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8 /R8
®
MODEL NUMBER 917.258660
e Assembly
Operation
o Customer Responsibilities
e Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
OWNER'S MANUAL
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
I

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  • Page 1 8 /R8 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 OWNER'S MANUAL e Assembly Operation o Customer Responsibilities e Service and Adjustments o 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: Brake

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE tS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GENERAL OPERATION II!. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow 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 parts found to be defective in material or workmanship..
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-26 STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-19 WARRANTY ............. ;..,. 3 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........28-29 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 32-49 ASSEMBLY ..............
  • Page 5 ,i,, ......,CCESSORIES 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...
  • Page 6 ..lU i, ii.,Ulll i i,.llnl,,, lunI,I,,H,U,, CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK i1_1 . nuu inn .11 u n n.i, I" I ' I 'lnl Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ..iiii ......(1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Seat Video...
  • Page 7 .,i-, ,11,, ,....ii1,1,1,11,11,1,1 H"I'I 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. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 i H m ¸ ..Ullll/ ..ASSEMBLY ........i iH,l,l_,l,r., nl Ul Use terminal access doors for: CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Lnspection for secure connections (to tighten hard The tires on your tractor were ovednfiated at the factory for ware) shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for Inspection for corrosion best cutting performance...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY - v" CHECKLIST HOOK POINTS DOWN WELD NUT BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW FROM THE TOP. TRA CTOR, WE WISH TO A SSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SA TISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT LOCK WASHER PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST.
  • Page 10 = ,=,H, =N!l Hi =l ,=,= i=,lH=/ ..=PHil " ASSEIV]SL¥ INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring,. Figs. 6 and 24) Install clutch rod in clutch level. Secure with retainer Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension spring...
  • Page 11 ..'IH' n I I ,III,,,U,UU,,,II,, I U " OPERATION ,u u ,n,u,,m,,, ,,,, ,........These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the produgt. Learn and understand their meaning, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON...
  • Page 12 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 adjustment& Save this manual for future reference, LIGHT SWITCH ATTACH MENT IGNITION CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH AMMETER THROTTLE...
  • Page 13 OPERATION Jt,Ju_ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thPown 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. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    i iii i ii ......OPERATION ....i.illl, i ill BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15) ,,,,,,.. , ...,., The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil without either the entire grass catcher, Check engine oil with tractor on level ground...
  • Page 15 OPERATmON i,i,, unn,,, n ......WARM WEATHER STARTlNG (50 ° F and above) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly, tf the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.
  • Page 16 Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure 6##' e" Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _1'4 Lubrication Chart Check Battmy Level/Recharge 6#1_ Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s} Tension Check Engine Ott Level Change Engine Oi1 _2.3...
  • Page 17 = === H ....= ==H== TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced° Always observe safety rutes when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nanceo tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding...
  • Page 18 ....,,,,,,, n,,u CUSTOME RESPON BILITHES = n= ,n,,,, 11 mn = u,=,,,,,, in= H,, = = ,,,,,, V-BELTS AIR SCREEN Check V_belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of DRAIN operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not PLUG adjustable, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear, TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSDBULNTIES ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 18) COVER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oi[ change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. Unscrew old filter by turning counterclockwise. Use a PLATE suitable container to catch oil.
  • Page 20 CAUTION: B EFORE 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. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug= i,i ,,11iii...

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    CE AN ADJUSTMENTS 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-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 22 ....H'm'H" '1== == ,,, ADJUST IENTS ... i i m,.,ll ...... 11, mn, n, ,, ..... 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 23 SERVICE ID ADJUSTMENTS (See Fig. 27) TO ADJUST BRAKE PULLEY Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system _LOCATOR which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. TABS IDLER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted BELT Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake...
  • Page 24 SERVmC i, i i, ii ,, i,,,i ,,,i ......... TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE (See Fig. 32) JUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 and 31) ....,,111 N I i llll ll,ll The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever &...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 35) • Raise hood, The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, Check adjustment as Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the described below before loosening cable.

  • Page 26: Throttle Control Cable

    IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Figs. 36 & GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED, OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING The carburetor' has been preset at the factory and adjust- DANGEROUS tF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED ment should not be necessary, However, minor adjust-...

  • Page 27: Cleaning

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGRNE the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT tS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR,...
  • Page 28 CAUSE PROBLEM ,H,I II1,1,1 ¸ Fill fuel tank Out offuef Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section Engine not"CHOKED" property. Wait several minutes before attempting to start Engine fiooded. Replace spark plug Bad spark plug Clean/replace air filter, Dirty air filter Replace fuel filter Dirty fuel fifter...
  • Page 29 POmNTS TROUIBLESHOOTJNG PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operalor-safety presence control system, Check wiring, switches and connections If not corrected, conlact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department, engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY c/'Lp FUSE 30 AMP AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) WHSTE • STARTER (PEDALUP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH --,_- ,z--4_- ,zq--- ,,-¢_ I ¢'_' -1T-- r_F--- __ BL_CK_ __ _ ___j_A.fCT_MENT CLUTCH"_ "...
  • Page 32 REPAaR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Cable, Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 14O301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 1242t1X Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 1093t0X Key, Molded, Craftsman 156442 Harness, Ignition Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x '1/2 711'10408 131563 Cover, Terminal 145673 Solenoid 73640400 Nut Keps Blk Hex 1/4-20 UNC...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 153871 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 150156X011 Dash, Silkscreened STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8q 6 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 145660...
  • Page 36 REP+41R PARTs ORIVE _ACToR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 ... 48 19 24...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Link, Clutch ..Transaxte (See Breakdown) 105710X Peerless 930-057A 105709X Spring, Clutch Return Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 146682 Spring, Return, Brake STD523712 V-Belt, Ground Drive 123666X Pulley,, Transaxle 130801...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 STEERING ASSEMBLY "_ _" d. _ i:: ; :'<'_...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axte Assembly STMP Dropped STL 154422 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 154423 Spindle Assembly, RH. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPiViENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Control Throt Paddle 32 22 151273 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut I/4-20x5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No,, 42E707-1631-01 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm, Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 150176...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 MOWER LIFT 13---_...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917,258660 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Assy., Inner, with Plunger 145'117 Shaft Asm, Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gao 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 1225t2X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 MOWER DECK 103102...
  • Page 45 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156948 Deck Asm_, Mower 46" 156493 Pulley, Idler, Flat, 46 Pd. Drive 138457 Bracket Asm, Sway Bar 19131312 Washer, 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 4939M Retainer Spring 74780616 Bolt, Fin.
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X 140123 Seat Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 ld 72050411 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/8 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (bfk) 74760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Washer FEat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga...
  • Page 47 Decal Chassis 46" 156439 Decal Fender Danger Sears Decal Mower Drive Schematic 273503 139346 Decal, Engine 19.5 HP Turbo 151299 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 158215 Decal Insert, Hood 151300 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 138047 Decal Battery Diehard Sears 133644 Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258660 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A...

  • Page 49: Replacement

    REPADRPARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUtV18ER 917.258660 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NOo DESCRIPTION Locknut 5/16-24 772108A Cover. Transaxle 792075 Holder, Brake Pad 780086A Bearing, Needle 790025 770102A Case, Transaxte 786066 Spacer 776260A Shaft, Counter...
  • Page 50 REPADR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 284A 524 O ..8_...
  • Page 51 REPAaR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUiVIBER 9!7.258560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 !3s8 GASKET'SE--TI [121 CARBURETOR _119 .._363 1006 1 -_...
  • Page 52 REPABR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 209A 229 L.__ @ 592...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-0'1 51 _) .[-1058 0wNER'S MANUAL-] 1[-_9 LABEL KiT] "_r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 308A 305A...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 497074 Screw, Seres Cylinder Assembly 94764 399265 Washer', Spring Bushing 222511 391086 Screw, Seres * Seal, Oil 94834...

  • Page 55: Spark Plugs

    REPARR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEl NUMBER 917.258560 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1624-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 230 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 272645 * Gasket, Base 235 224995 Shield, Fuel Spray 224816 Baffle, Air, Cylinder #2...
  • Page 57 OTES...
  • Page 58 " '"' '....SiZRVICE NOTES...
  • Page 59 < I,LI ,€ "r :> < t,/)
  • Page 60 ® SWARS OWNER'S 19.5 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number Each engine has its own mode! number 917.258660 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat, The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine...

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