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Craftsman 917.273830 Owner's Manual

17.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
17.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.273830
This product has a low emission engine which operates
1
III
III differently
from previously
built engines.
Before you start the I
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.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
  • 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- _WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- 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. safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.
  • Page 5 • Be sure the area is clear of other people • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
  • Page 6 In the state of California the above is re- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- Gasoline nia Public Resources Code). Other states Unleaded Capacity and may have similar laws. Federal laws apply Type: Regular on federal lands. A spark arrester for the Oil Type muffler is available through your nearest SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 7 Extension Steering Shaft © Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Adapter ® (1) Hex Bolt (1) Locknut 1/4-28 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (4) Adjusting Bar Seat (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (1)Washer (4) Wheels 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12@ Gauge (1) Knob...
  • 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 INSTALL SEAT 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 4. Roll tractor forward off skid. washer securing seat to cardboard 5.

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    CHECK DECK LEVELNESS 2. Adjust gauge wheels before operat- ing mower. See "TO ADJUST GAUGE For best cutting results, mower hous- WHEELS" in the Operation section of ing should be properly leveled. See "TO this manual. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 11 These symbols mayappear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. I',,I REVERSE NEUTRAL NIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE...
  • 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. Light Switch Ignition Switch Position Attachment Clutch Lever...
  • 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 a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- 1. Select desired height of cut. proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool 2. Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment clutch control. season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better look- TO STOP MOWER BLADES - ing lawns, mow often and after moder- disengage attachment clutch control.
  • Page 15 TOWING CARTS OTHER ATTACH- Acidic gas can damage the fuel system MENTS of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should Tow only the attachments that are recom- be emptied before storage of 30 days mended by and comply with specifications or longer.
  • Page 16 • The attachmentscan also be useddur- • When operating attachments, select a ing the enginewarm-up period. ground speed that will suit the terrain NOTE: If at a high altitude (above3000 and give best performance of the at- feet) or in cold temperatures(below32 F) tachment being used.

  • Page 17: Operation

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _o_"_,_'_ _, ___._o_ REGULAR SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners t##5 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V_Belts Check Engine...
  • 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. 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 19 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL • Keepsmall vent holes open. • Rechargeat 6-10 amperesfor 1 hour. Determine temperature range expected NOTE:The original equipmentbattery on before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. your tractor is maintenancefree. Do not attemptto open or removecaps or covers.
  • Page 20 TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure 2. Remove foam pre-cleaner from cover. the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. 3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. NOTE: Operating the engine with a 4.
  • Page 21 _ILWARNING: 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 22 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into Check adjustment on right side of trac- bracket, slide collar onto guide and tor. Measure distance "D" directly in front secure with large retainer spring. and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of 8.
  • Page 23 TO ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be re- 2. Measure distance between brake oper- placed without tools. Park the tractor on ating arm and nut "A"...
  • Page 24 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER around the top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationary idler and The front wheel toe-in and camber are not clutching idler. adjustable on your tractor. If damage has 5.
  • Page 25 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect one end of the RED cable Terminal to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each Cover battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    ENGINE 1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted Maintenance, repair, or replacement of properly (see above). the emission control devices and systems, 2. Start engine and allow to warm for five which are being done at the customers ex- minutes.

  • Page 27: Storage

    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 of •...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" 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. Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" position, i 2. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves i 3.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION iMower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. mechanism. not rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower drive 2. Replace mower drive belt. belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 SCHEMATIC • I BLACK BATTERY FUSE AMMETER STARTER BLACK WHITE (OPTIONAL) SOLENOID • CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL WHITE IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH SEAT SWITCH BLACK I BLACK BLACK °LACK ATT MENT CLUTCH CLUTCH gGROUND,NG CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) SPARK BLACK IGNITION...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 145491 Cable Ground 121305X Switch Seat 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Melded Craftsman 179720 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal 178861 Solenoid 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES \272 ,145 chassis-Laser -It.stlt 34...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Assembly 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrel 3/8-16xl/2 184272X615 Hood Assembly 184921 Bumper Hood STD541437...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 GROUND DRIVE • 51 26 27 drive*fender.st1.26...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 175410 Pulley, Engine Peerless 206-545C 173937 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 STD551143 Washer 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof 12000028 Ring, Retainer 134683...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 STEERING _'-"'-_ steering_pl,It47...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 STEERING KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Steering Wheel 184706 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Draglink STD551137...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 ENGINE _105 lOO_ 112 _"-33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester engme-kohler_41...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170548 Control, Throttle Paddle 17720408 Screw, H ex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, Kohler, (See Breakdown) No. SV530-0005 188655 Muffler Exhaust 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 uric x 3/4 W/Sems 185909 Gasket, Muffler 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 SEAT ASSEMBLY ..-16 seat it.knob 1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188719 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Belt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split 28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.
  • Page 43 189094 Decal, Lower Dash 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 189082 Pad Footrest LH STLT Decal, Rplcmnt 184310X428 186572 Decal, Fender, Craftsman White 184311X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 164065 Decal, Strng Whl Domed 188907 Owner's Manual, English 156368 188908 Owner's Manual, Spanish...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 LIFT ASSEMBLY 13----_ liff-rh, 1piece 3...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/lnf 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 125631X Grip Handle...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 MOWER DECK _145 _184 106_ 103 105 lo4_/FF 1/ / loz__ 42 D man_t-path stlt 4.
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 182O32 149846 Knob Mower Deck Assembly, 42" STD533107 Bolt 144959 V-Belt 138017 STD541437 Bracket Assy., Sway Bar, Front 165460 136420 Mulcher Cover Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck STD624008 71081010 Retainer Spring Screw Pan HD Phillip 10-24 x 5/8...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C NUMBERS HERE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 786026 Dowel Pin 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792076A Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W 770128 Transaxle Case 790079 Brake Lever 776395 Countershaft 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER CRANKCASE --15...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 20 096 06-S Kit, valve cover (Includes 2) ..Crankcase (USE: Short 20 041 04-S Gasket, valve cover Block 20 522 02) M-645020-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 20 162 02-S Screen, grass 12 086 14-S Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 12 468 03-S Washer, spring 3/16" 20 146 02-S Plate, fan mounting 20 157 01-S X-42-15-S Key, woodruff...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 STARTING SYSTEM 1 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 20 536 03-S Control assembly, speed 20 098 01-S Starter assembly, inertia 12 237 01-S drive Clamp, cable 24 086 43-S Screw, torx hd.
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273830 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV530,TYPE NUMBER 0005 CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 20 014 14-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) X-42-15-S Key 3/16" 20 043 12-S Gear, crankshaft EXHAUST KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 25 072 04-S Stud, exhaust (2) 20 041 12-S Gasket, exhaust...
  • Page 59 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 fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.