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Craftsman 917.27066 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. RR MB RR e RE e i RR rm BR rem rem mm op mm em o ie rm rm rm rm rs en QU 7 34 ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 2 70 DESCRIPTION Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20unc x 3 4 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 Case Battery Switch Interlock Push In Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Jam Hex 1 4 20 Unc Hamess Asm Light W 4152j Bulb Light 1156 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 red Cable Battery 6 Ga w 16 wire red Fuse 15 AMP Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black Switch Plunger Nc Gray Switch ign 4 Pos Nut Ignition Cover Sw Key Blk 1 25 Text SLT Key Ign Molded Craftsman Harness ign Man Cl Am Hm 97 Boit Blk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Nut Keps Blk Hex 1 4 20 Unc Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp Protection Wire Loop Harness Engine NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 35 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 36 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO NO 1 165583 2 140356 3 17490612 4 19131216 5 72 9 1619173013 10 0 11 155927 12 145660 13 155934X010 14 17490608 17 144983X558 18 5874 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 145198X558 29 155217599 30 151287X558 31 13997
2. Improper blades used Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Switch is OFF Bulb s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Turn switch ON Replace bulb s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Headlight s not working if so equipped Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Battery will not charge Replace alternator Freewheel control in disen gaged position Motion drive belt worn dam aged or broken Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing Place freewheel control in en gaged position Heplace motion drive belt Loss of drive Purge transmission Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping en gine Move throttle control to SLOW position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping en gine Engine backfires when turning engine O FF 32 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 SCHEMATIC RE D RED Os AMMETER OPTIONAL IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH OFF jG M L NON
3. Holes A Screw Throttle Cable Check that holes A in governor con trol lever and hole in governor plate line up If holes A are not aligned loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned Tighten clamp screw securely TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE The carburetor on this engine is low emission It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle The carburetor has been preset at the fac tory and adjustment should not be neces sary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment pro ceed as follows In general turning idle mixture valve in clockwise decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel air mix ture Turning the idle mixture valve out counterclockwise increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel air mixture IMPORTANT Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may re sult if screw is turned in too tight PRELIMINARY SETTING Air cleaner assembly must be as sembled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments Be sure the throttle control cable is ad justed properly see above FINAL SETTING Start engine and al
4. mom xa go qq MN a mI RA ate _ a ma A General Purpose Grease A 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 lubricat ing bearings If you feel they must be lubricated use only a dry powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly 18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be ad justed 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 de scribed below repair the
5. 27 136874 28 19131416 29 17490612 30 0 ga 130465 36 155099 37 27 38 139769 39 19133808 40 3 7 41 1007111 42 4 43 7 44 153720 46 1212324 47 6855M 51 STD541431 54 74780520 62 167902 63 STD523710 65 154780 6 154404 67 4 68 929 79 19132012 80 74950612 DESCRIPTION Steering Wheel Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL Spindle Assembly L H Spindle Assembly R H Bearing Race Thrust Hardened Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Steering Column Draglink Extended Stamped Washer Lock Bearing Axle STLT GT Nut Lock Flange 5 8 11 UNC Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx Pittman Shaft Assembly Bracket Steering Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Screw Thd Roll 3 8 16 x 3 4 Pin Rod Tie Bushing Steering Screw Insert Steering Wheel Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 8 Gauge Gripco Nut Adaptor Steering Wheel Boot Steering Shaft Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Extension Shaft Steering LR LT Cap Spindle Fitting Grease Nut Lock Hex w Ins 5 16 18 UNC Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 1 1 4 Kit Steering Asm Service Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 Spacer Axle Bearing Arm Pittman Bolt Fin Hex 5 8 11 UNC x 2 3 4 Axie Brace Washer 13 82 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga Bott Hex Nylon 3 8 16 x 3 4 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm
6. CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY SYSTEM 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY AMP HR 25 MIN CCA 190 CASE SIZE U1R 2 35 FT LBS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor it has been de signed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to ser vice 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 MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail able on this product Contact your nearest sears store for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual 44 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 applicabie 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
7. Flush Rotating Stator Alternator Screw Sems Strap Starter Drive Starter Cap and Dipstick Oil Filler Seal Filler Tube gt Tube Oil Filler Element Filter O Ring Air Cleaner Armature Starter Bushing Governor Crank Bolt Carriage Nut Hex Clamp Fuel Pipe Pin Cotter Retainer Spring Choke Retum Seal Spring Assy Seal Spring Assy Boot Spark Plug Brace Air Cleaner Screw Sems Screw 90 Pin Dowel Gear Ring Includes Mounting Hardware Cover Starter Screw Torx Clip Wire Retainer Wire Gear Timing 57 1029 1033 1034 1036 1044 1054 1058 1090 1091 2500 PART NO 213998 399891 298909 94593 280104 394856 497605 497604 270920 496415 224110 494435 272610 262835 281361 495862 393456 497672 94010 497607 281364 DESCRIPTION 28N707 1026 496050 Lir k Counterweight Counterweight Assembly Pin Counterweight Screw Counterweight Gear Starter Cap Drive Cap End Housing Starter Seal Cil Filler Cap Fill Group Oil Terminal Ignition Cable Seal Assembly Valve Gasket Valve Bushing Guide Intake amp Ex haust Cover Air Cleaner Body Air Cleaner Diode and Connector Assemb Solenoid Nut Hex Bowl Assembly Carburetor Carburetor Gasket Set Seal Throttle Shaft Fan Flywheel Retainer Fan Label Kit Gasket Cover Cover Rocker Arm Rod Push Intake Rod Push Exhaust Arm Rocker Valve Overhaul Kit Gui
8. Governor Control Screw Sems Air Cleaner Crank Govemor Lever Assembly Governor Washer Governor Crank Spring Governor Link Cap Valve Filter Fuel in Fuel Line Clamp Casing Screw Hex Head Included in Gasket Set 495993 Included in Carburetor Kit 499233 included in both Gasket Set 495993 and Valve Overhaul Kit 495992 Included in Gasket Set 495993 Carburetor Kit 499233 and Carburetor Gasket Set 494385 NOTE Ali component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 56 KEY NO 294 304 305 306 307 309 310 311 333 334 510 537 552 727 728 729A 741 PART NO 810068 496280 94786 225020 94930 497595 497602 497608 495859 94731 491055 93705 497708 495993 19203 89838 94903 493909 493903 494439 393474 93621 806000 497606 495230 281370 496113 272403 281106 497603 491986 94907 231978 230192 490324 94951 281390 225170 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 BRIGGS 8 STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 DESCRIPTION x Screw Set Housing Blower Screw Hex Head Blower Housing Mounting Shield Cylinder Screw Cylinder Shield Motor Starter Bolt Thru Brush Set Armature Magneto Screw Sems Armature Mount ing Plug Spark Screw Hex Head Wire Assembly Gasket Set Puller Flywheel Wrench Spark Plug Screw Sems Cartridge Air Cleaner Knob Air Cleaner Screen
9. Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC Rod Pivot with Nibs Rod Clutch Secondary with Nibs Guard Mandrel L H Retainer Screw Thd Roli 1 4 20 x 5 8 Washer Hardened Roller Assembly Cam Follower Bolt Shoulder 410 24 Grade 5 KEY PART NO NO 51 STD541410 52 139888 53 131845 54 133943 55 155046 56 122052X 58 140086 59 141043 67 162113 68 144200 71 142427 72 131870 73 127847 74 121748X 75 12000029 76 128903 77 127845 78 160570 79 127498 80 153701 81 73350600 82 142028 83 120958X 84 156084 85 72140620 92 STD541437 101 136420 102 71161010 103 19061216 104 STD551110 105 160793 106 2029 128 153390 129 19131312 130 STD523710 131 STD533710 132 19132203 141 6266 190794 164963 DESCRIPTION Locknut Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC Arm Assembly Pad Brake Washer Hardened Arm idler Spacer Retainer Spring Torsion Brakes Guard TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval V Beit Rod Clutch Primary with Nibs Spring Retum Arm Clutch Secondary Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bolt Shoulder 3 8 16 UNC x 1 44 Keeper Spring Lever Asm Clutch Pri Pim STL Bushing Large Brass Spring Mower Clutch Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc Trunnion Adj Washer Sintered Keeper Belt Idler Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Nut Mulcher Cover Screw Washer 10 Washer Lock Latch Assembly Bagger Nut Weld Washer Felt Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Bolt Fin Hex 3
10. Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga Strap Torque Rh Spacer Split Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Ring E Key Square Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga Shaft Asm Cross Spring Torsion Washer 17 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Link Transaxle Console Shift Nut Self Thd Wshd 1 4 Line Fuel Fan 7 Control Asm Bypass Hydro Spring Retainer 1 Keeper Belt Rh Nut Keps 3 8 16 UNC Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 UNF Arm Control Pump 500 Hydro Bolt Head Hex 5 16 x 18 x 1 Screw Hex Wh Hd 410 24 x 1 5 8 Adapter Fan od Rdhd Sq Neck 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Bolt Hex Flghd 5 16 18 Gr 5 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 2 1 4 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 1 1 2 Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10 Washer 5 16 x 1 0 x 1 25 Bott Shoulder 5 16 18unc 2A Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tapered Flange Shift Washer 29 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20 x 3 4 Gr 5 Nut Crownlock 1 4 20 Unc Bolt Hex Fin 1 4 20 x 1 Washer 5 8 x 281 x 10 Ga Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5 16 x 1 0 x 125 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 561 Plate Fastener Cross Shaft NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 STEERING ASSEMBLY 40 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO 1 139768 2 154427 3 156483 4 157473 5 668 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 32668 10 156438 11 STD551137 13 154779 15 73901000 17 156546 18 57079 19 160395 22 165857 23 165851 25 154406 26 77
11. power Open battery box door 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 HEPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual 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 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 inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean inspect cooling fins for dirt grass clippings and other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use compressed 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 transaxle ever leak or require servicing contact your nearest authorized service center department ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SG or SH Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected o
12. 166706 Pad Footrest RH STLT 12 146046 Decal V Belt Drive Schernatic 166707 Owner s Manual English 13 163250 Decal Dash Panel 165377 Owner s Manual Spanish 14 160396 Decal V Beit Schematic WHEELS amp TIRES KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Vaiue Tire Va 2 65139 Stem Value 7 3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X60 6 Service 4 10 4 59904 Tube Inner Front 35060 5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6 front White Service 4 6 278H Fitting Grease 7 9040H Bearing Flange 11 8 1061083427 Rim Asm 8 rear White Service 9 106268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5 8 Service 10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service 11 104757X Cap Axle Bik 1 50 X 1 0 144334 Sealant Tire 10 oz tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 45 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 LIFT ASSEMBLY 46 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 LIFT ASSEMBLY 98 PART NO 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X DESCRIPTION Washer Asm Inner Spring W Plunger Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove E Ring 45133 62 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 21 Ga Bearing Nylong Grip Handle Fluted Button Plunger Read Link Asm Lift L H Link Asm Lift R H Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion Bik Zinc Nut Crownlock 1 2 13 Unc Arm Suspension Mower Retainer Spring Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE Ail component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25
13. 41 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 ENGINE r 0 lt 2 0 6 her 4 x he 42 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 ENGINE 8 5 5 78 81 DESCRIPTION Controi Throt Ch Lh Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20x5 8 T Engine See Breakdown Briggs Model 28U707 1174 E1 Muffler Exhaust B amp S Lt Gasket 1 313 id Tin Plated Nipple Pipe 3 8 Npt X 3 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Shield Browning Debris Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented Clamp Hose Bik Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 Line Fuel 20 Plug Oil Drain See Engine Breakdown Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdro 1 4 20x3 4 Washer 9 32 X 7 8 X 16ga Washer Lock Hvy Hicl Spr 5 16 Screw Hexhd Cap 5 16 18x3 4 Screw Thdrot 3 8 16x1 1 4 Tytt Nut Flange 1 4 20 Starter Nut NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 43 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 SEAT ASSEMBLY gt gt 1 SS N 14 e Very Fg f i m ama EE _ RA i 1 1 aiti 3 AA L y d A s P d d we A 3 0 E e A s m Ns uo d 0 Te m us 1 2 o 4 d e p a Kang KEY
14. 8 16 UNC x 1 Gi 5 Bolt ROHD SQNK 3 8 16 UNC gt 1 Spacer Washer 13 32 1 D x 1 3 8 O D x 1 4 Washer Thrust 75 x 1 230 Mandrel Assembly Includes Key Numbers 8 10 12 15 31 and 32 Mower Deck Complete Stan dard Deck Order Separately Mulcher Plate Components Key Nos 101 106 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 HYDRO TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 319 0500 N lt lt FR P 1 y NN N 50 58 mad J CO O GOS 15 DO y amp t 8 8 8 88 ES PART NO 142986 142987 142932 142928 142933 142934 142935 150771 142937 142938 142939 142940 142941 150772 150773 142944 142945 142946 150774 142948 142949 142950 150787 142951 142952 142953 142954 142955 150777 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 HYDRO TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 319 0500 DESCRIPTION Housing Lower Assembly Upper Housing Seal Lip Ring Wire Retaining Ring Retaining Bearing Shaft Ball Bearing Cradle Bearing Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 Swashplate Variable Block Cylinder Assembly Arm Trunnion Seal Lip Guide Slot Shaft Motor Bearing Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 Block Cylinder Assembly Seal Lip 10x 25x 7 Actuator Bypass Center Section Assembly Kit Seal Lip 26x 42x 8 Ring Retaining Washer 26 x 35 x 1 Nut Jam
15. MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 3 20 634A 842 524 868 868A 9 54 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 1019 LABEL KIT 240 1036 LABEL KIT EMISSIONS N 1058 OWNER S MANUAL 55 NO 24 25 26 2348298285 8 g amp 5 8 PART NO 496412 399265 391086 494238 272569 94637 225136 94832 491323 281346 499030 94098 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 DESCRIPTION La L Cylinder Assembly Bearing Cylinder Seal Cil Base Engine Head Cylinder Gasket Cylinder Head Breather Assembly Gasket Valve Cover Screw Sems Tube Breather Gasket Crankcase Cover 015 Gasket Crankcase Cover 005 Gasket Crankcase Cover 009 Screw Cylinder Head Plug Oil Drain Crankshaft Timing Gear Key Seal Oil Screw Sems Base Mounting Flywheel and Ring Gear Assem bly Magneto Key Flywheel Piston Assembly Standard Size Piston Assembly 010 Oversize Piston Assembly 020 Oversize Piston Assembly 030 Oversize Ring Set Piston Standard Size Ring Set Piston 010 Oversize Ring Set Piston 020 Oversize Ring Set Piston 030 Oversize Lock Piston Pin Pin Assy Piston Standard Size Pin Assy Piston 005 Over
16. bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill 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 dia gram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 15 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash 26 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY Haise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector e Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedures Headlight Wire Connector Nebe EI D W I ENGINE Manintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customers expense may be performed by any non road engine repair estyablishment or indi vidual Warranty repairs must be per formed 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 With engine not running move throttle control lever from slow to choke posi tion Slowly move lever from choke to fast position Governor Control Leve Governor Controi Plate
17. days or more CAUTION Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage This will allow you to clean it thor oughly Remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting Bl 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 TERMI NALS in the Maintenance section of this manual After cleaning leave cables discon nected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery ter minals If battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or
18. dead battery Recharge or replace battery Dirty fuel filter Replace fuel filter e Stale or dirty fuel Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Check all wiring See To Adiust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjust ment Engine will not turn Over Clutch brake pedal not de pressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Depress clutch 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 e Contact an authorized service center Faulty operator presence switch es Engine clicks but will not start Weak or dead battery Recharge or replace battery Corroded battery terminals Clean battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Check all wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Check replace solenoid or starter Loss of power Cutting too much grass too Set in Higher Cut position re fast duce speed Throttle in CHOKE position Adjust throttle control Build up of grass leaves and Clean underside of mower trash under mower housing D
19. excess oil If very dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner Reinstall pre cleaner over cartridge Reinstall cover and secure with knob s TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Remove cartridge nut Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge Reinstall cartridge nut precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean the cartridge They may cause deteriora tion of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge P Cover Knob Cover ZA Gei Paper Foam Cartridge Pre Cleaner Base MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first 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 carbure tor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fu
20. front of the right rear wheel and lightly tighten Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off While holding motion control lever in place loosen the adjustment bolt Move motion control lever to the neutral N lock gate position Tighten adjustment bolt securely NOTE If additonal clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt move mower deck height to the lowest position After above adjustment is made if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position follow these steps Loosen the adjustment bolt Move the motion control lever 1 4 to 1 2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep Tighten adjustment bolt securely Start engine and test If tractor still creeps repeat above steps until satisfied Motion Contro Lever Neutral Lock Gate TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual 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 authorized service center department TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAI
21. is being removed from hydraulic drive system Move motion control lever to neutrai N position Shut off engine and set park ing brake Engage transmission by placing free wheel control in driving position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual e Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle contro to half 1 2 speed With motion control lever in neutral N posi tion slowly disengage clutch brake pedal 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 five 5 feet return the motion control lever to the neutral N position Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three 3 times Your tractor is now purged and ready for normal operation MOWING TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor 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 been cut Have the cut area to the right of the tractor This will result in a more even distribu tion of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that cl
22. problem mediately The engine should not start unless the clutch brake pedal is fully depressed and attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position When the engine is running any attempt 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 attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades Aue REMOVAL Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly Reassembie hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated Mandrel Trailing Blade Assembly Edge Up Flat Washer IN Lock waste SS Hex Bott Grade 8 A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bolt head TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced Care should be taken to keep
23. size Rod Assembly Connecting Rod Assembly Connecting 020 Undersize Crankpin Bore Screw Hex Washer Head 1 57 64 Screw Hex Washer Head 1 5 8 Valve Exhaust Valve Intake Spring Valve Guard Flywheel Retainer Valve Spring Tappet Valve Gear Cam Gasket Carburetor Carburetor to Elbow Gasket Carburetor Elbow to Cylinder Stud Carburetor Mounting Washer Spring Screw Pan Head Seal Governor Shaft Bushing Throttie Shaft Valve Needie Screw Throttle KEY NO 98 104 105 106 108 108A 111 117 kid PART NO 495800 231789 94905 495157 493935 94742 262785 262836 394358 221535 94704 DESCRIPTION Screw Idle Speed Pin Float Hinge Valve Float Seat Inlet Valve Valve Choke Lmt 153 Valve Choke Lmt 154 Spring Choke Lmt 155 Jet Needle Valve Std Jet Needle Valve Hi Alt Carburetor Overhaul Kit Screw Elbow Mounting Carburetor Assembly Plug Welch Sold in Kit Only kiki Valve Throttle Shaft and Lever Throttle Float Carburetor Gasket Float Bowl Washer Bowi Choke Shaft Kit Choke A Matic Choke Shaft Kit Choke A Matic Nozzle Carburetor Key Timing Gear Elbow Carburetor Stud Rocker Arm Nut Air Cleaner Mounting Connector Hose Line Fuel Cut to Suit Screw Sems Screw Assembly Rocker Arm Link Governor Spring Governor Link Choke Gear Governor Plate
24. tractor on lower than the rear when the mower is in level surface Engage parking brake its highest position BELT REMOVAL Check adjustment on right side of tractor Remove mower from tractor See TO Measure distance D directly in front and REMOVE MOWER in this section of behind the mandrel at bottom edge of this manual mower housing as shown Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys To obtain the best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so Pull beit away from mower BELT INSTALLATION nstall new belt in reverse order of re moval Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides Mandrel Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust able brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in high est gear then brake must be adjusted Depress clutch brake pedal and en gage 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 distance becomes 1 9 16 Retighten jam nut against nut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still reater than six 6 feet in highest gear urther maintenance is necessary Con tact your nearest authori
