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Craftsman 917.2565 Owner's Manual

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917.256500
OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
CAUTfON:
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 1 917.256500 OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments Repair Parts CAUTfON: 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 ! ..IIIIIIIIIII IIIiii IIIIIIIIIIIIII...
  • Page 2 & iMPORTANT: THiS CUTTING FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION ° Read, understand, and foilow 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. •...
  • 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 materiaf or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONT SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIF_CATIONS ... CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILiTiES WARRANTY TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY ... OPERATmON ... iNDEX Accessories ... Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... Mower Front-To-Back Side-To-Side ... Throttle Control Cable ... 24 Air Filter, Engine ... 17-I8 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 of how they can help you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments...
  • Page 6 CONTE Parts Bag contents ... i (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/18-t8 (t) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x t6 Gauge TS OF HA shown full size (2) Sheet Metal Screws...

  • Page 7: Tools Required For Assembly

    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 must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness..
  • Page 8 CONNECT BATTERY CAUTION: Do not short battery tern}i, rials. Before connecting ... i move n}etai bracelets, bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding, • Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position. Open battery box door.

  • Page 9: Adjustments

    CHECK T1RE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for ... i shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be :properly leveled.
  • Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning..i BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE REVERSE MOWER LIFT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATIO REVERSE OIL PRESSURE...

  • Page 11: Operation

    KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/ CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL GEARSHIFT LEVER Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 12 Theoperation can result in severe eye damage..! operating vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses° HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.
  • Page 13 TO OPERATE MOWER 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 14: Mowing Tips

    GASOUNE ... i • Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.
  • Page 15 CUSTOM MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure for Loose Fasteners Check R [ Sharpen/ReplaceMower Btades LubricationChart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Batteryand Termina{s Check Transax/eCooIing Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension Motion Drive Adjust Belt(s) Check Oil Level...

  • Page 16: Blade Care

    CUSTO TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ... i nance. BRAKE OPERATMON If tractor 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 17 OUSTOME V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of ... i operation and replace if necessary. 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 cooting.
  • Page 18 CUSTOME CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 14) ... i 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. 14) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 19 CAUTION: • ,,,,z ... i ® Depress clutch/brake ... ! Place gearshift Ptace attachment 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 ptace wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AN TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ... i Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT Raise mower to its highest position.
  • Page 21 TO REPLACE MOWER (See Fig. 21) ... i The mower blade drive bett may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on feve! surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- Remove mower from tractor MOWER" in this section of this manual). Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AN TO ADJUST STEERING If steering wheel crossbars are not honzontal (left to right) ... :! when wheels are positioned straightforward, 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 23: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 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.

  • Page 24: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVICE A ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 27) 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: •...

  • Page 25: 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. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 26 PROBLEM CAUSE Wil| 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 27 TROU PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator_safety when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Worn, bent ortoose Poor cut - uneven 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.

  • Page 28: Service Note

    SERVICE NOTE...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC AMMETER WHITE CLUTCH / BRAKE IGNITION SWITCH BLACK AFTER FIRE SOLENOID L [:E:33 THE LIGHTS ARE NOT IGNITION SWITCH WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE POSITION CIRCUIT SPEED, WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE tS M + G SPEEDED WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. START B + S + L NON-REMOVABLE...
  • Page 30 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR =-. MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 ELECTRICAL 36 35 / '20 ,\ /...

  • Page 31: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL ... i TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 PART DESCRiPTiON 146139 Battery 12 Volt 25 AMP STD523107 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga STD551125 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 STD54t025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uric 109238X...

  • Page 32: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - ,. MODEL NUMBER 917,256500 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ... i...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: - = MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 PART DESCRIPTION 145501 Chassis Wldmt 1lga 1995 140356 Drawbar Stretch 17490612 Screw Thdroi 3/8-t 6 x 3/4 Ty-tt STD55t025 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga 146077 Bumper Snap-In 145208X0t6 Saddle Slkscr Fit Sdl 65 D4360 I26842X...
  • Page 34 "" MODEL NUMBER9"!7,256,_00...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE PART DESCRiPTiON 142603 Transaxle 6sp Std D4360-79 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 123666X PulleyTransaxle 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 12t520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 17490512 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 X 3/4 TYT 130802 Bracket Saddle Shift T!a 131679 Rod Shf Sdl LY/YT Str Blk Zinc STD561210...

  • Page 36: Steering Assembly

    REPAIRPARTS STEERING ASSEMBLY ... i ... i '_L_------_ TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256500...
  • Page 37 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad Rod Tie Wire Form 19.75 Mech Bushing Strg. 5/8 ID Dash Screw Slftp #10-16 x 1/2 Ty-B Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears Blk Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga. Locknut Center 3/8-24 Unf Adaptor Wheel Strg..640/.635...

  • Page 38: Optional Equipment

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917,256500 ENGINE ... ! ... i 24__ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control Th/ch RH Blk Pdt !5 10 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Out 1/4-20x5/8 T 150455 Engine B&S t3.5HP No 28R707, Type No_0140-01 137348 Muffler LT B&S 12/12 5/13 HP 272293 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 13280324...

  • Page 40: Seat Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS SEAT ASSEMBLY ...! PART DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 140551 Bracket Pvt St STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer Flat 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged STD54t437 Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 17490616 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt 19131614...
  • Page 41 Decal Hood RH Crafts Sip LT 150677 Decal Hood LH Crafts Slp LT 150680 Decal Grille Crafts 133644 Decal Maint Cust Sears Domesti 142235 Decal Side Pnl Icgold Blk B & S 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle !25880X Decal Fender Craftsman Red...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 LiFT ... ! ... ! !;,18 2o l.j__ =o \\_>_J :zu \ .J_>...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR LiFT NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.256500 PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Asm Inner WipJunger 17 32 122507X Shaft Asm Lift 9 680 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer Pltd 21/32 X 1 X 21ga 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 ld 125631X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 MOWER...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR 42" MOWER PART DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension, 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296 Washer, Hardened 134149 Blade, Mulching 129895...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL o- MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 4360-79 ® 72 66 917.256500...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE = MODEL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 142671 Housing, Upper 2274J Screw, Self-Tapping, Large I/4-20 x .734 134400 Ball, Detent 105904X Spring, Detent 105905X Screw, Set 138235 Kit, ShifterAssembty 134399 Boot, Shifter 134791 Screw, Tapping w/Sealer 138241 Square Ring 142672...

  • Page 48: Briggs & Stratton

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28R707_ TYPE NUMBER 0140-01 61s_ 23o0_ 634A...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 0140=01 _137 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. I525 646 _ 284A...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.256500 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 0140=01 _ 78 1044 _726 100, _...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE 729A - - MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, 917.256500 TYPE NUMBER 0140-01 1090...
  • Page 52 FiEPAJR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGHNE - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 496413 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 391086 * Seal, Oil 494240 Head, Cylinder 22963 Washer, Flat 271866 * Gasket, Cylinder Head 495735 Breather Assembly (Includes Mounting Gasket) 27803 * Gasket, Valve Cover 94621...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 94073 Screw, Hex Head 284A 94704 Screw, Hex Head 496280 Housing, Blower 94786 Screw, Hex Head 224545 Shield, Cylinder 94623 Screw, Sems 49t 490 Cover, Cylinder Head 497595 Motor, Starter 497602 Thru Bolt Assembly 497608...
  • Page 54 SERVICE OTES...
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  • 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 tail Stores. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE...

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