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Craftsman 917.275012 Owner's Manual

23.0 hp, 48" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
JCRAFTSMAWJ
GARDEN TRACTOR
23.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.275012
I
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.
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,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman

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  • Page 1 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- SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A. visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman...
  • Page 2 HOME. After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    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. • Never carry passengers. Look for this symbol to point out • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely important safety precautions.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere • Mow up and down slopes, not across. with safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.
  • 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. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
  • Page 6 REPAIR AGREEMENT =RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this Gasoline 3.5 Gallons product. Contact your nearest Sears Capacity Unleaded store for details. and Type: Regular CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Oil Type: SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety rules. API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F) •...
  • Page 7 _Drain_ For Future Use Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys Video (2) Keys Cassette Slope Sheet...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
  • Page 9 Depress clutch/brake pedal into full CHECKLIST •BRAKE" position and hold. Move Before you operate and enjoy your new gearshift lever to 1st gear. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and the best performance and satisfaction slowly drive tractor off skid.
  • Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD WARNING OI k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OV%_M. ] UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE...
  • Page 11 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 Switch Switch Position Ammeter Throttle Control...
  • Page 12 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 The operationof any tractorcan resultin foreign objects thrown into safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR •...
  • Page 13 TO OPERATE MOWER • Turn knob counterclockwise (_)to lower cutting height. Your tractor is equipped with an operator The cutting height range is approximately presence sensing switch. Any attempt by 1-1/2 =to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- the operator to leave the seat with the sured from the ground to the blade tip engine running and the attachment clutch...

  • Page 14: Before Starting The Engine

    NOTE: To protect hood from damage _CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels when transporting your tractor on a truck (called gasohol or using ethanol or or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and methanol) can attract moisture which secured to tractor. Use an appropriate leads to separation and formation means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,...

  • Page 15: Cold Weather Starting

    COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below) 7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in.

  • Page 16: Lubrication Chart

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE L_"/"._/_._. _"_..._ RE O R SERV,OE f F Z/ / / y y TsEnv,oE o rEs Chec, ora.o.,-- Check "13rePressure Check Operator Presence and Intedock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level C_een Battery and Terminals v"...
  • Page 17 TRACTOR Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck Always observe safety rules when and mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, BRAKE OPERATION center hole in blade must align with star If tractor requires more than six (6) feet on mandrel assembly.
  • Page 18 ENGINE BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system LUBRICATION which is sufficient for normal use. How- Only use high quality detergent oil rated ever, periodic charging of the battery with with API service classification SF-SJ. an automotive charger will extend its life.

  • Page 19: Clean Air Screen

    7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not Cartddge overfill. For approximate capacity see Foam "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for Rubber checking level. Insert dipstick into the Seal Knob tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.

  • Page 20: In-Line Fuel Filter

    IN-LINE FUEL FILTER CLEANING The fuel filter should be replaced once • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. each season. If fuel filter becomes of all foreign matter. clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free tor, replacement is required.
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to =STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 22 Install front plate assembly to tractor Ar_SUspensi°n suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown. 8. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and Lift Link plate assembly to align holes and _,,_:;::__=_- Adj ustment insert flanged pins.
  • Page 23 BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE R.H. Mandrel Electric EQUAL IN LENGTH Clutch Idler a.H. .Mandrel Nut "C" R.H. Suspension Idler Arm TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC- ONDARY) DRIVE BELT Front Plate Trunnion Assembly Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
  • Page 24 REINSTALL MOWERDRIVEBELT 15.Reinstall mandrel covers and securely tighten all screws. (Referto =TOREMOVEMOWERDRIVE BELT"illustrationin this sectionof 16.Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all grooves correctly. manual). 17. Reinstall mower to tractor (See "TO 14.Installbelt into upper grooveof R.H. INSTALL MOWER"...
  • Page 25 With parking brake "Engaged" Clutching Rat Idler Engine Belt Keeper Ope_ Belt Transaxle Pulley Twists Belt Keeper As Viewed from Bottom TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- Park the tractor on level surface. Engage MENT parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on If steering wheel crossbars are not...
  • Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK ustment _W'_A ERY RNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. Jam Nuts If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
  • Page 27 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully Hood remove battery from tractor. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. Reinstall terminal guard. 6. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex Headlight Wire 3ector bolt and keps nut as shown.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL 2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle In (clockwise) closing it finger The choke control has been preset at the tight and then turn out (counterclock- factory and adjustment should not be wise) 1 turn. necessary, check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable.
  • Page 29 alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or Immediately prepare your tractor for using ethanol or methanol) can attract storage at the end of the season or if the moisture which leads to separation tractor wilt not be used for 30 days or formation of acids during storage.

  • 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 "TO START ENGINE" 2, Engine not "CHOKED" properly, in Operation section. Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ LOSS of power fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves...
  • Page 32 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. not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 SCHEMATIC BLAC_ BAKERY SOLENOID SOLENOID CI4A_ SYSTEM OUTPUT t5 AMp DC e 3_00 RPM PTO SWITCH HEADLIGHTS POSI_ON CIRCU_ C+G,B+H IGNITION SWITCH C+F,B+E.A÷D POSmON : CIRCUIT -MAKE- RELAy M+G+A1 NONE _N + LK_ B+AI L+A2 B + A1 NONE...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 ELECTRICAL •...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 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 LightW/4152J...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.275012 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 17 44 17...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail,Frame RH 175315 Bracket Asm., Fender 175282 Drawbar,Gt 17490620 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 73680700 Nut,CrownlockHex 7/16-14UNC 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. 163976X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 156973 Guide, Belt Gear Drive...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 GROUNDDRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 150035 Nyliner 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 178575 Actuator, Interlock Switch STD561210 Pin, Cotter 73931000 Nut, Centedock #10-24...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 STEERING ASSEMBLY 1313" ,40 ° 6'/ /...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering Axle Asm., Front 178557 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 SpindleAsm, LH 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 12000029 Ring, Klip#T5304-75...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 ENGINE 217_20 SPARK ARRESTER KIT ] KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 145006 Clip Engine (See Breakdown) 10010500 Washer Split KohterModel No, CV674-75544 Muffler 123487X ClampHose 149723 17490636 Screw TI- 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC 121361X PulleyV-Idler 17490664...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 180166 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring,Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 145006 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12 Ga. Clip, Push In, Hinged STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Ucc...

  • Page 44: Wheels And Tires

    Decal, Battery 178482 Decal Mower Heavy Duty 106202X Reflector, Taillight 177416 Deca%, E ngine 138311 Decal, Handle Lft Height Decal, Fender, Craftsman 163204 Adjust (Uft Handle) 156439 Decal, Fender Danger Pad, Footrest LH Decal, Clutch/Brake 179768X428 161249 Pad, Footrest RH...

  • Page 45: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 LIFT ASSEMBLY 19 18 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121(X)6X Rod Asm., Lever 137150 Spring,Compression Inf Hgt 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 112 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 137167 Rod, Adj Lift 12000022...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180359 DeckWeldment Mower 48 137729 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8 178915 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 180808 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 49_9M RetainerSpring 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 178024 Bar Sway Deck...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 TRANSAXLE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Needle Bearing Axle Shaft 8119M 4197R Thrust Bearing Race Retaining Ring 4220R 12000034 3rd Reduction Pinion,Low Final Drive Gear 4209R 4199R 4th Reduction Gear DifferentialGear 4213R 4216R 3rd Reduction PinionSpacer...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER _,11 1_11t: " CRANKCASEJ XI-7 0---8...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR ° - MODEL N UMBER 917.275012 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTtON DESCRIPTION Seal, oil front 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Crankcase (Includes 2, 3) (USE: Miniblock 24 782 14) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather...
  • Page 52 TRACTO R - - MODEL N UM BER 917.275012 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 BAFFLESJ IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING _p-.- S -_"_' • 17\_ • AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen (Includes 2- 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes 2- 4,and 24 113 18-S) M-403025-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.275012 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS • OIL PAN J LUBRICATION...

  • Page 55: Starting System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 KOI-ILERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV674,TYPENUMBER75544 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839080-S 24-199-07-S Screw, hex. flange Pan, oil assembly M8x1.25x80 (Includes 2-10) 25-098-08-S M°645025-S Starter, solenoid shift Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2) (Includes 4-7) M-631005-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.275012 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 EXHAUST :RANKSHAFT I 2--1 FUELSYSTEMJ...

  • Page 57: Fuel System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275012 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup EXHAUST KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 25o072-04-S Stud, M8xl.25x33 PA-75544 Replacement Engine 24 782 14 Miniblock...

  • Page 59: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    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.
  • Page 60 For repairof major brand appliancesin your own home... no matter who made it,no matter whosold 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-8(X)-469-4663) WWW.SeEirs.corn For repairofcarry-inproducts like vacuums, lawnequipment,and electronics, callfor the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 AnyUme, dayorr_ghqU.SA ore) W,seEy_Colln For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSM! 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.-11...

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