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Owner's Manual
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16.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSA;Xl]=
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272011
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
:Sears, Hoebuck and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. :Sears, Hoebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,...
- Page 2 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.
- Page 3 • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • Turn off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. •...
- Page 4 • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Never make adjustments or repairs with Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and the engine running. use extra caution when servicing them. • Grass catcher components are subject • Check brake operation frequently. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Adjust and service as required.
- Page 5 CASE SIZE: U1R this manual). BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered end manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you...
- Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown fu!l size (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3116 x 12 Gauge (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge _#10 x 5/8 (2) Weld (2) Lock Nuts #10 Washers #10 (3) Retainer Spdngs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop)
- Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Steering Seat Boot Video Cassette Mulcher Plate Steering Wheel Parts Bag Manual © (2) Shoulder (2) Washers 3/8x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Bolts (2) Gauge Wheels Q(2) Center lock Nuts Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) FrontLinkAssemblies --0---(2) LatchHock...
- Page 8 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.
- Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATrERY The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. • Lift hood to raised position. Correct tire pressure is important for best • If this battery is put into service after cutting performance.
- Page 10 CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain For best cutting results, mower should be with double loop retainer spring. properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and to remove slack from mower suspen- Adjustments section of this manual.
- Page 11 CHECKLIST Please review the following checklist: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. / Battery is propedy prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight- ened securely. ,/All tires are propedy inflated.
- Page 12 Thesesymbolsmay appearon your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT n' n PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE...
- Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Ignition Switch Clutch Switch...
- Page 14 I I1_ The operationof anytractorcanresultin foreignobjectsthrownintothe ---I =- ] 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 spectacles, or stan- | dard safety glasses.
- Page 15 • The average lawn should be cut to ,_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass catcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches during mowers so equipped, or the discharge hot months.
- Page 16 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER _,CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank ATTACHMENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Towonlythe attachments that are recom- spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use mendedbyandcomplywith specifications gasoline near an open flame. of the manufacturer of yourtractor.Use TO START ENGINE commonsensewhentowing.Tooheavyof...
- Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing is attached to tractor. mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing performance.
- Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS.OOCO- ..FILL IN DATES DATES : Check Brake Operation Check Tim Pm_um Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners A i ShsrperdReplace M°wer Blades _" Lubdcation Chart Check Battery Level R ! Clmm Battery and Ten_inaL_lecl'_r_ Check T.m_ C_,ng II,/' Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
- Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- Trailing Mandrel Assembly forming any maintenance. Edge Up Blade BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
- Page 20 • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum checking level. Insert dipstick into the jelly. • Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. BATTERY" in the SERVICE Do not thread the cap onto the tube ADJUSTMENTS section of this...
- Page 21 AIR FILTER Yourenginewill not run properlyusinga dirty airfilter. Cleanthe foam pre-cleaner afterevery25 hoursof operationor every season. Servicepapercartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. " • Remove knob and cover. •...
- Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- of all foreign matter. tor are covered to keep water out. Water •...
- Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front and Adjust the mower while tractor is parked behind the mandrel at bottom edge of on level ground or driveway. Make sure mower housing as shown. tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- •...
- Page 24 TO REPLACEMOWERDRIVEBELT • Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri- mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous- MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL ing. • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION parking brake. • Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt •...
- Page 25 • Check secondary idler arm and idler to TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE see that they rotate freely. BELT • Be sure spring is hooked in secondary Park the tractor on level surface. Engage idler arm and sway-bar bracket. parking brake. •...
- Page 26 TO REPLACEMOTIONDRIVEBELT Park the tractoron levelsurface. Engage parkingbrake. Forassistance, t hereis a belt installation guidedecalon bottomside "_ Center Rod of leftfootrest. • Removemower(See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) • Disconnect clutch wire harness. • Remove clutch Iocator. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL...
- Page 27 • Close terminal access doors. if your batteryis too weakto startthe • Close hood. engine,it shouldbe recharged. ( See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec- Terminal Keps Nut Hex Bolt tion of this manual). Access If =jumper cables" are used for emergency Door starting, follow this procedure: AIMPORTANT:...
- Page 28 ENGINE Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. Maintenance, r epair,or replacement o fthe The limiter cap cannot be removed without emissioncontroldevicesandsystems, breaking the adjusting needle. whicharebeingdoneat the customers • Be sure you have a clean air filter and expense may be pedormed by any non- the throttle control cable is adjusted...
- Page 29 Also, experience indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation _,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start See ='1"0 START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. !•...
