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Craftsman 917.257462 Owner's Manual

12.0 hp electric start 36" mower 6 speed lawn rider
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SEARS
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.257462
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Be.fore Operating
This Equipment
[RRFTSMRN
12.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
36" MOWER
6 SPEED
LAWN RIDER
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.257462 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Be.fore Operating This Equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. [RRFTSMRN 12.0 HP ELECTRIC START 36" MOWER 6 SPEED LAWN RIDER • Assembly • Operation •...
  • Page 2 & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
  • Page 3 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT For two years from date of purchase,when this ridingequipmentis maintained,lubricated,and tuned up accordingto the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

  • Page 4: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessoriesand attachmentswere available when the unitwas purchased. They are also availableat mostSears retailoutlets, catalcgand servicecenters. Most Sears storescan orderthese itemsfor you when you providethe modelnumberof yourtractor. ENGINE SPARKPLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER PERFORMANCE Searsoffersa wide varietyofattachmentsthatfityourvehicle. Many ofthese are listedbelowwithbriefexplanationsofhow theycanhelp you Thislistwas current_t thetimeof publication;...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY ... TABLE OF CONTENTS ... INDEX ... TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY INDEX Accessories ...4 Adjustments: Brake ... 20 Carburetor... 22 Mower Front-To-Back... 19 Side-To-Side ... 19 ThrottleControlCable ...22 Air Filter,Engine... 16 Air Screen,Engine...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Lock Washer (1) Wasller 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 111 II llllllll_ (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 (2) Lock Washers 1/4 (2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 7 TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. Pliers (1) 9/16" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16" wrenches Screwdriver (1) 1/2" wrench Utility knife (1) 3/4" wrench When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE BATTERY (See CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contact with battery acid. Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps.
  • Page 9 INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 5 & 6) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before Installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. Lift seat to raised position. •...
  • Page 10 CONTROL FUEL CAP CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER Sears tractorsconformto the safetystandardsofthe AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: controlling engine speed. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak- ing the tractor and starting the engine.
  • Page 11 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 before starting your tractor and while moving. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING (See Fig. 10) The position of the mower lift lever determines the cutting height. The position of the mower lift lever can be adjusted by moving the height adjustment knob to desired position. • With lift lever back and locked in highest position, pull out the adjustment knob and move to desired position.

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.
  • Page 14 .AI.TE.A.CE SC.EDU'E AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Checkfor LooseFasteners Sharpen/ReplaceMowerBlades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Batteryand Terminals CheckTransmissionCooling AdjustBlade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s)Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter CleanAir Screen Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
  • Page 15 LAWN RIDER Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 16 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. •...
  • Page 17 AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19) The engine 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 (See Fig.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake gearshift Place lever in Place attachment clutch • 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.

  • Page 19: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Fig. 26) Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3). If tires are over or under inflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27) Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If unit requires more than six (6) feet stoppingdistance high speed in highest gear, then brake mustbe •...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Fig. 29) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 23: Cleaning

