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CRAFTSMIIN°
18.5 HE 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917,274752
i_]
his product
has a mowemission
engine which
operates
differently
from previously
built engines.
Before you start the
engine,
read and understand
this Owner's
Manual.
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 o 5 pm, Men o 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 o 5 pm, Men o 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 materiat d_IbWARNJNG: In order to prevent toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidental starting...
  • Page 4 H.SLOPE OPERATION Never carry children, even with the Slopes are a majorfactor related to loss of blades shut off. They may fall off and control and tip-overaccidents,which can be seriously injured or interfere with result in severe injury or death. Opera- safe machine operation.
  • Page 5 Keep machine free of grass, leaves, Remove gas-powered equipment from other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel the truck or trailer and refuel it on the spillage and remove any fuel-soaked ground. If this is not possible, then debris. Allow machine to cool before refuel such equipment...
  • Page 6 PROTECTmON Forward: Ground Speed 1 st (MPH): Congratulations on making a smart pur- 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 Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter Extension Shaft Steering (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x1-3/16 x12 Gauge (1) Knob (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys...

  • Page 8: Install Steering Wheel

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassemNed 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 Slide seat until a comfortable position NOTE: You may now roll or drive your is reached which allows you to press tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor clutch/brake pedal all the way down. from the skid.

  • Page 10: Check Tire Pressure

    CHECK TIRE PRESSURE v" CHECKMST The tires on your tractorwere overin- Before you operate and enjoy your new fiated at the factoryfor shipping purposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive Correcttire pressure is importantfor 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. SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHINS O WNER'SMANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFOREOPERATmNG Y OUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswith your tractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof various controls and adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference. Ugnition Switch Attachment CUutch Lever Light Switch Lift Lever PUunger Attachment Th rottUe/Choke Lift Lever ControU Height...
  • 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 • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; Clutch Lever the second to desired height. "En( TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when "Disengag...
  • Page 15 TO OPERATE ON HmLLS For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the _I, WARNmNG: Do not drive up or down oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do section of this manual).
  • Page 16 NOTE: Before starting, read the warm NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 and cold starting procedures below. feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) Insert key into ignition and turn key the carburetor fuel mixture may need to clockwise to start position and release...

  • Page 17: Lubrication Chart

    MA,NTENANOE SO.EOU'E F,LL,N OATES REGULAR SERVICE VICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...

