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917.258452
OWNER'S MANUAL
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
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Adjustments
Serv.ce and
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Repair Parts
CAUTION:
For answers to your questions
about this product,
Calt:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Read and follow
aH safety rules
and instructions
before
operating
this
equipment.
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  • Page 1 Customer Responsibilities Serv.ce and Adjustments Repair Parts For answers to your questions about this product, Calt: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat CAUTION: Read and follow aH safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
  • 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. lit. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and foltow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator...
  • Page 3 RIDING EQUIPMENT For one (1) year from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manuat, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFBCATJONS ........SERVJCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......19-24 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLITiES ..... 3, 14-18 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........26-27 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-47 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSO meg AN ATTACH ENTS 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 HA E PACK Parts Bag contents shown fuji size Parts packed separately Jn carton (2) Sheet Metal Screws #10-t6 x 1/2 (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Video Wheel Cassette (1) Locknut 3/8-24 Steering Boot Manual Parts Bag (1) Hex Bolt 112-13 x 1 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Parts bag contents not shown full size...
  • Page 7 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 aIl parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

  • Page 8: Side-To-Side

    ASSE Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which Open battery box door for: allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- (See Fig. 8). ware). Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. Inspection for corrosion.
  • Page 9 OPERATIO These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHT CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 10 OPERA KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the itlustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseif with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH IGNITION ATTACHMENT SW_TCH...
  • Page 11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can resu}t in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can resuit in severe eye damage. Always wear safety gtasses or eye shields white operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 OPERATION To restart movement, slowly reiease parking brake and TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) clutch/brake pedal. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing Make all turns slowly switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged wiil TO TRANSPORT shut off the engine.
  • Page 13 OPERATEON MOWING TiPS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. has run out of fuel, it wili take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 14 CUSTO LmES ESPONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL 1N DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation '3....Check Pressore I J I V' ! Check for Loose Fasteners _€_7 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxte Cooling...
  • Page 15 SI IL CUSTOM RESPO TRACTOR BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6} feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 16 CUSTO ESPONSJBILITIES NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) _!}ATTERY improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- wilt result in increased oil consumption when used above cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the 32°R Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 17 CUS'['OME RESPONS! A1R FILTER (See Fig, 13) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 18 CUSTO ESPONSm ILITMES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS; Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Paace attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, PEace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key, Make sure the b_ades and ait moving parts have completemy stopped. Disconnect spark ptug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug,...
  • Page 20 ADJUST SERVICE A ENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 19 and 20) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SiDE-TO-SIDE. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS...
  • Page 21 SERWCE A D ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRBVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig, 21) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on levef surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE A ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK BATTERY TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 25) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positio ned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly atee×piosive gases.
  • Page 23 AND ADJUSTMENTS SERVICE ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ° Raise hood. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 27} grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely adjustment should not be necessary.

  • Page 24: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ACCELERATION TEST - TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 28) Move throttle controI lever from slow to fast position. If The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out ment should not be necessary.

