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Craftsman 917.275630 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 18.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.275630
[_
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
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 this product, Call: 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 Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman...

  • Page 2: Warranty

    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 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. • Never direct discharged material _IWARNING: In order to prevent toward anyone.
  • 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 trailerand 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. Allow machine to cool before...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    REPAIR PROTECTION Forward: Ground Speed AGREEMENTS (MPH): Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's...

  • Page 7: Check Battery

    Slope Sheet Keys For Future (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the oper- ating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
  • Page 8 CHECK DECK LEVELNESS (See TO ROLL TRACTOR SKID Operation For best cutting results, mower hous- section location ing should be properly leveled. See "TO controls) function LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service Press lift lever plunger and raise and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,I SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED...

  • Page 10: Operation

    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. "ON" Position Light Switch Ammeter Attachment...

  • Page 11: Mower Blades

    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 a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard...
  • Page 12 Attachment • Attachment Lift For best cutting performance, grass over Clutch Switch 6 inches in height should be mowed Lever High Position "Engaged" twice. Make the first cut relatively high; Position the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly...
  • Page 13 TO OPERATE ON HILLS • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the _,WARNING: Do not drive up or down oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do section of this manual).

  • Page 14: Cold Weather

    MOWING TIPS Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release • Mower should be properly leveled key as soon as engine starts. best mowing performance. See "TO not run starter continuously for more LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"...

  • Page 15: Before Each Use

    F,L',. AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE /_r_'_TSERVlOe DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades lI_3 Lubrication Char_ Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine...
  • Page 16 ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position TRACTOR (Normal Operating) Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then...
  • Page 17 The blade can be sharpenedwith a file TRANSAXLE COOLING or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt to sharpen while on the mower. and chaff which can restrict cooling. Tocheck blade balance,you will need a V-BELTS 5/8"...
  • Page 18 Unlock drain valve by pushing inward _jHandle slightly and turning counterclockwise. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.
  • Page 19 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. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free Water in engine or transmission will...
  • Page 20 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure against trunnion on both front links. tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-...
  • Page 21 Mandrel With Parking Brake "Engaged" Nut "A" Jam Nut Mandrel Pulley TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable 00238 brake system which is mounted on the TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to...
  • Page 22 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Electric Clutch Block up axle securely. _ -- Clutch Remove axle cover, retaining ring and Locator washers to allow wheel removal (rear Clutching ----- wheels have a square key - Do not Idler lose). Repair tire and reassemble.
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the BLACK cable first from chassis then from the fully charged battery. backside of the grill. RED cable last from both batteries. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb...
  • Page 24 ENGINE IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the if screw is turned in too tight. emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, PRELIMINARY SETTING may be performed...
  • Page 25 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 acids during...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE 3ORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too Loss of power Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower 3.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism• Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. • belt. Frozen idler pulley• Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 SCHEMATIC 02834 19389 BATTERY SOLENOID IGNITION SPARK PLUGS UNIT (2PLUGS ON TW N CYL. ENG NES HOUR METER SOLENOID FUEL (OPTIONAL) LINE IB_UF CHARGING SY STEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM --__ 9 AMP @ 3600 (REGULATOR...
  • Page 30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 ELECTRICAL I- ..
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Battery, Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown, Battery, Front 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon, Battery, Front 1/4 176138 Switch, interlock 175688 Harness,...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 2094 209 __ chassis-stealth,stlt...

  • Page 33: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 193635X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel, Dash, LH 188702X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175260X615 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery STD541437...

  • Page 34: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 GROUND DRIVE drive-fender.stlt...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275630 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless 206-545C 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 (See Breakdown) 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive Keeper, Belt, Center Span 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 169691 Screw 3/8-16 x .875 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 17120614 Cover,...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275630 STEERING steering stealth prem...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275630 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 186094X428 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25132 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 175121 Link Drag STD551137...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275630 ENGINE > OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs, lcy! PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 176636X505 Control Throttle 123487X Clamp Hose Black 8543R Line Fuel 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex Engine, Briggs Model 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 31 P777-0348-E1 139277...

  • Page 39: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 SEAT ASSEMBLY ..15 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188719 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 134300 Spacer Split...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275630 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 187407 Reflector, 164065 Decal, Steering Wheel 138047 Decal, Battery, Diehard, Sears 193308 Decal, Fender, Instructions 186242 Decal, Hood RH 186572 Decal, Fender 186243 Decal, Hood LH 149516 Decal, Battery 160396 Decal, Deck Sch.

  • Page 41: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275630 LIFT ASSEMBLY [ift-rh, 1piece25 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 179504 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 uric Plunger Assembly 159476 175689 Trunnion Shaft Assembly, Lift 188822 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer insert Pin, Groove 12000002 1/2-13 unc E-Ring 19211621 Washer...

  • Page 42: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 MOWER DECK 4oi€ 113 111 2_ 23 24 118 _ .117 D elec-t-path stlt...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 140088 Mower Housing Guard, Mandrel, L.H. STD533107 Bolt STD624003 Retainer 138017 137729 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Fr. Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 165460 178515 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Washer, Hardened STD624008...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275630 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 3,5A 42..A MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 790079 Brake Lever 772147 Transaxle Cover 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1 /4" 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792075...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 8842 11 _ 584_ 12641_ 8_1_ 146 '_ 126_ 1038_ 718 ' 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 943 0 1270 lr 1022 _7591 617 0 8_1_ _307 524 _ 8420...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 868 _-'_ 1022 1022 6170 1034 1091 24o_ 366,<_ 141A 1266AC>b 947_ 276@ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 1127_ 104,9 634A_ 0670 137_ 276_ 1060 _-_ 6_ 1266W I 977 CARBURETOR...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic) (MagnetoSide) 694352 Jet-Main (Standard) 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275630 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 690968 Seal-Valve 694476 Screw (Fuel Pump) 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover) 385A 690297 Screw (Fuel Pump) 697091 Line-Vacuum 697090 Pump-Fuel 690589 •...
  • Page 51 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, Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 52 Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii: no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii: For the replacement parts, accessories iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.

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