  • Page 18: Brake Operation

    TRACTOR ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position 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 (Normal Operating) level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.
  • Page 19 NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may LUBRmCATmON appearto be centered,but are not. Only use high quality detergent oil rated Slide bladeon to an unthreadedportion with API service classification SG-SL of the steel bolt or pin and hold the Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade...
  • Page 20 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. Remove the drain tube and replace cap onto the end of the drain valve. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-...
  • Page 21 MUFFLER 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 SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 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 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSmNG • 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. •...
  • Page 24 MandreU With Parking Brake"Engaged" Nut "A" Jam Nut MandreU Pulley TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable 00238 brake system which is mounted on the TO REPLACE MOTmON DRmVE BELT right side of the transaxle. Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAmRS Engine Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and Center washers to allow wheel removal (rear Clutchin( wheels have a square key - Do not Keeper lose). Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align Stationary Idler...
  • Page 26 TO REPLACE HEADUGHT TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE BULB ORDER 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...
  • Page 27 mMPORTANT: 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 by any non-road engine...
  • 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: Troubleshootmng Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuamunmess directed to Sears service center CAUSE GORRECTmON 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded. before attempting to start. Bad spark plug.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTmON 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. housing.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in marluam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTmON Mower blades wiii 1. Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 SCHEMATIC 02831 _193372 BATTERY o1,1,1,o SOLENOID STARTER EUSE iOPT_ r ..&6f_;ffr_,_E '---'---_ SEAT SWITCH _PlA¥ R _E=V_I_T_ SHORTING CONNECTOR : ..!.oT,.._E_sE ..SPARK PLUGS ..IGNITIONuNIT"_ (2P%Ps ON _NIN CYL, ENGINES) NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 ELECTRmCAL • 93 _ j,_> / _.-_'k"............" _ -L ..;l:;r_r_:_2 _cTs ..................[ ...._OSL_...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 ELECTRmCAL KEY PART DESCRmPTmON 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176138 Switch, Hnterlock 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga.
  • Page 36 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser -It.stk...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 193510X012 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 174996 Panel, Dash, L=H= 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H= 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X613 Hood Assembly 184921 Bumper Hood...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 GFIOUNDDRIVE drive-fender.stir_s8...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 GROUND DRmVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transax+e Peerless 206-545C 8883R Cover, Pedal (See Breakdown) 175410 Pulley, Engine Bolt, 7/16-20 x 1.5 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 173937 Washer 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 10040700 12000028 Ring, Retainer 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2 unc...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 STEERmNG ASSEMBLY _,'_ -2J_39 i!2--37 LT" _'-'-_- '°9 steering...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 STEERmNG ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRiPTiON 184780 Steering Wheel 184706 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Draglink STD551137...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 ENGmNE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester ÷ngine-bs=lcyF KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545X505 123487X Control, Throttle/Choke Clamp, Hose 17720408 137040 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Line, Fuel 181654 Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2 Hug Drain Oi! Easy 17670412 Engine, B&S Model Screw, Hex Washer Head,...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 UFT ASSEMBLY .../ Fift-rh.lpiece 3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring STD624008 Retainer Spring 173288 Link Front W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc 12000002...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat It knob PART KEY PART 1tO, DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188939 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk NyI 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 134300 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc 19131610...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 DECALS KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRPTmON NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 193308 DecaI Oper. Instr. 191551 Decal, Chassis 193595 Decal Replacement 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 186280 Decal Hood, R.H. 179128 Decal, Deck B 42" 186281 Decal Hood, LH.

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 MOWER DECK il 47 _116 118 _ 14-- 13-- 1:21 D man-t-path stlt...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 165892 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 184907 Bolt 178515 Washer, Hardened STD533107 138017 Arm, Idler Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 155046 Spacer, Retainer 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 165723 STD624008 Guard, TUV Idler...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 PEERLESSTRANSAXLEoo MODEL NUMBER206=545C 7O 6A _71426...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR o ° MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE ° ° MODEL NUMBER206=545C REF PART REF PART DESCRiPTiON Brake Lever 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 BRmGGS ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299oe1 43,_ 684I' 1 1_ 584_ 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 307_ 1264'_ ENGINE 11329 R EPLACEMENT 358 ENGINE GASKET 146, 868_) 9430 20@ 6170 1022 691(_ 524 _ 8420 1266 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 BRmGGS ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777,TYPE NUMBER 0299°E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 1022 ,¢ 1022 6170 103_ I 524F_ 1022 404 # 614 _ 1119_ 8091 801 @ 803_ 310_ 579_46_ _ 508_ 1070 697 _ 1005 I044_ 363#...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 BRmGGS ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER31P777,TYPE NUMBER0299=E1 ;34A _8 127A 1091 276A@ 947A [_ NIKKI J 1127_ %:___ 947_ 1266A <_> 977 CARBURETOR GASKETSET 527(_ 1370 276@ 1266 0 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 6170 231 "_ 987 ('o) 104 _ 1270...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 BRIGGS ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299=E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690577 Seat-inlet 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) Side) 108A 695419 Valve-Choke (Nikki) 391086 ,, SeaFOil (Magneto Side) 694352 Jet-Main (Standard) 697188 Sump-Engine...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR ° o MODEL NUMBER 917.274752 BRmGGS ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299°E1 PART PART DESCRIPTmON DESCRIPTION TerminaI-Spark Plug 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 692424 SeabVaIve 497608 Brush Set 690968 495859 Armature-Magneto 691108 Screw (Rocker Cover) 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 690589 SeabO Ring (OiI Pump Cove0 Solenoid-Fuel 691043...
  • 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 WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 56 Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances...