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Craftsman 917.270751 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. od dais pM VPE 68 When mowing large areas start by turn ing to the right so that clippings will dis charge away from shrubs fences drive ways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possi ble fire hazard from dried clippings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when itis wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave unde sirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by se lecting a low enough gear to give the mower the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired o When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used e 2 9 o MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use e The special mulching blade will recut e Certain types of grass and grass condi 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 grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto t
2. M 4 1 ehm Mc eR E v at Nm ent WITH Steering Wheel Adapter 08 ETE ESA aru SAA O TN ITE LURE Steering Extension LER Shaft VOTE LE de aed apa pans aa 7 rears STONER re Sheet AY ERA GARG A SS Steering TST MAMAN ne T H H 1 i 3 i 3 E 8 aede ci er Fon PS AOR Notit HNN M 3 AE ON CEE NEN A AT MM FRISCH Hi PH HMI 1 SA eh MEA EIN mrm rar arr ram SEERE 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 assembie 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 socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below 1 9 16 wrench 1 3 4 Socket w 2 7 16 wrenches drive rachet 2 1 2 wrench 1 Phillips Screw 1 3 4 wrench driver
3. t ES E PART NO 121246X 121248X 72050412 134300 121250X 123976X 153236 STD541431 19171912 127018X EM Z ah Y o y DESCRIPTION Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc 2A Nut Hex Lock w Ins 5 16 18 Washer 17 32 X 1 346 X 12 Ga Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 X 62 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inch 881 inch 25 4 mm DECALS er CAM MAR AA nee TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 156811 Decal Oper instr 15 273832 Decal Engine B amp S 0 3 163200 Decal Hood RH 16 1423414 Decal Drawbar Control 4 163202 Decal Hood L H Movement Hyd LT 6 1383644 Decal Customer Maintenance 20 149516 Decal Battery Dngr Psn Eng 8 163203 Decal Deck Mower EZ 21 163205 Decal Fender Sd Wht 9 163204 Decal Fender Craftsman 138311 Decal Lift Handie 10 156439 Decal Fender Danger 154515 Pad Footrest LH STLT 12 146046 Decal V Belt Drive Schematic 154516 Pad Footrest RH STLT 13 169252 Decal Dash Panel B amp S 164138 Owner s Manual English 14 160396 Decal V Belt Schematic 164139 Owner s Manual Spanish WHEELS amp TIRES KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Value Tire tg 2 65139 Stem Value 3 106222X Tir
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5. charge guard to right side of tractor 9 Lower lift lever to its lowest position 9 install mower in reverse order of removal instructions Retainer Spring Engine Pulley Front Link Retainer Springs Both Sides retainer Springs Both Sides TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS If tires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT Raise mower to its highest position At the midpoint of both sides of mower measure height from bottom 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 adiust ment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 e Recheck measurements after adjusting o e 5 Bottom Bottom Edge of Edge of Mower to Mower to Ground Ground Lift Link Adjustment Nut FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side If the following front to back adjust ment is necessary be sure to adjust both front links equaliy so mower will stay level side to side To obtain th
6. absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil e f very dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner Reinstall pre cleaner over cartridge o Reinstall cover and secure with knob s TO SERVICE CARTHIDGE Remove cartridge nut e Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor e Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge e 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 deterioration of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry car tridge Cover Knob Cartridge Cover 7 Nut Paper Cartridge Foam Pre Cleaner Base ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating e Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembiy off engine e Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins 9 To reassemble reverse above proce dure Blower Housin Screws g Screws DipstickTube Assembly Engine Cooling Fins MUFFLER inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could
7. sition e Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT The motion control lever does nat return to neutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is depressed ENGINE e Move throttle control to slow position 13 ny tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or ANA AT arrra rira NOTE Failure to move throttle contral to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire o Tum ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor fo prevent unauthorized use e Never use choke to stop engine NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine run ning hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle e Operating engine at less than full throt tle reduces the battery charging rate e Full throttle offers the best bagging and
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9. It is important to purge the transmis sion before operating your tractor for the first time Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions See TO START ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION in the Op eration section of this manual v v Y v v Y owt Game A ca These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product earn and understand their meaning eae RER led Jn or Fr fi pan NE BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING a ar TOP n LE a ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT Aie ere qoae Sores MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED 4 TE ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SEGTION vs 3 wy At peice patanong f HORS RER PSE AS AA Ae ncn SS ER E FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the l
10. 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 NONE 5 5 5 NONE RUN 33 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 ELECTRICAL 4 113 Pr 1 1 Ed J i Loa i ii 1 c tod H 1 Pod 1 1 M L 1 1 i i 4 4 od x Pod i i 1 1 i AP a E i t 1 i i 4 1 lt N oH en o gam 34 A a TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO NO 1 144925 2 74760412 3 STD551025 4 45 6 STD541025 8 156417 16 153054 19 STD551125 20 73350400 21 147430 22 4152J 4793 24 146147 25 26 108824x 28 4207 29 121305X 30 140301 di 124211X 32 141226 83 109310X 40 156442 41 71110408 42 131563 43 145673 44 73640400 45 121433X 52 141840 70 140422 DESCRIPTION Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20unc x 3 4 Washer 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 Nut Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc Case Battery Switch interlock Push in Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Jam Hex 1 4 20 Unc Hamess Asm Light W 4152 Bulb Light 1156
11. control lever to slower position tion and engage parking brake Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT The motion control lever does not return to neutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is depressed e To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal 9 Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting o Make all turns slowly Attachment Lift Attachment Clutch Lever High Position Lever Engaged Position Di Position A 0 M wr x j Discharge x Guard if stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake posi 14 TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheei control in freewheeling position Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor o Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control o Pull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control rod e Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH e 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 ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments t
