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Craftsman 917.274761 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.274761 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 18.5 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMIIH°I
LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.274761
[_
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 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 - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman...
  • Page 2 ......Back Cover Maintenance ........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: Slope Operation

    II. SLOPE OPERATION • Nevercarry children,evenwith the bladesshut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factorrelated to loss of be seriouslyinjuredor interferewith controland tip-over accidents,which can safe machineoperation.Childrenwho result in severeinjury or death. Opera- havebeen given rides in the past may tion on all slopes requiresextra caution.
  • Page 5 • Remove gas-powered equipment from • 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 debris.
  • Page 6 PROTECTION W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC Congratulations on making a smart pur- (GAP: .030") chase. Your new Craftsman® product Ground Speed Forward: designed and manufactured for years of (MPH): Reverse: dependable operation. But like all prod-...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer Boot Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Extension Shaft Steering (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (15)/16-18 x 4 Hex Bolt Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet...

  • Page 8: Tools Required

    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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor clutch/brake pedal all the way down. from the skid.
  • Page 10 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE _CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate your new tractor, at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this cutting performance.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I',,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH 4Y G o, I ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 12 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 Switch Attachment ROS "ON"...
  • Page 13 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 any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety I...

  • Page 14: Operation

    TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Attachment Attachemnt Clutch Lever Gauge wheels are properly adjusted "Engaged" High when they are slightly off the ground when Position Position mower is at the desired cutting height operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help Position...
  • Page 15 TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS _ILWARNING: Do not drive up or down Tow only the attachments that are recom- hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do mended by and comply with specifications not drive across any slope.
  • Page 16 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM TO START ENGINE Before driving the unit in cold weather, When starting the engine for the first time the transmission should be warmed up as or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will follows: take extra cranking time to move fuel from Be sure the tractor...

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should used for trimming. 00272 • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut.

  • Page 18: Before Each Use

    FILL IN DATES /_/_X'x_'_/_ " AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_ _/_/O.Oq. _" REGULAR SERVICE /_r/_'_r_-_VSERVICE DATES C hh :; kkBirakp r?sPe_;i° Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners ll_s Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 11_3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 19 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 brake...
  • Page 20 NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip- blade. The lobes of the center hole may pings and other materials. To prevent appear to be centered,but are not. damage to seals, do not use com- •...

  • Page 21: Engine Oil Filter

    Oil Drain Valve Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housing and replace cover. Hook handle on cover and push down Closed on handle to close. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such Locked as kerosene, are not to be used to clean Position the cartridge.
  • Page 22 MUFFLER CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. Inspect and replace corroded muffler of all foreign matter. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free ate a fire hazard and/or damage. of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 WARNING: SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 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. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely...
  • Page 24 • If links are not equal in length, adjust 8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" retainer spring.
  • Page 25 3. Install mower(See "To InstallMower" With parking brake "Engaged" in this sectionof this manual). ut "A" Mandrel Idler Operating dam Nut TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Pulley Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE...
  • Page 26 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ REPLACEMENT EnginePulley Should your transmission require removal service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" Clutching Idler_ the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not...
  • Page 27 If "jumpercables"are usedfor emergency starting, follow this procedure: Seat IMPORTANT:Yourtractor is equipped with a 12 volt system.The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractorbattery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal...
  • Page 28 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 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol 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...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 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 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism• Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt. Frozen idler pulley• Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 SCHEMATIC 02831 193372 BATTERY ,o11111,o SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER /OPTIONAL} BLACK GRAY IGNITION >ARKGAPPLUGS ..UNIT (2 PLUGS • ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) FUEL I (OPTIONAL) LINE I BLUE CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176138 Switch, Interlock 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red 193149 Cable Battery...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser-It.stir...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 193510X012 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X613...
  • Page 38 QROUNo OR#rE TRACTOR. "MODEL NUMBER 917"274761 16 _52 i" drive'hydro, stirs 3...

  • Page 39: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 134683 Keeper Belt Engine (See Breakdown) 137057 Spacer 192502 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 121749X Washer 25t32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD STD581075 E-Ring 10040400...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 STEERING ASSEMBLY I / zz _D _ _-_- .... steering pl,lt...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 186780 Steering Wheel 184706 Axle Assembly Cast Iron 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25t32 x 1-5t8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Draglink...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137040 170545X505 Line, Fuel Control, Throttle/Choke 181654 17720408 Plug Drain Oil Easy Screw, Hex Head, Thread 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2 Thd., Roll.

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_It.knob_9 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 174648 Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 180166 121248X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 114-20 x 1-1/2 19131610...

  • Page 44: Wheels And Tires

    184311X428 Decal, HP Engine Pad, Footrest RH STLT 172331 193804 Decal, Mower Manual, Owner's, English 186282 193805 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Manual, Owner's, Spanish 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 186283 Decal, Panel Side 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 191551 Decal, Chassis PART WHEELS &...

  • Page 45: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 LIFT ASSEMBLY • 1718 lift-rh=l piece3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring STD624008 Retainer Spring 173288 Link Front Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 MOWER DECK 2 55i '" !147 118_ 42 D man-t-path stlt...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 133944 Washer, Hardened STD533107 Bolt 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 184907 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Front 178515 Washer, Hardened 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 .._:y-- _ 190...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 786196 Spacer .625.765 772151 Cover L.H. 792201 Spring 770135 Case 792154 Oil Fill Plug 776355 Counter Shaft 788088A Oil Seal 3/4" 778263 Spur Gear 792141 Washer .3771D .058W...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 691 @ 6841 11_ 584_ 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 3o7_ 1264 1 ENGINE 11329 REPLACEMENT 358 ENGINE GASKET 1270 617 0 1022 7_9_ 691 (_ 1266 8420 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 617 0 1022 1022 6170 1022 404 # 614 _ 1070 1005 1044_ 1040 363# 3o5 _...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274761 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 105A 127A 1270 276A@ 947A NIKKIJ 1127 1266A O 977 CARBURETOR GASKET 527_ 137 C=b 1266 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 6170 231_ 987L_ 104 _' 1270 634A_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690577 Seat-Inlet 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 695419 Valve-Choke (Nikki) 697188 Sump-Engine...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274761 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug 497608 Brush 690968 Seal-Valve 495859 Armature-Magneto 691108 Screw (Rocker Cover) 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 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 _ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!ii!i For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii[ lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii For the replacement...

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