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Craftsman 917.250032 Owner's Manual

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SEAl, S
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.250032
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instruct,ons
Before Operating
This Equipment
®
20 HP IC
ELECTRIC START
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
GARDEN TRACTOR
• AssembUy
• Operation
, Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustment
oRepair Parts
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Chicago,
IL 60684 U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 SEAl, S OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.250032 ® 20 HP IC Caution: ELECTRIC START Read and follow all Safety Rules 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE and Instruct,ons GARDEN TRACTOR Before Operating This Equipment • AssembUy • Operation , Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustment oRepair Parts Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago,...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT; THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDSAND FEETANDTHROWING OBJECTS, FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 20 0 tured to give you the best possible dependability performance GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 5 GALLONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............10-12 SAFE'rf RULES ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......17-20 CU STOMER R ESPONSIBILtTtES ..... 3, 13-16 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ,..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........TROU BLESHOOTING ..........22-23 INDEX ................
  • Page 5 ACOESSORBES AN ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor 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 ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size ,,i,,, ..,,,,,,,,, , ,,i Seat (t) Shoutder Bolt 5/16-1B Battery acid (1) Knob Steering Wheel Battery (l) Washer 17/32 x I-3/16 x 12 Gauge Parts Bag Owner's Manual Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 Wheel ! ____...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier. Standard STEERING _,..- WHEEL wrench sizes are listed INSERT (2) 7/16" wrenches (t) Tire pressure gauge (1) Adjustable wrench (t) Utility knife LOCK When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it ,_ HEX BOLT WASHER means when you are in the operating position (seated...
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob,, PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig, 3) • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. ,ll i ",, I IllL H ....• Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt, CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.
  • Page 9 TERMINAL CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected BATTERY BOLT first to prevent sparking from acciden- CAPS tal grounding. • Raise hood. BATTERY TRAY • Make sure d rain tube is fastened to drain hole in battery tray and battery tray is positioned in hole of battery FiG.
  • Page 10 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 location of various controls and adjustmentSr Save this manual for future reference, UGHT SWITCH LIFT SWITCH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH ,THROTTLE...
  • 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 before starting your tractor and while moving.
  • Page 12 OPERATION ]BEFORE STARTING THE ENGUNE INDICATOR LIGHTS Located on the dash of your tractor, these lights alert you CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 9) to necessary steps required to start your unit or, while tractor is running, alerts you to a serious problem which °...
  • Page 13 CUSTOMER RESPONSmB LmES ..... i u, uu FILL,. DATES AS YOU COMPLETE LO_'_ _'-'_- ,_-_- " _ __O_,-r_, ,,r, r" r_..[ REGULAR SERVICE ...._"_Z_,'_'/_4,,_" '4_j/" _"__v4_ _I:.Hy!L;I- U,_/r'_ ..check Brake O;erati0n "_ Check Tire Pressure ..Check for Loose Fasteners ..$##.
  • Page 14 CUSTOM RESPONS BILITIES TRACTOR BATTERY (See Fig. 11) Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the nance. battery with an automotive charger will extend it's life. BRAKE OPERATION Acid solution levee in each battery cel! should be even...
  • Page 15 LRTHES ENGINE LUBRICATION On}y use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES ENGINE OIL FILLER & DIPSTICK _F -20 ° 0 ° 32 °...
  • Page 16 ......1.1.= . .i..._ ..1... i.ll-iT,, ..i.1.. CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTIES .i..li i.,,,,t . .,i,, ....,,i., '"!ll' ",1 AIR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil (See Fig.
  • Page 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ....... ,,'H.!. CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. • Turn Ignition key "OFF" and remove key..
  • Page 18 ..=,=,= , = ..i,,, TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 21 and 22) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake.

  • Page 19: Attachment Lift Spring 1

    ..,w._., ,.,=. ,i ,,"..,,.'l,r ' I'U ''=,,,1' I'""1'_ SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS i H i ,,,,,,1,1 ...... ,m,,,,, i,,,i,, TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig, 25) - • Block up axfe securely, "POSITIVE"(+J • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow FIG, 26 wheel removal, °...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE AND CARBU- (See Figs. 29 and 30) RETOR ADJUSTMENTS (See Figs. 31 and 32) Lift hood, Disconnect headlight wire connection° Never attempt to change maximum engine speed. This is present at the factory and should only be changed by a •...
  • Page 21 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 ,, i,, ......IMPORTANT: IT tS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...

  • Page 22: Brake

    ,u ,,,,r,ll ..U ...." I i ,,, I'l"ll' nl Ill ¸ ' ' I " I lU Illlll,"tr • "- POINTS TROUBLESHOOTING ..i, , i,,,,11 ..i ..PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION , ,H,U ' 'lUt Out of fuel Fitl fuel tank Will not start Engine not "CHOKED"...
  • Page 23 "['ROU LESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system° Check wiring, switches and connections, If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact Sears Service Center/Department. with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - 1Lmeven Worn, bent or loose blade Replace blade.
  • Page 24 ....i,,i ..,,,,11,,i,,,111111,_l,,ull,IL ,, $ERVNCE OTE$...

