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Craftsman 917.273401 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. Inspect cooling fins for dirt grass clip pings and other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use com pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the trans axle ever leak or require servicing contact a sears or other qualified service center V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Se lect the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature D gt 17 SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 0 80 100 C 30 20 30 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil visc chart4 e 20 30 T 32 40 60 T T T 40 Change the oil after every 50 hours of op eration or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before start ing the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil
2. NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth 2 Remove blade bolt by turning counter clockwise 3 Install new or resharpened blade with stamped THIS SIDE UP facing deck and mandrel assembly IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly 4 Install and tighten blade bolt securely 45 55 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Special blade bolt is heat treated Mandrel Trailing Assembly Edge Up Blade Bolt Special Ce Center Hole TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharp ening blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with balancer NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal position If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blad
3. ment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Ad just and service as required SAFETY RULES Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up a
4. 15 110485X Bearing Ball Mandrel 16 174493 Stripper Mandrel Deck 17 172110610 18 172140505 19 132827 20 174378 21 73680500 24 105304X 25 178102 26 110452X Bolt RDHD Sq Neck 3 8 16 x 1 25 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Hex Hd Shoulder 5 16 18 Baffle Vortex Mower Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 unc Cap Sleeve Spring Torsion Nut Push 27 180655 428 Deflector Shield 28 19111016 29 131491 30 173984 31 187690 32 173436 33 178342 37 177968 39 174375 42 165723 43 174373 45 180806 46 137729 47 180808 48 174368 49 173900600 50 172110612 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Rod Hinge Screw Thdroll Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Fig Top Lock Cntr 9 16 Pulley Idler Pulley Idler Driven Spacer Retainer Arm Idler Secondary Cover Mandrel Deck Screw Thdroll 1 4 20 x 5 8 V Belt Mower Secondary V Belt Mower Primary Nut lock 3 8 16 unc Bolt Carr 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Gr 5 45 KEY PART NO NO 52 175820 54 74780616 55 72140608 56 155986 57 156841 72 19131312 91 180535 92 173800600 94 176066 95 180534 97 178515 98 179479 99 184058 100 72110616 110 175016 112 174387 113 72110506 114 174384 115 174609 116 184219 117 174873 118 73930600 119 19121414 121 174371 122 174606 126 174372 130 17000616 132 17000612 182 179127 183 163552 184 173979 174356 181579 DESCRIPTION Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 unc x 1 Gr 5 Bolt Sank 3 8 16
5. N position Move attachment clutch to disengaged position Move throttle control to fast position Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below 7 Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts push choke control in wait a few minutes and try again H engine still does not start pull the choke control out and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above 8 When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly H the engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below 8 When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the en gine to accept small changes in speed and load until the choke control is fully in If the engine starts to run roughly pul
6. Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quanti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness ACAUTION Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT When operating in tempera tures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separa tion and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine 2 13 sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake Place motion control lever in neutral
7. 16 173350800 17 175689 18 73800800 20 163552 DESCRIPTION Plunger Assembly Shaft Assembly Lift Pin Groove E Ring Washer 21 32 x 1 21 Ga Bearing Nylon Grip Handle Fluted Link Lift L H Link Lift Retainer Spring Plate Asm Suspension Front Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 unc Trunnion Front Susp Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13 unc Retainer Spring 43 KEY PART NO NO 31 176205 32 175994 36 155097 37 123935 38 17060516 40 19112410 41 155098 49 145212 51 19171416 52 175378 53 175802 54 175560 lift rh 14 DESCRIPTION Trunion Sups Arm Nut Lift Link 7 16 20 Pointer Height Indicator Plug Hole Screw 5 16 18 x 1 Washer 11 32 x 1 1 2 x 10 Ga Indicator Height Stlt Nut Hex Large Lock Washer 17 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Arm Suspension Rear LH Arm Suspension Rear RH Pin Flange NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 MOWER DECK mower_deck 48prem_stit 44 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 3 138017 Bracket Asm Sway Bar 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 8 174365 Bolt 7 16 Asm Blade The following blades are available 11 173921 Blade 48 Mulching For mulching mowers only 180054 Blade 48 Hi Lift For bagging and discharging 13 174360 Shaft Mandrel Asm Greaseable 14 174358 Housing Mandrel
8. 170371 32 170389 33 142991 34 170390 35 170391 36 170392 37 150792 38 150793 39 150809 40 170393 41 170394 42 170395 43 170396 44 150797 45 170397 46 170398 47 170399 48 170400 49 170401 50 170402 51 170403 52 170404 53 170405 54 170406 55 142977 56 142978 57 58 170407 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 DESCRIPTION Main Housing Assembly Side Housing Assembly Center Section Assembly Swashplate Trunion Machined Block Assembly Sealant 10 5 Oz Hex Flange Screw 1 4 20 X 1 25 Stud 5 16 24 Hex Double End Shaft Input Ring Retaining Spacer Ring Retaining Seal Lip 67 X 1 58 X 276 Ball Brg 17mm ld X 40mm Od 12mm Hex Flange Head Screw 5 16 24 0 75 Lip Seal 18 32 7 Arm Control Bearing 30x52x13 Thrust Check Plug Assembly Washer Shaft Motor Gear Pinion 131 101 48t Gear Gear 10t Jackshaft 60t Bull Gear Sleeve Bearing 75 X 1 575 X 625 SleeveBearing Outboard 75x1 750x 625 Washer 3 4 Id X 1 1 2 Od X 13 Thk Lip Seal Axle Seal Shaft Axle 75 X 11 39 Key R H Shaft Axie 75 X 16 99 Key L H Miter Gear Splined Miter Gear 15t 0 5 id Shaft Ring Spiral Retaining Pin Jackshaft Magnet Ring Spring Bypass Hydro Mtg Screw 3 8 24 X 2 5 Long Filter Base Filter Actuator Bypass Rod Bypass Actuator Arm Bypass Retaining Ring 250 External Seal Lip 741 X 250 X 250 C Flat Washer 5 8 Id X 1 0 Od X 05 Thk Retaini
9. Danger Decal Panel Dash Decal Mower Heavy Duty Decal Replacement Parts Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Reflector RH WHEELS amp TIRES 11 wheel 1 42 21 4 KEY PART NO NO 16 164065 17 164096 18 156811 20 149516 21 186331 23 185980 24 177914 25 177918 26 181470 184310 428 184311 428 166960 192273 192274 1 59192 2 65139 3 106222X 4 59904 5 106732X624 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X624 9 122082X 10 7152 11 104757X428 144334 DESCRIPTION Decal Steering Wheel Decal Dash Decal Fender Opr Decal Battery Decal Hood Side Panel Decal Engine Decal Engine Decal Engine Decal Deck level Pad Footrest ST LT LH Pad Footrest ST LT RH Decal By Pass Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s Spanish DESCRIPTION Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire F Ts 15 x 60 6 Service Tube Front Service Only Rim Asm 6 front Service Fitting Grease Front Wheel Only Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only Rim Asm 8 rear Service Tire R Ts 20 x 10 8 Service Tube Rear Service Only Cap Axle 1 50 x 1 00 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO 1 179504 2 159476 3 188822 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 175830 11 175370 12 175371 13 4939 15 175562
10. Engaged Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades push attachment clutch switch in to disengaged position GROUND DRIVE To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal all the way down Move motion control lever to neutral position IMPORTANT The motion control lever does not return to neutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is depressed ENGINE Move throttle control between half and full speed fast position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed fast posi tion before stopping may cause engine to backfire Turn ignition key to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine run ning hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this pos sibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas Adcaution Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performan
