH 1BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) _._ _ 1_ _(_1 SEAT SWITCH /';, i_c" BLACK CONNECTOR GROUNDING 8LACK IGNITION t.__..____O SPARK...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.252532 ELECTRICAL 36 35...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 146139 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4_20 unc x 3/4 Washer STD551025 Washer STD551125 STD541 O25 109238X Tube, Plastic, t2" 144940 Case, Battery t09596X Clamp, Hose 147688 Fastener Snap-In STD551125...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 145501 Chassis Assembiy 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 146077 Bumper Snap-In 145206 Saddle 126842X Shield Ht Hood Kohl/Dia Engine 126471X Clip Insulator .406 Mtg Hole 146760X011...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 49 _" _ I 45 i_ _/ 841o0...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150071 140312 Transaxle Assembly Keeper, Center Span 142431 17490612 Spring, Return, Brake Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 143995 8883R Pulley, Transaxle Cover, Pedal 141003 140186 Rod Shift Hydro LT Pulley, Engine 76020416 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 STEERING ASSEMBLY 4L__...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 142033 Front Axle Assembly 135227 Spindle Assembly, L.Ho 135228 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x t 6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x lq/4...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x 88 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 121250X Spring Bolt 123976X STD523710 Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 19131610 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge 139888...
  • Page 41 Decal, Drawbar Cntrl Mvt Hyd LT 128314 Decal Fender, Craftsman 149516 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng Acme 137537 Decal Caution, English 145245 Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman 4900J Deca Clutch/Brake, English 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 146046 V-Belt Drive Schematic 145247 Decal,...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 150458 Engine, B&S, 15Hp Platinum Model No. 28N707, Type NO.. 0173-01 137352 Muffler 272293 Gasket, Exhaust 13280324 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 MOWER LIFT 25 24 161718 13---_...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 122507X Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E+Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 2! Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 122512X...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 MOWER DECK "" _223 24 "...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 133943 Washer, Hardened STD533107 Bolt 140084 Arm, Idler 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 122052X Spacer, Retainer 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes STD624008 Retainer Spring 141043...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x.060 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 Differential Assembly 142932 Seal, Lip 142991...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 634A "k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION IVtANUALo 1034 1023 1026...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 i1,, illlll 106 987 95 117 634B "'741 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL ilpl , iiii ii_llU _UIII 98 I 634B _ .._123 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL.
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 BRIGGS & STRAI-f'ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 = i HI=IIII,Ill ....... ,, =l H 634A 868 868A 284A ,842 358 GASKET SET 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET _224 ....305_ 346__ 1006 729 _...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 1019 LABEL KITJ 1058 OWNER'SMANUAL1 1090...

  • Page 54: Connecting

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ** Screw, Throttle 496412 Cylinder Assembly 94098 399265 Screw, Idle Speed Bearing, CyLinder 495800 391086...

  • Page 55: Terminals

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 284A 94073 Screw, Hex Head 729A 225170 Retainer, Wire 810068 Screw, Set 262932 Gear, Timing 304 496280...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of siopes"(not ..

  • Page 60: Replacement

    £RRFTSMRN ® OWNER'S 15.0 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) DRIVE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.252532 Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number_ The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.