Table of Contents
Advertisement
Owner's Manual
CRRFTSMIIN °
LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275640
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 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Craftsman 917.275640
Summary of Contents for Craftsman 917.275640
- 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...
- Page 2 For your convenience, IN HOMEwarrantyservice will still be availableafterthe first 30 days of purchase,but a trip charge will apply.This charge will be waived if the Craftsman productis droppedoff at an authorizedSears location.Forthe nearestauthorizedSears location, pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.This warranty appliesonly while this product...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachine is capableof amputatinghands and feet andthrow- ing objects.Failureto observe the followingsafetyinstructionscould result in serious injury or death. • Never direct discharged material _IWARNING: Inorder to preventac- toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidentalstarting when setting up, trans- material against a wall or obstruction. porting,adjustingor making repairs, Material may ricochet...
- 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 refuelit 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 container,ratherthan from a gasoline storing.
- Page 6 Plug: Champion RC12YC AGREEMENTS (GAP: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: chase. Your new Craftsman® product (MPH): Reverse: designed and manufactured for years of Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI dependable operation. But like all prod- Rear:...
- Page 7 (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (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). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM...
- Page 8 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your CHECK TIRE PRESSURE tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate The tires on your tractor were overinflated instruction below to remove the tractor at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- from the skid. rect tire pressure is important for best...
- Page 9 ,/CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor, wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: ,/All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared charged.
- Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
- 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. ROS "ON" Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Switch...
- Page 12 The operationof any tractorcan result in foreign objectsthrowninto the eyes,which can result in severeeye damage. Alwayswear safetyglasses or eye shieldswhile operatingyour tractoror performingany adjustments or repairs. We recommendstandardsafety glassesor a wide vision safety maskworn over spectacles. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR...
- Page 13 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Attachment Clutch Switch Pull Out To "Engage" Lift Lever High Gauge wheels are properly adjusted ,_Position when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height operating position. Gauge wheels then ,,::_S'_...
- Page 14 TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS _WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do Tow only the attachments that are recom- not drive across any slope. Use the slope mended by and comply with specifications...
- Page 15 CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) below) attract moisture which leads to separa- When engine starts, allow engine tion and formation of acids during storage. to run with the throttle control in the Acidic...
- Page 16 PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS _iCAUTION: Never engage or dis- • Mower should be properly leveled for engage freewheel lever while the engine best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the is running. To ensure proper operation and per- Service and Adjustments section...
- Page 17 F,LL,NOATES AS YOU COMPLETE /__._" ..REGULAR SERVICE _"_r/J%'4r_J£-'4r_-_£'_r SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 11##'5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals i,,' Check Transaxle Cooling...
- Page 18 TRACTOR • When the engine is running with the ig- nition switch in the ROS "ON" position Always observe safety rules when per- the attachment clutch engaged, any at- forming any maintenance. tempt by the operator to shift into reverse BRAKE OPERATION should...
- Page 19 V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear 5/8" Bolt or p Blade after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Center Hole Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. BATTERY ENGINE Your tractor has a battery charging system...
- Page 20 Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. To open, pull out on the drain valve. Handle 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 21 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu- retor, replacement is required. 1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards...
- Page 22 & WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
- Page 23 Check adjustment on right side of tractor. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Measure distance "D" directly in front of Adjust the mower while tractor is parked and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of on level ground or driveway. Make sure mower housing as shown.
- Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST BRAKE BELT Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way The mower blade drive belt may be re- down and engage parking brake. placed without tools. Park the tractor Measure distance between brake oper- level surface. Engage parking brake.
- Page 25 Neutral Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll Motion Control Lever Lock Gate belt around electric clutch and onto engine pulley. Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. Reinstall clutch Iocator and tighten securely. Reconnect clutch harness. Adjustment Bolt Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves TRANSMISSION...
- Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Disconnect BLACK battery cable BATTERY then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- Install new battery with terminals erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame same position as old battery. and smoking materials away from bat-...
- Page 27 In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to Hood the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix- ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out Headlight Wire (counterclockwise) increases the supply Connector of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.
- Page 28 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract tor will not be used for 30 days or more. moisture which leads to separation...
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Faulty spark plug. Clean and regap or change (cont.) spark plug. Dirty fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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. Frozen blade mandrel.
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID IGNITION UNIT /_I!SPARK PLUGS PLUGS ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) FUELSHUT-OFF METER SOLENOID (OPTIONAL) CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM 9 AMP DO @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED) REGULATOR I O_11 iLTERNATO R[ _ J_JL_OL_jI ...........
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray Battery 145211 Bolt Btr Front 114-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 176138 Switch Interlock 175688...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275640 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 209_ .._278 //-209 J 20 209 ' 3"; >209 chassis-stealth,stlt...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275640 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 193635X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 167203 Panel Dash LH 188702X010 Panel Dash RH 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175260X615 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery STD541437 Locknut Hex with Insert...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 GROUND DRIVE dfive-hTdro.stlt_73...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 x Gr. 5-1.5 Transaxle, HydroGear, Model 314-0510 (See Break down) STD551143 Washer 192502 Rod Shift Fend. 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 180505 Clutch Electric 142432 Screw...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275640 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering stealth prem...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 186094X428 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 175121 Link Drag STD551137...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275640 ENGINE > 3337 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 176636X505 Control Throttle/Choke 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex 139277 Stem Tank Fuel 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3t8-16 x 3/4 Engine Briggs...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275640 SEAT ASSEMBLY "25 seat It.knob PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188719 121248X Seat Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 134300 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Spacer Split...
- Page 44 186242 Decal Hood RH 164065 Decal Steering Wheel 186243 Decal Hood LH 193307 Decal Fender Opr. 186572 Decal Fender Craftsman 149516 Decal Battery 146046 Decal V-Belt Drive Schematic 186331 Decal Hood Side Panel 193654 Decal Dash 189020 Decal Engine 179128...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275640 LIFT ASSEMBLY 18 20 lift-rh. 1piece3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 179504 Plunger Assembly 173288 Link Front Susp 159476 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1/2-13 unc Shaft Assembly, Lift 188822 Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion Front Susp 12000002 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275640 MOWER DECK 118_ _117 _116 42 D elec-t-path silt...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut Lock 3/8-16 uric 165892 Mower Housing 73900600 STD533107 Bolt 140088 Guard Mandrel L.H. Retainer 138017 Bracket Asm Sway Bar Front STD624003 Screw Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 48 ..< 120_ r--t ..._c "_m ",4 ",4 L108 [125 SEALANT 20W50 78.80Z 127- SEAL O-RING...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510-20 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Kit, Main Housing 142892 Bolt, Nylok Main Housing, Machined 170411 Spacer, Brake Torsion Spring Bushing .865 X .985 X .790 170413 Bolt, Square Head - Brake 170352 Kit, Side Housing...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 43 7 684_ 11 __._b 146 _' I 584__ lO36_ 718 ' 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 8680 943 O 1270 1022 [ 757__ 759_ 20 @ 617 0 1266 _307 8420...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 868 _ 1022 1022 6170 1034 1091 127 O 276@ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 1127._ 634A_ 9870 137_D 276d_ 977 CARBURETOR GASKET 95" 117_ 142 t 6170 1266A <L__...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (MagnetoSide) 108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic) 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 694352 Jet-Main (Standard) 697188 Sump-Engine...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275640 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION •+ Seal-Valve 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 690968 694476 Screw (Fuel Pump) 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover) Line-Vacuum 385A 690297 Screw (Fuel Pump) 697091 697090 Pump-Fuel 690589 •...
- Page 55 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.
- Page 56 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....