11. PARTS BAG CONTENTS Keys 2 Keys Video Cassette Mower Leveling Wrench A y 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet 2 Bubble Level ASSEMBLY PRE OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory Review the video cassette before you begin When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1 Cut along dotted lines on all four pan els of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat 2 Remove packing materials 3 Remove protective materials from trac tor hood and grille IMPORTANT Check for and remove any staplesin skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY 1 Lift hood to raised position NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instruc tions Label ADJUST SEAT 1 Raise seat and loosen adjustment knob 2 Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat 3 Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down 4 Get off seat without moving its ad justed position 5 Raise seat and tig
12. TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual 2 Remove screws from R H and L H mandrel covers and remove covers REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT Refer to TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT illustration in this section of manual 3 Carefully roll belt over the top of R H mandrel pulley 4 Remove belt from idler pulleys 5 Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely 6 Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and spring arm REMOVE MOWER BLADE SECONDARY DRIVE BELT 7 Carefully roll belt off L H mandrel pul ley Remove belt from center mandrel pulley idler pulley and R H mandrel pulley Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface 8 22 Electric Clutch Pulley R H Mandrel 10 Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that they rotate freely 11 Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and secondary spring arm INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE SECONDARY DRIVE BELT 12 Install new belt in lower groove of R H mandrel pulley idler pulley and center mandrel pulley as shown 13 Carefully roll belt over L H mandrel pulley Make sure belt is in all grooves properly REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT Refer to TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT illustration in this section of manual 14 Install belt into upper groove of R H mandrel pulley and around both idlers Pull belt to fr
13. and adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure that operator presence and interlock systems are working properly If your tractor does not function as described below repair the problem immediately The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment clutch control is in the disen gaged position When the engine is running any at tempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any at tempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine The attachment clutch should never op erate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL 1 Raise mower to highest position to al low access to blades
14. ation about hazards which Pa Af FIRE indicates a hazard which if not avoided result in death serious injury could result in death serious injury and or and or property damage property damage KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Hourmeter Ammeter Throttle Control Clutch Brake Pedal Choke Control Freewheel Control Light Switch Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Switch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Parking Brake Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH Used to engage the mower blades or other at tachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH POSITION Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CONTROL Used to control engine speed CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attac
15. caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do notuse grass catcher on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity Never as sume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equip
16. compressed motive type wax air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place motion control lever in neutral position Place attachment clutch DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key to STOP 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 TRACTOR 7 Remove retainer springs from suspen TO REMOVE MOWER sion arms at deck and disengage arms T from deck Elei EBEN SE 8 pales attachment lift to its highest posi 2 If equipped turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting 3 Lower mower to its lowest position 4 Disengage belt tension rod from lock 9 Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley 10 Slide mower out from under right side bracket of tractor CAUTION Rod is spring loaded Have TO INSTALL MOWER a tight grip on rod and release slowly Be sure tractor is on level surface and 5 Remove retainer spring holding mower suspension arms are raised with anti swaybar to chassis bracket and attachment lift control Engage parking disengage anti sway bar from bracket brake 6 Remove four retainer springs from front 1 Swing an
17. in a suitable container 1 Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked Position Yellow Cap Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise To open pull out on the drain valve After oil has drained completely close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip stick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Clean the foam pre cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs fi
18. least once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level Check brake operation Check tire pressure Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation Check for loose fasteners Ur BUN 15 iMeuelopen os 1 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery 5 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft Ibs maximum Do not overtighten LUBRICATION CHART Zen Zen Front lt gt O Front Wheel Wheel Bearing Bearing Zerk Zerk gt Engine Zerks General Purpose Grease Refer to Maintenance ENGINE Section IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bear ings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If you feel they must be lubricated use only a dry pow dered graphite type lubricant sparingly TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be checked
19. other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it SAFETY RULES DO Mow up and down slopes not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Un even terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Follow the manufacturer s recommend ations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes s ow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge
20. repair w gaskets Kit gasket Kit accelerator pump repair Kit solenoid replacement w gaskets NOTE component dimensions given U S 54 inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 56 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL Ki 15 DEGREES MAX down the face of slopes never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes WARNING avoid serious injury operate your tractor up and 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heate
21. rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless abso lutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direc tion and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Slow down before turning Never leave a running machine unat tended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading or un loading the machine into a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related in juries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or
22. turn idle fuel adjusting needle out counterclockwise 1 8 turn Repeat test and continue to adjust if neces sary until engine accelerates smoothly High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous If you think the engine governed high speed needs ad justing contact a Sears or other qualified service center which has proper equip ment and experience to make any neces sary adjustments Immediately prepare your tractor for stor age at the end of the season or if the trac tor will not be used for 30 days or more AWARNING Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store ina clean dry area 1 Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual 2 Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 3 Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual 4 Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws ar
23. 0 8x10 2 24 063 51 S Baffle fuel spit back 24 041 13 S Gasket fuel spit back cup 24 109 09 S Cup fuel spit back 24 083 03 S Element air cleaner 24 083 05 5 Precleaner element 231032 S Seal breather 24 096 01 S Cover inner air cleaner 12 100 01 S Wing Nut 24 096 67 S Cover air cleaner 54 755 01 S Kit knob w seal includes 19 20 20 341 01 S Knob cover 24 153 20 S O Ring O N A ANOMARWN O A A A N NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 51 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV730 TYPE NUMBER 0028 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS 52 STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART NO NO 1 NOOB OO N M 839080 S 25 098 09 S 25 086 113 S 25 435 04 S 25 755 33 S 25 141 05 5 25 221 01 5 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV730 TYPE NUMBER 0028 DESCRIPTION Screw hex flange M8x1 25x80 2 Starter solenoid shift assem bly includes 3 7 Screw external torx hd Kit solenoid includes 3 Kit pinion drive Includes 6 5 ing Kit brush ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART NO NO 1 24 211 03 S 2 24 090 33 S 3 M 641060 S 4 24 089 01 S 5 25 158 08 S 6 24 079 04 S 7 25 158 11 S 8 M 545016 S 9 547050 5 10 24 089 03 5 11 24 126 56 5 12 645016 5 13 12 237 01 5 14 24 086 43 S 15 24112 27 16 24 090 47 S 17 24468 20 5 18 446030 5 19 24 090 13
