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Craftsman 917.25049 Owner's Manual

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MODEL
917.250490
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Assembmy
Operation
®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
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  • Page 1 MODEL Assembmy Operation ®Customer Responsibilities ®Service and Adjustments ®Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 = __== ill i ll l llllllllllllllllllllllllINNIHI 917.250490 OWNER'S before operating MANUAL this equipment.
  • Page 2 Safe Operation IMPORTANT: THiS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow ati instructionstn the manual and on the machine before starting+ Only allow responsible adults, who are famtUar with the instructions,to operate the machine++ •...
  • 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 llllill iiiiii 11111111 ii ii FABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES PRODUCT S PEC|FICA11ONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY ,... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY OPERATION INDEX Accessories ... 5 Adjustments: Brake ... 23 Carburetor ... 27 Clutch Pulley ... Gauge Wheels ...14 Mower Front+To-Back ... 22 Side+To-Side Throttle Control Cable ...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor., Many of these are Iisted below with brief explanations of how they can help you, This list was current at the time of pubtication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS iiii iiiiWllllJlujll Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Shoulder Bolt 5116-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (3) Retainer Springs (double toop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) iiiiiiiiiiii1' (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 (2) Washers 9132 x 518 x 16 Gauge (2) Lock Washers...
  • Page 7 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 you r tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely,. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness_ TOOLS REQUDRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier..
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) !,,! !,! ... !Will nals. Before connecting battery, re- move CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- metal bracelets, bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.
  • Page 9 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT Figs, 4 and 5) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park- ing brake. • Cut and remove tie down securing anti-sway bar. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor°...
  • Page 10 ,/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFACTtON FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: 4" AI! assembly instructions have been compfeted_ No remaining loose parts in carton. Battery is properly prepared and charged.
  • Page 11 OPERATmON These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product,. Learn and understand they meaning.. 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 READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING Compare the illustrations with yourtractor to familiarize yourselfwith the locationof variouscontrols and adjustments°Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER CHOKE CONTROL LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FREE WHEEL CONTROL Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,.

  • Page 13: Operation

    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, ii H _lu I...

  • Page 14: To Operate On Hills

    TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) • Adjust mower to desired cutting heighL • 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 and insertclevis pins°...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 10) The engine in your tractor has been shipped, fromthe factory, already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. ° Remove oilfil! cap/dipstickand wipe clean, reinsertthe dipstick and push it all the way down intothe tube,wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level, necessary, add oil until "FULU' mark on dipstick is...

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    _,_ ... ill i iillllll lUl/iJll PURGE TRANSMISSION freewheel lever while the engine is run- CAUTION: Never engage or disengage ning, To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air' inside the transmission which may have devel- oped during shipping of your tractor.

  • Page 17: General Recommendations

    CUSTO MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AS YOU COMPLETE ._REGULAR SERV!CE_ ... Check Brake Operation =,Check Tire Pressure Check"io"i"L00se F'asteners Lubrication Chart Check Ba!!ery LevellRecharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Eogi, ;o , .
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER ii111111 ::::: TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nanceo BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopptng distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake mustbe adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER TRANSAXLE COOLING The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling., Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot, possible damage to seals, no not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle.
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 15) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to preventengine damage from overheating. Engine blower housing must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See'TO REMOVE HOOD AND G RILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.) AIR SCREEN COOLING FINS...

  • Page 21: Clutch Pulley

    CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control 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. °...

  • Page 22: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ,,,ll,ll,,i FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO*BACK ADJUSTMENT IS 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 23 ERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parkingbrake_ Remove mowerdrive 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 24 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake. For ease ofservice there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest.. • Remove mower (See '3"0 REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) BELT REMOVAL - Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt).

  • Page 25: Front Wheel Toe-In Adjustment

    ERVJCE AN FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation_ Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary°...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in tile backside of the grill. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. •...

  • Page 27: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVmCE AN ,,l=r, " ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Figs, 34 & 35) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary.. Checkadjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast (,_) position°...

