Craftsman 917.258010 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

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LAWN TRACTOR

14.5 HP, 38” Mower Electric Start

5 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.258010

This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner’s Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty.................................

Safety Rules............................

Product Specifications.... ........................6

Assembly/Pre-Operation ........................8

Operation................................

Maintenance Schedule ..

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Maintenance Service and Adjustments... Storage

Troubleshooting.........................

Repair Parts Sears Sen/lce

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WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY 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 that are found to be

defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed

below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the

two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service

the procluct at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).

For your convenience, IN HOME warranty sen/lce will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts man product is dropped orf at an authorizecf Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable Items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited

to blades, spari< plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

• Standard Maintenance Sen/icing, oil changes, or tune-ups

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the tiding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

debris, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its purchase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold a charge. Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the

first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which

vary, from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.,Dept.817WA, Hoffifnan Estates, IL 60179

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SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to obsen/e the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

^Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONI!! BECOME ALERTill YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

^CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

^ CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

AwaRNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro

ductive harm.

AwARNING: Batteiy posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow alt instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only In daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should ev^uate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them

selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and bum . Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine . Allow machine to cool before storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-ofcontrol and tipover accidents, which can re sult in severe injury or death. Ail slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

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SAFETY RULES

DO;

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the madiine. Tali

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift white on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommenda tions for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes s/otv

and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT;

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and dovm for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- tsiever remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment In good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

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SAFETY RULES

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. Mow up and down slopes (15® Max), not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift white on the slope. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu ally downhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

and Type: Oil Type:

(API-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity: Spark Piug:

(Gap: .030”)

Ground Speed (MPH):

Tire Pressure:

Charging

System: Battery:

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

1.25 Gallons Unleaded Regular

SAE30 (above 32“F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32“F)

3.0 Pints Champion RC12YC

Fonward:

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

Reverse: 1.7

Front:

Rear:

3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights

Amp/Hr: Min. CCA: Case Size:

1.1

2.2

3.4

4.3

5.5

14 PSI 12PSI

28 230 U1R

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement Is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Mainte nance” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

^WARNING; This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting appiicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester Is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler Is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni cians and the proper tools to sen/ice or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and tower shafts and install 1/4 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 10-12 ft. lbs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.

1/2 Hex Nut

(2^)---------Large Flat

Steering Wheel

Adapter-

1/4 Locknut

Lower Steering Shaft

. :^Tab

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position. NOTE: if this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions).

Insert

Washer

Steering Boot

Extension Shaft

1/4 Hex Bolt

Slots

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Seat Pan

Terminal-

. Label frort) the skid.

'Terminal Operation section for location and

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aiside for assembly of seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

4. Roll tractor fonward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for iocatlon and function of controls)

^WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

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Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.

Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE* position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

Slowly release clutch^rake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position.

lO.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly,

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See TO ADJUST

BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

^CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist:

✓ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

/ No remaining loose parts in carton. / Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

/ Be sure mower deck is property leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

✓ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following important items:

/ Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with ail controls - their

location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

it;

O A

BATTERY

CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD

WARNING

STOP

ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

iS l\l © [©

FUEL

S' R N H L ®SI

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL

CLUTCH ENGAGED

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

HIGH

♦

LOCKED

LOW

FAST

LIGHT

SLOW

MOWER LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

SLOPE HAZARDS

* -Àèm

j = is

FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOUR 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

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine. GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH ~ Used for starting and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

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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. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the

way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from clutch/brake

pedal. Pedal should remain in brake position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Throttle/Choke Control

“Brake" ^ Position

STOPPING MOWER BLADES

• To stop mower blades, move attach

ment clutch lever to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE-

• Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE; Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to “backfire".

“Engaged” Position

Disengaged”

Position

Parking Brake “Engaged”

Position

f Lever

DisengagecT

Position

Ignition Key

Gearshift

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the Ignition switch in any position other than “STOP” will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

^CAUTION; Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

Move gearshift lever to desired position.

Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears. Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running.

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These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions,

height of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

To stop mower blades dsengage attachment clutch control. AcautION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever “Engaged” Position

Attachemnt Lift Lever High Position

“Disengaged” Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS i^CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15“ and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hilts.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

Low Position

Deflector Shield

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope. Is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil flit cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces

sary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHARr in the Mainte nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte nance section in this manual.

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ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase cadjon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

^ CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32“F(0“C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.

A CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohoi or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional Information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disen gaged position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

5. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not

run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and above)

6. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50“ F and below)

6. When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend

ing on the temperature.

