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MODEL NUMBER 917.258555
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OWNER'S MANUAL
®Assembly
o Operation
oCustomer Responsibilities
- Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER
ASSISTANCE
HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-659-5917
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  • Page 1 /:IN° MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 OWNER'S MANUAL ®Assembly o Operation oCustomer Responsibilities - Service and Adjustments o Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIII...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THiS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH_ IlL CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION •...

  • Page 3: Customer Responsibilities 3

    RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricatedand tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in mater_ator workmanship._...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............10-15 SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 16-19 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........4 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-47 INDEX ................
  • Page 5 ACCESSOFI AND ATTACHMENTS ..... lltt.rlt_l,ll ttttltl These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor_ ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF i tlntit ttll UitltU ....IlJl Itllt I I tl tt tltt tttttttt Ilttl Parts Bag contents shown full size ]lll]t]tlt ..i,tttt (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Seat Steering Wheel Mulcher Plate (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Video...

  • Page 7: Connecting

    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...
  • Page 8 Open battery box door for: SEAT • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware). ° Inspection for corrosion. SEAT PAN ° Testing battery° ° Jumping (if required)° SHOULDER ° Periodic charging.. BOLT DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS LOCK WASHER __S_ FLAT LARGE FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 9 DEFLECTOR SHIELD BRACKET LOCKNUT SHOULDER BOLT GAUGE WHEEL FIG. 5 LATCH HOOKS INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 FIG. 7 and 7) TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. DISCHARGING NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting Simply remove mutcher plate and store in a safe place.
  • Page 10 These symbols may appear' on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R EVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE OFF ENGINE ON OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL. CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 11 ......i,_lll_ll_l ....i,r ....iml,,llll i i1,,,,,,, ,i i i i, OPEBATmO IllIHIH, IHHmlll ,..... I,Ill"ll"ll'"ll'l I' mHll KNOW YOUR 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.
  • Page 12 OPERATION ........iiiii ..../llll, ........... 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 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 13 ,,,i,,,j_,,i,_Jl,,,,i i ,i,i1,11, i i, i1,1, i, k ..I'1'1'1'1'11'1'111 OPERATIC TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 8 and 11) Your tractoris equipped with an operator presence sensing When pushing or towingyour tractor,be sure to disengage switch.
  • Page 14 ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) Fitl fuel tank_ Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded ° When engine starts, allowengine to runwiththe throttle gasolinewith a minimum of 87 octane, (Use of leaded control in the choke position until the engine runs gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits roughly,then move throttle controlto fast position, This and reduce vatve life).
  • Page 15 OPERATI NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of ° Do not mow grass when it is wet.. Wet grass will plug ddve wheels. The air isbeing removed from hydraulicdrive mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing,.
  • Page 16 RESPONSIBI MA,.TE.ANCE SCHEOU'E AS YOU COMPLETE o'_. R.-" ._O_ /__._ERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation : I/ ....Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners _##7 Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxte Cooling Adjust Blade Be!!(s) Tenslon ..t_'s ......
  • Page 17 ,i i,,,,,,i , i ....,i ,1111_,,1111,,,i,1,111 ii1,1 i,i ,i,_ 'll'U"'111'1 I '_' i,,,11 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITI _[iiiijllllll ....Jl' i1_ i 1,1,11, • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding TRACTOR wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.. Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte- •...
  • Page 18 iiil,_,,_,,,,,,,,,_ , ,_, ,, BILiTIE ,,ittl,t,tttll,t tt t,tll,, t Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and COVER KNOB clean. AIR CLEANER COVER WING NUT Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air' or' high pressure sprayer to clean FOAM cooling fins.
  • Page 19 i1_111_11,1, L II III'IM'I',,', II Ill ......... CUSTOME BILITIES ........... • i ill ,,,,, ,., ..... i,iil,l,i , ii, CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 17) MUFFLER Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 20 ....... illlllllllllll illi i, :l i, L,,/IJ/,,IIIIIIIII ...... AND ADJUSTMENTS iiu iiiiii ... II I....CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ° Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. ° Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. °...
  • Page 21 i JillUII'II' I I[LII TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE, tF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT tS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual).
  • Page 22 ....ii ii HI'N", SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ....TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 25) NUT "A" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.. Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 23 ADJUSTMENTS ....IHHl'Hm TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Figs. 28 and 29) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted as follows: •...
  • Page 24 RVICE AND ADJUSTM TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL (See Fig. 30) • Btock up axle securely, Remove axle cover, retaining ringand washers toallow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not Jose). • Repair tire and reassemble°...
  • Page 25 ADJUSTMENTS SERVmCE AND i=,l =l,=,ll,n In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixtureoTurningthe adjusting needlesout (counter- clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving HOOD a richer fuel/air mixture°...

