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Craftsman 917.273802 Owner's Manual

16.0 hp, 42” mower electric start automatic trans mis sion
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Owner's Manual
LAWN TRACTOR
16.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Trans mis sion
Model No.
917.273802
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
en gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
op er at ing this equipment.
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  • Page 1: Electric Start

    Marca de Fábrica / Marca de Servicio de Sears, Roebuck and Co. Marque de commerce / Marque déposée de Sears, Roebuck and Co. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A 192026 04.12.04 TR Printed in U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/crafts man...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    After the fi rst 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail- able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES SERVICE NOTES IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- tion and do not point it at anyone.
  • Page 4 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 SAFETY RULES HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 • Never carry children. They may fall off EXHAUST PIPE and be seriously injured or interfere with • Mow up and down slopes, not across.
  • Page 5 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 SAFETY RULES HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

  • Page 6: Product Specifi Cations

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 In the state of California the above is re- quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 Gasoline 3.5 Gallons nia Public Resources Code). Other states...

  • Page 7: Unassembled Parts

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 UNASSEMBLED PARTS HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 Steering Wheel Premium Steering Steering Steering Extension Adapter Sleeve Shaft Steering Wheel Insert (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4...

  • Page 8: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 CARBURETOR CONTROL 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 as sem ble must be tightened securely.
  • Page 9 Label TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Terminal Terminal HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 After you learn how to operate your trac- (If previously removed) tor, check to see that the brake is properly 1.

  • Page 11: Operation

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 OPERATION HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 MOWER DECK 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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference.
  • Page 13 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the MOWER DECK eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 CAUTION: Do not operate the mower prox i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool without either the en tire grass catcher, DECALS season and to over 3 inches during hot on mowers so equipped, or the defl...
  • Page 15 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 Transmission Engaged CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or SEAT ASSEMBLY fuel. Do not store, spill or use gas o line near an open fl ame. IMPORTANT: When operating in tem per a- tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean win ter grade gas o line to help in sure good cold weather start ing.
  • Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and PURGE TRANSMISSION TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 above) LIFT ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Never engage or dis en gage 8. When engine starts, slowly push choke freewheel lever while the engine is run- control in until the engine begins to ning.
  • Page 17 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS LIFT ASSEMBLY • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep best mowing performance. See “TO mower housing free of built-up grass and LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the trash.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES KEY PART Check Brake Operation NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and 170546X505 Control, Throttle Interlock Systems...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper as sem bly, center hole in blade must align with star ENGINE Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. form ing any main te nance. 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and fl...
  • Page 20 BATTERY V-BELTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 STEERING ASSEMBLY Your tractor has a battery charging sys tem Check V-belts for deterioration and wear which is suf fi cient for normal use. How- after 100 hours of operation and replace ev er, periodic charging of the bat tery with if necessary.
  • Page 21 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 3. Un lock drain valve by push ing in ward 3. Install the grid over the paper cartridge, STEERING ASSEMBLY slight ly and turn ing coun ter clock wise. then install the assembly into the air 4.
  • Page 22 MUFFLER CLEANING TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 • Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. GROUND DRIVE Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and of all foreign matter. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- • Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free ate a fi...

  • Page 23: Service And Adjustments

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS GROUND DRIVE WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
  • Page 24 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES Adjust the mower while tractor is parked turns. on level ground or driveway. Make sure •...
  • Page 25 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST BRAKE CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES BELT 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way The mower blade drive belt may be re- down and engage parking brake. 2. Measure distance between brake oper- placed without tools.
  • Page 26 5. Remove belt from center span keeper 1. Loosen the adjustment bolt. TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 and pull belt away from tractor. 2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to ELECTRICAL 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to BELT INSTALLATION - creep.
  • Page 27 WARNING: Do not short bat tery Retaining ter mi nals by al low ing a wrench or any Ring TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 other object to contact both terminals at Axle ELECTRICAL the same time. Before con nect ing battery,...
  • Page 28 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273802 ENGINE SEM BLY SCHEMATIC Maintenance, repair, or replacement of 1. Raise hood. the emission con trol devices and sys tems, 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. which are being done at the cus tom ers ex- 3.

  • Page 29: Storage

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: STORAGE See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION age at the end of the season or if the trac- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract Mower blades will 2.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE...

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