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SWA/_S
[R n
MODEL NUMBER 917.258531
TSMaN
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
;AUTION:
Read
and follow
all safety
rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER
ASSfSTANCE
HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
t-800-659-5917
F------
IHH
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  • Page 1 SWA/_S TSMaN [R n MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts ;AUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSfSTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: t-800-659-5917 F------ ...
  • Page 2 & SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: TH_S CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT _NSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Ul. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator...
  • Page 3 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 manuat, Sears wifl repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............10-15 SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICAT|ONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......21-26 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiUTIES ..... 3, 16-20 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........28-29 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 32-49 iNDEX ................

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available 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 i FUEL STABILIZER...
  • Page 6 NTS OF HA E PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size Seat Mulcher Plate Steering Wheel (1) Lock video (1) Locknut washer Cassette 5/!6-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-t8 x I-1/4 (1) Hex Bof 1/2-13 x 1 Steering Manual Boot...
  • Page 7 ASSE _iv. ,_ ....,.L....... 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, the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which nal with remaining hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. and hex nut. Tighten securely, •...
  • Page 9 °_ TO CONVERT TO BAGGING GAUGE WHEEL DiSCHARGiNG MOUNTING BRACKET Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place, Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. DEFLECTOR 3/8-16 LOCKNUT SHOULDER BOLT 318" WASHER GAUGE WHEEL"...
  • Page 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supp!ied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FORWARD FAST SLOW REVERSE BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE ENGINE ON - IIT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ,THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparetheiilustrationswithyourtractor tofamiiiarizeyoursetfwiththe{ocations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manUal for future reference, ATTACHMENT IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSITION LiFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING...
  • Page 12 OPERATION over the spectacles or standard safety gmasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR engine. Never use choke to stop NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may (See Fig. 9) TO SET PARKING BRAKE cause "browning"...
  • Page 13 • ::;7i! ¸:I: !iir_!_i7: 7!: , AT!ON IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DoEs TO OPERATE ,MOWER (See Fig. 10} NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE Your tractor is equipped With an operator presence sens- CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL tS DEPRESSED• ing switch.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    OPERATION • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position:-Shut- ADD GASOMNE off engine and set parking brake. Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT"...
  • Page 15 OPERATION ..... __=-.= Place the motion control lever in neutral. MULCHmNG MOWING TIPS Release the parking brake and let the clutch!brake s]owty return to operating position. mMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND Allow one minute for transmission to warm uo.

  • Page 16: Terminals

    CUSTOM RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL tN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE _ERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Chec Tire Pressure !# # T I C for Loose Fasteners ,,n/Replace Mower Biades .._tionChart Battery Level/Recharge 0 t Clean Battery and Terminals R I Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust...
  • Page 17 ......_!_h?_< ¸ CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR o.,o, c Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION ff tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 18 CUSTO RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- will result in increased oil consu_nption when used above cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the 32°F.
  • Page 19 AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating.

  • Page 20: Replacement

    CUSTO RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER CLAMP CLAMP Inspect and rep ace corroded muff er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it couJd create a fire hazard and/or damage; SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occUrs first.
  • Page 21 SERVICE A ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Depress ciutchlbrake pedal fui_y and set parking brake. Place attachment ctutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and ali moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 22 CE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE !EVEL SlDE-TO-SlDE. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-DAQK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...

  • Page 23: Brake Adjustment

    CE AN ;TlVlENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRmVE BELT WiTH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig, 26) NUT "A" The mower blade drive be_tmay be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on {eve{ surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE...
  • Page 24 SERVICE !NTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 29) (See Fig. 30) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and Block up axle securely. adjustment should not be necessary. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do if for any reason the motion control lever wilt not hold its not lose).
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. RED cable last from both batteries. HOOD POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR FiG. 32 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE...

  • Page 26: Carburetor Adjustment

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTM TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 34) ACCELERATION TEST The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- Move throttle control lever f!,"._mslow (,_!) to fast (_ll_) ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- pOsition, tf engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,...