  • Page 25: Schematic

    20 HP TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 SCHEMATIC © ;ATTERY ..FUSE 30 AMP, STARTER BLACK BLACK 1 IGNITION SWITCH WHITE LiFT ELECTRIC SWITCH CLUTCH BLACK{ OPERATOR PRESENCE SEAT RELAY SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) I 85 86 I (DISENGAGED) YELLOW BLACK NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS --<2>...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ELECTRICAL KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 109310X 110944X Spacer, Clutch 2683R Switch, Ignition 110881X Stop, Clutch Washer 123620X Cover, Key Switch 19132203 124211X Nut, Ignition STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/6 109555X...
  • Page 28 REPABR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES @ 92...

  • Page 29: Fuel

    REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Hood 127439 Seat 1060!3X459 Shield, Heat, Front 124294X Pan, Seat ! 10874X Grill 105529X Bolt, Shoulder 120153X STD541431 Locknut 5/16-t8 108512X...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 GROUND DRIVE 72 73 .__103 OPTIONAL IEQUIPMENT Spark Arrester' Kit...
  • Page 31 RIEPAaR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR., - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO,. DESCRIPTION STD551131 Washer, Lock 121388X Control, Choke 131723 Engine, Onan, 20 HP, STD551237 Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/8 Model Number 739,11054D STD541137 Nut, Hex 3/8-24 UNF 19131316...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 STEERING...
  • Page 33 REPABR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR ° .. MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 STEERING KEY PART KEY PART DESCRTPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 106230X Tire, t6 x 6°50 105525X Bracket, Support, Dash 8134H Tube, Front 19171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge (Optional, Service Item Only) STD533727 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-3/4...
  • Page 34 RE!PAURPARTS 20 HP TRACTOR .. = MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 STEERING ,9 36 lL:, / /.31 I/3, @48@ 13 @62® s2 @ =9...
  • Page 35 REPAaR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 STEERING KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 100734K Handle, Adjust, Lift 4939M Retainer, Spring ! 10807X Nut, Special 123934X Scale, Height Indicator 110811X Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Gauge Rod, Adjust, Lift 19112410 STD570907...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 .°59 57 92 93...

  • Page 37: Type

    REPAnR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 AYP TRANSAXLE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 1529R Needle Bearing 12000034 Retaining Ring 8119M Needle Bearing 4199R Final Drive Gear 4220R Thrust Bearing Race 4216R Differential Gear 4209R...
  • Page 38 REPADR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ELECTRIC LIFT ACTUATOR KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, D ESCR1PTtON DESCRIPTION 1862J Screw, Machine, Slotted Fillister 1859J Output Gear Head #10-32 x 1-5/8 1861j Motor, 12 Volt 1863J Washer, Lock #10 673A218 Connector Body Kit 8331J...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,250032 ELECTRIC LIFT ACTUATOR KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Decal 128884 Speed/Deck Size, Chassis 110921X Decal HP, Engine 132265 Decal Steering Wheel Insert 128491 Decal Hoed, Stripe, LH 120960X Decal Battery 12849o...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D CYLINDER BLOCK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 110-3487 Washer, Valve Spring, Retaining 526-0122 Washer, Flat 5/16" 110-3424-_1 800-057t Screw, Cap, Hex Head, Special 2"...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR = .. MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE ,, MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D .....

  • Page 43: Filter

    REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D OIL FILTER STARTER COMPONENTS KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO, NO. 122-0320 !91-1954 Kit, Hardware, Starter (includes Adapter, Oil Filter 526-0065 Solenoid Mounting Screws, Thru Washer, Flat, Copper 54 6"...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D 5€...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR ..., MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 739,11054D OIL BASE GEARCASE, IGNITION CONTROL, ALTERNATOR AND REGULATOR KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO° KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO, 102-1325 Base, Oil (Includes al! Plugs and 103-0799 Plug Gasket) Kit, Gearcase (Includes Parts...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D ill,ill,, i ii| i ii...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D AIR CLEANER BLOWER HOUSING AND GOVERNOR KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NOo NO. NO. 865-0020 Nut, Wing 1/4-20 134-4728-50 Housing, Blower, Painted 140-2005-50 Cover, Air Cleaner, Painted 815-026t...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR = ° MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE .. MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D ....I Z " ... 11111 ....i, FUEL PUMP AND FILTER...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 20 HP TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250032 ONAN ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 739.11054D CHOKECONTROL (FRONT PULL) EXHAUST SYSTEM DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO. Washer, Flat #10 134-4254-50 Cover, Exhaust, L..H 526-0140 Lever, Choke 134-4655-50 Cover, Exhaust, R_H.
  • Page 50 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING FIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WiTH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. '1'r"11111"1 'll"l'r'l'"rl i,ii i _,,M, I... Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not M AA, greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 52: Transaxle

    ® S A/ S OWNER'S 2O HP IC MANUAL ELECTRIC START 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE GARDEN TRACTO MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model 917.250032 number. The Model Number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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