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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRWI
22.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273070
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions
before
operating
this equipment.
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about this product, Call:
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Sears Craftsman Help Line
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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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 pro,Mon - Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Schedule ...... 19 Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions...
- Page 3 MPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety nstruct ons could resu t in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to Io= instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, whict"...
- Page 4 IlL CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
- Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.
- Page 6 PRODUCT S PECIFICATIONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS your nearest authorized service center/ CAPACITY UNLEADED department. We have competent, well- AND TYPE: REGULAR trained technicians and the proper tools OILTYPE SAE 10W30 to service or repair this tractor.
- Page 7 Steering Wheel <i Steering Sleeve Steering Extension Wheel Insert • - Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 _(1) Knob Mower (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (2) Shoulder Bolts Wheels (2) Centedock...
- Page 8 Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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 (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section FROM SKID of this manual for charging instructions). ATTACH STEERING WHEEL 1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and Label large flat washer from steering shaft. 2. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. 3.
- Page 10 (See IMPORTANT: For shipping purposes, the TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID mulcher plate was preatteched to your Operation section for location mower. The mulcher plate must only be function of controls) used with the mulching blades that came 1, Press lift lever plunger and raise packed separately in the carton, attachment lift lever to its highest Your mower came factory equipped with...
- Page 11 7. Place the L.H. suspension arm on _'CA.UTION: Do not J:emove,discharge" , inward pointing deck pin, If neces- smela from mower. Hatse ana nora smeta sary, rock and raise front of mower to when attaching mulcher plate and allow it align deck pin with the hole in to rest on plate while in operation.
- Page 12 Double Loop Retainer Front Mower Spring (inward Bracket pointing deck pins) Suspension Front Chas= Arms Bracket Shoulder Gauge Bott Wheel Link 3/8 Washer / Retainer Spring 3/8-16 Center Double Loop Discharge Locknut Retainer Spring Guard Retainer Springs Anti-Sway Bar Idler Pulley Use Plierd___ Lo°°wP V'CHECKLIST...
- Page 13 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, A, = I BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE...
- Page 14 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, Ignition it Switch Switch Position Ammeter Attachment...
- Page 15 The operation of any tractor can 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 any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 16 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured 3. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. from the ground to the blade tip with the TO STOP MOWER BLADES - engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending disengage attachment clutch control•...
- Page 17 TOWING C ARTS A ND OTHER AT- _CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank TACHMENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Tow only the attachments that are recom- spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor.
- Page 18 This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature. • The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up period and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly. NOTE: If at a high altitude(above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.
- Page 19 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..,_ _ =_.._o_ _o_'_"_o_ FILL IN DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Ch_:k Operator Presence Interlock Systems CheckforLooseFasleners SharpenlReplacs Mower Blades 11_4 Lubrication Chart I1 # Check Sattew Level Clean Batteryand Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion...
- Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper asse_n- Always o bserve s afety r ules when bly, center hole in blade must align with performing anymaintenance. star on mandrel assembly. BRAKE OPERATION 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Iftractor r equires more than six(6)feet shown.
- Page 21 BATTERY ENGINE LUBRICATION Your tractor has a battery charging sys- tem which is sufficient for normal use. Only use high quality detergent oil rated However, periodic charging of the battery with API service classification SF, SG. or with an automotive charger will extend its Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade life.
- Page 22 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Foam Cartridge Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Pre-Cleaner chaff to prevent engine damage from Cartridge overheating. Clean with a wire brush or Plate ___,, compressed air to remove did and Rubber stubborn dried gum fibers. Seal CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS...
- Page 23 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, 2, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, 3. Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped, 6.
- Page 24 BothFrontLinks Should be Equalin Ler_gth Bottom Bottomedge of edoe of I1- wer gwe_ t4 Inround FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. If the following front-to- back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower Nut "H_ Nut "G"...
- Page 25 Screws Idler Electric Pulleys Clutch Left Hand Cover Mower Drive Left Belt Hand Mandrel Mower. Drive Belt Keepers TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 7. Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely. BELT 8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary Park the tractor on level surface.
- Page 26 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT The electric clutch should provide years Park the tractor on level surface, Engage of service. The clutch has a built-in brake parking brake. For ease of service there that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. is a belt installation guide decal on Eventually, the internal brake will wear bottom of left footrest.
- Page 27 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT FRONT WHEEL- If steering wheel crossbara are not 1. Block up axle securely. horizontal (left to right) when wheels are 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and positioned straight forward, remove washers to allow wheel removal.
- Page 28 TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS 1. BLACK c able firstfrom chassis a nd Loose or damaged wiring may cause your then from thefullycharged b attery. tractor to run poorly, stop running, or 2. RED cable lastfrom both batteries• prevent it from starting.
- Page 29 3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, Maintenance, repair, or replacement the'emission control devices and sys- loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely tems, which are being done at the closed. Tighten casing clamp screw customers expense, may be performed securely.
- Page 30 3. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until engine speed decreases and then turn out (counterclockwise) approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the best low speed performance. 4. Recheck idle speed, Readjust if necessary.
- Page 31 blendedfuels (called gasohol or using Immediately prepare your tractor for ethanol or methanol)can attractmoisture storage at end of season or if tractor will whichleads to separationand formation of not be used for 30 days or more. acids duringstorage. Acidicgas can CAUTION: Never store the tractor damage the fuel systemof and engine...
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out offuel. Will not start 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1, Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism, 12. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 1.
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 SCHEMATIC olJ(lll BATTERY SOLENOID AMMETER (OPTtONAL) FUSE Wl_,,_ ' v_ STARTER e_AC;- V,_lT_ ', FH ELECTRIC CLUTCH 21 CLUTCH/BRAKE ! ,- (PEDAtUP) ..3MTIOF 3W_TCH __D_ e_ACK (OISENGAGED) _._K G)B S oj Op ERATOR PRESENCE ELAY SEAT...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 ELECTRICAL ° ° ,28 f _---, ......T ..
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 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' 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 1405G6 Drawbar, Gt 73680700 Nut, Crown Lock 7/16-14 Unc 163976 Dash YTGT2 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Battery 161023X588...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 GROUND DRIVE i",...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 9858Mt Key, Woodruff 7563R Washer, Tbrust, Axle 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-16 x 3/4 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/6-16 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 1200(_34 Klip, Ring 140080 Boll, Hub 142509 Disc, Brake 136927...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 STEERING ASSEMBLY 27 /...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steedng 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M 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. 1260(_29 Ring, Klip#T5304-75 121232X...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Spacer, Split 140124 Seat 121249X Spdng,Cprsn 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Nut,Lock t/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 14G675 Strap, Fender 123976X Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga. 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,62 19171912...
- Page 45 Decal,Mower Decal, Maintenance 133179 163210 Reflector, T aillight Decal, Fender 106202X 164760 Decal, Engine 138311 Decal, HandleL9 HeightAdjust 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman (LiftHandle) 156439 Pad, Footrest Decal, Fender Danger 157199X428 4900J Decal, Clutch/Brake 171651 Manual,Owner's(Eng) 146047 Manual,Owner's(Span) Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 171652 WHEELS &...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 ENGINE _.._ 5_19 I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP11ON ..Engine (See Breakdown) 3645J Bushing Kohler ModelNo. CV22S- 139277 Stem Tank Fuel 75534 7834R FuelUne 161063 Muffler Side 132920 Spark Arrester Kit 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 10010500...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121CO6X Rod Asm., Lever 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Un¢ 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 130171 Trunnion 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 73680800 Nut, Crownlock 1/2-13 Une 12000022 E-RingTruarc#9133-67 150233...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 MOWER DECK 21 22 103102 "51...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156948 DeckWeldment 144945 Anchor, Spdng Deck 46" 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 17490628 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-5/4 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 STiTo24008 Retainer Spring STD551(_7 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 TRANSAXLE...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 TRANSAXLE PART K_m{ pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Beadng 12C0CO34 Relaining Ring 4220R Thrust Bearing Race 41_9R Final Drive Gear 4209R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low 4216R Differentia]Gear 4213R 4th Reduction Gear 4215R Differential Pinion 4442R...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75534 CRANKCASE _m13 ll--...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75534 HEADNALVF_/BREATHER KEY pART KEY PART DF.SCRIPTION DESCRIPllON 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front (Jncludes 2,3) CrankCase (USE: Miniblock ) 24.041-23-S Gasket, breather 24-294-13-S Fitting 24-096_59-S Cover, breather 12-380-f 7-S...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75534 _LOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGNITION / ELECTRICAL I %--0 _,(R INTAKE J...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75534 IGNrrlONiCHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES I<]EY PARr DESCRIPTK)N PART DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen Housing, blower (Includes 2-4) (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) 24-027-20.S M-403025-S (Incl. M-0545010 &...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75534 STARTING SYSTEIaJ ENGINE CONTROLS I 7-Q_) 1!-- OIL PAN LU BRICATION 80_7...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273970 KOHLER ENGINEoMODELNUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75534 STARTINGSYSTEM OIL pAN/LUBRICA'nON K]EY PARr DESCRIPTION PARr DESCl_P13ON M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 24-096_5-S Cover, pinion M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6xt.0x25 M_83908_S Screw, hex. flange M8xl 25x80 12_168-01-S Washer, plain 11/32"...
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273070 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75534 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST ,-¢ FUELSYSTEM FUEL SYS'nEM KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPIX_ DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft(Includes2) 24-853-61-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 52-139-09-S Ping, cup (Includes 2-4) 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor _ • 24-853-61-S Carburetor assembly (For information only not...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
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