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NUMBER 917.256701
OWNER'S MANUAL
* Assembly
* Operation
* Customer Responsibilities
* Service and Adjustments
* 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 NUMBER 917.256701 OWNER'S MANUAL * Assembly * Operation * Customer Responsibilities * Service and Adjustments * 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 /IIIHIII ..........
  • 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. IlL CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand+ and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents...
  • 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 manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 CONTENTS TABLE OF MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ..... ;..........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILITiES ...... 3, 16-19 TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 27-28 WARRANTY ..............REPAnR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 30-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS- ENGINE ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ATTACHMENTS i i ,ll,lll,,l_,,i, i i,i ,in,m ii1,1 HII,I, ....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 SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton U,_,UII (1) Knob Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Video (1) Washer Steering Cassette 17/32 x 1-3/16 x ! 2 Ga. Wheel Plate Mutcher Manual Parts Bag . (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Parts bag contents not shown full size ©...
  • 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) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. move metal bracelets, wristwatch • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. bands, rings, etc.
  • Page 9 ii,ln ASSI • Place the R.H. suspension arm on outward pointing AND DRIVE BELT (See INSTALL MOWER deck pin. tf necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 4 and 7) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6) DEFLECTOR SHIELD 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 inseiting weld nut from the top With hook pointing down. Tighten hardware securely.
  • Page 11 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY . WARNING ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseff with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save his manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH SWITCH SWITCH AMMETER...
  • Page 13 OPERATIC 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 OPERATION • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge slower position. wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake ground, Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.
  • Page 15 OPERATION • tf 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- filmer neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the spilled oil or fuet, Do not store, spill or desired height.
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPO BILITiES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL tN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Cheek Brake Operation Check Tire Pressu/re Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Biades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Leve!iRecharge Clean Battery and Terminals CheckTransaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Bett(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 17 ILITIES CUSTOMER RESPONSIB , ,i,,_11 ....,i-i LI_,I,,, ii i,in!,l, ii ,i i iiil,,inlnl TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) TRACTOR 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.
  • Page 18 ..ESPO LITIES CUSTOMER ......,IU'm V-BELTS OIL FILL CAP/D|PSTICK Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AiR SCREEN (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, engine damage from overheating.

  • Page 20: Adjustments Brake

    SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS Depress clutch/brake pedaK fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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 21 SERVICE AND ADJ STMENTS ° To raise front ol mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO equal number of turns. GROUND GROUND •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE A ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT Fig. 25) (See Fig. 24) The electric dutch should provide years of service. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 Remove mower drive belt (See'%O REPLACE MOWER seconds.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 27) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) Disconnect clutch wire harness.
  • Page 24 D ADJUSTMENTS ERVICE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY • Raise hood. (See Fig. 31) ° Putt bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill, Repiace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the gritl, Close hood.

  • Page 25: Carburetor

    CE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST- Move throttle control lever from stow (,_) to fast (,1_) TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position. If engine hesitates oi_dies, turn idle mixture (See Figs. 33 & 34) screw out (counterclockwise) !/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary,_untit...