24. 2 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 3 4 101 73030800 Nut 112 3645J Bushing 116 184362 Nut NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 00 I TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 SEAT ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pivot Seat Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 unc x 1 Washer 13 32 x 1x 10 Ga Clip Push In Nut Hex w Ins 3 8 16 unc Spring Seat Cprsn Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Ga Pan Seat Knob Seat Adj Wingnut Bracket Mounting Switch St seat Itknob 12 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 13 121248X Bushing Snap Bik 50 Id 14 72050412 Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 15 121249X Spacer Split 28x 88 Zinc 16 123740X Spring Cprsn Plate 1 310 Ga 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc 18 124238X Cap Spring Seat 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 unc 22 510541431 Nut Hex Lock Wiins 5 16 18 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm DECALS 5 KEY PART NO NO 1 187407 2 138047 3 186242 4 186243 5 186572 6 146046 8 178455 9 186573 10 156439 11 177665 12 178482 13 133644 14 175291 15 187408 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 DESCRIPTION Reflector LH Decal Battery Diehard Sears Decal Hood RH Decal Hood LH Decal Seat Craftsman Decal V Belt Drive Schematic Decal Deck Caution Decal Replacement Hood Decal Fender
25. 24 41 159945 Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 163888X428 Boot Steering 43 121749X Washer 25 32 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 46 184946 505 Cap Spindle 65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle 67 72110618 Bolt Sq 3 8 16 unc x 2 1 4 68 169827 Axle Brace 71 175146 Steering Asm 73 160135X428 Extension Steering Stealth 82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front 87 173966 Washer Flat 781 x 1 1 2 15 88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7 16 20 unc 91 175553 Clip Steering 95 188967 Washer Hardened NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 39 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester DESCRIPTION 175439X428 Control Throttle Screw Hwhd Hi Lo 13 16 x 3 4 Engine Kohler Model CV730 0028 See Breakdown Muffler Asm Twin Lo Tone Pipe Exhaust LH Intek Pipe Exhaust RH Intek Bolt 5 16 18 Unc x 3 4 w Sems Shield Browning Muffler Gasket Order from engine Tube Drain oil Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Shield Heat 187768X428 Choke Control KEY PART NO NO 1 2 171875 4 149723 5 146699 6 146700 8 171877 10 146629 13 14 148456 17 17060624 23 169837 25 29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor Flat 40 engine ko twin_18 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 31 179022 Tank Fuel 4 0 Rear 32 179124 428 Cap Asm Fuel 33 123487X Clamp Hose Black 37 8543R Line Fuel 38 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 41 139277 Stem Tank Fuel 45 1700061
26. 5 20 24 468 01 S 21 545020 22 24 090 05 S 23 41 468 03 5 24 403025 25 24 079 22 S 26 24 089 25 5 27 24 089 55 5 DESCRIPTION Bolt round head square neck Lever governor Nut hex flange M6x1 0 Spring linkage Bushing linkage retaining Linkage throttle Bushing throttle linkage Screw hex flange M5x0 8x16 Nut hex lock M5x0 8 Spring choke return Bracket control Screw hex flange M6x1 0x16 4 Clamp cable 2 Screw thread forming 2 Spacer control assembly Lever throttle actuator Washer lock 1 4 Nut hex M4x0 7 Lever throttle control Washer plain 5 5 mm Screw hex flange M5x0 8x20 Lever choke Washer spring 1 4 Screw hex cap M4x0 7x25 Linkage choke Spring governor Spring throttle limiter 53 OIL PAN LUBRICATION KEY PART NO peg gt O ON OO N A amp GOhN O A A A gt A N 22 24 199 07 5 24 393 37 5 24 381 11 5 24 153 01 5 M 631005 S M 645025 S 24 162 26 S 24 043 12 S 12 380 01 S 24 086 17 S 24 086 16 S 25 139 57 S DESCRIPTION Pan assembly oil Includes 2 12 16 Oil pump assembly Includes Tube oil pickup O Ring oil pick up Washer plain 6 mm 2 Screw hex flange M6x1 0x25 2 Screen oil Kit governor gear w pin includes 9 Pin governor regulating Tab locking Shaft governor gear O Ring Filter oil Kit oil cooler Includes 15 Gasket oil f
27. Crownlock 3 8 16 unc Nut Self Thrd Wshd 1 4 Zinc Plate Reinforcement Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Footrest Rod Pivot Chassis Hood Bracket Dash Rh Bracket Dash Lh Parking Brake Bkrt Cupholder Bumper Extrusion 600 x 3 50 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 3 4 Console Fuel Window Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 35 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 GROUND DRIVE wes gt drive hydro stlt_59 36 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO 4 25s 8 165866 9 179334 10 76020416 14 10040400 15 174490544 16 73800500 17 126197 19 73800600 20 173937 21 140845 22 169498 23 190736 24 73350600 25 106888 26 19131316 27 176020412 28 175765 29 124236 30 169592 32 174760512 34 175578 35 120183 36 19211616 37 1572 38 179114 39 172110622 41 175556 47 127783 48 154407 49 123205 50 172110612 51 73680600 52 173680500 53 105710 55 105709 56 17060620 57 140294 59 169691 61 17120614 62 123533 63 174607 DESCRIPTION Transaxle HydroGear Model Number 314 0510 See Break down Rod Shift Fend Clutch Electric Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 Washer Lock Hvy 1 4 Bolt Hex Fighd 5 16 18 Gr 5 Nut Lock Hex W Ins 5 16 18 unc Washer 1 1 2 OD x 15 32 ID x 250 Nut Lock Hex W Wsh 3 8 16 unc Bolt 7 16 20 x 4 x Gr 5 1 5 Knob Rod Brake Bracket Anti Rota
28. Ga Washer 5 16 ID x 1 0 x 125 Bracket Shift Mount Hub Shift Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20 x 3 4 Gr 5 Nut Crownlock 1 4 20 unc Bolt Hex Fin 1 4 20 unc x 1 Gr 5 Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 561 Plate Fastener Cross Shf Nyliner Snap in 5 8 ID Washer Nyl 7 8 ID x 105 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 unc Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 16 18 unc x 1 Bolt Carr Sh 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Gr 5 Nut HexFlange Lock Screw 3 8 16 x 1 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 STEERING ASSEMBLY ESTA steering_stealth_prem_3 38 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 159944 428 Wheel Steering 2 184706 Axle Asm 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 8 12000029 Ring Klip t5304 75 10 175121 Link Drag 11 5 0551137 Washer Lock Hicl Spr 3 8 12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 unf 13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front 15 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock 17 177883 Shaft Asm Steering 29 17000612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 32 180580 Rod Tie 33 19121414 Washer 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Ga 34 10040600 Washer Lock Hlcl Spr 3 8 35 510541537 Nut Lock Center 3 8 24 unf 36 155105 Bushing Strg 37 152927 Screw 38 159946X428 Insert Cap Strg Wh 39 19182411 Washer 9 16 ID x 1 1 2 OD 11Ga 40 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8
29. Motor Shaft 7 1idx1 150dx 030thk Plug Sae 6 O Ring 07 X 301 1 0 Bracket Support Expansion Tank Silicon Sponge Fan 7 in Pulley Hex Lock Nut 1 2 20 Nylon insert Washer Belleville Belt Keeper Center Section Filter Bypass Assembly Filter Assembly Fan Pulley Service Assembly Seal O Ring Kit Kit Expansion Tank Transaxle Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 47 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV730 TYPE NUMBER 0028 CYLINDER HEAD VALVE AND BREATHER CRANKCASE 48 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV730 TYPE NUMBER 0028 HEAD VALVE BREATHER KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 24 033 03 S Kit breather cover w gasket Includes 2 4 2 24 041 50 S Gasket breather 3 24 096 87 S Cover breather 4 25 139 60 S Plug allen hd 1 8 5 M 645020 S Screw hex flange M6x1 0x20 4 6 25 351 01 S Lifter valve 4 7 24 755 66 S Kit valve train Includes 8 11 12 8 24 411 05 S Rod push 4 9 24 841 03 S Kit cylinder head gasket 2 Includes mounting hard ware 10 24 318 72 S Head assembly 2 cylinder 11 25 186 01 S Arm rocker 4 12 24 599 01 S Pivot rocker arm 4 13 66 086 07 S Screw hex flange 4 14 12 086 16 S Screw hex flange M10x1 5x90 8 15 24 755 74 S Kit valve cover plain Includes 16 17 16 24 153 23 S O Rin 17 24 086 32 S
30. N position 6 Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest posi tion 7 Start the engine After engine has started move throttle control to idle position 8 Release parking brake 9 Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid 10 Apply brake to stop tractor set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position 11 Turn ignition key to STOP position Continue with the instructions that follow CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Cor rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower hous ing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replac ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac tor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor we wish to assure that you recei
