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Craftsman 917.255560 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.255560 Owner's Manual

12.0 hp ic elect c start 38" mower deck 5 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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i OwNeR'S
I MODEL NO.
"
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety
Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
Th_s Equipment
-
,_:,
,:_,_=_
_=• 7 ¸ _
:
:
CRRF rXiVlnN+
12.0 HP iC
ELECT
C START
38"
OWER
ECK
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTO
, Assembly
, Operation
, Customer Responsibiliti"es
• Service and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Coo, Chicago, _L 60684 U°SoA,

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  • Page 1 i OwNeR'S I MODEL NO. ,_:, ,:_,_=_ _=• 7 ¸ _ CRRF rXiVlnN+ 12.0 HP iC " Caution: ELECT C START Read and follow all Safety Rules 38" OWER and Instructions 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE Before Operating Th_s Equipment LAWN TRACTO , Assembly , Operation , Customer Responsibiliti"es...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERtOUS INJURY OR DEATH GENERAL OPERATION HI. CHILDREN Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur ff the operator is not alert to th_...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. {t has been designed, engineered and manu+ HORSEPOWER: 12.0 factured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............10-13 SAFETY RULES ............;...2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......18-23 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, !4-1"/' WAR RANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..,........25-26 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 28-43 INDEX ............
  • Page 5 ACCESSORIES AND ATTAC These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. MAfNTENANCE ENGINE PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (2) Sheet Seat Metal Battery acid Screws #10-16 x 1/2 (1) 2-3/8" Dia. Washer (1) Locknut 3/8-24 Battery Steering Boot Owner's Manual Parts Bag (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/t8-18 Parts bag contents not shown full size Wheet...
  • Page 7 ASSE TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSERT 3]8-24 HE)( LOCKNUT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier, Standard wrench sizes are listed. 2-3/8" DIA. WASHER Tire pressure gauge (1) 5/!6" wrench Screwdriver STEERING (2) 7/t6" wrenches t/2" wrench Utility knife (1) 9/16"...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR iNSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2} Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. CAUTBON: Wear eye and face sh|etd. Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Assemble adjustment bolt, tockwasherand fiat washer Wash hands or clothing Immedlately if...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY iNSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before Installing battery, remove metat bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc, Positive termina_ must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. Lift seat to raised position. Open battery box door.
  • Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION LIFT LEVER SWITCH...
  • Page 11 OPERATION 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 wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available...

  • Page 12: Carburetor

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickty to brake position and engage parking Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing brake. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will Move gearshift Dover,to 1st gear and be sure you have shut off the engine,...
  • Page 13 OPERATIO Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7} that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of When starting engine for the first time or ff engine has the machine, This will result in a more even distri- run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move bution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
  • Page 14 CUSTO RESPONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES 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 Transmission Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...
  • Page 15 LITIES CUSTOM ESPONSI TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE MANDREL nance. BRAKE OPERATION If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjusted. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE in Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

  • Page 16: Assembly

    Sl iLITIES RESPO CUSTO ENGINE BATTERY (See Fig. 12) Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient LUBRICATION for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and with an automotive charger wilt extend it's life.
  • Page 17 CUSTOM ES 0 S! IL AIR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER (See Fig. 8CmEW$ BLOWER HOUSING SCREWS Your engine will not run propedy and may be damaged by using a ditty air filter. Clean the foam pre+cteaner element after every 25 hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, ditty conditions.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedaa fuBly and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. • Place attachment clutch in "DKSENGAGED" position, • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the bmadesand ag moving have completely stopped, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWSR HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) - To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing Adjust the mower white tractor is parked on level ground or should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 3/8" to driveway.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED _ (See Fig. 22} The mower blade drive be_t may be replaced without toois. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on the mower housing.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENG1NE WiTH A WEAK BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT See Fig. 26) if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer* CAUTION: Lead°acld batteries goner= ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly ate e×ploslve gases.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AN ADJUSTIV! TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 28) TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 27) Rep!ace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly when removing retainer springs from CAUTION: Muffter is hot. Be carefuJ in front of the dash.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUST ENTS FINAL SETTING - ENGINE • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion (See Fig. 29) control lever in "NEUTRAL" position. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and °...