• The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. (See ‘TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

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MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

tractor. This will result in a more even

distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished.

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

RLLIM OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake (^»ratiQfi Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Pteserwe and Interkick Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Reptace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Lsv^

Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxia CooHng Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oi (with oU litter)

Change Engine OH (wWioul ol litter) Clean AkFHter

Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace OU Fitter (If equipped) Clean Engino Cooing Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Rtter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel FUter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

In high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service mom often when operating in duty or dusty conditions.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as instmcted in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level.

Check brake operation.

Check tire pressure.

Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

Check for loose fasteners.

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3 ‘ Replace blades more often when mowing in sand/ soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

LUBRICATION CHART

® General Purpose Grease ® Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feet they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

SERVICE DATES

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad

justed. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the

B^DECARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and fiat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

/Trailing Edge Up ^ Mandrel

.Blade Assembly

Rat' '

Washer^ ^

Lock

Washer-^

<S^Hex Bolt (Grade)*

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone bal ancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

. Center Hole

BLADE REMOVAL

Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

Blade

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How ever, periodic charging of the battery with

.|gan automotive charger will extend its life.

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• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep smalt vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak"

power.

1. Open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API

senrice classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when wamn.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto

the fitting.

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

Closed and Locked Position

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

Oil Drain Valve

V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32'’F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Yellow Cap

Drain Tube

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at “FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when

finished.

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AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

NOTE: if very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove cartridge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure with knob{s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deteriora tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

Cover Knob

Cover

B--~^Cartridge ^ Nut

Foam Pre-Cleaner

Paper Cartridge

Base

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

1. Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine.

2. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry

of dirt.

3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

4. To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

Screws

Dipstick Tube

Assembly

Engine Cooling Fins'

Blower Housing Screws

_ Plug

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline, ciamp^

Fuel Filter

Spark

Clamp

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CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of ali foreign

' ‘ ■ eign

3D rinished f

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

matter.

of ali gasoline, oil, etc. Protect painted surfaces with automo

tive type wax.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch^rake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

4. Turn ignition key to “STOP" and remove key.

5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with plug.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to ciean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in “DISEN GAGED” position.

Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position.

Roil belt off engine pulley.

Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt.

Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring.

Small Retainer

Clutch

Spring'

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Spring

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs.

Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

Square Hole

Retainer Springs (Both Sides)

Collar

Housing

Guide

Deflector Shield

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TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD

UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinftated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust

ing.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjust ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2*

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust

ments, check that both front links are equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns.

• When distance “D" is 1/8* to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “P against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut “P

from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “P on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front

links must remain equal in length.

• When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut “P against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Lin

ks Should be E

1 o i ^

^ Front Links

qual i

Nut “E”

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Place attachment clutch in “DISEN GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever fonvard to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring.

5. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

6. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION-

Work new belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys.

Install new belt into engine pulley grove.

Reconnect R.H. suspension arm and

secure with retainer spring.

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut “A" on brake

rod.

If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and turn nut “A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut “A". Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six {6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces sary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

With Parking Brake “Engaged”

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE

MOWER” in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of ail belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION-

Carefully work new bell down be

tween transaxle belt keepers and onto the input pulley.

Slide belt into the center span keeper.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

3. around the top groove of engine

pulley. Install belt through stationary idler and

4. clutching idler.

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5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep-

GfS*

6. Install mower (See “TO INSTALL

MOWER” in this section of manual).

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN

MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

^TTERY

^WARNING: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

■BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead

Battery

Fully Charged Battery

Retaining Ring

Axle

Cover

Square Key (Rear Wheel Only)

Washers

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REPLACING BATTERY

^WARNING; Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS

SEMBLY

Raise hood.

Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

When replacing hood, be sure to reconnect headlight wire connector.

Seat Pan

Temtinal

Cover'

Positive (Red) Cable

Keps

Nut

Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the gnil.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hoie in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys tems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establish ment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's sen/ice outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

Tfie throve control has been preset at the factory and adjustment sfKxrld not be nece^ary. Check adjustment as described below before loosenirig cable, if adjustment

is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. Wrth engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position.

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Check that holes “A” in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line-up. If holes "A” are not aliped, loosen damp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten damp screw securely.

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle w№ a limiter cap, which allows some ac^ustment within №e limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter c^. The limiter cap cannot be

removed w№out breaking the adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the factory

and adjustment should not be necessary.

However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate ter differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.

Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the

engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve

and the seat in carburetor may result if screw

is turned in too tight PREUMINARY SETTING-

1. A'r cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments.

Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING-

1. St£ut engine and allow to v\rarm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow position. With finger, rotate arte hold throttle lever against idle speed screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750

RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve

full travel dodcwise then counterclock wise until ermine nins rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those two

positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST-

4. Move terotde control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle mixture v^e out (counterclock wise)!^ turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not

adjust or damage may result

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factoy set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine abwe the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any tiecessary adjustments.

Idle Speed Screw

Throttle Lever

Idle Mixture

Valve with

Limiter

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STORAGE

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. AcauTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI NALS” in the Maintenance section of this manuai).

• After cleaning, ieave cables discon

nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUELSYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

1, Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

Page 28

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART; See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not “CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See “TO START ENGINP

in Operation section.

Wait several minutes

before attempting to start. Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See “To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check ail wiring.

7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other quaiified senrice center.

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but will not start

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Page 29

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power 1.

Cutting too much grass/too fast.

Throttle in “CHOKE” position.

Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Dirty air filter.

4. Low oil level/dirty oil.

Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuei filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Set in “Higher Cuf position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/repiace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/repiace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section.

15. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues

to run when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment clutch engaged

Poor cut- uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches

connections, if not contact a Sears or other qualified sen/ice center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified sen/ice center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

and

Page 30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual uniess directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

CAUSE

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped)

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Switch is “OFP.

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

Place throttle control in

“FAST position.

Shift to slower speed.

Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

Level mower deck.

Check tires for proper air

5. pressure.

Reptace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Replace mower drive belt. Reinstall blades sharp edge

9. down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Turn switch “ON”.

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not charge

Engine “backfires” when turning engine “OFF”

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Engine throttle control not set at “SLOW” position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Move throttle control to “SLOW” position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

Page 31

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION ancurr

OFF h№+A1

RUWLK3HT

RUN SMI

START

B.S + A1

“HAKE"

SMI A2-R.

NONE

NONE NONE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE UGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS. THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE; IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

HEADUGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

Page 32

ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

Page 33

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

KEY PART NO. NO.

1 163465 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

176669 Box Battery Fender

176138

16 21 175685 22 4152J Bulb, Ught 24

4799J 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

175158 Fuse

26 27 73510400

4207J Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12'

121305X Switch, Plunger

29 30 175566 33 140401 40 179720

71110408 42 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red 43 178861

140844 Adaptor Ammeter Rectangular

48 52 141940 90 180449

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Battery

Switch, Interlock Harness, Light Socket (includes 4152J)

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11*

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Switch, Ignition Key, Ignition Harness, Ignition

Bolt, Hex Head, Rn. 1/4-20 x VZ

Solenoid

Protection Wire Loop CoverTerminal Battery

Page 34

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

208

Page 35

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

CHASSES AND ENCLOSURES

KEY

NO.

2 3 5 155272 6 6 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 73510500 17 16

24 25 26 73800600 28 179777 29 30 31 33 34 35 37 38 51 52 53 144697 54 161464 55 144696 57 58 150127 145 205 206 170165 208 209 212 156494

- - 5479J

PART NO.

174620 Chassis 176554 17060612

174643X014 155138 168347X011 Dash

72140608

174996 145660 172105X010

74180512 159639X558 Hood Asm

126938X 74780616 19131312

150209X599 Lens Headli^t Bar Clear 169465X558 Fender 136619 179716X558 179717X558 Footrest Pnt Rh 72110606 17490508 175710

73800400

19091416

74780412

156524 17490608

17670608 17000612

DESCRIPTION

Drawbar Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4 Bumper Hood/Dash Saddle Sllcscr Rt LT Clip Retainer Slide-On

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16unc X 1 Panel Dash LH ClipTinnerman Grille PA. Panel SIkscr Dash RH Screw Mach TRHD 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc

Bumper Mood Bolt Rn Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5 Washer 13/32 X 13/16x12 Ga Nut Hex Lock W/lns. 3/8-16 Unc

Giille/LensAsm

Bracket Fender RepI 109873x Footrest Pnt Lh

Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x1/2 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear Nut Lock Hex w/lns 1/4-20 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. Bracket, Grille LH Screw Bracket, Grille RH BoH Hex 1/4-20 X 3/4 Air Duct P/L Rod Pivot ChassisAHood Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Screw thdrol 3/8-16 x М2 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 Insert Lens Reflective Plug Button BIk 359 Dia Choke

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 36

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

Page 37

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^58010

KEY PART NO. NO.

-j

146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 3 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20' tires 52 4

12000028 Ring Retainer #5100-62 5

121520X StrapTorque 30 Degrees 55 105709X 6 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 X 3/4 7

162240 Bracket Saddle Shift T/a 57 8

131679 RodShfSdILY/YTStrBIk

76020416

105701X Washer Plate 388 Sq Hole 62

19151216 Washer 15/32 X 3/4 x16ga

74550412 Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch 64

10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 65

74490544 Bolt Hex Rghd 5/16-18 x Gr. 5

74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 70 5

73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/lns. 3/8-16 Unc 75 121749X 21

106933X Knob Rd 1/2-13 Piste Thds 22 130804 24

73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 25

106888X Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 79 27

76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad 28

175765 Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt 112 29 71673 30

174973 Bracket Mig Transaxle 32

74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4 34

175578 Shaft/^m Pedal Foot Nibbed 35

120183X 36

19211616 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga 151 37

1572H Pin Roll 3/16 X r 38 179114 Pulley Composite Rat 39

74760648 Bolt Rn Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 3 Gr. 212 145212 5 41

175556 47

127783

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

T ransaxle Dana D4360-139

(Order parts from transaxle 49 Manufacturer) 50 74760624

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 Cad

Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840 77 123S83X

Cap Brake Parking

Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id

Keeper Beit Idler Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic

KEY PART

51 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 53 105710X Link Clutch 7 66 56 59 169691 Keeper Belt Centerspan

61 17120614 63 ire4io

66 154778 74 109502X 76 12000001 E-ring #5133-75 78 96 4497H Retainer Spring 1

113 116 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 X 1 119 19131016 Washer 13/32 X 5/8 x 16 Ga 120 73900600 150

170

202 72110614 Bolt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5 250

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch == 25.4 mm

154407 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring

73680500

17060620 Screw 3/8-16x1-1/4 160855 V’BeltQd Drive 9530

8883R Cover Pedal BIk Round 71170764

10040700 Washer Lock Hid Spr 7/16 134683 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH

121748X

222SM Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4

19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga 127285X

175456 19133210 Washer 13/32x2x lOGa. 178394

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X 3/4

Bellcrank Asm. Clutch Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc x1-1/2 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 Spring Return Clutch 6 75

Screw 3/8-16 X.875 Pulley Eng Cl Cable

Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr 5 Keeper Belt Engine FP Spacer >\xle

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x16 Ga Key Square 2 0 x 1845/1665

Washer 25/32 x1-5/8 x 16 Ga

Strap Torque LH LT

Nut Lock Rg 3/8-16 Spacer Retainer

Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear Nut Hex Range Lock

Page 38

STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

4 >

-r

-38 12

// 1

\ --"I<

H s

--------

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Page 39

STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

140044X428 Steering Wheel

175131 Axle Assembly 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H 6 121748X 7

19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8

12000029 9

3366R Bearing, Steering Column 10 175121 11

10040600 Washer, Lode 12 73940800 13 136518 15 145212 Hexfiange Lock 17 180641

26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag 28 19131416 29 17060612 30 76020412 Rn 32 130465 Rod, Tie 36 155099 37 152927 Screw 38 140045X428 Cap, Steering Wheel 39 19183812

7810H

40 41 100711L 42 145054X428 Boot, Steering 43 121749X 44 180460 46 121232X 47 6855M 51 73540400 54

71130420 65 160367 67

72140618 68 169827 71 175146 82

169835 85 133835 88

175118 Shoulder Bolt 91 175553 Clip Steering

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x 1*5/8 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip Draglink Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20

Spacer Bearing Axle Front Shaft Assembly, Steering Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, 3/8-16x3/4

Bushing, Steering

Washer 9/16x2-3/8 Gripco Nut Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Shaft Extension Steering Cap, Spindle Rtting, Grease Nut 1/4-28 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Spacer Brace Axle Bolt, Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4 Axle, Brace Steering Asm Bracket Susp Chassis Front Fasterrer Christmas T ree

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U. S. inches

1 inch a 25.4 mm

Page 40

ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

Page 41

ENGINE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

NO.

170551

17720408

3 4 137352 MufHer

13 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14

148456

16 11050600

169837 Shield Browning

23 29 137180 31 109202X 32 158990 Cap Asm Fuel 33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk 37 137040

148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

124028X Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line

40 44

17670412

17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16

45 46 19091416 62

10040500

72 71070512

78 17060620 81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Control Th/ch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine Briggs Model 287707-1259-El (Order parts from Engine Manufacturer)

Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Kit Spark Arrestor (Fiat Scrn) Tank Fuel Front 1 25

Line Fuel 20*

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hid Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4 Screw 3/8-16 X1-1/4

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 42

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

KEY

PART

NO. NO.

127427

140551

71110616

19131610

145006

73800600

124181X

17000616

19131614

182493

166369

121246X

DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pvt St Bolt Rn Hex 3/8-16urtc x 1

Washer Rat 13/32 x1 xIO Ga

Clip Push-In Hinged Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Screw 3/8-16 X 1

Washer 13^2 x 1 x 14 Ga

Pan Seat Knob Seat Acij. Wingnut

Bracket Mounting Switch

KEY PART NO. NO.

121246X

72050412

134300

121250X

123976X

171852

73800500

19171912

127018X

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 Inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht 1/4-20x1-1/2 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock 1/4 Lge RgGr5 Bolt ShkJ 5/16-18 Unc Nut Lock Hex W/lns 5/16-18

Washer 17/32 x1 -3/16x 12 Ga Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

Page 43

DECALS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

KEY

PART

NO.

177097

176675

171704

163204

145005

182166

172275

140837

159736

DESCRIPTION

Decal Lower Dash Decal Engine Decal Hood Decal Fender Decal Battery Danger Decal CutTinger CE .02 Decal Steering Decal Brake Parking Saddle Decal Chassis Hot Muffler

WHEELS AND TIRES

KEY PART NO.

NO.

145498 12 159737 13

146046 15 136832

- -

138311

- -

162598

- -

183210

183211

DESCRIPTION

Decal Fender Danger Decal, Clutch/Brake Eng Decal V-Belt Dr Sch tractor Decal V-Belt sch Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust (Lift Handle) Decal Draw Bar Load Umit Owner’s Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish

KEY PART NO. NO.

59192 65139

106222X

59904

106732X427

278H 9040H

DESCRIPTION

Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire FTs 15X60-6 Sen/ice Tube Front (Service Item Only) Rim Asm 6‘front White Service Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) Bearing Range (front Wheel

Only) 8 106106X427 Rim Asm 8"rear White Service 9 124635X Tire Rear

10 7152J Tube Rear (Service Item Only) 11 104757X428 Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 44

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

Page 45

LIFT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

KEY PART

NO. NO.

159460

159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5

19211621 6 120183X 7

125631X 8 122365X 11

139865 12

139866 13 4939M 15 173288 16

73350800 17

175689 18

73800800 19

139868

20 163552 31

169865

73540600

DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner W/plunger

Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc E Ring #5133^

Washer Pltd 21/32 X1 X 21ga

Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id Grip Handle Fluted BIk Button Plunger Red Unk Uft LH Unk Lift RH Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion BIk Zinc

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 UNC

Arm Suspension Rear

Retainer Spring Zinc Bearing Pvt Lift Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Page 46

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

Page 47

MOWER DECK

KEY

PART

NO. NO.

170280

72140506

138017

169970

4939M

178024

850857

10030600

140296

134148

137645

128774

110485X

174493

132827

73680500

137607

105304X

123713X

110452X

106736X428

19111016

106735X

173984

129963

153532

178342

131494

73680600

4497H Retainer, Spring

130840

133943

133840

165723

DESCRIPTION

MowerHousing Assembly Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Bracket Asm. Fram Sway Bar Bracket, Asm. Deck Sway Bar Retainer, Spring Bar Sway Deck Bolt, Hex 3«-24x1-1/4Gr8 Washer, Lock, Hid Sprg 3/8 Washer, Hard Blade Mower

Vented

Blade, Mower, Mulching 38* Shaft and Bearing Assembly (includes Key Number 15) Mandrel Housing, Vented Ball Beating, Ms^rel

Stripper, Mower, Vented

Bolt, Shoulder NuLCrownlock 5/16-18

Bracket, Mower Deflector Cap, Sleeve Spring, Deflector Nut, Push Shield, Deflector Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga Rod, Hinge Screw, Thdro Washer, Spacer Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Flangelock 9/16 Pulley, Idler, Rat Nut Crownlock 3/8-16

Brake Assembly

Washer Hardened

Idler Arm Assembly Spacer, Retainer

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^8010

KEY PART NO. NO.

