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Craftsman 917.273322 Owner's Manual

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ELECTRIC
START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273322
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating
this equipment.
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to your questions
about this product,
Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am
5 pro, Mon
Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
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  • Page 1 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.com/craftsman For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pro, Mon...
  • Page 2 Please contact your nearest service warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman Sears Service Center. (In-home but a standard is in the United States. This ESTATES, • Be sure the area is clear of other...

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, remove keys before dismounting. • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed area. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, other debris build-up.

  • Page 5: Maintenance Agreement

    BA'FI'ERY: AMP/HR: MIN. CCA: CASE SIZE:U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible depend- ability and performance. Should you experience...
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob _ (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) Gauge Wheels (4) Brackets (12) Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 (4) Locknut 3/8-16 _(_ (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Retainer Steering Wheel Insert Seat (1) Shoulder...

  • Page 7: Tools Required For Assembly

    i l)))llllllllll (2) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 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.
  • Page 8 BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID AI-I'ACH STEERING WHEEL • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer from steering • Position front wheels of the tractor they are pointing straight forward. • Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.
  • Page 9 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for location function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheel- ing position to disengage transmis-...
  • Page 10 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised attachment lift control. Engage brake. • Cut and remove ties securing sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. •...
  • Page 11 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin- flared at the factory for shipping poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS...
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED e_(_) ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY or in literature supplied...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Ammeter Hourmeter • _ Throttle Control /,, , Clutch/Brake Pedal __1 Choke Control Adjustment Knob Free Wheel Control...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor the eyes, which can result in severe glasses or eye shields adjustments or repairs. over spectacles or standard HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
  • Page 15 The cutting height range is approxi- mately 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 16: Add Gasoline

    TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission placing freewheel control in freewheel- =ng position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.
  • Page 17 • Sit on seat in operatingposition, depressclutch/brakepedal and set parkingbrake. • Placemotioncontrolleverin neutral (N) position. • Moveattachment c lutchto "DISEN- GAGED"position. • Movethrottlecontrolto fast position • Pullchokecontrolout for a cold enginestart attempt.Fora warm enginestart attemptthe chokecontrol may not be needed. NOTE:Beforestarting,readthe warm and cold startingproceduresbelow.

  • Page 18: Mowing Tips

    NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system. • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control...

  • Page 19: General Recommendations

    PILL ,. DATES R EGU LAR SERVICE Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Check Battery Level I 0TC Lubrication Chart Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension ! Check Engine Oil Level Change...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" the Service and Adjustments section this manual).
  • Page 21 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life, • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. •...
  • Page 22 Air S_i Oil Fill Cap/ Dipstick CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage 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...
  • Page 23 ,_CAUTION: Before performing • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking • Place motion control lever in neutral • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving •...
  • Page 24 • 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...
  • Page 25 Screws Left Hand Mandrel Cover Left Hand Mandrel Mower Drive Belt Belt Keepers TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. parking brake. • Remove mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).
  • Page 26 Eventually, t he internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center/ department. • Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF"...
  • Page 27 • Retighten belt keeper above transaxle pulley. • Place belt around clutching idlers as 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.

  • Page 28: Replacing Battery

    TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining washers to allow wheel removal. • Repair tire and reassemble. • Replace washers and snap ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. REAR WHEEL •...
  • Page 29 TO REPLACEHEADLIGHTBULB • 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. • Close hood. INTERLOCKSANDRELAYS Loose or damaged...
  • Page 30 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.
  • Page 31 Immediately prepare your tractor storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART _ROBLEM CAUSE Will not start • Out of fuel. • Engine not "CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug, • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged • Carburetor •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power • Faulty spark plug. Continued • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Water in fuel. • Spark plug wire loose. • Dirty engine air screen/fins. • Dirty/clogged • Loose or damaged •...
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART PROBLEM CAUSE • Worn, bent or loose blade. Poor grass discharge (Contn) • Buildup of grass, leaves, trash under mower. • Mower drive belt worn. • Blades improperly • Improper • Clogged mower holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
  • Page 35 B + S + A_ NONE REMOVABLE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS CONNECTIONS --O--- NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVE[:) SERVICING UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT C÷G,B÷H C÷F,B+E NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS HEADLIGHTS...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 ELECTRICAL ,i_. /...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL NOTE: -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Batted/ 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...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _138 l " _130 43_. • i -i -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 _141 _140 14_477 "_, _135 68/-I 35f_! -" 1790_ h .. 7--_ " - I "_-30 122 / 1/49...