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    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 q_ore. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 27 G POINTS LESHOOT! CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Fil! fuel tank. Out of fuel. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section, Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Replace spark pfug. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTi G POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 SCHEMATIC NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS IGNITION SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS 1 1 ..i NOTE: tF WIRING INSULATED PTO SWITCH CLIPS WERE REMOVED POSITION CIRCUIT M + G SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO START ON ' B + S + L...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 REPAIRPARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD55!125 Washer STD541025 7697J Tube, Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery 109596X Clamp, Hose 145211 Bolt, Btr. Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 145209 Hotddown Btr.
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 CHASSIS ANDENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 151169 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT 145206 Saddle 145351 Shield Heat Kohler MV18 126471X Clip, Fuel Line 145203 Dash, Plastic 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8q 6 x 1 145218 Panel, Dash, LH...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 145607 Transaxle, Dana, Model Number 19111012 Washer 11i32x5/8x12Gauge 4360-97 105706X Bearing 1t0812X Washer, Hardened 146682 Spring, Brake Return 123666X Pulley, Transaxte 12000039 Ring, Clip 127783 Pulley, Idler 12000028 Ring, Retainer 123789X...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Steering Wheel 142033 AxJe AssembJy, Front 135227 Spindle Assembly, LH 135228 Spindle Assembly, RH 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x !6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x lq/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 39 PARTS REPAIR TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132755 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 141948 Engine, Kohter Model No. MV 18S-58560 149723 Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone 136215 Tube Manifold LH Kohler MV18 Tube Manifold RH Kohler MV18 136216 138129...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121250X 140123 Seat Spring 140551 123976X Nut, Flangeiock 1/4 Grade 5 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 145006 124238X Clip Push-in Cap, Spring, Seat 73800600 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC - 2A Nut, Lock Hex w/ins.
  • Page 41 Decal, Operating Instruction 150333 151302 Decal, Deck Mower, EZ3 Polo Decal, Cap Cnsm[ Help Line Srs. Decal Ins, Hood 147137 146705 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 52-113-50 146706 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH Decal, HP Engine 146710 1514O0 Decal; Grille Decal, Insert Strg...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION t36971 WireAsm., lnnerwiplunger t36968 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove !2000002 E Ring #5133-62 !9211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 2.1 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon t25631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger 122512X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 MOWER DECK '_"_104 106"...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137554 153125 Keeper, Belt, Idler Housing, Mower 46" 144917 138457 Pulley, Idler, Driven Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 137273 STD624008 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent Retainer Spring 17490620 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt 130832...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917=256701 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-97...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360_.97 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 124639X Shaft, Idler 132671 Housing, Upper 120472X 2274J Spacer .633 x .87 x .755 Screw, Tapping, Large 105928X 1/4-20 x .734 Sprocket, 9 Teeth (Reverse)
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 BAFFLES AND SHROUD ..i Ill BREATHER AND VENT i --12 1 13 O_t9 ," 14 15...
  • Page 49 REPAIR, PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE KEY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 52 063 41 Baffle, #2 Cylinder Head 52 3t3 05 Grommet 52063 42 Baffle, Fuet Pump X-276_7 Wing Nut 1/4-20 X-67-83 Screw, Hex Washer Head 52 755 83...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 KCAS--"---_"" E ] CRAN ,c..Bu._o.I //,, / --...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE CARBURETOR KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO, NO. NO. NO. 52 04t 09 X_82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) Gasket, Intake (2) 52 755 9I Kit, Manifold 52 468 !2...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT I CYLINDER HEAD Jl/ll, ELEcTRIc STARTER '"' EXHAUST J,i,...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 9!7o256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV!8S, TYPE; NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT ELECTRIC STARTER PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Crankshaft 52 014 93 52 098 12 Star_er Assembly 52 468 03 Washer, Thrust .1t9/.122 (A.R.) (Inc&ides Key Numbers 4 thru 9) 52 468 04 Washer, Thrust .128/.
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 :u ,PoMP. /iiii/ IGNITION kLJ _...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 FLYWHEEL FUEL PUMP KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION Screw, Pozidriv, Truss Head 25 t6201 Screen, Grass 47 086 08 t/4-20 x 5/8 {2) 25 086 21 Screw, HexWasher Head...
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 OIL SWITCH i PISTON AND ROD...
  • Page 57 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 917.256701 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 OIL PAN LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION X-67-64 Screw, Hex Washer Head X-75-23 Plug, Pipe 1/8 N.P.T.F, #10-32 x 7/16 (2) 52 050 03 Filter, Oil Pickup CAMSHAFT...
  • Page 58 SERVICE...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINEOR TREE. 15 ° MAX. iillllllll iilllllllllllllll ii IIILIIIll,JlIIIIIIIIIIII i Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not U AA greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 60: Replacement

    (RnFTSMIIN ® OWNER'S 18.0 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. 917.256701 The model number for your tractor wifl be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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