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CRI:IF I 'ZMIIN+
MODEL NUMBER 917.258670
OWNER'S M ANUAL
"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+65g.59t7
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  • Page 1 CRI:IF I 'ZMIIN+ MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 OWNER'S M ANUAL "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+65g.59t7 'r'll"l I' .
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers u 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 1° GENERAL OPERATION CHILDREN Read, understand, end follow ell fnstruclions tn the manual Tragic accidents can occur If the operator ts not alert to the...
  • Page 3 EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the dale o! purshase, {(this Craftsman Riding Equipment Is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the {nstrucltons tn the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace,free of charge, any pads found to be defective tn material or workmanship, This Warranty does not cover:.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............11-16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......... CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3j 17-20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......21-27 WARRANTY ............. L,.. 3 STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........TROUBLESHOOTING ..........29-30 INDEX ................REPAIR PARTS o TRACTOR .........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessoriesendattachments were available throughmost Sears retail outlets and service centers when thetractorwas purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items tar you when you provide the modal number of your Iractor, MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUQ ENGINEOIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Large Flat Washer 1) Hex Bolt 3t8-16 x 1 Seat Video Cassette Loekwasher 3/8 (1) Locknut Steering Wheel Mulcher (1) Hex Bolt _ \._) y Plate 511648 X Iq14 (1) Shoulder...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory wtth exception of Ihose parts left unassembted for shipping pu_'poses_ T_ ensure sa_e and pro_er o_erati_n _f y_urtrac_or aI_part_ and hardware yod assembIe mus_ be _igh_ned secure_y_ Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment boll CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Removecardboard packingon seatpan • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. • Assembte adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer nals, Before connecting battery, re,.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY i,ll lliNi INSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT (See • Conneot anli-sway bar to chassis bracket under left Figs° 4 and 7) footrest and retain with double loop retainer spflng. • Install clutch rod in ciutch lever. Secure with relainer Be sure tractor is on leve_ surface and mower suspension sprtng_ arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park-...
  • Page 10 ,,,,,, =, ASSEMBLY = i_= INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR SHIELD (See Figs, 5 and 6) • Install two fetch hooks to mulcher plate us{rig screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown, NOTE: Pro*assemble weld nut to latch hook by fnseding weld nut from the top with hook pointing down •...
  • Page 11 ,Lu! ,,,H H i= = = i=ll= ii OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH L1GHTS ON UGHTS OFF...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the iltustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseff with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT CHOKE ATTACHMENT SWITCH CONTROL AMMETER...
  • Page 13 OPERATION ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,i,,,,,,,, , ,,, ii ii 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 14 OPERATION • If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch/brake • With mower In desired height of cut position, gauge pedalqu_ckly to brake pesilton and engage parking wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the brake, ground, tnstall gauge wheel in apprepdate h_e with •...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    OPERATION WARNING: Experience indicates that a lcohol blended • Place the motion control lever in neutral. fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake atlract molsture which {cads to separation and {ormalion of slowly return to operating position.
  • Page 16 OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT" BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP • Tire chains cannel be used when the mower housing Is MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND attached Io tractor_ TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing The special mulching blade witt recut the grass clip- performance°...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE __:_._+_e5,.'4_;_-"0_ FIEGU_ FI sERV!CE /_,_/_'TSERVIC E DATES Check Brake Operation ..... Check Tire PressUre Check for Loose Fastene,'s _ I##_' s. ,;e.Rop,aoeMowo.R=oo V'. Check Baiter'/LeveYReeherge Clean Battery and Terminals ..,Check Transaxle CeoUng Adjust Btade Belt(s) Tene_o_ !v'J Adjust Motion Drive Beit(e) Tenalon Check Engine OIl Level...
  • Page 18 ,L HIIII UI,LII I L CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig, 14) TRACTOR Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, A{ways observe safety rules when performing any malnte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nBrlce, tual damage to mower and engine.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS • After otl has drained completely, reptace oil drain plug and tighten securely, Check V-belts for deterioration and wearafter 100 hours of • Reltl! engine with oil through otl fill dipstick tube. Pour operation and replace if necessary The bette are not slow|y.
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES IMPORTANT; PETROLEUM soLVENTS, SUCH MUFFLER KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE Inspect and replacecorroded muffler and spark attester (if CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETER)ORATION THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE, DO NOT equipped)as ttcould create a fire hazard and/or damage, PRESSURIZED CLEAN CARTRIDGE,...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTs: Depress clutch/brake 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 tile blades and all moving parts have completely stopped° Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come tn contact with plug.

  • Page 22: Side-To-Side

    ..;,,,,; ....... i ,,,,,i,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,, i SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL S{DE-TO-SIDE Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway,...
  • Page 23 iiii uu SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS HUUU UUUUUUlUU U I iJu.ullm tl J _ TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig 25) Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake+ •...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27} (See Fig. 28) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which ismounted on thesldeOfthe transaxieo Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake, For assistance, there ts a bait Installation guide decat on...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig, 29) If steering wheelcrossbarsere not horizontal (left toright) Whenwheelsarepositionedstraightforward, remove steer- The motion control {ever has been preset at the factory and ingwheeland reassemble per Instructions in theAssemb{y adjustment should not be necessary.

  • Page 26: Terminals

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS i=l,,,H =H TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE (see Fig. 31) Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse, fuse ho der s osated behind the dash,. ateexplostvegases,, Keepepatks_flame TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY end smoking materials away from bat- (See Fig.
  • Page 27 _._--- i i,ii ,, ,,, ii, ll, i,J,,,ll SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 34) With fhro[f e control _ever _n slow (,,1_) position, hold throttle iever against Idle speed screw and adjust Idle The choke control has been preset at the factor,/and speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM, adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 28 ........• ;TORAGE 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 1. = ' =ill= 1 , Hiiit, = ,i,,,, ,,"i, IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION wig nat stoat Outof fuel Fill fuel t_nk Engine not"CHOKED" properly See "TO START ENGINE" in Opeteltoo section. Engine flooded Wait several minutes before attempting la start Bad sparkplug Replace spark plug. Dirty air fitter Clean/rapists aJrfiller D_r_yfuel niter Replace fuel litter.
  • Page 30 u,ui 1_ LUJ,u ,_uu_J TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS u Hmll i, H, ,,, ,, ,, ,,,,,,,,,, PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Feutiy operator-safety presence eonlrol system Check wiring, swllches end connections. If not when operator teaves seat corrected, contact a n authorized service conterl with attachment clutch dsparlmonL...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP AMMETER aLACK {OPTIONAL} SOLENOID IGNITION SWITCH GROUNDSNG (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR HEADLIGHTS SHOWN NOTE YObRTRACTQRiS EQUIPPED wITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM, • © THELIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917_258670 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIP_ON 144926 Battery 74760412 Bolt, HeX 1/4-20 x 3/4 ST0551025 Washer 9/3_x 5/8 x 16 Gauge STD55i125 Washer, Lock 1/4 STD541025 Nul, Hex 1/4-.20 7697J Tube 7503J Tr_,y Battery 109596X Clamp, Hose 145211 Bolt, Btr Front I/4"20 x "t-i/2...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS .TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _ Aolil...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIP_ON 153871 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll 3/846 x 8/4 Type STD551025 Washer 13/32 x3/4x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 150156X011 Dash, SIIkscreened STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dasll, LH...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 DRIVE...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9t7.258670 DRIVE PART PART NO." DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150071 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 8883R Cover, Pedal Hydro Gear Mode[ No. 310-0650 140186 Pulley, Engine Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 71170764 Washer 143995 Pulley, Transaxle...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 STEERING ASSEMBLY .._-,-_" 17 o+.+-+i+++_+_+.. ++ ,,_+. Z+.- °+/ __._ \ ++.++,.d+ --'= +_+...+-,_..-...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR, - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART 'DESCRIP_ON 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black 154427 Axle Asm Front 154422 Spindle Asm Lh 154423 Spindle Aem 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 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 151273 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20X5/8 T _ ..Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No, 42E707-1631-01 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Aam, Left 144068 Exhaust Asm.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 MOWER LIFT 13._...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Assy,, lnher, with Plunger 145117 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5t33-62 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 2t Ga. 19211621 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Prunger Read 122512X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 MOWER DECK / 76 62 _...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156948 DeckAsmo, Mower 46" 156493 Pulley, idler, 97 46 Pd. Drive 138457 Bracket Astor, Sway Bar 19131312 Washer, 13132 x 13/16 x 12 Ga_ 4939M Retainer Spring 74780616 Bolt, Fin.
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIP_ON DESCR|P_ON 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 ld 72050411 So}! Rdhd Sht Nk t/4-20xt.,3/B 140551 Bracket Phi Pivot Seat (blk) 74760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-18 UNC x 1 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 19131810...
  • Page 47 Customer Sears Dora 142341 Decal, Drawbar Cntrl, MvL Hyd. U. 150927 DecaIPanelStde B&S5 167322 Manual, Owner's (English) 146709 Decal Fender Craftsman Gold 157323 Manual, Owner's (Spanish) Pad Footrest Lh STLT 150333 Decal, Cap CNSMR Help Line SRS 154515 Pad Footrest Rh STLT...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODE[. NUMBER 310-0650...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9i7.258670 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 7t8 x .060 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 DifferentialAssembly 142932 Seal, Lip...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 BRIGGS & SXRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707_ TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 B68@,040 35 615 q_ 219A y1 _ 842 t 523 284A 524 o ,___j_...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 421=707, TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 I358 GASKET SET j [121 C ARBURETO_ _332 1006 _635...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE .-MODEL NUMBER 42E707_ TYPE NUMBER 1631-0t 209A 414 207 y...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - + MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE ' MODEL NUMBER 42E707_ TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 [ I058 OWNER'S MANUAL] 11019 LABEL KIT] "_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917,258670 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 497074 Cylinder Assembly 93208 Screw, Phillips 399265 Bushing 2225tl Washer, Spdng 391086 ' Seal, ell 95039...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258670 • • BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 163"I-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NOo NO. DESCRIPTION 491297 Lever Assembi'y, Governor 93585 Screw, Hex Head 62199 Washer 93853 Bolt, Governor Lever 223882 Washer, Govemor...
  • Page 56 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 60: Replacement

    £RAFTSMI:IN ® OWNER'S 19,5 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO, Each tractor has its own model number Each engine has its own model number 917.258670 The model number for your tractor wilt be found on the model piers located under the seaL.

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