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Craftsman 917.25051 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.25051 Owner's Manual

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NUMBER 917.250510
_ Assembly
®Operation
_ Customer Responsibilities
_ Service and Adjustments
_ Repair Parts
OWNER'S MANUAL
®
Converti
ble
,_IAUTION:
Read and follow
all safety
rules and instructions
before
operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: !-800-659-5917

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  • Page 1 ® NUMBER 917.250510 OWNER'S MANUAL ® _ Assembly ®Operation Converti _ Customer Responsibilities _ Service and Adjustments _ Repair Parts ,_IAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: !-800-659-5917...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. Clear the area of objects such as which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
  • Page 3 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 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY OPERATION INDEX Accessories ..Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... Clutch Pulley ... Gauge Wheels ... Mower Front-To-Back Side-To-Side ... Throttle Control Cable ... 25 Air Filter, Engine ... Air Screen, Engine ...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model.
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (3) Retainer Springs (double ioop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 (2) Washers...

  • Page 7: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 8: Connect Battery

    ]! iiiiii, in ]11 .inn CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) & CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting move metal bracelets, bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. Lift hood to raised position. Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- tive caps and discard.
  • Page 9 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE Figs. 4 and 7) Be sure tractor is on leve+ surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park- +rigbrake. Cut and remove tie down securing anti-sway Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor.
  • Page 10 • • i_111 i, T i INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5A and 5B) tnStall 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 inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.
  • Page 11 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mea_ing. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...

  • Page 12: Know Your Tractor

    KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Co mpare the i!lustrations with you r tractor to familiarize you rself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. this manual for future reference. AMMETER CHOKECONTROL LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign result in severe eye damage. your tractor or performing any adjustments mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 7) Your tracto r is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground, install gauge wheel in appropriate shoulder...

  • Page 15: To Start Engine

    TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) 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. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

  • Page 16: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER _Hllr MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE F,LL,. D AT ES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR:SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check 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) Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 17 CUSTOME TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 18 CUSTOM BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. Keep battery bolts tight. •...
  • Page 19 CUSTO CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. : _,ENGINE COOLING FiNS (See Fig. 16) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.

  • Page 20: Clutch Pulley

    with plug. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. Lower mower to its lowest position. Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas- sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket. Remove retainer springs from suspension deck and disengage arms from deck.

  • Page 21: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) - IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Remove mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual). Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual).
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 27) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest. It is not necessary to remove mower. BELT REMOVAL - Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt).
  • Page 24 SERVICE TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 30) - • Block up axle 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.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AN TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT (See Fig. 32) While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut. Turn adjustment bot clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort (for heavier attachments). Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise tachments. • Retighten jam nut against spring bushing. IMPORTANT: DO NOT ADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS...

  • Page 26: Throttle Control Cable

    RViCE ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Figs. 34 and 35) 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 to fast (,f_) position.

  • Page 27: Terminals

    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. gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame CAUTION: Never store the tractor with or spark.
  • Page 28 PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter.
  • Page 29 PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower, Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels, Mower blades...
  • Page 30 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC BLUE IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT ; ..OFE... M÷G..,ON , B + L 8TART B + S + L = MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 BATTERY AFTER FIRE SOLENOID HEADL'GHT ___ SWITCH (OFF) © NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED...
  • Page 31 STORAGE...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250510...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL = -MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRiPTiON 144926 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga STD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 7697J Tube Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery 109596X Clamp, Hose 145211...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,250510 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 47120...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 144737 Rail, Frame RH 140506 Drawbar, Gt 136671X459 Panel Asm., Side LH 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 145203 Dash, Plastic Black 145053 Dash Asm., Lower 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Dash 1-Pc.
  • Page 36 ,_OUt_DD_\_...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 17490508 Screw, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt 7368O600 Nut, Crownlock 7602O412 Pin, Cotter 135758 Wheel, Hub Assembly 12000034 Klip, Ring 140080 Bolt, Hub 142509 Disc, Brake 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 9204H...

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250510...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches ... MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Wheel, Steering 137094 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...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 "32 !_"_"_...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE = - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 146412 Engine Kohler MV20S-57529 144110 Muffler Asm Kohler VGT (Inc. Key No. 34) 13240300 Elbow Street 3/8 NPT 13280328 Nipple Pipe 3/8NPT X 3 - 1/2 13200300 Elbow S-ID 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 121361X...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY "\ PART DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 Strap, Fender 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 145008 Clip, Push In Hinged 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 17490508 Screw, Thdrol 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. 140552 Pan, Seat 121246X...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 138955 Decal, Operating Instruction 142254 Decal, Grill GT 6000 USA Black 138042 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 138043 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 133179 Decal, Mower QC System 133644 Decal, Maintenance 138048 Decal, Side Panel 142243 Decal, Side Panel 128314 Decal, Fender, Craftsman...

  • Page 44: Lift Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS .. MODEL NUMBER 9! 7.250510 TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY =- MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 137295 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 121002X Lever Asm., Lift Rh 120O0O22 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 MOWER DECK 31-,.
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 145008 Deck Asm., Mower 46" 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 4939M Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension, 850857 Bolt, Patohed 100306OO Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 140296 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower Vented 145708 Blade, 46" Mower Deck 129895 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 137553...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR TRANSAXLE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 12000034 Retaining Ring 4199R Final Drive Gear 4216R Differential Gear 4215R Differential Pinion 4217R Differential Carrier 6256H Axle Thrust Washer 74020652 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 (1" Thread Length) 7392M Steel Ball 137261...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 6--5 17: /'_ == MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 BAFFLES AND _ROUD ---5...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL AIR INTAKE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. X-276-7 Wing Nut 1/4-20 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube (Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4) 52 O96 35 Cover, Air Cleaner 52 123 21 Tube, Air intake 231032 Seal, Element Cover...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER --MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 '_' ... 36...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL CRANKCASE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 52 468 12 Washer, Flat 82 755 18 Kit, #1 Cylinder Barrel (includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6) 52 016 06 Valve, Exhaust 52 031 01 Insert, Valve Seat (2) 52 316 06...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S_ TYPE NUMBER 57529 CRANKSHAFT O--4 //.1 ---6...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL CRANKSHAFT KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 82 014 27 Crankshaft 52 468 03 Washer, Thrust .119/.122 (A.R.) 52 468 04 Washer, Thrust .128/.! 31 52 468 05 Washer, Thrust .137/,140 (A.R.) DIPSTICK KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO.
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL =- MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 ---1...
  • Page 57 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL FLYWHEEL KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 25 162 01 Screen, Grass 25 086 21 Screw, Hex Washer Head 114_20 x 518 (4) 2511204 Spacer (4) 25 157 01 25 086 24 Screw, Hex Machine 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 52 468 15 Washer, Plain X-286-17...
  • Page 58 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER OiL PAN ] CAMSHAFT AND VALVES - = MODEL NUMBER 917.250510 MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529...
  • Page 59 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE --MODEL OIL PAN KEY PART DESCRIPTION X-67-64 Screw, Hex Washer Head #10-32 x 7/16 (2) 52 050 03 Filter, Oil Pickup 52 199 14 Oil Pan (Includes Key #4 thru 6) X-702-14 Plug, Cup 1-1/16 Elbow, Street 52 054 14 X-75-38...
  • Page 60 OTES...
  • Page 62 RV!CE...

  • Page 63: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "T SIGHTING GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

  • Page 64: 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 tail Stores. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: "...

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