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CRnFTSMnN °
25.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46 MOWER
AUTOMATIC
AWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272201
• Safety
• Assembly
° Operation
• Maintenance
° Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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- Page 1 Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears corn/craftsman...
- Page 2 Paris Ordering ....... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS 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,...
- Page 3 SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: T his cutting machine is ca- pable of amputating hands and feet and Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss_ throwing objects Failure to observe of-control and tipover accidents, which following safety instructions could result can result tn severe injury or death_ AIr in serious injury or death.
- Page 4 • Keepchildrenout of the mowing area • Never run a machine inside a closed and under the watchfulcare of another area. responsibleadult, • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade • Be alert and turn machineoff if children attachment bo_ts, tight and keep equip- enter the area.
- Page 5 TORQUE: quired by law (Section 4442 of the Cali- CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase fornia Public Resources Code)_ Other of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been de- states may have similar laws. Federal signed, engineered and manufactured laws apply on federal...
- Page 6 ii1,1 illlllllll ul= i Steering Sleeve Sleering Extension Wheel insert Steering Sleeve (1) Washer 17t32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (t) Shoulder (1) Knob Boll 5/16-18 Mower (2) Front Link Assemb!_ (4) Relainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (2) Keys Video Cassette...
- Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your trac- Ior all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely, Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness, Review...
- Page 8 INSTALL SEAT TO DRIVE TRACTOR SKID Adjust seat before tightening adjustment (See Operation section for location knob, and function of controls) • Remove adjustment knob and flat • lk WARNING: Before starting, read, un- washer securing seat to cardboard derstand and follow all instructions in the packing and set aside for assembly Operation...
- Page 9 IMPORTANT; For shipping purposes, • Place front of mulcher plate over front mulcher plate was preattached to your of mower deck opening and slide into mower. The mutcher plate must only be place, as shown° • Hook front latch into hole on front of used with the mulching blades that came mower deck,...
- Page 10 o Install one front link in top hole of the ° Turn height adjustment knob clockwise Roll, tront mower bracket and RHo front to remove slack from mower suspen- sion. suspension bracket. Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown, °...
- Page 11 v' CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE ]"HE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFAC- TION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed, / No remaining loose parts in carton.
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. CAUTJON OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY WARNING OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON LIGHT PARKING BRAI<E UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL...
- Page 13 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 luture reference, Light Switch Position Ammeter ignition Switch...
- Page 14 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, standard safety glasses.
- Page 15 The cuttingheight rangeis approximately • Start mower blades by engaging 1.1/2" to 4% The heights are measured tachment clutch control. from the ground to the blade tip with the • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- engine not running. These heights gage attachment clutch control.
- Page 16 • Do not push or tow tractor at more than WARNING: Experience indicates that two (2) MPH. alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol • To reengage transmission, reverse using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation above procedure. NOTE: To protect hood from damage...
- Page 17 WARMWEATHER STARTING (50° F and PURGE TRANSMISSION above) _, CAUTION: Never engage or disen- gage freewheel lever while the engine is , When engine starts, slowly push choke running. control in until the engine begins to run To ensure proper operation and perfor- smoothly.
- Page 18 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep MOWING TIPS mower housing free of built-up grass and o Tire chains cannot be used when trash. Clean after each use. mower housing is attached to tractor. • The special mulching blade will recut •...
- Page 19 REGU_R SERWCE .... _,_r_/_,_'_ _,_,,_'_SER VICE DATES C,,eo,< e,+,ka ( ..°+++++ + -" L Check Operator Presence and T Interlock S ystems Check tot Loose Feslene,rS Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Ik/f4 LubdcellonChad Check Batlo=yLevel ..... clean Battery end,,Termlne!s ..Check Transaxle Cooling "...
- Page 20 TRACTOR • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated. BRAKE OPERATION Trailing If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Mandrel stopping distance at high speed in high- est gear, then brake...
- Page 21 TO CLEANBATTERY ANDTERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils Corrosionand dirt on the batteryand ter- (5W30, 10W30 etc,) improve starting minals cancausethe battery to "leak" cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils power. will result in increased oi! consumption ° Remove terminal guard, when used above 32°F.
- Page 22 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS TO SERVICE PREoCLEANER • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other exo • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in ternal surfaces of the engine are kept...
- Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc, hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- of alt foreign matter. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- Keep finished surfaces and wheels free tor are covered to keep water out.
- Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING o Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. Both links should on level ground or driveway. Make sure approximately 10-3/8". tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- °...
- Page 25 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT • Be sure spring is securely hooked primary idler arm and bolt in mower MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL housing. , Park tractor on a level surface. Engage MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION parking brake. ° Remove screws from left hand mandrel •...
- Page 26 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE • Check secondary idler arm and idler to BELT see that they rotate freely. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage • Be sure spring is hooked in secondary parking brake. idler arm and sway-bar bracket.
- Page 27 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT while motion control lever is in neutral sition, follow these steps: Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage • Loosen the adjustment boll parking brake. For assistance, there is a ° Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footresL...
- Page 28 REPLACING BATTERY Washers A CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- Retaining nals by allowing a wrench or any other Ring object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch Axle Cover bands,rings,etc. (Rear Wheel Only) Positive terminal...
- Page 29 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS • Check that swivel is against stop If it is Loose or damaged wiring may cause your not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre- cable back until swivel is against stop_ vent it from starting.
- Page 30 PRELIMINARY SETTING* , Be sureyou havea clean air filter,and the throttlecontrolcable and chokeare adjustedproperly(see above). • With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) closing it finger t!ght Governed Idle Spring Stop and then turn out (counterclockwise) (Red or White) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns.
- Page 31 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor., Also, experience indicates that alcohot age at the end of the season or if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using tor will not be used for 30 days or more, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation...
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION 11 H,, LLJH',,,,, Will not slarf Out of fuelo Fill fuel tank, See "TO START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" properly. • Operation section. Watt several minutes before at- Engineflooded, !• tempting to start. • Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug.
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE • Clean and regap or c'hange Loss of power (cont'd) ° Faulty spark plug, spark plug. • Replace fuel filter. • Dirty fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and refili with • Stale or dirty fuel. fresh gasoline.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Worn, bent or loose blade. • Replace/sharpen blade. (conrd) Tighten blade boil • Buildup of grass, leaves and = Clean underside of mower trash under mower. housing. • Mower drive belt worn. °...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID (OPTIONAL) WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERViCiNG OF UNIT, THEY HEADLIGHTS SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING PTO SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT POSITION CIRCUIT =MAKE"...
- Page 36 TR ACTOR - - MO DE L NUMBER 917.272201 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 37 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Batten/ 74760412 Boll, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603,,I Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front t/4-20 x 7-!/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Ny!on Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-tn 17720408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 114_20UNC x 112 166184...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES "!; .
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw, 3t8-16 x 314 163976 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Ca[dage 318-16 x 1 167203 Panel, Dash, LH 187202 Panel, Dash, RH 161023X558 HoodAssembly 162026 Plate Battery STY]" 19131312 Washer 13132x 13116x 12 Gauge $3"D541437...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.272201 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 140294 V-Beft, Ground D_ve Hydro gear Model 314-0510 169691 Keeper, Center Span Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Lt 17060612 137140 Clutch Elec Cvx 88&3R Cover, Pedal...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 STEERING ASSEMBLY "/2 ..l_..J :> < 1 -""--,t_= /_LU'-F_ >.-i...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH, 169839 Spindle Assembly, R H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x t 6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27132 x 1-114x 16 Gauge 12000029...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 ENGINE oPT,o.AL E=;iP._.T Spark Arrester...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 164067 Control, Throttle Engine, (See Breakdown) B&S Model Number 445777-0t29-E1 149723 Muffler 159955 Tube, Manifold, LH 160589 Tube, Manifold, RH 150178 Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Sems 162797 Shield, Browning 165391 Mufller Gasket (See Engine Breakdown) 13280336 N_pple, Pipe 318 NPT x 4-1t2...
- Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-112 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat !2t249X Spacer, Spilt 71110616 Bolt 1237403< Spring 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 145OO6 Cltp, Push-In Hinged 124238:<...
- Page 47 Decal, Lift Handle Decal Dash Pnl 13831t 172055 Pad Footrest LH STLT Decal, Mower I65800X426 133179 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal, Fender, Craftsman 165799)(428 163204 Decal, By Pass LtHydro Decal, FendarDanger 169210 156439 Owner's Manual, English Decal, V-Bait Ddve Schematic...
- Page 48 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 LIFT ASSEMBLY 25 24...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159461 Lift Lever inner Wire Assembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lilt 138284 Pin, Groove 120(XXX)2 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 2t/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge t20183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted t22365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 MOWER DECK 1031 D2 J'_'_ 104 t05 i0---_ ,oo ,{zfi-? g ..-- ,°, _,../102...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156943X598 Deck Weldment. 46" 137273 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 138457 Vent Bracket Asm. Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer Spdng 17060620 Screw 3/8-18 x 1-1/4 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 122052X Spacer, Relainer (Sway Bar) 144949X598 Arm, Idler Secondary 850857...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510...
- Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272201 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Rotor, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly t70408 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate t 70353 Center Seclton, Assembly 142881 170354 Swashplale,...
- Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 BRIGGS & STRATON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1 267 6 • 'Jr REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO iNSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. _32_J I 1019 LABEL KIT I 447A _' 1017 1035 _ 691 _, 865B_ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL ] _'z..
- Page 55 TRACTOR'" MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 BRIGGS & STRATON ENGINE.MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 BRIGGS & STRATON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, NUMBER 0129-E1 TYPE 74 t' 63s _ 358 GASKET SET 163_ 883_ 943 (_ 102_ t081...
- Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 BRIGGS & STRATON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 694001 Cylinder A.ssembly t 30 690993 Throttle Valve 499585 Bushing/Seal Kit 131 499805 Throttle Shaft Kit 391086 Oil Seal 133 499806 Carburetor Float 690069 Engine Sump...
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272201 BRIGGS & STRATON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 808656 Fuel Pump 865B 691015 Air Guide Cover 690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 690968 *VValve Seal 94930 Screw (Back Plate) 690969 Guide Bushtng 690999 Carburetor Plate...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15°MAX. __ /=_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I| _ greater than 15"), never across the face, Make turns gradu- ! ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
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