  • Page 28: 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. ill IL Illlll '111 II'lJll II_lll]J_lllllll gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooti

    TROUBLESHOOTI PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fue!, 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 adjus_'nent 10,, Engine valves out of adjustment., Hard to start Dirty air filter Bad spark plug.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system, when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven 1o Worn, bent or loose blade, Mower deck no! 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 IJJJlJIILJJLIIIJlLI/Ul...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC IGNITION SWITCH M + G POSITION CIRCUIT B+ L START B + S + L -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 15AMP DC @ 3600 RPM REGULATOR ORANGE I... "1 SWITCH (OFF) NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE;...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 ELECTRICAL 24 "\\'l ".
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL NOTE: - - 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...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 47120 -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 "'_17 44 17 "_"...
  • Page 35 REPAmRPARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 144737 Rail, Frame RH 140506 Drawbar, Gt 136671X459 Panel Asm., Side LH 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7116 Unc 145203 Dash, Plastic Black 145053 Dash Asm. Lower 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Battery 108067X...
  • Page 36 "" MOD_LNUMB_I_ S17.2SO4so...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2°5 7563R Washer Thrust Axle Harden 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 78020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 14O507 Wheel Hub Asm. "140080 Bolt Hub 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 140921 Spring Rod Brake 73940800...

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 STEERING ASSEMBLY 33" 1313...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS inches 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 25132 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga,.
  • Page 41 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 ENGINE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,,S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 141948 Engine Kohler 18 HP Model MV18S-58560 144110 Muffler Asm Kohler VGT (Inc. Key No,,34) 13240300 Elbow Street 3/8 NPT 13280328 Nipple Pipe 3/SNPT X 3 - 1/2 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 44" MOWER DECK •24...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR 44" MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 140579 Deck Asm, Mower 44" Vented 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 72110506 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 7631J Runner, Mower LH 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 4939M Retainer, Spring 130832 Arm Suspension, Rear 85O857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1°25 Gr.

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION Seat 140124 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 Strap, Fender 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X .62 145006 Clip, Push In Hinged 73680600 Nut,Crownlock 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 17490508 Screw, Thdrol S/16-18 X 1/2 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 G&...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Decal, Insert Strg Decal, Battery Decal Grille HDGT GT6000 USA B Decal SDL Cold Start Decal Drawbar CNTRL Reflector, Taillight Decal, Battery Wet Front Sears Decal Handle LFT Hieght Adj, (Lift Handle) Pad Footrest Fastener Pop-in Footrest Manual, Owner s (Eng)

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER 917,250490 35 17 25 26...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm. Lever 145542 Shaft Asm.., Lift Vgt 121002X Lever Astor, Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29132x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 318-16 x 1-t/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 214-3010 >...
  • Page 49 REPAliR PARTS TRACTOR HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 142874 Assembly, Housing, LH 142875 Assembly, Housing, RH 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly 142877 Axle Mounting Horn Assembly 142878 Washer 1,0 x 1.63 x _08 142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09 142929 Brake Yoke Assembly 142880...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 1227t6X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Bearing, Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm, Trunnion 122749X...
  • Page 51 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 : .7 .,., .K I • -- MODEL NUMBER ..,_FF.:_S..D _".OUD I ... BREATHERAND vENT I 11/''_ _("_1 _ 917.250490 _" _'S/_1...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 AIR INTAKE KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. X-276-7 Wing Nut t/4-20 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube (Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4) 52 096 35 Cover, Air' Cleaner 52 123 21 Tube, Air Intake 231032...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 ___J O/_P...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 CRANKCASE KEY PART DESCRIP_ON NO. NO. X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 52 468 12 Washer, Fiat 5/16 (12) 82 755 16 Kit, #1 Cylinder Barrel (Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 6) 52 016 05 Valve, Exhaust 52 031 01...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 _® -- MODEL NUMBER uuJu u i lU Ullilll 0--4 917.250490 I ... CYLIND'ER"HEAD x., _Ti ..
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 CRANKSHAFT KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Crankshaft 52 014 93 Washer, Thrust o 119/.122 (A.R) 52 468 03 Washer, Thrust .128/.131 52 468 04 Washer, Thrust .137/o140 (AR.) 52 468 05 DIPSTICK...
  • Page 57 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 'GOVE""O" "FUEL p'u'mp I ... +LYWHEEt. I...
  • Page 58 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.250490 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 FLYWHEEL KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 25 162 01 Screen, Grass 25 086 21 Screw, Hex Washer Head 1/4-20 x 5/8 (4) 25 112 04 Spacer (4) 25 157 01 25 086 24...
  • Page 59 REPAURPARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 o,.p_, I PISTON AND ROD CAMSHAFT AND VALVES -- MODEL NUMBER OIL FILTER 917.250490 OIL SWITCH J °_...
  • Page 60 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 OIL PAN KEY PART DESCRIPTION NOo NO, 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/t6 Elbow, Street...
  • Page 61 SERV NOTES...

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

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE IIII _! AA _! _ "''...CUT SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. II[_r[ ... IIII Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 64: Replacement

    The model number for your' engine will be found on the blower' housing of the engine. AI) parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and CooService Center!Departrnent and most Re- tail Stores.

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