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ODEL
917.251492
®Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
®Service and Adjustments
®Repair Parts
OWNER'S MANUAL
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipn
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, C_LL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1,800-659-5917
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  • Page 1 ® ODEL 917.251492 OWNER'S MANUAL ®Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities ®Service and Adjustments ®Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipn FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, C_LL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1,800-659-5917 IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII ..........i_':...
  • 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 1N SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GENERAL OPERATION ill. CHILDREN Read, understand, .and follow all Instruct_on_-_the manual _r_gtc accidents can occur if the operator...
  • Page 3 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER, AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP- MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVtQE CENTER. (IN-HOME "WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......21-27 STORAGE ..... ;............. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ....:.. 3, 17-20 I_'TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 29-30 WARRANTY ......,..:... _;., ..,..3 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 32-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ......

  • Page 5: Accessories

    AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available throughmost 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. _AINTENANCE ENGINE GAS CAN FUEL STABILIZER BLADES...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK iiiii i ......IIIIIIIIjIUlUlLUJ[[IJIIIILIJ LIIIIII II1' Parts Bag contents shown fu!l size Parts packed separately in carton ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, , , (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-"_ Seat Knob!iiY ! Video Cassette Steering Plate Wheel Mulcher (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Screws #10 x5/8 Manual...
  • Page 7 ..i1,, ,i,, ,... i,,i inlnmm ,.,,,,,.,., ..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.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALLSEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_ Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. nals. Before connecting batte_, Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer ioosely, CAUTION: Do not short battery_ermi- move metal...
  • Page 9 Place the R°H_ suspension arm on inward pointing INSTALL MOWER _'_ A ND DRIVE BELl: (See " deck pin. If necessary', rock and raise front of mower Figs. 4 and 7) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm Be sure tractor is on level surface and mowe_suspension Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6) DEFLECTOR SHIELD Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, !ock washer, and weld nut as sho_n. NOTE: Pre-assembIe weld nut to latch hook b_ inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointingdown_ Tighten hardware securely.
  • Page 11 ....................i i ,,,ll,,i,,r,jl/,i,j OPERATm ..i,i ii, ,llullllull,,,,,ill, ......These symbols may appear on your tractor or in 5terature supplied with the product° Learn and understand they meaning. FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE WARNING CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF...
  • Page 12 OPERATION KNOW YouR TRACTOR ................READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to fa_liarize yourself _ith the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE CONTROL AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. ALways wear safe_y glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repair_ We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard s_ty glasses.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (S_e '_,O AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the*Operation hills with slopes greater than 15° and section of this manual)_ ....

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    0 EBATmON BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig_,12) has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 16 ............ii ii ii illllllll IL OPERATION II,N II III ll'l ,.,.,., , ,, ..IMPOR;rANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEME:NT, assure better mowing performance and proper dis- SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSmBmLBTIES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULARSERVICE __.._" _.._ _,_'._ SERVICE DATES Check BrakeOperation V _' CheckTire Pressure T Check forLoose Faster, °_ ..v", v" Check Battery LeveVRecharge ..v" ...... CleanBattery and Terminals R Check TransaxleCooling Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIB! TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16) _Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalancedblade willcause excessive vibration and even- nance° tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION Thebladecanbesharpenedwithafileoronagrinding wheel.
  • Page 19 CUSTOME BULUTmES TRANSAXLE COOLING TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figo17) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG clean to assure proper coolfng_ •...
  • Page 20 i i, ,,,, ,,,, ..CUSTOMER NSIBiLITIES IIIIIIII ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. Engineblower housing must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY"...

