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iiii OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 536.252570 ® 16.5 HP OHV Caution: ALL-WHEEL STEER Read and follow all Safety Rules 43" MOWER DECK and Instructions Before Operating HYDROSTATIC DRIVE This Equipment LAWN TRACTOR o Ass-ernbiy• = operation ° Customer Responsibilities ° Service and Adjustment o Repair Parts illll ,,,H,i...
......SAFETY RULES ............ill,, ,,, Lira WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe Sate Operation Practices for Riding Vehicles As Recommended by American National Standards Institute the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders GENERAL OPERATION: Read, understand and follow all instructions in the Owner'stOperator's...
SAFETY RULES DO NOT 1_ Do not turn on slopes unless absolutely necessary, then only turn slowly and graduafly downhill, if possible Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments A wheel over the edge or an edge caving in could cause a sudden overturn and an injury or death,.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineeted HORSE POWER: 16+5 and manufactured to give you the best possible depend- GASOLINE 2 GALLONS ability and performance_ CAPACITY: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL 64 oz.
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lUll i lU lUllnnll iii iiiiiiil,lllrll TAB,LE OF CONTENTS ....... i lUlll inll SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ..... 23-33 SAFETY RULES ..............2-3 TROUBLE SHOOTING ........34-35 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..........4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ....... 4, 17_22 STO RAGE ................ SLOPE GUIDE ..............WARRANTY ................
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.
ASSEMBL Y TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING, WHEEL A socket wrench witl make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed,, (1) Pliers SPACER (1) Utility knife SPRING P_N (1) Screwdriver (Small Phillips with a 1/4 inch shank) STEERING (1) Hammer (1) Tire pressure gauge CLUTCH LEVER...
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i H,IH,HH ..ASSEMBLY ii1,,i,ii ii1,1, ill l ii1,,, TO A3-rACH BATTERY CABLES CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield° Lift seat,, Wash hands or clothing immediately if • Remove the protective caps from the battery terminals accidentally in contact with battery acid. •...
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==HH,I,, I=IIHIIIH H=l'l=l I=lll,,lll= =,,,,,,,= ASSEMBLY ii iiiii ii1,11 = i=11== ..... IIIU [i i H ii1,=1 i iiiii TO ADJUST MOWER DECK WHEELS ® Remove the protective caps from the battery terminals, (See Fig. 4) • Disconnect negative (-) black battery cable (A) with a 7/16"...
A SSEMBL Y i=t., m,,l= ,,1,,,1 Re-hook rubber hold-down strap (F) Attach positive (+) red battery cable (D) to positive {+) nectlng negative cable first can result in sparks terminal (C) on battery with a I/4 X 3/4 inch head screw If the wrench touches any metal surface, Always connect positive (red) cable first.
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,,,,=,,i H=I,, ,,,,, =,,= ===,=,=,,,,,,,,= =,U=U=,LI,,,., ='=' ='"", OPERATION ........1,111 = ===,,,,N =HH, ,ill =, , H,,=,,,,_, KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare illustrations (see Fig. 6) with your tractor to familiarize yourself with locations of various controls and adiustments Save this manual for future reference°...
• OPERATION ....................==,l =,,,, =,,,,,,,= iiiiiii i1,. hill iil,llr,l_ iiiiiiiiiiiii I ,,11 ii iiiii ,,,,,...,,,u The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result ir severe eye damager Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performin G any adjustments or repairs.
..... illl i,,= OPERATION ........1,.1 ill1. =,.,H,,,.,,UI ....,l'_=_'_=___ TO SELECT MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT PEDALLATCH (See Fig. 7) The cutting height is selected by placing the memory CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PEDAL rod in the desired height position The cutting height range is approximateIy 2 to 4 inches, •...
TO START ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting engine for first time or if engine has run out t fuel, it witl take extra cranking time to move fuel from tank I Read OPERATION and CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES engine.