12. idie 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 Helease throttle lever a o 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 engine accelerates smoothly High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine govemor 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 engine govemed high speed needs adjust ing contact your nearest authorized ser vice center department which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments Immediately prepare your tractor for stor age at the end of the season or if the trac tor will not be used for 30 days or more AX 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 stor ing 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 St
13. 060 Differential Assembly Washer 3 4x15x 13 Seal 75x 1 25 x 250 Shaft input Bolt 1 4 20 x 1 38 Pin 5 OD x 43 10 x 750 Arm Contro Puck Dampener Set Scraw Spring Stud 5 16 24 Spring Block Washer Biock 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 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 52 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 127 138 106 987 95 117 nov REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 53 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 54 HHH OO HPH a mm mi NO Yat A PAM A IURI NIIT TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 232 216 1019 LABEL KIT y 2 1036 LABEL KIT EMISSIONS 601 1058 OWNER S MANUAL 5 ed E ee AEREOS 5 emet xb GS P RE SY 2 MS ar 1 IM ay 4 e py KEY PART NO Oo 65 Hd G 10 11 12
14. 1 Utility knife 1 Tire pressure 1 Pliers gauge 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 See page 6 e 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 o Slide extension shaft onto lower steer ing shaft Align mounting holes in exten sion and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut secure ly to 18 22 ft Ibs torque e Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL o Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide steering whee adapter onto steer ing shaft extension 9 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 bolt and tighten securely e Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel e Remove protective materials from trac tor hood and grill IMPORTANT Check for and
15. Bracket Fender Support Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Pivot Bracket Assembly LH Pivot Bracket Assembly RH 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 Brackel 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 Plug Button NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 37 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 GROUND DRIVE o ya uum 38 GROUND DRIVE PART NO 140607 142431 144698 154792 76020416 73800500 74780616 73800600 106833X 145627 73350600 106888X 19131316 76020412 145204 124236X 130807 74760512 155071 120183X 19211616 1572H 123674X 74760644 44704 154777 19131312 127783 154407 123205 74760624 73680600 73680500 105710X 105709X 74760620 161850 140312 17490612 88838 161399 71170764 10040700 161488 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 DESCRIPTION Transmission Asm Spring Retum Brake Pulley Transmission Rod Shift Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 Nut Lock Hex w Ins 5 16 18 UNC Boil Hex 8 16 UNC x 1 5 Nut Lock Hex w Wsh 3 8 16 UNC Knob Rd 1 2 13 Piste Thds Bik Rod Brake Nut Spring Rod Brake Washer 19 82 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Pin Co
16. Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 red Cable Battery 6 Ga w 16 wire red Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black Switch Plunger Ne Gray Switch Ign 4 Pos Nut ignition Cover Sw Key Blk 1 25 Text SLT Key ign Molded Craftsman Hamess Ign Man Ci Am Hm 7 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Nut Keps Bik Hex 1 4 20 Unc Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp Protaction Wire Loop Harness Engine B amp S 14 OHV NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 35 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 36 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO NO 1 160392 2 140356 3 17490612 4 6 5 155272 9 16191 X013 10 780 11 155927 12 142680 13 155934 14 17490608 17 558 18 126938 25 19131312 26 570541437 28 145198X558 29 7 30 151287X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 139886 39 787 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 145201 54 161464 55 145202 57 77 60 72140606 64 154798 74 310541437 140 158416 442 156095 143 456 144 154207 145 158524 54793 DESCRIPTION Chassis Assembiy 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 B 16 x 3 4 Panel Dash LH Clip Tinnerman Grille PA Panel Dash RH Screw 111101 3 8 6 x 1 2 Hood Assembly Bumper Hood Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Nut Grille wClips MS 558 Lens Grille Fend Ftrest Pat STLT N HLD 558
17. Pull belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION e Install new belt in reverse order of removal Mandrel Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable 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 engage parking brake o Measure distance between brake oper ating arm and nut A on brake rod e f distance is other than 1 3 4 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 3 4 Retighten jam nut against nut A e Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessaly Contact your nearest authorized ser vice center department With Parking Brake Engaged Nut A Jam Nut e Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides e Install mower in reverse order of Operating Arm Do Not touch this nut If further brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized ser vice center department 24 removal instructions idler 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
18. RED battery cable to posi tive terminal with hex bolt flat wash er lock washer and hex nut as shown Tighten securely Connect BLACK grounding cabie to negative terminal with remaining hex bolt flat washer lock washer and hex nut Tighten securely Close battery box door 9 battery box door for inspection for secure connections to tighten hardware e Inspection for corrosion Testing battery Jumping if required Periodic charging Positive Discard Terminal Red Cable proctective Caps Lock Washer Flat Washer INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob e Remove cardboard packing on seat pan e Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Tighten shoulder bolt securely e Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat e Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down Gel off seat without moving its adjusted position e Haise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely Seat Seat Pan Shoulder Bolt Adiustment Knob CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated 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 on page 5 of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting
19. Thru Brush Sel Armature Magneto Screw Sems Armature Mounting Plug Spark Screw Hex Head Wire Assembly Gasket Set Puller Flywheel Wrench Spark Piug screw Sems Carindge Air Cleaner Knob Air Cleaner Screen Flush Rotating Stator Alternator Screw Sems Strap Starter Drive Starter Cap and Dipstick Oil Filler Seal Filler Tube Tube Oil Filler Element Filter O Hing Air Cleaner Armature Starter Bushing Govemor Crank Bolt Carriage Nut Hex Clamp Fuel Pipe Pin Cotter Retainer spring Choke Return Seal Spring Assy Seal Spring Assy Boot Spark Piug Brace Air Cleaner Screw Sems Screw Self Tapping Pin Dowel Gear Ring includes Mounting Hardware Cover Starter Screw 108 Clip Wire Retainer Wire Gear Timing e KEY NO 757 758 759 761 783 801 002 803 842 847 851 B68 B68A 871 872 875 877 947 965 975 977 987 1005 1006 1019 1022 1023 1026 1029 1033 1034 1036 1044 1054 1058 1090 3091 2500 nated PART NO 213998 399891 298909 94593 280104 394856 497605 497604 270920 496415 224110 494435 272610 262835 281361 495862 393456 497672 94010 495933 494385 281166 281400 224413 495758 2 2475 224552 494432 495136 224554 495992 495248 499364 94673 2 0723 272623 497607 281364 DESCRIPTION 28N707 1026 496050 Link Counterweight Counter
