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Craftsman 917.257711 Owner's Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.257711
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°
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  • Page 1 SEARS ® MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 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°...
  • 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. GENERAL OPERATION III, CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Read, understand, and follow all instructions...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPEC NCATiONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: l&0 tured to give you the best possible dependability performance. GASOUNE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OrL TYPE (API--SFiSG):...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECiFiCATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......t9-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-18 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 28-29 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS =TRACTOR ........ 30-47 ASSEMBLY ............. REPAIR PARTS = ENGINE ........48-53 OPERATION ............

  • Page 5: Accessories

    These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retai_ 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 SPARK PLUG BLA_:)ES BELTS PERFORMANCE...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ÷ Seat Batter,/acid (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (!) Knob Battery Steering Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1_3/16 x 12 Gauge Owner's Manual Parts Bag (3) Retainer Springs Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Gauge...
  • Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 ASSE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. ® Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. CAUTION: Wear eye and face shieldo Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck INSTALL MOWER AND DR_VE BELT pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to (See Figs. 4 and 7) align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms, Be sure tractor is on levet surface. Engage parking brake. Retain with double loop retainer springs.
  • Page 10 INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 5 and 6) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nalso Before installin_ battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etco Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden= tal grounding. VENT CAPS Lift hood to raised position. Be sure battery drain tube has not come loose and is securely attached to drain in battery tray.
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith you r tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manua! for future reference, CHOKE CONTROL L_GHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE...
  • Page 12 HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under cedar conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine harming, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass, To eliminate this possibility, TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. Depress dutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"...
  • Page 13 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Adjust mower to desired cutting height. Lower mower with lift control. Remove rear retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel, Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down and insert clevis pins.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    GASOUNE MOWING T PS Fill fuei tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon attached to tractor. and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing _MPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING {N TEMPERATURES...
  • Page 15 _'_7 .J,._, "_ # d.,._, "_ S TI_oF_oo,-s Ir, J ..t-- ---PK-4- ..-- . 4F___ ..±_ ____p .._,./ __1 ___L_J .._±__ 5 - If equipped with adjustable system. 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirby or dusty conditions.
  • Page 16 TRACTOR The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ® To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter nance.
  • Page 17 CUSTO (See Fig. 16} BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor h as a battery charging system which issuffi- will result in increased oil consumption when used above cient fornormal use. However, periodic chargingofthe 32°F, Check your engine oil bve! more frequently to avoid batten/, with an automotive charger wil! extend its life.
  • Page 18 (See CLEAN AMR SCREEN Fig. 18) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. ENGBNE COOUNG FiNS (See Fig.