25. under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 5 lf equipped with adjustable system 1 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 3 If equipped with oil filter change oi every 50 hours 4 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 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 per odically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season e 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 as sure 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 e Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation Check for loose fasteners Spindle A Front rtf 6 Not required H equipped with maintenance free battery 7 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft Abs maximum Do not overtighten LUBRICATION CHART Spindle Zerk A Zerk 7 Front Wheel 8 Wheel Bearing Zerk SC Engine A 1
26. with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Replace blade mandrel Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an autho rized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Level mower deck Clean underside of mower housing Replace blade mandrel Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Remove obstruction Repiace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrei Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to siower speed Allow grass to dry before mow ing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pres sure Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass discharge Buildup of grass leaves and cont d trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed CORRECTION Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Clean around mandrels to open vent holes
27. 000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual PURGE TRANSMISSION AA CAUTION Never engage or disen gage freewheel lever while the engine is running To ensure proper operation and perfor mance it is recommended that the trans mission be purged before operating trac tor for the first time This procedure will re move any trapped air inside the transmis sion which may have developed during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT Should your transmission require removal for service or replace ment it should be purged after reinstalla tion before operating the tractor Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling posi tion See TO TRANSPORT in this sec tion of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to slow position With motion control lever in neutral N posi tion slowly disengage clutch brake pedal Move motion control lever to full for ward position and hold for five 5 sec onds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels The air
28. 0807 74760512 155071 120183X 19211616 1572H 131494 74760644 4470J 165838 19131312 8883H 140186 71170764 10040700 154778 134683 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 DESCRIPTION Transmission See Breakdown Hydro Gear Model 319 0500 Spring Retum Brake Pulley Transmission Rod Shift Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Lock Hex w Ins 5 16 18 UNC Bolt Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 Nut Lock Hex wANsh 3 8 16 UNC Knob Rd 1 2 13 Plstc Thds Bik Rod Brake Nut Spring Rod Brake Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Rod Parking Brake Cap Parking Brake Bracket Transmission Bolt Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 Shaft Foot Pedal Bearing Nylon Washer Pin Roll Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Spacer Split Keeper Belt Idier Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Pulley Idler V Belt Belicrank Clutch Grnd Drusti Retainer Belt Bolt Nut Nut Crownlock 5 16 28 Link Clutch Spring Return Clutch Bolt Hex 3 B 16 UNC x 1 1 4 V Belt Drive Keeper Belt Center M Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Type Cover Pedal Pulley Engine Bolt Hex 7 16 x 4 Gr 5 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Guide Belt Mower Drive RH PART NO 141417 19132012 141418 121199X 121749X 12000001 123583X 121748X 165595 165711 19171216 165816 164890X428 124346X 142564 140462 144643 4497H 144201 73510600 73940800 141421 71070516 17541026 145098 72110610 DESCRIPTION Strap Torque Lh
29. 4 mm 47 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 MOWER DECK 48 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO 1 164961 2 7677 3 7 4 138440 5 STD624008 6 130832 8 850857 9 STD551137 10 140296 11 134149 12 895 13 137645 14 128774 15 557 16 40309 17 72110610 18 72140505 19 132827 20 159770 21 ST1D541431 22 134753 23 131267 24 105304X 25 123713 26 110452X 27 130968 28 19111016 23 131491 30 157722 31 129963 32 153535 33 137266 34 STD533717 35 133835 36 131494 37 19131316 40 7 41 133551 43 140063 44 8 45 STD624003 46 137729 48 4 4 49 155066 50 131340 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 DESCRIPTION Mower Housing Bolt Bracket Assembly Sway Bar Front Bracket Assembly Sway Bar Retainer Spring Arm Suspension Rear Bolt Hex 3 8 24 x 1 25 Grade 8 Washer Lock Washer Hardened Blade Mulching Bearing Bail Shaft Assembly Mandrel Vented Includes Key Number 6 Housing Mandrel Vented Bearing Ball Mandrel Stripper Vented Mower Deck Boit Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Shouider Baffle Vortex Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 UNC Stiffener Bracket Bracket Deflector Cap Sleeve S Spring Torsion Deflector Nut Push Shield Deflector Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge Rod Hinge Screw Thdrol Washer Head Washer Spacer Pultey Mandrel Nut Toplock Flanged Bolt Fastner Christmas Tree Pulley Idler Flat Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Gauge
30. 6 37 17490508 38 139886 39 87 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 145201 54 4 55 145202 57 767 60 72140606 64 154798 570541437 74 158418 140 165867 142 154966 143 154207 144 156524 145 74780612 191 5479 DESCRIPTION Chassis Drawbar Screw Thd Roll 3 8 16 x 3 4 Washer 13 32 x 3 4 x 16 Gauge Bumper Hood Dash Dash Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 3 4 Panel Dash L H Clip Tinnerman Grille P L Panel Dash R H Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Hood Assembly Bumper Hood Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grille w Clips MS 558 Lens Grille Fend Ftrest Pnt STLT N HLD 558 Bracket Fender Support Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Pivot Bracket Assembly L H Pivot Bracket Assembly R H Nut Lock w Insert 1 4 20 UNC Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Bracket Grille Pickoff LH Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20 UNC x 75 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 UNC x 3 4 Dash Lower STLT Nut Crownlock 3 8016 UNC Bracket Suspension Front Plate Reinforcement STLT Bracket Swaybar Chassis Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT Rod Pivot Chassis Hood Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc x 3 4 Gr 5 Plug Button NOTE component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 37 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 GROUND DRIVE 38 GROUND DRIVE a N g 2 a 2s 288 98989860988 38982828 74780616 73800600 106933X 19131316 76020412 145204 124236X 13
31. Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across 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 Do turn on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradual ly downhill if possible WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer amp Look for this symbol to point out impor tant safety precautions It means CAU TION BECOME AWARE YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED 44 CAUTION In order to prevent acci dental starting when setting up transport ing adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug birth defects or other reproductive harm PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 1 25 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED AND TYPE REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 30 API SF SG SH above 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F OIL CAPACITY SPARK PLUG GAP 030 VALVE CLEARANCE GROUND SPEED 3 0 PINTS Champion RC12YC INTAKE 003 005 EXHAUST 005 007 FORWARD 0 5 7 MPH REVERSE 0 27 TIRE PRESSURE FRONT 14 PSI REAR 12 PSI