20. centered but are not e Center Hoie 5 B Bolt or Pin BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life e Keep battery and terminals clean Keep baitery bolts tight e Keep small vent holes open e Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter minals can cause the battery to leak power Open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove 19 battery from tractor e Rinse the battery with plain water and 9 Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly Reinstall battery See CONNECT BAT TERY in the Assembly 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 weal 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 t
21. of left footrest a 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 cool ing fan blades Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley Install new belt by reversing above pro cedure Engine Pulley Clutching Idier Stationary Idler Transmission Input Pulley TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER 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 at the friction pack located on the right side of transmis sion e Park tractor on level surface Stop trac tor by turning ignition key to OFF posi tion and engage parking brake e Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment locknut one half 1 2 turn NOTE If for any reason the effort fo move the motion control lever becomes too excessive reverse the above adjust ment procedure by loosening locknut 1 4 to 1 2 turn Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary TRANSMISSION REMOVAL REPLACE MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the t
22. replace solenoid or Starter Set in Higher Cut posi tion reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gaso line 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 ser vice 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 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 9 Level mower deck Clean underside of mower housing e Replace blade mandrel Clean around mandrels to open vent holes TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut uneven grass leaves and trash contd around mandrels Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction mechanism Worn damaged mower drive beit Frozen idler pulley le Frozen blade mandrel Mower blades will not rotate Replace mower drive beit o e Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel ar Place throttle con
23. 1 Keeper Belt Rh Nut Keps 3 8 16 UNC Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 UNF Arm Control Pump 500 Hydro Bolt Head Hex 5 16 x 18x 1 Bolt H 5 16 18 UNC x 1 1 4 Screw Hex Wh Hd 10 24 x 1 5 8 Adaptor Fan Hydro Lt Hyd Alum za Rdhd Sq Neck 3 8 16 x t 1 4 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Bolt Hex Fighd 5 16 18 Gr 5 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 2 1 4 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 1 1 2 Spacer Spacer Retainer Bushing Nylon Collered Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches t inch 25 4 39 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 STEERING ASSEMBLY 40 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO 1 139768 2 154427 3 156483 4 157473 5 6266H G 121748X 7 586 8 12000029 9 332668 i0 156438 1 STD55137 13 154779 15 738071000 17 156546 18 7189 13 124035X 20 126684 22 71200410 23 27501 25 154406 26 12647 27 74 28 86 29 17490612 30 STD561210 32 130465 36 155099 37 7 38 139769 38 19133808 40 1D541537 41 100711 42 145054 43 121749X 44 153720 46 121232X 47 855M 51 1 54 74780520 62 156594 63 STD529710 65 154780 66 154404 67 74781044 68 154429 DESCRIPTION Steering Wheel Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL Spindie Assembly L H Spindie Assembly RH 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 Stam
24. 13 16 20 23 24 29 26 27 28 29 NO 496412 399265 391086 494238 495858 273280 495735 27803 94621 281246 271916 271997 271996 94728 94239 498971 94196 291675 94624 492326 222698 495860 495977 495978 495979 495854 495852 495851 495855 263129 498319 498320 494504 495490 94695 94648 495856 495857 262811 224502 224641 262411 496884 2 2465 272569 94637 225136 94832 491323 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 BRIGGS 8 STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 DESCRIPTION rer Cylinder Assembly Bearing Cylinder Seal Oil Base Engine Head Cylinder Gasket Cylinder Head Breather Assembly Gasket Valve Cover Screw Gems 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 Assembly 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 OOS Oversize Rod Assembly Connecting Rod Assembly Connecting 020
25. 16 140329 t7 72110610 18 72140505 19 132827 20 159770 21 STD541431 22 134753 23 131267 24 105304 25 123713 26 110452X 27 130965 28 19177016 29 131491 30 22 1 129963 32 1153535 33 137266 344 77 35 133835 36 131494 37 585 40 7 41 133551 43 140083 44 140088 45 STD624003 46 137729 48 133944 49 155066 50 40 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 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 Muiching Bearing Ball Shaft Assembly Mandrel Includes Key Number 6 Housing Mandrel Vented Bearing Ball Mandrel Stripper Vented Mower Deck Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Shoulder Baffle Vortex Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 UNC Stifener Bracket Bracket Deflector Cap Sleeve Spring Torsion Deflector Nut Push Shield Deflector Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge Rod Hinge Screw Thdrol Washer Head Washer Spacer Pulley Mandrel Nut Toplock Flanged Boit Fastner Christmas Tree Pulley Idler Flat Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Gauge Nut Crowniock 3 8 16 UNC Rod Pivot with Nibs Rod Clutch Secondary with Nibs Guard Mandrel LH Retainer Screw Thd Holl 1 4 20 x 5 8 Washer Hardened Roller Assembiy Cam Follower Bolt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 49 KEY PART NO NO 51
26. 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 Tyt Line Fuel 20 Plug Oil Drain Order From Engine Manufacturer Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 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 Thdro 3 8 16x1 1 4 1 Nut Flange 1 4 20 Starter Nut NOTE Ail component dimensions given in U S inches t inch 25 4 mm 43 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 SEAT ASSEMBLY 58 lt O1 25 D e ale PART NO 140122 140551 STDS23710 19131610 145006 5TD541437 124181X 17490616 19131614 155925 120068X DESCRIPTION Seat 3350 Bik blk Craftsman Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat bik Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc X 1 Washer 13 32 X 3 4 X 10 Ga Clip Push In Hinged Nut Hex Lock wins 3 8 16 Unc Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Bik Zi Screw Thdro 3 8 16 X 1 Washer 13 32 X 1X 14 Ga Pan Pnt Seat bik Knob Seat 1 2 13 Unc Bik 25 mm AR er e HOS RENE mm 4 E 4 x t 2 f 9 7 7 Yo
27. I E a i Ld Qu ra Dern Me MEN g Check for Loose Fasteners pre emere err pren A if es Change Engine Oil Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter Check Engine OH Level META 1 mz 2 i Ed A 1 1 H i t 1 E 3 1 i amp E 1 i H i z 1 3 3 4 1 i f 1 f f 3 4 3 E 1 e as m Fr 3 1 Change moro often when operating under 8 heavy foad 2 Service mora often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 3 11 equipped with oll filter change 68 every SO hours 4 Ropleca blades mora often when mowing in sandy soll 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 periodi cally to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season o Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engi