  • Page 27: Battery

    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 TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL __side a building SYSTEM...

  • Page 28: Air Screen

    LESHOOTI POINTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine not "CHOKED" properIy. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Clean!replace air filter.
  • Page 29 ..• "_,_'i _ _ _'!'i_ TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faufty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections, If not when operator teavea seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department.
  • Page 30 CE NOTES...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917,258531 SCHEMATIC ÷1 1° o I11o BLACK BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHtTE SOLENOID " L )- IGNITION SWITCH BLACK METER HOUR NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. BROWN THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRiPTiON 146139 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-o20unc x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD54!025 109238X Tube, Plastic, 12" 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 109596X Clamp, Hose t53664 Switch, interlock Pushqn STD551 !25...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.25853! CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood!Dash !50156X011 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 146956 Pane!, Dash, LH.
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 DRIVE i/48 36 35 84100 74 _"...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 9i7o258531 DRIVE PART PART DESCRtlPTION DESCRiPTiON Pulley, Engine t50071 Transaxte Assembly 140186 Bolt 7/16-20 X 4 Gr. 5 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 71!70764 Washer Lock Hvy Htc! Sp_ 7/t6 143995 Putley, Transaxie STD55114.3 I54.792 Rod Shift Fender 154778...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 STEERING ASSEMBLY .._-_,_2_-- _1 . . "22-_2222 "-. i!J_7...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.258531 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, L,H. 157473 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 917.258531 SEAT ASSEMBLY 8 -...,__f 2°\ PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 14O123 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 140551 121250X Bracket, Pivot, Seat Spring STD523710 Bolt 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 19131610 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC...
  • Page 41 Decat, Side Panel I383!1 Decal Drawbar Chtd Mvt Hyd LT 156787 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 t4234t Pad Footrest LH STLT 146709 Deca}, Fender, Craftsman I54515 Pad Footrest RH STLT 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 154516 Owner's Manual, English 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.25853! ENG1NE OPTIONAL EQUUPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 150600 Controt, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 28N707-0173-0t Muffler 137352 272293 Gasket, Exhaust 13280324 Nippte, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-t6 NPT Washer...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 MOWER LiFT 161718...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 MOWER LIFT 159471 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159460 Shaft Assembly, Lift I05767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E_Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 1225!2X...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.25853! MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCR_PTgON 144393 Mower Housing 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Bolt 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 14!043 Guard, TUV Idler 138440 Knob Custom Ovat Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 149846 STD624008 V-Bek...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 HYDRO GEAR TRANSA×LE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPT!ON NO. NO. DESCRmPTJOH 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 Washer 7/t6 x 7/8 x .060 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 DifferentialAssembly 142932 Seat, Lip...

  • Page 50: Type

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917,25853t BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE o MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0!73=01 _614 3°@...

  • Page 51: Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9i7.258531 BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173o01 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL _" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR iNSTRUCTiON MANUAL.
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 9!7.258531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMgER 0173=01 _284A 977 CARBURETOR GASKET 305_...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR _ _ MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 729A 1090...

  • Page 54: Seat

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 BR1GGS & STRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEYPART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 94098 ** Screw, Throttle 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 495800 Screw, Idle Speed 391086 * Sea_, Oil 231789...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917.258531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173o01 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, Retainer, Wire 284A 94073 Screw, Hex Head 729A 225170 Gear, Timing 810068 Screw, Set 262932 Link, Counterweight...
  • Page 56 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 58 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 59 oo_m ::3"< _ 0 "I" ffl¢/l I'D ..h ""1 (I) - -.Ir- >..< r"7 "13...
  • Page 60 CRAFTSMAN ® S!AIRS OWNER'S 15.5 HP ELECTRIC START MANUAL 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number, Each engine has its own model number. 917°258531 The model number for your tractor wi!l be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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