31. N CYL ENGINES 2 1 E Seeder 9 8 CHARGING SYSTEM QUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM FUEL SHUT OFF 15 AMP DC O 3600 REGULATOR DISCONNECTED SOLENOID E meee REGULATOR BROWN HEADLIGHTS PTO SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS EFE NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED IGNITION SWITCH CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR lid SERVICING OF UNIT THEY ui POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE SHOULD REPLACED Lor fuara none PROPERLY SECURE YOUR ON LIGHTS B At Leaz WIRING gt A ON y ErAt NONE REMOVABLE NON REMOVABLE PTO 02742 CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS CONNECTOR 31 e N n gt n E cE o gt lt lt o u c c O lt 0 ELECTRICAL Un Ls um wu 90 pol Ei EE FF E t i i 1 1 A A S Ki 32 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO NO 1 144927 2 74760412 8 7603J 10 145211 11 150109 12 145769 16 176138 21 175688 22 4152 25 186846 26 175158 27 173510400 28 145491 29 121305 30 175566 33 140403 40 188031 42 154336 45 122822 46 169635 50 174652 55 17490508 79 175242 89 169639 DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 3 4 Tray Battery Bolt Battery Front 1 4 20 x 7 1 2 Holddown Battery Front Nut Push Nylon Ba
32. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN LAWN TRACTOR 25 0 HP 48 Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No 917 273663 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently LL from previously built engines Before you start the engine read and understand this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT For answers to your questions about Read and follow all BEE Safety Rules and Instructions 1 800 659 5917 before operating this equip 5 am 5 pm Mon Sat ment Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman TABLE OF CONTENTS Wa 2 Maintenance AA 15 Safety A 3 Service and Adjustments 19 Product Specifications 5 Storage 27 Assembly Pre Operation 7 Troubleshooting 28 Operation 9 Repair EE 32 Maintenance Schedule 15 Sears Service Back Cover WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two 2 years from the date of purchase if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below Sears wi
33. Screw shoulder 4 18 24 445 01 5 Strap lifting 19 24 016 01 S Valve exhaust ENN 24 016 02 S Valve exhaust 25 2 20 24 017 01 S Valve intake Std 2 24 017 02 S Valve intake 25 2 21 66 032 05 S Seal valve stem 2 22 235011 5 Retainer spring 4 23 24 089 02 S Spring valve 4 24 12 173 01 S Cap valve spring 4 25 12 755 03 S Kit retainer 4 26 24 318 69 S Head assembly 1 cylinder 27 24 755 76 S Kit valve cover breather incl 16 17 28 28 25 313 03 S Grommet rubber 29 24 755 57 5 Kit breather separator Includes 28 30 33 30 M 545016 S Screw hex flange M5x0 8x16 2 31 24 445 02 S Strap breather 32 24 126 44 S Bracket breather separator 33 24 112 12 S Spacer 34 24 326 55 S Hose breath CRANKCASE KEY PART NO O Oo N A A A A A NO 24 032 01 24 018 04 24 402 05 DESCRIPTION Seal front oil Crankcase USE Miniblock 24 782 24 Fitting Pin locating 6 Connecting Rod S Connecting Rod Piston w Ring Set includes 7 8 Piston wiRing Set Piston w Ring Set Piston w Ring Set Ring Set Std amp 0 Ring Set 25 2 Ring Set 50 2 Retainer piston pi Shim camshaft Shim camshaft A Shim camshaft A Shim camshaft A A A O 25 2 Std 2 T3 08 25 2 2 50 8 2 Shim camshaft Shim camshaft Shim camshaft Camshaft Piug cup Screw hex flan
34. When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check Battery Level T R A C T 0 R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil with oil filter Change Engine Oil without oil filter Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter 1f equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual At
35. cating hole in flanged pin the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin necessary move mower side to side to give space between plate and mower brackets IMPORTANT Check belt for proper rout ing in all mower pulley grooves 10 Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket A CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and en gage slowly 11 Connect anti sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring 12 If equipped turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension 13 Raise deck to highest position TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground such as a carport or ga rage Make sure tires are properly inflated See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual If tires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH BUBBLE LEVEL NOTE If necessary check side to side surface below tractor for levelness with a long board and the bubble level Ny O D Using the lift lever place mower position where no part of the mower including gauge wheels is touching the ground From left side of tractor find the level decal on top of mower and place bubble level on decal as indicated Mower is level side to side when bubble is between the two lines in the bubble level f adjustment is nec
36. ce TO USE CHOKE CONTROL Use choke control whenever you are start ing a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever 1 Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral N position 2 Release parking brake 3 Slowly move motion control lever to desired position TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height Grasp lift lever Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position The cutting height range is approxi mately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are mea sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed The average lawn should be cut to approxi mately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and after moderate growth For best cutting performance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating posi
37. cessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirty or plugged cooling fins and or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could cre ate a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG S Replace spark plug s at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carbu retor replacement is required 1 With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu retor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso line CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden Clean engine battery seat finish etc hose or pressure washer to clean your of all foreign matter tractor unless the engine and transmis Keep finished surfaces and wheels free sion are covered to keep water out Water of all gasoline oil etc in engine or transmission will shorten the Protect painted surfaces with auto useful life of your tractor Use
38. e belt into the center span keeper 3 4 5 6 7 3 Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around electric clutch and onto engine pulley Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler Reinstall clutch locator and tighten nut securely Reconnect clutch harness Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual Electric Clutch ES eS a Clutching Idler Center Span Keeper Clutch a Wire Transmission Harness Input Pulley TRANSMISSION REMOVAL REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor See PURGE TRANSMISSION in the Operation section of this manual TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steer ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal Tighten securely FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact your nearest Sears or other qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1 Block up axle securely 2 Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal
39. e is balanced Center Hole Blade 5 8 Bolt or Pin BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use How ever periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open 6 Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power 1 Remove terminal guard 2 Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor Rinse the battery with plain water and dry Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright Coat terminals with grease or petro leum jelly Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY the SERVICE AND AD JUSTMENTS section of this manual TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis sion while engine is running or while the transmission is hot To prevent possible damage to seals do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean
40. e securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary 5 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATTERY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Maintenance section of this manual After cleaning leave cables discon nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals f battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can dam age the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable a
41. equire removal for service or replace ment it should be purged after reinstall ation before operating the tractor 1 Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set 2 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged posi tion See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throt tle control to slow position With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five 5 seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system 5 Move motion control lever to neutral N position Shutoff engine and set parking brake Engage transmission by placing free wheel control in engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to half 1 2 speed With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal 14 8 Slowly move motion control lever for ward after the tractor moves approxi mately five 5 feet slowly move motion control lever to reverse position After the tractor moves approximately f
42. er 10 Spark plug wire loose 10 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 11 Dirty engine air screen fins 11 Clean engine air screen fins 12 Dirty clogged muffler 12 Clean replace muffler 13 Loose or damaged wiring 13 Check all wiring 14 Carburetor out of adjustment 14 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 15 Engine valves out of 15 Contact a Sears or other adjustment qualified service center Excessive Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade vibration bolt Bent blade mandrel Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Loose damaged part s Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety Check wiring switches and to run when presence control system connections If not corrected operator leaves contact a Sears or other seat with qualified service center attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven 1 Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Mower deck not level Level mower deck Buildup of grass leaves and 3 Clean underside of mower trash under mower housing Bent blade mandrel Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Clogged mower deck vent Clean around mandrels to from build up of grass leaves open vent holes and trash around mandrels Mower blades will 1 Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction not rotate mechanism Worn damaged mow
43. er drive 2 Replace mower drive belt belt Frozen idler pulley Replace idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Poor grass Engine speed too slow Place throttle control in discharge FAST position Travel speed too fast Shift to slower speed TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge continued Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed 10 Improper blades used Headlight s not working if so equipped Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Switch is OFF Bulb s or lamp s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Battery will not charge Loss of drive Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Freewheel control in disengaged position Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken Air trapped in transmission Engine backfires 1 when turning engine OFF during shipment or servicing Engine throttle control not set 1 between half and full speed fast positi
44. essary under left hand footrest turn lift link adjustment nut above yellow cap in appropriate direction to bring bubble between the lines in the bubble level Remove bubble level from mower and store in a safe place Bubble Between Bubble Level Lines Level Decal Brake Pedal Left Hand Footrest no om Lift Link SEDE 2 Adjustment Nut Yellow Cap ALTERNATE SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT METHOD Raise mower to its highest position Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same f adjustment is necessary make adjust ment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 16 Recheck measurements after adjusting Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground GROUND LINE Suspension Arm ss Lift Link Adjustment Nut gt FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side If the following front to back adjustment is necessary be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side to side To obtain the best cutting results the mower blades should be adjusted so the fron
45. feet and throw ing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death AWARNING In order to prevent ac cidental starting when setting up trans porting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug AWWARNING Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor AWARNING Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor A WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm A WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instruc tions in the manual and on the machine before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as
46. ge M5x0 8x10 2 Retainer reed 2 Reed breather 2 O Ring lower oil fill tube Bracket oil fill tube Tube oil fill Screw hex flange M5x0 8x16 O Ring upper oil fill tube Dipstick assembly Includes 21 22 Kit oil fill cap Includes 22 O Ring dipstick Retainer ring Washer nylon top Seal governor cross shaft Washer bottom Shaft governor cross NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV730 TYPE NUMBER 0028 IGNITION ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES AIR INTAKE 50 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV730 TYPE NUMBER 0028 IGNITION ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 54 755 15 S Kit grass screen Includes 2 4 and 24 113 18 S M 403025 S Screw hex cap M4x0 7x25 4 25 92 5 Washer plain 5 16 4 24 112 04 S Spacer grass screen 4 25 086 47 S Bolt shoulder M6x1 0x16 4 24 157 08 S Fan 12 086 14 S Screw hex flange M10x1 5x46 12 468 03 S Washer plain 3 8 X 42 15 S Key 24 025 01 S Flywheel 41 403 09 S Rectifier regulator X 25 92 S Washer plain 3 16 3 24 086 18 S Screw phillips hd 11 16x7 8 2 OO NOUR W N P CH 236602 5 Connector 3 contact 54 755 09 Kit 15 amp stator includes 16 24 126 71 S Bracket stator wire 12 132 02 S Spark Plug 2 18 M 548025 S Screw hex cap M5x0 8x25 2 ad
47. hment lift lever when changing its position IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine AMMETER Indicates battery charging or discharging PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake into the brake position MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of the tractor HOURMETER Indicates hours of opera tion WEAR YOUR 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 while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine 1 Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and hold 2 Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold trac tor secure Push In to Disengaged Attachment Clutch Choke Switch Pull Out To Control Throttle Control Brake Position Brake as Pedal m gt Drive Disengaged Control Lever Position Position Parking Brake
48. hni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES poli RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in main taining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual A WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim proved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark ar rester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Congratulations on making a smart pur chase Your new Craftsman product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require repair from time to time That s when having a Repair Protection Agreement ca
49. hten adjustment knob securely Adjustment Knob NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls 1 Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po sition 2 Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal 3 Place freewheel control in trans mission disengaged position See TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual 4 Roll tractor forward off skid TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls A WARNING Before starting read un derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects 1 Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed 2 Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline 3 Place freewheel control in trans mission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in Operation section of this manual 4 Siton seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake 5 Place motion control lever in neutral
50. igh N Position Low Position Push In To Disengage Attachment Clutch Switch Deflector Pull Out To Shield Engage 12 TO OPERATE ON HILLS WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual Choose the slowest speed before start ing up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake posi tion and engage parking brake Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT The motion control lever does not return to neutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is depressed To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor 1 Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control 2 Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH To re engage transmission reverse above p
51. ilter adapter Cooler assembly oil Nipple oil filter Plug hex ctsk 3 8 Seal oil PTO end Screw hex flange M8x1 25x45 Screw hex flange 8 1 25 45 9 NUR a hd solid 3 8 NOTE All component dimensions given U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 730 TYPE NUMBER 0028 CRANKSHAFT CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 24 014 42 S Crankshaft Includes 2 2 52 139 09 S Plug cup EXHAUST KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 24 041 49 S Gasket exhaust 2 2 25 072 04 S Stud M8x1 25x33 4 PA CV730 0018Replacement Engine 24522327 Short Block 24 782 23 Miniblock 24 755 113 S Gasket Set FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 24 853 90 S 2 24 041 52 S 3 24 041 14 S 4 M 629095 S 5 M 641060 S 6 47 154 01 S d 52 353 22 5 8 25 237 14 S 9 24 086 12 5 10 24 393 16 S 11 24 100 01 S 13 24 353 03 5 14 15 353 04 5 15 24 050 02 5 NOT ILLUSTRATED 24 234 02 S 24 757 18 S 24 757 19 S 24 757 20 5 24 757 21 5 24 757 22 5 Kit carburetor w gaskets Includes 2 3 Gasket carburetor Gasket air cleaner base Stud M6x1 0x95 2 Nut hex flange M6x1 0 2 Clip cable Line fuel 12 1 2 Clamp hose 6 Screw hex cap M6x1 7x18 2 Pump fuel pulse Nut plastic 2 Line fuel 10 5 8 Line fuel 11 1 2 Filter fuel Bowl fuel Kit overhaul w gaskets Kit choke
