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MODEL NUMBER 917.258580
OWNER'SMANUAL
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
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 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 OWNER'SMANUAL o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments o Repair Parts 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 III. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents...
  • Page 3 ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPS/lENT 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. Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or...
  • Page 4 "FABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS- ENGINE ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    AOOEIIORIII AI Q AWWAOHMIENTS These accessories and attachments were avalab]e through most 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 ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Knob Seat Video Steering Cassette Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga, Mulcher Plate Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size tailner Springs (double loop) ©...
  • 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 securely, Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) (See Fig. 3) INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob° CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re- Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_ move metal bracelets, wristwatch Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. bands, rings, etc.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left INSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring. (See Figs. 4 and Install clutch rod in clutch lever. Secure with retainer Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension spring.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY (See Figs. INSTALL IVlULCHER PLATE 5 and _..__.__ DEFLECTOR SHIELD Install two latch hooks to muicher 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 OPSRATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FORWARD BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 12 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractorto familiarize yourself with the locations of various controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT IGNITION SWITCH SWITCH AMMETER THROTTL_CHOKE LIFT LEVER CONTROL...
  • Page 13 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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    OPERATION Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. "ENGAGED" If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to ATTACHMENT CLUTCH POSITION slower position. LEVER "DISENGAGED" ATTACHMENT ° If stopping is absoluteiy necessary, push clutch/brake LIFT LEVER POSITION pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake_ POS,TiON Move gearshift...
  • Page 15 OPERATION If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- filler neck, Do notoverfilL Wipeoffany pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the spilled oil or fuel.

  • Page 16: Terminals

    CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILiTiES IVlAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower R[ades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooltng "° ! Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Ad ust Mot on Or ve Belt(s Tension Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSUBIL TnES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance. tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION The blade can be sharpened with a fiie or on a grinding...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER LVTMES V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig& 14 and 15) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oll must meet API service classification SF or SG. operation and replace if necessary_ The belts are not adjustable.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RF=SPONSB L TUES CLEAN AiR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS CLEAN SCREEN (See Fig. 15) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, engine damage from overheating, Clean with a wire brush cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum kept clean at all times.
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER RESPON$1B LUT E$ (See Fig. 16) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) ENGINE OiL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one replacement is required.
  • Page 21 irl_ .... SErVe@5 AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY"SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 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 SERVaCE ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT...
  • Page 23 AND ADJUSTMENTS SERVICE Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake,, TO REPLACE IVlOWER BLADE DRUVE BELT Measure distance between brake operating arm and (See Fig. 23) nut "A" on brake rod. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake_ If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn Remove mower drive belt (See"TO REPLACE MOWER nut "A"...
  • Page 24 SERWCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE (See Fig. 28) JUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27) Block up axle securely The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow preset at the factory;...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash, TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 30) Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector, "POSITIVE" "NEGATIVE" Stand in front of tractor_ Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGnNE ACCELERATION TEST - Move throttle control lever from slow (,_) to fast (=_) TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Re- (See Fig. 31) peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until The throttle control has been preset at the factory and...
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTI POINTS lilt ..CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM win not start Out of fuel FI]! fuel tank Engtne not "CHOKED" properly See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation sectton, Engine flooded Wait several minutes before attempting to start Bad spark plug+ Replace sparkplug Dirty air filter Clean/replace air filter...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING POHNTS ..i1_ PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1, Faulty operator-safety presence c ontrol system Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues to run corrected, contactan authorized service cented when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department engaged Poorcut*unevan Worn, bent or loose blade, Replace blade Tighten blade boll Mower deck not level...
  • Page 29 STORAGE 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 IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, where fumes may reach an open flame...
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 31: Schematic

