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Owner's Manual
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20.0 HP
ELECTRIC STAR:T.-
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRA
Model No.
917.273041
• Safety
• Assembly
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° Repair Parts
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CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
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
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...
- Page 2 Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
- Page 3 • Turnoff bladeswhen • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial CHILDREN light.
- Page 4 • Nevermakeadjustments or repairswith when necessary. the enginerunning. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Grasscatchercomponentsare subject Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and to wear,damage,anddeterioration, use extra caution when servicing them. whichcouldexpose • Check brake operation frequently. moving parts or Adjust and service as required.
- Page 5 TORQUE: your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase this manual). of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
- Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE • (1) Shoulder Bolt ,__.J 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (3) Retainer Springs (Double Loop) (4) Retainer Springs _t [2) Weld Nuts _, (2) Lock Washers (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge _ =.,...
- Page 7 Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown futl size (2) Washers 3/8 x7/8 x 14 Ga. (2) Shoulder £D Bolts Seat <_ (2) Centedock_ V_deo Casse_e (2) Keys Nuts (2) Gauge Wheels (2) Latch Hook Steering Wheel "--J Assemblies Mulcher...
- Page 8 Yournewtractorhas beenassembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unaseembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightenee, securely:.use the corr ,ect tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Heview the vieeo casset'[e before you eegm. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR I l Sn ASSEMBLY...
- Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR The tires on your tractor were ovednflated CHECKBATTERY at the factory for shipping purposes. • Lift hood to raised position. Correct tire pressure is important for best • If this battery is put into service after cutting performance.
- Page 10 IMPORTANT:Checkbeltfor proper mut- • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack- et under left footrest and retain with ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. double loop retainer spring. • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise •...
- Page 11 NOTE: I/CHECKLIST Pra-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top Please review the following checklist: with hook pointing down.Tighten hard- ,/ All assembly instructions have been ware securely. completed. • Raise and hold deflector shield in up- ,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. 8A'I-rERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED...
- Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ TH_ 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. Light Switch Ignition Position Switch Ammeter...
- Page 14 The operationof anytractorcan resultin foreignobjectsthrowninto the eyes,whichcan resultin severeeyedamage.Alwayswearsafetyglasses eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR slow position and allowing engine to idle Your tractor is equipped with an operator...
- Page 15 • Start mower blades by engaging attach- The cutting height range is approximately ment clutch control. 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are gage attachment clutch control.
- Page 16 • To reengage transmission, reverse IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- above procedure. tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good NOTE: To protect hood from damage weather starting. when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and WARNING: Experience indicates that...
- Page 17 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F PURGE TRANSMISSION AND ABOVE) _,CAUTION: Never engage or disen- • When engine starts, slowly push choke gage freewheel lever while the engine is control in until the engine begins to run running. smoothly. If the engine starts to run To ensure proper operation and perfor- roughly, pull the choke control out slight- mance, it is recommended...
- Page 18 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS • Tire chainscannotbe usedwhen the IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mowerhousingis attachedto tractor. mower housing free of 10uilt-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • Mower should be properly leveledfor • The special mulching blade will recur best mowing pedormance.
- Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .EOU .SE.VCE RV,C O, S Check Tire Pressure Interlock Systems JCheck Operator Preaecee and R Checklor L oose Fasteners cA! Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals/Recharge I# # Check Transaxle Cooing Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine _U...
- Page 20 TRACTOR • Reassemble hex belt, lock washer and flatwasher in exact order as shown. Always observe safety rules when per- • Tighten belt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. forming any maintenance. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade belt is Grade 8 heat If tractor requires more than six (6) feet treated.
- Page 21 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- tractor is not used for 50 hours in one minals can cause the battery to "leak" year.
- Page 22 ENGINE OIL FILTER Guide Replace the engine oil filter every season Top Air or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. Engine • Unscrew old filter by tuming counter- Cooling clockwise. Use a suitable container to catch oil.
- Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tra_or unless the elec- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- of all foreign matter. tor are covered to keep water out. Water •...
- Page 24 • Before making any necessary adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. on level ground or driveway. Make sure • If links are not equal in length, adjust tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- one link to same length as other link.
- Page 25 • Install new belt onto electric clutch pul- • Check primary idler arm and two idlers ley. to see that they rotate freely. • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand • Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri- mandrel pulley.
- Page 26 Left Hand DriveBelt Mandrel Pulley Mandrel Cover Idle Spdn! Bracket TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake necessary.
- Page 27 BELT INSTALLATION NOTE: If for any mason the effort to • Place V part of belt intogrooves move the motion control lever becomes engine pulley and front V-idler, making too excessive, reverse the above adjust- sure to route belt inside of all belt keep- ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 ers.
- Page 28 • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE AdLustmen t Sleeves ORDER •...
- Page 29 Hood TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the Headlight backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb Connector holder secui'ely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
- Page 30 • While still holding throttle lever against C._np idle speed screw, tum idle mixture Quarter screw in (clockwise) untilengine begins to die and then turn out (counterclock- wise) until engine runs rough. Turn screw to a point midway between those two positions.