32. Cil Filter Element Arm Bypass Ring Retaining Arm Actuating Pin Actuating Bolt 5 16 24 x 1 3 4 51 858888159898888928898888828258 58 PART NO 150778 142958 142884 142990 142991 142961 142963 142964 142965 142966 142967 142920 142969 144610 142977 142978 142993 142976 142917 142918 142980 144607 144608 150775 150776 140607 DESCRIPTION Locknut Hex 5 16 24 UNJC Brake Rotor Stator Kit Washer 7 16 x 7 8 x 060 Differential Assembly Washer 3 4 x 1 5 x 13 Seal 75 x 1 25 x 250 Shaft Input Bolt 1 4 20 x 1 38 Pin 5 OD x 43 ID x 750 Arm Control Puck Dampener Set Screw Spring Stud 5 16 24 Spring Block Washer Block Thrust Sleeve Bearing Seal Wiper Cap Vent Assembly Fitting O Ring Assembly Spacer Nut Castle 5 16 24 Pin Cotter Spring Compression Nut Hex 5 16 24 Transaxle Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS LL SEE REPAIR TO INSTA INSTRUCTION MANUAL 52 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 BRIGGS 8 STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 6 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 0117 1270 186 E _ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 53 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE
33. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE OR DER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery Hed cable last from both batteries Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Positive Terminal Negative Terminal REPLACING BATTERY 4 CAUTION 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 re move metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery First connect RED battery cable to posi tive terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative terminal with remaining hex boit and keps nut Tighten securely Close battery box door Seat Pan Battery Door Box Positive Red Cable Negative Black Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace
34. E RUNLIGHT 8 1 A Y RUN BL NONE start 8 1 5 NONE 1 LACK BATTERY no 2o FUSE STARTER 4 zu 1 ES BLACK SOLENOID CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL UP SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED d am j eg em em e 1 I mm BLACK re ENT GLUTCH GROUNDING HOUR CLUTCH OFF CONNECTOR METER OPTIONAL SPARK PLUG e BLACK 58 E GAP 2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES 28 VOLTS AC MIN 3600 RPM CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED 209 SYSTEM OUTPUT DC 3600 APM FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT 5 AMP AC 3600 RPM DIODE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS 40 WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS NON REMOVABLE REMOVABLE SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING HEADLIGHTS 33 Y Oo 6 LU cc TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 ELECTRICAL MR I
35. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 15 5 HP ELECTRIC START 42 MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No EZ 917 270660 v KT RAFISMA e Safety Assembly e Operation Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION For answers to your questions about this product Call Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions 1 800 659 5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip 5 am 5 pm Mon Sat ment Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman Website www sears com craftsman TABLE OF CONTENTS WESTAN saan Oa E 2 Maintenance 18 Safety Rules 2 X Service and Adjustments 22 Product Specifications A d cete ne ERE 29 ASSEMDIV E 8 Troubleshooting 30 OOTY Mirada nds 11 HOPO PANS mm 34 Maintenance Schedule 18 Parts Ordering Back Cover WARRANTY LIMITED TWO YEAR 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 found to be defective in material or workmanship This Warranty does not cover Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as blades spark pl
36. PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 140122 Seat 3350 Bik bik Craftsman 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat bik 13 121248X Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id 3 STDS23710 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc X 1 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 1 2 4 19131610 Washer 13 32 X 3 4 X 10 Ga 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 16 121250 Spring Coren 1 27 Pnt 6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock wins 3 8 16 Unc 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 21 153236 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc 2A 8 17490616 Screw Tndrol 3 8 16 X 1 Ty tt 22 11 Nut Hex Lock w Ins 5 16 18 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga 10 155925 Pan Pnt Seat bik 25 127018 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 X 62 11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut NOTE Ali component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 44 DECALS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270660 KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 156811 Decal Oper Instr 15 88 Decal Engine 2 167179 Decal Replacement 16 142341 Decal Drawbar Contro Move 3 0 Decal Hood R H ment Hyd LT 4 163202 Decal Hood L H 20 149516 Decal Battery Dngr Psn Eng 6 133644 Decal Customer Maintenance 21 163205 Decal Fender Sd Wht 8 166687 Decal Deck Mower EZ 138311 Decal Lift Handie 9 163204 Decal Fender Craftsman 154515 Pad Footrest LH STLT 10 156439 Decal Fender Danger
37. RS Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose Hepair tire and reassemble Onrear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover 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 Washers Retaining A Axle Cover Ab A Square Key Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK BATTERY CAUTION Lead acid batteries gener ate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batter ies Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the en gine it should be recharged See TERY in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT Your tractor Is equiped with a 12 volt negative grounded system The other vehical must also be a 12 volt nega tive grounded system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicals 25 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each bat tery taking care not to short against chassis
38. TS Tow only the attachments that are recommended 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 Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill o 14 For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainte nance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainte nance section in this manual ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide depos its 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 IMPORTANT When operating in tem peratures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help in sure good cold weather starting 44 WARNING Experience indicates
39. ce and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces 1 800 665 4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 6 am 11 pm CST 7 days a week PartsDirect 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 SEARS Home Central 166706 Rev 3 8 20 99 JH RH Printed in U S A
40. ce with new spark plug s OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline wil cause problems If possible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt Cover your tractor with a suitable protec tive cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are still warm TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM cause CORRECTION Will not start e Out of fuel Fill fuel tank 4 Engine not CHOKED prop See TO START ENGINE in erly Operation section Engine flooded Wait several minutes before at tempting to start Replace spark plug e Clean replace air filter Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjust ment Hard to start Dirty air filter Clean replace air filter Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Weak or
41. clamped Y Before driving tractor be sure free wheel control is in drive position While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to the following important items Y Engine oil is at proper level Y Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Y 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 v It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions See TO START ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION 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 F BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING mm hu ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED ra R N HL ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED S KEEP AREA CLEAR LOPE HAZARDS O ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECT EN FREE WHEEL DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Automatic Models only 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrat
42. damp surfaces ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to pavon gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fue 29 filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation o acids during storage Acidic gas can dam age the fuel system of a engine while in storage Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let 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 al ternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add sta bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage 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 carbure tor Do not drain the gas tank and carbure tor 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 Remove spark plug s Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s Turn ignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil Repla
43. de Assembly Push Rod Label Kit Emissions Screw Hex Head Tie Cable Manual Owner s Retainer Brush Cap Limiter Replacement Engine Replacement Shortbiock RPM Settings Low 1650 1850 High 3200 3400 kk kkk amp wkkk NOTE included in Gasket Set 495993 included in Carburetor Kit 499233 Included in both Gasket Set 495993 and Valve Overhaul Kit 495992 Included in Gasket Set 495993 Carburetor Kit 499233 and Carburetor Gasket Set 494385 All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 58 6S SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ULT ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL 7 NOT ACROSS HILL Tus Our ON D IS A TED UNES LEVEL WITH TP L 443 de 4 4 44 i 354 44 dir ELS klr EE 449241 1 4 Operate yonr Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes MEA For in home major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 In Canada for all your servi
44. ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do nottry to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use 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 machine and the mowing activity Never assume 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 fail 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 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 ti
45. ed in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury 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 DO e Mow up and down slopes not across 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 Follow the manufacturers recommen dations 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 slow 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 e Do notturn on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradual ly downhill if possible e 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
46. el line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clam ps are properly positioned e Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline Protect painted surfaces with automo tive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Before performing any service or adjustments Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place motion control lever in neutral N position Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key OFF and remove key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor Place attachment clutch in DISEN GAGED position Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley e Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring e Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring e Disconnect su
47. ess plunger with thumb and move le ver to desired position The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are ap proximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e The average lawn should be cut to ap proximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches dur ing 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 rela tively high the second to desired height 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 Select desired height of cut Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disen gage attachment clutch control 4 CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the discharge guard in place TO OPERATE ON HILLS 44 CAUTION 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 starting up or d
48. follow CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfiatec at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance e Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS sectior of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Servic and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of this manual Verify that the belts 9 are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake s properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual INSTALL MULCHER PLATE nstall two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw washer lock washer and weld nut as shown NOTE Pre assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down Tighten hardware securely Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place as shown Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck 44 CAUTION Do not remove discharge guard from mower Rai
49. ght and keep equipment 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 SAFETY RULES Stop and inspect the equipment if you check components and replace with strike an object Repair if necessary manufacturer s recommended parts before restarting when necessary Never make adjustments or repairs Mower blades are sharp and can cut with the engine running Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them to wear damage and deterioration Check brake operation frequently Ad which could expose moving parts or al just and service as required low objects to be thrown Frequently Be sure the area is clear of other Remove obstacles such as rocks tree people before mowing Stop machine if limbs etc anyone enters the area Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Never carry passengers 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
50. ions with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Throttle Choke Control Clutch Brake THH Control TH Freewheel Control Light Switch Ignition Position Switch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever a o Height e Adjustment Indicator Parking Brake Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other at tachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used to control eng ne speed 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 MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of the tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment 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 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects throw
51. ippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow n the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings 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 ful 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 the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use The special mulching blade recut the grass clippings many times and re duce them in size so that as they fali onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn Always mulch with your highest engine blade speed as this will provide the best re cutting action of the blades Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to for
52. irty air filter Clean replace air filter Low oil level dirty oii Check oil level change oil TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM cause CORRECTION Loss of power cont d Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment gt a Eng ne valves out of adjust ment Excessive vibration Worn bent or loose blade Bent blade mandrel Loose damaged part s Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with at tachment clutch engaged Faulty operator safety pres ence control system Poor cut uneven Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Obstruction in clutch mecha nism Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley Frozen blade mandref Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Engine speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade 31 Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill
53. l Remove protective materials from trac tor hood and grill IMPORTANT Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid Insert 3 8 Hex Bolt er 3 8 Lockwasher Large Flat Steering Wheel Extension Shaft 5 16 Lock nut Bolt en A Lower Steering Shaft Md Tab _ Slots TEL HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY Lift seat pan to raised postion and open battery box door 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 structions Seat Pan Battery Box Door Terminal INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Tighten shoulder bolt securely Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down Get off seat without moving its adjusted posit on Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely Seat Washer TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of c
54. l cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap 8 tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick 20 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Cil Drain 7477 Plug 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 ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins To reassemble reverse above proce dure Blower Housing Screws DipstickTube y Assembly Engine Cooling Fins 7 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 first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions Remove knob s and cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER Slide foam pre cleaner off cartridge Wash it in liquid detergent and water Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove
55. l to slow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire e Turn ignition key to OFF position and re move key Always remove key when leav ing tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas amp CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leav ing the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc TO USE 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 performance TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral N position Release parking brake and clutch brake pedal e Slowly move motion control lever to de sired position TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height e Grasp lift lever Pr
56. low to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position Move throttle control lever to slow posi tion With finger rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then counterclock wise until engine runs rough Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions Release throttle lever 27 ACCELERATION TEST e Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position If engine hesitates or dies turn idle mixture valve out counter clockwise 1 8 turn Repeat test and continue to adjust if necessary until en gine accelerates smoothly High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT Never tamper with the en gine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed set ting can be dangerous If you think the en gine governed high speed needs adjust ing contact your nearest authorized ser vice center department which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments 28 idie Speed Throttle Screw Lever Idle Mixture Valve With Limiter STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for stor age at the end of the season or if the trac tor will not be used for 30
57. ly easier Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below 1 9 16 wrench 2 1 2 wrench 1 Pliers 1 Utility knife 1 Phillips Screw 1 Tire pressure driver auge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means from your point of view when you are in the operating posi tion seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON e Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from shipping carton Cut from top to bottom along lines on all four corners of shipping carton and lay panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or boxes and remove BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mount ng holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten boit and nut securely to 18 22 ft Ibs torque Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft extension Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter Assemble large flat washer 3 8 lock washer 3 8 hex boit and tighten securely Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering whee
58. m clumps and in terferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun For best results adjust the mower cut ting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades For extremely heavy mulching reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly Certain types of grass and grass condi 17 tions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings When doing a sec ond cut mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE T Interlock Systems R A T 0 R LESS INS Adjust Motion Drive Belt s Tension EA 5 BE MAINTENANCE 457 X 119 81911111 SSSS SS Replace Oil Fiter eguie Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace 1 Replace Air Fiter Paper erger 1 T TT r lw Ti 8861 EM inspect gestor E ECH Y mr SEA lv _ lt Change more often when operating
59. n into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust ments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spec tacles or standard safety glasses 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 Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold Place parking brake lever in EN GAGED position and release pressure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in BRAKE position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure Attachment Clutch Lever Engaged Position Disengaged Throttle Choke Control Position Brake Position Parking Brake Engaged Position Clutch Brake Motion Pedal Drive Disengaged Control Lever Position Position STOPPING MOWER BLADES e To stop mower blades move attach ment clutch Lever to DISENGAGED position GROUND DRIVE To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position 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 de pressed ENGINE Move throttle contro
60. of California the above is re quired by law Section 4442 of the Cali fornia 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 Authorized Service Center See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 Large Flat Washer 0 o 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 Q 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE 1 ritni 2 Screws x 5 8 2 Washers 3 16 x 3 4 x 16 Gauge Parts Bag contents not shown full size Parts packet separately in carton Video Cassette Steering Mulcher Boot Plate Parts Bag 2 Weld Nuts 10 2 Lock Washers 10 a 2 Latch Hook Assemblies Hl Steering Wheel Adapter Slope Sheet ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness Review the video cassette before you begin TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assemb
61. om edge of mower to ground Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1 4 of each other If adjustment is necessary make ad justment 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 1 8 Recheck measurements after adjust ing Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of 5 x Mower to Mower to Ground Ground When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment Mandrel d D Ra Ds Ground Une 1 Nut it Nut E Trunnion Lift Link Adjustment Nut FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side the following front to back adjust ment is 2 be sure to adjust both Front Links front links equally so mower will stay level side to side TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 placed without tools Park the
62. ontrols Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal Place freewheel control in freewheelinc position to disengage transmission See TO TRANSPORT in the Opera t on section of this manual Roli tractor forwardoff skid Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID A WARNING Before starting read understand 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 Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline Place freewheel control in transmissio engaged position Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake Place motion control lever in neutrai N position Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Start the engine After engine has started move throttle control to idle position Release parking brake Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid Apply brake to stop tractor set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position Turn ignition key to OFF position Continue with the instructions that