28. I service classification SF SG or SH e Be sure tractor is on level surface o Oil will drain more freely when warm s Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil e Remove drain plug o After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip stick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 5 of this manual 9 Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick Oil Fill Cap Dipstick CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from over heating Clean with a wire brush or com pressed air to remove dirt and stubbom dried gum fibers 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 e Remove knob s and cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER e Slide foam pre cleaner off cartridge e Wash it in liquid detergent and water e Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth o Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean
29. O CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place Your mower is now ready for discharging or instailation of optional grass catcher accessory NOTE It is not necessary to change blades The muicher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also v CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST Y All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Batiery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Y Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside ail belt keepers Y Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly 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 Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operat ing condition
30. Owner s Manual ES iR Ha E durer m Model No 917 270641 Lio are MD o t PORA Cosi cu EN ADA LO 41 POLLO UL INRA dont Para 48 BEN AN bre tone Y A v att XS EY ie RAS y et o Safety y Wwe 9 Assembly e Operation e Maintenance o Repair Parts PE pi pi AMI EIN IH NAR AAA HA Na AE NN A S Mop 4 SE de pr des SAN du et H D uw PARRA RSA A ARKH Rag ARANA NAHE ERR SA EE ERA EFIE M vs DERE z dia BARN ARE 2 ha 20 2 235 Ls Cn air UTION For answers to your questions Fr Read and follow all about this product Call Safety Rules and Instructions 800 659 5917 ears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip 5 am 5 pm Mon Sat ment rs Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Wana sn maman MAMENANG Eier Safety Rules Servi
31. R 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 operation of a nun ERRADA 4 H I Erde 5 ud es E M de FA MARO d HS BRE id 1 n 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 TO SET PARKING BRAKE e Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold e 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 Throttle Choke Lever Engaged Control Position s Disengaged AS ais CE Position Brake N N Ste Parking Brake Position i Engaged Position Clutch Brake Pedal Drive Disengaged Control Position Position Lever STOPPING MOWER BLADES 9 To stop mower blades move attach ment clutch Lever to DISENGAGED position GROUND DRIVE e To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE po
32. STD541410 52 139888 53 131845 54 133345 55 86 58 122052X 58 140086 59 141043 67 3 68 144200 71 142427 72 131870 73 127847 74 121748 75 12000028 78 128903 77 127845 78 160570 79 127498 BO 153701 81 73350600 82 142028 83 120958X 84 156084 85 72140618 92 5705414937 101 136420 102 71161010 103 586 104 8510551110 105 3 106 2029J 128 153390 129 2 130 STD523710 131 5113533710 132 19132203 i41 6266H 2 130794 145411 DESCRIPTION Locknut Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC Am Assembly Pad Brake Washer Hardened Arm Idler Spacer Retainer Spring Torsion Brakes Guard TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval V Belt Rod Clutch Primary with Nibs Spring Aetum Arm Clutch Secondary Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bolt Shoulder 3 6 16 UNC x 1 44 Keeper Spring Lever Asm Clutch Pri Pim STLT 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 4 Nut Mulcher Cover Screw Washer 10 Washer Lock Latch Assembly Bagger Nut Weld Washer Fell Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 c RDHD SQNK 3 8 16 UNC X Spacer Washer 13 32 D x 1 3 8 O D x 4 Washer Thrust 75 x 1 230 Mandrel Assembly Includes Key Numbers 8 10 12 15 31 and 32 Mower Deck Complete Standard Deck Order Separately Mulcher Plate and Gauge Wheel Componen
33. Undersize Crankpin Bore Screw Hex Washer Head 1 57 64 Screw Hex Washer Head 1 5 8 Vaive 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 KEY NO 121 nr PART NO 281346 498030 94098 495800 231789 231855 231854 22455B 224540 262715 232118 232118 499233 94913 499153 224539 494379 494381 281165 281164 495097 495931 232117 94196 214047 94555 281051 493486 298099 94627 492160 262767 260695 262766 490815 495611 94905 495157 493935 94742 262785 262836 394358 221535 94704 DESCRIPTION Ah x un er Bushing Throttle Shaft Valve Needle Screw Throitle Screw Idie Speed Pin Float Hinge Vaive Fioat Seat Inlet Valve Valve Choke Lmt 153 Valve Choke Lmt 154 Spring Choke Lmt 155 Jet Needie Valve Std Jet Needie Valve Hi All Carburetor Overhaul Kit screw Elbow Mounting Carburetor Assembly Plug Welch Sold in Kit Only Valve Throttle Shaft and Lever Throttle Float Carburetor Gasket Float Bowi Washer Bow Choke Shaft Kit Choke A Matic Choke Shaft Kit Choke A Matic Nozzle Carburetor Key Timing Gear Elbow Carburetor S
34. ave completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where if cannot come Te PORES FP in contact with plug k EAN ta d MI AICA KA IHE eai AO AP FU NN NOS PEDI AA Cl re 7 REA p RNR HE CAE y AT lem ERO INIA TREN ol CE ON STAR TO AD IRRADIA APR A NIT TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor e Place attachment clutch in DISEN GAGED position e Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position o Roli 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 s Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by rernoving retainer springs Clutch Lever Suspension Clutch Rod Arms Retainer Spring Anti Swaybar Disconnect front links from deck b removing retainer springs o 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 9 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor with dis
35. ce and Adjustments 22 Product Specifications msn 5101899 en 28 ES A 01095100111 reete euet Operation use Repal Palestinian dt Maintenance Schedule 18 Parts Ordering Back Cover b E Lo is e Gade M LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two 2 years from the date of purchase if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main tained 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 o Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as blades spark plugs air cleaners belts etc e Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects such as nails thorns stumps or glass e Repairs necessary because of operator abuse negligence improper storage or acci dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual o 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 equip ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat tery will not hold a charge Sears will replace the battery at no charge In home warranty service on you
36. cre ate a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Fou Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100s hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 5 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 o With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections o Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu retor e Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clam ps are properly positioned 21 Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automo tive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec trical system muffler air filter and carbure CLEANING tor are covered to keep water out Water e Clean engine battery seat finish etc in engine can result in a shortened engine of all foreign matter life CAUTION Before performing any service or adjustments Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake o Place motion control lever in neutral N position o Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position e Turn ignition key OFF and remove key o Make sure the blades and all moving parts h