52. ive 5 feet return the motion control lever to the neutral N position Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three 3 times Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut Have the cut area to the right of the tractor This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished 00272 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and pos sible fire hazard from dried clippings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired
53. l the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in cold weather the transmission should be warmed up as follows 1 Be sure the tractor is on level ground 2 Place the motion control lever in neutral Release the parking brake and let the clutch brake slowly return to operating position d M E 3 Allow one minute for transmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period The attachments can be used during the engine warm up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be ad justed for best engine performance see TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual PURGE TRANSMISSION A CAUTION Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running To ensure proper operation and per formance it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT Should your transmission r
54. ll also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years During the first 30 days of purchase there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty See exclusions below For your conve nience IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur chase but a trip charge will apply This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location For the nearest authorized Sears location please call 1 800 4 MY HOME This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States This Warranty does not cover Expendable items which become worn during normal use including but not limited to blades spark plugs air cleaners belts and oil filters Standard Maintenance Servicing oil changes or tune ups Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects such as nails thorns stumps or glass Repairs necessary because of operator abuse including but not limited to damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft or over speeding the engine Repairs necessary because of operator negligence including but not limited to elec trical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil failure to keep the deck clear of flammable deb
55. lternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor age container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the car buretor Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER S 1 Remove spark plug s 2 Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s 3 Turn ignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil 4 Replace with new spark plug s OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems If possible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt Cover your tractor with a suitable pro tective cover that does not retain mois ture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start E
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57. nd away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER 1 BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery 2 RED cable last from both batteries Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery REPLACING BATTERY WARNING Do not short battery termi nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding 1 Lift hood to raised position 2 Remove terminal guard 3 Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor 4 Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery 5 Reinstall terminal guard 6 First connect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely 7 Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative battery terminal with re maining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely 8 Close terminal access doors 9 Close hood Keps Nut Terminal Tm Access Door Terminal Red Cable Guard Negative Black Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1 Raise hood 2 Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill 3 Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside
58. nd down slopes 15 Max not across PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 4 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type Regular Oil Type SAE 10W30 API SG SL above 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F W Filter 4 0 Pints W O Filter 3 5 Pints Champion RC12YC Oil Capacity Spark Plug Gap 030 Ground Speed MPH Tire Pressure 0 5 5 0 2 4 Forward Reverse Front 14 PSI Rear 10 PSI Charging System 15 Amps 3600 RPM Battery Amp Hr 35 Min CCA 280 Case size U1R Blade Bolt Torque 45 55 Ft Lbs Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope f machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact a Sears or other qualified service center We have competent well trained tec
59. ng Ring Bearing Center Block Spring Helical Compression Washer 20w 50 Oil Brake Yoke KEY PART NO NO 59 170408 60 142883 61 142882 62 142887 63 170410 64 142892 65 170411 66 189386 67 170413 68 170414 69 170415 70 170416 71 170417 72 170418 73 142884 74 170419 75 170420 76 170421 77 170422 78 142969 79 142980 80 150778 81 170423 82 170424 83 161168 84 170425 85 170426 87 142917 88 170429 90 170430 93 170431 107 170432 108 170433 109 170434 111 170435 113 170437 116 170438 119 170439 120 188312 121 170441 122 170442 123 170443 124 170444 125 170445 126 170446 127 170447 128 173165 900 166768 DESCRIPTION Rotor Brake Brake Puck Puck Plate Brake Actuating Pin Hfhes 1 4 20x2 W Patch SpecialFlange Bolt 1 4 20 X 1 W Patch Spacer Spring Brake Arm Bias Sq Hd Bolt 5 16 24 Ribbed Arm Brake Slotted Hex Nut 5 16 24 Cotter Pin 3 32 X 3 4 Compression Spring Brake Anti Drag Washer Ht 51D X 1 O D X 032 Flat Washer 11 32 1 0 X 7 8 O D Oil Seal 625 X 1 0 X 25 Check Plug Assembly 027 Washer Stud 5 16 24 Friction Pack Puck 330 X 1 50 X 0975 Spring Helical Comp Spacer Hex Lock Nut 5 16 24Unif Nylon Insert Wedge Friction Pack Clip Washer 316x1 50x 1046 Plated Pin Standard Headless Fitting 5 16 Sae 5 32 Tube Hose Expansion Tank Cap Poppet Valve Bolt Self Tapping 10 32 X 1 2 Puck Inner Wedge Spring Clip Housing Thrust Deflector Washer
60. ngine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment 10 Engine valves out of adjustment Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es Weak or dead battery Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil 28 Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gas oline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjus
61. of Y O 19 235173 5 Clip cable 20 48 154 02 S Clip cable 21 X 25 63 S Washer plain 1 4 22 24 584 01 S Module ignition 2 23 M 545020 S Screw hex flange M5x0 8x20 4 NOT ILLUSTRATED 24 126 137 5 Bracket ground strap 24 176 82 S Harness wiring 24 113 18 S Decal grass screen 25 454 03 S Tie wire 3 BLOWER HOUSING amp BAFFLES KEY PAR NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 24 027 114 S Housing blower Incl 2 24 096 85 S 25 086 91 S 24 100 01 S Nut plastic 2 545020 5 Screw hex flange M5x0 8x20 4 545016 5 Screw hex flange M5x0 8x16 3 551016 5 Screw hex flange M5x0 8x16 M 645016 S Screw hex flange M6x1 0x16 6 24 146 16 S Plate backing 2 side 24 146 20 S Plate backing 1 side 24 063 39 S Baffle cylinder barrel 2 side 10 24 063 60 S Baffle valley 1 side 11 M 545010 S Screw hex flange M5x0 8x10 2 12 24 063 58 S Baffle cylinder barrel 1 side 13 24 063 14 S Baffle valley 2 side NOT ILLUSTRATED 24 096 85 5 Cover blower housing 25 086 91 5 Screw tapping o o oc WN AIR INTAKE FILTRATION KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 651040 5 Screw hex flange M6x1 0x40 4 24 164 51 S Manifold intake Includes 3 4 24 153 27 5 O Ring intake port 2 24 041 52 S Gasket carburetor 24 041 14 S Gasket air cleaner base 24 094 34 S Base air cleaner 24 126 130 S Bracket air cleaner base M 545010 S Screw hex flange M5x
62. of the grill 4 Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor 4 When replacing hood be sure to re connect the headlight wire connector Hood Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customers ex pense may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or individual Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer s service outlet TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjust ment is necessary proceed as follows 1 With engine not running move throttle control lever to fast position 2 Check that speed control lever is against stop screw If it is not loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable until lever is against screw Tighten clamp sc
63. on before stopping engine 30 Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Turn switch ON Replace bulb s or lamp s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Replace alternator Place freewheel control in engaged position Replace motion drive belt Purge transmission Move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before stopping engine TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 SCHEMATIC BLACK RED O ER SOLENOID RED RED STARTER BLACK e AMMETER OPTIONAL WHITE E ELECTRIC CLUTCH 1 1 OO 5 Ile e O 6 a 5 CLUTCH BRAKE fb E PEDALUP IGNITION RED SWITCH SEAT SWITCH 5 NOT OCCUPIED 2 DISENGAGED yy GROUNDING NICE CONNECTOR METER OPTIONAL BLACK us Abbe SPARK PLUGS FUEL O BAP TM 2 PLUGS EINE GH ON TWI
