SE/ NRS CRAFTS MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 ® OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating 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. L ,, ,, ,, • ,, ,, ,, ,, ,, • • • ,, • • 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.
CONGRATULATgONS on your purchase of a Sears 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 your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center!Department Department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 17-19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................. :_........ :........ 4 INDEX ............................................................................ 4 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........................................
J= ACCESSORI ATTACH These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER E_LADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK s = Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Hex Bolt , 3/8-16 x 1 Seat Video Cassette (1) Large Flat Washer [1) HexBolt 5/16-18x (!) Lockwasher 1-1/4 (1)kocknut 3/8 Steering Wheel Mulcher Plate 5/16-18 Steering Boot (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Manual (1) FJex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 Pa_s Bag Parts bag contents (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16.
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembied 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.
ASSEMBLY o Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely. Close terminal access doo?s. Use terminal access doors for: The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. - • Inspection for secure connections ware). • Inspection for corrosion. = Testing battery. , Jumping (if required). , Periodic charging.
LY iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 5 & 6) Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. SHIELO_ NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
OPERATIO These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize you rself with the Jocationsof various controls and adjustments. this manuaJ for future reference. CHOKE LIGHT SWITCH POSiTiON IGNITION SWITCH AMMETER Save UFTLEVER PLUNGER CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCHLEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER APPROX. SPEED 3 MPH 2MPH 1MPH FiG.
OPERATIC result F '_'_ in severe eye The operation _ or performing spectacles or lllillm damage. Always glasses or eye shieldsinto while your of any tractor canwear safety in foreign objects thrown the operating eyes, which cantractor result any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO USE THRO'I-rLE CONTROL (See Fig, 8) TO SET PARKING Always operate engine at full throttle.
OP _._ : ATION NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractoron a truckor atrailer, be sure hood is closed and secu red to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the dischaCAUTION:Do not operate the mower rge guard in place. "ENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" • POSITION \ ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER NIGH POSiTiON HEIGHT ADJUSTNENT KNOB ___:'::_.
OPERATION PURGETRANSMISSION TO START ENGINE (See 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. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. , Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. ° Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.
=n OPERATION u MOWING TiPS MULCHING - Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER the Service and Adjustments section of The left hand side of mower should be ming. ,, ,, = Drive so that that has been tractor. This clippings and best mowing HOUSING" in this manual. used for trim- clippings are discharged onto the area cut.
l CUSTO R PeN ES iW. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE 3_SERVICE DATES 1 i Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners R A C T 0 R Sharpen!Replace Lubrication Check Mower Blades Chart _v' v' Battery Level/Recharge v" Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle ' Cooling i IV, i ] Adjust Blade Be!t(s) Tension Adjust Check Engine Change - I ! I v, lv, Oil Level Engine i Oi.
CUSTOM RESPO ILiTiES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. Care should be taken to keep the biade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). ,, Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES w After oil has drained completery, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. 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. TRANSAXLE o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. [30 not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.
CUSTOMER R P ;IBILITIES MUFFLER KNOB Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS PLATE Replace spark plugs 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" on page 3 of this manual FOAM iN-LINE FUEL FBLTER (See Fig. 18) Thefue{ filter should be replaced once each season.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION" ° * * = , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch!brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control 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 CLUTCH MOWER (See Fig.
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) _MPORTANT: 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. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).
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SERVICE A TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOUTHINKTHEENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENTAND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. (See Figs.
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 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. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE.
TRO PROBLEM CAUSE Wil! not start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. .8, 9, 10. Hard to start BL OOTING POINTS CORRECTION Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug, Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Waterin fuel, property. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment, 1, Fill fuel tank. 2, 3, 4. 5. 6. 7, See q-O START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter, Replace fuel filter.
TROUBLESHOOTI PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves sea with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety Poor 1. 2. cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight{s) not working (if so equipped} Battery witl not charge Loss of drive POINTS presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 SCHEMATIC RED BLACK O gb _ARL) ........ I I ,. RED FUSE 30 AMP. FED STARTER BLACK frO,O; ........._ I )G WHITE -I I ! L ("')- fl ..... " J SOLENOID I (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) f I I SWITCH I I I /77 1 i r k , BLACK t- 'q I I BLACK T I BLACK GROUNDING CONNECTOR IF METER (OPTIONAL) BLACK (_ I IGNITION UNIT TWIN CYL. ENGINES) CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 3 AMP _ @ 360,0 RPM 28 VOLTS AC MIN.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = o MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 AND ENCLOSURES 28 58 12 31 2 55 /.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS = - MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 20 23 25 26 28 29 30 31 37 38 39 51 52 53 54 55 57 58 60 64 71 74 140 142 143 144 145 147 PART NO. 159527 140356 17490612 STD551025 155272 150156X011 STD533710 155927 145660.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258572 ENGINE 2 15 17 5 1S 32 31 © / 3g 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester 4O
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUM BER 917°258572 ENGINE KEY NO. 1 2 3 PART NO. 151273 17720410 .......
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER = - MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 LIFT 25 24 23 8/ ! i / i i' I 5 49 I I" I' i'....
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER == MODEL NUMBER 917,258572 LIFT KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 49 50 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 139865 139866 STD624008 127218 , 73350800 130171 73800800 139868 STD624008 110807X 19131016 2876H 76020308 126971X 73350600 138057 150233 140302 73540600 145212 110452X DESCRiPTiON Wire Asm, Inner/Sprg w/Plunger Shaft Asm. Lift Pin Groove E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32xl x21Ga.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER -= MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER == MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 DECK KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 ASSEMBLY \ \ i 5 21 J KEY NO. 1 -2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.258572 DECALS 6 1 7 7 17 22 19 14 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 10 11 13 14 15 17 PART NO. 156439 156810 151299 151300 133644 150927 146709 150333 156811 146046 147138 136832 156798 WHEELS 13 KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE =_ MODEL NUMBER - MODEL NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE =- MODEL NUMBER = MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 17 18 19 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Housing, Lower Assembly, Upper Housing Seal, Lip Ring, Wire Retaining Ring, Retaining Bearing, Shaft Ball Bearing, Cradle Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 1.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON 24 = - MODEL NUMBER ENGnNE = MODEL NUMBER 868_ 634A 917.258572 42E707_ TYPE NUMBER 1631=01 @4o 3s 552A ® 615 _t_ __ 413_ _:_3 615 .
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE = - MODEL - MODEL NUMBER NUMBER 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRiGGS & STRATTON = = MODEL NUMBER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER 42E707, 917.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRiGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - = MODEL NUMBER - MOD1=L NUMBER .917.258572 421=707, TYPE NUMBER 1631 =01 22 9__ 8A I 881 9 10A 10 _" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO.
REPAIR PARTS BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO. TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER - MODEL 42E707, 917.258572 TYPE NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO.
SERVICE 56 OTES
SERVICE NOTES 57
SERVICE 58 NOTE_
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING ONLY RiDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HiLL _ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS SKY LINE OR TREE. LEVEL WiTH 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than !5°), never across the face. Make turns gradu= ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
£RAFTZMAN® S ,4RS OWNER'S MANUAL 19.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.258572 Each tractor has its own model number. its own model number. Each engine has The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat. -[he model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine.