37. e F Ts 15 X 60 6 Service 4 10 4 59904 Tube Inner Front 35060 5 1067328427 Rim Asm 6 front White Service 5 6 278H Fitting Grease 8040 Bearing Flange 6 _ 11 8 1061088427 Rim Asm B rear White Service 9 106268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5 8 Service 10 7152 Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service 11 104757 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00 144334 Sealant Tire 10 oz tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches iinch 25 4 mm 45 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 LIFT ASSEMBLY 46 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART NO 159460 158471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 139865 139866 4939M 127218 73350800 130171 73680800 139868 163552 140302 73540600 DESCRIPTION Washer Asm inner Spring W Plunger Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove E Ring 5133 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 FLH Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion Bik Zinc Nut Crowniock 1 2 13 Unc Arm Suspension Mower Retainer Spring Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical Nut Crowniock 3 8 24 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1inch 25 4 mm 47 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 MOWER DECK MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO 1 144393 2 S1D533107 3 138017 4 138440 5 STD624008 6 130832 8 850857 9 5810551137 0 140256 11 134149 12 129895 13 137645 14 128774 15 110485X
38. e best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at botiom edge of mower housing as shown e Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length Both links should be approximately 10 3 8 If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link To lower front of mower loosen nut E on both front links an equal number of tums 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 tums When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Hecheck side to side adjustment e o o a Mandrel Nut E Trunnion TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT See Illustration Next Page The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL Remove mower from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual 23 o Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys e
39. ed Always turn off blades set park enters the area ing brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting e Turn off blades when not mowing e Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute e Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways e Use extra care when loading or unload ing the machine into a trailer or truck 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 e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e 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 manufacturer s recommen dations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability o 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 e Avoid starting or stopping on a slope i
40. eratures 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 15 PURGE TRANSMISSION 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 tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT Should your transmission require removal for service or replace ment it should be purged after reinstalla tion before operating the tractor o Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set Disengage transmission by placing free wheel control in freewheeling position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throt tle control to slow position With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal e Move motion contro lever to full forward position and hold for five 5 seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels The air is being removed from hydra
41. ew 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 proceed as follows In general turning idle mixture valve tn clockwise decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel air mixture 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 6 valve and the seat in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight PRELIMINARY SETTING e Air cleaner assembly must be assem bled to the carburetor when making car buretor adjustments Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly see above FINAL SETTING e Start engine and allow 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 Tum
42. f tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT e Do notiurn on slopes uniess necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible e Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could sud denly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in e Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding e Do nottry to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground e Do notuse grass catcher on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them e Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult e Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area e Before and when backing look behind and down for small children e Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation o Never allow children to operate the machine e 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 fue
43. from batter ies Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles 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 Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of fully charged baitery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery e Remove RED cable last from both bat teries Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Positive Terminal Negative Terminal 26 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB o Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in hoider 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 pre vent it from starting e Check wiring See electrical wiring dia gram in the Repair Parts sect
44. gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes MASCARA RR or the repair or replacement parts you nee elivered directly to your home all 7 am 7 pm 7 days a week 800 366 PART 800 366 7278 ara ordenar piezas con entrega a omicilio 1 800 659 7084 For in house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 800 4 REPA 4 800 473 7274 Para pedir servicio de reparacion a domicilio 1 800 676 5817 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 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 800 827 6655 When requesting service or ordering parts always provide the following information Product Type Part Number e Model Number Part Description 64138 Rev 3 3 20 98 JH TR Aire E x PAN A AE al TANTO BEIN gt dp Hear eas E MS Gai aan Ea er 2 CRE M 2 aes d frr iR AE E 4 if Ate dt 4 K E Prat il L a he 4 RE y a a Gerra ww pei NA A Pj
45. hat are recom mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL e 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 4 e For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainte nance section of this manuai e 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 deposits and reduce vaive life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness IMPORTANT When operating in tempera tures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting WARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fueis called gasohol o
46. he transmission is hot e Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean 9 Inspect cooling fins for dirt grass clip pings and other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use com pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was seated at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the fife of the transaxle Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing contact your nearest authorized service center 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 operating tem o ll F 57 qa 40 65 8 60 perature 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 year Check the crankcase oil level before start ing the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dip stick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet AP
