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Craftsman 917.252541 Owner's Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.252541
• Assembly
• Operation
° Customer Responsibilities
° Service and Adjustments
° Repair Parts
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
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CAUTIONS 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 [RDF MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 • Assembly • Operation ° Customer Responsibilities ° Service and Adjustments ° Repair Parts CAUTIONS Read and follow all safety rules and instructions FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE i__rr_lii , ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, OWNER'S before operating HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 ...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow alt instructionsin the manual and on the machine be{ore starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    For two (2) years fiom the date of purchase, it 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 deleclive in material...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ... ;... 3, 154 9 WARRANTY ... TABLE OF CONTENTS ... 4 INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ... 5 ASSEMBLY ... INDEX Accessories Adiustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... Mower: Front-To-Back Side-To-Side ... Throttle Control Cab e ...
  • Page 5 PERFORMANCE Sears offersa wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Large Rat Washer ...[iiiiii (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Lock Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 C Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x16 Gauge-- _...

  • Page 7: Battery

    J ii i ii,l,,nm 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 the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 8 i // ,.lllll,i, Open battery box door for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware), ° inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery, ° Jumping (if required). ° Periodic charging, DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS POSITIVE WASHER (RED) CABL> LOCK VENT (KEEP CLEAN)
  • Page 9 , ... GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING LOCKNUT 318" WASHER , _/SHOULDER GAUGE WHEEL FIG, 4 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5A & 5B) Install two latch hooks to mulche[ plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown, NOTE: Pre-assernbte weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down..
  • Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literaturesuppfied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE R N H REVERSE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION REVERSE FORWARD...
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrationswith yourtractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof various controls and adjustments_ Save this manual for' future reference, AMMETER \ THROTTLF-JCHOKE CONTROL CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute, ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your...
  • Page 12 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 13 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. Any attempt by the operator" to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine, Select desired height of cut., Lower mower with attachment tilt control.

  • Page 14: Blades

    TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. •...

  • Page 15: Lubrication Chart

    Cheok Brake Oper.t_o, c,ook T i,e F;e,_;uie ..i V' check f0r Loose Fasteneis s.o,0oo,.o , oeMowo,. ,o.o. Lubricaiio, Cha. c "'€,heckBa"e_to_e'iR'cho,ge Clean Battery and Terminals CheckTransaxIe Cooling Adjust Btade Belt(s) Tension Adjusl Motion Drive Belt(s) Tensio't Check Engine Oil Level Change Engi[] e Oi[ Clear_ Air Filter Clean Air Screen...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER H iiil_lllJ Jlii1_1 JHI TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte- nance_ BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at highspeed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted° (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust+ ments section of this manual)+ TIRES •...

  • Page 17: Air Screen

    CUSTOMER LI ,II,L V-BELTS 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 can restrict cooling.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. i6) 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_ AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) Your engine will not run propedy using a dirty air filter°...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER inlll ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year° • Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO -CHANGE ENGINE OIL"...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADjUSTM CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position_ Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped° Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 21 sERVICE iii ii illllll _rOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING, Adjust the mower while tractor isparked on level groundor driveway° Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"on page 3 ofthis manual). iftires are over or underinflated, you willnot properlyadjust your mower° SIDE-TO_SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs°20 and 21) •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ll,ll,ll,ll ,,llll TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools, Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - ° Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 23 SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your' tractor.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Jill/u/l,= = " ; _ • i _ • , • ... TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT • Raise hood, • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood_ INTERLOCKS...
  • Page 25 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 30) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow (._) to choke (l'_1)position.