  • Page 19: Clutch Pulley

    ADJUSTMENTS CAUT|ON: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress dutebJbrake pedamfully and set parking brake. P_ace gearshift _ever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment c_utch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. ® Make sure the bUades and aRImoving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 20 SERVICE TO REPLACE MOWER DRt_VE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25) - IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO=SIDE. IF MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 26) = THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS Park tractor on a ieve! surface.
  • Page 21 CE AND ADJ ;TlViENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT ROTOR CLUTCH PLATE (See Fig, 27) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Remove mowerdrive belt (Bee"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual). Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual).
  • Page 22 ADJU TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 30) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straig ht forward, remove steer- Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly For ease of service there isa belt installation guide decat on section of this manual.
  • Page 23 ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 33) Block up axte securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. Repair tire and reassemble. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. Replace axle cover.
  • Page 24 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LiFT SPRING ADJUSTMENT SPRING (See Fig. 36) While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut. Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce tift effort (for heavier attachments). ATTACHMENT LiFT SPRING Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter at- ®...
  • Page 25 ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. 40 & 41) iDLE SPEED SCREW The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.
  • Page 26 STORAGE 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 _MPORTANT: tT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL deabuil ng SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,...
  • Page 27 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING POmNTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fil! fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See 'q*o START ENGINE" in Operation section, Engine flooded, Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter, Cleanirep;ace air fiker,...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections, tf not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator teavss seat with attachment c_utch department. engaged Poor CUt - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 30 !8 HP 44" TRACTOR ° MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 SCHEtgATIC jFI ° RED OjltO °LACK BATTERY WHITE AMMETER BLACK IGNmTION SWITCH BLACK BLACK LIFT KIT [____ L ..WIRING (DISENGAGED) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING NON-REMOVABLE ,GN,T,ON t_---O SPARK CONNECTOR CONNECTIONS BLACK j--O _------IIP...
  • Page 31 Decal, Operating Instruction Decal, Clutch/Brake 142245 138435 Decal, Ins. Hood GT 18HP TW BIk Decal, VoBett Drive Schematic 142265 105567X Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH Decal, Chassis, 6 Speed/44" 142266 139346 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH Decal, V-Belt Schematic 142253 138834 Decal, Grille, Craftsman...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 121537X Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 STD 551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 121264X Caps, Battery STD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 7697J Tube Plastic 7603J...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES \\17 28._ ->_ 85 4...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 91"7.257711 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140505 Rail, Frame RH 138460 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh 140506 Drawbar, Gt 10040400 Washer, Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 136671X417 PanelAsm., Side LH 17490608 Screw, ThdroL 3/8q6 x 1/2...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR .- MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 GROUND DRIVE 6 31 _> 28 51...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR., MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Screw Fin #10-24 x 1 9858M1 Key Woodruff 74321016 7563R Washer Thrust Axle Harden 5304J Actuator Interlock Switch Nut Lock #10-24 17490508 Screw, Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 73631000 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16...
  • Page 38 _PAi_ pA_?s "MODEl.. NUMBER 917.257711 ..,\...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Steering 674A243 Axle Asm, Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 136960 Spindle Asm, LH 136959 Spindle Asm°, RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 ENGINE 22 _' 23 J_ 44 _,..> 43 42 I SPARK ARRESTER...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR .. MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 ENGINE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 143851 11050600 Washer Ext Tooth 3/8 Engine B&S 18, Model No, 422707- 1267-01 73610600 Nut Fin Hex 3/8 - 24 UNF 139217 3645J Muffler Asm Briggs (Inc. Key No, 29 Bushing 139227 Stem Tank Fuet...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART OESCR_PT=ON DESCRiPTiON 127438X Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 140551 72050411 Bracket, Pivot Seat Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 140674 134300 Strap, Fender Spacer, Split 127018X 121250X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 Spring, Cprsn.
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 MFT ASSEMBLY 35 17 42 43 25 26 12--_ 3 24 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex t/2-13 Unc 130171 Trunnion 137295 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 73800800 121002X Lever Asm., Lift Rh...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR 44" @OWER DECK " MODEL NUMBER 917,257711 ,/44...

  • Page 45: Gauge Wheels

    REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 44" MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 140579 Deck Asm., Mower 44" Vented 72110608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8q6 x 1 Gr. 5 73800500 137166 Locknut, Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 Unc Stiffener, Arm Idler 72110506 137554 Bolt, Carriage...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS !8 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917o257711 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 TRANSA×LIE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Bearing 12000034 Retaining Ring 4220R Thrust Bearing Race 4199R Final Drive Gear 4209R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low 4216R Differential Gear 4213R...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODE£ NUMBER 917,257711 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1267-01 * REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO iNSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.2577! BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1267-01 e _92...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 BRJGG$ & STRAq'TON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1267-01 1006 _'78 (_332...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR = MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER t267-01 Reference Number 309 T 31o I 311 ] 5.4 1 Motor and [ Th_--'Bolt | B'_h [ Arm-_:_re | Drive End Cap End _"...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER !267-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRiPTiON 494533 *** Gasket, Carburetor & Intake Elbow Cylinder Assembly 271412 491756 Spacer, Carburetor...

  • Page 53: Terminals

    REPAIR PARTS 18 HP 44" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.257711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1267o01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRtP_ON 222773 Washer, Thrust 552A 262331 Upper Bushing, Governor 491282 Plate Assembly, Governor Control 93585 Screw, Seres, Hex Head...

  • Page 55: Operation

    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 LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 56: Engine

    ® OWNER'S 18.0 HP IC ELECTRIC START MANUAL 44" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE GARDEN TRACTOR ..MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number, ine has its own model number. 917.257711 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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