  • Page 39: Chassisand Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 140506 Drawbar, 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 163976 Dash 157882 Dash Asm., Lower VGT 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 145186 Support, Dash loPc. Battery 161023X558 Hood Asm..
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 GROUND DRIVE 73 F ;" -," 72 J " _115 7799 ' ;: " : _116 73_' -111 ¢ 1_11 108_ ,.'_...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 GROUNDDRIVE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x25 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 140507 WheeI, HubAssembly 140080 Bolt, Hub STD551037 Wahser 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 140921 Spring...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 STEERING 13" 14 /...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR STEERING NOTE: -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm, Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm. LH 161848 Spindle Aem., RH 6266H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR ENGINE //_j/ •÷._ [ SPARK ARRESTER KIT l -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 35-_. "!_ "_ 39 j_ '_42 f/72 y_/_...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 ENGINE NOTE: PART DESCRIPTION Engine {See Breakdown) KohlerCV25S-69526 150249 Muffler Side 1-1/8" 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 Muffler Asm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Belt Engine Keeper Asm VGT 96...

  • Page 46: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 SEAT ASSEMBLY • _-_ _ I _ , i" !_1_ PART DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 Strap, Fender 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged STD841437 Nut, Crownlock...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 164096 Decal, Dash 164758 Decal, Hp Engine 171702 Decal, Hood RH Craftsman 171703 Decal, Hood LH Craftsman 140837 Decal, Brake Parking Saddte 133644 Decal, Maintenance 171814 Decal, Replacement 164884 Decal, Blower HSNG...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR LIST ASSEMBLY " 23 ---_ 14 J/_,_ 41 7 -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 35 73 --33 12_._ 2s2P 24_'_ ,_'_ \i ¸¸'...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR LIST ASSEMBLY NOTE: -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lilt Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133o87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 MOWER DECK 103_ 105 /...

  • Page 51: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 MOWERDECK PART DESCRIPTION 156690 Mower Deck Weldment STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 138457 Bracket asm., Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer, Spring 130832 Arm. Suspension, Bar) 850857 Bolt, Patch 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr STD551137 Washer. Lock Hvy. Unplated...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L _I08...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.273322 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L KEY PART DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly, Housing, 164592 Assembly, Housing, 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 54 Housing Kit, Transmission 122770× Bearing, Thrust, Ball Center Section Kit 153801 122722X Seal, Lip 144573 Shaft, Motor 142978 Washer, Block Thrust -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 127148X Swashplate, Variable 142938 Block Assembly 122786X Pin, Stainless, Headless 122718X Gasket, Center Section...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CYLINDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER n 1_ L_j_ 15,_ -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 CV25S, TYPE NUMBER CRANKCASE "-_ ,___ _ 1,"-" ,3-.% -_ "-_JI 69526 C)--19 0--8...
  • Page 56 24-112-12 Spacer 24-294-06 Fitting 24-326-13 Hose, breather 24.326-14 Hose, breather X-426-9 Clamp, hose (2) NUMBER 917.273322 CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKCASE PART DESCRIPTION 24-032-01 Seal, oil Iront 2,3) Crankcase (USE: Miniblock) 24-294-13 Fitting 12-380-17 Pin, dowel locating (6) 24-067.13...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 IGNITION / ELECTRICALJ AIR INTAKE -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES...
  • Page 58 25-518-28 Lead, black recI -reg. 4" - 18 gauge insulated grip barre eyelets) X-22-11 Washer, lock 1/4" 24-113-18 Decal, grass screen NUMBER 917.273322 CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART 54-027-95 Housing, (Incl. M*05450t0 24-100-02 Nut, plastic (2) M-0545020 Screw, hex.
  • Page 59 TRACTOR-- KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 STARTING SYSTEM t8--@ _\11 10--_9 5__4 IL PAN LUBRICATION MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 EN GIN E CONTROLS "_®.-'° 19F_t_...

  • Page 60: Starting System

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV25S,TYPENUMBER69526 STARTING SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION 12-098-03 Starter, soleno{d shift M-0839080 Screw, hex. flange M8xl.24x80 M-0841080 Nut, hex. flange MSx1.25 52-211-05 Bolt, thru M5x0.8x99 12-301-01 Cap, commutator 52-168-01 Insulator 52-089+09 Spring, brush (4) 52-323-03 Holder, brush...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST...
  • Page 62 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273322 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKSHAFT PART DESCRIPTION 24-014-72 Crankshaft (Includes 2) 52-139-09 Plug, cup EXHAUST PART DESCRIPTION 24-041-02 Gasket, exhaust 25-072-04 Stud, M8xl.25x33 24-755-03 Gasket FUEL SYSTEM PART 24-853-27 Kit, carburetor (Includes 2-6) 24-041.15...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. • ,A greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 64 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800,4-MY-HOME'" Para pedir servicio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week PartsDirect 'M 1-800-366.PART...

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