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Craftsman EZ 917.273014 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
CRRFTSMRN °
20 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273014
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and fellow 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
5am
5pm Mon Sat
SEARS, ROEBUCK
AND CO., HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and fellow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment 5pm Mon Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: This cutting machine Slopes are a major factor related to loss- capable of amputating hands and feet of-control and tipover accidents, which and throwing objects. Failure to observe can result in severe injury or death. All the following safety instructions could slopes require extra caution.
  • Page 4 Never run a machine inside a closed • Keep children out of the mowing area area. and under the, watchful care of another Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade responsible adult. attachment bolts, tight and keep • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase California Public Resources Code). of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Other states may have similar laws. designed, engineered and manufactured Federal laws apply on federal lands.
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering_ Extension Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Seat (1)Washer @17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 _(1) Knob Mower (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (2) Shoulder Bolts _(2) Wheels ©...

  • Page 7: Tools Required

    Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys 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 8 BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR FROM SKID CHECK BATTERY ATTACH STEERING WHEEL Lift hood to raised position. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label large flat washer from steering shaft.
  • Page 9 • Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid. ..at w %o,.o • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking S,ou,ooroo,, neutral position. • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. brake and place gearshift lever in Continue with the instructions that follow.
  • Page 10 • Turn height CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspen- For best cutting results, mower should be sion. properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL • Raise mower to highest position. MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and •...

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    CHECKLIST TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Before you operate and enjoy your new (If previously removed) • Raise and hold deflector shield in tractor, we wish to assure that you upright position. receive the best performance • Place front of mulcher plate over front 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. r:- A 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 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 end adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Switch Position Ammeter Attachment Switch...
  • 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 • Start mower blades by engaging The cuttingheight range is approxi- attachment clutch control. mately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- measured from the ground to the blade _llgage attachment clutch control. tip with the engine not running. These CAUTION: Do not operate the mower...

  • Page 16: Towingcartsandotherat- Tachments

    TOWINGCARTSANDOTHERAT- _,CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank TACHMENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Towonlythe attachmentsthat are spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or recommended by and complywith use gasoline near an open flame. specifications of the manufacturerof your TO START ENGINE tractor.Usecommonsensewhen towing.
  • Page 17 • When operating attachments, select a This may require an engine warm-up ground speed that will suit the terrain period from several seconds to several and give best pedormance of the minutes, depending on the tempera- ture. attachment being used. •...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE* REGULAR SERVICE ._ERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and]Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, Always center hole in blade must align with star observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
  • Page 20 ENGINE BATTERY LUBRICATION Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- Only use high quality detergent oil rated ever, periodic charging of the battery with with API service classification SF, SG, or an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 • Check rubber seal for damage CLEAN AIR SCREEN proper position around stud. Replace Air screen must be kept free of dirt and if necessary. chaff to prevent engine damage from • Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge overheating. Clean with a wire brush or plate, and nut.
  • Page 22 _CAUTION: Beforeperformingany serviceor adjustments: • 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 "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL SIDE-TO-SIDE. If the following front-to- • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage back adjustment is necessary, be sure to parking brake. adjust both front links equally so mower •...
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT 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...
  • Page 25 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT MENT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage If steering wheel crossbars are not parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on horizontal (left to right) when wheels bottom of left footrest.
  • Page 26 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, FRONT WHEEL away from fuel tank and battery. • Block up axle securely. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and ORDER washers...

  • Page 27: Interlocks And Relays

    • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. Headlight Wire INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Connector Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, prevent it from starting.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL • The high idle is set at the factory The choke control has been preset at the cannot be adjusted. factory and adjustment should not be nec- • Idle speed setting - With throttle control essary, check adjustment as described be- lever in slow position, engine should...
  • Page 29 Immediately prepareyour tractorfor Also, experience indicates that alcohol storage blended fuels called gasohol or using at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or more, which leads to separation and formation...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" • properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded. • before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Engine clicks but • Weak or dead battery. • Recharge or replace battery. • Clean battery terminals. will not start • Corroded battery terminals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring. • Check/replace solenoid •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. Buildup of grass, leaves, • Clean underside of mower and trash under mower. housing.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - oMODEL NUMBER 917.273014 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE AMMETER STARTER WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH (PEDAL "OPERATOR PRESENCE L..RELAY #1 S EAT SWITCH eLAC_ (NOT OCCUPIED) BLUE 8LACK FUEL SPARK PLUGS 2 PLUGS UNIT CYL ENGINES) FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID C_RGING SySTeM...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MRER 917.273014 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 4152J...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 154914 Bracket Asm. Susp Chassis 140506 Drawbar, Gt Bracket Asm., Fender 73680600 Nut,Crownlock Hex 137113 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 7/16-14UNC 17490620 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. 163976 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 19131614...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 GROUND DRIVE 35.__7 37 38...

  • Page 39: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 150035 Nyliner 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24x 1 S'rD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 5304J Actuator, Interlock Switch STD561210...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 STEERING ASSEMBLY 1313, 42 1/9_28...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944)(428 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 62661-1 Beadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip#T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 ENGINE w_.F [ SPARK ARRESTER KIT J...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) KohlerModel No. CV20S-65551 161063 MufflerSide 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAsm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 SEATASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121249x Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring,Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Washer 17/32xl-3/16x12 Ga. 127018)< Bott, Shoutder 5/16-18 x .62 19171912 Knob, Seat 145006...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    DESCRIPTION 164884 Decal, Dash Panel Decal, Blower Housing 16_65 160397 Decal, Dash Decal, V-Belt Schematic 164085 168131 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH Decal, Repl Parts 171702 164065 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH Decal, Insert Strg 171703 138047 Decal, Battery 149516 Decal, BatteryDNGR/PSN...

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 MOWER DECK 103102 104 105...

  • Page 49: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164210 Deck Weldment 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 137273 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 STD624008 Retainer Spring Vent 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Bar) 165723 Spacer, Retainer 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 TRANSAXLE KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Axle Shaft 8119M 4197R Needle Bearing 12000034 Retaining Ring 4220R Thrust Beating Race Final Drive Gear 4209R 4199R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low Differential Gear 4213R 4th Reduction Gear 4216R...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER _m13 CRANCASEJ ,,_ j1. ls-_-- l124"'d_/2e 0--8...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, oil front 24-032-01 Kit, breather cover w/ 24-033-03 Crankcase (USE: _asket (includes 2,3) Miniblock 24 782 05) asker, breather 24-041-23 24-294-13 Fitting...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES _.._2 ',_-4 tt_7 0--3 _'-ts 1o--_ AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 Kit, grass screen (Includes 54-027-95 Housing, blower 2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 M-0403025 Screw, hex.
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV20S,TYPE NUMBER65551 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS < _. 24 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION 0-_5J...
  • Page 57 TRACTO R - - MODEL NU MBER 917.273014 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0645025 Screw, hex. flange M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x25 M8x1.25x70 M-0631005 Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 24-096-05 Cover, pinion 24-199-07...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV20S,TYPENUMBER65551 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT 2-- 8 FUEL SYSTEM I...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273014 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV20S,TYPE NUMBER65551 CRAN KSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72 Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-25 Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 52-139-09 Plug, cup (Includes 2-4) 24-041 - 15 Gasket, carburetor Carburetor assembly (For information only not EXHAUST available separately) (Includes 24 757 18, 24-...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE greater than 150), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I_lb caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 64 brand appliances in your own home... repair of major no mallet who made it. no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-H OME _A_._, _-._t www.sears.com (1-800-469-4663) To bring in products such as vaoJums, lawn equil:)lTL-:_ and elecl_, ics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repmr Center 1-800-488-1222 _,_j_ www._rll.com...

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