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ICHFTSMeN,
I
DEN TRACTOR
25.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.276010
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently
from previously
built engines.
Before you start the
engine, read and understand
this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
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- Page 1 IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN...
- Page 2 Warranty..........2 Maintenance........1 5 SafetyRules.......... 3 Serviceand Adjustments.....19 ProductSpecifications......5 Storage..........27 Assembly/Pre-Operation....... 7 Troubleshooting ........28 Operation..........9 Repair Parts......... 32 MaintenanceSchedule......15 Sears Service......B ack Cover LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual, Searswill repair or replacefree of charge any parts that are foundto be defectivein materialor workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelisted below.Sears will...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- _IWARNING: In order to prevent tion and do not point it at anyone.
- Page 4 Never allow children to operate the machine. • Mow up and down slopes, not across. Use extra care when approaching blind • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects limbs, etc. that may obscure vision. •...
- Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine if • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven anyone enters the area. terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...
- Page 6 Repair Protection Agreement today! Some limitations and exclusions apply. Congratulations on making a smart pur- For prices and additional information chase. Your new Craftsman® product is call 1-800-827-6655. designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod-...
- Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. 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)•...
- Page 8 J CHECKLIST 9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park- ing brake and place gearshift lever in Before you operate your new tractor, we neutral position. wish to assure that you receive the best 10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. performance and satisfaction from this Continue with the instructions that follow.
- Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP...
- Page 10 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. Ignition ht Switch Switch Position Ammeter...
- Page 11 The operation of any 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 12 TO OPERATE MOWER The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the blade tip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the engine not running. These heights by the operator to leave the seat with the are approximate and may vary depending...
- Page 13 TO TRANSPORT IMPORTANT: When operating in temper- atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. • When pushing or towing your tractor, CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called be sure gearshift...
- Page 14 • 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) 7.
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ._*_ ,_-_ _ ,_/_ AS YOU COMPLETE REGO 'R SERV,CE OATES C hh :: kkTB_raek;, eOsPe_:i°n Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower B_ades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level C_ean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check WBefts Check Engine Oil Level...
- Page 16 TRACTOR 3. Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck Always observe safety rules when per- and mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, BRAKE OPERATION center hole in blade must align with star on If tractor requires more than six (6) feet mandrel assembly.
- Page 17 • Keep battery and terminals clean. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on T_MPE RAT& E A A NG°EANT,C,OATED B_FORE N2OT O,L C_ANGE your tractor is maintenance free.
- Page 18 ENGINE OIL FILTER Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Replace the engine oil filter every season remove the blower housing and other cool- or every other oil change if the tractor is ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and used more than 100 hours in one year.
- Page 19 [& WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
- Page 20 Bubble Between ..6. Place the suspension arms on outward Lines pointing deck pins. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as I_UDDle LeVel shown. Level Decal 7. Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with pB ' i--_\ Left Hand Lift Link...
- Page 21 • When distance "B" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Position any blade so the tip is pointing at front than rear, tighten nut "D" against trunnion on both front links. straight forward. Measure distance "B" at front and rear tip of blade •...
- Page 22 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC- 11. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary ONDARY) DRIVE BELT idler arm and secondary spring arm. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE parking brake. (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE 12.
- Page 23 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust The electric clutch should provide years if necessary. If stopping distance is of service. The clutch has a built-in brake still greater than five (5) feet in highest that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
- Page 24 Clutching Clutchim Adjustment Sleeves Above Mids Engine Belt Keeper I ransaxle Jam Nuts _e._ "_k Engin_ Twists Be t _ulley _[ J¢ J--Pulle_ Keeper TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL - Viewed from Bottom 1. Block up axle securely. 2.
- Page 25 2. Connectone end of the BLACKcable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB to the NEGATIVE(-) terminal (C) of 1. Raise hood. fully chargedbattery. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the 3. Connectthe other end of the BLACK backside of the grill. cable (D) to good chassisground, 3.
- Page 26 (counterclockwise) increases the supply Check that speed control lever is of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air against stop screw. If it is not, loosen mixtu re. casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable until lever is against screw.
- Page 27 which leads to separation and formation of Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- age at the end of the season or if the trac- age the fuel system of an engine while in _will not be used for 30 days or more.
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded. before attempting to start.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center i PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" Adjust throttle control. position.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. mechanism. not rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3.
- Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER _)AMMETER SLACK WHETE _LaCK ELECTR C CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE )NITION _WITCH I 85 86 I • BLACK %SENOE OPERATOR GREENI GR£EN 8_cK /]'_J RELAY #1 SEAT SWITCH aLACK (NOT OCCUPIED) ..
- Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 ELECTRICAL I //I \_27 O\\\\//...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688 Harness Socket Light W/4152J...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 11156 43 _ 139 \ I__7...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 180374 Rail, Frame RH 175282 Drawbar, Gt 73680700 Nut, Crownlock Hex 7/16-14UNC 163976X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 157882 Dash, LowerVgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 184668 Support, Battery 175260X615 Hood Asm...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 178575 Actuator, Interlock Switch STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 73931000 Nut, Centerlock #10-24 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 8883R...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 STEERING ASSEMBLY 1 ,5/1 l/I///...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 184946X505...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 ENGINE "2 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC Model No. CV730-0017 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC 149723 Muffler 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x 121361X Pulley V-tdler .250...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 180166 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12 Bracket, Pivot Seat 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 166369 Knob, Seat STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric 124238X Cap, Spring Seat...
- Page 42 Decal, Engine LTX Twin 178482 Decal Deck Hvy Dty 106202X Reflector, Taillight 185980 Decal Engine 177916 Decal, Engine LTX RH 186282 Decal Fender, Craftsman 177917 Decal, Engine LTX LH 156439 179768X428 Pad, Footrest,LH Decal Fender Danger 181249 Decal Clutch/Brake 179769X428...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 138057 Knob, lnf 3/8-16 Unc 18O045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 123935X Plug, Hole 12000022 17060516 Screw 5/16-18 x 1 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 MOWER DECK...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 184952 Deck Weldment Mower 48 165723 Spacer, Retainer 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary 4939M Retainer Spring 180806 Cover, Mandrel Deck 178024 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 137729 Screw, ThdrelL 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bar)
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 TRANSAXLE...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 TRANSAXLE KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Bearing 12000034 Thrust Bearing Race Retaining Ring 4220R 4199R Final Drive Gear 4209R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low Differential Gear 4213R 4th Reduction Gear 4216R 4215R Differential Pinion...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER r_13 DRANKCASEJ © © &...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01 -S Seal, front oil 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket Crankcase (USE: Mini GlnCludes2, 3) block 24 782 14) 24-041-23-S asket, breather 24-294-13-S Fitting 24-096-87-S...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017 IGNIT{ONIBLECTRICALJ BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES i _,2_ AIR INTAKE...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-114-S Housing, blower (Includes (Includes 2-4) M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2) X-25-92-S Washer, plain 5/16"...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS i°l OIL PAN / LUBRICATION j-° ® ,°% _...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839080-S 24-199-07-S Screw, hex. flange Pan assembly, oil M8x1.25x80 (2) olnCludes 2-11 ) 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift 24-393-37-S il pump assembly (In _ncludes 3-7) cludes 3,4) 25 086 113-S...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276010 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST SYSTEMJ FUEL CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24 041 14-S Gasket, air cleaner base 52-139-09-S Plug, cup M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2) M-641060-S Nut, hex.
- Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
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