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Sears 917.259565 Owner's Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.259565
OWNER'S MANUAL
®
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
For answers to your questions
about this product,
Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mot) - Sat
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 • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mot) - Sat CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

  • Page 2: Brake

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator...
  • Page 3 ON CRAFTSMAN 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 will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............10=14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........INDEX ..........,......REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........30-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........
  • Page 5 "These accessories and attachments were available through most Seers retait outlets end 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 SPARK PLL_G GAg CAN ENGINE OiL FUEL STABtUZER...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWA PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (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) kocknut 5/16-18 Steering...
  • Page 7 ASSEM Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those paris left unassembied for shipping purposes_ To ensure sate and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary lo insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SEAT CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Do not short b_ttery termi- nals by a|iowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals _ the same time, Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.
  • Page 9 ASSE TO CONVERT TO BAGGING GAUGE WHEEL DISCHARGING MOUNTING BRACKET Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. DEFLECTOR 318-! 6 LOOKNUT SHOULDER BOLT 3t8"...
  • Page 10 OPERATIO These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 11 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. UGHT SW_TOH ATTACHMENT IGNmON POS_T_ON CLUTCH LEVER...
  • Page 12 oreign obj_ __e. Always wear safety glass_te operating your _justments or repairs. We rec_._ion _afety mask over th HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR ! A__eav- toempty I TO SET PARKING BRAKE {See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running, any attempt by the...

  • Page 13: Brake

    TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9} To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and ci_tch!brake pedal Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with Make all lurns slowly, the eng ine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.
  • Page 14 OPERATION in the opposite direction making left hand turns until TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) finished (See Fig. 10 } When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine If g_'ass ;s extremeiy tall, it shouid be mow_d twice to has run out of rue!, it will t_._ke extra cranking time to move reduce iced and possib e fire hazard from dried clip- fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 15 CUSTO RESPONSIBIUTI MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FiLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Prc-ssure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check B£ttery Level/Recharge Ctean Battery and Terminals Check Transa×fe Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPO ILmTIES TRACTOR BLADE Always ob_rve safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires n'tore than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- TRAiLiNG EDGE ments section of this manual).
  • Page 17 CUSTO ILITIES BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- will result in increased oil consumption when used above cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the 32_'F.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 17) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Your engine wil] not mn _roper_y using a dirty air fiker. engine damage from overhoating. Clean with a wire brush Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera°...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPO ILITIES MUFFLER CLAMP inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPAR K PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after eveR' 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 20 ii i i,,i, !,,m. - -- SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Depress cButcbJbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have compiete!y stepped.

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE ADJU ENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) LMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL 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 inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUSTBOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engege parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - ° Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE NUT "A""...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS JUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 and 28) (See Fig, 29) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever Block up e.xla securely. is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto allow preset at the factory;...
  • Page 24 VICE ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttte controt has been _resat at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described be!ow before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessa_', proceed as follows: With ei_g!r_eno_ running, move fllrottle centre! !ever to fast position.
  • Page 25 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS tI_PORTANT: NEVER TAMPER W_TH ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. 34 & GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING-THE ENGINEABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- DANGEROUS. IF YOU THtNKTHE ENGiNE-GOVERNED ment should not be necessary.

  • Page 26: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the tractor wil{ not be used for 30 days or more, FUEL SYSTEM LMPORTANT: IT IS iMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FbEL ,_ ,L inside a building...
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fue!. Fil! fuel tank. Engine net"CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter. Cleantreplace air filter.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTi POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTUON Engine continuesto Fealty op_rator-safety presence control system Chect wiring, ;witches ar, d connectJor_s. _f not corrected, car;loci an authorized service cent(÷r,r when operatorle_ws seat with a_aohmentciutch department, engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn. bsntor loose blade. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Mower deck not level, Leveimower deck.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 SCHEMATIC "tl " BIJ_C K BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. AMMETER STARTER (OPTIONAL) r___ Jc ..BUICK --i--- WH,TE '--_ O " ..SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH [/ IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 Cable, Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 1403O1 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 124211X Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 10931gx Key, Molded, Craftsman 156442 Harness, Ignition Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 71110408 131563 Cover, Terminal 145673 Solenoid 73640400 Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 38 ---.._.
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259565 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRnPTION 159527 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT STD55!025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 150156X011 Dash, Silkscreened STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16 x 1 155927...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 DRIVE 88 87 l®/ 49 _-- _ 51,.- _ 3536...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ,. - MODEL NUMBER 917,259565 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD54143t Link, Clutch Dana 430-114 1057!0X Spring, Clutch Return 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 105709X Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1 t4 123666X Pulley, Transaxle STD523712...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 STEERING ASSEMBLY • i:d_ \\./'/•...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCR|PT|ON 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spiadte Assembly, L.H. t 5Y473 Spin]die Assembl_i, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, T,_rust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 × 1 5/8 x 16 Gauge 192720!6 Washer 27/32 x 1-114 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X 140123 Seat Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8 140551 72050411 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 134300 74760616 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc...
  • Page 39 156439 Decal Chassis 42" Decal Fender Danger Sears 147139 273503 Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal, Engine 19.5 HP Turbo 160396 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 158215 151299 Decal Insert, Hood 151300 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 138047 Decal Battery Diehard Sears 133644...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o259565 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 151273 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 114-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs ..Model No. 42E707-2631-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust f_sm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 MOWER LIFT 25 24...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = ° MODEL NUMBER 917o259565 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Assy,, Inner, with Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5!33-62 19211621 Washer 21/32xl x21 Ga. 120163X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 MOWER DECK • 33 '_ 104 106--...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -. MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESC_|PTION 133943 Washer, Hardened 144393 Mower Housing 155046 Arm, idler STD533107 Bolt 122052X Spacer, Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 141043 Guard, TUV Jdter STD624008...
  • Page 46 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917o259565 DANA TRANSAXLE o ?_ODEL NUMBER 4360ot 14...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 DANA TRANSAXL_ - MODEL NUMBER 4360-114 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 160955 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .031 Housin_ Upper 2231J 2274J Screw, lapping, 1/4-20 X .734 160944 Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T &...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259565 BRIGGS & STRATTOH ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707', TYPE NUMBER 2631=E1 868_ _)33 219A 284A 524 0...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = o MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 "_,. _,._ 4.68 1oo6 1O05 _726...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 BRIGGS & $TRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631=E1 209A 414 207 y @ 592...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR .. = MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE _ MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631=E1 t019 LABEL KIT] REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR iNSTRUCTION MANUAL, 308A 306A...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631 -El KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Screw, Phillips 497074 Cylinder Assembly 93208 Washer, Spring 399265 Bushing 222511 Screw, Hex * Seal, Oil...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.259565 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 K!_Y PART KEY PART NO° NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON Screw, Hex Head 227 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor 93585 Bolt, Governer Lever 62199 Washer 93853...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RiDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HiLL SIGHTING _UIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WiTH SKY LINE OR TREE. 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: Replacement

    I:RrlFTZHrlN OWNER'S 19.5 HP MANUAL 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. 917.259565 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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