OPERATION ..........ll,il ....i H,.,,,,ut i.,i .N i,.i MOWING TIPS • Do not use tire chains when mower housing is attached to and while backing. Disengage mower CAUTION: Look down and behind before unff,, blades before back!ng Run the engine at FAST speed position, •...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level. The warranty o n this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negiigence. To receive full value • Check brake operation from warranty, operator must maintain lawn tractor as instructed •...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES LUBRICATION CHART Orientation view only. Do Not stand on end. STEERING GEAR FRONT AXLE PIVOT POINTS WHEEL BEARINGS WHEEL BEARINGS _QEND DRAG LINK SECTOR GEAR ) AND BOTTOM OF STEERING SHAFT VIEW FROM LEFT SiDE OF TRACTOR MOWER DECK HITCH END OF DRAG LiNK...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing BENT TIP maintenance. BLADE EDGE MOUNTING BRAKE OPERATION SCREWS Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable disc brake To check brake operation do the following: • Stop tractor on a level surface and place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position°...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) CEN'rER HOLE BLADE Care should be taken to keep blade balanced_ An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • Blade can be sharpened w_tha _e or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on mower, •...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE AIR INTAK _; SCREEN OIL FILL CAW DIPSTICK LUBRICATION Read ENGINE instructions in this section and OPERATION section of this manual before trying to start engine, NOTE: Be sure oll has been added to engine crankcase before trying to start engine. OIL RECOMMENDATIONS Only use high quality detergent oii rated with API service classification SG.
€, CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR CLEANER (See FIG. 18) Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air lifter. Clean foam filter after every 25 hours ot operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 WiNG NUTS hours or every season, whichever occurs first...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS • Depress brake-clutch pedal and set parking brake, Place shift control lever tn NEUTRAL position. Place attachment clutch lever In DISENGAGED position. • Turn Ignition key OFF and remove key. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Slide deck toward front of tractor. Pull lower engine pulley beff guides away from engine and slip mower deck drive MOWER DECK belt onto lower engine pulley, Reposition belt guides to ENGAGEMENT CABLE MOWER DECK l/16" from pulley. BELT GUARD OPEN SIDE •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-REAR ADJUSTMENT ( See Fig. 25) • Measure height, from level surface, of right side blade tips at front and rearof mower deck, Ifdistances are equalor not more than 1/8 inch lower in front, no adjustment is neces- •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DECK CABLE ENGAGEMENT (See Fig. 27) CAB L=E MOWER DECK COND, UIT BELT°+° When mower blade drive belt slips and blades wil{ not turn at full speed when mowing, the blade drive belt should be tightened+ MOWER CLmCN...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DECK MOWER DECK ENGAGEMENT CABLE (See Fig. 28) BELT GUARD MOWER CLUTCH • Remove mower deck (see TO REMOVE MOWER DECK CABLE SPRING in this section. IDLER PULLEY BELT RETAINER Remove mower deck belt guard •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE TRACTOR DRIVE BELT Orientation view only Do Nol stand on end (See Figs. 31 and 32) LOWER ENGINE PULLEY Your tractor uses v-belts made of special compounds,, If any belt BELT GUIDES LOWER becomes worn or breaks, replace with original equipment belt ENGINE (see REPAIR PARTS section of this manual),, NEVER USE A PULLEY...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST TRACTOR BRAKE (See Figs. 34A & 34B) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable disc brake mounted on the transaxfe. TO CHECK BRAKE OPERATION- • Stop tractor on a hard flat surface and turn off engine. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING GEAR ALIGN STEERING (See Fig. 3 5) ARROWS _,,,,,,_/SHAFT if excessive play develops in steering, adjust pinion SECTOR GEAR sector gears as foffows: • Position front wheels straight forward. • Arrows should align in pinion and sector gear. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST TRANSMISSION CONTROL Note position of spring Remove transmissi control lever and spring. LEVER (See Fig. 37) Relocate washers as needed to center transmission cont A Hydrostatic Transmission is basically a hydraulic variable lever in neutral gate displacement pump with a hydraulic motor which drives the rear wheels_...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK RUBBERBOOT POSITIVE (,) BATTERY (See Fig. 38) NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL TERMINAL" When you charge the battery, do not smoke. Keep the battery sway from any sparks. The fumes from the battery acid can cause an explosion°...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD (See Figs. 41 and 42) HEADUGHT WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR • Raise hood,, Disconnect headlight wire harness connector., HOOD MOUNTING • Remove screw used to attach hood lanyard to side of BRACKET engine, Hold hood securety to prevent hood from falling ®...
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE - CORRECTION PROBLEM 1., Fill fuel tank Wilt not start 1o Out of fuel 2, See TO START ENGINE in Operatio n section Engine not'CHOKED" properly Wait several minutes before attempting tO start Engine flooded, Replace spark plug Bad spark plug Ctean/rep_ace air filter Dirty air filter.,...
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Check shifting procedure Unit MUST come to a 1, Shiftingprocedure incorrect Unit will not shift complete stop before changing directions or shifts hard Check adjustment of tractor drive belt and/or brake 2 Tractor drivebeltan&Jot b rake outof adjustment Adjust if necessary Contact Sears Service Department 3.
