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Craftsman 917.272954 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 46" mower 6 speed garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272954
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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
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, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the dale of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting m achine iscapable ofamputating hands a nd feet a nd throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are e major factor related to loss-of- instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re-...
  • Page 4 Ill.CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed area. Tragic accidents canoccur 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 /I, CAUTION: Tow only the attachments • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the siope. with specifications of the manufacturer of •...

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    REPAIR AGREEMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details, ANDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety rules. _.PI-SP-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) •...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Steering Wheel Steering Steenng Sleeve Wheel Insert Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Mower etainer Spnngs (2)Ranged (double loop) etainer Spr;ngs (1)Front Plate "_ (single loop) Assembly ) Shoulder Bolts Gauge Wheels (.,wes,.,.,.'_. (2) Wheels 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga_m,f Video Casseffe Slope Sheet...
  • 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 INSTALL SEAT TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location and 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 INSTALL M OWER ANDDRIVE BELT 8, Position front plate assembly between Besure tractor front mower brackets. Raise deck and is on level surface and plate assembly to align holes and mower suspension arms are raised with insed flanged pins. Secure pins with attachment lift control.
  • Page 11 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE V'CHECKLIST The tires on your tractorwere overinflated Before you operate and enjoy your new at the factoryfor shippingpurposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you Correct tire pressure is importantfor best receive the best performance and cutting performance. satisfaction from this quality product.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENOINEON ENG,NEOFE O,LPRESSORE L,e._SON O %_MP ]_ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED...
  • 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 future reference. Ignition Switch Position Ammeter, Switch Throttle Control...
  • 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 Thecutting 1. Select desired height of cut. h eight range is approximately 2. Lower mower with attachment lift 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- control. sured from the ground to the blade tip with 3. Start mower blades by engaging the engine not running.
  • Page 16 TOWING CARTS A ND OTHER ATtACH- _I_.WARNING: Experience indicates that MENTS alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or Tow only the attachments thatare using ethanol or methanol) can attract recommended byand comply w ith moisture which leads to separation and specifications ofthemanufacturer ofyour formation of acids dunng storage.
  • Page 17 MOWING TIPS WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) • Tire chains cannot be used when the 7. When engine starts, slowly push mower housing is attached to tractor. choke control in until the engine • Mower should be properly leveled for begins to run smoothly.
  • Page 18 2 - _ mo_) orlon whim _adng In _dy or dully co_J_o_a. roq_Ji_ if I(:IVl_Oed r_Bi_t _Fr_ b_e_. 3 • ff _0p_I o4 filler, ohange C_l ov_/50 hO4JrL ?. l_gh_ h_r_ a_k_ p_,ot bo_ _o 35 _-_. mmamu_. 4 - _ t_ad_b rnorI often _ mo_no Y_ iandy...

  • Page 19: Operation

    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. 4. 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 ENGINE BA'I-rERY LUBRICATION Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficientfor normal use. How- Only use high quality detergent oil rated ever, pedodic charging of the battery with with API service classification SF-SJ. an automotive charger will extend its life. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade •...
  • Page 21 NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge Oil Drain Valve or use pressurized air, as this win damage the cartridge. 6. Remove nut and cartridge plate. 7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge. S. Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud.
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. carburetor are covered to keep water out. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels tree Water in engine can result in a shortened of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Recheck side-to-side adjustment. • Raise mower to its highest position. and el • Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same. •...
  • Page 24 Left Hand Mower Center Screws Electric Mandrel Blade Mandrel Left Hand Pulley L.eftn ,_-_ Idler Crutch Mandrel Ha o'_" Mandrel Mandrel t Mower Cover Drive Bert Idler Arm Mower Sway Bar Drive Bracket Belt TO ADJUST A'n'ACHMENT CLUTCH Keepers The eloctdc clutch should provide years of service.
  • Page 25 IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment 4. Road test tractor tor proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if Clutching FlatIdler ClutchingIdlerBelt necessary. If stoppingdistance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, AboveBelt Keeper further maintenance is necessary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
  • Page 26 If =jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: Adjustment Sleeves IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehical must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to Adjustment B olt Spring negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely Close terminal access doors. Close hood. Hex Bolt KepsNut Terminal Access Attachment L ift Jam Nut Spring Door TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL...
  • Page 28 Idle Fuel speed IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles Adjusting Adjusting and the seats in carburetor may result if Screw screw is turned in too tight. PRELIMINARY SETFING - Throttle Control Cable 1. Be sure you have a clean air tilter, and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see "TO ADJUST THRO'I-rLE CONTROL CABLE"...

