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Owner's Manual
II:RAFTSMnN°I
GARDEN TRACTOR
23.0 HP, 50" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed
Model No.
917.275034
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
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,
ROEBUCKAND
CO., HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 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...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Look for this symbol to point out • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely important safety precautions.
- Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere • Mow up and down slopes, not across. with safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate limbs, etc. machine.
- Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
- Page 6 Please read and retain this manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Gasoline 5 Gallons Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular REPAIR AGREEMENT Oil Type SAE 10W30 A Repair Agreement is available on this (above...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Extension Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Seat Mower Leveling Wrench Bubble (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Mower (2) Flanged o%'i°gs (1)FmntPlate (single loop) etainer Springs Assembly Gauge Wheels © (2) Shoulder Bolts (2) Centerlock Nuts (2) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.
- Page 8 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 proper tightness.
- Page 9 TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See INSTALL SEAT Operation section for location and Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
- Page 10 NOTE: To assist in locating hole in INSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with Be sure tractor is on level surface and notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower suspension arms are raised with mower side-to-side to give space attachment...
- Page 11 ,/CHECKLIST CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower should be Before you operate your new tractor, we properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL wish to assure that you receive the best MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and performance and satisfaction from this Adjustments section of this manual.
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I:- ;I BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
- 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. Ignition Position Switch Ammeter Throttle Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake...
- 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 15 Start mower blades by engaging The cutting height range is approximately attachment clutch control. 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- TO STOP MOWER BLADES sured from the ground to the blade tip disengage attachment clutch control. with the engine not running. These ACAUTION: Do not operate...
- Page 16 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'n'ACH- IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, MENTS clean winter grade gasoline to help Tow only the attachments that are insure good cold weather starting. recommended by and comply with CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called specifications of the manufacturer of your...
- Page 17 • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below) 7.
- Page 18 REOO 'RSE°V,CE OV'OEOATES Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners II_s ! Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle COOling I_ € Check V-Botts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil fitter) l_lr Change Engine Oil (without oil fitter)
- Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
- Page 20 • Keep battery and terminals clean. SAE VISCOSR'YGRADES • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for t hour. -1_, NOTE; The odginal equipment battery on TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE your tractor is maintenance free.
- Page 21 ENGINE OIL FILTER Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Replace the engine oil filter every season remove the blower housing and other or every other oil change if the tractor is cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins used more than 100 hours in one year.
- Page 22 WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
- Page 23 SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH ' Mandrel BUBBLE LEVEL NOTE: If necessary, check side-to-side surface below tractor for levelness with a long board and the bubble level. • Using the lift lever, place mower position where no part of the mower, including gauge wheels, is touching FRONT-TO-BACK...
- Page 24 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel IN LENGTH pulley. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley. Remove belt from idler pulleys. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.
- Page 25 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST ATrACHMENT CLUTCH BELT The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake Park the tractor on level surface. Engage that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. parking brake. Eventually, the internal brake will wear 1.
- Page 26 IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment. 41 Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if Clutching Flat Idler necessary. If stopping distance is still Engine Above greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact a Sears or other qualified...
- Page 27 TO ATFACH JUMPER CABLES Adjustment Sleeves 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged...
- Page 28 ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement the emission control devices and sys- tems, which are being done at the Terminal .--'_ customers expense, may be performed Access Bolt by any non-road engine repair establish- ment or individual. Warranty repairs must (Red) be performed by an authorized engine...
- Page 29 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing it finger The choke control has been preset at the tight and then turn out (counterclock- factory and adjustment should not be wise) 1 turn. necessary, check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable.
- Page 30 alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol Immediately prepare your tractor using ethanol or methanol) can attract storage at the end of the season or if the moisture which leads to separation tractor will not be used for 30 days or formation of acids during storage.
- Page 31 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. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower...
- Page 33 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 Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
- Page 34 NOTES...
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 SCHEMATIC POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" RELAY M+G+A1 NONE ON + L_HT_ B+At L+A2 B + A1 NONE START _+ S + A1 NONE REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD...
- Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603,.I Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688 Harness Socket LightW/Bulb 150775...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 36/" 1/_8 17_144 1 "_. 44 17 636() 63 17...
- Page 39 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 017.275034 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180372 Rail,Frame RH 175315 Bracket Asm., Fender 175282 Drawbar,Gt 17060620 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 73680700 Nut, CrownlockHex 7/16-14UNC 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. 156973 163976)(428 DashYTGT2 Cyl Guide, Belt Gear Drive 157882...
- Page 40 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 GROUNDDRIVE...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 150035 Nyliner 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24x 1 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 178575 Actuator, Interlock Switch STD561210 Pin, Cotter 73931000 Nut, Centerlock#10-24...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 STEERING ASSEMBLY 1313...
- Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 6&55M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip#T5304-75 121232.X...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 ENGINE 21 _IB 18 15 ' 37 LSPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
- Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 ENGINE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Engine(See Breakdown) Kohler 1234873( ClampHose ModelNo. CV674-75544 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC 149723 Muffler 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC 121361X PulleyV-Idler 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x 177748 Keeper Asm, Belt Engine .250...
- Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 123740X Spdng, Cprsn 180166 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 140675 19171912 Washer17/32xl-3/16x12Ga. Strap, Fender 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 166369 Knob, Seat STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 124238X...
- Page 47 138047 Decal, Maintenance Decal, Deck Level Reflector, Taillight LH 181470 174969 Reflector,Taillight RH 177416 Decal, Engine 174970 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 163204 138311 Decal, Handle Lft Height Adjust (Lift Handle) 156439 Decal, Fender Danger Decal, Clutch/Brake Pad, Footrest LH 181249 179768X428...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 42 43...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.275034 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 137150 Spring, Compression Inf Hgt Rod, Adj Lift 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 137187 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Uric 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 138057 12000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 MOWER DECK...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 181606 Mower Deck Weldment 50 137166 Stiffener, Arm Idler Keeper, Belt idler STD541413 Nut,Crewnlock 5/16-18 173979 Pulley, Idler Flat 72110506 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 131494 Pulley, Driven 7631J Runner,MowerLH 174375...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 TRANSAXLE ° "o .o°" °.oO-...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMB ER 917.275034 TRANSAXLE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Bearing 12OOOO34 Thrust Bearing Race RetainingRing 4220R 4199R Final Ddve Gear 4209R 3rd ReductionPinion, Low 4216R DifferentialGear 4213R 4th Reduction Gear...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I 2\P\_ '_,,,f +- _r7...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ 24-032-01 -S Seal, oil front gasket (Includes 2, 3) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24 782 14) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I _I---8 17\_ AIR INTAKE...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UM B ER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 2-4) 18-S) 24-100-0i-S Nut, plastic (3)
- Page 58 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 STARTING SYSTEM S° OIL PAN ! LUBRICATION...
- Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange (Includes 2-10) MSx1.25x80 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange 25-098-08-S Starter, solenoid shift M6x1.0x25 (Includes 4-7) M-631005-S...
- Page 60 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM J...
- Page 61 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-61-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST 24-053-61 Carburetor assembly (For information only not PART...
- Page 63 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 b slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
- Page 64 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME dayornight (1-80o469-4_3) (u.sA andCanada) V_NW.S_9,rS.CO_I3 I_Nw.se_lll.ca For repair of carrj-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Pads and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 _'ne, dayor r_ght ( U.SA only)