  • Page 26: Engine Oi

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,...
  • Page 27 II'H'HI' i, ,i L_H_'II' I !_ ]J 11111111111111111111111 ..TROUBL POINTS II !11iii I I1111[I]_1 I_ CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Fill fuel tank, Outof fuel Will not start 2_ See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section., Engine not "CHOKED" pmpedy., Wait several minutes before attempting to start Engine flooded, Bad spark pfug., Replace spark plug,...
  • Page 28 OTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1,, Check widng, switches and connectionm If not Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service canted when operator' leaves sea! with attachment clutch department, engaged ..,,,,,, , ,,,,,,,, Poor cut - uneven 1_ Worn, bent or loose blade.

  • Page 29: Seat

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258555 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK ,©,51 WHITE SOLENOID nE__2__o CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) ,,,,,, SWITCH ..,"'__L) ..<,_7--- , _7 ("_ ATT'MENT CL-UT(_H_7 ___, , _, ,_...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144926 Battery 12 Volt 30 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD541025 109238X Tube, Plastic, 12'+ 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 109596X Clamp, Hose 153664 Switch, t+nter]ockPush-In...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 52 55...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 150156X01t Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 318-16 x UNC x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LoH.
  • Page 34 .. _OOP..L _U_SE_ 9_7.25S5"55...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 140312 Keeper, Center Span Peerless Modei 205-026B 17490612 Screw Thdrol, 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty TT Cover, Pedal 146682 Spring, Return Brake 8883R Pulley, Engine 121520X Strap Torque 140186...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258555 STEERING ASSEMBLY ....
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, L,H. 157473 Spindle Assembly, Roll. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x !-5/8 x t6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 140551 121250X Bracket, Pivot, Seat Spring 123976X STD523710 Bolt Locknut, Flange t/4 Grade 5 19131610 153236 Washer' 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 145006 STD541431...
  • Page 39 Decal, Lift Handle 156787 154515 Pad Footrest LH STLT Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 154516 Pad Footrest RH STLT 146709 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 160754 156439 Decal, Fender Danger Owner's Manual, English 142341 160755 Decal, Drawbar Cntd Mvt Hyd Lt Owner's Manual, Spanish...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester .---35...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 147025 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV15S-41526 137350 Muffler 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237 Washer...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 MOWER LIFT 25 24...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 MOWER DECK 74" 45" .78 '" 105"...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 144200 V-Belt STD624008 Retainer Spring...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 205-026B ®..- 71A _,T.-'BBA MODEL andl SERIAL NUMBERS HERE...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 205-026B REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 790075 Brake Disc 790007 Brake Pad Plate 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) 786026 Dowel Pin 792076A Flat Washer 41B 790085 Brake Lever 792073A Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 Ai::R , ,T_KE I..BAFFLES I BLOWER HOUSING _--2 6_m_ 13-% 11 -- __10 CRANKSHAFT g "'16...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 AIR INTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12-743-05 Kit, Air Cleaner 12-079-07 Linkage, Choke (Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 12) I2-237-01 Clamp, Cable 25-341-02...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,258555 KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 FUEL SYSTEM 20-- 16__,_ 31 / CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER...

  • Page 51: Carburetor

    REPAHR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12-351-01 12-853-56 Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 thru 6) Lifter, Valve (2) 12-041-02 Gasket, Air Cleaner...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 KOHLER ENGINE -" MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 T,o ......c,,! IGNI N I ELEOTRI OIL PAN 1 LUBRICATION i iil,,,Jl ..11 CRANKCASE STARTING SYSTEM 23 22...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258555 KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 IGNITtON I ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12-086-14 Screw, Hex Flange 12-032-03 Seal, Crankshaft M10 x 1o5x 46 12-522-18 Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block) 12-468-03...
  • Page 54 ....i,i ,iii i, iii,,iii I I IILII_LIII J I J I'II IIIII...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. llltllluiH i 11 i Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _1 _ greater than 15 ), never across...
  • Page 56 I:RRFTZHAN® OWNER'S 15 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor' has its own rnodel nurnber_ Each engine has its own model number, 917.258555 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.