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Sears Craftsman 917.257644 Owner's Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.257644
• Assembly
= Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
= Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
OWNER'S
MANUAL
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CAUTION:
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  • Page 1 CRaFrs MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly = Operation Convetr'tlble • Customer Responsibilities = Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. I IIIIIIII IIII IIIIII IIIIIIIII IIIIIII IIII...

  • Page 2: Brake

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATtNG HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION I!1. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and foi!ow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 15.0 tured to give you the best possible dependability performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily ,,,, ,,, remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............11-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 27-28 INDEX ................REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 30-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........
  • Page 5 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ,,,H ......u,,,,n ._u _ul These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail cutters 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 FUEL STAB UZER...
  • Page 6 ,,,,n,,, u ....Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ....,nn= ,, = ,,,,,,,u Seat (2) Sheet Screws Metal Steering #10-16 x 1/2 Boot (1) Locknut 3/8-24 Steering Wheel (1) Large Fiat Washer Mulcher ,, =r ,,,,,,,, u, Plate (1) Shoulder 8o/t 5116-18...
  • Page 7 • i ,11111 i,illU i i ii i iiirlii i HllUU III II1'1'11111'1 III II I ASSEMBLY 11111 ,Rrlllllll illUl, i i iiii iiii ,,,,,,,,,,,,, u ',Hill iiii iiiiiiiiiiiii Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembted for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY HH,= ='=========== = == n CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch SEAT bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.
  • Page 9 iiii ii ,llllllll ..,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, illli " , ..ASSEMBLY ,1111_1 iiii ¸ i iiii iiiiiiiii iiiiii CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 5) The tires on your tractor were ovefinflated at the factory for shipping purposes.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 6 & 7) Install two tatch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. Tighten hardware securely.
  • Page 11 iiiiiii ii r iiiir ..OPERATION nll,i ii im..iMi • KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractorto familiarize yourseff with the locations of vadous controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference.
  • Page 12 ,,,,,,11 ,lUl,,ll, iiiii iiiii i,iii OPERATION ,llll i,,m ,....,, , i,iiii iiiiiii i HIIIII IIHII i i,iii i iii =l i mill ,1,1, .,,,,,,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,11111 i iiiii iiiii The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    iu,,,,,,,rll i II lUlll, l lll, jib,ill • •...., ,nnln ,inn OPERATION ., ..... ,,,,,, i,,,i ,i,u,,,in irllll 111111 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- movement.
  • Page 14 TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that wilt 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 wi}l take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine, •...
  • Page 15 ,,,ll ,,ill i,lu i¸ i unnll illU,lnll iiiii iirlrll i,i ¸ i illll i =,rll CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... nil°' ... , ,,, ,,,,,,, Inll llJ, ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,i '11 I1'1 IIIIIIII ---- MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /__o_f _" FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE _Eau_R SERWCB /__;'_';_._'SERV_CE DATES...
  • Page 16 iJ,,IVnUl, IIII ,11111111 ,., ,,,,,,,, ,, ,,,',,,u, irllnn viii ii1,1111,111111 i.v,,., CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES u_u m ,,lun ..nnlnl PlIIII, ,llln TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. ASSEMBLY BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 17 ,,,, i ,ml ii, i i ...... CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES i .i, n i Ul .., ,,,,_,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,, iiiii i BATTERY NOTE: Although multFviscosity 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.
  • Page 18 H • H I,,,,,HHU , =,,,,H,= = ,,,H = , ,,,=,,,,= ,,,,,,,, = ,=' = i,,i AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run _roperly using a dirty air filter. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 19 =,H==, i=ll= CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (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 occurs first.
  • Page 20 , i.i ,._rl. i.-i ii.,. =¸1== SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS _.tUUl i i H nl n ..uH .umn .,..J,l..,m . ii ..n. iiii ,,,,,,,11 H,I,Hn ..CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    • ,i H nH I¸ ,1'11111 ,l'lnll NllU ji,nl I¸ iiinl SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS llll HII,nl ,I,II'IlU ..ll,Hl",l II n II,lllUn TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-SACK ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS i_ ,,,,n ,, ,= H n,nHi IH= ,,,,,,,m I,,,,,,,,,n IH ,'m WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" 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 - •...
  • Page 23 lU,ll, ,inn ,ill i,,lll SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ii1,, i ,111 ipl i ii i ilnnm i i,m,i illlll TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 29) If steering wheel crossbars are not honzontal (left to nght) illl ,nnl n t ,,,11,, when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-...
  • Page 24 ..........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ill i i rl ,ul ,lllllU i'11111iil!l ,11, iii1,,,,11[111111 ....J,l,,llll ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.

  • Page 25: Throttle Control Cable

    TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32) ACCELERATION TEST The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- • Move throttle control lever from slow (,a_) to fast (_,) ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture ment may be required tocompensate for differences in fuet,...

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    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 more. FUEL SYSTEM ....[[[[[ [[[[[ [il[j IMPORTANT: iT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 27 i ii i,irl,l_,H, ..........II I'1 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS iiiii PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fue!. Fitl fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE7 in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to starL Bad spark ptug.
  • Page 28 ,111 nlrlrl , iiiiiiiiii iiu r,nl TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ii,n ,i,ii ,llUUll ,,i,n iiiii nnlnllllUl iiii PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Fau{_ _emto_safe_ presence_ntmt s_em. Engine contfnuee to run Check w#ing, switches and connections. |f not when operator _eaves seat corrected, contact an authorized so.ice facility.
  • Page 29 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 SCHEMATIC "( I" o111o BUICK BATTERY REED w_rrE FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER CLUTCH /BRAKE _;L_O; (PEDAL UP) ,, ..-----] sEAT S W,TCH IGNITION SWITCH 1 ..t ____._ (NOT OCCUPIED) °_°_ (>}..
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 ELECTRICAL 36 38...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIP_ON 123899X Battery Service W/Caps 747604!2 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 Washer STD551025 STD551125 Washer STD541025 109238X Tube, Plastic, 12" 144940 Case, Battery W/2 Holes WiBrty 109596X Cramp, Hose 144935...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 140341 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 11050600 Washer, Lock, Extemat Tooth 140169 Saddle 126842X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 DRIVE 56 j...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 142603 12000039 Ring, Klip Transaxle, Dana, 6 Speed, Mode! Number 4360-79 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 123789X 110422X Spring, Extension, Brake 8ellcrank Assembly 123205X 123666X Retainer, Belt Pulley, Transaxle...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Wheel 142033 Front Axle Assembly 135227 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 135228 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25t32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 127438X Seat 134300 Spacer, Sptit .28 x .88 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 12!250X Spring STD523710 Bolt t23976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 139888 Bolt, Shoulder...
  • Page 39 Decal, Ins. Hood 15HP OHV White Decal, Side Panel, IC Gctd 133178 131265 Decal, Mower, 3 fn One Decal, Lightbo×, Grill 128314 138836 Decal, Dash Lawn Tractor St[ Decal, Fender, Craftsman 137537 138311 Decal, Lift Handle Decal, Caution, English 4900J 145418 Decal, Clutch/Brake, English...
  • Page 40 _EPAI_ PART8 ENGINE 15 HP 42', TRACTOR. " MODEl. NUMBER 917.257644...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting !/4-20 x 5/8 140590 Engine, B&S, 15Hp Diamond Turbo Screen Model No. 28N707, Type NO. 0160-01 Muffler 137352 125593X Gasket, Exhaust 13280324 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 MOWER LIFT • 3° 161718 13---_...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 122507X Shaft Assembly, Lift 105787X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Gdp, Handte, Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 MOWER DECK 2"> 113 111 _"...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Washer, Hardened Mower Housing 133943 STD533107 Bolt 140084 Arm, Idler 138017 Spacer, Retainer Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 122052X 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes STD624008...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-79...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR ..- MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-79 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIP_ON NO, NO. DESCRIP_ON 142671 Housing, Upper !05928X Sprocket, 9 Teeth 2274.1 110084X Screw, Self-Tapping, Large Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 1/4-20 ×...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0160-01 615_) 634A "_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1022 1022 1034 1029 1026...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 BRfGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 016001 , ....106 987 634B 1033 VALVE oVERHAUL 1",.,_ CARSURE'rOR OVER.AUL 9_5 987 i 634B REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0160-01 1006...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0160-01 ° ,ll i,l,i •._o,_ _ * tnc_uaes #398003 Ctutct_Assembty (Ref. NO. 513) 'Ref. No, 728) #280104 Gear (Ref. No. 783) #495877 Retainer"and Pfn (Ref.

  • Page 52: Connecting

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - .. MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0160-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP'F1ON 496412 272569 **" Gasket, Carburetor Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder (Elbow to Cylinder) 391086...

  • Page 53: Terminals

    REPAIR PARTS 15 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257644 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0160.01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 493935 Lever Assembly, Governor 94620 Screw, Self-Tapping 94742 Washer, Governor Crank 280848 Spacer 262785...
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  • Page 55: Replacement

    CRI FTSMI:IN ® S _A/ S OWNER'S 15.0 HP iC ELECTRIC START MANUAL 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, 917.257644 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate tocated under the seat.