- Page 31 Also, experience indicates that alcohol 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 methano|) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation ,ACAUTION:...
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Fill fuel tank. • Out of fuel. • See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not "CHOKED" prop- edy. Operation section. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Cuffing toomuch grass/too • Set in •Higher Cut" posi- Loss of power fast. tion/reduce speed. • Adjust throttle control. • Throttle in =CHOKE" position. • Clean underside of mower hous- • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Mower blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. • Replace blade mandrel. rotate (cont'd) • Place throttle control in =FAST" • Engine speed too slow. Poor grass discharge position.
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 SCHEMATIC FUEL, FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID REGULATOR __T_ _ '_I.TI MCe _ RPM_mJJ, TOR0e_0NNEGIEO) YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A _PECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT HEADUGHTS CONNECTED TO THE RELAy BA'rrERY, BUT HAVE THEIR G F C OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE, PTO SWITCH...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 ELECTRICAL "_ i/.t ..--_ ......; ..
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144926 Battery 74760412 BoltHex 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 InterlockPush-In STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 73350400...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bracket, Chassis Front 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 152728 140506 Drawbar,Gt 73680500 Nut, Cmwniock 5/16-18 BracketAsm., SuspChessis _. 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Uric 154914 163976 Dash 137113 BracketAsm., Fender Screw'lT_roi 3/8-16 x 1-1/4...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 GROUNDDRIVE .111...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917;273041 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4x2.5 151146 ConsoleHydro Fender 7563R Washer, Thrust'Axla 151179 Plate ConsoleShift STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock5/16-18 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 74490548 BoltHex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 142432...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 STEERING ASSEMBLY \\'\'\'\...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6856M Fitting,Grease 161849 SpindleAsm, LH 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748)( Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Flip #T5304-75 121232X Cap, Spindle 74781044...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT J...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) B &S 407777-0122-E1 ..161062 MufflerSide 1-1/8" 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAsm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Belt Engine KeeperAsm VGT 96 105432X Bushing 140923...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20X 1-1/2 140675 Strap, Fender 121249X Spacer, Split 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x.62 123740X Spring,Cprsn 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr.
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 Z)ECALS PART PART _IO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164094 Decal, Dash 273852 Decal, Engine 163916 Decal, Hood, Craftsman. RH 164065 Decal, InsertStrg 163917 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 138047 Decal, Battery 140837 Decal, Brake ParkingSaddle 149516 Decal, Bettery 133644...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 UFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X RndAsm., Lever 159187 SheltAsm., Uft Vgt 159189 LeverAsm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32x1-1/4x16Ga. 74780624 Bolt, FinHex 3/8-16x1-1/2 125631X Gdp, Handle Fluted 122365X Button,Plunger 122364X Plunger, Button 2876H Spdng 2-1/8"...
- Page 50 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 MOWER DECK...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164210 DeckAsm., Mower 46" 131494 Pulley,Idler, Flat 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler STD624008 RetainerSpdng 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway 137273 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Bar) Vent 850857...
- Page 52 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 153767 Lockout,Hex 5/16-18 164592 Assembly,Housing, RH 142904 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-!/2 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1 ShoulderBolt...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Bearing, CFadlo 122717X Seal, lip 122748X Arm,Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 1017_ 823 T 11_ib _9_i 51__ 151_ _ 11019 LABEL Ioll "k REQUIRE8 BPECIALTOOLS 190 qqD TO IN_TALL. SEE REPAIR 11_8 _ B_L_r-E.lss_. 1 Ilo. ow.sR's . _UAL1 INSTRUGTIONMANUAL.
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 lO2, _Y" "'°_ °...
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 265_ 351 8 119B_ 1005 J--. _r.-|...
- Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 _482...
- Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 BRIGGS & STRAI"I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 _ 358 GASKET SET 4.977 CARBUFI_'TOR GASKET 811_1" [ 116_ 116A_;' 633 B e121 CARBURETOR 51 _ 117f . ,,lO,++ _,.,_ o_,.,uL.<,," I 102 _ ljljljljljljljljlL_j 119| _r'_' i...
- Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 BRIGGS & STRAI"rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 PART PART OESCRIFq'K)N DESCRIPTION 499584 CyfmderAssen'foly 116A 690988 "4 (_FuelTmnderTube 499585 Bushing,Cylinder t16B 690589 "SeaI, O-R_ng(Oil PumpCover) 690926 * Seet, Og 11_C: 691031 *Seal, O-Ring(_) 690069 Sump, Er_ne 116D...
- Page 62 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691035 Filler, Fuel Housing,Starter Element, Breather (Service with 499529 Starter 69G956 Retainer. Element Motor) - 256 690957 691003 Screw, Hex 690960 Screw, Hex 691024 Clamp.
- Page 64 Forthe repairor replacementpartsyou need delivereddirectlyto yourhome Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Pare ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio...