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MODEL NUMBER 917.258552
OWNER'S MANUAL
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• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
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Read
and follow
all safety
rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
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  • Page 1 MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments o Repair Parts _UTION, Read and follow FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE I'llll IIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII all safety rules and instructions HOT LINE, CALL THfS TOLL FREE NUMBER:...
  • Page 2 Safe Operation IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and fo!Iow all instructions in the manual andon 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, ff this Craftsman Riding Equipment is mair_tained, _ubricated 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: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY TABLE OF CONTENTS INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY ... INDEX Accessories ... Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... Mower: Front-To-Back Side-To-Side ... Throttfe Contret Cable ... 24 Air Filter, Engine ... Air Screen, Engine ... Assembly ...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your trhctor. Many of these are iisted beiow with brief explanations 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 Parts Bag contents shown ful (1) Large Flat Washer "\\\X (1) Locknut 5/16-18 x !-I/4 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Wasf" (1) Hex Bolt 17/32 x 1/2-13 x 1 x 12 Gauge @(2) Lock (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 ._ashers _)(2) Washers 3/t6x3/4x...
  • Page 7 111111 ii Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those pa_s teft unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor a{t parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened secureiy the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 First con nect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bott, ftat washer, _ockwasher and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely, Conr_ect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock waslqer and hex nut.
  • Page 9 GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET 3/8-16 LOCKNUT FiG° 5 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=assemb_e we_d nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.
  • Page 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the prodLct Learn and understand their meaning. FAST CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD SLOW BATTERY .WARNING LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS OFF PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED FUEL CHOKE...
  • Page 11 r,ll, i KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various corttrots and adjustments, this manual for future reference. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCHfBRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FREEWHEEL CONTROL Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 12 _ __esultinsevereeyedamage. tar ctor or performing over the spectacles or standard safety gtasseso HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See You r tractor isequipped With an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator _o leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine, Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"...

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachmer_t clutch engaged will shut off the engine_ • Select desired height of cut. °...
  • Page 14 7ro START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) 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 fuet from the tank to the engine. Be sure freewheet cdntrol is in the transmission gaged position.
  • Page 15 MOWING TiPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. Mower should be properly teveled for best mow!_g performance. See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING the Service and Adjustments section of this manual, • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming, •...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FtLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check fil'e Pressure Check for Loose _-asteners Sharpen/Replace Mower BIades Lubdcation Chart Check Bet_ery Leve!iRecharge Clean Battery apd Terminals Cooling Adjust Blonde Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motior_ Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change...
  • Page 17 CUSTOME 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 adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER Inspect cooling fan. to be sure fan blades are intact and c[ean. tnspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure coolin_3fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxte was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte- nance is not required for the life of the transaxie.
  • Page 19 u,u ... , r, CUSTO CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) 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: CLEAN AiR INTAKE/COOLING...
  • Page 20 SERVICE CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place motion contro! lever in neutra! (N) position. Depress clutch/brake Place attachment ctutch in "DISENGAGED" Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the b|ades and ail moving parts h_ve completely stopped. •...

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    = 'n' TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly _'PRODUCT SPEC1F_CAT!ONS '_ on page 3 of this manual). if tires are over or unde rinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 22 SERVICE TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig, 24) The mower blade drive bett may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on tevet 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 23 SERVICE AN ii,l,,iHn, iin= -=,i =u,n TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL (See Fig. 27) The motion control fever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmission.
  • Page 24 SERVICE A TO START ENGJNE WiTH A WEAK See Fig, 29} ate explosive ga_;;e$oKeep spat'ks, frame and smok[r_g _¢_ater/als away fror_ bat= CAUTION: Lead-acid teries. Always west when arour_d batter_s. If your battery is too wes_k to start the engine, recharged, if "jumper cabtes"...
  • Page 25 SERVICE A ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig, 31) 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: With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow (_) to choke (IX) position.

  • Page 26: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wiil not be used for 30 days or more. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage° mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor- oughly, remove ati dirt, grease, leaves, etc.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Outof fuel, Will not start Engine not "CHOKED" properly, Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty _el tilter. Water In fue!. Loose or damaged widng. Carburetor Engine valves out of adju,_tment, Hard to start Dirty air filter, Bad spark p;ug, Weak or dead battery, Dirty fue_ filter,...
  • Page 28 PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty operato_osafetyp_esencecontrol system. Engine cont_,naes to tun when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut- Uneven Worn, bent or loose biade. Mowe_ deck not level Buildup of grass, Ieaves, and trash under mower. Bent Made ma_drel, Ctogged mower deck vent hotes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels, Mower blades...
  • Page 29 BLUE SOLENOID LtGHT_NG SYSTEM ORANG_ 5 AMP AC@ 3600 RPM_ SYSTEM. TO THE SOURCE. OF THE LIGHTS CLIPS OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED T_O 917.258552 BLACK "-1STARTER _H'_: (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK UNIT PLUG PLUGS ON (CHARGING SYSTEM...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL NOTE: MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 PART DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery. 12 Volt 30 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD541025 109238X ' Tube, Plastic, 12" 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 109596X Cramp, .Hose...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR 'o MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 123157927 NOTE: PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd, Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272, Bumper Hood/Dash 150t56X011 Dash STD533710 Bo}t, Carriage 3/8-!6 x 3/4 146956 Panel, Dash, L.H.
  • Page 34 REPAIR pARTS TRACTOR" "_tooEL NUMBER 9_7..258552...
  • Page 35 105 71070516 5/16-18 Unc 106 74780520 72110610 154774 154419 NOTE: All component dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.258552 PART DESCRePT_ON Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT Cover, Pedal Pulley, Engine Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 Washer...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 STEERING ASSEMBLY i •...
  • Page 37 Bolt, FEnHex 5/8-I 1 UNC x 2-3/4 154429 Axle, Brace 160367 Spacer, Brace, Axle 74780636 Bott, Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 2-1/4 All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.258552 x 16 Gauge LR.LT 5/16q8 UNC x 1 Gr 5...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION Seat 140123 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat STD523710 Bolt 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged STD541437 124181X Spring, Seat 17490616 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 1 19131614 Washer t3/32 x 1 x t4 Gauge...
  • Page 39 Decal, Chassis, 42" Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Insert Wheel Steering Decal, Battery Diehard Decal, Ins. Hood Decal, Battery DngdPsn Eng Decal, Fender Auto Sears Gold Decal, Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner's Manual, English OwneCs Manual, Spanish...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 PART DESCRiPTiON 147025 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV15S-41526 137350 Muffler...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258552 MOWER LIFT 25 24 161718...
  • Page 43 Rod, Adjust, Lift 73350600 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC' 138057 Knob, infinite Height Adjustment 150233 Trunnion, Inf Height 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock Push Nut 110452X 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.258552 Rear 318-24...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK 113 !1I _116 _13o ,-- MODEL NUMBER 917;258552...
  • Page 45 Bolt, Shoulder STD541410 Locknut 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/t6-18 131845X900 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 133943 Washer, Hardened 140084 Arm, Idler 122052X Spacer, Retainer - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 PART 140086 141043 149846 144200 142427 t31870 127847 121748X 12000029 128903 127845 154809...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917,258552 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 "36...
  • Page 47 142980 144607 135 144608 150775 150776 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.258552 DESCRIPTION Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 Differential Assembly Washer 3/4x 1.5 x.13 Seal .75 x 1.25 x.250 Shaft, Input Bolt t/4-20 x 1.38...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917;258552 KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER CVl 5S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 6--_ 11 -- _--I0 _;,j3...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL AiR iNTAKE KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON 12-743-05 Kit, Air Cleaner (includes Key Numbers 2 thru 12) 25-34t-02 Knob, Air Ctear_er Cover 12-096-24 Cover, Air Cleaner 12-083-08 Precleaner Element 12-100-0! Wir_g Nut X-25-63...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,258552 KOHLER ENGINE -o MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS=41526 FUEL SYSTEM _--29...
  • Page 51 24-186-03 M-0545010 12-018-01 12-402-02 12-318-09 X-75-23 NOTE: Art component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 917.258552 PB-41526 DESCRIP_ON Lifter, Valve (2) Kit, Cylinder Head Rod, Push (2) Gasket, Cylinder Head Valve, Intake, Standard Size Valve, Intake, .25" Oversize Valve, Exhaust, Standard Valve, Exhaust, .25"...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917,258552 KOHLER ENGINE -° MODEL NUMBER CV15S; TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 Q--' ;'-ii START|N_...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL IGNITION t ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRiPTiON 12-086-14 Screw, Hex Flange M10 x 1.5 x 46 12-468-03 Washer, Plain 3/8 24q62_03 Screen, Grass M-0639016 Screw, Hex Fi8.nge M6 x 1 x 16 (4) 12-112-01 Spacer, Fan (4) 12-157-02 X-42-t5...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Illll • 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: Replacement

    The model number for your engine witl be found on the blower housing of the engine. AIt parts 1isted herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department tail Stores. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: "...

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