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MODEL NUMBER
MRN
917.259573
OWNER'S MANUAL
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mort - Sat
CAUTION:
Read
and follow
all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
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  • Page 1 Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments Repair Parts For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mort - Sat CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
  • 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 iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. III. 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 manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............t 1-18 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......2t-27 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........TROUBLESHOOTING ..........29-30 INDEX ................REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ....", ....32-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSO 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 SPARK PLUG GAS CAN...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HAR[:)WA PACK Parts Bag contents shown ful! size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Large Fiat Washer (l) Hex Bolt _ Seat Video Cassette ji(1) Lockwasher (1) Locknut Steering 5/16-18_qX1 \/f f Wheel Mulcher (1)HexBolt _._/ Plate 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Shoulder (t) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 Bolt 5/16-18...
  • 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 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR iNSTALL SEAT (See Fig, 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig, 2) Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. Place seat o_ seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. CAUTION: Do m_ot s hort battery termi- Tighten shoulder bolt securely.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY TO CONVERT TO BAGGtNG ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DISCHARGING DECK (See Fig. 4) Simply remove mutcher plate and store in a safe place, The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in Your mower is now ready for discharging or ]nstalration of proper position when operating mower.
  • Page 10 ,/ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: •/ All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining toase parts in carton.
  • Page 11 OPERATiO These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT p-@ @ MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 12 OPERATIC KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare theitlustrationswithyourtractortofami]iadzeyourselfwiththe locations of various cQntrolsand adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT CHOKE ATTACHMENT SWITCH CONTROL AMMETER CLUTCH LEVER POSITION THROTTLE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE...
  • Page 13 OPERATION spectacles or standard safety glasseso NOTE: Under certain conditions when b'actor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle withthe e_gine running, hot engine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) cause "browning" ef grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stepping tractor on grass areas.
  • Page 14 ERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 10) Your tractor isequippedwithanoperatorpresencesensing When pushing or towi_g your tractor, be sure to disengage switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with transmission by ptacing freewheel controljn freewheeling the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will position.

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    OPERATION WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended Be sure the tractor is on level ground. Place the motion control lever Jh neutral. fuels (called gasohot or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of Release the parking brake and Iet the clutch/brake acids during storage.
  • Page 16 OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND attached to tractor. TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE, Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing The special mulching blade wiif recut the grass clip- performance.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILIT! MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL [N DATES AS YOU COMPLETE ;ERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE ;heck Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T I Check for Loose Fasteners R I" SharpenlReptace Mower Blades A l" Lubrication Chart T [ Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 I Clean Battery a_td Terminals R [ Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 18 CUSTOME RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbatanced b}ade wit} cause excessive vibration and ever].. nance. tuat damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION •...
  • Page 19 CUSTO BILITIES After oif has drained completely, replace oil drain plug V-BELTS and tighten securely. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not slowly.
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH MUFFLER KEROSENE, NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark attester (if CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OiL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. PRESSURIZED CLEAN CARTRIDGE.
  • Page 21 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Place motion control tever in neutral (N) position. Depress clutch/brake pedal fuUy and set parking brake, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...

  • Page 22: Side-To-Side

    ADJUSTM SERVlC TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT_TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE, IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE {See Fig, 26) (See Fig. 25) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AN AD, USTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 27) (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 25 Jl,lll SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS iiiiii TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 30) if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ingwheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual, FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ENGINE Raise hood. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. (See Fig, 32) Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely The throttle control has been preset at the factory and back into the hole in the backside of the grill, adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS With throttle control lever in slow position, hold throttle TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 33) lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed The choke control has been preset at the factory and screw to obtain t200 to !400 RPM. adjustment should not be necessary.

  • Page 28: Cleaning

    Immediately prepare your :tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE 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 _nside a bui}ding SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, L, Whetefumes...
  • Page 29 • • _Juu_ TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Fill fue! tank, Out Of fuel. Wi|l not start See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Engine flooded, Replace spark plug, Bad spark plug, Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 30 ..• ..i,,n i ¸ BLESHOOTI POINTS ....:"" i i' PROBLEM I CAUSE CORRECTION ,t,=.... Engine continues to run 1. Faulty 0perator-safety presence control systeml Check wiring, switches and connections, if not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center; with attachment clutch department,...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 scHEMATIC ÷ill REDOitlo BATTERY I ..FUSE 3OAMP. STARTER WHITE L .... CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WRITE IGNITION SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED) WHITE I ..BLACK METER HOUR (OPTIONAL) --__SPARK PLUG IGNITION UNIT BLACK __ (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES)
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Cable, Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 140301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 124211X Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman 156442 Harness, Ignition 71110408 Bott Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 131563 Cover, Terminal 145673 Solenoid 73640400 Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160392 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw. Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 161917X0tl Dash, Silkscreened STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.259573, DRIVE 42 _ '_50...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -, MODEL NUMBER 917,259573 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 150071 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 Transaxle ( See Breakdown) STD551143 Washer Hydro Gear Model No. 310-0650 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 161488 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 143995 134683 Pulley, Transaxle...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS ..TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 STEERING ASSEMBLY ..+Y"/,Y"y - _,, ....fits3' i iJ+? ¼ '%_Y...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black 154427 Axle Asm Front 156483 Spindle Asm Lh 157473 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER g17.259573 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR "' TRACTOR -.. MODEL NUMBER 917,259573 ENGINE PART DESCRiPTiON 162152 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine(See Breakdown) Briggs Model No, 42E707-2631-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm, Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 150176...
  • Page 42 REPAIR P_RTS TRACTOR-- MODEL HUMBER 917.259573 MOWER LiFT...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 MOWER LiFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Assy., Inner/Spring, w/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 19211621 !20183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted t22365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PAinTS TRACTOR = MODEL NIJMItER 917.259573 MOWER OECK "I!9...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = -MODEL NUMBER 917,259573 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing !40086 Spring, Torsion Brakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 162113 Knob Custom Oval 138440 Bracket Assembly, SWay Bar 144200 V-Belt STD624008 Retainer Spring...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.259573 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART [_EY PART D_ESCRIPT_ON DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 74760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC X 1 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 19131610...
  • Page 47 Decal Fender Danger Soars 147138 Decal Chassis Hydro 42" 156810 Docat Fend Auto Sears Gold 160396 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 160284 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 160285 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman !56787 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Mulching 273503...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - ,- MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE = MODEL NUMBER 310-0650...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART }_EY _ _FtT NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO, _, DESCRIPTION 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 Differential Assembly 142932...

  • Page 50: Briggs & Stratton Engine Parts View

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 552A 27_ I 284A 5:_.5...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2531=E1 GASKET SET_ 1006...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 BRiGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 615A 209A...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631=E1 "_ REQUmRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO IINSTALL. SEE REPAIR _NSTRUCTION MANUAL, 308A...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.259573 BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631=E! KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION Screw, Phitlips 497074 Cylinder Assembly 93208 Washer, Spring 399265 Bushing 222511 Screw, Hex * Seal, Oil 95039...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917o259573 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2831-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRRPTION NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor 93585 Screw, HexHead 62199 Washer 93853 Bolt, Governor Lever 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 94811...
  • Page 57 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 60: Replacement

    £RRFTSMR#+ OWNER'S 19.5 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. 917.259573 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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