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Craftsman 917.252711 Owner's Manual

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SEARS
®
MODEL NUMBER 91 7.252711
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
MANUAL
®
Convertible
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 SEARS ® MODEL NUMBER 91 7.252711 MANUAL ® Assembly Operation Convertible 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...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    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 tN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION IlL CHILDREN •...
  • Page 3 ON CRAFTSMAN R|DING 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 _AIN_['ENANCE SC_ED,_J ........SERVICE A_JUST_E_TS ......STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........29-30 REPAIR PARTS o TRACTOR ......... 32-49 REPAIR PARTS o ENGINE ........50-55 PARTS ORDERiNG/SERViCE ....BACK COVER NDE× Engine: Operation ......... 1I-16 Air Filter ........Accessories ........... OperaLing Mower ......

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSOR! AND ATTACH 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 MAaNTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTE Parts Bag contents shown fu_ size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16 t8 Seat Video Cassette (1) Knob Steering Whee! Mulcher Plate (!) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x t2 Gauge ......Manual Parts Bag (2) Screws #!0 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers Parts bag contents not shown...

  • Page 7: Tools Required

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembted for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Us_ the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSE_BLY -._.

  • Page 8: Connect Battery

    CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3} Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. nals° Before connecting battery, Ptace seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. move metal braceaets,...
  • Page 9 CHECK T_RE PRESSURE ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS MOWER: The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for DECK (See Fig. 4,) shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface. best cutting performance°...
  • Page 10 iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE TO CONVERt TO BAGGING DISCHARGING (See Figs° 5 and 6) Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Install two latch hooks to muicher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. Your mower is now ready for discharging or instaftation of optional grass catcher accessory°...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meanin!, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRAC fOR READ TH_S OWNER°S MANUAL SAFE°_ RULES BEFORE OPERAT#_G YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the bcatiens of var ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLU T'CH CHOKE CONTROL,...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor can resuRt in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. A_ways wear safety glasses or eye shietds while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard...

  • Page 14: To Operate On Hills

    TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting° '_our tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing Make all turns slowly. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine_ TO TRANSPORT (See Figs.

  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION ADD GASOUNE PURGE TRANSMISSION Fill fuel tank. fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Useof leaded gasolinewill increasecarbon freewhee_ _ever whi_e the engine is run- and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). & CAUT!ON: Neverengageordisengage nit, go mMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER...
  • Page 16 t OW NG T PS MULCHING MOWING TNPS _MPORTANT': FOR BEG"[ PERFORMANCE, KEEP Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-.UP GRASS AND is attached to tractor. TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing -[he special muiching blade will recut the grass clip °...

  • Page 17: General Recommendations

    LINES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVUCE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Cheek for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery, Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check...

  • Page 18: Brake Operation

    TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) 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 file or on a grinding wheel.
  • Page 19 CUSTO RESPONSnBmLmES TRANSAXLE COOLING TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) Determine temperature range expected before oil chang_ The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG. clean to assure proper cooling.

  • Page 20: Spark Plugs

    "TO SERVICE PRE_CLEANER ENGINE OIL F_LTER Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tracter is used more than 100 hours in one Wash it in liquid detergent and water. year.
  • Page 21 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFOFIMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ® Depress clutch/brake pedaJ fully and set parking brake, Place motion contre_ iever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGE[}" position. Turn ignitien key "OFF" and remove key. ® Make sure the blades and aH moving parts have comp_etemy stopped, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with pMug°...
  • Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING (See FRONT°TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT Figs. 23 and 2@ _4PORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SDEZTQ-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 LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...

  • Page 23: Belt Removal

    (See Fig. 26) TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig, 25) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. The mower b!ade drive belt may be replaced without tools. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOTION DR_VE BELT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER _See Fig. 27} (See Fig. 28} Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. ]he 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 SERVICE AN TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK BATTERY 'See Fig, 30} If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal 0eft to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries genero section of this manual.
  • Page 26 ENTS TO REPLACE HEADUGHT BULB TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRmLL ASSEMBLY ® Raise hood. (See Fig. 31) Raise hood. Put! bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Unsnap headlight wire connector. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely Stand in front of tractor.

  • Page 27: Throttle Control Cable

    ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST Move throttle control lever from slow (_) to fast (@) ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture (See Fig° 32 and screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceter...

  • Page 28: Cleaning

    Immediately prepare yourtractor f orstorage attheendof ENGMNE 'heseason or ifthetractorWillnotbeusedfor30daysor more. FUEL SYSTEM CAUTION: N ever e torethe traetorwith _aPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING tN ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank insidea building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL.
  • Page 29 POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fueltank. Engine riot"CHOKED" properly. See "!"O START ENGINE" in Operation section Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attemptir_g to start. Bad spark plug= Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 30 PROBLE_ CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty' operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment c!utch department, engaged Poor cut o-uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Reptace blade Tighten blade bolt, Mower deck not level.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR _ o MODEL NUMBER 917,2527!1 BLACK BATTERY AMMETER BLACK IGNITION SWITCH BLACK (R EGULATOR DISCONNECTED) I ..ORANGE :-:L::---.. t_S ..HEADLiGBT SWITCH (OFF) HEADLIGHTS G FC '%. !,_:/_ II I1_ NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS _!f B "- L':'::L:I:;::':jJ IGNITION SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR °oMODEL NUMBER 917.252711 ELECTRICAL ,' 25...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917=252711 ELECTRICAL PART DESCR_PTION 144926 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD54t025 7697J Tube, Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery !09596X Clamp, Hose • 10 145211 Bolt 145209 Holddown Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon i/4 STD551125...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.252711 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES " ° _...
  • Page 35 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR ° o MODEL NUMBER 917.2527!1 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 14550t Chassis 140675 Fender Strap 140356 Drawbar 10553tX Nut, Push, Nylon 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 137304 Rod, Support Hood Type TT 110436X Bushing, Snap, Split 145206 Saddle...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUIV_BER 9!7.252711 •48 3_(_ " 84100...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o MODEL NU IBER 917o25271t DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 144436 74760620 Bolt 14ex 3/8-.16 x lq/4 Transaxle Assembly 142431 140294 Spring, Return, Brake V-.Bett, Ground Drive 143995 140470 Pulley, Transaxle Keeper Bolt Lh Hydro 0750. t8/20" 14.1002 140312 Rod Shift Hydro LT...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ° _ MODEL NUMBER 9!7o252711 STEERING ASSEMBLY "_. r-___ ._.,..f 17...

