Craftsman 917.254530 Owner's Manual
Craftsman 917.254530 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.254530 Owner's Manual

12.0 hp ic electric start 38" mower deck 5 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.254530
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
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38" MOWER DECK
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
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. Operation
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° Service and Adjustment
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  • Page 1 i illllll,i ,,ll iu OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.254530 ® 12.0 HP RC Caution: ELECTRIC START Read and follow all Safety Rules 38" MOWER DECK and Instructions 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE Before Operating This Equipment LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly . Operation , Maintenance °...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS D!_CONNECT SPARK PLUGW!RE AND PL&.CE WIRE WHERE !T CANNOT CONTACTSPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS° IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY, YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS.
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu- factured to give you the best possible dependability HORSEPOWER: 12 0 performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............10-13 SAFETY RULES ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE ............!4-17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ........ SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......_8-24 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........26-27 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-43 INDEX ................
  • Page 5: Accessories

    ..i,iiiJ_=_,, , ,,, ,r,llr ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH ENTS ..... i, i, i1,1,1,,,,i 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 MAINTENANCE ENGINE BLADES...
  • Page 6 , i. ,,,,,nIHlU"U CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ... ' ,i,, ,i _ ,tll , i,,,u ..I Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed seParately in carton ......i,,,i,1,, ,i,ii1,1 Seat (2) Sheet © Battery acid Metal Screws #10-16 x I/2 Steering (1) Locknut...
  • Page 7 ii H illlll i,i H,HH,IIH I I I I ii1.. ii 'l.l'._lrMl. I TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSERT 1/2 - 20 HEX A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are fisted. 2-1/4" DIA. WASHER -.,.._ (1) 3/4" wrench (1) 5/16"...
  • Page 8 ASSEM HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolto PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan° • Piace seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolto CAUTION; Wear eye and face shield. •...
  • Page 9 ===IHI=Ill ASSEM == H =,=l INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) TERMINAL GUARD WING ACCESS DOOR CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before Installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.
  • Page 10 OPERATION ,11,1 ..= =.H,,,,= ........='HH " '='1..KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL 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.
  • Page 11 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...
  • Page 12: Carburetor 2

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly 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 •...
  • Page 13 ....... OPERATION n i ........... iii i, ii,U,lU........ Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) that has been cuL Have the cut area to the right of When starting engine for the first time or if engine has the machine.
  • Page 14 MAHNTSNAN¢5 j Check Brake Operation Check T_rePressure ,,,, T j check for Loose Fasteners a I S, ,p Mower Blades /Rop e 0 I Clean Battery and Terminals -, ....,, ..I Adjust Blade Bel!,(s}Tension ,,i,, t Adjust Moro_ n Dr'lye Belt(s) Tension ...
  • Page 15 ,,,t i,ii.,,i , ,i i HI,,I I1,, , ,,,,, ....,,.,,, ,UlH,,,,,.,_ U" NTENANCE = ,,,,......,H ,,,,H,,HU ,,,, ,,,JH ,,,,,,, ,H,, ,,HHH , TRACTOR MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- _ACKSHAFT} Nance ASSEMBLY BRAKE OPERATION FLANGES If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjusted FLAT WASHER _,..
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine BATTERY (See Fig. 12) and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use. Add SAE Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient 30W motor oil or equalivenL Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick for normal use, However, periodic charging of the battery securely each time you check the oil level, SAE 5W-30...
  • Page 17 ,,l=, =,=,=,,,== NTENANCE MUFFLER COVER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if KNOB "----"-'-_-'_ equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS CARTRIDGE Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes first.
  • Page 18: Side-To-Side

    SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 11 m =H mini =liiN,i, i, 1,1 ,1,,,,,,, ,,m ,=,,,,,r= CAUTION; BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REAR SUSPENSION LIFt* LEVER (RAISED POSITION) _'--_ BOTTOM OF CURL BOTTOM BOTTOM OFCURL OFCURL |ROUND _ D LINE REAR SUSPENSION TRUNNION FIG. 20 GROUND LINE REAR REAR SUSPENSION SUSPENSION FIG. 18 TRUNNIO_uT .F_, SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT TRUNNION "_ NUT "C"...
  • Page 20 iii i1,,11 ii ii1,, i, ill ,lll,,lll ......SERVNCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOWER BELT BLADE DRIVE (See Fig. 22) IDLER BELT BELT ENGINE PULLEY GUIDE Your tractor has been manufactured with the ability to readjust the mower blade drive belt to provide you with longer belt life, L,H, MANDREL...
  • Page 21 inH,== ,,,i, m,,,i,,H..,,H,,,,, SERVICEAND STMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24) Fig. 25) Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. The tractor drive belt may be replaced without toots.
  • Page 22 illlll i,iiiP i, iil, i i! $ERVHCE AN ADJUSTMENTS ii ,i,,ll H,IH, TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Figs. 27 & 28) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward,...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS u ,,11,n TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 29) LIGHT HOOD Replace with 30 amp automotive4ype plug-in fuse, The CONNECTOR fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly in front of the dash, HOOD SPRING FUSE HOLDER HINGE BRACKET FIG.
  • Page 24 GOVERNED IDLE - ENGINE Move throttle control lever to "SLOW" position+ With TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE finger hold throttle shaft in closed position against (See Fig. 32) throttle stop (counterclockwise) Turn idle speed screw to attain 1550 RPM. Release throttle shaft, Move The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary+ Checkadjustment throttle control lever to attain t 750 RPM+Turn governor...
  • Page 25: Cleaning