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP, STARTER BLACK WHITE ..SOLENOID ..(PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) WHITE "--u,' o__ BLACK "11[I_ I ..1}--{ BLACK - - - BLACK ATT'MENT CLUTCH GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 RE PAUR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917,258580 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144926 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 Washer STD551025 Washer STD551125 STD541025 769_J Tube, Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery 109596X Clamp, Hose 145211 Bolt, Btr. Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Holddown Btr.
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIP_ON 155051 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490812 Screw, ThdroL 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT 155923 Saddle 126471X Clip, Fuel Line 145203 Dash, Plastic STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 145218 Panel, Dash, LH 145217...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR" - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 DRIVE _'_6 18 113 42 ,--_ 39 _._...
  • Page 37 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut Crown Lock 5/16_18 UNC ..Transaxle,(See Breakdown) STD541431 Link, Clutch Peerless, Model Number 930-057A 105710X Spring, Clutch Return 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 105709X Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 123666X Pulley, Transaxle STD523712...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258580 STEERING ASSEMBLY , "÷,_-"-'-'3B .._.__J L :- "'"-'_36...
  • Page 39 REPAgR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Asm. STMP Dropped STL 154422 Spindle Assembly, LH 154423 Spindle Assembly, RH 6266H Searing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 40 REPAaR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION "1 134265 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) Kohl Model No. CV15S Type No PS-43509 Muffler 159420 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90,3/8-18 Locl_vasher 5/16...
  • Page 42 REPAaR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258580 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121250X Spring 140551 123976X Bracket, Pivot, Seat Nut, Flangelock 1/4 Grade 145006 124238X Clip Push-In Cap, Spring, Seai STD541437 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC-2A 124181X STD541431 Spring, Seat...
  • Page 43 139346 Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Operating Instruction 156787 159408 Decal Ins. Hood Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 Polo 133179 146705 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH Decal, Mower Q-C System '146706 146710 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH Decal, Insert Strg 151400 138047 Decal, Grille...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 MOWER LIFT 2524 1718 13---_...
  • Page 45 REPAgR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136971 Wire Asm., Inner w/plunger 136968 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nyton 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger...
  • Page 46 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 MOWER DECK...

  • Page 47: Gauge Wheels

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Pulley, Idler, Flat, 46 PrL Drive DeckAsm., Mower 46" 156493 156948 Washer, 13/32 x 13/'16 x 12 Ga 138457 Bracket Asm. Sway Bar 19131312 Bolt, Fin. Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring STD523710...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER P930-057A...
  • Page 49 REPAHR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER P930-057A REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION Locknut 5/16-24 772108A Cover, Transaxle 792075 780086A Bearing, Needle 790025 Holder, Brake Pad 770102A Case, Transaxle 786066 Spacer 776260A...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.25858G KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER ! ..CRA,KC_SEI .....
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12 351O2 Lifter, valve (2) 12 032 03 Seal, crankshaft 12 755 63 Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3-17) Block, cylinder (Use Short Block 12 522 18) 12 411 01 Rod, push !2)
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258580 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 BLOWER HOUSING..'ANDBAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICA...

  • Page 53: Spark Plugs

    REPABR PARTS TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0545010 12 086 14 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.5x46 Screw, hex flange M5xO_8xlO (8) 12 468 03 Washer, plain 3/8 24468 Washer, plain 1/4...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 E=G,,E €O"T"°LS ""° _,-.J t -- .._8 1,-@__,° 0_16 --,17...
  • Page 55 REPAURPARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex flange M8x1..25x70 (2) 25 099 05 Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) 12 079 07 Linkage, choke 12 755 54 Kit, drive end...
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 EX,.US_ I CRANKSHAFT ,H m F°E'SYSTE" ,°- _--14...
  • Page 57 REPABR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0641060 Nut, hex flange M6xl.0 12 014 37 Crankshaft (includes 2) X-25-63 Washer, plain 1/4 12 139 01 Plug, cup X-22-11...
  • Page 58 ,ill SERVmCE NOTES...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "r ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 S_E/A/ S ® OWNER'S 16.0 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. 917.258580 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.

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