  • Page 21: Clutch Pulley

    SERVICE AND A USTMENT$ ::::::: ill,ii,ii,i,i i,ii ......... i i i,ii1,1, i, CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch!brake pedal fully and set_arking brake. • Place motion control lever in.neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF"...
  • Page 22 E AND ADJUSTM ,,llllll ,i ii TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 23 and 24) IMPORTANT; DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE,. IF MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig° 25) THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS Parktractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake_ NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST B'OTHFRONT':C.INKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE, Remove four screws from L.H.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Make sure attachment clutch and ignitionswitches are TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT in "OFF' position. (See Fig. 26) Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake_ clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot °...
  • Page 24 AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See (See Fig. 29) Fig. 30) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parkin_b_'ake_ The motion controllever has been preset at the factory and For ease of service there is a belt Installation guide decal on adjustment should not be necessary, bottom of left footrest.
  • Page 25 $ERVmCE AN ADJU ENTS FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT Front wheel toe-in is required for propersteering Operation° Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be RETAINING RING necessary If parts [n the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust AXLE if necessary_ COVER...
  • Page 26 AND ADJUSTMENTS IIIIiiiiiiiii IIIIIIIIIIIII IIII IIIII TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ADJUSTMENT SPRING BUSHING Raise hood_ Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside_of the grill,, Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hote in the backside of the grill _: Close hood, ATTACHMENT INTERLOCKS...
  • Page 27 SERVmCEA AD, USTMENTS ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST - ° Move throttte control lever from slow (,e_) to fast (,_) TO ADJUST THROI-rLE CONTROL GABLE position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn° Repeat test and (See Figs.
  • Page 28 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your'tractor for storage at the,;,endof the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM llLu IMPORTANT: IT IS iMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL...
  • Page 29 UBLESHOOTING POnNTS ,,,i,l,,,ll, i ii,i ii lll l ii ........ PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuet tank. Engine not "CHOKED" propedy See "TO START ENGINE" ]n Operation section. Engine flooded., Waft several minutes before attempting to start Bad spark plug_ Replace spark plug.
  • Page 30 IIIIIIIHII i::........ i,illll, ,JlJl,Jl,,i,,,i,,ll iillll ii i ......TROU POINTS CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1_ Faulty operator-safety !orese'_ce control system, Check wiring, switches and con_ectionso If not Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized _ervtce center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP° U",.D AMMETER WHITE WHrt_ BLACK IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH BLACK (NOT OCCUPIED) 1 ..4 ..o-111 '--_6 -_ 2 J_ Z_ _ _ LL 1{DISENGAGED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR BLACK UNIT PLUGS...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 ELECTRICAL "i...
  • Page 33 REPAltR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 ELECTRICAL PART NO/' DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga STD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 7697J Tube Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery 109596X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251492 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 140506 Drawbar, Gt 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 136671X558 Panel Asm., Side LH 138460 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917,251492 ,101...
  • Page 37 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 5I42H Pin Roll 7563R Washer Thrust Axle Harden 123800X Washer STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 151146 Console Hydro Fender STD5612!0 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 151179 Plate Console Shift 140507...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251492 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART NO° DESCRIPTION 121472X Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm. Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 13696,0 Spindle Asm, LH 136959 Spindle Asrno, RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Kiip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMB ER 917.251492 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT ]...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 14t948 Engine Koh{er Model MV18S-58560 144110 Muffler Asm Kohler VGT (Inc, Key No. 34) 13240300 Etbow Street 3/8 NPT 13280328 Nipple Pipe 3/8NPT X 3 - 1/2 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 121361X...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 46" MOWER DECK 103102 106_.._ I/ 104 105 ._,,,.102...

  • Page 43: Gauge Wheels

    REEPAIIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 46" MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 153125 137554 Deck Asm., Mower 46" Keeper, Belt, Idler 138457 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 4939M 137273 Retainer Spring Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 1749062O 130832 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 140124 121249X Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring, Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr, 5 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga+ 145006...
  • Page 45 Decal, Operating Instruction Decal, Koh 18.5 Mag Sears 149516 146710 Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN/Acme Decal, Insert Strg 146705 138047 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH Decal, Battery 146706 '151448 Decal, Hood, .Craftsman, LH Decal, Grille GT IPC 140837 142336 Decal, SDL Cold Start...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,251492 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 17 "! 2425...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006"X Rod Asm. Lever 145542 Shaft Asm, Lift Vgt 121002X Lever Asm. Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gao 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE-- MODEL NUMBER 218-3010L...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 218-3010L KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 142874 Assembly, Housing, LH 153767 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-t/2 142875 Assembly, Housing, RH 142904 153765...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.251492 HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144569 127148X Shaft, Pump Swashplate, Variable 122716X 142938 Ring, Retaining Block Assembly t 22745X 122786X Pin, Stainless, Headless Bearing, Ball 122715X t22718X Spacer...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 ,.o_,,Ou.,..i ........AIR INTAKE I 0--5 BREATHER AND VENT ......II/'_3 ..- 13 (.-1415...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 AIR INTAKE BAFFLES & SHROUD KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. X-276-7 Wing Nut 1/4-20 52 063 41 Baffle, #2 Cylinder Head 52 755 83 Kit, Covet and Tube 52 313 05...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 €,A,;C'sE ! ......i,,_ ..i illlll iillll,ii ,I,I_L,,,, ,,ii,i i9-- / _8...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 CRANKCASE CARBURETOR KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 52 041 09 Gasket, Intake (2) 52 468 12 Washer, Fiat 5/16 (12) 52 755 91...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 CYU.OER HEAD I CRANKSHAFT EX"AUS,T,,,,,,I ELECTRIC STARTER J...
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 ELECTRIC STARTER CRANKSHAFT DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO. Starter Assembly 52 098 12 Crankshaft 52 01493 (Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9) Washer, Thrust _119L122 (A.R.) 52 468 03 Washer, Lock 1/4 (2)
  • Page 57 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 GOVERNOR FUEL PUMP ] ,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,I,IIHI,lll FLYWHEEL II Iu IIIIU II '--15...

  • Page 58: Terminals

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 FLYWHEEL FUEL PUMP KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. Screw, Pozidriv, Truss Head 25 162 01 Screen, Grass 47 086 08 25 086 21 Screw, Hex Washer Head 1/4-20 x 5/8 (2)
  • Page 59 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 alL FILTER i OIL SWITCH i OIL PUM P CAMSHAFT AND VALVES ..... lliHll...
  • Page 60 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251492 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18S, TYPE NUMBER 58560 OIL PAN LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NOo NO. NO. NO. X-67-64 Screw, Hex Washer Head X-75-23 Plug, Pipe !/8 N.P.T.F. #10-32 x 7/16 (2) 52 050 03 Filter, Oil Pickup...
  • Page 61 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 64: Replacement

    I:RnFTSHoN° OWNER'S 18.5 HP TWIN CYLINDER MANUAL ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER HYDROSTATIC (AUTOMATIC) GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model nurnber. Each engine has its own model number. 917.251492 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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