    i i H nunH,,,i STORAGE mm n ,H,,m,,i • Drain the fuel tank. Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty, •...
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POmNTS i i,,i i ii , HI,,II_,II,,I,, PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Fill fueltank. Will not start Out of fuel. See TO START ENGINE in operation section. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Walt several minutes before attempting to start. Engine flooded Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Clean!replace air filter...
  • Page 27 ..............TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ...... i ii nu ii mnul ,ml CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1- Check wiring,switches and connections,if not 1_ Fau_y oper_o_safe_ presence control system, Engine continues to run corrected,contactSears Service Department, when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn, bent or toose blade, Replace blade,...
  • Page 28 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 12.0 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 SCHEMATIC BATTERY .Eo ) FUSE 30 AMP STARTER WHITE SOLENOID BLACK IGNITION SWITCH ..f"_ f'-'\ _ L BLACK & BLACK (PEDAL UP) SEAT CLUTCH/BRAKE l___ SWITCH BLACK I ATT'MENT CLUTCH (NOT OCCUPIED) (CLUTCH OFF) GNTo.
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254530 ELECTRICAL 18 _ ..3 2...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 7662J Bulb, Light * Nut, Hex 1/4-20 127441X Harness, Li.ght Socket STD541025 Battery 124904X Harness, W_ring t21265X Terminal Guard 109310X Key, Motded 102476X WingNut 1/4-20 110712X...
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  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.254530 DRIVE (_/93 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 9'17.254530 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART Link, Clutch 124136X Engine, 12 HP, Briggs and Stratton, 105710X * Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Model No. 281707, Type No, 0412-01 STD561210 Rod, Brake 131002 Pulley Engine 110437X...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254530 STEERING ASSEMBLY 27 30 56 55...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 124033X 123042X Dash Shaft, Pitman 74761060 Bolt, Hex 5/8-11 x 3-3/4 74180512 Screw, Truss Hd, 5/16-18 x 3/4 I05669X Axle, Front 73510500 Nut, Keps 5/16-18 1t0438X...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 LIFT ADJUSTMENT 45,,,_...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 LIFT ADJUSTMENT PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 123650X 124429X Stud, 1/4 Turn Lever, Clutch, Mower 122364X 106932X Knob Plunger 106451X 125631X Bolt, Shoulder Grip, Handle 4939M 73680600 Nut, Crowntock 3/8_16 Retainer, Spring 110029X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 MOWER...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254530 MOWER DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PART 106085X V_Belt STD623715 * Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1-1/2 Gr5 Spring, Extension 121259X Housing 108250X Rod, Clutch, Mower 8417J Runner, R.Ho 108235X 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 TO^_.e^w = =_T: ,",,_ODEL NUMBER A,_=n ,> TRANSAXLE 43 52...
  • Page 43 REPABR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR., - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 TRANSAXLE FOOTE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-6 TRANSAXLE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Shaft, Idler 120458X Housing, Upper 120471X Spacer, °635 x .875 x _755 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 x.734 Lgo 120472X 68003 Ball, Detent...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 28'1707, TYPE NUMBER 0412=01 _), 58 ':,% ""%)63...
  • Page 45: Installation

    REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 281707, TYPE NUMBER 04'12-01 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 93158 Ring Set, Piston - Standard Screw, Blower Housing Mounting 394665 Sere 391781 Ring Set, Piston - .010"...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 ENGINE BR_GGS & _^_-r_, .._n=, _I,,..==D 281"_n'_ _vD= _==l.n==D nAt.)on4 W 23 q_14 r._.,,_..__J...
  • Page 47: Fuel

    REPARR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.254530 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 281707, TYPE NUMBER 0412o0t DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PART 490689 Shaft and Lever, Choke Housing, Blower 390684 Venturi, Carburetor 93158 Screw, Blower Housing Mounting 211960 91920 Screw, Machine Fil Hd.
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254530 ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 281707; TYPE NUMBER 0412-01 Length--_ r-_-:--J-----1 23 LABEL KIT ] GASKET SET t PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 394805 93984 Screw, Motor and Drive Assembly 12V, 4- 490324 Cover, Starter (Includes Mounting...
  • Page 49 u ull ,i,,,,11 SERVnCE OTES...
  • Page 50 SERWCE...
  • Page 51 ill,rll,,ll SLOPE SHEET _,,c_ C_O0 z,.__...
  • Page 52: Seat.

    I I,IIIIHI ® OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO= 917o254530 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 model plate located under the seat. The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.

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