L BER 917.259547 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly o Operation ®Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments . Repair Parts For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am o 5 pm, Mon - Sat CAUTION: Read and follow mUlllllllllll all safety rules and instructions IIII before operating IIIII this equipment.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. i. • • • • • • • • , ° • • • • ° GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting, Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
PRODUCT SPECIIFICATBONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. it has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................ 4 ASSEMBLY ...'............................................................. 7-9 OPERATION ...........................................................
ACCESSORmES A ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retailoutlets and service centers when the tractorwas purchased.. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE GAS CAN ENGINEOIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS % PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.
CONTENTS Parts Bag contents OF HARDWARE PACK shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Seat Steering Wheel (1) Large Flat Washer (t) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Boot @ (1) Hex Bolt 5/t6-18 x 1-1/4 Video Cassette Mulcher Plate (1) Locknut 5/16-18 t Manual (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Lock Washers #_ i i,ii ii ,ll i Parts Bag , i , , Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge x2)7/8 Washers x 14 Gauge 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x t (2) Shoulder Bolts Wheels (1) Shoulder Bo
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes° To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely,, Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier_ Standard wrench sizes are listed.
BLY - Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut,. Tighten securely.. • Close battery box door,, Open battery box door for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hardware),, • Inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery° • Jumping (if required)., Periodic charging. _ SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT ISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS LOCK HEX WASHER t LARGE FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT BOLT FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHER FIG.
ASSEMBLY i , IIIq"lH'_Hqll "_ql_l GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING I' I "11'1 "1 '_ L DEFLECTOR SHIELD 3!8-16 LOCKNUT SHOULDER BOLT 318" WASHER GAUGE WHEEL' FIG. 5 INSTALL MULCHER 7) - LATCH HOOKS PLATE (See Figs. 6 and FIG. 7 Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. TO CONVERT TO BAGGING DISCHARGING NOTE" Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.. • Tighten hardware securely_ .
OPERATION ............................... ......................... iii i These symbols may appear on your' tractoror in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning_ A =. t BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED I",.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswithyour tractorto familiarize yourselfwith the locations ofvarious controlsand adjustments_Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER _-\\< ,' ,. ATTACHMENT IGNITION LIGHT CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSITION SWITCH . " " t .. .
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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
OPEBATn TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) • 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° o ° Select desired height of cut. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control,, • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal,.
OPERATION IIIIIIIIW Illllllllllllllll TO START ENGINE (See I Ill II Fig. 9) 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. I Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake° = Place gear shift lever' in neutral (N) position° ° ° Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. Move throttle control to choke position. ......................
i i CUSTOMER .... RESPONSmBULmTmES i MAINTENANCE ,, _ _ILI'H ' SCHEDULE i ..... _,_ Check Brake Operation 6/ 64# 6/ Check Tire Pressure _ IT check forLo0se 6#€, R A Sharpeni'Repiace Fasteners Mower Blades IC Lubrication !T Check Ba,ttery LeveltRecharge i0 Clean Battery and Terminals .......................... II '11' IIIIU ........................ _ _'_/_ _ _ I1'"' II III I ........ :: ........ I ....... _ _,_'_.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .............................................. iii ILIIIIIIIIEIIIIJlIII i i TRACTOR TO SHARPEN Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenanceo Care should be {aken to keep the blade balanced_ An unbalanced blade willcause excessive vibrationand eventual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
i ,ml, iLmm ,ram I "1'1'1,I'1'ira, m,ll,ml,i, I "1 ml ,,n,,_",_l,m,mmn, CUSTOMER iml,,mi, _ Im IBmLITHES V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary.
,,,,,,, ,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,, ,, ,, ,,,, ......................................... i,i CLEAN AIR SCREEN i I I I Jlll II ILl IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII II (See Fig. 16) (See I , , i AREAS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
CUSTOMER RESPON ILITmES ,llr_lllH,,,l_lllll ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER _ i, i (See Fig. 18) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......... CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Q e e Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig.
i _ illll i ,111 ,,i ill_l,JJJ ullll_l_l i _ ,,lllllll .......... n,n,,,,_llU iiii I _' '1 SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS llllllllmu ,i ,, TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools° Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See 'q'O REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys,.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS i ,,,i,_,111,_11,11,,i ........................ i HI,I, i, _H ,,l_lltll,_,_111,111,1,_111,1 TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE JUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 and 28) AND AD- TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 29) • • The transaxle should be in neutral when the gearshift lever is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: = Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). ° Loosen two !ocknuts on tie rod.
SE AND ADJUSTMENTS l lll iiii ii illllll TO REPLACE NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL llllqWl,lll i,=l ........................ FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse° The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 31) • Raise hood._ ° Unsnap headlight wire connector_ ° Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides,tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. ° To replace, reverse above procedures.
