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Craftsman 917.25147 Owner's Manual

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[RnFTZM aN
MODEL NUMBER 917.251470
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
= Operation
• Customer
Responsibilities
o 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 [RnFTZM aN MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 • Assembly = Operation • Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE all safety rules and instructions HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: OWNER'S MANUAL before operating this...
  • Page 2 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 me instructions, to operate the machine. Clear the area of objects such as which could be picked up ann thrown oy the blade, Be sure the area is clear of other eeoole before mowing.
  • Page 3 For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE.
  • Page 4 SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY TABLE OF CONTENTS ... INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY iNDEX Accessories ... Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... 'V1L,- g Front-To-Back Side-To-Side Throttle Control Cabie ... 24 Air Filter Engine Air Screen.

  • Page 5: Accessories

    PLUG GAS CAN PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments y'ou. This list was current at the time of Ouellcatlon: nowever may be made in these attachments, or some may no hr?ger be available or fit your model. Cont...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Parts Bag contents shown full size (1JShoulder'Bolt 5/16-18 _1 HexBolt 1_ Lock Washer {llWasher 17/32xl-3/16x12Gauge (3) Retainer Spnngs (doub]e loop) (4) Retainer Sonngs tsmg e tooot _2) Hex Bolts 1 4-20 x 3/4 2} Hex Nuts 2 Lock Washers (2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge OF HARDWARE...
  • Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those Darts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all 0arts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely, the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly eas_er.
  • Page 8 Inspection for corrosion. Testing battery. Jumping (if required), Periodic charging, LOCK HEX NUT WASHER DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR (BLACK) CABLE ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. Place seat on seat oan ana assemble shoulder bolt, Assemble aQjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer FLAT...
  • Page 9 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE Figs. 4 and 5) Be sure tractor is on leve_ surface and mower suspension arms are ralsea with attachment lift control, Engage parK- mg DraKe. Cut and remove ties secunng anti-sway bar and belts, Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck, Slide mower under tractor with discharge guara [o r gm side of tractor.
  • Page 10 J" CHECKLIS T BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY TRACTOR. WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING ¢" All assembly _nstruct_ons have been completed. No remain ng loose 3arts in carton Battery ts properly prepared and chargea.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the oroduct. Learn and understand their meaning. l::3A BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE REVERSE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION REVERSE FORWARD...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with yDu r tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations Df various controls and adjustments. this manual for future reference. AMMETER THROTTLE THROTI'LE CONTROL CONTROL_, LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT KNOB Our (ractors conform to the safet, standards of _ne American National S_andards Inst![ute.
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor resultinsevereeyedamage. tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safe_ mask _andard HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 6) TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipced with an operator presence sensing switcn.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) 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.

  • Page 15: Mower

    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 Deoress clutch/brake pedal and sel parking Drake, Place gearshift lever n neutral IN) positior Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED"...

  • Page 16: Mower

    CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULARSERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for LooseFasteners Sharpen/ReplaceMower Bladcs Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension Motion Drive Adjust Belt(s) Check Engine Oit Level Change Engine Oil...

  • Page 17: Mower

    CUSTOMER TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than s_x _3) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear. then brake must be adjus[eo. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" n The Service and AdjusT- _nents section of this manual,.
  • Page 18 CUSTO V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operatior ano replace t necessary. adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and cnaff whicP can restnct cooling. ENGINE LUBRiCATiON Only use high quality detergent oil rated with APISB "vice...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS KEROSENE, NOT TO BE USED CARTRIDGE, THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. PRESSURIZED CARTRIDGE, AIR SCREEN FIG. 13 (See Fig. 14) ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oi from eng=ne cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.

  • Page 20: Mower

    SERVICE CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING Depress clutch/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: Front-To-Back

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are propedy "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 22 ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 20) - Park tractor on a level surface, Engage parking brake. Disengage attachment clutch control. Remove four screws from L.R. mandrel cover and remove cover. • Roll belt over the top of L,H. mandrel pulley. •...
  • Page 23 RVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE JUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever _sin the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment _s oreset at the factory; qowever, if adjustment 3roceed as follows: Make sure transaxle is in neutral fN/.
  • Page 24 SERVICE "POSITIVE" I L.H. PANE_I BOLT ] _--_, • FiG. 26 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood. Pul bulb holder out of the hole m the Backside of the grill. Replace DUIOIn hOlder and push DUIDnolaer secure, back into the ho_e n tile backs:de of the grit Close hood.
  • Page 25 SERVICE With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke (Ikl) position. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manua0. Choke shouldbeclosed, lfit isnot, oosencasingclamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely...

