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Craftsman 917.258510 Owner's Manual

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917=258510
OWNER'S MANUAL
®Assembly
Operation
"Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
®Repair Parts
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CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
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  • Page 1 ® 917=258510 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 1.1NE, C ALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1--800-659-5917 " "TIIITII'II'I ']'11] ..
  • 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 tNSTRUCT!ONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH° GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN •...
  • Page 3 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT Fortwo (2) yearsfromthe date of purchase, i fth_s Craftsman RidingEquipment i s maintained,lubricated and tunedup according tothe instructions in the owner'smanual,Searswillrepatror replace,free of charge,any partsfoundtobe defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDU_ ..it ....... PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS ........3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ....,..21-26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-20 STORAGE " -" =*_=_m*='_WinWWH_W_I_wlnW_H_=,_W_w._Ht WUnmH_m_WmD_Hlt WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........28-29 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... 5 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR .....
  • Page 5 AND ATTAC ENTS These accessories and attachments wereavailable throughmost Sears retail outletsand servicecenters 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 ENGINEOIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG GAS CAN...
  • Page 6 ,_1_1111 ,, ,, ,,, ,i,, 1,1,1 ,i ....i..CONTENTS E PACK ,,_ , , i ,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ......i, ,,i,ii1,11 rH rl ,,,11 • , ,i,,,, ..,.._,_ ,:j_ ,, I, ,I,,,,,,,,F,,_,_ .._;;,r', ....Pads Bag contents shown full size Parts packed...
  • 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 propePtightness. TOOLS REQUURED FOR ASSEMBLY .
  • Page 8 CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- SEAT nals. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding ..BATTERY °...
  • Page 9 iNSTALL IVIULCHER PLATE HOOK POINTS WELD NUT (See Figs. 5 and 6) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown° NOTE: Preoassembfe weld nut to latch hook by inserting LOCK weld nut from the top with hook pointing down°...

  • Page 10: Side-To-Side

    J CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW The tires on your tractorwere ovednflatedat the factory fo_" TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM best cutting performance.
  • Page 11 OPERATUON m ..........;.,,,, •..........,,,,,,,,,,,,,, These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meanlngo BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF...
  • Page 12 _prrlrrrrrr;rrrrrrm_Tr ....... ,_Mj li t ....KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractorto familiarizeyourself withthe locationsofvarious controlsand adjustments, Save this manual for future reference, AMMETER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT LIFT LEVER SWITCH...
  • Page 13 ATUON -, .... " " :-: ..::-,,_ : ' " ¸:¸:.... ,,,j,_l,,ll,,i ,_, ,,i,,,,=l,i ,, ii1_1,_,_l,_ll, 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 Orrepairs.
  • Page 14 Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sens..ill ......CAUTION: Do not drive up or down ing switch. Any attempt by (he operator to leave the seat hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and withthe engine running and the attachmentclutchengaged do not drive across any slope.
  • Page 15 COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) ADD GASOLINE • When engine starts, allowengine to run with thethrottie Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded controlin the choke ([\1) position until the engine runs gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded roughly,then move throttlecontrolto fast (,_) position.
  • Page 16 OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS ° Forbestresults, adjustthemowercuttingheightsothat the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE; KEEP blades (See Fig. 10B). For extremely heavy mulching, MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND reduceyourwidth ofcut on each pass and mow slowly. TRASH.
  • Page 17 RESPONSUBILUTmES Check BrakeOperation CheckTirePressure T c.;_k,0r_00SeFa,,;ne_ v' : ... v '.: ....... Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades ch;_ ..... V' .._ ..... Lub_'catiO'" CheckBattery LeveVRecharge ..0 o,oo° o,o o°0 o=°o,oI :J..,, :o : :..'. R :CheckTmS_l;Co_iing , ,_ ..
  • Page 18 TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig, 12) TRACTOR Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade willcause excessive vibration and even- nanceo tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBULITI V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after !00 hoursof OIL FILL CAP/DiPSTICK operation and replace if necessary° The belts are not adjustable, Replace belts if they. begin to slipfrom wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build_upof dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling°...
  • Page 20 CLEAN AiR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to, prevent The fuel filtershould be replaced once each season. Iffuel engine damage from overheating, Clean with a wire brush filter becomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor, or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum replacement is required.
  • Page 21 SERVmCE AN ADJUST JIENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutcWbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift 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.
  • Page 22 SERVnCE A ....TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on tevelgroundor THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS onpage 3 ofthis manual).

  • Page 23: Installation

    RVltCE AND ADJ ENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools, Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See %0 REMOVE NUT "A_ MOWER"...
  • Page 24 ENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT See Fig. 27) if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positionedstraightforward, remove steer- CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ingwheel and reassemble per instructionsinthe Assembly ateexplosivegases.
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRULL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 28) Raise hood. Raise hood_ Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. ° Unsnap headlight wire connector. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely Standinfrentoftractor.
  • Page 26 lllll ....ll_L ....]IIIL_ SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS ..",'",. 'ill I' : ..,,,, ..IENGBNE FINAL SETTING - • 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.