64. ont of mower to remove slack 15 Reinstall mandrel covers and securely tighten all screws 16 Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all grooves correctly 17 Reinstall mower to tractor See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual Secondary Idler Arm Mower Blade Secondary Drive Belt RH Mandrel TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be checked and adjusted TO CHECK BRAKE 1 Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission dis engaged position Pull freewheel con trol out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor for ward If the rear wheels rotate the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced TO ADJUST BRAKE 1 Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake Measure distance between brake oper ating arm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 9 16 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until dis
65. purging instructions See START ENGINE and PURGE TRANS MISSION in the Operation section of this manual OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning R L a REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION E 8 ol 6 y ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED Ol eat i mm E OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT QHBOS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS AND FEET AWAY SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury gt gt gt FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury A CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in damage Failure to follow instructions to the tractor and or engine could result in serious injury or HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which death The safety alert symbol almus If not avoided could result in death serious injury is used to identify safety inform and or property damage
66. rear wheels have a square key Do not lose 3 Repair tire and reassemble NOTE On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key 4 Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove 5 Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks purchase and use tire sealant from Sears Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Retaining Ring Axle Cover Washers Square Key Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT TERY AWARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from bat teries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BAT TERY in the Maintenance section of this manual If jumper cables used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES 1 Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis 2 Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery 3 Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis grou
67. rew securely Idle Fuel Adjusting gt Idle Speed Needle If Equipped Adjusting Screw Throttle Control Cable Stop e Clamp 5 crew Choke Control Cable TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary check adjustment as described be low before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows 1 With engine not running move choke control located on dash panel to full choke position 2 Remove air cleaner cover filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke See AIR FILTER in the Main tenance section of this manual 3 Choke should be closed If it is not loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw securely 4 Reassemble air cleaner Choke TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment proceed as follows In general turning the adjusting needles in clockwise decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel air mixture Tu
68. rface Engage parking brake 2 Lower mower to its lowest position 3 Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket CAUTION Rod is spring loaded Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly 4 Remove screws from R H mandrel cover and remove cover 5 Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck sur face 6 Disconnect R H suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Carefully roll belt over the top of R H mandrel pulley 8 Remove belt from electric clutch pulley 9 Remove belt from idler pulleys 10 Check primary idler arm and two iers to see that they rotate freely 11 Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and spring arm MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION 12 Install belt in both idlers 13 Install new belt onto electric clutch pul ley 14 Carefully roll belt into upper groove of R H mandrel pulley 15 Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly 16 Reconnect R H suspension arm to rear deck bracket with retainer spring 17 Reassemble R H mandrel cover 18 Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket Mandrel Cover Belt Tension Rod Disengaged Position RN 2 Spring Arm R H Suspension Arm Primary Idler Arm TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE SECONDARY DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake 1 Remove mower See
69. ris or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual Engine fuel system cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami nated or oxidized stale In general fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur chase date Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes or product label replacement Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety 90 days from date of purchase if any battery included with this riding equip ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge Sears will replace the battery at no charge During the first 30 days of purchase there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME After the first 30 days for your convenience IN HOME warranty service will still be avail able but a trip charge will apply This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location For the nearest authorized Sears location please call 1 800 4 MY HOME This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 2 SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and
70. rning the adjusting needles out counterclockwise increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel air mixture IMPORTANT Damage to the needles and the seats in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight PRELIMINARY SETTING 1 Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly see TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 2 With engine off turn idle fuel adjust ing needle in clockwise closing it finger tight and then turn out counter clockwise 1 turn FINAL SETTING 1 Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position NOTE The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be adjusted 2 Idle speed setting With throttle control lever in slow position engine should idle at 1750 RPM If engine idles too slow or fast turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is at tained 3 Idle fuel needle setting With throttle control lever in slow position turn idle fuel adjusting needle in clockwise until engine speed decreases and then turn out counterclockwise approxi mately 3 4 turn to obtain the best low speed performance 4 Recheck idle speed Readjust if neces sary ACCELERATION TEST 5 Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position If engine hesitates or dies
71. rocedure Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil 1 Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Unthread and remove oil fill cap dipstick wipe oil off Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap onto the tube Remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainte nance section in this manual DD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane
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73. rst Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions 1 Loosen knob and remove cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER 2 Slide foam pre cleaner off cartridge Wash it in liquid detergent and water Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth Allow it to dry Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Replace a dirty bent or damaged car tridge NOTE Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air as this will damage the cartridge 1 Remove nut and cartridge plate 2 Reinstall the pre cleaner cleaned and oiled over the paper cartridge Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud Replace if necessary Reassemble air cleaner cartridge plate and nut Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob 3 4 5 d Foam Cartridge Pre Cleaner 18 CLEAN AIR SCREEN 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 stub born dried gum fibers CLEAN AIR INTAKE COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling make sure the grass screen cooling fins and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times Every 100 hours of operation more often under extremely dusty dirty conditions remove the blower housing and other cool ing shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as ne
74. t Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 10 Contact a Sears or other ONDARON qualified service center Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Depress brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact a Sears or other qualified service center Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Raise cutting height reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Faulty spark plug Clean and regap or change continued spark plug Dirty fuel filter Replace fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Water in fuel Empty fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gas oline and replace fuel filt
