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Craftsman 917.272244 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 48" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272244
• 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 prn, Man - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 prn, Man - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Parts 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 is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears wLIIrepair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 MPORTANT: This cuttng machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in serious inju_ or death. L GENERAL OPERATION I1. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and to[low all Slopes are a major factor related to leas-of- instructionsin the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re- sult in severe injury or death.
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed IlL CHILDREN area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade is not alert to the presence of children. attachment bolts,tight and keep Children are often attracted to the equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 • Use slow spend. Choose a low gear so •(_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in that you will not have to stop or shift neutral, you may lose control of the while on the slope. tractor. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the _CAUTION;...
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS product, Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details, AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety rules. (ABOVE 32°F) •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel insert Steedng Sleeve (1) W_ 17/32 x 1-,3/16 x 12 Gauge i_(1) Knob (5) Retainer Springs Mower (2)Flanged (1)FrontPlate _" (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) Assemb,y _r" (4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels _--_ (4) RetainerSpdngs (4,L_clevisPins_j (doub,e,oop) 3/8-16 _,_4>...
  • Page 8 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 tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps 4. Push down on seat to engage have been completed. shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat 2. Check Brig(he oil level and fill fuel towards rear of tractor. tank with gasoline. 5.
  • Page 10 6. Install belt into electdc clutch pulley TO ATrACH NOSE ROLLER groove. 1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 7. Place the suspension arms on gauge washers, and nose roller outward pointing deck pins. Retain between deck mounting brackets as with double loop retainer spring with shown.
  • Page 11 _CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY at the factory for shippingpurposes. YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO Correct tire pressure is impodant for best ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVETHE BEST cutting performance. PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION •...
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. SATFERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OfL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVERuGFITTSMP FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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, Hourmeter Light Switch Position Ignition Attachment Clutch Switch Ammeter Attachment Lift Lever...
  • 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, or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 TO STOP MOWER BLADES - The cutting height range is approxi- disengage attachment clutch control. mately 1-112to 4". The heights are ACAUTION: Do not operate the mower measured from the ground to the blade without either the entire grass catcher, on tip with the engine not running.
  • Page 16 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AI-rACH- _-CAUTION: Fillto bottom of gas tank MENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe offany spil]ed oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with gasoline near an open flame.
  • Page 17 6. Engage transmission by placing AUTO MATiC TRANS MISSION WARM UP freewheel control in driving position Before driving the unit in cold weather, See =TOTRANSPORT" in this section the transmissionshould be warmed up as of manua ). follows: 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ERVICE DATES Check Brake Oper alion check'n_ P r=sure Check Operator Presence and _,te,k_Sy=,_,, l, / Check fo_-Loose F_t enels ShatpeNReptace Mower Blades Check Batlery Lever Cle_'_ Battery and Terminals Check Tra_axle CCoting Adjusl Blade Belt[s) T_sion...
  • Page 19 iMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble blade bolt tighten bolt BRAKE OPERATION securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat stopping distance at high speed in...
  • Page 20 • Keep battery and terminals clean. ENGINE • Keep battery bolts tight. LUBRICATION • Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. with API service classificationSF-SJ. NOTE: The original equipment battery on Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade your tractor is maintenance free.
  • Page 21 NOTE; Do not wash the paper cartridge Refill engine with oil through oil fill or use pressurized air, as this will dipsticktube. Pour slowly. Do not damage the cartridge. overfill For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" 6. Remove nut and cartridge plate. section of this manual.
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc, hose to clean your tractor unless the of all foreign matter. electrical system, muffler, air filter and • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free carburetor are covered to keep water out. of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 • Before making any necessary adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ments, check that both frontlinks are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. on level ground or driveway. Make sure • If linksare not equal in length, adjust tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- one link to same length as other link.
  • Page 24 _CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have 3. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel a firm grip on rod an release slowly. cover and remove cover. 4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel 4. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. pulley.
  • Page 25 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping MENT distance as stated above. Readiust if necessary. If stopping distance Is still Should your transmission require greater than six 6) feet in highest removal for service or replacement, it gear, further maintenance _sneces- should be purged after reinstaLlation and sary.
  • Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then BATTERY RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. _,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries 4. Install new battery with terminals in generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, same position as old battery. flame and smoking materials away from 5.
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the .ood factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as de- scdbed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as Noodlig,tWiro follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.
  • Page 28 2. With engine o ff turn idle fuel adjusting ACCELERATION TEST - needle In (clockwise) closing it finger 5. Move throttle control lever from slow to tight and then turn out (counterclock- last position. If engine hesitates or wise) 1 tum. dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle FINAL SE37"ING - out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for experience indicates that alcohol storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fifl fueltank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Lossofpower and trash under mower, housing. (continued) 4, Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter, 5. Low oil leveVdirty oil. 5, Check oil leveVchange oil, 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed, 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER _IIFUSE :=__ _ _ _ STARTER _¢_ I©:_ ..SOLENOIO CLUTCH I BRAKE ..(PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH {NOT O_CUPIED) t- ..EUECTRIC CLUTCH PTO [DISENGAGED) I 85 ', _BTA FUEL LINE ' OPERATOR PRESENCE SPARK IGNITION...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272244 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Boit, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603.1 Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150169 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Ny$on Battery Front 1!4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 175449...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawt_r 17090612 Screw. 3/6-16 x 3/4 172542X418 Dash STD533710 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16unc x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 179174X010 Panel. Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Tndrol 3!8-16 x 1]2 172540X615 HOOdAssembly 125938)( Bumper Hond...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 GROUND DRIVE 214_...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 12000001 E-Ring Hydro gear Model 323-0510 12_3583X Key, Square 174367 Clutch Ele¢ 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-19 Gr. 5 174901X419 Console, Shift 73800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 175139)(418 Steering Wheel 172393 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 23/32 x 1-_8x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Dmglink STD551137 Washer, Lock 73940800...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 175439X505 Control,Throttle Englae, ISee Breakdown) Kohlar Model Number CV624-65578 149723 Muffler 146699 Pipe Exhaust Lh 140"700 Pipe Exhaust Rh 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 146629 Sh_elclHeat 24=041-02 Gasket Kohlar CV 18-CV26 (Eae Engine Breakdown) 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 SEATASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 71110616 Bolt 123740X Sp_ng 19131610 Washer 13/32x lxl0Gauge 123976)( Locknut, Flange 1/4Grade5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 124238X Cap Spdng Seat STD541437...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP'nON 177888 Decal,Hood/Seat 177913 Decat, Panel Side 174969 Reflector LH. 177918 Decal, Engine 1779O9 Decal Hood, R,H. 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 177910 Decal, Hood, LH. 177889 Decal, Grille 177917 Decal, Engine HP LH 174970 Reflector RH 133644...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272244 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 176263 PlungerAssembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Uft 178981 Pin, Groove 1200O0O2 E-R_ng 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing,Nylon 175830 Grip, H_nd_e, FlUted 175370 Link, Lift. L.H. 175371 Link, Uft.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 MOWERDECK . 11_ 29 2 "\...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174348 Deck Weldment Mower 48 74780616 BOltFia Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr 5 138017 Bracket Asm.. Sway Bar 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQHK 9/6-16unc x 1 4939M Retainer Spring 155986 Bar Pnt Adj.
  • Page 50 ,.< .4 j129 ..rl ' _0 ,124 _SeaJant (Join1 d' etancheite) 57-20W50 Oil. 7S,a OZ (OZ de 78.820 d' Hu_le) 127 - Seal Ind O-rln g Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 HYDROGEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER323-0510 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 178782 Arm, Brake 170352 Side Houstag, Assembly 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 170354 Swa.shplata,Trunion Mach_ned 170417...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624 TYPE NUMBER 65578 c;_iNdOr[:D_ rEi_ D ';:uL;aE_Net RRE_f/: r[; I 0--ii...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624 TYPE NUMBER 65578 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032o01-S Seal oil front (Includes 24) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE; Miniblock 24 782 24) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S Fiftin 25-139°60-S...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624TYPE NUMBER65578 _GNII"IONJELECTRICAL SLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESI 3'allumaoe ou Electriaue Rabitation de $ourtleur et Ddcalentl 0--6 d ._O...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65578 IGNrrlON/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 (Incl. 2-4) 18-S) 24o100-01-S Nut plastic (3) M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0,7x25 25-139-10-S Plug, button 9/16 24-10g-02-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624 TYPE NUMBER 65578 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTINGSYSTEM I D_.marrant Svst_mel Moteur Contr61e OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I De L'Huile Pan Lut_rlfication Z__ " __OP ,,-I]...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65578 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP_ON 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly M-839080*S Screw. hex. flange (Includes 2-10) M8x1.25xgO M-645025-S Screw. hex. flange 25.098-0B-S Star_er, s_!enold shirt M6x1.0x25 assembly Includes 4-7) M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2) M-841080-S...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624TYPE NUMBER65578 EXHAUST Vilebrequin CRANKSHAFT F!chapp emen! FUEL SYSTEM I Fuel Svst_mel...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272244 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624 TYPE NUMBER 65578 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIP_ON DESCRIPTION 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 52-139-09-S Plug, cup (Includes 2-4) 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly EXHAUST (For Information only not available separately PART...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING _" ._. , Cu T ;UIDE greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 64 For repair of majorbrand appliancesin your own home... no matterwho made it, no matterwho sold For repair of carry-inproducts likevacuums, l awn equipment,and electronics,call for thenearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any_me, dayornig_ (U.SAonly) w't4w.se_rs.conl FerUle replacementparts,accessoriesand owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself,callSears PartsDimctSM! 1-800-366-PART 6aJ'n.- 11p.rn., 7 days a v,_ek (USA-c_y)

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