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917.257641
• Assembly
• Operation
° Customer Responsibilities
° Service and Adjustments
. Repair Parts
OWNER'S
MANUAL
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  • Page 1 ® 917.257641 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly • Operation Convertible ° Customer Responsibilities ° Service and Adjustments . Repair Parts CAUTION: Rc_.d and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment, Illllll' Illlllllllll I llll Illlll IH Illll Illll II IIIH IlllllllllIllllllllIlllll Illl I I Illl...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE tSCAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION Ill. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow atl instructionsin the" manual Tragic accidents can occur' if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting presence ofchildren.

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Tractor,. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: t5.0 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F) o...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............11-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ........;..4 TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 27-28 INDEX ................

  • Page 5: Accessories

    AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were availablethrough most Sears retail outletsand service centers when the tractorwas purchased,. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,. ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN FUEL STABILIZER BELTS...
  • Page 6 ........i i i i iiiiiiii HARDWARE PACK CONTENTS ..... LLI I :::: iiiiiii iiiii iiii i,i_..,, ,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, iiiiiiiiii ......iiiiiiiii Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size ii ii iiiiiiiiiiiii (2) Sheet Metal Battery acid Screws #10-16 x 1/2...
  • Page 7 MBLY 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 you r tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness..
  • Page 8 ...... I,HIIIIIIIIll HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Remove cardboard packing on seat pant CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer Wash hands or clothing immediately If loosely...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. Lift seat to raised position. •...
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 7A & 7B) 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 ..iii Ullll,i iiiii L i i iiiiiii ...... KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswithyour tractorto familiarize yourself with the locationsof va rious controlsand adjustments° Save this manual for future reference° IGNITION UFTLEVER PLUNGER...
  • Page 12 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: Carburetor

    OPERATION ii1// ......ilml_lll ill illl_l TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
  • Page 14 OPERATION ul_ujt TO START ENGINE (See Fig, 9) • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run the attachment being used_ out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 15 RESPONSi LITIES .::,,:::: ..ull i mllllllll ....:......AS YOU COMPLETE _,_x; £,_._. _ 0"_. _._,_, ._,_, ._ Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Sharpen/RePlace LubricationChart....Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals a , CheckTrans.axleCooling ..
  • Page 16 TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte- ;EMBLY nance° 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- TRAILING EDGE ments section of this manual),.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTI iiii i i,i1,11,1 .._ _..iiiiii ...._,,,,_,,,,_ ....ENGINE BATTERY (See Fig. 15) Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffF LUBRICATION cient fer normal use° However, periedic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG.
  • Page 18 CUSTO SIBILITi ......iiii1,111 iiiii IIII1' AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18) '(our engine will not run properly using a dirty air fi_ter_. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating°...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage,. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every t00 hours of operation, whichever CLAMP CLAMP occurs first.
  • Page 20 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" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTM TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° X3 and X4) IMPORTANT; DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 22 ii1,11,11, : :: ...... • i i ii ,11,111 l ull inln ....ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKINGBRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools. Park the tractor on tevel surface. Engage parking brake, BELT REMOVAL- Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"...
  • Page 23 CE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT See Fig. 29) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.
  • Page 24 ADJUSTMENTS ii H=,=, H,i, _lllllt ....TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ENGINE Raise hood.. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder' out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 31) grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and •...

  • Page 25: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVICE AND ADJU IIIIIII1_111111 IIII IIIILI IIIIIIIII IIIIIII11111111111111111 Illlllllll'llll I1111111 IILIIIII IIIIIII TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32) ACCELERATION TEST- The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ° Move throttle control leverfrom slow (,=_) to fast (,_) ment should not be necessary°...

