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CRI FTZMnN
MODEL NUMBER 917.257630
OWNER'S MANUAL
- Assembly
, Operation
* Customer Responsibilities
* Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow
all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

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  • Page 1 CRI FTZMnN MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 OWNER'S MANUAL - Assembly , Operation * Customer Responsibilities * Service and Adjustments Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT tN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting+...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECiFICATiONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 13.0 tured to give you the best possible dependability GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (APl-SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......18-23 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-17 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........25-26 WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 28-43 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ........... REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........44-51 ASSEMBLY ..............

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ,,,,l,u,, u ill u,,,, ACCESSORUES AND ATTAC ENTS i. ,hi .i .. i uH,,, u,,,,,,,,,ul,,,,,,,,, These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retail outlets and service centers when thetractorwas purchased, Most Sears stores can order these itemsfor you when you provide the model number of your tractor, MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 Seat (2)Sheet Battery acid Screws Metal #10-16 x 1/2 Steering Wheel Battery Steering Boot Owner's Manual Parts Bag (1)Shoutder Bolt 5/_6-18 (1)HexBolt 1/2-I3x 1 i,==,, ,]ll Parts bag contents not shown full size ,li=,,J,, Wheel Steering Steering Wheel Insert (I) Lock Washer 1/2 Adapter (t) Washer...
  • Page 7 ....... ,m,l.i ASSEMBLY ....i u,-,, n lll n,u 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 all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY ,ll,i i,iJl1,111i, HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 3) INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment boil PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Remove cardboard packing on seat pan° Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5) ,ram, 11., 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 = ....OPERATIO KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize you rself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference_ ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH LEVER...
  • Page 11 .ill L,,I IIJ,J OPERATION ....i iil.l,i .i.i 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 recommendawide vision safety mask for over the spectacles...
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) TO OPERATE ON HILLS You r tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing tl,, CAUTION: Do not drive up or down switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with hills with slopes greater than 15 °...

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    I.Ill,II OPERATIO MOWING TIPS ADD GASOLINE Fill fuef tank Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing gasoline (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon is attached to tractor. and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life), Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing IMPORTANT:...
  • Page 14 ii ,,i. , Ul ,lllU i CUSTO RESPO ILmES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure ..Checkfor Loose Fasteners 6/ ........Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades ....Lubrication Chart [ t_ Ch,eck,,,B,atte_, Level/Recharge,,, ... Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxte Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _,4_ Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Chock Engine O,L ve;...
  • Page 15 iii, ll I,rtL I"'MI' I'Ul I1'1 CUSTO RESPONSIBILITIES ....lUll iiiJ,,,, iiii TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11) TRACTOR Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced° Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance tua{ damage to mower and engine, BRAKE...
  • Page 16 ,,_,,,r,_ , i,ii,l,rl,,rr ii,,Ull,., CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES i,n,l,l,u,..,,i , ,,nl,,., ....1,1,11 • Catch oil in a suitable container, TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause to enter the engine when changing oil the battery to "leak"...
  • Page 17 i.,.._.. i,i..II,JL i , ii,lr.i CUSTO RESPO ILITIES ..... Jill '1 ....... III1'1 iHi ,,,,J ill i MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrestor (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...
  • Page 18 ..'.. 1.1..1111 .111 i1..i.ii .._.J_l ..11...11 . . "1 . SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS ......i ill, iHl,, ,ill., ........iirl i, qiill ,iiiH tl,,, ,t'ltl,t'l_ '1 iiiU iiiiiiiiii I "q' CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parklng brake, °...

  • Page 19: Side-To-Side

    SERVnCE AN ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 21 and 22) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDED IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT...
  • Page 20 i ...... i ii ,1_1 ,i,i SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS , i,ii , i,,,rl,,_,l , ,i..i1,,1_ ....i, ,,i TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.. Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 21 SERVmCE AN ADJUSTMENTS H,,, TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAl( BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEl ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 27) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly ate explosive gases Keep sparks, flame section of this manual and smoking...
  • Page 22 =,,, ,..i,,=,, SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB (See Fig. 28) " Raise hood • Ratse hood, • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. •...

  • Page 23: Throttle Control Cable

    i ill ii,l,ll_ i SERVmCE AN i i lllll ,i i,i i i ,i,Jl ENGINE FINAL SETTING - • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make CABLE ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL fina_adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neut[al (N) position. (See Fig.

