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CRRFTSMRN °
GARDEN TRACTOR
25.0 HP, 54" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.276101
[_
his 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
th_ 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 th_ product, Call: 1 800 659 5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Sears Service ......Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT:This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghands andfeet and throw- ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould result in serious injury or death. • Never direct discharged material _WARNING: In order to prevent toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidental starting when setting up, trans- material against a wall or obstruction.
- Page 4 II. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which safe machine operation.
- Page 5 • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, the truck or trailer and refuel it on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel ground. If this is not possible,then spillage and remove any fuel-soaked refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable debris.
- Page 6 Champion RC12YC AGREEMENTS (Gap: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: 0-5.8 chase. Your new Craftsman® product (MPH): Reverse: 0-2.1 designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Steering Extension Steering Steering Sleeve Shaft Wheel Wheel Insert Adapter Nose Roller Gauge Wheels (i) Adjusting (4) Retainer Springs Lolcknut (double loop) 5/16-18 Retainer (4) Washers Spring 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Wheels@ (4) Clevis Pins (2) Hex Bolts...
- 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...
- Page 9 3. Placeseat on seat pan so head of TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See shoulderbolt is positionedover large Operation section for location slottedhole in pan. function of controls) 4. Push down on seat to engageshoulder _WARNING: Before starting, read, un- bolt in slot and pull seat towardsrear of derstand and follow all instructions in the tractor.
- Page 10 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing MOWER DECK all mower pulley grooves. The gauge wheels are designed to keep Slide mower under tractor until it is the mower deck in proper position when centered...
- Page 11 Belt Tension Rod g Bracket Disengaged Position Electric Clutch Pulley Front Plate Assembly Double Loop Gauge Retainer Springs Wheel Front Mower Bracket Flanged Pin- Position Notch Vertically Rear Mower Pins Deflector Shield CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared...
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP...
- Page 13 KN OW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR 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 Light Switch Switch Position Attachment...
- Page 14 The operation of any tractor 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn...
- Page 15 TO OPERATE MOWER • Turn knob clockwise (F_) to raise cutting height. Your tractor is equipped with an operator • Turn knob counterclockwise (_-_)to presence sensing switch. Any attempt lower cutting height. by the operator to leave the seat with the The cutting height range is approximately...
- Page 16 TO TRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the When pushing or towing your tractor, oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengage transmission by placing section of this manual). freewheel control in freewheeling position.
- Page 17 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release Before driving the unit in cold weather, key as soon as engine starts. the transmission should be warmed up as not run starter continuously for more follows: than fifteen...
- Page 18 5. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake. 6. Engage transmission by placing free- wheel control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2)speed.
- Page 19 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _o'_o_°_,' F,LL ,. OATES As You COMPLETE REGULAR SERV,CE OA-'-ES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 11_'5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 11_'3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals i,,' Check Transaxle Cooling...
- Page 20 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. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATION (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to IMPORTANT:...
- Page 21 NOTE: The original equipment battery SAE VISCOSITY GRADES your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of elec- trolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS oil vJ cchart4 Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi-...
- Page 22 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick checking level. Insert dipstick into Air screen must be kept free of dirt and the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the chaff to prevent engine damage from tube. Do not thread the cap onto the overheating.
- Page 23 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 24 TO INSTALL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, make adjust- ment on one side of mower only. Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the As- • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side.
- Page 25 Tightennut "C"on both front linksan TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT equal number of turns.The two front MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL links must remain equal in length. When distance"B" is 1/8"to 1/2" lower Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.
- Page 26 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH Remove belt from all idler pulleys, trans- axle pulley and then from engine pulley. The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake BELT INSTALLATION that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Install new belt around engine...
- Page 27 NOTE:Toseal tire puncturesand prevent REPLACING BATTERY flat tires due to slow leaks,tire sealant _WARNING: Do not short battery may be purchasedfrom your local parts terminals by allowing a wrench or any dealer.Tire sealant also preventstire dry other object to contact both terminals rot and corrosion.
- Page 28 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL Idle Speed Idle Fuel Adjusting Adjusting SEMBLY Needle (If Equipped) Screw Raise hood. Unsnap headlight wire connector. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. When replacing hood, be sure to re-...
- Page 29 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST - Move throttle control lever from slow The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- to fast position. If engine hesitates essary. However, minor adjustment dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle be required to compensate...
- Page 30 blended fuels (called gasohol or using Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- 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 _WARNING:...
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" Adjust throttle control. position. Build-up of grass, leaves Clean underside of mower and trash under mower,...
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Mower blades will 1. Remove obstruction. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 SCHEMATIC SOLENOID ......_> FUSE AMMETER STARTER (OPTIONAL) ELECTRIC CLUTCH OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #1 _£E ................... FUEL (OPT ONAL) ......=_NE= /. =__SPAR_#UGS ___l_q IGNITION (2 PLUGS FELL/_ UNIT ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID ....
- Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 ELECTRICAL 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...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 167 _ _156 169 j <Y "17 chassis-stealth II 2...
- Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 180375 Rail, Frame 175282 Drawbar, 73680700 Nut 7/16-14 187934X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 184668 Support, Battery 175260X615 Hood Asm 121794X Cover, Access...
- Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 GROUND DRIVE 153_ ¢ " --143 drive 6-vgt...
- Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Hydro Gear 73680700 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 Fastener Christmas Tree 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 133835 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 141004 Bracket Shift 7563R Washer Thrust 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear STD561210 Pin, Cotter 154739...
- Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 STEERING ,,.31 i I I I II /" >...
- Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 184946X505 Cap, Spindle 74781044...
- Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER engine-kohler22 18-vgt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490636 ScrewTT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Engine Kohler CV730-0029 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 unc (See Breakdown) 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x15/32 ID x .250 149723 Muffler STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16...
- Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat 1-vgt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188714 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender Assembly 123740X Spring, Cprsn 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr.
- Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 178482 Decal Deck HVYDTY 164094 Decal Dash 177665 Decal Dash Panel 149516 Decal Battery DNGR/PSN ENG Asm 164065 Decal Insert Strg 186242 Decal Hood RH 138047 Decal Battery 181470 Decal Deck Level 186243 Decal Hood LH 140837...
- Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 lift rh 18 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Rod Asm., Lever 138057 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 123935X Plug, Hole 12000022 Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 MOWER DECK 3oX__ mower deck-54...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 187295 Deck Weldment Mower 188460 Pulley Idler Clutching STD624008 Retainer Spring 155986 Bar Pnt Adj. 187297 Cover Mandrel 156941 Pin Head Rivet 188187 Cover Mandrel 187342 Baffle Right 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm.
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 /21 _ S AIANT 2OW50 k{llr SEAL...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276101 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 Part Part Description Description 161122 Kit, housing main Gear, differential bevel (310-3000) Main housing Gear, differential bevel pinion Lip seal (310-3000) Flange bearing Shaft, differential (310-3000) Trunnion bushing Plate, differential thrust (3t 0-3000) Cradle bearing 169534...
- Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 CYLINDERHEAD, VALVEAND BREATHERI --14 CRANKCASEJ 23_@ 2J_./27 C_--22 20-- ..12 f_ O--19 _j18 © 1 5jC,...
- Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.276101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0029 CRANKCASE HEADNALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, front oil 24-032-01-S 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket Crankcase (USE: Miniblock (includes 2, 3) 24 782 14) 24-041-50-S Gasket, breather Fitting 24-294-13-S 24-096-87-S Cover, breather...
- Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES _--3 _1--4 19 --_ AIR INTAKE...
- Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen (Includes 24-027-114-S Housing, blower 2-4, & 24-113-18-S) (Includes 2) M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2) M-551016-S Screw, hex.
- Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS / 25 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION @//6 _--6 11 __ 19_ _; 18J_...
- Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange 24-199-07-S Pan assembly, oil M8x1.25x80 (2) (Includes 2-11 ) 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift (In 24-393-37-S Oil pump assembly (Includes cludes 3-7) 3,4) 25 086 113-S Screw, external torx hd.
- Page 58 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT 'i _ CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (includes 2) 24-853-90-S Kit, carburetorw/gaskets 52-139-09-S Plug, cup (includes 2,3) 24-041-52-S Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST 24 041 14-S Gasket, air cleaner base M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. 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.
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