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Craftsman 917.272951 Owner's Manual

20 hp electric start 46" mower 6 speed garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
£RAFTSMAH +
20 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272951
• 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 operating this equipment. 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...
  • 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.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet Slopes are a major factor related to toss- 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 result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 4 • Keep children out of the mowing area • Never run a machine inside a closed and under the watchful care of another area. responsible adult. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade • Be alert and turn machine off if children attachment bolts, tight and keep 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 Califomia 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. A...
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Steedng Adapter 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 l___Front Link Assemblies-- (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (2) Shoulder Bolts _(2) Wheels...

  • Page 7: Tools Required For Assembly

    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 HOWTOSETUPYOURTRACTOR BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID CHECK BATTERY ATTACH STEERING WHEEL • Lift hood to raised position. • If this battery is put into service after • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and month and year indicated on label large flat washer from steering shaft. (label located between terminals) •...
  • Page 9 INSTALL SEAT NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate Adjust seat before tightening adjustment instruction below to remove the tractor knob. from the skid. • Remove adjustment knob and fiat washer securing seat to cardboard TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See packing and set aside for assembly of...
  • Page 10 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT • Place the L.H. suspension arm on Be sure tractor is on level surface and inward pointing deck pin. If necessary, mower suspension arms are raised with rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension attachment...
  • Page 11 o/CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tiros on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate and enjoy your new at the factory for shipping purposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you Correct tire pressure is important for best receive the best performance and cutting performance.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I- +1 BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENG.NEON ENG,NEOFF O'LPRESSURE ",G.TSON O VI_.F FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED...
  • Page 13 KNOW Y OUR 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 _t Switch Switch Position Clutch 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: To Operate On Hills

    • Start mower blades by engaging The cutting height 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 gage attachment clutch control. tip with the engine not running.
  • Page 16 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT- ACAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank TACHMENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Tow only the attachments that are spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or recommended by and comply with use gasoline near an open flame.

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    • When operating attachments, select a This may require an engine warm-up ground speed that will suit the terrain pedod from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the tempera- and give best performance of the ture. attachment being used. •...

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __//_/_/_/_,/"" F,LL ,"O,TES /__Z_'T/_,-_X_" AS YOU COMPLETE /___"0_,_ _,'_ R,'_ Check Brake Operation C_eck Tire Pressure Ch6ck Operator PreSence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Shamen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Temlinals Check Transaxle Cooling AdJust Blade...
  • 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 and BRAKE OPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
  • Page 20 ENGINE BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system LUBRICATION 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. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade •...

  • Page 21: Clean Air Screen

    CLEAN AIR SCREEN • Check rubber seal for damage and Air screen must be kept free of dirt and proper position around stud. Replace if necessary. chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or • Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge compressed air to remove dirt and plate, and nut.
  • Page 22 • kCAUTION: Before performing any 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. • Tum ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...

  • Page 23: Mower Drive Belt Removal

    FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT 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 ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 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 MOTIONDRIVE BELT MENT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage If steering wheel crossbars are not parking brake. For ease of service there horizontal (left to right) when wheels are is a belt installation guide decal on positioned straight forward, remove 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 to allow wheel removal.

  • 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 Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or 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 contrc essary, check adjustment as described be- lever in Slow position, engine should idk low before loosening cable.

  • Page 29: Engine Oil

    Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, experience indicates that alcohol storage at the blended fuels called gasohol or using end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moistur tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • Engine not "CHOKED" • See"TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. • Engine flooded. • Wait several minutes before attempting to start. • Bad spark plug.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but • Weak or dead battery. • Recharge or replace battery. wlllnot start • Corroded battery terminals. • Clean battery terminals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven • Worn, bent or loose blade, !• Replace blade. _ghten blade bolt. Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 SCHEMATIC o111 BATTERY SOLENOID AM_ER I _l STARTER (OPTIONAL) I ..WHl_E_J _ • L ... "%_ S _._ ELECTRIC CLUTCH I ..;'_ o-{_-i) ..: --1--1 ___8_7 A__', E_REENI I "_ GREEN I ' r'l "---P-L)
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 ELECTRICAL ' 70 : 28 - - _ ... -----": :-':': : :---':'- ..
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 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 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.272951 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 1, i 7" 43_._ 139___ _'_17 33-_ "_"-...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 152728 Bracket, Chassis Front 140506 Draw'oar, Gt STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 73680700 Nut, Crownlock Hex 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassi.' 7/16-14 unc 163976 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 137113 Bracket Asm., Fender...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 GROUND DRIVE +"-" ..._++i:Ty...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 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. #10-24 x 1 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/6-16 5304J...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 STEERING ASSEMBLY 1313...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting.Grease 161849 SpindleAsm, LH 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Bearing,Race ThrustHarden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 12000029 Ring,Klip#T5304-75 121232X Cap. Spindle 74781044 Bolt, Fin Hax 5/8-11 x 2-3/4 136518...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODE L NUMBER 917.272951 ENGINE "37 [SPARK ARRESTER KIT [ PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Engine (See Breakdown) 7834R Fuel Line Kohler Model No. CV20S- 132920 Spark Arrester Kit 65551 10010500 WasherSplif 161063 Muffler Side 123487X Clamp Hose 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 17060620...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 SEAT ASSEMBLY 12 19 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 134300 Spacer, Split 140675 Spring, Cprsn Strap, Fender 121250X 127018X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123976X Washer 17/32xl -3/16xl 2 Ga.
  • Page 44 KL=Y PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIFqlON 172507 Decal, Dash Panel 133179 Decal, Blower Housing 164085 Decal, Dash 160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Hood,Craftsman,RH 171702 24-113-18 Decal, Engine Far Decal, Hood,Craftsman,LH 171703 24-113-30 Decal HP Engine 149516 Decal,BatteryDNGR/PSN 138047 Decal, Battery ENG Asm...

  • Page 45: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever STD624008 Retainer, Spring 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 130171 Trunnion 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 73680800 Nut, Cmwnlock 1/2-13 Unc 19292016...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 MOWER DECK 31_ I...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156948 DockWeldment 17490628 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar STD551037 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 18 Ga. STD624008 Retainer Spdng 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 TRANSAXLE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Bearing 12000034 4220R Retaining Ring Thrust Bearing Race 4199R Final Drive Gear 4209R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low 4216R Differential Gear 4213R 4th Reduction Gear 4215R...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I --13 t5_, 2_ / -- 28 CRANCASE...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CRANKCASE HEADh/ALVEIBREATHER PART 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) asket, breather 24-041-23 24-294-13 Fitting Cover, breather...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES 0--4 s-_T _1---$ _'-II AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITIONICHARGING PART 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 06,. M-0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 (4) 24-100-02 Nut, plastic (2)
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS OIL PAN I LUBRICATION...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 OIL PANILUBRICATION 3TARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0645025 Screw, hex. flange M-O839070 Screw, hex. flange Vex1.0x25 M8x1.25x70 M-0631005 Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 24-096-05 Cover, pinion 24-199-07 Pan, oil assembly M-0839080 Screw, hex.
  • Page 56 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT 2--11 "! FUEL SYSTEM I I"...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272951 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-25 24-014-72 Crankshaft (Includes 2) 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 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! !i!i!i_i!ili:_!_i 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...

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