ENGINE Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more° FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT Never store the engine with fuel indoors or in a DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSEN-...
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CUT HERE TO USE SLOPE GUIDE -SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LINE POLE, OR A FENCE POST. up or down slopes, f-.._ 10 DEGREES 15 DEGREES across the face of slopes. To determine if a slope Is safe to mow: (1) disengage the blade(s),...
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.252570 CHASSIS & HOOD ASSEMBLY HOOO RVOT REF, STEERING P(_, FRONT AXLE ASSY NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS• ALL UNNUMBERED Use of Service!replacement parts other than original equip- ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE ment parts may void your warranty.
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.252570 -CHASSIS & HOOD ASSEMBLY MOTION DRIVE PAGE ® KEY#23 i!+" REF, KEY#1 ALL UNNUMBERED NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE Use of servicer'replacement parts other than original equip- WITH OPPOSITE SIDE ment parts may void your warranty.
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536,252570 MOWER SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY DETAIL "A" ELECTRICAL SOLENOID REF_ KEY#18 CHASSIS & HOOD PG MAIN FRAME ALL UNNUMBERED NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS, ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE Use of service/replacement parts other than original equip-...
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.252570 MOTION DRIVE ASSEMBLY ' ;i _:.f2 ALL UNNUMBERED NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE Use of servicelreplacement parts other than origina! equip- WITH OPPOSITE SIDE 3363598 ment parts may void your warranty.
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536,252570 MOTION DRIVE ASSEMBLY REF,, KEYi <_,, ALL UNNUMBERED NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE Use of servicelreplacement parts other than original equip- WITH OPPOSITE SIDE 336359B me,pl parts may v0!_ you,r,,warrantv,...
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.252570 ENGINE & CONTROL ASSEMBLY _'__TE: TORQUE CLAMP 10-12 INn LBS NO FLASH ALLOWED ON FUEL TANK ( NIPPLE FROM BOTTOM OF TANK TO FIRST BARB ) NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS. ALL UNNUMBERED...
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.252570 PRE-PAINTED DECK ASSEMBLY "!,_ _,t ¸¸" ;7.:i NOTE: ALWAYS ,_SEORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS. ALLUNNUMBERED Use of service/re )tacement parts other than original ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE WITH OPPOSITESIDE equipmenl parts may void your warranty 327957 D...
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.252570 FINAL DECK ASSEMBLY REF. IDLER ARM ASSY_..i:iili ..,.._i_i _] _OTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS, ALL UNNUMBERED Use of service/replacement parts other than original equip- ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE ment parts may void your warranty,...
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CRAFTSMAN 43" LAWN TRACTOR MODEL 536.252570 ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY REF_ CHASSIS REAR PGo • ++• • :, +_ REF° Hole in Console • REF° Engine ALL UNNUMBERED NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE Use of service/repfacement parts other than original equip-...
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ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570 ,307 I_30...
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ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570 -'% :'3; "._=;'2.,; ", 570B 2t2A 245A A../"_292 296\_J "292 2:93A--4 293A...
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ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570 iREF. REF. PART NO. PART NAME PART NO. PARTNAME [NO. 650666 Lock Washer 365t 1A Cylinder (Incl, 2,11B,20,72B & 314) 650594 27652 Dowel Pin Flywheel Nut Ilia 36302 Check Valve 36344 Solid State Ignition (Incl, 101) 36303 610118...
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ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570 REF_ PART REF, PART PART NAME PART NAME I 36413 Fuel Pump Bracket 26460 Fuel Lin_ Clamp 650949 Screw, 10-32 x 9/16" 35787 Pulse Pup Screw, 5/16-18 x 29/32" t 65O969 65O931 2g3A Screw, 8-32 x 1-1/2"...
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ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570 CARBURETOR NO 640000 PART NO. PART NAME 632652 Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass'y 632653 Throttle Return Spring 632039 Dust Seal (Throttle) 632654 Throttle Shutter 650506 Throttle & Choke Shutter Screw 632655 Choke Shaft &...
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ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570 STARTER MOTOR NO. 36264 • PART NAME PART NO. I 36375 Drive Kit 36377 Drive End Cap Ass'y 36378 Armature 36379 Case Bolt 36380 Commutator End Cap & Brush Card Ass'y Washer 650168 650864...
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CRAFrSMRN OWNER'S 16.5 HP OHV MANUAL ALL-WHEEL STEER 43" MOWER DECK HYDROSTATIC DRIVE LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. 536.252570 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...