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Craftsman 917.273134 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.273134 Owner's Manual

17.0 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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LAWN TRACTOR
17.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.273134
This product has a low emission engine which operates
1
III
III differently
from previously
built engines.
Before you start the I
engine, read and understand
this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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, Mon - 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 Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman built engines. Before you start the I this Owner's Manual. For answers to your questions...
  • Page 2 IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, 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: Slope Operation

    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. _WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
  • Page 4 • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

  • Page 6: Customer Responsibilities

    CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured you the best possible dependability performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheellnse_ ® (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut Steering Wheel Adapter Keys (2) Keys Steering Whee! (1) Locknut 1/2-20 1/4-28 _St_eritg Seat (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Extension Shaft...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    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 assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

  • Page 9: Check Battery

    5. Pivot seat and pan forwardand as- sembleadjustmentknob and flat washer loosely.Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operatingposition and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortableposition is reachedwhich allowsyou to press clutch/brakepedal all the waydown. 8. Get off seat withoutmoving its ad- justed position.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

  • Page 11: Parking Brake

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL NIGH (3_---- ENGINE LIGHTS ENGINE OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) &...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR 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. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/Brake Pedal Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 13 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 your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better look- ing lawns, mow often and after moder- ate growth. • For best cutting performance, over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.

  • Page 15: Add Gasoline

    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick;...

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut.

  • Page 17: General Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence interlock 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 Change Engine Oil (with oll filter)
  • Page 18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

  • Page 19: Air Filter

    BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. •...

  • Page 20: Engine Oil Filter

    2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. 4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. 5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry. 6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING VICE 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" 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 22 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. 8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring. 9. Install belt onto engine pulley. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway.
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual).
  • Page 24 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. 6.
  • Page 25 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.
  • Page 26 ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers ex- pense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's outlet.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. • ILWARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass!too fast. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Jn manual unless directed to Sears service center See appropriate section CAUSE PROBLEM 1, Obstruction Mower blades will mechanism. not rotate 2, Worn/damaged drive belt, 3, Frozen idler pulley, 4, Frozen blade mandrel. Poor grass 1, Engine speed too slow, discharge 2, Travel speed too fast, 3, Wet grass.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 SCHEMATIC (NOT OCCUPIED SEAT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CiRCUiT "MAKE" M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L B+A1 NONE RELAY START 3 + S + A1 NONE BATTERY ATT'MENT CLUTCH • i 85 88 i PRESENCE RELAY _tl 'L '_©_ PRESENCE...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NOTE: Atl component dimensions given in US inches DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 Uoc x 8/4 176689 Box Battery 176137 Switch, Interlock 183759 Harness Asm Light Wi4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 174996 Panel, Dash, LH.

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 GROUND DRIVE 26 27 drive-fender.stir 26...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peerless 206-545C 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 Ring, Retainer 121520X Strap, Torque 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT STD561210 Pin, Cotter 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 74550412...

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 STEERING ASSEMBLY i _ P"-"-'-42 _eering pl.It 47...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches DESCRIPTION 184704X428 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 Gauge...

  • Page 40: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 ENGINE OPTIONAL Spark Arrester _105 EQUIPMENT _116...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches DESCRIPTION 170548X505 Control, Throttle 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model CV492-27506 174667 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket 148456...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 SEAT ASSEMBLY ...- 16 sea_ It,knob KEY PART DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 BottFinHexS/8-16Uncx1 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push In Hinged STD541437 Nut Hex Lock _/;ns 3/6-16 Uric 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Bik Zi 17000616...

  • Page 43: Wheels And Tires

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 DECALS KEY PART DESCRIPTION 156368 Decal, Oper Instr. 187048 Decal, Replacement 186280 Decal, Hood, R.H. 186281 Decal, Hood, LH. 138047 Decal, Battery 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 177367 Decal, HP Engine 172331 Decal, Mower Srs 186282 Decal, Fender 156439...

  • Page 44: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 LIFT ASSEMBLY 13----o_ lift-rh,1 piece 3...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 LIFT ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 MOWER DECK 106S_ 103 105 10---- ¢2 D man-t-pa_ _tJL3...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 MOWERDECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly, SwayBar, Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 68/42" Deck STD624008 Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 770128 Transaxle Case 776395 Countershaft 776409 Output Shaft 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 792180...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 CYLINDER HEAD_ VALVE AND BREATHER YLINDRE OIRIGE SOUPAPE ET RENIFLARDJ < CRANKCASE...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART DESCRIPTION 25_351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 12_755-94_S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Qty. 2),12 041 02_S, & 12 041 03-S) 12_411-03-S Rod, push (2) 12_041-10-S Gasket, cylinder head 12_017-01-S...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES[ IGNITION/ELECTRICAL ALLUIVIAGE E_LECTRIQU E HABITATION DE SOUFFLEUR ET DECALENT _;_S_ ...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV492,TYPENUMBER27506 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 12-086-14-S Screw, he×. flange M10x1.5x46 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.Ox16 12-157-06-S X-42-15-S 12-025-15-S Flywheel 12-155-09-S Connector M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5xO.Sx25 237878-S Kit, stator M-545020-S Screw, hex.

  • Page 54: Engine Controls

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM_ DEMARRANT DE LE SYST_ME MOTEUR OIL PAN / LUBRICATION DE LA HUILE PAN DE LA LUBRIFICATION CONTR(_LE I+.._ ..£'_ "_-_'3 _11- - -_ C)-__4 .---5 6--% _ p...,_o...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 STARTING SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION M-839070-S Screw, he×. flange M8×1.25x70 (2) 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) 12-755-54-S Kit, drive end 12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 12q 70-05-S Armature 12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 12-211-01 -S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST _ILESREQUIN ECHAPPEMENT_ FUELSYSTEM_ =UELDELESYSTEME...

  • Page 57: Fuel System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273134 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 FUELSYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6×1.0 (2) M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0xl 16 (2) 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket (Includes 4,5,6 qty I Tie, cable 12-454-03-S, Terminal 25_452_20_S) 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner 12-053-118 Carburetor assembly...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1= Fold this page along doffed line indicated above= 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other updght structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the di_ction of hill slope you want to measure.
  • Page 60 For repair - in your home - of all major brand apphances, lawn and garden equipment, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional and _tems hke garage door openers and water heaters. 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) www.sears,corn...

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