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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
18.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.272481
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This product
has a low emission
engine which operates
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differently
from previously
built engines.
Before you start the
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engine, 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 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Sears 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. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely Look for this symbol to point out necessary.
- Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate •...
- Page 5 Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine if Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn the • Never carry passengers or children machine.
- Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. instructions will enable you to assemble Gasoline 1.25 Gallons and maintain your tractor properly. Unleaded Capacity Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". and Type: Regular REPAIR AGREEMENT SAE 10W30 Oil Type A Repair Agreement is available on this...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Steering Extension Steering Shaft Wheel Adapter Boot (h Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet Video...
- 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Label tractor off the skid. Follow the appropdate Seat instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. ,=rminal TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location controls) function 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest INSTALL SEAT...
- Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you learn how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments Place front of mulcher plate over front section of this manual.
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA3-1"ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING 01 k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVI_MP _[ PARKING BRAKE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
- Page 12 KNOWYOUR 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. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Position Clutch Lever Ammeter...
- Page 13 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the I 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...
- Page 14 • For best cutting performance, grass Attachment _ /Attachemnt over 6 inches in height should be Clutch Lever('_ .-)J _ ,.Lift Lever b-_-.J_..'? High mowed twice. Make the first cut Engaged _F_;,S Position relatively high; the second to desired height. Positio_ /[,_ TO ADJUST...
- Page 15 ADD GASOLINE Transmission Engaged • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.
- Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and 1. Place tractor safely on level surface above) with engine off and parking brake set. 2. Disengage transmission by placing 7. When engine starts, move the throttle freewheel control in "transmission control to the fast position. disengaged"...
- Page 17 MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section...
- Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE @." _,_ ,_,,o_,/_ " AS YOU COMPLETE REOU 'R SERV,CE ERV'CE 'TES l_llB Check Brake Operation Check T_re Pressure Check Operator Presence Intedock Systems CheCk for Loose F_steners SharperdReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battmy and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooing Check...
- 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 blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
- 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-SJ. an automotive charger will extend its life. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade •...
- Page 21 AIR FILTER Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain Your engine will not run properly using a valve. dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner Refill engine with oil through oil fill after every 25 hours of operation or every dipstick tube.
- Page 22 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- clean at all times.
- Page 23 & WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
- Page 24 links must remain equal in length. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • When distance =D" is 1/8" to 1/2 = lower • Raise mower to its highest position. at front than rear, tighten nut "F" • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, against trunnion on both front links.
- Page 25 TO ADJUST BRAKE Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Yourtractoris equippedwith an adjustable Carefully remove belt upwards from brakesystemwhichis mounted on the transmission input pulley and over sideof the transaxle. cooling fan blades. If tractorrequires Remove belt from center span keeper more than six (6) feet and pull belt away from tractor.
- Page 26 NOTE: If additional clearance is needed NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and to get to adjustment bolt, move mower use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
- Page 27 REPLACINGBATrERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type _WARNING: Do not short battery plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located terminals by allowing a wrench or any behind the dash. other object to contact both terminals at TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- the same time.
- Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST The carburetor has been preset at the factory 6. Move throttle control lever from slow to and adjustment should not be necessary. fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, However, minor adjustment may be required turn idle fuel adjusting needle out to compensate for differences in fuel, (counterclockwise)
- Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, alcohol blended fuels (called storage at the end of the season or if the gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. See "3-0 START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine...
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too reduce speed. fast. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. Mower blades will Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. not rotate (con't) Frozen idler pulley.
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER AMMETER Wp,_ E BLACK CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) , ,C_ ; ,--T _,' FUEL -- I ---' (CLUTCHO_ FUEL SHUT-OFF _ _ _ F____ t_j__ul_ _ _ _ SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH bi_--;--_^l...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 176689 Box Batter,j Fender 176137 Switch, |ntedock 175688 Hamess, Ught Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11• 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire 175158...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _142...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drewbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH. 172106 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/6-16 x 1/2 174330X612 Hood Assembly Laser 126938X...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 GROUND DRIVE 120"_ /_32 _ 53...
- Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 GROUNDDRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 134683 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Gr 314-0510 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 137057 Spacer Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge...
- Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 STEERING ASSEMBLY .._- ..6_"...
- Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 SteedngWheel 172393 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spledle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Dmgnnk STiTo51137 Washer, Lock...
- Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 ENGINE I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170548 Control,Throffie 1772o408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cuffing 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV492-27506 °-°_-- 174667 Muffler Gasket Kohler 12-041-03 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237 Washer Shield Sm/Dbr Guard 169837 137180 Arrestor, Spark...
- Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 18O166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 121250X Spring 145006...
- Page 45 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 177355 Decal, Hood Side 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 172331 Decal, Deck 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 165799X428 Pad FootrestRH STLT 156439 169210 Decal, Fender Danger Decal ByPass LT Hydro 179128 183264 Decal, Deck "B"42"...
- Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 LIFTASSEMBLY 29 _27 25 24...
- Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Uft Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
- Page 48 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 MOWER DECK ._,. ;146 _47 142 111 1!
- Page 49 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 141043 Guard, TUV idler STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144959 V-Belt Front 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 136420 MulcherCover STD624008...
- Page 50 119. 120- -128 r- m Zl,.= "_ (,o 107 "43...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Rotor, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 Brake Actuating Pin 170354 Swashplate,...
- Page 52 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 CYLINDER HEAD_ VALVE AND BREATHER I :YLINDRE DIRIGE SOUPAPE ET RENIFLARD I CRANKCASE I CARTER-MOTEUR 16---_...
- Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEADNALVE/BREAI"HER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes Block, cylinder (Use Short 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S Block 12 522 49) (Qty.
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGNITIONIELECTRICAL I_LECTRIQUE ALLUMAGE HABITATION DE SOUFFLEUR ET DI_CALENT I ¶ _,--9 AIR INTAKE 0-oj...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV492,TYPENUMBER27506 SLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange M-545010-S 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M6x0.3xl0 (6) M10x1.5x46 Washer, plain 1/4" 24-468-10-S 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" Plate, blower housing 12-146-07-S 24-162-03-S Screen, grass...
- Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV492,TYPE NUMBER27506 ENGINE CONTROLS ;TARTIN G SYSTEM| 31_MARRANT DE LESYSTI_ME MOTEUR CO.ROLE ,,"_,,_A,o, L,' tJ_ , < Y_ F___,/_I_ " OIL PAN I LUBRICATION DE _ HUILE PAN DE _ LUBRIFICA_ON O,_,,,A...
- Page 57 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-070-11 -S Linkage, choke M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange Clamp, cable 12-237-01 -S M8x1.25x70 Screw, hex. flange 24-086-43-S 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (includes Screw, lobed socket M-664020-S 3-8)
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT ECHAPPEMENT| VILEBREQUIN "J"-'-8 FU EL SYSTEM I FuE_ oE LE SY_E--'t_I %°?
- Page 59 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272481 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (includes 2) M-629116-S Stud M6x1.Ox116 25-139-27-S Plug, cup 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket (Includes 4,5,6 qty 1 Tie, EXHAUST cable 12-454-03-S,...
- Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2, Hold page before you so that Its left edge Is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold In the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
- Page 64 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matterwho sold 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® Anyt_e, d ay orni_ (1-80OA69-A663) (U.S.A.and Canada) For repairof carry-inproducts like vacuums,lawn equipment, a nd electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 dayorrighHU.S.A, orgy) www.sears.com...