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Craftsman 917.273421 Owner's Manual

18 hp electric start 46" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's
Manual
CRI:IFTSMI:IN"
18 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273421
• 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
Seam,
Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visitour Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman

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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. Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ....... Back Cover 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 instructionsin 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 shsrp 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: Safety Rules

    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 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.
  • Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size (4) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x I (4) Spacers (2) Lock Washers (2) Weld (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Washers Nuts #10 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge o(3) Retainer Springs (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 (2) Nylon Locknuts 3/8-1_...
  • Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Video Steering Cassette Wheel Nose Roller Front Bumper Manual Nose Roller Steering Mulcher Plate Sleeve Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size Adjusting (2) End Caps Assemblies Bars (4) Locknut (4) Wheels 3/8-16 '_(2) Keys...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembted 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 msure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 CHECK BATTERY Seat • Lift hood to raised position. • If this battery is put into service after L.H. Seat Slide month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- Seat Pan, tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 Adjustment amps.
  • Page 10 TO ATTACHNOSEROLLER • Install one front link in top hole of the right hand front mower bracket and right • Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 hand front suspension bracket. Retain gauge washers, and nose roller between with two single loop retainer springs as deck mounting brackets as shown.
  • Page 11 Front Suspension Electric Double Loop Clutch Retainer Spring Suspension (Outward pointing Arms deck pins) Chassis Bracket le Loop Retainer Springs Gauge Wheel DoubleLoop Retainer Spring Anti-Sway Use Pliers For Retainer Springs Idler Pulley Discharge Guard INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Weld Nut Hook from the Top Points...
  • Page 12 CHECKLIST TOATTACHFRONTBUMPER Please review the following checklist: NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may ,I All assembly instructions have been wish to obtain the assistance of another completed. person for mounting bumper to tractor. ,I No remaining loose parts in carton. •...
  • Page 13 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL...
  • Page 14 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'SMANUALAND SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Overtemp Attachement Light Switch Hourmeter Clutch Switch Position Ammeter .ift Lever Throttle/Choke Plunger Control...
  • Page 15 The operationof anytractorcan resultin foreignobjectsthrowninto 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 spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.
  • Page 16 • • Choose the slowest speed before start- For best cutting performance, grass ing up or down hills. over 6 inches in height shouldbe mowed twice. Make the first cut rela- • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. tively high; the second to desired height.
  • Page 17 • BEFOBE STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure_ good cold weather starting. shipped, from the factory, already filled i The engine in your tractor has been with summer weight oi1.
  • Page 18 PURGE TRANSMISSION • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to =START" position and ,ACAUTION: Never engage or disen- release key as soon as engine starts. gage freewheel lever while the engine is Do not run starter continuously for more running, than fifteen seconds per minute.
  • Page 19 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and mower housing is attached to tractor. trash. Clean after each use. • Mower should be propedy leveled for •...

