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Craftsman 917.255690 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.255690 Owner's Manual

14.0 hp ohv electric start 3 in one convertible 42" mower deck 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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SWAINS
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.255690
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
£RRFTZMAN
14.0 HP OHV
ELECTRIC START
3 in One Convertible
42" MOWER DECK
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 SWAINS OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.255690 £RRFTZMAN 14.0 HP OHV Caution: ELECTRIC START Read and follow all Safety Rules 3 in One Convertible and Instructions Before Operating 42" MOWER DECK This Equipment 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation •...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS cu'r-I"ING 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. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual presence of children.
  • Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu- HORSEPOWER: 14.0 factured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3.5 GALLONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please contact your nearest Sears...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............11-14 SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-24 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING........... 26-27 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30,-45 INDEX ................
  • Page 5 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. 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 HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size ÷ (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 @¢, Battery acid Seat Steering Mulcher Wheel Plate (1) Knob Battery ,©_, Steering Sleeve Owner's Manual (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga. Parts Bag Parts bag_contents not shown full size...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard STEERING wrench sizes are listed. INSERT LOCKNUT"_'_._._ (2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Screwdriver (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet FLAT STEERING (1) 1/2" wrench Utility Knife WASHER _- When right and left hand is mentioned...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 4) INSTALL SEAT PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig, 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt• Wash hands or clothing immediately Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely,...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY CHECK BRAKESYSTEM ..,,, POSITIVE HEX NUT After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this LOCK WAS manual. FLAT INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. (See Figs. 7 & 8) Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of Install two latch hook assemblies, to mulcher plate optional grass catcher accessory.
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A'I-rACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER UGHT SWITCH PLUNGER THROTrLE...
  • Page 12 OPERATION n 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 spectac es or standard The operation of any tractor can result In foreign objects thrown Into the eyes, which can result safety glasses.
  • Page 13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE MOWER CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the the engine running andthe mower clutch engaged will shut factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
  • Page 14 OPERATION START ENGINE (See Fig. If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried When starting engine for the first time or if engine has clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move to the desired height.
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE .E O R S ERV,CE oATEs Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubricati°n Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transmission Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. ""''Y 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 Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE BATTERY (See Fig. 15) Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient LUBRICATION for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service with an automotive charger will extend it's life. classification Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER FOAM PRE-CLEANER (See Fig, 16) CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS (See Fig. 16) Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-claaner element To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, after every 25 hours of operation, more often if tractor is cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are used in very dusty, dirty conditions.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEANING MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if IMPORTANT: BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILD-UP, GRASS AND equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. TRASH. CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING AFTER EACH USI=.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR NOTE: The mower clutch rod has a trunnion that has been preset, atthe factory, for optimum mower performance. DO TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) NOT MOVETHETRUNNION ONTHE CLUTCH ROD. Iffor Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of unit. any reason the trunnion has been moved on the clutch rod, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) - To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/4"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE"ENGAGED" (See Fig. 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on the mower housing.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO A1-FACH JUMPER CABLES - Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove against chassis.
  • Page 24 ml ill SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. TO ADJUST THRO'I-I'LE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 30) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER...
  • Page 25 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL CAUTION: Never store the tractor with SYSTEM...
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Ftll fuel tank. Engine not"CHOKED" properly. See TO START ENGINE In Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Check widng, switches and connections. If not Faulty operator-safety presence control system, when operator leaves seat corrected, contact Sears Service Department. with attachment clutch engaged Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt, Poor cut - uneven Level mower deck.
  • Page 28 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 SCHEMATIC BA'FrERY RED_0 FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER WHITE ..SOLENOID CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) oi W.TE W. TE BLAC EL_CK BLACK • BLACK SEAT ATPMENTCLUTCH SWITCH (CLUTCH0FF) (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK UNIT PLUG IGNITION...
  • Page 29 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 ELECTRICAL 8_35 r _15...
  • Page 31 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD541025 109310X Key Ign Molded Craftsman 108824X Fuse 30 Amp Auto Green ' 100541K Tube Plastic 31" 123620X Cover Sw Key BIk I 25 Text Sit 110712X Switch Light BIk BIk Red...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _44_47 _104_102_3_105 _116 _24_$4 _118_1M_21_ M_'I _"_ _ 111...
  • Page 33 Footrest Pnt Rh (dover Gray) 110436X Bushing Snap Split BIk STD533707 Bolt STD551137 Lockwasher STD541437 STD541037 105466X Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman STD533727 Bolt 2751R Clip Line Fuel 13/32 Mtg Hole 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16ga STD551237 Washer 121235X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 DRIVE ,,/,...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 131965 Transaxle 6 Sp Medium Dana STD561210 Spring Return Clutch 6 75 110422X Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 105709X 123667X Pulley Transaxle 20"tires STD561210 V-belt Gnd Dr 98 25 Yt Stretch 12000028...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 100713N Wheel Steering Ayp Black 131450 Axle Asm Front Lt 38/42 130460 Spindle Asm Lh 130459 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1 5/8 x 16ga 19272016...
  • Page 38 NUMBER 917.255690 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1_19 _22_64 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 127438X Seat V-450 BIk/red Craftsman 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt 126656X Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc STD523707 Bolt STD511005...
  • Page 39 Decal Instruction Operat Eng 131473 Decal Chassis 6sp 42" 133178 Decal Mower 3 In One Cony 130981 Decal V-belt Schematic 42"eng 128490 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman Yt/gt 121343X Decal Danger English 128491 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman Yt/gt 3713J Decal Rota Blades English 105806X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPM ENT Spark Arrester • _8 _1_...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 134265 Control Throtich Pdl BIk Rh 27 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 132499 Engine Ko Com 14 15amp Vt W/fi 124196X Muffler Exhaust Koh Lt Premium 101326L Deflector Muffler # 222573 17030808.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 42" MOWER 98 97...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 42" MOWER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 130970 Deck Asm Mower 42" 131845 Arm Asm Pad Brake 130969 V-belt Mower 42" 92 40 133944 Washer Hardened Smaller 110485X Bearing Ball Mandrel 131335 Spring Extension...
  • Page 44 . :EPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR. - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 143.4360-37 22 _ 45" 65 +...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 FOOTE/DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 143.4360-37 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 106605X Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 124643X Housing, Upper 134394 Assembly, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft 2274J Screw, Tapping, Large 120473X...
  • Page 46 EPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV 14S, TYPE NUMBER 1445 BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES AIR INTAKE I t_--1 ENGINE CONTROLS CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV 14S, TYPE NUMBER 1445 FUEL SYSTEM 19-__ --26 --25 --29 CYLINDER HEAD, VAVLE BREATHER 20 --.__...
  • Page 48 [PAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV 14S, TYPE NUMBER 1445 OIL PAN I LUBRICATION IGNITION I ELECTRICAL ..11 O--= _--= p__g STARTING SYSTEM...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV 14S, TYPE NUMBER 1445 AIR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12 341 01 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover SM-0545010 Screw, Mounting M5 x 0.8 x 10 (14)
  • Page 50 PAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV 14S, TYPE NUMBER 1445 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12 853 08 Kit, Carburetor w/Gaskets 12 318 01 Head, Cylinder...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS 14 HP 42" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.255690 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV 14S, TYPE NUMBER 1445 IGNITION / ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block, SM-1040045 Screw, Flywheel Mounting 12 468 03...
  • Page 52 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 53 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • 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. greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not.
  • Page 56 [RIIFTZMRN + SE_AIRS 14.0 HP OHV OWNER'S ELECTRIC START MANUAL 3 in One Convertible 42" MOWER DECK 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. 917.255690 Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.