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MODEL NUMBER 917.258542
OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
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 /;RnFrXMnN° MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities 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 I1"11I IIIIIIIH I1' III...
- 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_ •...
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Page 3: Maintenance
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 workmanship. - Page 4 SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY TABLE OF CONTENTS ASSEMBLY ... OPERATION INDEX Accessories Adjustments: Brake ... Carburetor ... Mower: Front-To-Back ... 21 Side-To-Side ... 2 1 Throttle Control Cable ... 25 Air Filter, Engine ... 18 Air Screen, Engine ... t8 Assembly ...
- Page 5 GAS CAN 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; may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model.
- Page 6 ,,,i,1,,-,,,. . _ _.._L, ,,,i,,11111 ... CONTENTS i ,,,U,l,,, Parts Bag contents shown ful! size © (1) Lockwasher (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (t) Shoulder Bolt 5/16418 (1) Lock Washer © (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge u,,,,,,i ,, ii, #10 x 5/8...
- Page 7 r_r,r,_,,,, ' ,i ,ir,,,=H,, 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 al! parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
- Page 8 inspection for secureconnections ( to tightenhard- ware)° Inspection for corrosion. Testing battery° ,Jumping (if required). Periodic charging. DISCARD TERMINAL PROTEC_VE CAPS LOCK WASHER POSITIVE NEGATIVE (RED) CABLE (BLACK) FIG. 2 SEAT BOX DOOR FIG. 3 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment boft, Remove cardboard packing on seat pan°...
- Page 9 ii 1,1,,111 GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET "_ 3/8-16 I.OCKNUT (_j,_. 3/8" WASHER GAUGEWHEEL '_ FIG. 5 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7) Instalt 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 10 ,±,_ These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE REVERSE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATI ÷...
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Page 11: Operation
i ii 'llrl KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractorto familiarize yourself withthe locations of various controfs and adjustments. this manual for future reference, THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards institute, ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER:... - Page 12 ,i ... 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 over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
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Page 13: Carburetor
n,ll,i 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 with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. Select desired height of cut, •... -
Page 14: To Start Engine
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. X) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuef, 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 15 = 1,1,,i CUSTOMER iiii MAINTENANCE SC.EDULE FILL,N DATES AS YouCOMPL_E REGU R SERWOE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners sharpen/Replace Mowe'r"Blades ... cA Lubricati;n Chaa Che,c,k Battery Level,'Recha,rge C{ean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust_ Blade Belt(s) Tensio,n ... Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine,,Oil Level ...
- Page 16 ',,,",'", CUSTOMER .. Ul._ TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance, BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (_) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- merits section of this manual), TIRES °...
- Page 17 CUSTOMER V-BELTS Check V-betts for deterioration and wear after 100 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 cooiingo ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with AFH service...
- Page 18 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 brusll or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn drieU gum fibers° AIR FILTER (See Fig.
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Page 19: In-Line Fuel Filter
ENGIHE OiL FILTER (See Fig. 17) Replace the engine oiI filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used mere than 100 hours in one year Drain oit from engine crankcase (See 'q'(.3 CHANGE ENGINE OIL:' in this section of this manual, through ste_ remove drain plug). - Page 20 =,1,,, ,i,, SERVICE H'"I'M,H" "1' I,,, ,,,,' ... '111 I CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING 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. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
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Page 21: Side-To-Side 2
i ... RVICE AN , i i, 1,1,11111 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway,, Make sure tires are properly "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 SERVSCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (See Fig. 24} 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), Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys_ Pu_Ibelt away from mower_ BELT INSTALLATION...
- Page 23 r,_,, ... SERVICE AND i 'l"r TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE JUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 and 28) 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 proceed as follows: •...
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Page 24: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.. ° RED cable last from both batteries. NEGATIVE 1 ERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL FIG. 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT Raise hood. -
Page 25: Throttle Control Cable
SERVICE ii1,1 i ,i,ii1,, I ... ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable necessary, proceed as follows: •... -
Page 26: Cleaning
, i,,i, i... 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..i ,i... gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE , i,i ,,i i Out of fuel Will not start Engine not "CHOKED" properly Engine flooded, Bad spark plug Dtfty air fi{ter Dirty fuel filter, Water in fUet. Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor Engine valves out of adjL;stment Hard to start Dirty air filter. - Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM ,,i ... ,... '""," i 'M"' Faults' operator-safety presence control system Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade,. 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 msndre{s.
- Page 29 TRACTOR o - r, J IODEL NUMBER SCHE[vIATIC i ... AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH L BLUE IGNITION SWITCH PoSmON CIRCUIT "MAKE" G+M+L, NONE RUNILIGHT A + Y NONE B+L+s STAR T N ON E BATTERY Og,.D FUSE 30 AMP ,©', SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE...
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Page 30: Repair Parts
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- ELECTRICAL MODEL NUMBER 917.258542... - Page 31 F EPA h PARTS TRACTOR- ELECTRICAL NOTE: - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery,12 Volt 30 Amp 74760412 Bo_t, Hex t/4-20 x 3/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 Nut, Hex t/4-20 STD541Q25 109238X Tube, Plastic, t/2"...
- Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
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Page 33: Chassis And Enclosures
IREPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASS1SANDENCLOSURES - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis Assembly Drawbar 140356 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll, 3/8-!6 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 150156X011 Dash STD5337t0 Bolt, Carriage 146956 Panel, Dash, LH 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L... - Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 DRIVE 88 87 86 18 113...
- Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle(See Peerless, Model Number 930-057A 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123666X PuItey, Transaxte 12000028 Ring, Retainer 12!520X Strap, Torque 17490512 Screw, Thd., Roll. 5/16-18 x 3/4 154792 Rod Shifter Fender STLT STD561210 Pin, Cotter 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8...
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Page 36: Steering Assembly
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - STEERING ASSEMBLY " 7' FF_2_ \1 ! MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 _L"T _'_ 11 _ " I / ,,_.,_? 1" ./" -.%:_:... - Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Wheel, Steering 154427 Axle, Asm Front 156483 Spindle, Asm Lh 157473 Spindle, Asm Rh 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer, 25/32 x 1 5/8 x 16ga I9272016...
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Page 38: Seat Assembly
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION Seat 140123 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 140551 STD523710 Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 19131610 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged STD541437 124181X Spring, Seat Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1 17490616 191316't4 Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Embos_ QCK Conn. -
Page 39: Wheels And Tires
(Not Provided, Service Item Only) Rim, Front Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only) Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only) Rim, Rear Tire, Rear Tube, Rear Tire (Not Provided, Service item Only) Cap, Axle Sealant, Tire 10 oz.. 1 inch = 25,4 mm Sears... - Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 ENGINE "33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 41 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR- NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 PART DESCRIPTION 147025 Control, Throt 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model NOoCV15S-41526 Muffler 137350 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Etbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-t8 Npt STD551231...
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Page 42: Mower Lift
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 MOWER LIFT 25 24 161718... - Page 43 REPAIR PARTS tRACTOR MOWER LIFT NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger LT Shaft Asm Lift 159471 105767X Pin Groove 12OO0002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X...
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Page 44: Mower Deck
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 MOWER DECK 113 111 1,18_._ " ,_116... - Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 MOWER DECK 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...
- Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A 68 34...
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Page 47: Replacement
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER REF PART DESCRIPTION 772108A Cover, Transaxle 780086A Bearing, Needle 770102A Case, Transaxle 776260A Shaft, Counter 776219B Shaft and Pinion Assembly, Output 778139 Gear, Output, 35 Teeth 778136 Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth, Steel 792136A Key, Shift 792047... -
Page 48: Kohler Engine
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL AIR INTAKE 11-- - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER BLOWER HOUSING H='= ENGINE CONTROLS _t_\ EXHAUSTI PS-41526 ==,==== =,,=,===,======= BAFFLES ,lIHI € t,_o-I' "8 _,--_... - Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER AIR INTAKE KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 12-743-05 Kit, Air CIeaner (includes Key Numbers 2 thru 12) 25-34t -02 Knob, AirCleaner 12-096-24 Cover, Air Cleaner 12-083-08 Precleaner Element 12-100-01 Wing Nut X-25-63 Washer, Plain 1/4 12-083_05 Element, Air Cleaner (Includes #7)
- Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 --27 31 / _--29 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER...
- Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12-853-56 Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 thru 6) 12-04! -02 Gasket, Air Cleaner 12-053-56 Carburetor Assembly (For Information Only - Not Available Separately) (Includes Key Numbers 12 thru 27) 12-041-01 Gasket, Carburetor (2)
- Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 11111111111111111 IGNITION/ ELECTRICAL,,I OIL PAN / LUBRICATION Q--2 iiiiiiii i ,i1_ i lU,,, , lU,Uu u i i STARTING SYSTEM...
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Page 53: Spark Plugs
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL IGNITION / ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12-086-14 Screw, Hex Flange M10x 1_5x46 12-468-03 Washer, Plain 3/8 24-162-03 Screen, Grass M-0639016 Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1 x 16 (4) 12-112-01 Spacer, Fan (4) 12-157-02 X-42-15 12-025-25... -
Page 55: Operation
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 7" SIGHTING "" ---.. = === greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- it A Opora'oyourT c'or ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ...CUT OU"... -
Page 56: Seat
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 COoService Center/Department tail Stores. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE...