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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
15.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272353
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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 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 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 Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 For your conve- nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location.
- 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- _bWARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone.
- Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.
- Page 5 Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...
- Page 6 REPAIR PROTECTION CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, AGREEMENTS engineered and manufactured to give Congratulations on making a smart pur- you the best possible dependability chase. Your new Craftsman_ product is performance. designed and manufactured for years of Should you experience any problem you dependable operation.
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer iwilinil l 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt (1 ) Locknut 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 > 1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Steering Extension Steering Boot Wheel Adapter Shaft (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge i_(1)-Knob For Future Use...
- Page 8 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 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder NOTE: You may now roll or drive your bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate tractor. instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. 5.
- Page 10 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKL IS T The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate your new tractor, we at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this catting performance.
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE LIGHTS ENGINE ENGINE START PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY...
- Page 12 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. Attachment Ammeter Clutch Lever ignition Switch Light Switch Position Lever Plunger...
- Page 13 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 14 These heights are approximate and may • If slowing is necessary, move throttle vary depending upon soil conditions, control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push height of grass and types of grass being mowed. clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi- •...
- Page 15 ADD GASOLINE Insert key into ignition and turn key • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular not run starter continuously for more unleaded gasoline with a minimum of than fifteen seconds per minute.
- Page 16 MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and pos- • Mower should be properly leveled for sible fire hazard from dried clippings. best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Make first cut relatively high;...
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ./__. _o_o_ _" FILL IN DATES /_..._3_'_._ o OOL.O. V, E AS YOU COMPLETE ,/'__"_)_,_ _._,_ (?,_ 4. _ _*" Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operalor Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners II_5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubricalion Chart Check...
- Page 18 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as shown.
- Page 19 BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging system cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will which is sufficient for normal use. result in increased oil consumption when However, periodic charging of the battery used above 32°1.
- Page 20 AIR FILTER ENGINE COOLING FINS Your engine will not run properly using a Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after from overheating. every 25 hours of operation or every 1.
- Page 21 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. tractor unless the engine and transmis- of all foreign matter. sion are covered to keep water out. Water •...
- Page 22 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT 5. Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to springs. side. If the following front-to-back adjust- 6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both bracket and secure with retainer spring.
- Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 2. Measure distance between brake oper- BELT ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. 3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen The mower blade drive belt may be re- jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance placed without tools.
- Page 24 BELT INSTALLATION TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK 1. Carefully work new belt down between BATTERY transaxle belt keepers and onto the ,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- input pulley. erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame 2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. and smoking materials away from bat- 3.
- Page 25 TO REPLACE FUSE REPLACING BATTERY Replace with 20 amp automotive-type ,_WARNING: Do not short battery plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located terminals by allowing a wrench or any behind the dash. other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, SEMBLY...
- Page 26 FINAL SETTING Check that holes "A" in governor control lever and hole in governor plate 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five line-up. If holes "A" are not aligned, minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control loosen clamp...
- Page 27 Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract age at the end of the season or if the trac- moisture which leads to separation and tor will not be used for 30 days or more.
- Page 28 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. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. 3.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. 3.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction. Mower blades will mechanism, not rotate 2. Replace mower drive belt. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
- Page 31 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 SCHEMATIC BATTERY © FUSE STARTER AMMETER _ACK o-€,' - - W,41TE __(OPTIONAL) SOLENOID CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDALUP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION ..(NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE i ..BLACK _,LACK (CLUTCH GROUNDING • SPARK • (OPTIONAL) e_CK IGNITION PLUG UNIT...
- Page 32 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 ELECTRICAL I "_ I ..
- Page 33 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12" black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 175566 Switch Ign Delta Push-In 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta 179720 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red 178861...
- Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 26 31 chassisopl.lt 23...
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174620 Cl_assis Lt Stamping 176554 Drawbar Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 17060612 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 174643X011 Saddle SLKSCRE 126471X Clip Insulator .406 Mtg Hole 168348X010 Dash Slkscr Plm Mech Sym 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk.
- Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 GROUND DRIVE drive-saddle 25...
- Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring Peerless 206-545C 72110612 Bolt Cart. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 146682 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc STD541437 123666X Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 STEERING ,_----42 steering_l.lt_42...
- Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 STEERING KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk Axle Asm Front 175131 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230 6266H 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
- Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 ENGINE _"_'_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl 17 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 Control Th/ch 123487X Clamp Hose BIk 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 137040 Line Fuel 20" Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs, 181654 Plug.
- Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 SEAT ASSEMBLY 2.,,,, seat It.knob 1 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 140116 121248X Bushing Snap SIk Nyl 50 Id BracketPvt St 140551 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 71110616 134300 Spacer Split 25x 96Yel Zinc...
- Page 42 Pad Footrest LH Domestic 179769X428 Pad Footrest RH 186800 Decal Replcmnt 138311 Decal Handle I_ft Height Adjust 163204 Decal Fender Craftsman White 187774 Manual Owners English 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 187775 Manual Owners Spanish Acme 156439 Decal Danger Fender Eng/span...
- Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 LIFT ASSEMBLY 32 / lift-rh. 1piece 3 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg STD624008 Retainer Spring W/plunger LT 173288 Link Front 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 112-13 Unc 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 175689...
- Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 MOWER DECK ,146 _47 142 >21...
- Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc STD533107 Bolt 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, STD624003 Retainer Front 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 70 6A NUMBERS HERE...
- Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUI_BER 0230-E1 43<_ 1264I_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 24 | 943 O 1270 20@ ,1,0 691@ 1266 0 524 _ 8420 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 1036 EMISSION LABEL...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 1095 VALV E GASKET 617 0 1022 1022 524 O 1022 1023 4O4 • 614 | 216f 1119_...
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 108A _ 95 _' 634A_ 166_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 4311 1266AO 276 _ 104 _ 127_ 231'_ 987(_ 105 I_1 137 _ 634,€_ 1266 (C> 617 0 117_ 1266A 1266 0...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 305A 1040 0 3091 697 _ 803_ 310_ 579e • _ 503_ 1070 802 _E_ ,oo5 1o.i 801A 544A 310_ 513_J oo3,_ 802A 1083 311_ NOTE: For Replacement Starter Motor, See Reference 309.
- Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 697492 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul Side) 697190 Carburetor 391086 Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 695005 Plug-Welch 697106 Sump-Engine 691750...
- Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272353 BR[GGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230.E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Terminal-Spark Plug 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 692424 °+ Seal-Valve 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 690968 Kit-Pinion Spring 697122 Elbow-Intake 495877 Wire-Connector/Alternator 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 393456 Pin-Drive Retainer 691261...
- Page 55 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 a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the ford in the direction of hill elope you want to measure. 4.
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