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM DMPORTANT: IT iS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL CAUTION: Never store the tractor with SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR,...
  • Page 25 T OU OOTI G POI TS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Fillfuel tank. 1. Out of fuel. Will not =;tart 2. See TO START ENGtNE in Operation section. 2. Engine not"CHOKED"properly. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Engine flooded. 4, Bad sparkplug. Replace sparkplug.
  • Page 26 TROUBLES OOTING POINTS CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Check wiring, switches and connections, ff not Engine continues to run 1, Fauttyoperator-safetypresencecontrolsystem. corrected, contact Sears Service Department. when operator Leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt, Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 27 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR = oMODEL NUMBER 917.255560 SCHEMATIC ÷ill "° oJlio BATTERY RED ¸ FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER WHITE SOLENOID WHITE BLACK SLACK CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH ATT'MENT CLUTCH 8LACK (NOT OCCUPIED) (CLUTCH OFF) 8LACK iGNITION ___ SPARK O__ UNIT PLUG...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR .. = MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 ELECTRICAL C_t4...
  • Page 29 * Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga STD551125 *Washer Lock Hvy Helical t/4 STD541025 * Nut Fin Hex t/4-20 Unc 109310X Key tgn Molded Craftsman 108824X Fuse 30 Amp Auto Green t05687X Tube Plastic 9" 123620X Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text Sit...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917+255560 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBSR 917,255560 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 131052 Chassis Weldment 12ga 38/42 127866 Drawbar Lt!yt 1 t Ga 174906!2 Screw Thdrol 3/8- ! 6×3/4 Ty-tt STD523707 * Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-I6unc X 3/4 STD541437 * Nut Crowniock 3/8o16 Unc...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ° = MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 DRIVE 75 74 + ,+ + +,...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - ,. MODEL NUMBER 917,255560 DRIV5 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga t20897X Transaxle 5sp Std Dana 19131312 * Nut Crownlock 3/8-t6 Unc 110422X Spring Return Brake Tia Zinc STD541437...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 100713N Wheel Steering Std Biack Axle Asm Front 105669X 130460 Spindle Asm Lh 130459 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden t2t748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016...
  • Page 36 "" Zx../ PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO. NO, t27436 Seat V250 Blldred Craftsman 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt 126656X 123976X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Ftg Gr 5 Zinc STD523707 * Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-i6unc...
  • Page 37 Decal Clutch/brake English 126685X Decal Eng 12hp Ic B&s Craft Decat V-beit Dr Sch Tractor E 109199X 124489X Decal Hood Slope Rh Craftsman 105809X Decai Chassis 5 Sp 38" 124490X Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman 130929 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 38...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38+' RiDiNG LAWN TRACTOR -., MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 ENGINE ¢ _I+ +...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 12HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 917,255560 ENGINE KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 132759 Control Throt Rh Blk Pdl 15 10 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 131951 Engine B&s 12hp _/c Dua_ I Vt Muffler Exhaust B&s Lt Std 125810X t01326L...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RiDiNG LAWN TRACTOR ,. - MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 38" MOWER 18 1...
  • Page 41 RE:PAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o255560 38" MOWER KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRIPTmON STD541437 * Nut, Crownlock 3/8-t6 129365 Mower Asm 38"welded 131290 Belt STD54143t Nut, Crowniock 5/16-t8 133502 Spacer, Retainer STD533t07...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.255580 FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE - MOD EL NUMBER "i'__06 52 53...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS !2 HP 38" R DING LAWN TRACTOR ° = MODEL NUMBER 917.255580 FOOTEiDANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER ..i KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON :Sprocket, 9 Teeth 120458X Housing, Upper t05928X Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 2274J Screw, Tapping, Large 110084X...
  • Page 44 RE;PAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RID|NG LAWN TRACTOR o _ MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 BR|GGS & $TRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01 66.3 P337...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS !2HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917,255580 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 2837079 TYPE NUMBER 02!7o0! 121 _BUR_-_'OR OVSRHAUL...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ,,.. MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE ,- MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01 :310 i .__,m'_r F-- "3_.._- 544 t t iii_s°_i_ __rend | Th_Bot_ Brush -|- brl_ ! Armatu_"l Dr*VeEnd Cap j End Cap Ass'yo _ Housing °includes Brush Set "lrF'Judes...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR ,, - MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 283707_ TYPE NUMBER 0217,-01 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 94637 490450 Stud, Carburetor Mounting Cytinder Assembly 224061 Washer, Spring 399265 Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special 93805...

  • Page 48: Replacement

    REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255560 BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGtNE: - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRiPTiON NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON Elbow, Spark Plug 221535 Clamp, Casing 66538 Brace, Air Cleaner 94419...
  • Page 49 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 50 SERVICE: OTES i i,ll ill, i_l,i...
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  • Page 52: Engine

    MRN° 12.0 P IC OWNER'S ELECTRIC START ..MANUAL 38" OWER 5 SPEED T LAWN MOD EL NO. 917.255560 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 modal plate located under the seat.

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