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Craftsman 917.257643 Owner's Manual

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MODEL
917.257643
o Assembly
Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
®Service and Adjustments
®Repair Parts
OWNER'S MANUAL
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
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  • Page 1 MODEL o Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities ®Service and Adjustments ®Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions Iil_.. 917.257643 OWNER'S MANUAL before operating this equipment.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING FA{LURE 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..

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to lhe 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 SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY ... TABLE OF CONTENTS ... ;... 4 INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ... ASSEMBLY ... INDEX Accessories ... Adjustments: Brake ... 2 2 Cafburelor ... Mower: Front-To-Back ... Side-To-Side ...

  • Page 5: Maintenance

    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 may be added, changes...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS i i i i ii, i i i, i,l,llllll, i ,l,,i Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Large Flat Washer i,=,- '(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (i) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Lock Washer 112 (1) Washer' 17/32 x 1-3/t6 x I2 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) We|d Nuts #10 1'-_...
  • Page 7 Your new iractor 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 CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re- bands, rings, etc. move metal bracelets, Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. Lift seat pan to raised position_ •...
  • Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflated at the factory for shipping purposes_ Correct tire pressure is importantfor best cutting performance, • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.,, CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled°...
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7) ° install 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: Know Your Tractor

    KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrationswith you r tractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT THROTTLEJCHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE 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 tractor°...

  • Page 12: Battery Charging

    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 for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 13: Operation

    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 withthe engine running andthe attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. Select desired height of cut. Lower mower with attachment lift control.

  • Page 14: To Start Engine

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

  • Page 15: General Recommendations

    CUSTOMER sc. oo. FILL IN DATES As YOU COMPL_E REGu_R SERVICE Check Brake Operation &eekTire P ressure Check, for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/RePlace Mower Blades C L"brication Cha,t Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Beft(s) Tension Adjus t Motion Driv e Bett(s) Tension :Check Engine Oil ,Level ChaoQe...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER TRACTOR Always observe safety ruleswhen performing any mainte_ nanceo BRAKE OPERATION tf 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 CUSTOMER BATTERY Your tractor has a battery c harging systemwhich issuffi- 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,, ° Keep small vent holes open (See "CONNECT BAT- TERY"...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air' filter_ Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or even,,season, Service paper cartridge every 100 hours ofoperation or every season, whichever occursfirst.. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions°...

  • Page 19: Cleaning

    CUSTOMER MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard andlor damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or undednflated, you will not properly adjust your mower..
  • Page 22 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without toots_ Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, ° Move attachment lift lever forward to lowermowerto its _owestposition°...
  • Page 23 $ERVmCE TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) whenwheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsin 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: Interlocks And Relays

    ICE 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 gdtL •...

  • Page 25: Final Setting

    SERVICE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary,_ However, minor adjust- ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load, If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: tn general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de- creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/...

  • Page 26: Carburetor

    immediately prepare your tractorfor storage at the end of the season or' if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. I/l/l/UI,l_',Ull,, CAUTION: Never storethe tractor with • • gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 27: Fuse

    PROBLEM CAUSE Will net start 1., Out of fuel Engine nut"CHOKED _properly, Engine flooded., Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter, Dirty fuel tiller. 7.. Water in fue!_ 8,, Loose or damaged wiring 9,, Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment., Hard to start 1,, Dirty air filter, Bad spark plug,...
  • Page 28 TROU CAUSE PROBLEM Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1_ Worn, bent or loose blade. Poor' cu]: - uneven Mower deck not level Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash _nder mower, Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes f(om buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandreis_...
  • Page 29 WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS 917.257643 STARTER SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK PLUG 26 VOLTS AC MIN, @ 8600 RPM OUTPUT system.

  • Page 30: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR ELECTRICAL -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 36 38...
  • Page 31 140336 Bracket, Interlock Switch 109553X Switch, Interlock, Clutch, 4 Terminal 140414 Harness, Ignition 7!110408 Boit, Hex Head, Fin,. 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red 138406 Solenoid 73640400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 140422 Harness Engine B&S 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.257643...

