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Craftsman 917.273062 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 50" mower automatic
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ICRAFTSMAN°I
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273062
• Safety
• Assembly
° Operation
° Maintenance
° Repair Parts
CAUTION:
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, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.corn/craftsman

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  • Page 1 ° Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman...
  • Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War- ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman your nearest Sears Service Center. charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT:This cutting machine throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, the machine.
  • Page 4 Ill. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. assume that children will remain where you last saw them. . Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
  • Page 5 * Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. * Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED AND TYPE: REGULAR OILTYPE SAE 10W30 (API-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION (GAP: .030") RC12YC GROUND FORWARD: SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: TIRE FRONT: PRESSURE: REAR: CHARGING 15AMPS @ 3600RPM SYSTEM:...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel © Steering Sleeve Steering Extension Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer (1) Shoulder 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5/16-18 _(1) Knob Mower (2) Front Link_ (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (2) Shoulder Bolts _(2)
  • Page 8 Video Cassette Your new tractor has been assembled unassembled for shipping purposes. tractor all parts and hardware you assemble correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier, Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below, (1) 9/16"...
  • Page 9 BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL 1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer from steering shaft. Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. 3. Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.
  • Page 10 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. Place freewheel control in freewheel- ing position to disengage sion (See "TO TRANSPORT"...
  • Page 11 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake. 1. Cut and remove ties securing anti- sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor.
  • Page 12 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. = Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.
  • Page 13 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION WARNING ENGINE ENGINE FUEL CHOKE ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY REVERSE FORWARD OIL PRESSURE...
  • Page 14 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize various controls and adjustments. Ammeter Throttle Control_ Clutch/Brake Pedal Choke Control Height Adjustment Knob FreeWheel Our tractors conform to the safety standards ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH to engage the mower blades, or other attachments...
  • Page 15 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. glasses or eye shields while operating adjustments or repairs, over spectacles HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator...
  • Page 16 The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.
  • Page 17 TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. 1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. Remove retainer spring from free- wheel control rod.
  • Page 18 TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.
  • Page 19 Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times, NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.
  • Page 20 FILLINDATES ASRE ULARSERVIoE OU COMPLETE ---- Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Batteryand Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...
  • Page 21 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 22 • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte not necessary.
  • Page 23 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept...
  • Page 24 _IbCAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely 6.
  • Page 25 o If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. ,, To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment will change mower height about 3/16".
  • Page 26 Screws Left Hand Cover Left Hand Mandrel Mower Drive Belt TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. parking brake. 1. Remove mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual), Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 27 1. Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position. 2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot locations cut in the side of brake plate. NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate.
  • Page 28 6. Place belt around clutching shown, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers. Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on proper side of all belt keepers. 8. Reinstall mower. IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT...
  • Page 29 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL - 1. Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining washers to allow wheel removal. Repair tire and reassemble. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. Replace axle cover. REAR WHEEL- 1.
  • Page 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your...
  • Page 31 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.
  • Page 32 Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. _lb CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged 9. Carburetor 10. Engine valves out of adjustment.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower, (continued) 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10.
  • Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass Engine speed too slow. discharge Travel speed too fast. Wet grass. Mower deck not level. Low/uneven tire air pressure Worn, bent or loose blade. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Mower drive belt worn. Blades improperly 10.Improper 11 .Clogged mower deck vent...
  • Page 36 NOTES...
  • Page 37 SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,273062 IGNITION 3WITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS REMOVABLE NOTE: IF WIRING {NSULATED CONNECTIONS CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRfNG. BATTERy CLUTCH / BRAKI (PEDAL UP) PTO (DISENGAGED) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) (OPTIONAL)
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 39 169416 141940 170251 163996 109748X NOTE: All component inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 Tray, Battery Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc Hold down Battery Dash Mount Nut Push Nylon 1/4"...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _140 122 / 18"...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 140506 Drawbar, Gt 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 163976 Dash YTGT 2 Cy] 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 43 140296 Washer, Hardened 19131312 Washer, Flat STD571812 Pin, Roll 123800X Washer 164892X428 Console Automatic YT/GT -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 PART DESCRIPTION Plate Console Shift 151179 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 STD541431 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18x3 Gr5 74490548 Screw Hex Wsh. HI-Lo 1/4-12...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 STEERING 1313...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 STEERING KEY PART NOTE: All component inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 ENGINE I _ 45 SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 ENGINE KEY PART NOTE: All component inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRiPTiON Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV20S-65551 161063 Muffler 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT Muffler Asm Guard 151396...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 Strap, Fender 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 171877 Bolt 5/16-18Uncx3/4...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION Decal Dash 164094 149516 Decal Battery DNGR/PSN ENGAsm 163916 Decal Hood RH Craftsman Decal Hood LH Craftsman 163917 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle 133644 Decal Maintenance 164757 Decal Engine 164884 Decal Blower Hsng Kohl...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 LIFT ASSEMBLY 25 26 23 ...-..G_...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 LIFT ASSEMBLY NOTE: inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm. Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 MOWER DECK i 36...
  • Page 53 72140610 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 72110616 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2 72110608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl 137166 Stiffener, Arm Idler -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 PART DESCRIPTION 156085 Keeper, Belt _dler 131494 Pultey, Idler Flat 136572 Pulley, Driven STD533107 Bolt, Carr.5/16-18Uncx3/4...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L KEY PART DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly, Housing, LH 164592 Assembly, Housing, RH 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly 142877 Axle Mounting Horn Assembly 142878 Washer 1+0 x 1.63 x +08...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Beadng, Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm, Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 :YLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHERJ @ -- CRANCASE.J 15._ _'_'t2 10-- O--8...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 IGNITION/ELECTRICALJ BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESJ t0 -'_ .1-9 6--# J" AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR =-MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 KOHLER ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 ;TARTING SYSTEM 1 ENGINE CONTROLS I @--2 0 _° 10J_...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 EXHAUSTJ "RANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR °- MODEL NUMBER 917.273062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART DESCRIPTION 24-033-03 Kit, breather cover w/gasket (includes 2,3) 24-041-23 Gasket, breather 24-096-15 Cover, breather M-0645020 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x20 (4) X-75-23 Plug, allen hd. 1/8"...
  • Page 62 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.273062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER IGNITION/CHARGING KEY PART DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 Kit, grass screen (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) M-0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 X-25-92 Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 24-112-04 Spacer, grass screen (4) 25-086-47 Bolt, shoulder (4)
  • Page 63 Spring, throttle limiter 24-090-05 Lever, choke 41-468-03 Washer, spring 1/4" M"0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 24-079-05 Linkage, choke MODEL NUM BER 917.273062 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART DESCRIPTION M-0645025 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2) M"0631005 Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 24-199-07 Pan, oil assembly (Includes 1,2, &...
  • Page 64 EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRIPTION 24-041-02 Gasket, exhaust (2) 25-072-04 Stud, M8x1.25x33 NOT ILLUSTRATED 24-522-16 Short Block 24-782-05 Miniblock 24-755-03 Gasket Set MODEL NUM BER 917.273062 FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART 24-853-25 24-041-15 24-041-14 M-0629095 M-0641060 47-154-01 24-383-03 X-426+9 24-086-12 24-393-04 24-100-01...
  • Page 65 NOTES...
  • Page 66 NOTES...
  • Page 67 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "" SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent caution when changing ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LiNE OR TREE.
  • Page 68 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sMAnyt,r_e, (1-800-469-4663) To bring in products lawn equipment the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement that you need to do-it-yourself,...

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