  • Page 29: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for experiance 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

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORREC_ON =ROBLEM CAUSE 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attempting to start. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass!too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. i 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Vlowerbladeswlll 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. rot rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt, 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 1.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNmONSWITCH REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4o20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Ba0ePj 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7,5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Satte_ Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch Interiock Push-In 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 4152,1...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 •CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 15;' 581_ 91 - I 17...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail, Frame RH 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 175282 Drawbar, Gt 175315 Bracket Asm., Fender 73680700 Nut, Crownl_.k Hex 7/1 6-14UNC 17(To0620 Screw 3/6-16 x 1-1/4 163976X428 DashYTGT2Cyl 19131614...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 7552R Washer, ThrUst, Axle 150035 Nyliner 1748_.508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 743_1016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 STD541437 Nut, Crownleck 3/8-16 178575 Actuator, Intedock STD561210 Pin, Cotter...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 STEERINGASSEMBLY 7"...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPllON 139768 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Cast., Front 685_,t Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle/_sm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm,, RH 6266H Beapng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 12123P.X Cap, Spindle 74781044...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 ENGINE ISPARKARRESTERKITI KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Engine(SeeBreakdown) 123487X ClempHose KohlerModelNo.CV20-65561 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC 149723 Muffler 17490664 Screw ]'r 3/5.16 x 4 UNC 126197X Weshar 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID 121361X Pulley V-Idler X ,250...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split 140651 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121250X Spdng,Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut. Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 19171912 Washer 17/32xl-3/16x12 12S/018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/18-18 x .52 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 166369...
  • Page 44 Decal, Mower 172507 Decal, Dash Panel 133179 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 164085 Decal, Dash 160397 Decal, Repl Parts 1717(_ Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 174665 Decal, Engine 171703 D_cal, Hoed, Craftsman, LH 24-113-30 149516 Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN 24-113-18 Decal, Engine KHLR Fan...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 LIFTASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006)( Rod Asm., Lever 150_33 Trunnion, Infln Height 1775,35 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgi 110807X Nut, Special 159189 Lever Asm., Uft Rh 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 1_00_22 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 137150 Spring, Compression Inf Hgt...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Anchor, Spdng Deck 46" 156948 Deck Weldment 144945 17490628 Screw, 3/8-16 x I-3/4 138457 Brackut Asm., Sway BaT STD5510G7 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 16 Ga. $1_(_4008 Retainer Spdng 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 TRANSAXLE PART pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIFnON Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Bearing 4197R 12OOO034 Retaining Ring 4220R Thrust Beadng Race 4199R FIll Drive Gear 4209R 3/d Reduction Pinion, Low Differential Gear 4213R 4th Reduction Gear 4216R Differential Pinion 4442R 3rd ReducUon Pinion Spacer 4215R...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV20, TYPE NUMBER 65561 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I m'f3 [_jls 15,_,...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20, TYPE NUMBER65561 HEADNALVE/B REATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ 24-032-01 Seal, oil front gasket (Includes 2,3) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24 78205) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S Fittln M-645020...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV2O, TYPE NUMBER 65561 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGNITION/FLECTRICAL AIR iNTAKE J...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20, TYPE NUMBER 65561 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Incl. 2-4) (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3) 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16 M-403025-S...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20, TYPE NUMBER65561 STARTING SYSTEM 31L PAN / LUBRICATION g/12 10__...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20, TYPE NUMBER 65561 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARING SYSTEM KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M-839070-S Screw, hex, flange M6x1.0x25 (2) M8x1.25x70 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 24-096-05-S Cover. inion 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20, TYPE NUMBER65561 EXHAUST ] CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM ¼...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272954 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20, TYPE NUMBER 65561 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-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 (For information only not availabte separately) EXHAUST...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL greater than 15 ) never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exerc se extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 Forrepairof majorbrandappliances in your own home... no matterwho made it,no matterwho sold 1-800-4-MY-HOME @ An,pine, day o_ rtgtt (1-8(X).469-4663) (U,SA andCanada) WWW.S_61_J.CO_I Wt_PN.,_ieOl'_ Forrepairof carry-in products likevacuums,lawnequipmentand electronics,callfor the nearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any_me, day orrt_t (U.SAo_y) wwwm Forthe replacement parts,accessories andowner'smanuals thatyou need todo-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirecP'! 1-800-366-PART...