  • Page 32: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,257643 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 14-.__ 4_._...
  • Page 33 124029X Lens, Headlight Bar, Ctear 140001X459 Fender 136619 Bracket, Fender i05465X459 Footrest, L_H. 105464X459 Footrest, R.H_ STD533707 Bolt 139886 Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H.. 139887 Pivot Bracket Assembly, R.H. Strip Foam 18" 5479J Plug, Button t inch = 25°4 mm 917.257643...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" DRIVE 00 16 ¼ TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 19 24 917.257643 "_'45 "_44 _"_ 45 _"'46...
  • Page 35 19171216 132182 73530400 71208 19212016 12000008 139964 124346X 100 19111216 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches 917.257643 DESCRIPTION Washer, Hardened Ring, Klip Putley, idler, V-Groove, Plastic Bellcrank Assembly Retainer, Belt Bolt Link, Clutch Spring, Clutch Return Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6 x 1-1/4 V-Belt, Ground Drive Keeper, Belt, R.Ho...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 STEERING ASSEMBLY _"_...

  • Page 37: Steering Assembly

    Gripco Nut 104820X Adaptor, Steering Wheel 124417X Boot, Steering Shaft 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 121232X Cap, Spindle 6855M Fitting, Grease 1 irich = 25,4 mm 917.257643...

  • Page 38: Seat Assembly

    Pan, Seat 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting 121248X Bushing, Snap 72050411 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 PART DESCRIPTION 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 121250X Spring 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC...

  • Page 39: Wheels And Tires

    65139 106222X 59904 106732X427 278H 9040H 106108X427 106268X 7152J 104757X 917.257643 PART DESCRIPTION Decal, Chassis, 6 Speed/42" Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman Decal, Parking Brake Saddle Decal, Mower QC System Decal, Ins, Hood 15HP OHV White...

  • Page 40: Optional Equipment

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR ENGINE • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643...
  • Page 41 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd. Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge STD551131 Washer, Lock 71070512 Screw, Hex Cap Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 17490620 Screw, Thd.., RotL 3/8_16 x 1-1/4 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.257643...

  • Page 42: Mower Lift

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR MOWER LIFT - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 161718...
  • Page 43 73350600 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC 138057 Knob, Infinite Height Adjustment 1108!0X Trunnion, Depth Stop 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical 7381060O Nut, Hex 3/8-24 w/Nylon Insert NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.257643...

  • Page 44: Mower Deck

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR MOWER DECK - - MODEL NUMBER 79 92 917.257643 103 105 T 22 J/23...
  • Page 45 Washer, Hardened 133940 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 STD5414t0 Locknut 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 PART DESCRIPTION 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 133943 Washer, Hardened 140084 Arm, Idler 122052X Spacer, Retainer...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR-- DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-79 t1" MODEL NUMBER 917.257643...
  • Page 47 1!0079X Assembly, Gear, Combination of 12 Teeth and 35 Teeth 124639X Shaft, idler 120472X Spacer .635 x .875 x ,755 -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 105928X Sprocket, 9 Teeth 1 t0084X Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 134394 * Assembly, Kit, Shim .750 Shaft...

  • Page 48: Briggs & Stratton

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0160-01 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 868A 1034 1029 294 _ 1023 1026...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE 1_47 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL _J__!_ ... 7il REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. -- MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, 634"'6_B 917,257643 TYPE NUMBER 0160-01 _ 1022 " 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL...
  • Page 50 UMBER 917.257643 tP_ p/_'TS p,.. NIODEL N __ UNtBEP,0't60-0"t RE.PA ., = gp 42" "TRACTO 28H70-_',TYPE N 1_ • "- p.ATTON EHGlt4,E"NtODEL HUNt BR|GGS & ST 17"I I006...

  • Page 51: Type Number

    NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE Brush Stealer Armeture Drive End Drive Assemb|y Assembly Group Assemb1_ 395538 495878 "* :390837 394856 ** Uses #94627 Screw-l_exoHead (Ref. No, 728) 917.257643 NUMBER 0160-01 End Cap Housing Assembly Assemb|y Commutator • 395537"*_ 398159...
  • Page 52 Tappet, Valve 494433 Gear, Cam 272465 **** Gasket, Carburetor (Carburetor to Elbow) (Also Included in Gasket Set, Part Number 495993) - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 272569 *** Gasket, Carburetor (Elbow to Cylinder) 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting 224061 Washer;...
  • Page 53 281167 ** Washer, Throttle Shaft 635 280872 Elbow, Spark Plug 646 224546 Brace, Air Cleaner 93496 Screw, Sems -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257643 KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 663 94620 Screw, Self-Tapping 668 280848 Spacer 718 230192 Pin, Dowel 726 392134...

  • Page 55: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE II _ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ;| ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 56 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 CentedDepartment and most Re- tail Stores.

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