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM • Set in =Higher Cut" posi- Lossofpower • Cutting too much tion/reduce speed. grass/too fast. • Adjust throttle control. • Throttle in "CHOKE" posi- tion. • Clean underside of mower • Build-up of grass, leaves housing.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will • Obstruction in clutch • Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower • Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace blade mandrel. •...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUEL i • LINE', PLUGS GAP IGNITION SPARK UNIT (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) -' ____; FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID O,'L4RGING S YSlr E M ou*r pt rr ISAMP OC 0 3_ORPM NOTE DIODE JALTERNATOR...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 Fuse, 30 Amp 73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 145491 Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 21• 160784 Switch, PlungerNormal OP Olive 163968 Switch, IgnitionDelth Push-In 140403 Key, Molded,Craftsman 164098 Harness, Ignition 131563 Cover,Terminal 145673 Solenoid 122822X Ammeter, Rectangular15 Amp 154963...
- Page 36 -rRitlcTOR " " MODEL HUMBER 917.27201"1 cHASSIS AHD EHCt.OSURES...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160392 ChassisAesembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw,Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 161566 D3sh STD533710 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 163455 Panel, Dash, LH 163456 Panel, Dash, RH 161_3X558 HoodAssembly 17521312 Screw Slid Hex Hd w/Pin Washer 162026 Plate Battery STYT 19131312...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 GROUND DRIVE 36 35 ""...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 GROUNDDRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 161451 Transaxle(See Breakdown) 127783 Pulley, Idler,V-Groove, Plastic Dana, Model Numpar4360-122 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Drv Stl 146682 Spdng, Return. Brake 123205X Retainer,Belt 123666X Pulley,Transaxle STD523715 12000028 Ring, Retainer STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 121520X Strap, Torque...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 STEERING ASSEMBLY • ..__-" ..
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944 Wheel, Steering 154427 Axle, Asm Front 156483 Spindle, Asm Lh 157473 Spindle, Asm Rh 626611 Beadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer, 25/32 x I 5/8 x 16ga 19272016 Washer, 27/32 x I 1/4 x 16 Ga 12000029 Ring, Klip#t5304-75 3366R...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 164091 Control,ThrotCh ..Engine(See Breakdown)Kohler Model No. CV165-43512 159420 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket Kohler 13280328 Nipple,Pipe 3/8 NPTx 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow,Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt STD551231 Washer 159880 Shield,BRWDBR Guard 137180 Arrestor,Spark 157103 Tank, Fuel 151696...
- Page 44 917.272011 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 14O123 Seat 3450/1415 B_PJblk 121246X BracketPnt MountingSwitch Craftsman 121248X BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 BracketPnt PivotSeat (blk) 72050412 BoltRdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 134300 Spacer Spilt28 X 96 Zinc...
- Page 45 163263 Decal, Dash Pnl Kohler16,5 138311 154515 Pad FootrestLH STLT Pad FootrestRH STLT 163203 Decal, Deck EZ3/Mulch Srs 154516 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 165105 Owners Manual, English 156439 Owners Manual, Spanish Decal, Fender Danger 165106 PART WHEELS & TIRES DESCRIPTION...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159461 Wire Asm., Inner w/plunger 159476 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Rutnd 122365X Bu_on, Plunger 139865...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 MOWER DECK...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Spring, Secondary 44146/50 Vent 164210 Housing,Mower 46" 137273 Screw, Thdron 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 17490620 Spacer, Retainer STD624008 Retainer Spdng 122052X Arm, Idler Secondary 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway 144949...
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-122...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-122 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 160955 Housing,Upper 2231J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .031 2274J Screw, Tapping,1/4-20 X .734 160944 Assy,Gear, Comb., 12T & 30T 134400 Ball, Detent 124639X Shaft, Idler 105904X...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43512 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE ANO BREATHERJ...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43512 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE -KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-351-O2 Lifter,valve (2) 12-032-03 Seal, crankshaft 12-755-63 Kit, cylinderhead (Includes 3-17) Block,cylinder(Use Short Block 12 522 18) 12-411-01 Rod, push (2) 12-445-02...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43512 IGNmON I ELECTRICAL I BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES _--2 tl J AIR INTAKE g--6 7-- 9_ 4--_,...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS--43512 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange MIO x 1.5 x 46 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange 24-162-03 Screen, gross M5 x0.8 x 10 (6)
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43512 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS I OIL PAN / LUBRICATION...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43512 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8 x 1.25 x 70 (2) 12-079-07 Linkage, choke 25-098-05 Starter assembly (Includes3-8) 12o237-01 Clamp, cable 12-755-54...
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CVI 6S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43512 CRANKSHAFT _HAUST • I-1 ,_15 O--2 3--_ FUEL SYSTEM • 11 --__ _mt4...
- Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43512 FUELSYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6 x 1.0 (2) 12-014-37 Crankshaft (Includes2) X-25-63 Washer, plain 1/4 12-13901 Plug, cup X-22-11 Washer, star 1/4 M-0629122 Stud M6 x 1.0 x 122 12)
- Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your 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.
- Page 64 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio...