Sears Craftsman 917.252561 Owner's Manual

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SEAl, S

MODEL NUMBER 917.252561

OWNER'S MANUAL

oAssembly

o Operation

o Customer Responsibilities

o Service and Adjustments

° Repair Parts

Conver'l:ibie

CAUTION:

Read and follow all safety

rules and instructions

before operating

this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER

ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-59t7

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Page 1 SEAl, S ® MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 OWNER'S MANUAL ® oAssembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities Conver'l:ibie o 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: 1-800-659-59t7 ,,, ..
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 III. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents...
Page 3: Storage
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY 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
TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVlCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......19-24 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...... 3, 15-18 STORAG E ..............WARRANTY ....... :.......... TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 26-27 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 30-47 ASSEMBLY ..............
Page 5 ACCESSORIES ATTACHMENTS 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. ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN...
Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ;1_:;_ ....,,,,,,, .....,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ..,,,, ,i, i ,,,,i,iiii1,,,,i,i ,, Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton Plate Mulcher Seat © (2) Sheet Metal Screws #10-16 x t/2 Video Steering Cassette Wheel (1) Locknut 3/8-24 Steering...
Page 7: Terminals
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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
Page 8 ASSEMBLY Use terminal access doors for: CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Inspection for secure cennections (to tighten hard_ The tires on your tractor were overinfiated at the factory for ware). shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for • inspection for corrosion. best cutting performance., Testing battery..
Page 9 inll lUl, nllllnllllllUl II',l,,l_J I i i ASSEMBLY ....................INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR SHIELD (See Figs. 5 and Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown NOTE: Pre-assemMe weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down, •...
Page 10 OPERATIO These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning ,,e, BATTERY REVERSE CAUTION OR FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS OFF LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
Page 11 I III OPERATION 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., ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER LIFT LEVER...
Page 12 OPERATAON lUU ,H,,UlU ,, , i Uq"Hli,,i, "hi ,,111 ...... 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.
Page 13 OPERATmON ,i ,i,1,,,, ,ml ii, Ul,, H TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightty as you restart Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing movement, switch.
Page 14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run the attachment being used° out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine Depress clutch/brake...
Page 15 ....i1,11, ,lU,,,ll,,llll,,U,, CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITmES ilU.i iiiiiillll, i iii ,lllll.ll.Ulmllll.. SCHEDULE ..J__o_ _0_I _" _M'AINTENANCE sERV,CE AS YOU COMPLETE _"_ --_e (3pera[i0n h_eck Tire Pressure I Check for Loose Fasteners Shaken/Replace Mower Btad'es Lubrication Chart '..Check Battery LeveVRecharge Clean Battery and Terminals CheckTransaxle...
Page 16 CUSTO RESPON BmLIT ES ........ii ii, ,i, ,111 ii ii TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) 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.
Page 17: Air Screen
i,iiii i i illll i,ill,llll ........i llllll, ,iu,ill CUSTOMER RESPONSIBULITUES ii ,i ii,ll,lllllll,lll V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after100 hours of DRAIN AIR SCREEN operation and replace if necessary_ The belts are not PLUG adjustable,, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from buifd-up of dirt and chaff which...
Page 18 CUSTO RESPONSDBmL TIE IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH MUFFLER KEROSENE, NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE DO NOT equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage PRESSURIZED CLEAN CARTRIDGE...
Page 19 =,,=,,,= ..... SERVICE, AND ADJUSTMENTS ii, iiii ,M,I, CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutchlbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift 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.
Page 20 SERVmCE AN ADJU ;TMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 21 and 22) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING 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 driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY...
Page 21: Installation
i,u,lu ii ,,i,i,u,, SERVNCE AND ADJUSTMENTS i, nll,l,,i,,,mp , irll,l,q i¸ i,,, TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITHPARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without toois_ Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake.
Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) See Fig. 27) when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer- ,,,i,in,,ll i, lU,,, i, rng wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manuaL, ate explosive gases, Keep sparks, flame and smoking...
Page 23 .., , nl,, iluu SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS , i,,i,,, n,u,i ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 29) grill The throttle control has been preset at the factory and Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely adjustment should not be necessary, Check adjustment as back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
Page 24 SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result (See Figs. 31 and IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY FOR PROPER ment should not be necessary.
Page 25 ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wilt not be used for 30 days or FUEL SYSTEM more.. IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING iN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, gasoline in the tank inside a building...
Page 26: Operation
LESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wilt not start Out of fuel FIll fuel tank Engine not "CHOKED" properly See 'q'O START ENGINE" in Operation section Engine flooded Wait several minutes before attempting to start Bad spark plug Replace spark p_ug Dirty air filter Clean/replace air filter...
Page 27 LESHOOTiNG POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Hml,u,,,,,, H,I, ,re,u,, ,,,,, Check wiring, switches end connections If not Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence contrOt system when operator ]eaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or ioose blade Replace blade...
Page 28 SERVICE NOTES...
Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 SCHEMATIC ÷1 ° oliio BLACK BATTERY 1 ..FUSE 30 AMP. AMMETER STARTER BLACK WHITE 'O', ..SOLENOID CLUTCH t BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) W._TE _ ,-_ _ ..4 ..
Page 30 REPADR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 ELECTRICAL 36 35 • _20 / 25 "...
Page 31 Cable, Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 144921 Switch, Ignition 3 Position 140400 Nut, Ignition Switch 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 140403 Key, Molded, Craftsman 110712X Switch, Light 108236X Bracket, Switch 17021008 Screw, Hex, Tapping #10-24 x !/2 140336 Bracket, Switch interlock 109553X...
Page 32 REPARR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,252561 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 145501 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 1749O612 Screw, Thd+, Roll 3/8-t6 x 3/4 Type TT STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 18 Gauge 146077 Bumper Snap-In Saddle 145206 142844 Shield, Heat, Hood 126471X Clip, Fuel Line...
Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 DRIVE 88 87 >_ 61 _ 5611 • 30 2...
Page 35: Parking Brake
REPARR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle, Peerless, 6 Speed, STD541437 Model Number930-057 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC Link, Clutch 146682 Spring, Extension, Brake 105710X 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 105709X Spring, Clutch Return Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 12000028 Ring, Retainer STD523712...
Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black Axle Asm Front 142033 135227 Spindle Asm Lh 135228 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 19272016 12000029...
Page 38: Seat
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 123976X Seat Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 140123 139888 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Blkz 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W!Ins 5/16-18 145006 Clip Push-In 74780814...
Page 39 138955 131473 Decal Instruction Operat Eng Decal Chassis 6 Sp 42" 143735 136832 Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal Hood Slope Rh Craftsman 143736 140837 Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman Decal, Parking Brake, Saddle 132674 Decal Grille Lt4000 Craft Usa 146637...
Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132755 Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 10 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 17720410 145314 Engine B&s 19hp, Model No. 42A707, Type No, 1251-01 137978 Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Asm. Left 144069 144O68 Exhaust Asm.
Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 MOWER LIFT 1" 31 _...
Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Assy,, lnner, with Plunger Shaft Asmo Lift 122507X 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga, 19211621 120183X Bearing Nytong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted t22365X Button Ptunger Read...
Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.25256'1 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 133943 Washer, Hardened 144393 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" Bolt 140084 Arm, Idler STD533107 122052X 138017 Spacer, Retainer Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 140086 138440 Spring, Torsion, Brake Bracket Asm Deck 42"...
Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057...
Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057 REF PART REF PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772108A Transaxle Cover 786066 Spacer Brake Lever Bracket 780086 Needle Bearing 786086 770102A Transaxle Case 774690 Axle, 11-15/16" Long 776260 Countershaft 774691...
Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01 ..524 O...
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,252561 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01 t 358 GASKET SE T ] [861 PUMP REPAIR KI] 1 [121 CARBURETOR _119 %_ 257 1006 _635...
Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01 209A...
Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 BRIGGS & STRA_ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01 [Ios8 O WNeR's M_NUAL] IIO_''_BEL K'TI REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 308A 305A "1137...
Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 497074 Cylinder Assembly 93208 Screw, Seres 399265 Bushing 222511 Washer, Spring 391086 * Seal, Oil 94326...
Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.252561 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1251-01 KEY PART KEY PART NOo NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 94297 Screw, Pan Head 93853 Bolt, Governor Lever 491297 Lever Assembly, Governor 93777 Screw, Hex Head, 222289...
Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR S6GHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. ,, ,,,,,,,,,,, Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.
Page 56 ® OWNER'S 19 HP TWIN CYLINDER ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number Each engine has its own model number. 917.252561 The model number for your tractor will be found on the _odel plate located under the seat.

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