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Sears 917.256563 Owner's Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.256563
OWNER'S MANUAL
®
• Assembly
• 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-B00-659-5917

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  • Page 1 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly • 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-B00-659-5917...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Ill. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION •...
  • Page 3 RIDING EQUIPMENT Foi two I2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman eliding 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 fet]nd to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......19-24 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-18 STORAG E ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 26-27 I"RACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 30-47 ASSEMBLY ...............

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and 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 yo u provide the model number of your tractor. MAINTENANCE ENGINE AIR FILTER...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Plate Mulcher Seat © Steering Video Wheel Cassette (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Parts Bag Manual (1) kocknut...
  • Page 7 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 209A...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE terminal access doors for: Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- The tires on yourtractorwere overinfiated atthe factoryfor ware), shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for Inspectien for eorrosien_ ..... _Joest.cutting performance- ....® • Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT Testing battery.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 5 and 6) SHIELD • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washe=r,TocEw-a-s_erl ahd _efd nut _._ _h_wn. 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 LIGHTS OFF MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 11 ..OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare t-hei[lustr_a_t]6r_s-w_{h your tTactorto fa_n-iiiarize yourseJf w_t_ {he J66ati6ns of Various con_oJsan d adjustments.-_;ave this manual for future reference. IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -""...
  • Page 12 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which k _A_s can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while I ....operating you[ tractor o[ Rerform_p_ny_d_iustme_ts o.[repairs.__.W_J'ecommend a_ ..

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. An_ attemj3t by the operator to leave the seat with • Make all turns slowly. t h-een-g]ne running an-el t _heattachment €lutch engaged will TO TRANSPORT shut off the engine.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 10 ). has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fu#/from the tank to :[he erlg[ne......
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESP LITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE I Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure L Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals I Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension "...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER SIBILITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. nance, unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- ..........tua_damage t_: mower and erigine......
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-be'ts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of DRAIN AIR SCREEN operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not PLUG 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.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH KEROSENE, NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION Inspect and replace corroded muffierand spark arrester(if THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OiL CARTRIOGE. DO NOT equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Piace attachment Clutch in "DISENGAGED" position......Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...

  • Page 20: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 3"0 LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO,SIDE. Adjustthemowerwhiletractorisparkedonlevelgroundor THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BESURETOADJUSTBOTHFRONTLINKS , PRODUCT SPEC[F!CATIONS" o_age.3_pfthis manual) .._I_UEALLy SO MOWER WtLL._._TA_Y_L_EV_E_L_S]D.E:_9 - if tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly acl]-ust...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WiTH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor-en-levet surface_ Engage13arking brake_..BELT REMOVAL - NUT "A" • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 27) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheeland reassemble per instructiensin-the Assembly .._, CAUTION: Lead-a¢id batteries gener ..
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO 'ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (SeeFig• • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the............grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and •...

  • Page 24: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - (See Figs. 31 and 32) damage may result. IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER f'nent should hot-be nec-esSary._H_eVeC-mlhor _djtJSF ........

  • Page 25: Cleaning

    STORAGE 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 ..mole ..........FUEL SYSTEM ....... iMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM...
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM J. _.Out_of _ue]......__:ill fueLtaak ..Wi!Inot _tart .... Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Bad spark plug, Dirty air filter.
  • Page 27 LESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION ..Enginecontinuest __eru _1. Faul__0Peratgr-sa/etyp[es_encec0ntrg!syste Cbeckw[ring_switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when Operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department. engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn, bent orloose blade, Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Level mower deck.
  • Page 28 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 SCHEMATIC BLACK ......B._ A_TT.5 R Y............. AMMETER WHITE BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) IGNITION SWITCH BLACK GROUNDING CONNECTOR "D BLACK IGNITION SPARK UNIT PLUGS 28VOLTS AC MIN @ 3600 BP_" ,CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED) C HA_C'DIN G@S 3Y6SoToERMp_U T P UT "-_ ,___...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR , - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 Cable, Groune 121305X Switch, Seat 140301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 124211X Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman 17021008 Screw, Hex, Tapping #10-24 x 1/2 140336 Bracket, Switch Interlock 109553X Switch, Interlock, Attachment Clutch 151212 Harness, Ignition...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917,256563 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES <10...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 151169 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., RoTI. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 146077 Bumper Snap-In 145206 Saddle 126471X Clip, Fuel Line 147633X010 Dash, Silkscreened...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 DRIVE 110113...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MO DEL NUM BER 917.256563 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 145602 Transaxle, Peerless, 6 Speed, STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC Model Number 930-057 105710X 146682 Spring, Return, Brake Link, Clutch 105709X Spring, Clutch Return...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 STEERING ASSEMBLY _-_"_--'-"'-_ c" s..17 . 40...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black 142033 Axle Asm Front 135227 Spindle Asm Lh 135228 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 153236 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Blkz 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 145006 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 Clip Push-In 74780814 Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5...
  • Page 39 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal Mower Drive Schematic 140819 Decal Dash Instruction Ooeral Eng 136832 Decal. Insert, Hood Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 151303 150683 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 133179 Decal Mower Qc System 15O684 Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom 138047 Decal.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT • Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 151273 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 150465 Engine B&s 19hp, Mode! No. 42A707, Type No. 1624 -01 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 MOWER LIFT - 28 " 27 ..161,718 32--...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Assy., Inner, with Plunger Shaft Asm. Lift 145117 Pin Groove 105767X 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nyton 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR " - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 133943 Washer, Hardened Bolt _140084 STD533107 Arm, Idler 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 122052X Spacer, Retainer 138440 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 140086 Spring, Torsion, Brake STD624008...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057 ......... +++-+| 0:.-+_' ..L, _+.- 68 34 °...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 930.057 REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION _OCKnUt 5/16-24 772108A Cover, Transaxle 792075 Holder, Brake Pad 780086 Bearing, Needle 790025 770102A Case Transaxle 786066 Spacer Bracket Brake Lever...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 868 _ ,,_40 634A _) 552A 615 q_ 219A 220 _ 284A 524 (3)
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 _332 _363 : 1006...
  • Page 50 ASSEMBLY 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. the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY •...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- = MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 • ., °±_ KIT I ! 1019 LABEL "_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 308A 305A 306A...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO, NO. 94764 S_rew, Sems 497074 Cylinder Assembly 222511 399265 Washer, Spring Bushing 94834 391086 Screw, Sems * Sea!, Oil 495181...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256563 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 230 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 224995 Shield, Fuel Spray 569 272645 * Gasket, Base 394358 Filter, Fuel...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES ..i¸ ----...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "T ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HiLL SIGHTING ---.. ot -ou . ° _'H_ _s'_ v _o_n. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not...

  • Page 56: Replacement

    CRAFTXMAN ® SEARS OWNER'S 19.0 HP TWIN CYLINDER ELECTRIC START MANUAL 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has MODEL NO. its own model number. 917.256563 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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