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Craftsman 917.256810 Owner's Manual

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SE_/A/ S
®
MODEL NUMBER 917.256810
OWNER'S MANUAL
e 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 SE_/A/ S ® MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 OWNER'S MANUAL e 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 AMPUTATING 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 fellow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator...
  • 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 will repair or replace, free of charge, any paris found to be defective in material...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ........... REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-47 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH ENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers wllen the tractor was purchased Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number o! your tractor ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (2) Sheet Seat Screws Metal #10-16 x 1/2 Steering Boot (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) 2-3/8" Diameter Washer _ j_/ Steering Wheel Video Cassette (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (:1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 Manual Parts Bag...
  • Page 7 ,,,u ASSEMBLY 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 the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED...
  • Page 8 EMBLY CONNECT BA'FrERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- SEAT_" nals. Before connecting battery, move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding= Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat BOX DOOR pan to raised position Open battery box door...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE best cutting performance THEBESTPERFORMANCEANDSATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT...
  • Page 10 OPERATmON These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD WARNING LIGHTS OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH UNLOCKED CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR C_mparethei__ustrati_nsw_thy_urtract_rt_famiI_ar_zey_urse_fwiththe__cati_ns_fvari_usc_ntr__sandadjustment_ Save this manual for future reference IGNITION ATTACHMENT AMMETER CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER THROTTL_CROKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL MOWER DECK HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 OPERATM 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 repair soWe recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or' standard safety glasses.

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat Make all turns slowly with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.
  • Page 14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS (See Fig. 6) TO START ENGINE Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine is attached to tractor has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing fuel from the tank to the engine performance.
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER !SPONSI UTnES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___n_ F ILL,N OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULARSERVICE /__,,_SERVIOE DATES Check BrakeOperation CheckTire Pressure e" Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/ReplaceMower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Batteryand Terminals Check TransaxleCooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension e"...
  • Page 16 CUSTOM ESPONSIBILMTIES TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ASSEMBLY nance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more 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 CUSTOMER RESPONSmBULITIES NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc) BATTERY 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 RESPONSIBJLITmES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) (See Fig. 14) CLEAN AIR SCREEN Your engine will not run properly 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 over heating Clean with a wire brush tion or every season...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSmBIL TIES 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 ADJUSTMENTS SERVICE CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake 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 21: Side-To-Side

    SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs 19 and 20) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 21) The mower' blade drive belt may be replaced without tools, Palk the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower' from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 23 SERVmCE AND ADJ ;TMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig. 25) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) whenwheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual ate explosive gases.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 27) 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...

  • Page 25: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVUCE AND ADJUSTMENTS (See Fig. 28) ACCELERATION TEST - TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- Move throttle control lever from slow (,,_) to fast (,1_,) ment should not be necessary, However, minor adjust- position If engine hesitates...

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    STORAGE 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 IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOO'[1NG POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not stal't 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 Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Dtdy air filter Clean/replace air filter...
  • Page 28 TROU LESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Faulty operator-safety presence control system Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department engaged Worn, bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Poor cut - uneven...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY O'-LL> FUSE 30 AMP STARTER AMMETER BLACK WHITE ..SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKJE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) ..,.,,E ' -;-,-F - C_J ,..-t..--T--_- ,z-q-_-z , ,-Oh I ¢h_, BLACK ..
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 144921 Switch Ign 3 Pos 140400 Nut ignition 141226 Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT 140403 Key tgn Melded Craftsman 110712X Switch Light BIk BIk Red STD601005 Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2 140336 Bracket Switch Interlock 109553X...
  • Page 32 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 151169 Chassis Weldment ! lga 1995 140356 Drawbar Stretch 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Tyqt STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga 146077 Bumper Snap-In 145208X016 Saddle Silkscreen 6sp Fit Sdl D4360 126842X Shield Ht Hood Kehl/Dia Engine...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 DRIVE...
  • Page 35 RE!PAURPARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga 142603 Transaxle 6sp Std Dana, 19131312 Model No. 4360-79 105706X Bearing Nyl 503 X 628 X 1 25 Washer Hardened 146682 Spring Return Brake 110812X Ring Klip #t5304-50 123666X...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black 142033 Axle Asm Front 135227 Spindle Asm Lh 135228 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X ! 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 SEAT ASSEMBLY ir -_ f16, _)115 • " ",, ..PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 3350 BIIdblk C_aftsman 72050411 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8 140551 134300 Biacket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc STD523710 Belt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1...
  • Page 39 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 150677 Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman 140837 Decal Saddle Brake Parking 150680 Decal Grille Craftsman Sip LT Dov 150333 Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs, 133644 Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom 133179 Decal Mower Qc System...
  • Page 40 REPAgR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control Throt Rh Bfk Pd115 10 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 150458 Engine B&S 15/15.5 DIC & GD DC 1 Model No 28N707, Type No 0173-01 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 272293 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 LIFT...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Rod Asm Lever 122507X Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove 105767X 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga 19211621 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122368X Button Plunger Read 122512X...
  • Page 44 REPAgR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 MOWER 56_b / 23...
  • Page 45 REPABR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 MOWER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Guard, Mandrel, L H Mower Housing 140088 STD533107 Bolt STD624003 Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 137729 Screw, Thd Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 138440 Washer, Hardened Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 133944 STD624008...
  • Page 46 REPADR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-79 .54, "_2...
  • Page 47 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,256810 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEl.. NUMBER 4360-79 KEY PART KEY PART NOo NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 142671 Housing, Upper 105928X Sprocket, 9 Teeth (Reverse) 2274J Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 110084X Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth !/4-20 x 734 134394 * Assembly, Kit, Shim 750 Shaft...
  • Page 48 REPAgR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 _614 634A REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1023 1026...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 634B _"__ 1022 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL @ 22 _123 "A" REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL°...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 634A 868A _ \51 358 GASKET 524 8_- 977 CARBURETOR GASKET...
  • Page 51 REPAHR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173o01 I,o58 o w,,,:,, s..Nu.L! 109O...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 94098 ** Screw, Throttle 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 495800 Screw, Idle Speed 391O86 * Seal, Oil...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE .- MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-O1 DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 729A 225170 Retainer, Wire 284A 94073 Screw, Hex Head 741 262932 Gear, Timing 810068 Screw, Set 213998...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 56: Replacement

    ® 8E/A/ S OWNER'S 15.5 HP IC 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 917.256810 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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