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£RAFTSMAH
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC
STL_vP_T
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273022
•
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 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman Estates,
IL 60179
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment, Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,...
- Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail- able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply).
- Page 3 • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • Tum off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. •...
- Page 4 • Never make adjustments or repairs with • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and deterioration, •...
- Page 5 A spark CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase arrester for the muffler is available through of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been your nearest Sears Authorized Service designed, engineered and manufactured Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of to give you the best possible dependability this manual).
- Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE t" (1) Shoulder Bolt (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (3) Retainer Springs (Double Loop) I _lr (2) Weld Nuts .-. (2) Lock Washers (2) Washers L_ 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge...
- Page 7 Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size (_(2) Washers 3/8 x 718 x 14 Ga. ,-_.m (2) Shoulder Bolts Seat (2) Centerlock Nuts Video (2) Keys (2) Gauge Cassette Wheels _'I_ Steering Wheel Assemblies Mulcher =_(2) FrontLink Assemblies Plate...
- Page 8 Yournewtractorhas beenassembledat the factorywithexceptionof those partsleft unassembled for shippingpurposes.Toensuresafe 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY...
- Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR The tires on your tractor were ovednflated CHECKBATTERY at the factory for shipping purposes. • Lift hood to raised position. Correct tire pressure is important for best • If this battery is put into service after cutting performance.
- Page 10 IMPORTANT:Checkbeltfor properrout- • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack- et under left footrest and retain with ing in all mowerpulleygrooves. Install belt intoelectricclutchpulleygroove. double loop retainer spring. • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise • Install one front link in top hole of the to remove slack from mower suspen- right hand front mower bracket and right sion.
- Page 11 NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nutto latch v" CHECKLIST hookby insertingweld nut fromthe top Please review the following checklist: with hookpointingdown.Tighten hard- ,/ All assembly instructions have been waresecurely. completed. • Raiseandhold deflectorshieldin up- ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. right position. ,/Battery is properly prepared and •...
- Page 12 Thesesymbolsmayappearon yourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Learnand understand theirmeaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED r 'l R N H ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS...
- Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswith yourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof variouscontrolsandadjustments. S avethis manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Ignition Switch Ammeter Attachment Clutch Switch Throttle Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Pedal Lift Lever Choke Control Brake Control Lever...
- Page 14 The operationof any tractorcan 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 stan- dard safety glasses.
- Page 15 approximate and may vary depending _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower upon soil conditions, height of grass and without either the entire grass catcher, on types of grass being mowed. mowers so equipped, or the discharge • The average lawn should be cut to guard in place.
- Page 16 IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good weather starting. WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
- Page 17 WARMWEATHER STARTING (50° F PURGE TRANSMISSION ANDABOVE) A, CAUTION: Never engage or disen- • Whenenginestarts,slowly pushchoke gage freewheel lever while the engine is controlin untilthe enginebeginsto run running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- smoothly.If the enginestartsto run mance, it is recommended that the trans- roughly,pullthe chokecontrolout slight- mission be purged before operating tractor...
- Page 18 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • "nre chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and mower housing is attached to tractor. trash. Clean after each use. • Mower should be properly leveled for •...
- Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .,_,,P_ _ FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE __O_O_J Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Intednck Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrk_tion Chart Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Check Batter/Level Clean Battery and Temlinels Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level...
- Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. •...
- Page 21 • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. TO CLEAN BA'I-rERY AND TERMINALS TEMPERATURE R/t_GE AN_G_PATED BEFORE NEXT Oft. CHANGE Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- Change the oil after every 50 hours of minals can cause the battery to "leak"...
- Page 22 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge To insure proper cooling, make sure the or use pressurized air, as this will damage grass screen, cooling fins, and other the cartridge. external surfaces of the engine are kept •...
- Page 23 We do not recommend using a garden CLEANING hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- of all foreign matter. tor are covered to keep water out. Water •...
- Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWERHOUSING • To raise front of mower housing, loosen Adjustthe mowerwhiletractoris parked nut =H" from trunnion on both front links. on level groundor driveway. Makesure "13ghten nut "G" on both front links an tires areproperly inflated(See equal number of tums. "PROD- •...
- Page 25 • Install new belt onto electric clutch pul- • Check primary idler arm and two idlers ley. to see that they rotate freely. • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand • Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri- mandrel pulley.
- Page 26 Left Hand Pulley Mandrel Secondary Cover Idler Arm Spring Anti-Sway-Bar Bracket TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake necessary.
- Page 27 BELTINSTALLATION NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes • Place V part of belt into grooves on too excessive, reverse the above adjust- engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keep- ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn.