  • Page 39: Steering Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.252711 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Steering Wheel 142033 Axle Assembly, Front 135227 Spindle Assembly, LH 135228 Spindle Assembly, RH 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 12t748X Washer 25/32 x to5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-!/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 41 PARTS REPAIR TRACTOR ° o MODEL NUMBER 917.252711 ENGINE PART DESCR_PTION 132755 Control, Throttle 177204t0 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 141948 Engine, Kohter, Model No. MV18S, Type No. PS58560 !37978 Muffler, Exhaust 136215 Tube Manifold LH Kohler MV18 136216 Tube Manifold RH Koh!er MV18 2751R...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    REPAR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o2527!1 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121250X Spring 140551 124238X Bracket, Pivot, Seat Cap, Spring, Seat 145006 !23976X Clip Pushqn, Hinged Nut, Flangelock 1/4 Grade 5 124181X 139888 Spring, Seat Boll, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 17490508...
  • Page 43 133179 Decal, Operating Instruction Decal, Mower QC System 145003 146710 Decal, Battery DngdPsn Srs Eng Decal, Insert Strg 146705 138047 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH Decal, Battery 146706 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle 146708 142336 Decal, Gdlle Decal, Sdl Cold Start Hydro Eng.

  • Page 44: Mower Lift

    REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR ° o MODEL NUMBER 917o252711 MOWER LIFT 161718...
  • Page 45 REPAMR PARTS TRACTOR o ° 4ODEL NUMBER 9!7.252711 MOWER L_FT PART DESCRiPTiON 136971 Wire Asm. Inner wipiunger 136968 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133_62 19211621 Washer 21i32X1X21Ga 120!83X Bearing Nylon I25631X Grip HandJe Fluted !22365X Button, Plunger 122512X Spring Cprsn 139865...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o _ MODEL NUMBER 917o252711 MOWER DEC}( 106 -- 113 111 121 j...

  • Page 47: Mower Deck

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.2527!I MOWER DECK: PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 72110618 Bolt RDHD SWNK 3/8-16 x 2q/4 144393 Mower Deck AssernbIy, 42" STD541437 STD533107 Bolt !4.0088 138017 Guard, Mandrel, LH Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 137729 Screw Th&...
  • Page 48 REPAtR PARTS TRACTOR _ o MODEL NUMBER 917.252711 HYDRO GEAR TRANSA×LE ° MODEL NUMBER 310-0750 1!3i...
  • Page 49 RBPA R PARTS TRACTOR oo o MODEL NUMBBR 917o252711 NYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE o ODEL NU[VIBER 310o0750 KEY PART KEY PART NOo NO,, DESCRiPTiON NO. NOo DESCRiPTiON 142930 142884 Washer 7/I6 x 7/8 x .060 14293I Assemb!y, Upper Housing t42959 Washer 3/4 x 15 x .03 I4.2932 Seat, Lip 142960...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o ° _,_ODEL NUMBER 917o252711 KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER MV18.OS, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 ..8 BREATHER AND VENT ....--11 "-12 _j-13 U 'o ",_ 17_ /_...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9t7.252711 KOHLER ENG_INE o MODEL NU_YiBER MV18oOS, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR _NTAKE 52 468 16 Washer, Flat (2) 52 086 1t Screw 1/4.-20 x 5/8 (6) 52 124 23 PART BESCRIPTION Baffle, #1 Cylinder Head NOT !LLUSTRATED °-- 5211346...
  • Page 52 REPAMR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9t7.2527!1 KOHLER ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBER MV18oO$, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CARBURETOR...

  • Page 53: Kohler Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o252711 KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER MV18.OS, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE 25 041 06 Gasket, Air Cleaner X-77-2 Nut 5/16 (2) PART DESCRiPTiON 232867 Strap, Lifting NO° X-67-62 Screw, Hex Washer Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 Screw, Throt[le and Choke Plate (4) X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16 _18(12}...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917o252711 KOHLER ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBER MV18.O$, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 0--4 ELECTRIC STARTER ]" ---7...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.2527!1 KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER MV18.OS_ TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT 52 086 1i Screw !/4-20 x 5/8 (3) 52 041 14 Gasket, Exhaust (2) KEY PART DESCRIPTION NOTE: A_lcomponent dimensions given in U..S ir_ches 1 inch = 25.4 mm Crankshaft 52 014 93...
  • Page 56 E NOTES...
  • Page 57 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 58: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 59: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL --. cU7-o._ SIGHTING lIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WiTH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. your Tractor up greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.

  • Page 60: Replacement

    ® A/RS OWNER'S 18 HP TWIN CYLINDER MANUAL ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) DRIVE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.252711 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.

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