47. he lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly 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 to provide nutrients for the lawn Always 9raining of the lawn mulch with your highest engine blade speed as this will provide the best recut ting action of the blades 9 Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes 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 e For best results adjust the mower cut ting height so that ihe 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 17 at CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE H i H T 234 f T interlock 5 T 0 IR i SEn EX 3 H e 58555083 1111 Adjust Blade Belt s Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt s Tension MUNERE E a mU UN D RAT a a au L
48. ifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to fast position wait a few minutes and try again If engine still does not start move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below 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 o Before driving the unit in cold weather the transmission should be warmed up as follows Be sure the tractor is on level ground e Place the motion control lever in neutral Helease the parking brake and let the clutch brake slowly return to operating position Allow one minute for transmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period 5 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 3000 feet or in cold temp
49. ion of this manual TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash o 6 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY e Raise hood e Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor e To replace reverse above procedures Hood Headlight Wire Connector gt 7 gt 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 manufac turer s service outlet TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL Governor Governor Control Lever Control Plate o M o 3 ACH FING en Clamp Holes A Screw Throttle Cable 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 e With engine not running move throttle control lever from slow to choke posi tion Slowly move lever from choke to fast position 27 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 scr
50. l with the engine running Allow en gine 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 e Never run a machine inside a ciosed area e Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equip ment in good condition 9 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly e Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing e Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary e Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary e Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area e Never carry passengers e Do not mow in reverse unless absolute ly necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing e Never carry children They may fall off and be serious
51. ly injured or interfere with safe machine operation e 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 e Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Look for this symbol to point out impor tant safety precautions lt means CAU TION BECOME AWARE YOUR SAFE TY 5 INVOLVED AX CAUTION In order to prevent acciden tal starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs always discon nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope 9 Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope e Do notturn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 1 25 GALLONS CAPACITY AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 30 API SF SG SH ab
52. mower performance TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever e Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral N position o Release parking brake and clutch brake pedal e Slowly move motion control lever to desired position TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height o Grasp lift lever e Press plunger with thumb and move lever 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 approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e The average iawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and after moderate growth For best cutting performance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relative ly high the second to desired height TO OPERATE ON HILLS AXCAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope quide provided at the back of this manual 9 Choose the slowest speed before start ing up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills if slowing is necessary move throttle
53. n marie m e y po V rer Dy HM MENT CONANT ARORA OME Hm DE 2 NAAA AAPEA CALAN PAN ANOLE BLA A AP TM CITO ANS SSD TA EN VV h 4 4 e ott EN TM LA a 231 veu CLARA BOE NN ar udi AA He Limit AAA AP A Ag amam a d d FO A kA py da teret t 4 M k E E E 2 0 5 0 5 1 6 1 8 1 1 1 1 i 4 p H 5 i t 4 4 4 5 d ES n A 1 Washer ul ny 1 i 1 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge gt 1 HESS 1 i 7 FA 2 T x n M 4 i 4 b HM Sieg Cr 1 ek wre AA AA he RSR PRIE Sur AC 4 HE de ANI A FREE and 2 Hex Bolts 1 4 20 x 3 4 2 Hex Nuts 1 4 Ae TAL vel 1 4 2 Washers 2 Lock Washers 1 4 i f3 0 9 52 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge L rente wi tus Jn n pet Mn mire aae E LAT Poh A rm OH yb NS aa fci a TT IRR CARPA RAINER venenatis m i oo CA de
54. ne run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE Heck 5 Oh SVS Check brake operation Check tire pressure Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation Check for loose fasteners A VTT AU RAR PP RAA GG 5 G AR CES RES afud Go ete MO HRSA AES ATEN dd AAA etidm ett MENSAS CT AD HE LTE 2722 20 A NUI aaa of EE ner N A A RS RITE a rmm rima HAYA _8 i or in high ambient temperaturas 5 0 teresa eres Kern rre AAC remm H 4 H H 3 H E A nda RARAS n PT PR nt mem ae TR EU VE un d B e s ie y vn 7 4 P E af i La 1 1 5 1 a i Y i 1 4 ES N Mr tm mem ery rer hed AM A A tg a AN AA A A A If equipped with adjustable system 6 Not required if equipped with malntanance froe battery 7 Tighten front code pivot boit to 35 ft lbs maximum Bo not overtighten t t LUBRICATION CHART Spindle Spindie Zerk Zerk FRA 58 mn e del 0 Fron
55. ocations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Attachment Glutch Lever Ammeter m Throtile Choke Control ClutctvBrake Control Freewheel Control ARAS SATE Arr SA EMCEE 0 1 1 HASHANAH dm Our tract gt ors confo EE Db nena HN maa EG AN md ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attach ments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used to control engine 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 a PERE EEN AHH CAC ariar ie WO BELEN UR P SOP a am aa d HR tne 6 P RS RED OM EEE ANI e pum ra ma rr ANH EN aa NAA Lf C AT HAM ULLA Lala aaa PACA Lif HA CR QAAE A rm to th safe Light Switch ignition Position Switch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Height Adjustment Indicator Parking Motion Controi Lever ty standards of the American 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 PLUNGE
56. ol not e Engine backfires when turning set at SLOW SLOW position and allow engine OFF position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before before stopping engine stopping engine 30 31 32 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 SCHEMATIC 01926 WH 156442 RED BLACK BATTERY 00 OO 7 10 i 7 VE QE AMMETER 0 080 35 STARTER WHITE 0 i i 1 be At SOLENOID ne a wd CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL UP SEAT SWITCH IGNITION ewes P Bu BLACK CO y e ee HO GROUNDING CONNECTOR ice TEL 1 GAP PLUGS ON 2 TWIN CYL ENGINES CHARGING SYSTEM GUTPUT 28 VOLTS Ac O 3000 RPM 3 AMP Do O 3009 RPM CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED ae dee AAA 48 5 rud UE E p E FUEL SHUT OFF at SOLENOID TS ci Ligh Ta 859989 DIODE 1 ALTERNATOR 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 HEADLIGHTS BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS Q u WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS NON REMOVABLE REMOVABLE SPEEDED UP
57. ore in a clean dry area Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual e Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual o Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual o Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary _e Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur faces sand lightly before painting idle Speed Screw Throttle Lever Idle Mixture Vaive With Limiter BATTERY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging e To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Maintenance section of this manual e After cleaning leave cables disconnect ed and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals e f battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuel
58. ove 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F OIL CAPACITY 3 0 PINTS SPARK PLUG Champion RC12YC GAP 030 GROUND SPEED FORWARD 0 57 MPH REVERSE 0 27 TIRE PRESSURE FRONT 14 PSI REAR 12 PSI CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY SYSTEM 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATTERY AMP HR 25 MIN CCA 190 CASE SIZE UiR BLADE BOLT 27 35 FT LBS TORQUE AE PM lt a pag CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Crafisman Tractor lt has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center We have competent well trained techni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail able on this product Contact your nearest Sears store for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES e Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing caring for and using your tractor e Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual AX 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
59. ped Washer Lock Bearing Axle STLT GT Nut Lock Flange 5 8 11 56 Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Screw Hex Socket 1 4 20 x 5 8 Pittman Shaft Assembly Bracket Steering Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Screw Thd Roll 48 16 x 3 4 Pin gt 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 LALT Cap Spindie Fitting Grease Nut Lock Hex wins 5 16 18 UNC Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 1 4 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 Axle Brace NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 41 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 ENGINE e 7 Gonna Ex E Spark Arrester E a D G lt pra Q E 8 0 2 4 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 ENGINE KEY PART NO 162157 17720410 137352 272293 13280324 13200300 S7D551237 159880 137180 109202X 158990 123487X 17490512 137040 124028X 17490412 19091416 406 1 71070512 17480620 128861 DESCRIPTION Control Throt Ch Lh Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20x5 8 T Engine See Breakdown B amp S Model 28U707 1174 E1 Mufiler
60. r 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 emp tied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fue lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional informa tion Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma nent damage may occur CAUTION Fill 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 e Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake o Place motion control lever in neutral N position Move attachment clutch to DISEN GAGED position o 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 release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than f
61. r 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 equip ment to your nearest Sears Service Center In home warranty service will still be avail able 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 Warranty 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 GENERAL OPERATION 5 Never carry passengers e Read understand and follow all instruc Do not mow in reverse unless absolute tions in the manual and on the machine ly necessary Always look down and before starting behind before and while backing o Only allow responsible adults who are Be aware of the mower discharge direc familiar with the instructions to operate tion and do not point it at anyone Do the machine not operate the mower without either Clear the area of objects such as rocks the entire grass catcher or the guard in toys wire etc which could be picked place up and thrown by the blade e Slow down before turning Be sure the area is clear of other people Never leave a running machine unat before mowing Stop machine if anyone tend
62. ractor See PURGE TRANSMISSION in the Operation section of this manual 7 oe gt A 2 2 de EST lt 274 Adiustment wt N 74 Locknut TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT if steering wheel crossbars are not hori zontal left to right when wheels are posi tioned 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 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Block up axle securely e Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose Repair tire and reassemble e On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove e 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 Ring t W ga Square Key Rear Wheel Only Axle Cover TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK BATTERY CAUTION Lead acid batteries gener ate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away
63. remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid Insert 3 8 Hex Bolt Lockwasher 52 Large Fiat Washer Steering Wheel Extension Shaft 5 16 Locknut Lower Steering Se Shaft Ew TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls e Press lift lever plunger and raise attach ment lift lever to its highest position e Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal e Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual e Roll tractor forward off skid e Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY AX 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 con nected first to prevent sparking from acci Gele grounding o o Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position Open battery box door and remove pro tective plastic Remove terminal protective caps and discard lf this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge bat tery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps First connect
64. results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replac ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac tor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual INSTALL MULCHER PLATE e Install 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 e Tighten hardware securely o Raise and hold deflector shield in up right 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 A CAUTION Do not remove discharge guard from mower Raise and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation o 5 a Wald Nut From Hook Points The Top Down Lock Weld Washer a Latch Hook ge Hook 1 Weld Nut Washer Lock Washer Mulch Washer utcner Screw Plate Deflector Shield 10 T
65. s 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 28 TROUE PROBLEM Engine clicks but will not start cont d Loss of power 9 e e 5 e JLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE posi tion Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug e Dirty fuel filter e Stale or dirty fuel 6 eo 6o 9 Water in fuel Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring e Carburetor out of adjust Excessive vibration o e Bent blade mandrel 9 Loose damaged part s Engine continues to run when opera tor leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven ment Engine valves out of adjustment Worn bent or loose blade Faulty operator safety presence control system 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 CORRECTION e e e o 9 5 9 a o o e o 5 o e eo 5 o Check all wiring Check
66. s to blades e Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown Reassembie hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 30 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt is G 9 o 9 o rade 8 heat treated Blade Mandrel Assembly Flat Washer Trailing Edge Up Lock Washer Hex Bolt Grade A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by six lines on the boit 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 the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine e The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt io sharpen while if is on the mower e To check blade balance you wiil need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with bal ancer 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 hori zontal position If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be
67. t Front Wheel es Bearing 281 l g Engine 6 10 7 Attachmei Clutch Pivot s S SAE 30 or 10w30 Moto OIL General Purpose Grease Refer to Maintenance Engine Section IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bear ings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If vou feel they must be lubricated use only a dry powdered graphite type lubri cant sparingly 18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance BRAKE OPERATION lf tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES 9 Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 5 of this manual Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rub ber Avoid stumps stones deep ru s 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 BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades E REMOVAL e Raise mower to highest position to allow acces
68. trol in FAST position o Shift to slower speed e Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck e Check tires for proper air pressure o Poor grass dis Engine speed too slow charge 9 Travel speed too fast e Wet grass e Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pres sure o 9 Worn bent or loose blade Heplace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Buildup of grass leaves 9 Clean underside of mower and trash under mower housing e Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Clean around mandrels to open vent holes o Mower drive belt worn o Blades improperly installed Improper blades used 8 5 9 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Turn switch ON Replace bulb s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse e Switch is OFF e Bulb s burned out e Faulty light switch o Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Headlight s not working if so equipped 2 5 6 6 Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections o Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator o Replace battery e Check clean all connections Replace regulator Battery will not charge Replace alternator Move throttle control to Engine throttle contr
69. ts Key Nos 101 106 and 111 121 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 HYDRO TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 310 0500 50 KEY NO toO 0 ML FO 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 270641 HYDRO TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 310 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 Assembiy Seal Lip 10x 25 x7 Actuator Bypass Center Section Assembly Kit Seal Lip 26 42 x8 Ring Retaining Washer 26 x 35 x 1 Nut Jam Cil Filter Element Arm Bypass Ring Retaining Am Actuating Pin Actuating Boll 5 16 24 x 7 3 4 51 KEY NO 40 41 43 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 150778 150776 DESCRIPTION Locknut Hex 5 16 24 UNJC Brake Rotor Stator Kit Washer 7 16 x 7 8 x
70. tter 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 Bott Spacer Split Keeper Belt Idler Washer 19 32 x 19 16 x 12 Ga Pulley idler V Belt Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drusti Retainer Bett Bolt Nut Nut Crownlock 5 16 28 Link Clutch Spring Retum Clutch Bolt Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 1 4 V Beit Drive Keeper Belt Center Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 4 4 Type TT Cover Pedal Pulley Engine Bolt Hex 7 16 x 4 Gr 5 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 PART NO 142432 134683 141417 19132012 141418 121199X 121749X 12000001 123583X 121748X 161081 123782X 19171216 141423 157480 19212016 12000008 158388 124346X 142564 140462 144643 4497H 144201 73510600 19111216 73940800 141421 71070516 74780520 17541026 145098 72110610 19111016 74490540 74490536 74490524 159103 122052X 150935 19133210 DESCRIPTION Screw Guide Belt Mower Drive RH Strap Torque Lh Washer 14 82 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 Asm Shaft Spring Torsion Washer 17 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Rod Tie Bushing Washer 21 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Ring Clip Console Shift Nut Self Thd Wshd 1 4 Line Fuel Fan 7 Control Asm Bypass Hydro Spring Retainer
71. tud Rocker Arm Nut Air Cleaner Mounting Connector Hose Line Fuel Cut to Suit Scraw Sems Screw Assembly Rocker Arm Link Governor Spring Govemor Link Choke Gear Govemor Plate Governor Control Screw Sems Air Cleaner Crank Govemor Lever Assembly Govemor Washer Govemor Crank Spring Govemor Link Cap Valve Filter Fuel in Fuel Line Clamp Casing Screw Hex Head Included in Gasket Set 495993 Included in Carburetor Kit 499233 Inciuded in both Gasket Set 495993 and Valve Overhaul Kit 495992 included in Gasket Set 495993 Carburetor Kit 499233 and Carburetor Gasket Set 494385 NOTE All camponent dimensions given in US inches 1 inch 25 4 56 KEY NO 294 304 305 726 727 728 729 729A 741 PART NO 810068 496280 94786 225020 94930 497595 497602 497608 495859 94731 497055 93705 497708 495993 19203 89838 94903 493909 493903 494439 393474 93621 806000 497606 495230 281370 496113 272403 281106 497603 491986 94907 231978 93053 33306 263080 262803 494453 494455 280872 224546 94906 94620 230192 399676 490324 94951 281380 225170 262932 gt e TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270641 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 DESCRIPTION screw set Housing Blower Screw Hex Head Blower Housing Mounting Shield Cylinder Screw Cylinder Shield Motor Starter Bolt
72. ulic drive sys tem e Move motion control lever to neutral N position Shut off engine and set parking brake Engage transmission by placing free wheel control in driving position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throt tle control to half 1 2 speed With motion control lever in neutral N posi tion slowly disengage clutch brake pedal Slowiy move motion control lever for ward after the tractor moves approxi mately five 5 feet slowiy 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 pro e amp o e cedure with the motion control lever three 3 times e Your tractor is now purged and ready for normal operation MOWING TIPS e Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor o 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 9 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 distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting pio 8 A Me T
73. unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any ff a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual Anc 1 DANS PARE RR A RA anyon PORCH ule BOO ARNO HA Ag aar m Lir dl A LaLa tml CASADA P ee AA NA CATIA q m La o m ad rA ert Fy 0 ARTE QE ALL E CAD MM AI ARAGON ACA TI imma LP PAM ARA E 7 SPP is y Arataa O 11 quart a m i gea n he S net parva aieo cta rge Flat Washer UE F 3 5 5 7 1 Hex f 8 a t gt 2 t t th l 32 1 gt 1 1 M M v f d 7 i 5 5 1 3 8 i 4 i 1 Locknut 4 Xx 7 5 16 18 4 E H H Men D 1 tier mr rt e
74. weight Assembly Pin Counterweight Screw Counterweight Gear Starter Cap Drive Cap End Housing Starter Seal O Filler Cap Fil Group OI Terminal ignition Cable Seal Assembly Valve Gasket Valve Bushing Guide Intake amp Exhaust Cover Air Cleaner Body Air Cleaner Diede and Connector Assembly 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 Vaive Overhaul Kit Guide Assembly Push Rod Label Kit Emissions Screw Hex Head Tie Cable Manual Owner s Retainer Brush Cap Limiter Replacement Engine Replacement Shortblock RPM Settings Low 1650 1850 High 3200 3400 h rar included in Gasket Set 495993 Included in Carburetor Kit 499233 included in both Gasket Set 495993 and Vaive Overhaul Kit 495992 included in Gasket Set 495993 Carburetor Kit 489233 and Carburetor Gasket Set 494385 NOTE Ail component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 57 58 65 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL SIGHTING NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns

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