Advertisement
Quick Links
E/AR8
®
MODEL NUMBER 917.259580
OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
o 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
[]
Advertisement
Related Manuals for Craftsman 917.25958
Summary of Contents for Craftsman 917.25958
- Page 1 E/AR8 MODEL NUMBER 917.259580 o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments o Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 all safety rules and instructions OWNER'S MANUAL before operating this equipment.
- 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 the instructions, to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be surethe area is clear of other people before mowing...
- 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...
- Page 4 SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ... 3_ 15-19 WARRANTY TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY ... OPERATION ... INDEX Accessories Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor Mower: Front-To-Back ... Side-To-Side ...21 Tbrottle Control Cable ... 24 Air Filter, Engine ... Air Screen, Engine ... Assembly ...
- Page 5 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 made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model.
- Page 6 CONTENTS OF Parts Bag contents shown full size _____ (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) }<nob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 G& (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) LockWashers (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 (¢...
- Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembied for shipping purpose& 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,, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...
- Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before cormecting battery, remove metal bracelets, bands, rings, etc.
- Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • 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. Tighten hardware securely. •...
- Page 10 ASSEt!f_BLE GAUGE WHEELS DECt< (See Fig, 6) The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JU?T MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT"...
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the produeL Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF CHOKE FUEL REVERSE MOWERLI_ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION ÷...
- Page 12 KN© ,i JYOUR TRACTOR RE,_[_ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments this manual for future reference_ AMMETER I'HRO'I-rLE/CHOI(E CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHiVtENT CLUTCH LEVER: mower blades, or other attachments...
- Page 13 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can resultinsevereeyedamage. tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE...
- Page 14 TO OPERATE IVIOWER (See Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch_ Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine runningand the attachment clutch engaged wil! shut off the engine. Select desired height of cut. Lower mower with attachment lift control.
- Page 15 TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.
- Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE R EGU ... LAR SERVICE ... CheckBrakeOperation CheckTire Pleseure Checkfor LooseFasteners Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades LubricationChart CheckBatteryLevel/Recharge CleanBatteryand Terminals CheckTransaxleCooling Tension Adjust Blade Belt(s) Adjust MotionDrive Belt(s)Tension Check EngineOil Level ChangeEngineOil CleanAir Filter CleanAir Screen InspectMuffledSparkArrester ReplaceOil Filter(If equipped) CleanEngine CoolingFins ReplaceSpark Plug ReplaceAir Filter PaperCartridge...
- Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONS BIL TUES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjuste& (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual), TIRES •...
- Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONS BmLITIES t=l=l=l,l,i V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after t00 hours of 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 cooling.
- Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILUTmES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating_ Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. FILTER (See Fig.
- Page 20 CUSTOM (See Fig. 16) ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oilfilter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year, ° Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug).
- Page 21 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 • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
- Page 22 $ERVJCE 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 underinflated, you wilt not properly adjust your mower.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig, 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor MOWER" in this section of this manual). •...
- Page 24 TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE JUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).
- Page 25 SERVmCEAND ADJUSTMENTS • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery_ TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. RED cable last from both batteries_ "POSITIVE"...
- Page 26 RV CE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 31) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustrnent should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...
- Page 27 TROU PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel Engine not"CHOKED" property Engine flooded Badsparkplug Dttty air filter, Dirty fuel filter, Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment Hard to start Dirtyair filter 2, Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery...
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTmNG POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty operator-safety presencecontrolsystem Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn, bent or loose blad& Mower desk not level Buildup of grass,, leaves, and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from butldup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels Mower blades will not...
- Page 29 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 30 SERVICE NOTES...