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    Immediately prepare your tractor for' storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.. FUEL SYSTEM ..:..... i iiiii i ii ,: ... IMPORTANT: tT 1S IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM...
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Fill fuel tank. 1.. Out of fuel, Wtl! not start See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section,, 2,, Engine not "CHOKED" properly., Watt several minutes before attempting to start. Engine flooded Replace spark plug, 4., Bad spark plug Clean!replace air filter Dirty ak filter,.
  • Page 28 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty operator-safety presence control system Check widng, switches and connections,_ tf not Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service facility. with attachment clutch engaged ............ ,/`'_ j ill ii Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade_ Replace b_ade_,Tighten blade bolt Mower deck not level,...
  • Page 29 15 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER WHITE BLACK ..CLUTCH/ BRAKE SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) __f_l IGNITIO_ SWITC "! ..BLACK 4-O Q ATT'MENTCLUTCH GROUNDING (CLUTCHOFF) CONNECTOR BLACK SPARK PLUG UNIT IGNITION BLUE AFTER FIRE SOLENOID...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 ELECTRICAL 36 38...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,257641 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 121265X Battery, 12 Volt, 25 Amp 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer 121264X Caps, Battery STD541025 109238)( Tube, Plastic, 12"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES "I...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 14O341 Chassis Assembly I40356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Rollo 3/8-16 x 3/4 140169 Saddle 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 2751R Clip,Line Fuel 140637X013 Dash 5479J...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,257641 DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137363 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic Transaxle, Dana, 6 Speed, Model Number 4360-48 123789X BeUcrank Assembly 110422X 123205X Retainer, Belt Spring, Extension, Brake STD523715 Bolt 123666X Pulley, Transaxle...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 STEERING ASSEMBLY __41...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION '139768 Steering Wheel 142033 Front Axle Assembly 135227 Spindle Assembly, L.Ho 135228 Spindle Assembly, RH. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gatlge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x _88 140551 121250X Bracket, Pivot, Seat Spring STD523707 Bolt 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 19131610 139888 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC...
  • Page 39 Decal, Mower QC System 133178 Decal, Mower, 3 In One 131265 Decal, Lightbox, Grill 138836 Decal, Dash Lawn Tractor Sit 128314 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 1383t 1 Decal, Lift Handle 137537 Decal, Caution, English i41989 Owner's Manual, English 141990 Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS &...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 ENGINE OPTIONALspark ArresterEQUIPMENT! ..II I III IIII .._26_1:6_35 _1:1_17...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Controt, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 141129 Engine, B&S, 15Hp Diamond Dual Model Noo28N707, Type NO. 0121-0t 125593X Gasket, Exhaust STD551131 Washer, Lock 71070512...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 MOWER LIFT G_-,..13 _J<"'13 161718...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 122507X Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 42" MOWER DECK <...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 42" MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 138024 Mower Housing 137729 Screw, Thdo Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 STD533107 Bolt t31335 Spring, Extension 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 133944 Washer, Hardened 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 133940...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48 14 35...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR, - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 138248 Housing, Upper 105928X Sprocket, 9 Teeth 2274J Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 110084X Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 1/4-20 x _734 134394 * Assembly, Kit, Shim ,750 Shaft...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0121-01 "A" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1034 1029 294 _ 1026...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0121-01 138 106 987 95 117 634B ..1033 VALVE OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL H_ ....11111 '27_ "_rREQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0121-01 ..2'4e'68 ..634A 868A 284A .... 358 QASKET SEt .._524 ° _977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 305A_ 1054...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0121-01 657 % ..13ooli ......Reference Number 3,!o,,, ,, 801 ; Thru Bolt Motor& Starter ArmBture Drive End Brush Housing End Cap...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0121-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 272465 496412 Gasket, Carburetor Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder arburetor to Elbow) 272569 391086 Seal, Oil...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257641 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0121-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 232 262785 Spring, Governor Link 634B 281167 Washer, Throttle Shaft 238 262836 Cap, Valve 635 280872...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPE_ FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. ;5 ° MAX. & Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 56: Replacement

    CRAFTXMnN ® OWNER'S 15.0 HP IC ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model numbeL Each engine has its own model number 917.257641 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat, The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine...

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