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Craftsman 3One 917.252531 Owner's Manual

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/ Ra FTZ
MODEL NUMBER 917.252531
• Assembly
= Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
° Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
OWNER'S
MANUAL
®
Convertible
\
i 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 / Ra FTZ MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 OWNER'S MANUAL ® • Assembly = Operation Convertible • Customer Responsibilities ° Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts i 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 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° GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN •...

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    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, Seats will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship°...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............11-16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......22-27 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-21 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........4 TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 29-30 INDEX ................

  • Page 5: Accessories

    AND ATTACHM These accessories and attachments were available throughmost 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. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINEOIL...
  • Page 6 ,,,,,, ............• muuu CONTENTS HARDWARE PACK ,lll,lll,nnnlll llll ,i i ,,,,, ..illllUln i, u, lilt Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton iiiiiii1,111,1 ....Seat Mulcher Metal Plate (2) Sheet Screws #10-16 x 1/2 Steering Boot (1) Large Flat Washer...
  • Page 7 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 secure!yo Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY Jllll/lllllll I I ill 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.
  • Page 9 EMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 5) The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes,, Correct tire pressure is importantfor Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface, best cutting performance,, Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- •...
  • Page 10 EMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 6 & 7) 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. 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. FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE WARNING CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE ENGINE ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractorto familiarize yourselfwiththe locations ofvarious controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER LIF]r LEVER IGNITION PLUNGER SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER...
  • Page 13 OPERATION ii IIIINI i, ,11111,1 iiiiiiiiiiii The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eyedamage_ Always wear safety glasses oreye 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 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractorisequipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator' to leaVe'the_s6a_With hills with slopes greater than 15° and the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will CAUTION: Do not drive up or down do not drive across any slope,...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    ..............i i i ill ,ll,,, OPERAT BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT: COLD STARTIHG FOR HYDRO (BELOW 40°F) - AFTER STARTING ENGINE BEFORE DRIVING, LET TRANSMISSION WARM UP FOR ONE (1) CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig, 9) MINUTE BY PLACING MOTION CONTROL LEVER IN NEUTRAL IN) POSITION AND RELEASING CLUTCH/ •...
  • Page 16 , ill illll illll illl i illl ii ii ill ii illll OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP Tire chains cannot be used when the mower ho.us!qgis MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND attached to tractor. TRASH CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.
  • Page 17 iii1,11 ii ....NIN'rl '11'1'1"1111111111 "11'1'1'"11' ,'1"',"',',11, CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES ..... ,, , ,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,, MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___/_o_n_ AS YOU COMPLETE ./_/T/_._._._O_" REGULAR SERVICE ......_,/'_!/_-_'%_VSERVIOE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Cheek for LeoseFasieners - if AR Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades v"...
  • Page 18 """H "H"IHIIII"IIIlll CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15) Always observe safety rules when performing any rnainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, nanceo unbalanced blade willcause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine° BRAKE OPERATION •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER ENGINE BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffF 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 iii illllllllllllllll CUSTOMER 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. engine damage from overheating° Clean with awire brush Clean the foam pre-cleaner after' every 25 hours of opera- or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum tion or every season,...
  • Page 21 SIBILIT! MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. _ CLAMP= SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 22 ViCE D ADJU ENTS ..,, ... , ,,, ,,, u==, ......II!l ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,, ,,, ' ' ....IIII Illlll CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fullyand set.parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"...

  • Page 23: Side-To-Side

    .......... ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 24 and 25) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE_TO-SIDEo IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 24 AND ADJUSTMENTS WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT NUT "A" (See Fig. 26) The mower blade drive belt may be replacedwith0ut tools. " Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage parking brake_ BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See 'q'O REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 25 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 straight forward, remove steer- adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 26 AND ADJUSTMENTS ,i , ii J,,J TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ° Raise hood_ (See Fig. 31) Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the IIII IIIIIIIII IIIII grill° CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosivegases_ Keep sparks,flame °...
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FINAL SETTING - ENGINE Start engine and allowto warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE control lever in neutral (N) position. (See Fig. 33) ° Move throttle control lever to slow (.=_) position. With The throttle control has been preset at the factory and finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed adjustment should not be necessary_ Check adjustment as...