  • Page 24: Cleaning

    ENGIN E 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 , ,,, ,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,u IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM...

  • Page 25: Air Screen

    TROUBLESHOOTING POmNTS ........PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Fill fuel tank Out of fuel Wlll not start See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine not "CHOKED" properly Wait several minutes before attempting to start Engine flooded Replace spark plug. Bad spark plug Clean;replace air filter Dirty air rifler...
  • Page 26 ....TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS i ....CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM ..i,ii u ,,, i, u Check wtrlng, switches and connections If not Faulty operator-safety presence control system Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat department with attachment clutch engaged...
  • Page 27 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 SCHEMATIC 8LACK © BATTERY Jb-- FUSE 30 AMP STARTER WHITE WHITE SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) (NOT OCCUPIED) --[- IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH 8LACK '.."_ " "__, SLACK,, SLACK ATT'MENT CLUTCH GROUNDING /2-7...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 ELECTRICAL 36 38...
  • Page 29 Switch I n 3 pos Nut Igni_orn 140400 123620X Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta 110712X Switch Light Blk BIk Red Bracket Switch Clutch 108236X 17021008 Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ,,,%...
  • Page 31 Footrest Pnt Rh (Silver) 72110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X3/4 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 73680600J 105466X Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman 134774 Bracket Asm Pvt LH MWR Rear 134775 Bracket Asm Pvt RH MWR Rear 72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 DRIVE • 30 32...

  • Page 33: Transaxle

    REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137363 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X :I2 Ga Transaxle 6sp Std D4360-48 19131312 110422X Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 73680600 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20"...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 35 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga.. 7810H Locknut Center 3/8-24 Unf 104820X Adaptor Wheel Strg..640/.635 1244t7X Boot Shaft Steering Craftsman 12t749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x !6 Ga_ 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5t8 x ! 6 Ga. 12000029 Ring Ktip #T5304_75...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR -,- MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 SEAT ASSEMBLY 14 ""h ,1/9 .,,5 I r'-..\la\ "1_) PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 72050411 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4_20x1-3/8 140551 Bracket Pvt St 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc '74760612 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-I6unc X 3/4...
  • Page 37 Decal Maint Cust Sears Domesti 131265 Decal Lightbox 140449 Decal Side Pnl Icgold 13HP BIk 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 125880X Decal Fender Craftsman Red 140393 Manual Owners 257630 English 138836 Decal Dash Lawn TractorSLT 140394 Manual Owners 257630 Spanish I37537...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 ENGINE "_ ......OPTIONAL EQUIPM Spark Arrester iiiiii i i H,,,,,, ii ,, L...

  • Page 39: Fuel

    REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control Th/ch RH Btk Pd115 10 !7720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 140591 Engine Asm B&s Dmd 13Eec Icgld Model No. 28M707, Type No. 0137-01 125593X Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 10040500...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 LIFT...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger 17 32 122507X Shaft Asm Lift 9 680 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5t33-62 19211621 Washer PItd 21/32 X 1 X 21ga 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 125631X...
  • Page 42 REPAURPARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 13 liP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Deck Asm Mwr 42" weldment 133503 138024 Stiffener Arm Idler Upper Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18unc X3/4 73680600 Rod Pivot W/nibs 138017 Bracket Asm Fr Sway Bar 38/42 133551...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48 43,_ / _4 43_52 _-----71...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-48 KEY PART KEY PART 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,...
  • Page 46 REPARR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28M707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-01 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 76'1...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28M707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-01 9871 _105 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. _84_ 646_ 284A...
  • Page 48 REPAmR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28M707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-01 209@ 232.,_ _)729 _ 78 ___668 1044 @ 75 ,_455 ,ooo @ ..1_3, 1005_ "--_ 726...
  • Page 49 REPABR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28M707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-01 729A '137 Q _ U 634A 634B 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 358 GASKET 977 CARBURETOR GASKET...
  • Page 50 REPABR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28M707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496413 * Gasket, Carburetor Cylinder Assembly 272554 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting 391086...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 13 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28M707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 94729 Screw, HexHead 280848 Spacer 306 224545 Shield, Cylinder 392134 Gear, Ring 94623...
  • Page 52 111Ul SERVBCE NOTES...

  • Page 55: Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKYLINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.

  • Page 56: Seat

    ® 13.0 HP IC ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number, 917.257630 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat, The model number {or your engine wilt be found on the blower housing of thef engine.

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