63. or more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several at tempts move throttle control to fast po sition wait a few minutes and try again If engine still does not start move the throttle control back to the choke posi tion and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position he attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not ac cept the load restart the engine and al low it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly then move throttle control to fast posi tion This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to sev eral minutes depending on the temper ature AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in cold weather the transmission should be warmed up as follows Be sure the tractor is on level ground Place the motion control lever in neu tral Release the parking brake and let the clutch brake slowly return to operat ing position Allow one minute for transmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period The attachments can also be used dur ing the engine warm up period after the transmission has been warmed up NOTE At a high altitude above 3
64. own 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 position 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 de pressed Attachment Clutch Attachment Lift Lever High Position Position Disengaged Position x Guard Discharge 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 Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control 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 reengage transmission reverse above procedure 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 ATTACHMEN
65. perating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES SAE 30 ey Be 20 60 80 100 DC am 20 10 o 10 30 4 RE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE TEMPERATU NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one ear Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF SG or SH Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Use gauge on oil fil
66. se and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory NOTE It is not necessary to change blades The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also Weld Nut From The Top Lock Washer Weld Nut Latch Hook Weld Nut Washer Mulcher Plate m Washer Screw Deflector Shield Latch Hooks Lock Washer CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tract r we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product Please review the following checklist V All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Y Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely Y All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Y Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling 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
67. spension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retaine springs Clutch Lever Suspension 5 Retainer Spring Disconnect front links from deck by re moving retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under trac tor IMPORTANT If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor remove the front links TO INSTALL MOWER Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e Slide mower under tractor with dis charge guard to right side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position e Install mower in reverse order of re moval instructions Retainer Spring Engine Pulley B gt Front Link Retainer Springs Both Sides Retainer Springs Both Sides TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Before making any necessary adjust Adjust the mower while tractor is parked ments check that both front links are on level ground or driveway Make sure equal in length Both links should be tires are properly inflated See PROD approximately 10 3 8 UCT SPECIFICATIONS Iftires are over If links are not equal in length adjust or underinflated you will not properly ad one link to same length as other link just your mower To lower front of mower loosen nut E SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT E both front links an equal number of urns Haise mower to its highest position At the midpoint of both sides of mower measure height from bott
68. that 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 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 44 CAUTION Fili to bottom of gas tank filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame 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 Be 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 N position Move attachment clutch to DISEN GAGED position Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to START position and re lease key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously f
69. the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine he blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while it is 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 bal ancer 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 onto 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 blade is balanced Center Hole 5 8 Bolt or Pin 19 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 Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The origina 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
70. ther capable of amputating hands and feet people before mowing Stop machine if and throwing objects Failure to observe anyone enters the area the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless abso GENERAL OPERATION lutely necessary Always look down Read understand and follow all and behind before and while backing instructions in the manual and on the Be aware of the mower discharge machine before starting direction and do not point it at anyone Only allow responsible adults who are Do not operate the mower without familiar with the instructions to operate either the entire grass catcher or the the machine guard in place Clear the area of objects such as rocks Slow down before turning toys wire etc which could be picked Never leave a running machine up and thrown by the blade unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and ramnva kee hafnra dismorintina SAFETY RULES 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 unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involv
71. ugs air cleaners beits etc Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects such as nails thorns stumps or glass Repairs necessary because of operator abuse negligence improper storage or ac cident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con tained in the owner s manual Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety 90 days from date of purchase if any battery included with this riding equipment 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 In home war ranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase Please contact your nearest service center After 30 days from the date of purchase warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center In home warranty service will still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States This War ranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co D 817 WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT This cutting machine is Be sure the area is clear of o
72. zed service center department With Parking Brake Engaged Do Not touch this nut If further brake adjust ment is necessary contact your nearest autho rized service center department Install mower in reverse order of re moval instructions ldler Pulleys 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 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades Pull belt toward front of tractor and re move downward from around engine pulley Install new belt by reversing above pro cedure Transmission Input Pulley TRANSMISSION REMOVAL REPLACE MENT 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 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE VER ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed it may be adjusted as follows Loosen adjustment bolt in

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