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/ ROFTZ
MODEL
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917.258532
OWNER'S
MANUAL
®
o Assembly
, Operation
° Customer Responsibilities
° 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
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  • Page 1 / ROFTZ ® MODEL 917.258532 OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly , Operation ° Customer Responsibilities ° 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 IIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII!! !1111111...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH_ GENERAL OPERATION !il. CHILDREN •...

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    RIDING EQUIPMENT For twe (2) years from the date ef purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owners manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............1045 SAFETY RULES ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 16-20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......2t-26 STO RAG E ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........28-29 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........4 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR .........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    AND ATTACHM These accessodes and attachments were available throughmost Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractorwas purchased Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. ENGIN E MAINTENANCE GASCAN ENGINEOIL FUEL STABILIZER...
  • Page 6 LI II I,IIlll,I ¸ II PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Seat Mulcher Plate Steering Wheel (1) Lock Video (1) Locknut Cassette washer 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-t/4 (1) Shoulder (1) Hex Bol Bolt 5/16-18...
  • Page 7 i IHH IIH,, Illll i ......'" '"'"' Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembied for shipping purposes_. 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°...
  • Page 8 IBLY iiu iiiJll iiii Ill i First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal • Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down_ shown.
  • Page 9 EMBLY lllll i i llllllllll,llllllll ,lllll llliHl,,,,J,lll ill illl II/,/,/H,,,J,,,, TO CONVERT TO BAGGING GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING DISCHARGING BRACKET Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installationof optional grass catcher accessory'. DEFLECTOR SHIELD _OULDER BOLT...
  • Page 10 OPERATION i,,,,,,, ..i,.ll.,uuu , iul,,., _ , .... l llll Hn..lll ll,l,llll,lu These symbols may appear on yourtractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning° BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH...
  • Page 11 OPERAT! i ii i iill 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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, LIGHT IGNITION SWITCH...
  • 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 over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 13 OPERATION IMPORTANT: MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig, 10) NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat "...

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    IHll Illllllllll IJI/IIUH,,I,, Illl ,ll,ll, Ill II' Illl. ATION ii ii, , Hll i i,i iHll,ll _ ,,_,,_ .................. ADD GASOLINE • Movemottoncontrollevertoneutral(N)position. Shut_ off engine and set parking brake. Fill fuel tank,. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.
  • Page 15 OPERAT! ........,,,H' M '"',11" ,'1""'1'1' I'1'1' ......Be sure the tractor is on level ground+ MULCHING MOWING TIPS ° Place the motion control lever in neutral IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND slowly return to operating position.
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPON BILl MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /_/_o_-_./_o_J AS YOU COMPLETE _" _'_'_' _"_'-' _-' ._O_'_ _/_-_.,,__ RV IC E DATE S REGULAR SERVICE ..Check Brake Operation ....Check Tire Pressure ..... if Check for Loose FaSteners ..Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades ..
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLiTiES TRACTOR MANDREL BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ASSEMBLY 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 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- TRAILING EDGE ments section of this manual)_...
  • Page 18 SIBILITiES ..........,11111 iiiii BATTERY ENGINE Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- LUBRICATION cient for normal use+ However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life+ Only use high quality detergent oil rated with AP! service classification SF, SG or SH+ Select the oil's SAE viscosity •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER BILITIES i iiiii I I I I I I I I I I ' I III'I IIII'IIIIII'II'I'I I II I_I I'I'UII]II]I IIII IIIII_IL CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19) AIR FILTER (See Fig+ 18) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter, 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 20 CUSTOMER RESPONSI ILITIES iJ_,l ,i ..MUFFLER CLAMP inspectand 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 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 21 ...... SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ....i,illlll ill_l iiiiii illl,ll]l ..illll, ,,,i i,,i,,lllll, l,,llll,,,i, CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ° Place motion control lever in nelJtral (N) position. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake° ° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

  • Page 22: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS HlIH','llll'l I =l=l=,l==l TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 24 and 25) 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.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ii,,i,l, l l, l ll,l,l,i,illll,lllllllllllllllllll TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. NUT "A" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools, JAM NUT Park the tractor on level surfacer Engage parking brake, BELT REMOVAL- °...
  • Page 24 ADJUSTMENTS i,, i,i _ ......TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 29) (See Fig. 30) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and Block up axle securely. adjustment should not be necessary'. °...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJU ENTS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery° RED cable last from both batteries,, /HOOD POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL HEADLIGHT FIG. 32 CABLES ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE...

  • Page 26: Throttle Control Cable

    TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 34) ACCELERATION TEST - The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- • Move throttle control lever from stow to fast position., if ment should not be necessary° However, minor adjust- engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out merit may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,...

  • Page 27: Cleaning

    ENGINE 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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT kS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 28 ..NG POINTS PROBLEM CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel 1,, Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section Engine flooded, Wait several m{nutes before attempting to start,. Bad spark plug Replace spark plug. Dirty air {liter.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty operator-safety presence control system Check wiring, switches and connections If not Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department, engaged .., ,, ,,,,,,,,,ulul Poor cut _ uneven 1,.
  • Page 30 ..i lllllll illl ill iiiill i,l,i M Illl l lll llll II,,H_I,,,IIHIIH SERVICE NOTES i iii llllllllll,ll i i iii ii ii ii...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP.. STARTER AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) ..,© WHITE SOLENOID CLUTCHL------t- - - J BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WRITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH _A_IT_ENT CL-UT(_ H BLACK GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR HOUR _ F"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 146139 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 Washer STD551025 8TD551125 Washer STD541025 I09238X Tube, Plastic, 12" 156417 Case, Battery' Mech Hinge 109596X Clamp, Hose 153664 Switch, |nterlock Push-In...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thdo Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 150156X011 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 146956 Panel, Dash, LH.
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 DRIVE ).f 48 oo i...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION t50071 Transaxle Assembly 140186 Pulley, Engine Bolt 7/16-20 X 4 Gr+5 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 71170764 143995 Pulley, Transaxle STD551143 Washer Lock HW HIcl Spr 7/I6 154792 Rod Shift Fender 154778 Keeper Belt Engine...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 STEERING ASSEMBLY ..::::-t_.\_: ,, __41 __36...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 157473 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x t6 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 134300 Seat Spacer, Split .28 x .88 140123 121250X 140551 Spring Bracket, Pivot, Seat 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 STD523710 Bolt 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge STD541431...
  • Page 41 Decal, Lift Handle Decal, Side Panel 150927 142341 Decal, Drawbar Cntrl Mvt Hyd LT Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 156787 154515 Pad Footrest LH STLT Decal, Fender, Craftsman 146709 Pad Footrest RH STLT 154516 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 160472 Owner's Manual, English 146O46...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 150600 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 28N707-0173-01 137352 Muffler 272293 Gasket, Exhaust 13280324 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9'17.258532 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 2I Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon t25631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 MOWER DECK _'_40 113 111...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Bolt 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 149846 V-Belt STD624008...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258532 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .,060 !42931 Assembly, Upper Housing I50829 Differential Assembly 142932 Seal, Lip...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 _r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 3°@ 238 O 1022 868A 1034 1026...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-0'1 634B ® 1022 ___.__t illlllllllllll i llU i ii l lll 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL IIIII _758 27 c-_ ÷...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 ,i ,, ,,,,,,,,, ,, ,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,, , ,,,,,, 634A 842 868 868A 284A 358 GASKET SET 977 cARBURETOR GASKET 1006...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 1090 31'1...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 94098 ** Screw, Throttle Bearing, Cylinder 399265 495800 Screw, Idle Speed * Seal, Oil 391086 231789...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.258532 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 284A 94073 Screw, HexHead 729A 225170 Retainer, Wire 294 810068 Screw, Set 741 262932 Gear, Timing 304 496280...
  • Page 56 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 60: Replacement

    £RItFTXMIIN® OWNER'S 15.5 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO= Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number° 917.258532 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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