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18.5 H P, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.273591
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Before
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read and understand
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Manual
Read and follow alJ 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, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 Read and follow alJ Safety this product, Call: 1°800°659°5917 Rules and instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 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 machineis capableof amputatinghands andfeet and throw- ing objects.Failureto observethe following safetyinstructionscould resultin serious injury or death. Be awareof the mowerdischargedirec- _IWARNING: In order to preventac- ° tion and do not point it at anyone. Do cidentatstarting when settingup, trans- not operate the mowerwithout either porting,adjustingor making repairs, the entiregrass catcheror the guard in...
- Page 4 o Never carry children. They may fall off o Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with o Removeobstaclessuch as rocks,tree safe machine operation. limbs, etc. o Never allow children to operate o Watchfor holes,ruts, or bumps. Un- machine.
- Page 5 o Be sure the area is clear of other people o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree before mowing.Stop machineif anyone limbs, etc. enters the area. o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven o Nevercarry passengersor children terrain could overturn the machine.
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Page 6: Product Specifications
Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pup Forward: Ground Speed chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is t st (MPH): designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's... - Page 7 Bubble Level Mower Leveling Wrench (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys...
- Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the oper- ating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
- Page 9 mNSTALL MULCHER PLATE 6. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle (ff previously removed) position. Raise and hold deflector shield 7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full upright position. "BRAKE" position and hold. Move Place front of mulcher plate over front gearshift lever to 1st gear.
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Page 10: Check Tire Pressure
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKL IS T The tires on your tractor were overin- Before you operate and enjoy your new flated at the factory for shipping purposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive Correct tire pressure is important for best the best performance and satisfaction cutting performance. - Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, I'-,I SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
- Page 12 KN OW YOU R 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. ht Switch Position Hourmeter Ignition Switch...
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Page 13: To Move Forward And Backward
The operation of any tractor 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard... -
Page 14: Towing Carts And Other Attach- Ments
Attachment Clutch Lever For best cutting performance, grass over "Engage" Position 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when "Disengag Deflector mower is at the desired cutting height in... - Page 15 BEFORE STARTING ENGmNE 1. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set CHECK ENGmNE OiL LEVEL parking brake. The engine in your tractor has been Place gear shift lever in neutral shipped, from the factory, already filled position.
- Page 16 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS o Mower should be properly leveled IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep best mowing performance. See "TO mower housing free of built-up grass and LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this o The special...
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Page 17: Lubrication Chart
F,LL ,, DATES AS COMPLETE ..REGULAR SERV,OE f y< TSERV'OE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check... - Page 18 TRACTOR Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. forming any maintenance. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 BRAKE OPERATION Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
- Page 19 NOTE:The original equipmentbattery on TO CHANGE ENGINE your tractoris maintenancefree.Do not Determine temperature range expected attemptto open or removecaps or covers. before oil change. All oil must meet API Adding or checkinglevelof electrolyte is service classification SG=SL. not necessary. o Be sure tractor is on level surface.
- Page 20 Clean out chaff and debris Pull up on air filter cover handle rotate towards engine. Air Screen Remove cover. Carefully remove air filter cartridge premcleaner from base. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
- Page 21 SERVmCE OR ADJUSTMENTS: WARNmNG: TO AVOmD SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMmNG 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 to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
- Page 22 Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of Place flat washer and clutch spring Mower to_ Mower to idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring. Install belt onto engine pulley. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSmNG Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway.
- Page 23 o Toraise front of mower,loosennut "F" from trunnionon both front links.Tighten nut "E"on both front links an equal num- ber of turns.The two front links must remain equal in length. o When distance"D" is 1/8"to 1/2"lower at front than rear, tightennut "F"against trunnionon both front links.
- Page 24 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move freely, the transaxle is in neutral. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the parking brake. For assistance, there is a right rear wheel. belt installation guide decal on bottom side...
- Page 25 TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK BAT- First connect RED battery cable to TERY positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten _IWARNJNG: Lead-acid batteries gen- securely. erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame Connect BLACK grounding cable to and smoking...
- Page 26 iMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the if screw is turned in too tight. emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, PREMMINARY SETTING may be performed by any non-road engine...
- Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for stop blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more, which leads to separation and formation acids during...
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Page 28: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manua[ unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE OORRECTiON WJI[ not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded. - Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower Mades will 1. Remove obstruction. 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
- Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER BLACK • WHITE '© SOLENOID _L___ CLUTCH / BRAKE ..( )G (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH WHITE I _1 (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK ............. _-} L_' , Oj_A-- ....
- Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 ELECTR.mCAL 1875...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRiPTiON 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4o20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Battery, Front 1/4o20 x 7ol/2 150109 Holddown, Battery, Front 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon, Battery, Front 1/4 176138 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness,...
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Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures
TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES z_278 _209 chassis-stealth,stlt... - Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRMPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 192289X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8=16 x 1 167203 Panel, Dash, LH 188702X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175260X615 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery...
- Page 36 GROUNDDRIVE TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 drive-fender.silL3...
- Page 37 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 GROUND DRmVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRMPTION Transaxle Peerless 206-545C 123533X Cover, Pedal (See Breakdown) 175410 Pulley, Engine 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 173937 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5-1.5 Thr. STD551143 Washer 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 Ring, Retainer 154778...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 STEERING steering stealth prem...
- Page 39 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x !-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring KIip #t5304-75 175121 Link Drag STD55!
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 176636X505 Control Throttle/Choke 171875 Screw Hwhd Hi=Lo #13o16 x 3/4 Engine, Briggs Mode! 31P777-0348-E1 (See Breakdown) 137352 Muffler 165291 Muffler Gasket 148456 Tube Drain oil 169837 Shield Heat 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 179022...
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Page 42: Seat Assembly
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat if,knob 14 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 180166 Bracket Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4=20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8=16 unc x 1 121249X Spacer Split 28x .88 Zinc... - Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164065 187407 Reflector, Decal Steering Wheel 138047 156368 Decal Battery, Diehard, Sears Decal Fender, Operator Inst. Hood RH 186572 186242 Decal Decal Fender 186243 Decal Hood LH 149516 Decal Battery Deck Sch.
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Page 44: Lift Assembly
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 LiFT ASSEMBLY •... - Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 LiFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 179504 Plunger Assembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 188822 Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 120183X Bearing, Nylon 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted 139865 Link, Lift, L.H. 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.
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Page 46: Mower Deck
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 MOWER DECK 102j 1147 -134 D man-t-path stEt 4,... - Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRMPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Roller Nose 182032 Mower Housing 132264 STD533107 Bolt 180533 Bracket Roller Nose RH 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 136420 Cover Mulching 42"...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 PEERLESS TRANSA×LE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 180J_ MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE...
- Page 49 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESOR{PTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 o 20 x 1-1 /4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 _ 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 884_ 11 _ 584_ 12641_ 146 '_ 126_ 741_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 8680 943 O 1270 _7591 617 0 842O 1027 / 1019 LABEL 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I I 1036 EMISSION...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31}=777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 868 _'_ 1022 _] 1022 6170 1034 --10_ 1119_ •_ _-1o6 lo91 127 (_ 276@ 1127L4 _ 104%-CA 4A_KIT-087 R B URE TO R6_ 137_ 276@ 634_...
- Page 52 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER. 31P777, TYPE NUMBER. 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Mat!c) (MagnetoS!de) 694352 Jet-Main (Standard) 391086 • Seal-Oi! (Magneto Side)
- Page 53 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273591 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRmPTION DESCRIPTION 89838 Wrench=Spark Plug 690968 Seal-Valve 694476 Screw (Fuel Pump) 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover) 385A 690297 Screw (Fue! Pump) 697091 Line=Vacuum 697090 Pump-Fuel 690589 •...
- Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION //VE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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