  • Page 20: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _/._,,_ _o/o_ ,o/o_o_ _ ,_,_/_,_j,1 YOOCOMPLETE FILL IN DATES _._,_ REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire pressure Check for LoOse Fasteners Lobhcation Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adiust Mo6on DriveBe_t(s)Tension Check Engine Oil Level i V /...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat TRACTOR treated. Always observe safety rules when per- Trailing Edge Up Mandrel forming any maintenance. Assembly Center Hole BRAKE OPERATION Flat If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Washer..stopping distance at high speed in highest Star gear, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 22 Check the crankcase oil level before start- • Rinse the battery with plain water and ing the engine and after each eight (8) dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends hours of operation. TO CHANGE ENGINE with wire brush until bright. •...
  • Page 23 • Locate the drain in the radiator hose on • Remove hood and grille assembly (See the oil filter side of the engine. Service and Adjustment section of this • Place a suitable container under the manual.) • Remove air intake screen and baffle drain outlet.
  • Page 24 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 25 • When distance =F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING at front than rear, tighten nut "H" against Adjust the mower while tractor is parked trunnion on both front links. on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- •...
  • Page 26 belt is in the grooves correctly • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand inside belt keepers. mandrel pulley. • Reassemble left hand mandrel cover. • Carefully check belt routing making sure Left Hand Screws Electric Mandrel , ._-.._ Clutch Cover Pulley...
  • Page 27 • Pull belt toward front of tractor • Measure distance between brake oper- remove downwards from around electric ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. • If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen clutch. jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance •...
  • Page 28 FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT Washers_ Front wheel toe-in is required for proper Retaining f__'_ steering operation. Toe-in was set at the Riog \ / .11¢ .111 factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or dam-...
  • Page 29 TO REMOVECABLES,REVERSE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. ORDER- • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the • BLACK cable first from chassis backside of the grill. then from the fully charged battery. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb •...
  • Page 30 TO ADJUSTTHROTTLECONTROL IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the CABLE engine governor, which is factory set for The throttlecontrolhas been presetatthe proper engine speed, overspeeding factory and adjustment should not be nec- engine above the factory high speed set- essary. Check adjustment as described ting can be dangerous, if you think the below before loosening cable.
  • Page 31 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation ,_CAUTION:...