149846 68 144200 69

76020312 66 7631J 87

128772

19111216

19131612

74930620

73930600 107

133502 108

133503 Stiffener, Idler Arm 109

74760640 110 142587 113

17060512 122

131289 123 169971 146 165891 148 169022 149 165898 150

19091216

151

169670

152

172758

153 169674 154

1696TO

155 169671 156 169672 157

169669 Rod Clutch

158

17720408

- -

130794

- -

171665

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inOT

DESCRIPTION

KrxX) Belt Pin, Cotter 3/32 X 3/4 Runner, LH Runner, RH Washer 11/32x3/4x 16Ga Washer 13/32 x 1 x 12 Ga Bo« 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 Nut Centerlock 3/8-16 Spacer, Retainer

Bott, Hex Head 3/8-16x2-1/2 Upstop Deck Front 38* Screw 5/16-18 X 3/4 Rod, Brake, LH Rod, Brake, RH Bo« Carriage Idler Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yeilow Zinc Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch 38 In Washer Rat 3/8’Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention Lever Spacer

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 X 1/2 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only-Pulley Not Included) Replacement Mower, Complete

= 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

DANA TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360-139

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

DANA TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360-139

KEY PART NO.

NO.

1 170981

2274J

134400

105904X

160940

138235

108727X

148266

148269 10 2225J 11

134793 12

148266 13

120415X 14

142674 15 170983 16

170986 17

105909X 18 10591 OX 19 160942 20

160943 21

148267 22

136236 23

73810500

142676 25 2244J 26 105916X 27

12047OX 28 110070X

29 142677 30

124644X 31

108980X 32

120406X 33

134796 34

134797 35 105925X 36 2228J 37

170987 38

174255 39 124639X

40 120472X

DESCRIPTION

Housing, Upper

Screw, Tapping, t/4-20 X

.734 Ball, Detent Spring, Detent Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X

.482 Assy, Kit, Shifter V-Ring

Bearing, Flange

Seal, Oil

Ring, Retaining Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft

Bearing, Flange Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X .046

Key, Woodruff, No. 9 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft

Pinion, Bevel, 12T

Ring, Retaining

Chain, 24 Pitches

Cover, Detent

Gear, Spur, 1 2T

Collar, Clutch Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys

Nut, Lock, 5/16-24

Shaft, Intermediate

Key, Woodruff, No. 61

Ring, Retaining

Sprocket, 1 8T

Spacer, 1. 131 X 1.45 X

.494

Gear, Spur, 37T

Gear, Spur, 30T

Gear, Spur, 25T

Gear, Spur, 22T

Gear, Spur, 1 9T

Spacer, 1. 133 X 1.50 X

.375 Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37

X .061 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00

X .046 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00

X .031 Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T &

30T

Shaft, Idler

Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755

KEY PART NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

41 105928X 42

170988 Gear, Bevel, 36T

134394 * Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft

120473X 45 142678 Gear, Spur, 12T 46 124641 X Gear, Spur, 20T 47

106589X Gear, Spur, 25T 48 120408X Gear, Spur, 28T 49

105937X Gear, Spur, 31T

105936X Spacer, .781 X 1.00 X .375

2226J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00

52 134401 53 2264J

160946 55 170990 56

160948 Ring, Retaining 57

110071X Gear, Spur, 32T 58

120952X Shaft, Cross 59

170991 Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Idler 60

160950 Axle, RH 61

170992 Housing, Lower 62 7294J 63 106989X 64 160952 65 120954X Pin, Dowel 66

160953 Screw, Tapping, 5/16-18 X 67 138244

68 108996X Washer, Plain, .321 X 1.00 69 160954

70 12095IX 71

174256 72

120416X Grease NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm * Use in various combinations to maintain

proper clearances. * * Order Key No. 15. * * * Silicone Sealant to be applied between

Upper and Lower Housings (use Loctite Ultra Gray Siiicone 5699 or equivaient).

Sprocket, 9T

Shaft, Drive

X .060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain, .758 X 1.25 X .031

Axle, LH

Gear, Miter, T, Spllned

Disc, Brake Spacer, Brake Puck Jaw, Brake

2.35 Lever, Actuating

X .055 Bracket, Anti-Rotation Puck, Friction Washer, Anti Rotation

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-El

•k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-El

968

967

13lJ ^

130 (?)

95 t?

987 0

93^

975

98 1

692

276 (g>

1127 %

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.258010

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1

732^

I 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS

851

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^8010

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-El

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

634AJ3 634^ 117*5

105§

i!H^ 51

117A

105AJ

NIKKI

108B

231A _

633cP

133A| 104A^

975A

1127A|I

137A

276A o

947A

369

121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

276A©

127A

231A(E?

137a(3

^ 104a/

iosaJ

987A©

117AÌ

0 "O

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^58010

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-El

KEY PART

NO. NO.

