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SH S
[RaFTZ
MODEL NUMBER 91
®
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.
FOR CONSUMER
ASSISTANCE
HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-659-5917

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  • Page 1 SH S [RaFTZ ® MODEL NUMBER 91 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. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATI _IG 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.
  • 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 witi repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............11-14 SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........CUSTOM ER RESPONSIBILITIES: ....3, 15-18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......19-25 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 27-28 TAB LE OF CONTENTS ..........INDEX ................REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ........
  • Page 5 ATTACHMENTS ,,.i,,1_ i,, i,,i,i,U!l u,i ,u ii n, ilUll ii,i These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets 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. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size f--_ (1) Hex Bolt "-- 3/8-16 x 1 Seat Video Cassette (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher Steering Wheel Mulcher Plate '1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Boot Manual...
  • Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exce 3tion of those 3arts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and 3roper 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 ASSE Use terminal access doors for: CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Inspection for secure connections (to tighten qard- The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for ware). shipping= purposes. Correct tire pressure _s important for • Inspection for corrosion, best cutting performance.
  • Page 9 iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 5 & 6) SHIELD J ..Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw_ washer, lock washer, and wetd nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assembJe weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. •...
  • Page 10 ATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING "x___./ ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OILPRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR C_mpare thei__ustrati_nswithy_urtract_rt_fami_iarizey_urse_fwiththe__cati_ns_fvari_usc_ntr__sandadjustments_ Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION CHOKE AMMETER SWITCH CONTROL\ THROTTLE CONTROk_ CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KN OB FREEWHEEL CONTROL MOTION CONTROL LEVER APPROX.
  • Page 12 OP RATION 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: Carburetor

    OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH "ENGAGED" LEVER "DISENGAGED" CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15) POSITION ATTACHMENT POSITION The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the HEIGHT HIGH POSITION factory, already filled with summer weight oil. ADJUSTMENT KNOB Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.
  • Page 14 OPERATION NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

  • Page 15: Schedule

    CUSTOM RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners ..$##'7 = , if ..Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades t[I/4 ..Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 16 ii i CUSTO RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE {See Fig. 14) 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. tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding...
  • Page 17 r,lnIJJ "r r ..I I, CUSTOMER BILITIES V-BELTS After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of Refill engine with oil through oil fit! dipstick tube. Pour operation and replace if necessary.

  • Page 18: Product Specifications

    t,t011 ..CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH ENGINE OiL FILTER (See Fig. 18) KEROSENE, NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAK CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE, DO NOT change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours n one...

  • Page 19: Brake

    SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress cfutchlbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control 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, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 20 RVICE AN TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVE_ SIDE-TO-SIDE. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly nflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECl FICATION S"...
  • Page 21 ........SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) 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 (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 22 CE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 28) if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB See Fig. 30) Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. ateexplosive gases. Keep sparks, flame • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely and smoking materials away from bat- CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS "--7 ENGINE CLAMP SCREW ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) QUARTER .S ..The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as CIRCLE \\.,.. described below before loosening cable. If adjustment _s necessary, proceed as follows: With engine not running, move throttle control lever to...
  • Page 25 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. 34 & GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED, OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- DANGEROUS, IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED ment should not be necessary,...
  • Page 26 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor foi" storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: S IMPORTANT PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,...

  • Page 27: Fuse

    TROU ESHOOTI POINTS ---- PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly, See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Sad spark pIug. Replace spark ptug, CJean/re_Iace air filter, DJrty air filter.
  • Page 28 ==,= ..TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ..PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence controf system. Check wiring, switches and connections, ff not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. AMMETER STARTER BLACK O',O WHITE ..SOLENOID dUTCH/ BRAKE (PEDAL WHITE IGNITION SWITCH ..(NOT OCCUPIED) ____ SEAT SWITCH J w""E: o - ;r-o, _LACK BLACK CONNECTOR ,ON,T,ON sPARK - -' BLACK UNIT PLUGS...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 Cable, Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 140301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 12421tX Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman STD601005 Screw, Hex. Tapping #10-24 x 1/2 140336 Bracket. Switch Interlock 109553X Switch, Interlock. Attachment Clutch 151212 Harness, Ignition...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 151169 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw. Thd.. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 146077 Bumper Snap-in 145206 Saddle 126471X Clip, Fuel Line 147633X010 Dash.
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 DRIVE •78...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150071 Transaxle Assembly 140312 Kee per. Center Span 142431 Spring, Return. Brake 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT 143995 Pulley, Transaxte 8883R Cover, Pedai 141002 Rod Shift Hydro LT 140186 Pulley, Engine...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 STEERING ASSEMBLY ,£ ,___.---,--- 19 23 / --,..
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256571 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheet Steering Std Black 142033 Axle Asm Front 135227 Spindle Asm Lh 135228 Spin :Ire Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shouider 5/16-18 Uric 140551 153236 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (b[k) 145006 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/ins 5/16-18 Cl p Push-in STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8 -16 UNC...
  • Page 39 Decal Dash Instruction Qperat Eng 151217 Decal Chassis Hydro 42" 149917 Decal Fend Auto Trans Srs. Wht. 136832 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 150683 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 151303 Decal, Insert. Hood 15O684 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 133179 Decal Mower Qc System 142336 Decal, Sdl.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 ENGINE _,.27 Li'_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 151273 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 150465 Engine B&s 19hl3, Model No. 42A707, Type No. 1624 -01 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 MOWER LIFT 32 /...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 MOWER LiFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Assy., Inner, with Plunger 145117 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12O0O002 E Ring #5t33-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 MOWER DECK _58 35 113 111 _116 119 j- j116...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION ,NO. DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" STD533i07 Bolt 140O84 Arm, Idler 138017 122052X Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar Spacer, Retainer 138440 140086 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar Spring, Torsion, Brake STD624008 Retainer Spring...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917o256571 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 113 _...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 Differential Assembly Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .t3...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR == MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 868 _ _ 40 552A 34 219A_ 230_,_ 284A...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 1358 GASKEt SET 1 1861 PUMP REPAIR KIT_ I121 CARBURETOR 1006 _635...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 209A...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 J 1058 OWNE_ [_!019 LABEL KIT ! "€_REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR iNSTRUCTION MANUAL. 308A 305A...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256571 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Screw, Seres 497074 Cylinder Assembly 94764 Washer, Spring 399265 Bushing 22251 ! Screw, Sems 391086 * Seal, Oil...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256571 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRTPTION 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 272645 * Gasket, Base 224995 Shield, Fuel Spray 224816 Baffle, Air, Cylinder #2 394358...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "t" ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING IIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE.
  • Page 56 [RRFTXMAN ® OWNER'S 19.0 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. 917.256571 The model number for your tractor wil be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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