  • Page 25: Cleaning

    STORAGE ENGNNE 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 DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR,...
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOO PROBLEN CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fiil fue! tank. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine not "CHOKED" properly, Engine flooded, Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Bad spark plug. Reptace spark plug, C_ean/repiace airfilter. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 27 LESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Check wiring, switches and connections. If net Faulty operator-safety presence contro{ system. Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator Ieaves seat with attachment clutch department, engaged Worn. bent or loose blade, Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt.
  • Page 28 SERVmCE NOTES...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR .- - r_ODEL NUMBER 917.258452 SCHEMATIC BLACK "'--. i-- =_L:7 _Tj::) I "J lli "J FUSE 30 AMP• " STARTER (OPTIONA) WHITE i LJ SOLENOID (PEDAL UP) WHITE SWITCH IGNITION BLUE DIODE _ALTERNATOR UGHT_NG SYSTEM OUTPUT ORANGE 5 AMP AC @ 3600 RPM _-_) !4 VOLTS AC MIN.
  • Page 30 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER £t7o258452 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 Switch tgn 4 pos I2421tX Nut Ignition 141226 Cover Sw Key Blk 1 25 Text SLT 109310X Key Ign Molded Craftsman 156442 Harness tgn Man CLAM HM 97 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o ° MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 CHASSaS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION Chassis Weldment 159530 Drawbar Stretch 140356 17490612 Screw Thdrot 3/8-t6x3/4 Ty-tt STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 155924X014 Saddle Slksc Flat LT 5Sp Dana t24027X Heat Shield Sloped Hood 155138...
  • Page 34 " " MODEL NUMBE_ 9!7.258452 _/S2 i 61 77 !
  • Page 35 REPAmRPARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9!7,258452 DRIVE PART PAF_T DESCRIPTBON DESCRiPTiON Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp Transaxle (See Breakdown) 4470J Dana 4360-1!2 154777 Keeper Belt Idler Fool Proof Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X t2 Ga 146682 Spring Return Brake Tia Zinc 19131312 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic t23666X...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS °- MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY _'--_ < "_..,.
  • Page 37 PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheet 154427 Axte Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 157473 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x t6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x t6 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 38 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 151205 Seat V350 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) STD5237!0 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga...
  • Page 39 English Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor 272936 146046 Decal Engine 12.5 Hp B&S IC Crafts 160335 105809X Decal Hood Slope Rh Craftsman Decal Chassis 5 Sp 38" 160336 136832 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 38 Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman 128261...
  • Page 40 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9!7.258452 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 PART DESCRIPTION 132759 Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 10 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) B&S ..Model No. 289707-0179-01 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 137348 Gasket t 313 td Tin PIated 272293 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3" 132003OO Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt STD551237...
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  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - =MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 PART DESCRaPTION 159460 Wire Asm lnner/Sprg w/Plunger IT 159474 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32x! x21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865 Lift Asm, Link LH 139866...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o ° MODEL NUMBER 917.2.58452 MOWER _----- 67 72j45 28 26 13 --_- _'--"...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 MOWER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRtPT_ON I22052X Spacer, Retainer 1-3/4 142829 Mower Housing Assembly 149846 Knob STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 144200 Belt Bracket Asm. Fram Sway Bar 38/42 138017 STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 Bracket, Asm.
  • Page 46 REPABR PARTS TRACTOR o ° MODEL NUMBER £17,258452 DANA TRANSAXLE o MODEL NUMBER D4360o112 i2 53...
  • Page 47 REPARR PARTS TRACTOR ° o MODEL NUMBER 917o258452 DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER D4360-1 t2 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .031 160939 Housing, Upper 223tj Assy, Gear, Comb., !2T & 30T 2274J Screw, Tapping, t/4-20 X .734 160944...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = ° MODEL NUMBER 9t7.258452 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER 289707, TYPE NUMBER 0179-01 66.3 ,€::: GASKET...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 289707, TYPE NUMBER 0179-0t t21 CARBUREQrOR OVERH,AUL K_T '_9_7_ _ ®634 5,35 28,A @1s8 _955 .=,7_ ,,,, _1044...
  • Page 50 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917,258452 BR_GG$ & $TRATTON ENGINE ° MODEL NUMBER 289707, TYPE NUMBER 0179=0t 1090 729A 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL _524...
  • Page 51 REPAtR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.258452 BRJGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 289707, TYPE NUMBER 0179-0I KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRMPTiON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 496413 * Gasket, Carburetor Cylinder Assembly 272554 399265 Stud, Carburetor Mounting Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special 94637 Washer, Spring...
  • Page 52 RE;PAIR PARTS TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 9t7o258452 BRBGGS & STRATTON ENGtNE o MODEL NUMBER 289707_ TYPE NUMBER 0179o01 _'*'v K_., PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 94073 Screw, Shoulder, 392134 Gear, Ring Hex Washer Head (Includes Mounting Parts) 284A 94704 Screw, Hex Head...
  • Page 53 SERVICE OTES...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RiDE UP AND DOWN HRLL, NOT ACROSS HiLL SiGHTiNG GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEl. WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. &...

  • Page 56: Replacement

    ® OWNER'S 12.5 HP IC NUAL ELECTRIC START 38" MOWER 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has MODEL NO. its own model number. 917.258452 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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