,,i,l,i ...... i,i ,,llllll ii , ,,i, i,,,,i,, SERVICE AND ADJU rl,r, i ,ll, ,,i ,i,i,,i,,i,,i'ill II "ll ' ENGI1NE TO ADJUST ACCELERATION THROTTLE CONTROL o CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment shouldnot be necessary,. Check adjustment as described below before looseningcable_ If adjustment is necessary', proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control tever from slow to choke position..
iiiilllllllll ill illllllll : =:: : = STORAGE ENGINE immediately prepare your' tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more, FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.
TFIOUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Will not start 1 Out of fuel, Engine not"CHOKED"properly. Engine flooded Bad spark p_ug,, Dirty air filter,, Dirty fuel filter, Water in fuel, 9,, Loose or damaged widng. Carburetor out of adjustment.. 10 Hard to start CORRECTION CAUSE 2, 3 4., 5, 6, 7,, Fi]I fuel tank, 2, 3. 4, 5, 6, See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section, Wait several minutes before attempting to start_ Replace spark plug, Clean/replace air filter, Replace fuel filter 7.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged I, Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1, Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - uneven 1. 2, 3. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 SCHEMATIC I (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) @ _) ¢ PLUG SPARK GAP (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) 28 VOLTS; AC MIN, @ ;3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED) IGNITION POSITION OFF RUN/LIGHT RUN START SWITCH CIRCUIT G+ M + L B+ L B + L B+L+S "MAKE" NONE A + Y NONE NONE NOTE "YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 29 28 58 12 53 31 14 11_ .
REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259547 DRIVE 57 31 88 87 86 1 81 72 116 61 _82 56 88 64 65 58 18 5 87 121 21 51 )i.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 DRIVE KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 13 14 15 t8 19 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 4t 42 47 48 49 50 51 PART NO. ........
REPAIR PARTS TRACTORSTEERING - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 SEAT ASSEMBLY . i I i J t 1 I l I i Ii 5 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 140122 140551 STD523710 19131610 145006 8TD5414-37 124181X 17490616 19131614 155925 121246X 12 t 248X 72050412 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-in Hinged Nut Spring, Seat Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1 Washer' 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn..
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 DECALS 13 9 2 6 3 7 7 4 i 10 2O 8 21 12 13 14 KEY NO. PART NO. '1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 156368 150333 160280 160281 12-113-55 133644 149407 156787 146709 156439 146046 WHEELS KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, 13 14 20 21 ------ Oper. Instr. Cap Cnsmr Help Line Hood, R..Ho Hood, L.H..
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 ENGINE KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 147025 177204t0 ._ ..... 4 14 15 16 23 29 31 32 33 35 37 38 137350 13280328 132003OO STD551231 156123 13718O 109202X 158990 123487X 17490512 137040 ....... 40 44 124028X 1749O412 46 62 77 79 80 81 19091416 STD551!3I 19101216 M740108025 74760508 128861 DESCRIPTION Control, Throt Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No..
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,259547 MOWER LIFT KEY NO, PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE 20 - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259547 - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122 2t 22 9 24 25 31 27 t0 11= 36 53 54 47 4B 9 _9 62 46
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL - - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.259547 4360-122 KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO, NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917,259547 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER AIR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING PS-41567 AND BAFFLES _4 15 8 __4 t4 _5 6_o 8_@ ! I ! i _9 12 9 1 CRANKSHAFT 1 .-r::=:-z_'ls 0"'16 tLt lO-r 13 2 _..
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, NUMBER TYPE AIR INTAKE KEY PART NO. NO. 12-743-05 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 25-341-02 !2-096-24 12-083-08 12-100-01 X-25-63 12-083-05 t2-313-04 t2-094-12 10 11 12-072-05 12-086-01 12 t2-041-02 917.259547 NUMBER PS-41567 ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 19,..._ 14 21 23 2 / 33 32 31 / 3O CYLINDER HEAD, 28 VALVE AND BREATHER ..................................
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL - - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, NUMBER TYPE 917.259547 NUMBER PS-41567 FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE IGNITION - MODEL / ELECTRICAL - - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, NUMBER TYPE 917.259547 NUMBER PS-41567 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION ! ,! 17 ,...? 11 \ _10 13 __..
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259547 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER IGNITION / ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART NO. NO. KEY PART NO. NO.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE _.CUT o. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. I 15 ° MAX. i1,11111111 iiiiiiiHI I _ IIIIIIII1'111 ' HII 'l'llllll _| _ _| _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
CRAFTSMAN+ OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.259547 15.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number., Each engine has its own model number_ The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under' the seat. The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine.