  • Page 32: Service _Andadjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE • Fill fuel tank. Will notstart • Outoffuel. • See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not "CHOKED" propedy. Operation section. I • Wait several minutes before attempt- • Engine flooded. ing to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 33 "ROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Faulty spark plug. • Clean and regap orchange spark Lossof Power (oon't) plug. • Replace fuel filter, • Oirty fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh • Stale or dirty fuel. gasoline.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Mower deck not level. • Level m_ower d eck. Poorgrass c_scharge cont.) Low/uneven tire air pressure. • Check tires for proper air pressure. Worn. bent or loose blade, • Replace/sharpen blade. "Sghten blade bolt. • Buildupof grass, leaves and trash •...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) STARTER MOTOR ELECTRIC CLUTCH L ..CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL PTO_(DISENGAGED) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIE[ OPERATOR I 85 86 t PRESENCE RELAY #1 OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY (OPTIONAL) TEMP LAMP FUEL SHUT-OFF ! GROUND SOLENOID +12V SWITCHED...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 Switch Plunger(OPC) 140301 Switch ign 4 pos Delta Snap-in 124211X Nut Ignition 141226 Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT 109310X Key Ign Molded Craftsman 160735 Harness Ign Dash HI Atom 154336 Cover TerminalRd High Temp 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 110940X...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165480 Chassis 136670X558 Assy Panel Side RH 140356 Drew Bar 136671X558 Assy Panel Side LH Washer 9i32 x 3/4 x16 Ga. 17490612 ScrewTndrol. 3/8-16x3!4Ty-ft STD551025 155923 Saddle STD523707 Bo_t Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 3/4 126471X...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle(See Breakdown) 12000053 E-Ring HydroGear Model Number 9396E Key, Square 315-3000 165598 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 142431 Spdng, Return, Brake 123782X Spring Torsion T/A 143995 Pulley, Transaxle 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 STEERING ASSEMBLY , .-","------u ..---- • ". .." • "...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steadng 137094 Axle Asm Fr LT 157482 SpindleAsm LH 157481 SpindleAsm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16ga 12000029 Ring Klip#t5304-75 154432 Link Drag Sol BallJt 20 064 STD551137 Washer LockHv'j Hlcl Spr 3/8...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE "33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 160588 Control Throt RH BIkPdl Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 17720410 Engine (See Breakdown) ..Kawasaki Model No. FD59OV 149723 MufflerAsm Twin Lo-Tone 'L56796 Exhaust Asm RH 1B HP Vert 156799 Exhaust Asm LH 18 HP Vert Bolt 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 w/Sems...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 15,3236 Boit Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc 156234 140551 Blkz-2A Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 145006 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 Clip Push-In Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 17490608 ScrewThdrol.
  • Page 47 DESCRIPTION Decal, HP Engine 156835 Decal, Operating Instruction 161040 Decal, Insert Strg Decal, Deck, EZ3 164065 166887 Decal, Battery Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 138047 164948 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 149516 Decal, Btry,Dngr/Psn. Eng. 164949 Acme Decal, Gdtle 164950 Decal, Brake Parking Saddle...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 LIFT ASSEMBLY 2524...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod, Lever 159188 Shaft, Lift 74780624 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle 122365X Button, Plunger 122364X Plunger, Lever 2878H Spdng 145537 Link, Lift, LH 145536 Link, Lift, RH STD624008 Retainer, Spring 159189...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 MOWER DECK 126 i 49 7 31 -. 103192 11oe - 4_ 1°4ms...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164212 Deck Weldment. w/Adj. 17490620 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 GWB 46" Tytt 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD624008 Retainer Spring 144949 Arm, Idler Secondary 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 133943...
  • Page 52 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 315-3000...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 315-3000 PART PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 161122 Main housingassembly 150797 Screw 142969 Spring, friction pack 161123 RH housingassembly 161135 Gasket, lower 142980 Spacer, frictionpack 161124 Center sectionaseembly 161136 Scraw-selftapping 142957...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE KAWASAK! - MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 CYLINDEWCRANKCASE 1--t VALVE/CAMSHAFT O---15 _L_J_O'---_'_ _'-_ "-4 _ r'O_,"_ 9 14 "_...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE KAWASAKI - MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 CYLINDER/CRANKCASE VALVE/CAMSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 130B0816 Bolt.Flanged 12004-2106 Valve-Intake 130130625 Bolt-Flanged 12005-2094 Valve-Exhaust 92143-2010 Collar 12009-2067 Retainer-ValveSpring 11022-2056 Case-Rocker 12011-2056 Collet 14024-2109 Cover 12016-2056 Arm-Rocker 11060-2074 Gasket...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR- - MODELNUMBER917.273421 ENGINEKAWASAKI - MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 ELECTRIC EQUIPM ENT I AIR FILTER/M U FFLER J 2---_ _---3 CARBU RETOR J C_--41 ,5 ,__ 15...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE KAWASAKI - MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 AIR FILTER/MUFFLER CARBURETOR PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 92150-2004 Bolt 15003-2620 Carburetor-Assy 92022-1545 Washer 92064-2102 Jet-Pilot #37.5 11011-2193 Case-Air Filter 130B0645 Bolt-Flanged 11029-2001 Elament-Assy-AirFilter 16041-2235 Shaft-Carburetor 11013-2114 Element-AirfFilter 16041-2170...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE KAWASAK! - MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 STARTER J LU BRICATION EQUIPM ENT I...
  • Page 59 MODEL ;iRACTOR - - NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE KAWASAKI ; MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 CONTROL EQUIPMENT LUBRICATION EQUIPMENT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 92200-2070 Washer 110092346 Gasket, Oil Gauge 180B0616 Bolt-Upset-ws 110092566 Gasket, Drain Ping 180B0635 Bolt-Upset-ws 1106_2083 Gasket, Filler 16169-2121 Unk-Choke 131072099...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE KAWASAKI - MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 COOLING EQUIPM ENT I FU EL TAN KJFU EL VALV E 1---t PISTON/CRANKSHAFT 0----3...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273421 ENGINE KAWASAKI - MODEL NUMBER FD590V, TYPE NUMBER AS07 COOLING EQUIPMENT FUEL TANK/FUEL VALVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 130B0816 Bolt-Flanged 11060-2075 Gasket,Fuel Pump 92037-2001 Clamp 13116-2058 Rod-Push 49085-2052 Cap-Assy-Pressera 16073-2116 Insulator 39062-2054 Hose-Cooling Filter-Fuel 7.5 x 10.5 x 460 49019-1055 Pump-Fuel...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 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. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 64 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicUio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am-11 pm CST, 7 ,days a week...