24 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission (57 pages)
Summary of Contents for Craftsman 917.275671
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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...
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...
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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 _lb WARNING: In order to prevent toward anyone.
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I1.SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto loss of be seriously injured or interfere with controlandtip-over accidents,which can safe machine operation. Children result in severe injury or death. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tion on all slopes requiresextra caution.
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• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, the truckor 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.
QC12YC AGREEMENTS (Gap: .040") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Forward: Ground Speed chase. Your new Craftsman® product is (MPH): designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's...
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(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys...
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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 CARTON UNPACK CARTON Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-...
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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Start the engine. After engine started, move throttle control to idle After you learn how to operate your tractor, position. check to see that the brake is properly Depress clutch/brake pedal into full adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in "BRAKE"...
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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 UNLOCKED...
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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. "ON" Switch Position Ignition Switch Light Switch Ammeter...
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...
TO OPERATE MOWER mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea- sured from the ground to the blade tip with Your tractor is equipped with an operator the engine not running. These heights presence sensing switch. Any attempt are approximate and may vary depending by the operator to leave the seat with the...
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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 5. When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL to engine "ON" position. The engine in your tractor has been ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position shipped, from the factory, already filled...
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START ENGINE NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine...
F,LL,N DATES As COMPLETE ..REGULAR SERV,OE f y4 TSERV'OE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts...
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TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety ruleswhen per- • When the engine is running with the forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt by the operator...
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• 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"...
Oil Drain Valve TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Clean cartridge by tapping gently flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, Closed and replace cartridge. Locked Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover Position and secure. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge.
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MUFFLER CLEANING Inspect and replace corroded muffler • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. 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.
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SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 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.
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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. 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.
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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 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.
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Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- belt around electric clutch and onto MENT engine pulley. If steering wheel crossbars are not Install belt through stationary idler and horizontal (left to right) when wheels clutching idler.
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IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped KepsNut_ /Hex with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. Access .<' Door "Y '{"- TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Terminal _"__ Bolt...
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ENGINE IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result Maintenance, repair, or replacement if screw is turned in too tight. the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers PRELIMINARY SETTING pense, may be performed by any non-road...
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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...
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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too Loss of power 1. Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower 3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Remove obstruction. 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275671 SCHEMATIC 02843 193389 BATTERY SOLENOID IGNITION SPARK PLUGS UNIT (2PLUGS ON TW N CYL. ENG NES HOUR METER SOLENOID FUEL (OPTIONAL) LINE CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 15 AMP PC @ 36OORPM REGULATOR YELLOW ALTERNATOR 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 (REGULATOR D_SCONNECTED)
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275671 ELECTRICAL...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275671 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 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,...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275671 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 2094 209 __ chassis-stealth,stlt...
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275671 ENGINE > OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine=bs intek-twin PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175437X505 Control Throttle 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor(Flat Scrn) 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex 179022 Tank Fuel Engine, B&S Model 179124X428 Cap Asm Fuel 445677-0413-E...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275671 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677, TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1 11329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE I 789A 1054 _'_'_'%_ 1070 75C_?_ 11330 REPAIR MANUAL 726J 165_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 868_ 883_ 334_ 1022_ 3091 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 883__ 783 513_,_ 276 __...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275671 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677, TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1 PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690995 Gasket-Nozzle 699753 Cylinder Assembly 699727 Retainer-Solenoid 499585 Kit-BushinglSeal (Magneto Side) 691001 o+ Gasket-Air Cleaner 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 693148 Nut (Ring Gear) 699747 Sump-Engine 691049...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275671 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677, TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Filter-Pre Cleaner 691036 Dipstick 273638 Cover-Air Cleaner 691032 • SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube) 790689 Bowl-Float 691037 Tube-Dipstick 499810 Gasket Set-Carburetor 691108 Screw (Regulator) 699735 Seal-Throttle Shaft...
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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.
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