  • Page 28: Cleaning

    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 iillllll II,H Illl"""l" II I'lll IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL...
  • Page 29 ....iiii1,1 ,i, INTS TROU HOOTING ....ll,i,iil, il, iii CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM IIIl_lJl Fill fuel tank., Out of fuel Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section_ Englne not "CHOKED" properly, Waft several minutes before attempting to start, Engine flooded.
  • Page 30 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system 1,. Check wiring, switches and connecUons° If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch depadment engaged Poor cut - uneven Wom, bent or loose blade 1,.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY AMMETER FUSE 30 AMP i (_ STARTER BLACY_j : ©: ..WHITE SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) t IGN1T!ONSWITCH BLAGK (CLUTCH OFF) (CLL; 3FF) CONNECTOR ..
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 ELECTRICAL 36 35...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD541025 109238X Tube, Plastic, 12" 144940 Case, Battery 109596X Clamp, Hose 144935 Screw Cap Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 1 145355 Nut Nylon 3/8-16 STD551125...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 14-.-.,.. 4 _,...,.._...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 145501 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 1749O612 Screw, Thdo Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 146077 Bumper Snapoln 145206 Saddle 126842X Shield Ht Hood Koh!/Dia Engine 126471X Clip Insulator ,.406 Mtg Hole 146760X011...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - . MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 DRIVE • 83 _ _---- 100 ,° ! 92---'- 19"_...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP_ON 144436 Transaxle Assembly 140312 Keeper, Center Span Screw Thdrol, 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 17490612 Cover, Pedal 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 8883R 141003 Rod Shift Hydro LT 140186 Pulley, Engine 76020416...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.25253'1 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 142033 Front Axle Assembly 135227 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 135228 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,252531 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x ,88 140551 121250X Bracket, Pivot, Seat Spring STD523710 Bolt 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 19131610 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16+18 UNC Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 145006 STD541431...
  • Page 41 Battery Dngr/Psn/Srs Eng 128314 Decal Fender, Craftsman Decal 145023 Battery Craftsman White Decal 137537 Caution, English 145245 Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman 4900J Decal Clutch/Brake, English 138311 Decal, Lift Handle Decal V-Belt Drive Schematic 146046 145247 Fastener Pop in Footrest...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control, Throttle 1772041O Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5t8 145305 Engine, B&S, 15Hp Diamond Dual Model No. 28N707, Type NOo 0162-01 137352 Muffler 125593X Gasket, Exhaust 13280324 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3 132O030O...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 MOWER LIFT ._21 161718...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 122507X Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32x I x21 Gauge '120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 122512X...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 MOWER DECK ._"'_104 113 111...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 133943 Washer, Hardened STD533107 Bolt 140084 Arm, Idler 138017 122052X Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front Spacer, Retainer 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes STD624008 141043 Guard, TUV idler...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0750 13135_ 3940...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0750 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x _060 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 Differential Assembly 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 142959 Washer 3/4 x 1,5 x .03 142932...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0162-01 "_"REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1022 1023 ..1026...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.25253'1 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0162-01 J_'_UlL_L _868_ lo33 VALVE oV'ERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL _ 32 ..... ":"::": 'o'.._' [ ,,5 634B .,,oou,,,os TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0162-01 634A 868 868A 284A 358 GASKET CARBURETOR GASKET 1044 1006 1054 ,i,ill...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9'17.252531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0162-01 729A 1090...

  • Page 54: Connecting

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0162-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 94098 ** Screw, Throttle 496412 Cylinder Assembly 495800 Screw, Idle Speed 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 231789 ** Pin, Float Hinge * Seal, Oil...

  • Page 55: Terminals

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0162-0'1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Retainer, Wire 284A 94073 Screw, HexHead 729A 225170 Gear, Timing 294 810068 Screw, Set 741 262932 Link, Counterweight...
  • Page 57 SERVICE...
  • Page 58 ....,,,,,,, illl illlll IIIIIH I I llllll'l ......SERVICE NOTES ,,,, ,,,, ..... illlllll ....
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING ,.,..,. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ILI_IIIIII I 111111 IIIIIIIIIII :: : ::::_...

  • Page 60: Replacement

    CRAFTSMAN + OWNER'S 15.0 HP ELECTRIC START MANUAL 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) DRIVE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.252531 Each tractor has its own model nurnber_ Each engine has its own model number,. The model number for your tractor wilt be found on the model plate located under the seat°...

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