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Craftsman 917.272083 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.272083 Owner's Manual

17.0 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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LAWN TRACTOR
17.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.272083
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his product
has a low emission
engine
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from previously
built engines.
Before you start the
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engine, read and understand
this Owner's
Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product,
Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 ...... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment maintained, lubdcated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace,...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely ,_Look for this symbol to point out necessary.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate •...
  • Page 5 Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn • Never carry passengers or children machine.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble Gasoline 1.25 Gallons and maintain your tractor property. Capacity Unleaded Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". and Type: Regular REPAIR AGREEMENT Oil Type SAE 10W30 A Repair Agreement is available on this API-SF-SJ): (Above 32°F) product.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt 1) Lock washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Extension Steedng Boot Wheel Adapter Shaft teering Seat (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Label tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate Seat instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location controls) function 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest INSTALL...
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you learn how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments Place front of mulcher plate over front section of this manual.
  • Page 11 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 ENG,NEON ENG,NEOFF O.'PRESSORE ",G"_SON O V_.P FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED (®>31...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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 Ignition Switch Position Attachment Clutch Lever...
  • Page 13 The operationof any tractorcan result in foreign objects thrown into the] eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 14 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted £= when they are slightly off the ground 4=ICAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do when mower is at the desired cutting not drive across any slope.
  • Page 15 NOTE: Toprotecthoodfrom damage To avoid engine problems, the fuel when transportingyour tractoron a truck system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, a trailer, be sure hood is closed and start the engine and let it run until the fuel secured to tractor.

  • Page 16: Automatic Transmission

    AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP NOTE: During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is Before ddving the unit in cold weather, being removed from hydraulic drive the transmission should be warmed up as system. follows: Move motion control lever to neutral Be sure the tractor is on level ground.
  • Page 17 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of •...
  • Page 18 DATES //ill Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oH filter) V'I,,_ E Change E ngine O il(without oilfilter)
  • Page 19 TRACTOR Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. BRAKE OPERATION torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat stopping distance at high speed in...
  • Page 20 NOTE: The original equipment battery on SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 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 Change the oil after every 50 hours of terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
  • Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the Air screen must be kept free of dirt and tube and rest the oil fill cap on the chaff to prevent engine damage from tube.
  • Page 22 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF' and remove key.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on level ground or driveway. Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-...
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE With Parking Brake BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on ngaged" level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL Jam Nut 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 25 Neutral Motion Control Lever Lock G_e Engine Pulley Clutching Idler _ ", Adjustment Bolt Stationary Idler TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require Center Span...f removal for service or replacement, Keeper should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION"...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Install new battery with terminals BATrERY same position as old battery. First connect RED battery cable to _IbWARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and keps nut as shown.
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY The carburetor has been preset at the factory 1. Raise hood. and adjustment should not be necessary. Unsnap headlight wire connector. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, 3.
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST- Cable Move throttle control lever from slow to Screw fast pos'rtion. If engine hesitates or dies, tum idle fuel adjusting needle out Speed Control (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, alcohol blended fuels (called storage at the end of the season or if the gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) tractor will not be used for 30 days or can attract moisture which leads to more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. See 'q-O START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded,...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Clean underside of mower Loss of power Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. continued) housing. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mowerbladeswill Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. not rotate (con't) drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Contact aSears or other qualified service center.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE AMMETER WtCRE Wt_'ITE 86 * FUEL SHUT-OFF (IF SO EQUIPPED) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) eLU__ SOLENOID OPERATOR __._..__elu_ =87_ 8630 _ l PRESENCE RELAY #1 B_CK SPARK _[-_-8-TA--J IGNITION _)PLUG OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #3...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 176689 Box, Battery Fender 176137 Switch, |ntedock 175688 Hamess, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"...

  • Page 36: Chassisand Enclosures

    TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.272083 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES 38_4...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-15 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X558 HoodAssembly 126938X BumperHood...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 134683 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Gr314-0510 169183 StrapTorque Lh Hydro 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169182 StrapTorque Rh Hydro STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 137057 Spacer 10040400...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 STEERINGASSEMBLY a----.-.._-____j...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 139768 SteeringWheel 175131 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366FI...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 ENGINE I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 17O548 Control,Throttle 17720408 Screw, He}( Head, Thread Cuffing 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, (See Breakdown) KohlerModel No. CV490-27508 ..174667 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket Kohler 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237 Washer 169837 Shield Bm/Dbr Guard 137180 Arrestor, Spark 109202X...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 SEAT ASSEMBLY _1 _ _ . ". :k4o P PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting 180597 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Fender 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Pad Footrest LH STLT 177325 Decal, Hood Side 1658(X)X428 Pad FootrestRH STLT 172331 Decal, Deck 165799X428 1632O4 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 169210 Decal By Pass LT Hydro Owner'sManual, English 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 181512 179128 Owner's Manual, Spanish Decat, Deck S 42"...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 LIFTASSEMBLY 1.1'...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red...

  • Page 48: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 MOWER DECK ;147...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 MOWER DECK KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION KnobCustom Oval 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 149846 V-Bait S'T1D533107 Bolt 144959 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 73800600 MulcherCover Front 136420 Screw Pan Hd Phillips10-24 x 5/8 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 119", 120- , _0 _€ 107 "43...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined...

  • Page 52: Cylinder Head, Valve

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER _RANKCAS_ 1 °_Q...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, crankshaft 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-03-S Block, cylinder 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes _Use Short Block 12 522 51) 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S trap, lifting (Qty.

  • Page 54: Air Intake

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES AIR INTAKE _- 5}-- 0-'}'- 10 m 11'_ ,aP_...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange MSxO.8xlO (6) M10x1.5x46 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4" 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing 24-162-03-S...

  • Page 56: Starting System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS OIL PAN I LUBRICATION _'--t O:--4 20__ _'_-13 187_...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke M8x1.25x70 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange 3-8) M-664020-S Screw, lobed socket...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV490,TYPE NUMBER27508 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM I...

  • Page 59: Fuel System

    TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272083 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV490,TYPE NUMBER27508 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 25-139-27-S Plug, cup M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.O (2) M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket EXHAUST (includes 4,5,6 qty 1Tie, cable 12-454-03-S, KEY PART Terminal 25-452-20-S) DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 63: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that Its left edge Is vertically parallel to s tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold In the direction of hill slope you want to measure, 4.
  • Page 64 For repairof major brand appliances in your own home... no matterwho made it,no matterwho sold 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ For repairof carry-inproducts like vacuums,lawnequipment,and electronics, c allfor the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 An,AYne, day ornight (U.S.A. only) _wvw.._e_lrs.corl3 i,,i ,i ii i ll, i For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSM!

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