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Owner's
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27.0 HP, 54" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.276120
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Sears
Craftsman
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5 am =5 pm, Mort = Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
U.S.A.
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- Page 1 Read and follow aH Safety th_ product, Ca,,: 1 800 659 5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am =5 pm, Mort = Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 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 mMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Be aware of the mower discharge direc- AI_WARNING: In order to prevent tion and do not point it at anyone.
- Page 4 Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with Mow up and down slopes, not across. safe machine operation. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree Never allow children to operate limbs, etc. machine. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. even terrain could overturn...
- Page 5 Be sure the area is clear of other people Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree before mowing.Stop machineif anyone limbs, etc. enters the area. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven Nevercarry passengersor children terrain could overturn the machine. Tall evenwith the bladesoff.
- Page 6 Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: 0=5.8 chase. Your new Craftsman® product (MPH): Reverse: 0=2.1 designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Steering Extension Steering Steering Sleeve Shaft Wheel Wheel Insert Adapter Nose Roller Gauge Wheels (i) Adjusting (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Washers Spring 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Wheels (2) Hex Bolts (4) Clevis Pins 5/16-18...
- Page 8 Your newtractor has been assembledat the factory with the exceptionof those parts left unassembledfor shipping purposes.Toensure safe and proper operationof your tractor all parts and hardwareyou assemblemust be tightenedsecurely.Use the correct tools as necessaryto insure propertightness.Reviewthe video cassette beforeyou begin. TOOLS REQUIREDFOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will makeassembly _,.b__...
- Page 9 2. ReleaseL.H.seat slide on seat pan by TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See pulling out on adjustmenthandleand Operation section location sliding it to the rear positionexposing controls) function seat mountingholes from bottom.Slide _WARN[NG: Before starting, read, un- R.H.slide to same rear position. derstand and follow all instructions in the...
- Page 10 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing MOWER DECK all mower pulley grooves. The gauge wheels are designed to keep Slide mower under tractor until it is the mower deck in proper position when centered...
- Page 11 Belt Tension Rod g Bracket Electric Clutch Pulley Double Loop Gauge Retainer Springs Wheel ...p Front Mower Bracket Flanged Pin ° Position Notch Vertically Rear Mower Pins Deflector Shield CHECK TIRE PRESSURE v" No remaining loose parts in carton. v" Battery is properly prepared The tires on your tractor were overin-...
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE...
- Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THINS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATmNG YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ignition Switch Hourmeter iht Switch Position Choke Control Ammeter...
- Page 14 The operation of any tractor result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety SAFETYGLASSES glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a...
- Page 15 The cutting height range is approximately TO OPERATE MOWER 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heightsare mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the bladetip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the engine not running. These heights by the operator to leave the seat with the are approximateand may vary depending...
- Page 16 TO TRANSPORT For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the When pushing or towing your tractor, oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengage transmission by placing section of this manual). freewheel control in freewheeling position.
- Page 17 Place the motion control lever in Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release neutral. Release the parking brake and key as soon as engine starts. let the brake slowly return to operating not run starter continuously for more position.
- Page 18 Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Disengage parking brake. Slowly move motion control lever for- ward, after the tractor moves approxi- mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position.
- Page 19 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE F,LL,=OATES A SYOOOO=P'ETE f ZE=V'OE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 1_#'5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_#'3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check...
- Page 20 TRACTOR mMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATmON (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet mMPORTANT:...
- Page 21 NOTE: The original equipment battery your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of elec- SAEV,SOOS,T GRAOES trolyte is not necessary. -s'o -2'o TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE...
- Page 22 ENGmNE OIL FmLTER CLEAN AmR mNTAKE/COOUNG AREAS Replacethe engine oil filter every season To insure proper cooling, make sure the or every other oil change if the tractor is grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- used morethan 100 hoursin one year. nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean...
- Page 23 W]e do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. tractor unless the engine and transmis- of all foreign matter. sion are covered to keep water out. Water Keep finished surfaces and wheels free...
- Page 24 TO mNSTALL MOWER If adjustment is necessary, make adjust- ment on one side of mower only. Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the As- To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. sembly section of this manual.
- Page 25 TO REPLACE I_,_OWERDRmVE BELT Tighten nut "C" on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL links must remain equal in length. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage When distance "B" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower parking brake.
- Page 26 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH Remove belt from all idler pulleys, trans- axle pulley and then from engine pulley. The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake BELT INSTALLATION that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Install new belt around engine...
- Page 27 NOTE:Toseat tire puncturesand prevent REPLACING BATTERY flat tires due to slow leaks,tire sealant _I_WARNmNG: Do not short battery may be purchasedfrom your local parts terminals by allowing a wrench or any dealer.Tire sealant also preventstire dry other object to contact both terminals rot and corrosion.
- Page 28 TO REMOVEHOODAND GRILL ASo Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle Speed SE_,_BLY Screw Needle (if E(uipped) 1. Rabe hood. 2. Unsnapheadlightwire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt towardengine and lift off of tractor. Fhrottle 4. When replacinghood, be sure to re- Control connect the headlightwire connector.
- Page 29 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST - Move throttle controJ lever from slow The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- to fast position. If engine hesitates essary. However, minor adjustment dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle be required to compensate...
- Page 30 blended fuels (called gasohol or using Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- 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 41_WARNING:...
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTmON Wiii not start Out of fuel. 1. Fill fueltank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTmON Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower Build=up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CORRECTmON CAUSE Mower blades wiii 1. Remove obstruction. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
- Page 35 TRACTOR ooMODEL NUMBER 917.276120 SCHEMATmC ELECTRIC CLUTCH SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) PTO (DISENGAGED) GROUNDING CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM FUEL SHUT-OFF / (REGULATOR DISCONNECTEE I ALTERNATOR _I_[ TACHOMETER BROWN HEADLIGHTS PTO SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS POSITION CIRCUIT NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED C+G,B+H...
- Page 36 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 ELECTRmCAL _ _27 , ,28f .._, ................... _58_57 ..
- Page 37 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 ELECTRmCAL PART DESCRmPTmON 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" 176138 Switch Interlock 175688 Harness Asm.
- Page 38 TRACTOR ooMODEL NUMBER 917.276120 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES 169/' chassis-stealth...
- Page 39 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 180375 Rail, Frame RH 17490608 Screw ThdroI. 3/8-16 x 1/2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front Bracket Asm. Fender 187934X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 183569 Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 17490508...
- Page 40 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 GROUND DRmVE 117_ 153_ 117_ drive 6-vgt...
- Page 41 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 GROUND DRmVE PART KEY PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTmON Bracket Shift Transaxle Hydro Gear 141004 311-3500 (See Breakdown) 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 7070E Key 1/4 x 2=5 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15"VGT 7563R Washer Thrust 142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 70109 STD561210 Pin, Cotter...
- Page 42 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 STEERmNG 18 _ steering 13-vgt...
- Page 43 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 STEERmNG PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm, Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 184946X505 Cap, Spindle...
- Page 44 TRACTOR ooMODEL NUMBER 917.276120 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER engine-koMer22 18-vgt KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 Engine KohIer CV740-0024 (See Breakdown) 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x =250 149723 Muffler STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16 121361X Pulley Vddler 175288 Bushing...
- Page 45 TRACTOR ooMODEL NUMBER 917.276120 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat 10-vgt KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188714 Seat 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 124238X Cap, Spring Seat 140675 Strap, Fender Assy. 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged STD541431...
- Page 46 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 DECALS 14-- PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 182221 Deca! Oper= Instructions 149516 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng=Acme 186308 DecaI Hp Engine 164065 Decal, Insert Strg 186242 Decal Hood RH 138047 Decal, Battery 186243 Decal Hood LH 182796 Decal, Lower Dash 181470 Deca! Deck Leveling...
- Page 47 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 LmFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 _,_26 -- _ _iftrh KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 123935X Plug, Hole 180045 Shaft Asm, Lift Vgt 17060516 Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 1 159189 Lever Asm, Lift Rh 175994...
- Page 48 MOWERDECK 34__ mower deck-54-1...
- Page 49 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 MOWER DECK KEY PART DESCRiPTiON 187295 Deck Weldment Mower 4939M Retainer Spring 187297 Cover Mandrel LH 188187 Cover Mandre! RH 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm= Blade 187254 Blade, Standard (For mulching mowers only) 187292 Shaft Asm= w/Lower Bearing 187281 Housing, Mandrel 110485X...
- Page 50 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 TRANSA×LE=-MODEL NUMBER 311-3500 111\ SEALANT 20W50 K}r, SEAL ..56 /141...
- Page 51 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 TRANSA×LE--MODEL NUMBER 311-3500 Part Part Description Description 161122 Kit housing main 161149 Carrier, planetary (310-3000) Main housing, Lip seal, Flange bearing 193017 Gear bevel (splined) Trunnion bushing, Cradle bearing 193018 Gear, bevel 193015 Kit, housing 161152 Shaft, differential...
- Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 KOHLER ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0024 CYUNDER HEAD_ VALVE BREATHER_ CRANKCASEJ C.,%-- 16-_ -17' ii _ 18 j° °_...
- Page 53 TRACTOR °o MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 KOHLER ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0024 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE!BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, front oil 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket (Includes 24-032-01-S Crankcase (USE: Minib!ock 24 782 23) 2-4) Fitting 24-041-80-S Gasket, breather 24-294-13-S Pin, locating (8) 24-096-87-S Cover, breather 24-380-13-S...
- Page 54 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 947.276120 KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV740_ TYPE NUMBER 0024 iGNITION/ELECTRICALJ BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES iNTAKE...
- Page 55 TRACTOR °° MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 KOHLER ENGmNE=mvmoDEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0024 IGNmON!ELECTRmCAL A_R INTAKE/FILTRATION PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTmON 64-756=15=S Kit, grass screen 54-755-01-S Kit, knob with seal (Includes 2,3) (includes 2-4, and 24 113 18=S) 20-341-01-S M=403025=S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x26 Knob, cover 24q 53-20-S O-Ring...
- Page 56 TRACTOR ooMODEL NUMBER 917.276120 KOHLER ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0024 ENGINE CONTROLS / 25 OraL PAN 1 LUBRICATmON...
- Page 57 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.276120 KOHLER ENGmNE-IVIODEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0024 STARTING SYSTEM PART DESCRmPTmON OIL PAN/LUBRmCATION M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange M8xl.25x80 PART 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift assembly DESCRmPTION (Includes 3-7) 25 086 113-S Screw, external torx hd. (3) 24q99-O7-S Pan assembly, oil (Includes 2ql)
- Page 58 TRACTOR ooMODEL NUMBER 917.276120 KOHLER ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBERCV740,TYPE NUMBER0024 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRmPTmON DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-90-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041-52-S Gasket, carburetor 24 041 14-S Gasket, air cleaner base EXHAUST M-629095-S Stud IV]6x1.0x95 (2)
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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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