- Page 28 a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehical must also be a 12 volt nega- tive grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicals. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat- tery, taking care not to short against...
- Page 29 ENGINE KepsNut HexBolt ATe ;'sr:' Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair establishment or indi- vidual. Warranty repairs must be per- formed by an authorized engine manufac- turer's service outlet.
- Page 30 TO ADJUSTCHOKECONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING The chokecontrolhasbeenpreset at the • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factory and adjustment should not be nec- the throttle control cable is adjusted essary, check adjustment as described properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE below before loosening cable.
- Page 31 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See =TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not'CHOKED" prop- Operafion section. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Cuffing too much grass,_oo • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- fast. fion/reduce speed. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Adjust throttle control. • Clean underside of mower hous- • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. rotate (cont'd) • Replace blade mandrel. • Place throttle control in "FAST" Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow. position.
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273021 SCHEMATIC SOLENOID _)AMMETER ELECTRIC CLUTCH • ..;WlTCP • ..8L_CK ..OPERATOR PRESENCE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) o_uE (OP_ONAL) e_cK FUEL1 SPARKPLUGS IGNIT_N _PLUGS FUELSHUT_FF SOUENOIO RELAY "R_E NON-REM_OVABLE IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS |t:|l ENGINE CONNECTOR...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2730202 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 PushNylon 1/4" 153664 Switch IntedockPush-In STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 73350400...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 147i _ '...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rag, Frame RH 73680500 Nut, Crowrdock 5/16-18 Unc 140506 Drawbar,Gt 154914 BracketAsm., Susp Chassis Lh 73800700 Nut, LockHex 7/16 Unc 137113 BracketAsm., Fender ScmwThdml. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 163976 DashYTGT2Cyl 17490620...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 GROUNDDRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock5/16-18 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/6-16 142432 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 140481...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 137094 AxteAsm., Front 6855M Rffing, Grease 161849 SpindleAsm, I.H 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X Cap, Spindle 74781044...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 ENGINE _j74 _...,..._ I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) ..KohlerModel No. CV20S-65551 161062 MufflerSide 1-1/8" 98 132OO3OO Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAsm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine 105432X Bushing 140923...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY "PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 121249X Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 123740X Spring, Cprsn Strap, Fender 127018X 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12...
- Page 47 160397 Decal, Mower EZ3 149516 Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN 163203 ENG Asm 163265 Decal, Dash Panel 163916 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 164065 Decal, Insert Strg Decal, Battery 163917 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 138047 Decal, Drawbar CNTRL 140837 Decal, Brake Parking Saddle...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 LIFT ASSEMBLY "L...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., LiftVgt 159189 LeverAsm., LiftRh 12000022, E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8.16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 MOWER DECK...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164210 Deck Weldment STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 131494 Pulley,Idler, Flat STD624008 Retainer Spring 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven Bar)
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE MODLE NO. 222-3010L...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE MODLE NO. 222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 153767 Locknut,Hex 5/16-18 164592 Assembly,Housing,RH 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142904 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 1ol/2 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18xl 142876 BrakeShaflAssembly 142907 ShoulderBolt...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing,Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Bearing,Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm,Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571 HousingKit,Transmission 122770x...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CYUNDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J CRANCASEJ 2_z3 0--8...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, oil front 24-033-03 Kit, breather coverw/gasket 24-032-01 Crankcase (Includes 2,3) 24-041-23 Gasket, breather (USE: Mir_'biock 24 782 05) 24-096-15 Cover, breather 24-294-13 F'_ng M-0645020...
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES e..._ D.._4 6_.t 10"_" 1"8 6--*" AIR INTAKE...
- Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 IGNmON/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 Kit, grass screen 54-027-95 Housing,blower (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 36) M-O403025 Screw.
- Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273021 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 STARTING SYSTEMJ ENGINE CONTROLS 16..6 "15 2, .-_._-_... _,._12 _ 6..-,I OIL PAN I LUBRICATION O--2 9--_ /,,2 "-...
- Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273021 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 M-0645025 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 24-096-05 Cover, pinion M-0631005 M-0839080 Washer, plain 6 mm (2) Screw, hex.
- Page 62 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM I...
- Page 63 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ICJt, carburetorw/gaskets 24-014.72 Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-8,53-25 52-139-09 (Includes 2-4) Plug, cup 24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor Carburetorassembly (For informationonlynot available separately) (Includes24 757 18, 24-053-25, EXHAUST 24-757-19, 24-757-20, 24-757-...
- Page 64 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL greater then 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- J Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme cai,Jtlon when changing direction on slopes.
- Page 68 the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir serv|cio...