75. t tip is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position ACAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth Check adjustment on right side of tractor Position any blade so the tip is pointing straight forward Measure distance at front and rear tip of blade Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front plate links are equal in length If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link To lower front of blade loosen nut on both front links an equal number of turns NOTE Each full turn of nut C will change dim B by approximately 3 16 When distance is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut D against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut D from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut on both front links an equal num ber of turns The two front links must remain equal in length When distance is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut D against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment 20 Blade 02548 21 BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST EQUAL IN LENGTH Nut Di Trunnion Front Plate Assembly TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1 Park tractor on a level su
76. tance becomes 1 9 16 Retighten jam nut against nut A Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission engaged position Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than five 5 feet in highest gear further maintenance is neces sary Replace brake pads or contact a Sears or other qualified service center 2 3 Idler Pulley 23 Secondary Spring Arm Center adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or other qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers 2 Disconnect clutch wire harness Remove clutch locator Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around electric clutch Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor BELT INSTALLATION 1 Carefully work new belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley 2 Slid
77. ti sway bar to left side of plate assembly and remove plate mower deck Lock Bracket Front Mower Belt Tension Rod Bracket Disengaged 7 Electric Clutch Double Loop Position b Pulley Retainer Springs i RP Front Plate Chassis Assembly Bracket p Reamer 7 Single Loop Spring Retainer Springs Anti Sway Flanged Pins Bar USEPLIERSFOR UY 5 g Front Mower RETAINER SPRINGS L SS Bracket Suspension NS 3 Loop Up Arms Double Loop N S Retainer Springs Outward pointing deck pins Deflector Shield 2 Slide mower under tractor with deflec tor shield to right side of tractor IMPORTANT Check belt for proper rout ing in all mower pulley grooves 3 If equipped turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control Be sure belt tension rod is in disen gaged position Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck pins Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown 8 Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown 9 Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower brackets NOTE To assist in lo
78. tion Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 unc Spring Brake Rod Washer Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 CAD Rod Parking Brake Knob Brake Parking Bracket Transaxle Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 unc x 3 4 Shaft Foot Pedal Bearing Nylon Washer Pin Roll Pulley Composite Bolt 3 8 16 unc x 2 3 4 Gr 5 Keeper Belt Idler Flat Pulley Idler V Groove Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drw Sti Retainer Belt Bolt Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 unc Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 unc Link Clutch Spring Return Clutch Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 V Belt Ground Drive Keeper Center Span Screw 3 8 16 x 875 Cover Pedal Pulley Engine 37 263 PART NO 10040700 154778 142432 169183 169182 137057 121749X 12000001 123583X 121748X 165596 165711 19171216 169594 188309X428 170201 4497H 19091210 72140608 73900600 175456 19133210 166002 165589 183900 72140406 73680400 74780416 165623 17490510 165492 165580 169613 169593 169612 72140508 72110614 145212 17000616 17000612 DESCRIPTION Washer Keeper Belt Engine Screw Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 1 2 unc Strap Torque LH Strap Torque RH Spacer Axle Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga E Ring Key Square Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga Shaft Assy Cross Taper Spring Torsion Washer 17 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Link Transaxle Console Shift Rod Bypass Retainer Spring 1 Zinc Cad Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 10 Ga Bolt RDHD SQNK 3 8 16 unc x 1 Nut Lock Fig 3 8 16 unc Spacer Retainer Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10
79. tion Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions NOTE Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface 1 2 9 Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting height Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar Lower gauge wheels to ground Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground 4 Replace retainer spring into clevis pin 5 Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting IMPORTANT Be sure to readjust gauge wheels if you change the cutting height of the mower deck Retainer Spring Clevis Pin TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip ment on rough rolling terrain or hills 1 Select desired height of cut 2 Start mower blades by engaging at tachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control AACAUTION Do not operate the mower with out either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the deflector shield in place Attachment 4 Lift Lever H
80. ttery Front 1 4 Switch Interlock Harness Light Bulb Light 1156 Cable Fuse Nut Hex Keps 1 4 20 unc Cable Ground Switch Seat NC Gray Switch Ignition Key Harness Ignition Cover Terminal Ammeter Hourmeter Switch PTO Screw Thd Roll 5 16 18 x 1 2 Socket Asm Bulb Twistlock Bracket Snap in NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 33 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis stealth stlt_16 34 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO NO 1 174619 2 176554 9 187934X428 10 172140608 11 167203 13 188702X010 14 17490608 17 175260X615 20 162026 26 570541437 28 174515X615 29 161840 30 188572X615 31 139976 37 17490508 38 175710 54 161464 58 175351 59 187495 60 STD533707 64 174997 74 STD541437 90 124346X 142 175702 143 186689 144 175582 145 156524 154 161897 155 161900 158 162037 159 179950X428 161 164655 209 17000612 217 179132X418 278 191611 DESCRIPTION Chassis Drawbar Dash Bolt RDHD SQNK 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash LH Panel Dash RH Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Hood Assembly Plate Battery Locknut Hex with Insert 3 8 16 unc Grille Lens Bar Fender Footrest Bracket Fender Support Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 TYT Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 Duct Hood Bushing 1 375 OD Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 unc x 3 4 Dash Lower Nut
81. unc x 1 Bar Pnt Adj Pin Head Rivet Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Bracket Asm Noseroller RH Nut Lock Hex w ins 3 8 16 unc Noseroller Bracket Asm Noseroller LH Washer Hardened Spring Primary Drive Pulley Idler V Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3 8 16 unc x 2 Arm Spring Secondary Link Tension Relief Lever Bolt Carr 5 16 18 x 3 4 Tension Asm Relief Lever Arm Spring Tension Relief Bolt Shoulder Gauge Wheel Nut Centerlock 3 8 16 unc Washer 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Ga Spring Secondary Drive Bushing Pivot Tension Relief Arm Idler Primary Deck Screw 3 8 16 x 1 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 Rod Roller Nose Retainer Spring Keeper Belt Idler Mandrel Asm Service Includes Key Nos 13 15 Replacement Mower Complete Std Deck Order separately nose roller components key nos 91 94 95 132 182 and 183 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 273663 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 314 0510 SEALANT 57 20W50 6 AS 57 UR NS S RS NS 7 Y KEA 109 46 78 8 OZ SEAL AND O RING KIT 127 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 314 0510 KEY PART NO NO 1 170351 2 170352 3 170353 4 170354 5 169898 6 170355 7 170356 8 170357 9 170358 10 170359 11 170360 12 169870 13 170361 14 169869 16 170362 17 170363 18 170364 19 150771 23 170365 24 170366 27 170367 28 170368 29 170369 30 170370 31
82. ve the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product Please review the following checklist All assembly instructions have been completed w No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight ened securely All tires are properly inflated For ship ping purposes the tires were overin flated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Y Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Y Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged po sition see To Transport in the Opera tion section of this manual While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to the following important items Engine oil is at proper level v Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regu lar unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operat ing condition It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time Follow proper starting and trans mission

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