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Craftsman 917.272261 Owner's Manual

25.0 hp electric start 48" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
25.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272261
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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
Visit our Craftsman website: www sears.corn/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www sears.corn/craftsman For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    LIMITED'FWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine s capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin the manual and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 4 III. 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. Never assume that children wilt 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 the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 3 2°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0PINTS W/OFILTER: 3.75 P INTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED F ORWARD: 0-5.5 ',MPH): REVERSE: 0-2.4 FIREPRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10PSI...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Steering Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve (1) W_ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Mower Retainer Springs (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) • (4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels (4)Retainer _e _ __(doubla _.1 f T// 3/8-16 (4) Whee s ,-_ 'k,__._/(4 (4) Washers _&=kJJ 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.'_"...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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, Review the video cassette before you begin.
  • Page 9 4. Push down o nseat t oengage shoulder bolt i nslot a ndpull s eat towards rear o ftractor. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat.
  • Page 10 TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER 1. Pos_ion brackets, 17132x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. 2. Install hex bolts and lock nuts as shown.
  • Page 11 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinltated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE WARNING ENGINE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH...

  • Page 13: Operation

    KNOW¥OURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES B EFORE OPERATING YOUR T RACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseff with the locations of various controls and adiustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Switch Ammeter Brake Choke C - - -- _ _"...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses I 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 g asses, HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE...
  • 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 andtypee of grass being mowed. •...
  • Page 16 TOWING C ARTS A ND OTHER A TFACH- MENTS Tow only theattachments thatare recommended byand comply w ith specifications ofthemanufacturer ofyour tractor. Use common sense w hen t owing. Too heavy o fa load, while ona slope, is dangerous. Tires canlose traction with theground a nd cause y outolose control ofyour t ractor.
  • Page 17 AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION WARM UP Before drivinq the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as ictiows: 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 2. Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FiLL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Ope_tlen V O I_ CheCKTire pressure CheCk Operator Presence and interlock Systems Check Ic_ LOOSe Fasteners Sha_0en!Replace Mower Blades Lubrleatlon Chart Check Battery Level Clean Batter/and Temlleala Check Tmnsaxle Cooling Adjust Bla_e Belt(s) TenSt_ Ad_st Motion Drive Belt(s) Tensle_ Cheek Engll_e Oil Level...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAK_ OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See "[0 ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 20 BA'n'ERY Yourtractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend ts fe. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery boifs tight. • Keep small vent holes open. •...
  • Page 21 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the end of the drain valve. 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipsticktube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity sea "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8.
  • Page 22 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 23 _CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1, Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake• 2. Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 4, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5.
  • Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adiust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See ROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or undednflated, you will not propedy adjust your mower.
  • Page 25 5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface. 6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spdng. 7, Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley.
  • Page 26 4. Road t est t ractor forproper stopping distance asstated a bove. R eadjust if necessary. Ifstopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces- sary. Contact your nearest autho- rized service center/department. With Parking Brake "Engaged"...
  • Page 27 TO START E NGINE WITH AWEAK BATTERY A, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. if your battery istoo weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATIERY"...
  • Page 28 Hood Headlight Wire ctor ENGINE Maintenance,repair,or replacementof the emissioncontroldevicesand systems,which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-roed engine repair establishment or indMdual. Warranty repairsmust be performedby an authorized engine manufacturer's serviceoutlet. TO ADJUSTTHRO'n'LE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be...
  • Page 29 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. _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start t. Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel rifler. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10.Engine valves out of adjustment.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOO_NG CHART CAUSE PROBLEM LOSSof power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) 4. Dirty air filler. 5. Low oil leveVdirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirtyfuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10.Spark plug wire loose.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Engine speed too slow. Poor grass discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4, Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 SCHEMATIC -;LIl ll6 8AT'_FIY I ... L= ,-- --O O--- " SEATSW_CH P---_F_ /r_7 (NOT OCCUf_FcD) LINE sOLENOID (IF SO EQUIPPED) uGms IGNmON SWFrCH REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED NOTE: iF WIRING SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD p ROPI-_F'J-Y SF_CURE YOUR WIRING.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO, NO. 163465 74760412 7603J 145211 150109 145769 153664 175449 886(_ 146148 175158 73510400 145491 160784 175442 175447 178451 71110408 131563 178861 175548 175549 178461 17490508 175448 109748X 176717 176730 176733 176732 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. 174619 176554 171_60612 172542X418 174996 179174X010 17490608 172540X615 126938X 156437 124028X 19131312 $TD5414.Ti' 174945X418 174944X418 175692X615 139976 17490508 175710 172545X599 172544X599 174993 STD533707 174997 STD541437 175702 154966 175582 156524 174679...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION TranSaXle (See Breakdown) Hydro gear Model 323-0510 174367 Clutch Ealc 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr 5 73800500 Nut LockHexW/Ins 5116-18Unc 126197X Washer 1-I/20D x 15/32 ID x 73800600 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16Unc...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272261 STEERING ASSEMBLY J'22_222 "-. , • I_42...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART 175139X418 172393 169840 169839 6266H 121748X 12000029 175121 _51137 73940800 136518 145212 177883 17060612 170162 19111216 ST[_51131 73540500 1551(;6 152927 175140X418 SI_541537 159945 174530X415 121749X 121232X 160367 72140618 169827 175146 19182411 169835 173956 175118 175553 NOTE: All component dimensions given In U,S.
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 ENGINE KEY PART 175437X505 Co_roI, Throtle 149723 159955 16(To89 138129 171877 162797X431 Shield Heat 165391 148456 11050600 17490624 169837 175440X505 Cheke Contro_ 73_0600 150927 137180 157103 161696 123487X 106082X 8543R 148315 109227X 17000612 100405(;0 71070512 73510400 164863...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR --MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272261 SEAT A SSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat 14_o51 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 71110616 Bolt 19131610 Washer 13i32xlx10Gauge 145006 Clip, PusPPIn Hinged S]_o41437 124181X Spdng, Seat 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge 174894 Pan, Seat 177857...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 177888 Decal, Hood/Seat 174969 Reflector L.H, 177909 Decal, Hoed, R.H. 177910 Decal, Hood, LH. 13_644 Decal, Cuslomer Maintenance 177975 Decal, Dash Lwr 156439 Decal, Fender Darlger 178482 Decal, Desk Heaw Duty 146046 Decal, V-Selt Drive Schematic 177890 Decal Stlg Wheel...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272261 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 LIFTASSEMBLY PART 176263 159476 178981 12(X](]0(_ 19211621 120183X 175830 175370 175371 49,3gM 175562 73350800 175689 73800800 163552 176205 175994 155097 123_35X 17060516 19112410 155098 145212 19171416 175378 175802 175560 NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION Plunger Assembly...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 MOWERDECK PART DESCRIPTION 174348 DeckWeldrnent Mower 48 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 493_M Retainer Spdng 130532 Arnk Suspension, Rear (Sway Baz) 174366 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 173G20 Blade 174360 Sheft Mandrel Asm. Gre_able 174358 Housing Maz_drel 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel...
  • Page 50 Aj129 , :0 :o_O _a-n...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170_51 Main Housing, Assembly 170_52 Side Housing, Assembly 170353 Cent er Section, Assembly 170354 Swashplate, Trunlon Machlned 169898 Block - Assembly 170355 Sealant 10.50z 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 170_57...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR --MODEL N UMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS &STRA'I'I"ON ENGINE-MODEL _., 808_1:0_T7 I li_l." 36. P_'_IIJ 1029 1022 914,, =,0_ _63s_' 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL Ki'l 117" 6i6U 11249_ 105_ 633# 987@ 691 o 1123_ 276_ 104 _ 552A8 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 672(_ 150t,YJ 987@ 1123_)
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS& STRA'I"FON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 445777TYPE NUMBER0154-E1 332_ _877 363_ 3_8 E ._,.E aASKET 20_ m_ 2760 943_ 842_ 691 O 524 O 573 __1, 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 3o91 317197_L 579 803/'_ _"801...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272261 BRIGGS &STRA'I'I'ON ENGINE-MODEL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 694001 CyJinder Assembly 499585 Bushing/Seal 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690069 Sumlp-_Engine 693998 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 693999 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 2) 693997 *+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 499601 Breather Assembly 690937 •...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS & STRAI"I'ONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER445777TYPE NUMBER0154-E1 PART DESCRIPTION 691008 Knot>Air Cleaner 691064 Alternator 691185 Regulator 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 497606 Drive-Starter 692024 Clutch-Drive 691036 Dipstick 691032 ° Seal-O Ring (Dipstick Tube) 691037 Tube-Dipstick 690960 Screw (Regulator)544 Armature-Starter (Sewiced...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING greater than 15 ) never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to pr=went tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate your T_ctor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes. SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,...
  • Page 60 Forrepairofmajor brandappliances in your own home... no matterwho madeit,no matterwho soldrd WWW.S_IS,cGnl For repairofcar_-in productslike vacuums,lawnequipment, a nd electronics,callfor thenearestSears Partsand Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 _P,_'w.sea$.com Forthe replacement p arts,accessories and owner'smanuals thatyouneed todo-it-yoursaif, callSears PartsDirectS"! 1-800-366-PART (1-8oo-366-7278) w_re_ To purchase or inquireabouta SearsServiceAgreement or Sears MaintenanceAgreement: 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) 7 am.