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917.251521
OWNER'S
MANUAL
®Assembly
* Operation
o 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:
1-800-659-59t
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  • Page 1 ® 917.251521 OWNER'S MANUAL ®Assembly * Operation o 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: 1-800-659-59t...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE tS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. iti. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION •...
  • Page 3 RIDING EQUIPMENT 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 witl repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TA LIE F CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......21-27 PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS ........STORAGE ............;..28 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLiTiES ..... 3, 17-20 TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 29-30 WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 32-49 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........
  • Page 5 ACCESSOFIIES ATTAC ENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outtets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. ENGINE MAINTENANCE AiR FILTER...
  • Page 6 CONTENTSOF HARDWAREPACK Parts, Bag contents shown futl size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Seat (i) Knob Video Cassette (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/t6 x 12 Gauge Steering Mulcher Wheel Plate 3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size...
  • Page 7 Yournew 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 atl parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) iNSTALL SEAT (See Fig.3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CAUTION: 0o not short battery termi- Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. nals. Before connecting battery, re,, move metat bracelets; wristwatch Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. bands, rings, etc.
  • Page 9 ASS MBLY Place the R.H. suspension arm on inward pointing iNSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See deck pin. if necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 4 and 7) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Be sure tractor ison levet surface and mower suspension Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left arms are raised with attachment lift control.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR SHIELD (See Figs. 5 and 6) Instatl two iatch hooks to mulcher plate using, screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemb]e weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. °...
  • Page 11 OPERATIO These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW CAUTION OR WARNING LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS OFF ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 12 O ERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controis a_d ad ustments, Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE CONTROL AMMETER...
  • Page 13 OPERATIC The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can resutt in severe eye damage, Atways 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.
  • Page 14 OPERATJO TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). •...
  • Page 15 OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 12) out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 16 OPERATJO .- ..NOTE: During this procedure there wilf be no movement of Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.
  • Page 17 CUSTOIVlER LiTIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FtLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULARSERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen!Replace MowerBlades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge :Clean Battery and.Terminals Check TransaxleCooting Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Beit(s) Tension Check Engine Oit Lever...
  • Page 18 CUSTOM LINES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. t 6), Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. nance. unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding...
  • Page 19 CUSTOM ESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 17 and 18) TRANSAXLE COOLING Determine temperature range expected before oil change. The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG. clean to assure ProPer cooling.
  • Page 20 CUSTOME RESPONSI ILITIES MUFFLER AfR FILTER (See F_ g. 1g) inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. Clean the foam pre-cieaner after every 25 hours of opera- flon or even/season.
  • Page 21 RVIC ADJU • CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place m otion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...
  • Page 22 ERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRaVE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24)° iMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 25) - THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS Park tractor on a level surface.
  • Page 23 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS • Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are TO REPLACE MOWER 8LADE DRRVE BELT in "OFF" position. (See Fig. 26) • Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. clutch plate and rotor measures .012"...
  • Page 24 SE VICEA A JUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig, 29) (See Fig. 30) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake, The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 25 RVlC ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT WAS_ Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism AXLE have.been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust COVER if necessary.

  • Page 26: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ° Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hote in the backside of the "'\- WIRE grill. _ _% HNADUGHT _" CONNECTOR Replace bulb in holder and push buib holder securely :='J back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 27 ERVICE DADJ STIVIENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 37) TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust- (See Figs. 37 and 38) ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment The choke control has been preset at the factory and may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,...
  • Page 28 STORAGE 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 mMPORTANT: IT tS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT CAOT_ON: Never store,the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Out of fuel. ,Will not start FiII fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly, See 'q'o START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTI G POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator_safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator Jeaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged 1_ Worn, bent or loose btade. Poorcut-uneven Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt.

  • Page 31: Schematic

    TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 SCHEMATIC aLACK BATTERY _ RED , i_ STARTER r---1L ..AMMET_ WHITE ..SOLENOID .n__;JE L BLACK, CLUTCH / B (PEDAL UP) ELECTRIC CLUTCH I ..IGNITION _ ..SWITCH BLACK SEAT SWITCH ..(NOT OCCUPIED) (DISENGAGED) u ..
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 ELECTRICAL 4g ......32 /...
  • Page 33 Switch, Plunger NC Gray 144921 Switch, Ign 3 Pos. 140400 Nut, ignition Switch 141226 Cover Switch Key 140403 Key, Ignition Craftsman, Delta 1t0712X Switch, Light 109553X Switch, Interlock CL MWR Gry 4 term 146071 Harness Ign. 95 GT Elec. CV22 17720408...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ..MODEL NUMBER 917,251521 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 59 / 47120 44 17 6360 39 17_...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 140506 Drawbar, Gt 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 136671X558 Panel Asm., Side LH 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - ' MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR= - MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 123800X Washer Washer Thrust Axle Harden 7563R :139989 Console Hydro Fender 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-I6 140927 Plate Console Shift 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 73800500 Locknut Hex WfWasher Insert 140507...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-, MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 STEERING _,,SSEMBLY "--, / /,;,'--. 1313 < / t YO-),_ 78.,,-...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Wheel, Steering Auto Black t37094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease t36960 Spindle Asm, LH 136959 SpindJe Asm, RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR ""MODEL NUMBERglT,2SlS21 • 53 _:j56 "37...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917,251521 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 149554 Engine Kohler CV20S-65530 144636 MufflerAsm 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 Muffler Asm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 145109 Stop Keeper Asm VGT 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 SEAT ASSEMBLY ..PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON Seat 140124 121249X Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring, Cprsn 140675 t23976X Strap, Fender Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 18 19171912 Washer...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS .TRACTOR ..MODEL, NUMBER 917.25! 521 LiFT ASSEMBLY 25 26 • 2o 19 18 PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex I/2-13 Unc 145542 130171 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt Trunnion i21002X Lever Asm, L ft Rh 73800800 Nut, Lock W/Wsh 1/2q 3 Uric...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917o251521 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 1450O8 Deck Asm., Mower 46" W/GWB 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 137554 Keeper, Be!t, Idler 4939M Retainer Spring 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driver Deck 46" 130832 137273 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 HYDRO GEAR TRA_ISAXLE - - MOD_,£ NUMBER 218-3010...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE == MODEL NUMBER 218-3010 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRKPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 142874 Assembly, Housing, LH 142902 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3.5 142875 Assembly, Housing, RH 153767 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 153765 Oil Seat :984 x 1.5 x .25...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917,251521 HYDRO GSAR PUMP - i,=_:,ODIEL N UMBER BU-!0L=122 < PART PART DESCRIPT'ION DESCRIPTION 127148X ! 44569 Swashplate, Variable Shaft, Pump 142938 122716X Bbck Assembly Ring, Retaining t22786X 122745X Pin, Stainless, Headless Bearing, Bail 1227t8X 122715X Gasket, Center Section...
  • Page 49 Deca, Operating Instruction 149918 Decal, Fender Auto Trans Gold 151448 Decal, Grille 140837 Decal, Saddle Brake Parking 146710 146705 Decat, Hood, Craftsman, RH Polo Decal, insert Strg 138047 146706 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH Polo Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 140837 Decal, Brake Parking:Saddle...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 KOHLER ENGINE - MO_EL NUMBER CV2OS_ TYPE NUMBER 65530 CRANKCASE 44 43 _-42...
  • Page 51 REPAtR PARTS TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65530 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEA_IVALVFJBREATRER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRiPTiON NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. 24 78205 Cylinder Block (Use Miniblock) 24 318 1! Head Assembly, #1 Cylinder 24 29403 Fitting 24 755 76...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ;-- MODEL NUMBER 91'7,251521 KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65530 AND B AFFLES •15...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917,25152t KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65530 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNiTiON/ELECTRiCAL KEY PART KEY PART DESCR_PTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION. NO, NO, 24 162 17 Screen, Grass 24 027 20 Housing, Blower Screw M5 x 0.8 x 16 (3) M-0403025...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65530 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION...

  • Page 55: Starting

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- = MODEL NUMBER 917.25152! KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65530 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw M8 x 1.25 x 70 SM-0642025 Screw M6 x 1.0 x 25 M_0839080 Screw M8 ×...
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.251521 KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65530 ,_.-7 16 17 • o-38...

  • Page 57: Fuel

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- - MODEL.NUMBER 917.251521 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65530 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 24 853 25 Kit, Carburetor with Gasket 24 014 72 Crankshaft (includes Key Numbers 2 thru 4) 52 139 09 Plug, Cup 24 041 15...
  • Page 58 NOTES .._ _ _...
  • Page 59 i-.. I,I. "r" rr" !..-...

  • Page 60: Seat

    OWNER'S 20.5 HP TWIN CYLINDER MANUAL ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER HYDROSTATIC (AUTOMATIC) GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NO= Each tractor has its own model number, Each engine has its own model number. 917.251521 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat, The modet number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of theengine,...

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