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    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. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with where fumes may reach an open flame gasoline in the tank inside a building or spark.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM Out of fuel WIlt not start Engine not "CHOKED" properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water infuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Hard to start Dirty ai fiitel Bad sparkp_ug Weak or dead battery...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING "_" ... :CAUSE PROBLEM ... ]_l,i Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1.. Worn, bent or loose bTede Mower deck not level, Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel C{ogged mower deck vent ho_es from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC 4" " • AMMETER WHITE :©,©' © CLUTCH / BRACE IGNITION SWITCH BLACK AFTER FIRE SOLENOID YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS IGNITION SWITCH...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL " "_ , _.17 -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 36 35...
  • Page 31 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 3/4 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red 145673 Solenoid 73800400 Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4-20 UNC 12!433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp Washer Lock mternat Tooth 5/8 11151000 142621 Harness Engine LTPL Koh CmdL 1 inch = 25.4 rnm 917.252541...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 /%_. "...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches PART DESCRIPTION 145501 Chassis Assembly Drawbar 140356 17490612 Screw, Thd Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,252541 DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 145602 Transaxle, Peerless, 6 Speed, Model Number930o057 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 Ring, Retainer 12t520X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Thd. Roll. 5/16-t8 x 3/4 141003 Lever, Shift...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY . r-----,- +++7-t::::: =-_" t_ . _ ,,+ _.., _.,++,, +_++. . - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 - , X...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Steering Wheel t42033 Front Axle Assembly 135227 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 135228 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION Seat 140123 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt STD528710 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged STD541437 124181X Spring, Seat 17490616 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gau.ge...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION Decal 138955 Operating Instruction Decal 1211363 Koh114.5Cmd_L Sears Decal 143735 Hood, R.H. Decal 143736 Hood, LoH. Decal 132674 Gd!l, LT4000 Decal Customer Maintenance 133644 Decal 142241 Side Panel, Kohler...

  • Page 40: Spark Arrester

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 ENGINE : _ " OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 ENGINE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 140846 Engine, Kohler, 14,5 Cmd_L 5&3 SRS 137350 Muffler 13280328...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.252541 MOWER LIFT _ " 161718...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917;252541 MOWER LIFT NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Lift Lever inner Wire Assembly 122507X Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120t83X Bearing, Nylon 125631X...

  • Page 44: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 MOWER+ DECK "20 3 _____i_?L!J" 4...

  • Page 45: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,252541 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1,25 Grade 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 14029u...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057 3433 MODEL and NUMBERS HERE...
  • Page 47 Brake Lever 792073 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 42A 792085A Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1t4 792075 Locknut 5/I6-24 790025. Brake Pad Holder - MQDELNUMBER 917.252541 REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 786066 Spacer Brake Lever Bracket 786086 774690 Axle, 1 !-15/16" Long 774691 Axle, t6-1/2"...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER Ps'4i508 illlllllllllllllllll ii_=i i,iiiilllll i ii i BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES AIR INTAKE I _--1 ",-_® CRANKSHAFT -" _,_ EXHAUST...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41508 AIR INTAKE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 341 01 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover 12 096 06 Cover, Air Cleaner' 12 t00 0t...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 KOHLER ENGINE., MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPi_ _NuMBiER Ps_41508 '";UEL SYSTEM' j ... CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER 15.2 _jlO 14 _J_ ] ... HHHH 1' UJ I i, i i 25 _..._ 24_ _ "_...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252541 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41508 FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO. MOo DESCRIPTION 12 853 08 Kit, Carburetor (Includes . Key Numbers 2 through4) t2 041 02 Gasket, Air Cleaner 12 053 09...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9!7.252541 KOHLER ENGINE ,, MODEL NUMBER CV15S,_TYI_E NUMBER PS-41508 IGNITION / ELECTRICAL CR,ANKC, A SE I OIL PAN 1 LUBRICATioN STARTINGSYSTEM I / ,, .-11 iiiii...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL'NUMBER IGNITION 1 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 086 14 Screw, Flywheel M10 x t.5 x 4548 12 468 03 Washer, Flywheel 12 162 03 Screen, Grass M-0639016 Screw, Fan M6 x t x 13 (4) 1211201 Spacer, Fan (4) 12 157 02...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE _| AA SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. iiiiillllll:lllt Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 56: Replacement

    The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.. Service Center/Department and most Re- tail Stores.

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