Craftsman 917.275390 Owner's Manual
Craftsman 917.275390 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.275390 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 18.0 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
18.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.275390
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously
built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand
this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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 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 Maintenance......... 17 Warranty..........2 SafetyRules ........... 3 Service andAdjustments...... 2 2 ProductSpecifications......6 Storage..........28 Assembly/Pre-Operation ......8 Troubleshooting ........29 Operation..........11 Repair Parts.......... 34 MaintenanceSchedule......1 7 Sears Service......B ack Cover LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual, Searswill repair or replacefree of charge any parts that are foundto be defectivein materialor workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelisted below.Searswill...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: 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. • Never direct discharged material toward _I, WARNING: In order to prevent anyone.
  • Page 4 II. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation.
  • Page 5 • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truck or trailerand refuel it on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked ground. If this is not possible,then debris. Allow machine to cool before refuel such equipmentwith a portable storing.
  • Page 6 (Gap: .030") AGREEMENTS Ground Speed Forward: Congratulations on making a smart pur- (MPH): chase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Insert © (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Steering Extension Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x1-3/16 x12 Gauge ) Knob (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet...
  • 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...
  • Page 9 7. Slide seat until a comfortableposition NOTE: You may now roll or drive your is reachedwhich allowsyou to press tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate clutch/brakepedal all the way down. instruction below to remove the tractor 8. Get off seat withoutmoving its ad- from the skid.
  • Page 10 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE #" CHECKLIST 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...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,I SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR 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 various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ROS "ON" Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lever Light Switch...
  • Page 13 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...
  • Page 14 USING THE REVERSE OPERATION • The average lawn should be cut to ap- SYSTEM proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way months. For healthier and better looking down and hold.
  • Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called MENTS gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) attract moisture which leads to separa- Tow only the attachments that are recom- tion and formation of acids during storage. mended by and comply with specifications Acidic gas can damage the fuel system...
  • Page 16 6. When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly. Once rough running begins, imme- diately move the throttle control to the fast position. Engine warm-up take from several seconds to several minutes (the colder the temperature,...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _____ FILL IN DATES /_/@_/_-_,_" /_'_ _.Oq'_ " AS YOU COMPLETE BE OLAR SERV,CE OATES Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners II_s Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine...
  • Page 18 ROS "ON" Position TRACTOR Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) Alwaysobserve safety ruleswhen per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requiresmore than five (5) feetto stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level,dry concreteor paved surface,then brakemust be checked and adjusted.(See "TOADJUST BRAKE"in the Serviceand •...
  • Page 19 The bladecan be sharpenedwith a file V-BELTS or on a grindingwheel. Do not attempt Check V-belts for deterioration and wear to sharpenwhile on the mower. after 100 hours of operation and replace Tocheck blade balance,you will need a if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
  • Page 20 Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. To open, pull out on the drain valve. Handle After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.
  • Page 21 MUFFLER CLEANING Inspect and replace corroded muffler • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- of all foreign matter. ate a fire hazard and/or damage. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free SPARK PLUG(S) of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 22 & WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 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. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely...
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure against trunnion on both front links. tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-...
  • Page 24 Mandrel With Parking Brake "Engaged" Idler Pulleys Nut "A" Jam Nut Mandrel Pulley Operating TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable 00238 brake system which is mounted on the TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT right side of the transaxle. Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Engine Pulle Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and Center washers to allow wheel removal (rear Clutching wheels have a square key - Do not Keeper lose). Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align...
  • Page 26 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER 1. Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the BLACK cable first from chassis then from the fully charged battery. backside of the grill. RED cable last from both batteries. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder...
  • Page 27 ENGINE 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, PRELIMINARY SETTING may be performed...
  • Page 28 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- 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...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will 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 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades 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 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 SCHEMATIC 02831 193372 SOLENOID STARTER _" FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION UNIT s%s_ >ARK GAP P LUGS (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) HOUR BUICK METER (OPTIONAL) BLUE CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM 3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM (CH/ARGING SYSTEM...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12" black 192749 Switch Seat 193350 Switch Ign 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman 110712X Switch Light 193372 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red...
  • Page 36 917.275390 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 212__ chassis-Laser -It.stlt_47...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 193501X012 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X613 Hood Assembly Laser 184921...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 GROUND DRIVE drive-fender.stir...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless 206-545C 175410 Pulley, Engine 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5-1.5 (See Breakdown) STD551143 Washer 146682 Spring Brake Return 123666X Pulley Transaxle 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2 uric 12000028...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 STEERING ASSEMBLY ..¢ _ _\ 43 steering_plJt...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 186780 Steering Wheel 175131 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 192720 Washer 27/32 x 1- 1/4 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs, lcyl PART DESCRIPTION 170545 Control, Throttle/Choke 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, Briggs Model No. 31H777-0297-E1 (See Breakdown) 137352 Muffler 165291 Gasket 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 137180...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat It.knob PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 188716 121248X Bushing, Snap 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Bolt 71110616 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. 19131610 121250X Spring...
  • Page 44 179768X428 193545 Decal Hood Side Pad, Footrest LFI 172331 Decal Deck 179769X428 Pad, Footrest RFI 194239 186282 Decal Fender Craftsman Owner's Manual, English 156439 Decal 194241 Fender Danger Owner's Manual, Spanish 179128 Decal Deck "B" 42" PART WHEELS & TIRES...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 MOWER DECK 44_2 _147 D man-t-path stlt...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bolt Carr. Sh. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 72110612 STD533107 Bolt 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 uric 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 180""_ "- MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" Locknut 5/16 - 24 776395...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1 0380 43 , 68481 I 1330 REPA,R MANUAL 307_ 1264_' 884_ 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE I 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 148o_ 868 (_ 1270 9430 741_ 617 0 691_ 12661022[/_ 759;...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 6170 1022_ 6170 616_ 1023 404 # 614_ 265_ 267 % 305A _ 1267 1070 697., _> 729_ 1005 1044 I_ 1040 _=_. _o_,_-. "1 _d_Z _o_ 803 _ 310, 579_46_ _...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1 -108 987A 105A 692 _ 127A 1091 104A 142_ 127 O 276A@ 947A_ NIKKI 276 @ 1266AO 1266 0 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 987(_) 104 _ 1270 231'_ 276@ 105 _ 137_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690577 O Seat-Inlet 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 391086 ° Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 695419 Valve-Choke (Nikki) 697188 Sump-Engine 694352 O Jet-Main (Standard)
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275390 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 693551 Motor-Starter 690968 ,+ Seal-Valve 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover) 497608 Brush Set 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover) 495859 Armature-Magneto 694393 Solenoid-Fuel...
  • Page 55 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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