  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE ENGUNE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 daysor more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 28 TROU HOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION : :: ::::: : ,,,, ,,,,j ....,,, , ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,, ,,,,, Willnot start 1. Outof fuel, , 1, Rlif,Jel tank. 2., Engine not'CHOKED"propedyo 2. See =TOSTART ENGINE"tn Operation sectlom 3o Engtne flooded, 3, Waitsevere]minutes beforeattempting to start 4.
  • Page 29 TFIOUBLESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Check wiring, switches and conneclJonso If not 1_ Faulty operator*safety presence control system, Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat department., with attachment clutch engaged r=l"l"= ..'l'l _l']_l']]U'H ..
  • Page 31 TRACTOR-... MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY RE.__O FUSE 30 AMP,. STARTER BLACK ..MMETE R ..WH_,, I .... ' ©' SOLENOID '-J-J% : (%-j_ • %J" t ..CLUTCH/ BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED I IGNIT!ON SWITCH WHITE I..
  • Page 32 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Switch Plunger Nc Gray 140301 Switch Ign 4 pos 124211X Nut Ignition 141226 Cover Sw Ignition 109310X Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta 156442 Harness Man C1Am Hm 97 71110408 Bolt BIk Hex 114-20unc x 1/2 Cover Terminal Red 131563 145673...
  • Page 34 REPAltR PARTS TRACTOR ,-,, MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES • _1o0 ° 14...,,,. 4--,..
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- = MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 155051 Chassis Wtdmt 140356 Drawbar Stretch 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3f8-16 x 3/4 Ty-tt STD551025 Washer 13132X 3!4 X 16 Ga 155272 Bumper Dash Hood 155924)(012 Saddle Stkscr Fit Lt 6sp Peerless 126842X Shield Ht.
  • Page 36 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9"07.258510 DRIVE _... 48...
  • Page 37 PARTS REPAIR TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 DRIVE PART PART riO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 4470J Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp Peerless Model P930-055A t54777 Keeper Belt Idler 146682 Spring Return Brake Tla Zinc 19131312 Washer 13132 X 13/16 X 12 Ga t23666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20"...
  • Page 38 REPABR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 STEERING ASSEMBLY +",_40 •* 29"...
  • Page 39 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga. 4O STD541537 Locknut Center 3/8-24 Unf 104820X Adaptor Wheel Strg. °640L635 ld t24417X Boot Shaft Steering Craftsman 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 121232X Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk 6855M Fitting!Grease...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 PARTS REPAHR TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Control Th/ch RH BIk Pd115 10 132759 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown)Bdggs Modet No 287707-0255-01 137352 Muffler Exh LT B&S 14HP IC OHV 272293 Gasket Eng 1 313 td Tin Plated 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt x 3"...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o258510 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 72050411 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8 140551 Bracket Pvt St 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121250X Spring Cprsn I 27 Bik Pnt 19131610...
  • Page 43 142235 Decal Side Pnt IcgoldBtk B & S 131265 140837 Decal Lightbox Decal Brake Parking Saddle Pad Footrest 128314 Decal Fender Craftsman White 145245 145247 149516 Fastener Pop In Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Acme 138311 156439 Decat Handle Lft Hei_]htAdjust...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -. = MODEL NUMBER 917,258510 LIFT 1617 18 13----_...
  • Page 45 PARTS REPADR TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger '17 32 Shaft Asm Lift 9 680 122507)( 105767X, Pin Groove I 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer Pltd 21/32 X 1 X 21 ga .120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 125631X...
  • Page 46 REPABRPARTS TRACTOR-- fiiIODF..L NUMBER 917.258510 MOWER lO3 •...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o = MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 42" MOWER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 144393 Mower Housing STD541410 Locknut STD533107 Bolt 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front t31845X900 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 133943 Washer, Hardened...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODi:L NUMBER 9t7.258510 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-055A...

  • Page 49: Replacement

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-055A REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772108A Cover, Transaxle 792075 Locknut 5/16-24 780086 Bearing, Needle 790025 Holder, Brake Pad 770102A Case, Transaxle 786066 Spacer 776260...

  • Page 50: Type

    REPAmRPARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 0255-01 634A _" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION i@NUAL 1022 868A 1022 1034 1029 1023 1026...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28;_'707, TYPE NUMBER 0255-01 1044 1045 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL _123 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 52 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917o258510 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 0255-01 _455 _188 1006...
  • Page 53 REPAmRPARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917,,258510 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 0255-01 //2,o j2o, "-=, _o19_UL_' ! lo90...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ..MODEL NUMBER 917.258510 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 0255-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 4964t2 272569 Gasket, Carburetor Cylinder Assembly 399265 (Elbow to Cylinder) Bearing, Cylinder 391086 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting...
  • Page 55 REPASR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMSIER 917o258510 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 0255-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 284 94704 Screw, Hex Head 668 280848 Spacer 284A _ 94073 Screw, Hex Head 718 230192 Pin, Dowel...
  • Page 56 IIHI ....r"rl'' ... I'I_ 'U'"...
  • Page 57 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATaON ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. & Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face, Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.

  • Page 58: Transaxle

    ® OW ER'$ 14.5 HP IC ANUAL ELECTRUC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number° 917.258510 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seal The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine°...