496412

399265

391086

4 494238

691165

273280 •+

495735

27803

10 691666 11

691328 692226

692406 692405 690360

690946

690136

291675

22 692125

693557

23 24 222698

499284

499288 499292

495979 495854

495852

495851 495855 691299

498319

498320

692419

499940 692852

32 33 495856

495857

691279

37 690456

691752

691968

690564

45 46 692421

496050

48 50 690193

51 692137*

690227

53 54

691148

73 690492

691655 75 690582 78 690661 93 690602 94

498030 94A

695425 95 691636 0 95A 690718 98 495800

98A 695408

104

690525 0 104A 694918 0

231855

105 105A 694922

691780

106

DESCRIPTION Cylinder Assembly

Ktt-Bushing/Seal

•

Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) Sump-Engine Head-Cylinder Gasket-Cylinder Head Breather Assembly

•

Gasket-Breather Screw (Breather Assembly) Tube-Breather

•

Gasket-Crankccise (.015 Thick. Std)

•

Gasket-Crankcase (.005 Thick)

•

Gasket-Crankcase (.009 Thick) Screw (Cylinder Head) Plug-Oil Drain Crankshaft

•

Seal-Oil Screw (Crankcase Cover) Flywheel Key-Fiywheel Piston Assembly (Standard) Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.] Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.j

Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.] Ring Set-Piston (Standard) Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.S.’ Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S. Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S. Lock-Piston Pin Pin-Piston (Standard) Pin-Piston (.020 O.S.) Rod-Connecting (Standard) Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) Screw (Connecting Rod)

Valve-Exhaust

Valve-Intake Spring-Valve (Intake) Spring-Valve (Exhaust) Guard-Flywheel Retainer-Valve Slinger-Govemor/Oil Tappet-Valve Camshaft

Short Block (311707-0028El Replacement Engine) Manifold-Intake

+ Gasket-Intake

Stud (Carburetor) Screw (Intake Manifold) Screen-Rotating Screw (Rotating Screen) Washer (Flywheel) Screw (Flywheel (juard) Bushing-Throttle Shaft Kit-Idle Mixture Kit-Idle Mixture Screw (Throttle Valve)

Screw (Throttle Valve) KIt-ldle Speed Kit-Idle Speed Pin-Float Hinge Pin-Float Hinge Valve-Float Needle

0 0

Valve-Float Needle

Seat-Inlet

KEY PART NO. NO.

108 690464 108A 692344 108B 695419

117 692408 0

692411

117A 695415 0

695416 0

121 690191 121A 695427 125 690194

125A

695005 0

127 127A

690727 0 691750

130

695418

130A

131

494379

131A

695421

133

494381

133A

695914

137

281165 0Ф 695426 0t

137A 141

495097 141A 495931 141B

695420 142

692412 0 146

691639 167

692297 176

691917 • 186

692317 187

691050 188

691693

192

691986

202

691641 209

692208

216

691840 217

695409

222

694042 691374

227 231

691636 0

231A

690716 0

232

691842

238

691843

240

394358 691024

265 267

695134

RPM Settings:

• Included In Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

0 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121 and 121A

f Included In Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. Q77 and 977A

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 Inch s 25.4 mm.

DESCRIPTION Valve-Choke

(Manual Choke) Valve-Choke

(Choke-A-Matic) Valve-Choke Jet-Main (Standard) Jet-Main (High Altitude) Jet-Main (Standard) Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

(Walbro)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

(Nikki)

Carburetor Carburetor (Nikki) (Service with Walbro Carburetor)

Plug-Welch

Valve-Throttle Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throttle Shaft

Roat-Carburetor Roat-Carburetor Gasket-Float Bowl Gasket-Float Bowl

Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke) Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke-A-

Matic)

Kit-Choke Shaft

Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing Air Cleaner Stud Seal

O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner)

Connector-Hose

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Link-Mechanical Governor

Spring-Governor

Lfnk-Choke

Spring-Choke Return

Bracket-Control

Control Lever-Governor

Screw (Choke Valve)

Spring-Governor Link

Cap-valve

Filter-Fuel

Clamp-Casing

Screw (Casing Clamp)

Low Speed: 1900-2100 High Speed: 3000-3200

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-El

KEY PAFtT

NO. NO. 276

692255 0t

276A

695410 0t

287

691002

304

690844 690960

305 306

690499

307

691003

309

693551

310

690323 497608

311 333

495859

334

691061

337

491055 693675

344 358

691580

363

19203 695422

369

89838

383 404

691691 496894

445

691173

455 462

691261

467

691668

474

691063 691532

503 505

691251

510

693699

513

692024

523

692014

524

281370 •

525

691398

544

692034

552

491986

562

691119

579 691029 601 95162 614 691620 616 692012 617 692138 •

633 695414 634 690801 0

634A 690802 0 635

691909

668

691323

691

692407

692

690572

697

690372

711

690703

718

690959

727

490324

729

691335

729A

691224

732

691002

733

691658

741

691284

757

691714

758

692423

759

691239

761

691096

783

693713

789

692037

789A

695050

DESCRIPTION Sealing Washer

Sealing Wcisher Screw (Dipstick Tube) Housing-Blower Screw (Blower Housing) Shield-Cylinder Screw (C/ylinder Shield) Motor-Starter Screw (Starter Motor) Brush Set Armature-Magneto Screw (Armature Magneto) Spark Plug Screw (Cable Clamp) Engine Gasket Set Flywheel Puller Spring-Float Bowl Wrench-^ark Plug Washer ((Governor Crank) Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge Cup-Flywheel Washer (Starter Cable) Knob-Air Cleaner Alternator Strap-Starter Nut (Governor Control Lever) Drive-Starter Clutch-Drive

Dipstick

Seal-Dipstick Tube Tube-Dipstick Armature-Starter Bushing-Governor Lever Bolt (Governor Control

Lever) Nut (Starter Cable)

Clamp-Hose

Pin-Cotter Crank-Governor 0-Ring Seal (Intake Manifold) Seal-Choke/Throttie Shaft Seal-Spring Assembly

(Manual Choke) Seal-Spring Assembly

(Choke-A-Matic)

Boot-Spark Plug Spacer Seal-Governor Shaft Spring-Detent

Screw (Drive Cap)

Screw (Carburetor Shield)

Pin-Locating

Cover-Starter Drive

Clip-Wire

Clip-Wire Screw (Starter Drive Cover)

Screw (Flywheel) Gear-Timing

Link-Cou nterweight Counterweight

Pin-Counterweight Screw (Counterweight) Gear-Pinion

Harness-Wiring

KEY PART NO. NO.

797

693167

801

691429

802

691286 693757

803 830

691095

842

691870

847

496415

851

692424

868

690968

871

690969 694942

875 877

393456

883

692236 690960

914

691058

934 947

497672

947A

695423

967

272043

968

691916

971

692129

495933

975

695417

975A

690192

977 977A 695428 987 691326

987A 690998 996 690678

1005 695056 1006 690452 1019 496758 1022 272475 1023 691192 1026 692003

692011 1029 691751 1034 690822 1036 695700 1051 691265 1058 274789 1090 691293 1091 691333 1095 691581 1119 691183 1127 691657 1127A695407

RPM Settings:

• Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358 0 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121 and 121A

T Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977 and 977A

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm.

DESCRIPTION

Nut (Bmsh Retainer) Cap-Drive Cap-End

Housing-Starter Stud (Rocker Arm)

Dipstick/Tube Seal

Dipstick/Tube Assembly Terminal-Spark Plug

Seal-Valve

Bushing-Guide

Base-Arr Cleaner Wire-Connector/Altemator

Gasket-Exhaust

Screw (Rocker Cover)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

Solenoid-Fuel

Filter-Pre Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

Bowl-Float

Set-Carburetor Gasket

(Walbro)

Set-Carburetor Gasket

(Nikki)

Seal-Throttle Shaft

Carburetor Shield

Fan-Flywheel Retainer-Fan Kit-Label

•+

Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker

Rod-Push (Intake)

Rod-Push (Exhaust) Arm-Rocker Guide-Push Rod

Label-Emissions

Retainer-Brush Owner's Manual

Retainer-Brush Cap-Limiter Valve Gasket Set

Screw (Alternator)

Screw (Float Bowl)

Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Page 56

SERVICE NOTES

Page 57

SERVICE NOTES

Page 58

SERVICE NOTES

Page 59

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

l,VI^Wl*VVHrt,H,VI, >VI,tVW<,VV»VWW H,VtVVW.vCW.

WARNING; To avoid «erious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of siopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns graduaiiy to prevent

tipping or ioss of controi. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on siopes.

1. Foid this page aiong dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in №e direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night (U.S A orty)

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For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manucds

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Craftsman 917.258010 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

917.258010

CAUTION:

1-800-659-5917

INSTALL SEAT

TO TRANSPORT

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

TO ADJUST BRAKE

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

STORAGE

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine clicks but will not start

SCHEMATIC

ELECTRICAL

GROUND DRIVE

STEERING

STEERING

ENGINE

DECALS

MOWER DECK

NIKKI

183210 3.21.02 TR