  • 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 me re. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTI PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Eng qe net"CHOKED" Eng qe flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuei filter Water in fue Loose or damagea wtnng. Carburetor Engine valves ou[ of ad us[men[ Hard to start DIrt_ air filter Bad spark ptug Weak or dead battery...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTi PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Paultyopem_r-safe_ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not leve Buildup of grass, leaves, ana _rasn unaer mower Bent blade mandre Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves ana trasn arouno manarels Mower bl=_L= wHJf*Ot Ob_,,_,[Ion...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC IGNITION SWITCH BLACK L KC:I_ IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT M + G START B _- S _ -_-- NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS - = MODEL NUMBER BATTERY .7-2) FUSE 30 AMP. SOLENOID PEDAL UP) WHITE 3[AC_ NT C CLUTCH OFF _ IGNITION BLAC_ CHARGING...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL __""_'- 12 - - MODEL NUMBER ---- 917.251470...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL NOTE: - = MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery 12 Volt 30 amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1 '4-20unc X 3/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga STD551125 Washer Lock Hvy Helica 1/4 STD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc 7697J Tube Plastic 46...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS _.._14 __24 3 "_ - - MODEL NUMBER 122 / - _% '_--._,_S _/" --_'- 39 9!7.251470 117 3...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS "15 "17 "18 NOTE: Att component dimensions given in US. inches - = MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 145501 Chassis Weldment 140356 Draw Bar 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 T','-[_ 145206 Saddle 126471X Clip msulatea 145203 Dashboard STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE / 8i86 ,/79 - - MODEL NUMBER 40 _/_ 28 _ 917.251470 -- _-_ ""53...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 138788 Transaxle, Peerless, 6 Speed, Model Number 820-016B 110422X Spring, Brake Return 121327X Pulley, Transaxle STD582075 Ring, Retainer 123787X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Roll. 5/16-18x3/4 123781X Rod, Shifter STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 105701X Washer, Shift Plate...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY _" 23 JJ -- MODEL NUMBER "_J_-_'29 59 _>_ "_ _" 58 __ 30 _ 917,251470 33 / /...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Ayp/kelch Blk 142033 Axle Asm Fr LT 135227 SpindleAsmLH 135228 SoindleAsm 6266H Bearing Race Thrust t_aruen 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32X1-1/4X" 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 3366R Bearing ColStrg BIk 130468...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 ENGINE 38 _3 "_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 132755 Control Throt RH BIk Pdl 36 60 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5 '8 T 150469 Engine B&S. 20 HP. Model No. 460777 Type Number 1297-0- 149723 Mu;fler A,_m Twi,-JLo--_ne 144068 Exhaust Asm RH B&S 18 HP Vert 144069...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat {blk 140551 145006 Clio Pus ... STD541437 Nut LOCKHex W/Ins 3/8 -16 UNC 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk ZI Pan Pnt Seat blk } 140552 121246X BracKet Pnt Mountinc Switch 121248X...
  • Page 41 Grille Lawn Tractor Dov 151693 Deca Hood Rh Craftsman Decal. Hood Lh Craftsman 151694 106202X Reflector. Taillight Red/Amber 133644 Decal. Maint Custome" Sears Dom 151799 D_''_ Panel Side B&S Pad. Footrest 145245 128314 Decal Fender Craftsman White 150333 Deca. CaD CNSMR Held Line SRS 137537 Decal.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT "_f - - MODEL NUMBER 39 _'/ 917.251470 1718 -- 20\\ ¢...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER LIFT NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Ro¢ Lever 140673 Shaft. Lift 74780624 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-!/2 125631X GriD. Handle 122365X Button. Plunger 122364X Plunger, Lever 2876H Spring 145537 Link. Lift. LH 145536 Link.
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK -- MODEL NUMBER 45 f sl/{ 31 "--. 45__. 27""_-_ 917.251470...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRiPTiON 140579 Deck Asm.. Mower 44" Vented STD541431 Nut Crownlock STD533107 Bolt Carriage 7631J Runner MowerLH 138457 Bracket Asm.. Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer, Spnng 130832 Arm Suseenslon. 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 Patched STD551137 Washer.
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 820-016B 21-- ..J , "_1o b...\..7...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR PEERLESS TRANSAXLE REF PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 794513 Transaxle Corrglete 772098A Transaxle Cover 780155 Needle Bearing 770088 Transaxle Case 776291 Countershaft ana 1. Gear 9 Teeth 776275 Output Shaft 778247 Output Gear, Steel, 35 Teeth 778253 Spur Gear. Stdel. 15 Teeth 792138 Shift Key 784216...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 ENGINE B&S - MODEL NUMBER 460777, TYPE NUMBER 1297-01...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 ENGINE B&S - MODEL NUMBER 460777, TYPE NUMBER 1297-01 1358 GASKET SET I [861 PUMP REPAIR KIT l 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 6634...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 ENGINE B&S - MODEL NUMBER 460777, TYPE NUMBER 1297-01 615A o 615A "_ 116A 819A g _08-1 1027 1032 _332...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 ENGINE B&S - MODEL NUMBER 460777, TYPE NUMBER 1297-01 615B .°f,,'f'"_ j-'-...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE B&S - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 498583 Cylinder Assembly 397265 Bearing, Cyinder 391086 Seal. Oil 214517 Head. Cylinder Number 1 214518 Head. Cylinder Number 2 271867 Gasket. Cylinder Head Number 1 271868 Gasket Cylinder Head Number 2 495754 Breather Assembly Number 1...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE B&S - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 94297 Screw Pan Head 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor 223882 Washer Governor Crank 224995 Shield. Spitback 394358 =ilter. Fuel (In Fuel Line to Tank 244 230318 Connector. Impulse PumP 93897 Screw Sems 94623...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTE_...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION -T _. SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor greater than I 5°), never across the face. Make turns ally to prevent tipping caution when changing ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE.

  • Page 56: Replacement

    MODEL NO.-480777. • PART NUMBER • PART_RIPTION Your Sears merchandise nas aaaea consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed wltlq Sears trainee technlclanb,., orofessional seecifica y trained to nsure that we meet our uteoge 1o you we service what we se_...

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