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank Inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 24 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Out offuel. Will not start Enginenot"CHOKED"properly. Engineflooded. Bad sparkplug. Dirtyair filter. Dirtyfuel filter. 7. Water In fuel. Looseor damagedwiring. 9. Carburetoroutof adjustment. Enginevalves outof adjustment. Hard to start Dirtyair filter. Bad sparkplug. Weak or dead battery. Dirtyfuel filter. Stale or dirtyfuel, Looseor damagedwiring.
  • Page 25 Poor cable connections. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). i_ll POINTS CORRECTION 1. Check wiring,switches and connections,ff not corrected,contact Sears ServiceCenter/Department. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Level mower deck. Clean underside of mower housing. Replace blade mandrel. 1. Remove obstruction. Adjustmower drive belt.
  • Page 26 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 SCHEMATIC IGNITION SWITCH BLACK IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT START BA'I-FERY FUSE 30 AMP. CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) f ... CZF,- (_,.._ I BLACK ATrMENTCLUTCH (CLUTCH O FF) BLACK 3 AMPS @ 3600 RPM...
  • Page 27 59192 65139 278H 123410X 106230X 59904 8134H 9040H NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 917.257462 DESCRIPTION Decal, Caution, Battery Decal, V-Belt Drive Pad, Center Decal, Mower Drive Belt Decal, Danger Decal, Rotating Blades Decal, Steering Wheel Insert Sheet, Instruction, 15 ° Slope...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 ELECTRICAL 11 10 17 16 i)"...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. * STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION DESCRIPTION 73510400...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 HOOD KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 124657X Spring, Extension STD541425 * Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 UNC STD551025 * Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge STD522506 * Bolt, Hex, Fin 1/4-20 UNC x 5/8...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 FENDER / CHASSIS KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 129965 Case, Battery 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge 17490612 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4...
  • Page 32 NO. NO. 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 5/16-18 5/16-18 UNC * STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY 3/8-16 UNC NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 917.257462 DESCRIPTION STD551150 *Washer, Lock 1/2 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 127018X...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 DASH PART DESCRIPTION 122015X Cap, Fuel 130913 Assembly, Dash & Fuel Tank 123487X Clamp, Hose 8544R Line, Fuel 8548R Line, Fuel STD541425 , Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 2751R...
  • Page 34 12000045 STD551062 104820X * STANDARD HARDWARE -- PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 917.257462 DESCRIPTION Clip, Steering "" Bushing, Lower, Steering Ring, Retaining *Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 SECTOR GEAR / AXLE SUPPORT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 124093X Link, Drag 74780828 Bolt, Hex, Fin. 1/2-13 x 1-3/4 17490508 Screw, Hex, Thd. Roll. 5/16-18 x 1/2...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 FRONT AXLE PART DESCRIPTION 121232X Cap, Spindle 12000029 Ring, Klip 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 121922X Nyliner 128543 Axle, Front 6266H Bearing, Thrust 121919X Spindle Assembly, RH...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 BRAKE / REAR MOWER LIFT ASSEMBLY 124236X Cap, Plunger 123436X Rod, Parking Brake 123437X Bracket, Parking Brake 8883R Cover, Pedal 122504X Bracket, Clutch/Brake STD560907 * Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4...
  • Page 38 * Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION KEY PART NO. NO. * STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 917.257462 DESCRIPTION STD522507 * Bolt, Hex, Fin. 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 Muffler 124097X...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION STD541431 * Nut, Crownlock STD523107 * Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 131205 Keeper, Mower Drive Belt, Engine, 131004 Pulley, Engine...
  • Page 40 11050500 STD581075 * STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 917.257462 DESCRIPTION *Washer, Lock 1/4 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge Arm, Shift Washer, Shift Plate...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 MOWER LIFT LEVER PART DESCRIPTION 126470X Clip, Fuel Line 122018X Bracket, Mower Clutch 74780408 Bolt, Hex, Fin 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 Grade 5 STD541437 * Nut, Crownlock 123417X...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 127743 Spring, Mower Clutch 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD541437 * Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 130840 Brake Assembly 131251 Guide, Belt Idler 121316X Pulley, Flat Idler...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL 917.257462 NUMBER 143.4360-18 _98" 4"-1 43*52 i9 67...
  • Page 45 Spacer .630 x 1.00 x .169 110079X Assembly, Gear, Combination of 12 Teeth and 35 Teeth 120471X Shaft, Idler 120472X Spacer .635 x .875 x .755 917.257462 MODEL NUMBER 143.4360-18 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 105928X Sprocket, 9 Teeth Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01 P337...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01 121 CARBU_OR OVERHAUL KIT _634 164. 1711 © (_)138 42.1 601 I...
  • Page 48 Assembly Assemblv l Assemblv l Assembly 39O837 94003 395538 490421"* (Fief. No. 513) (Fief. No. 783) (Ref. No. 876) (Ref. No. 896) 917.257462 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01 Odve End Cep End Cap As-'y. Assembly Commutator '" 39_56 _95537° Housing Assembly...

  • Page 49: Installation

    Included in Gasket Set (494241) Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (494384) Included in both Carburetor OverhaJJI Kit (494384) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 917.257462 283707, TYPE NUMBER 0217-01 DESCRIPTION Stud, Carburetor Mounting...

  • Page 50: Terminals

    REPAIR PARTS 12 HP 36" LAWN RIDER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.257462 BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 221535 Clamp, Casing 94419 Screw, Clamp Mounting 284A 94326 Screw, Air Cleaner 494269 Housing, Blower 94608 Screw, Sems, Blower Housing...

  • Page 51: Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not !1 _ greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. caution when changing ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL...

  • Page 52: Seat

    The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center and most Retail Stores. WHEN ORDERING...

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