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Owner's Manual
CRRFTSMRH °
LAW
TRACTOR
26.0 HR 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.275900
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This
product
has a low emission
engine
which
operates
differently
from
previously
built
engines.
Before
you start
the
engine,
read
and understand
this
Owner's
Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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
U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment, Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman built engines. Before you start engine which this Owner's Manual.
- Page 2 IN HOME warrantyservice 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. Forthe nearest authorizedSears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine ing objects. Failure to observe injury or death. WARNING: In order to prevent cidental starting when setting porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact plug. _IWARNING: Do not coast hill in neutral, you may lose control...
- Page 4 II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related control and tip-over accidents, result in severe injury or death. tion on all slopes requires extra caution. you cannot back up the slope uneasy on it, do not mow it. Mow up and down slopes, •...
- Page 5 Remove gas-poweredequipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Keepthe nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times untilfueling is complete.
- Page 6 Sears REPAIR PARTS REPAIR PROTECTION 4.0 Pints AGREEMENTS 3.5 Pints Congratulations RC12YC chase. Your new Craftsman® designed and manufactured dependable operation. 0 - 5.5 it may require repair from time to time. That's 0 - 2.4 when having a Repair 14 PSI can save you money and aggravation.
- Page 7 For Future Use Your new tractor has been assembled When right or left hand is mentioned this manual, it means, from your view, when you are in the operating tion (seated behind the steering REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Cut along dotted lines on all four...
- Page 8 TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKiD (See Operation section for location _dwfunction of controls) ARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow all instructions Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.
- Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED LIGHTS FREE WHEEL...
- Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor various controls and adjustments. Throttle Control Clutch/Brake Choke Control Freewheel Control Our tractors American AMMETER - Indicates battery (4-) or discharging (-). ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH to engage the mower blades,...
- Page 11 The operation the eyes, which glasses or eye shields adjustments or repairs. wide vision safety YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting parking...
- Page 12 , The average lawn should be cut to ap- proximately 2-1/2 inches during season and to over 3 inches months. For healthier and better lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. For best cutting performance, 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.
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Page 13: Starting The Engine
TO OPERATE ON HILLS ,j_WARNJNG: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. * Choose the slowest speed ing up or down hills. -
Page 14: To Start Engine
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. - Page 15 4. 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. Repeatthis procedurethree (3) times. NOTE: During this step there will be no movementof drivewheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS 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...
- Page 17 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest on a level, dry concrete or paved then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
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Page 18: Engine Oil
The blade can be sharpened or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied... - Page 19 Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked Position Yellow Cap Unlock drain valve by pushing...
- Page 20 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded spark arrester (if equipped) as it could ate a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever first. Spark plug type and gap setting shown in "PRODUCT...
- Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake Place motion control Place attachment clutch Turn ignition key to "STOP" Make sure the blades Disconnect spark plug wire from spark come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Place attachment clutch in "DISEN- GAGED"...
- Page 22 Position front plate assembly front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between assembly and mower brackets. NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin.
- Page 23 BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH Front Plate Trunnion Assembly TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL Park tractor on a level surface. parking brake. Lower mower to its lowest Disengage belt tension rod from bracket.
- Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. parking brake. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). Remove screws from R.H. and L.H. mandrel covers and remove REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER...
- Page 25 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest level, dry concrete or paved surface, brake...
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Page 26: To Attach Jumper Cables
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require for service or replacement, it should purged after reinstallation and before erating the tractor. See "PURGE MISSION" in the Operation section manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels... - Page 27 Disconnect BLACK battery then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. Install new battery with terminals same position as old battery. Reinstall terminal guard. First connect RED battery positive (+) battery terminal bolt and keps nut as shown. securely.
- Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset factory and adjustment should essary, check adjustment as described low before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) choke position.
- Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor age at the end of the season tor will not be used for 30 days or more. AI:_WARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before...
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine properly. Engine Bad spark Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water Loose Carburetor 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter. Bad spark Weak Dirty fuel filter. - Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power Dirty fuel filter. (continued) Stale Water 10. Spark 11. Dirty engine 12. Dirty/clogged 13. Loose 14. Carburetor 15. Engine valves out of adjustment. Excessive 1. Worn, vibration Bent blade Loose/damaged Engine dies whet...
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Engine speed too slow. Poor grass discharge Travel speed Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven Worn, Buildup trash Mower Blades 10. Improper 11. Clogged holes from buildup leaves, mandrels.
- Page 33 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC LIGHT SW YOUR TRACTOR EQUIPPED ALTERNATOR THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED BATTERY, OWN ELECTRICAL iGNiTiON SWITCH BECAUSE BRIGHTNESS POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE M+G+A1 SPEED. RUN/OVERRIDE B+A1 WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS B+A1 L+A2 SPEEDED WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.
- Page 34 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900...
- Page 35 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL KEY PART NOTE: All component = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 DESCRiPTiON 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray Battery 145211 Bolt Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon Battery 176138 Switch...
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Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures
TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _278 154_09 _278 >209 chassis-stealth.stlt 38_14... - Page 37 TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 PART DESCRiPTiON 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 193636X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 167203 Panel Dash 188702X010 Panel Dash 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175260X428 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery STD541437 Locknut Hex with Insert...
- Page 38 GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 36 35 drive-hydro.stlt7...
- Page 39 TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE KEY PART DESCRIPTION - - - Transaxle, HydroGear, Model 314-0510 (See Break 192502 Rod Shift Fend. 179334 Clutch Electric STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy 1/4 74490544 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 STD541431 Nut Lock HexW/Ins. 126197X Washer 1-1/20D...
- Page 40 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering stealth prem...
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Page 41: Steering Assembly
TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 PART DESCRIPTION Wheel Steering 186094X428 Axle Asm 184706 Spindle Asm LH 169840 Spindle Asm RH 169839 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6266H Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. - Page 42 TRACTOR ENGINE 3_/33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART DESCRIPTION 175439X505 Control Throttle 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex Engine, Kohler Model CV730- 0043 (See Breakdown) Muffler Asm Twin Lo-Tone 149723 146699 Pipe Exhaust LH 146700 Pipe Exhaust RH Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems 171877 Shield 146629...
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Page 43: Seat Assembly
TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY seat It.knob 8 PART DESCRIPTION Seat 180598 Bracket Pivot Seat 180166 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uncx 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push-In STD541437 Nut Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 unc 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 17000616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. - Page 44 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION Decal Reflector LH 187407 138047 Decal Battery Diehard Sears Decal Hood RH 194023 Decal Hood LH 194024 Decal Fender Craftsman 194027 Decal Dash 193645 177918 Decal Engine Decal Deck Caution 178455 169239 Decal Replacement 156439 Decal Fender Danger...
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Page 45: Lift Assembly
TRACTOR LiFT ASSEMBLY lift-rh.lpc.stlt PART DESCRIPTION 179504 Plunger Assembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin Groove 188822 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 175830 Grip Handle Fluted Link Lift LH. 175370 Link Lift R.H. 175371 4939M Retainer Spring... -
Page 46: Mower Deck
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 MOWER DECK >30 mower deck.48prem stlt... - Page 47 TRACTOR MOWER DECK KEY PART DESCRIPTION 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway 4939M Retainer Spring 178024 Arm, Suspension, Deck 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade (The following blades able) 180054 Blade, 48" Hi-Lift and discharging) 173921 Blade, 48" Mulching mowers only) 174360...
- Page 48 35_, 120_ 36-\ ... 46 _i24 \108 [125 SEALANT 20W50 127- SEAL ¢o r--I m ::1:1 111111 78.8 O-RING "M "M...
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Page 49: Hydro Transaxle
TRACTOR HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314=0510=20 PART DESCRiPTiON 170351 Kit, Main Housing Main Housing, Machined Bushing .865 X .985 X .790 170352 Kit, Side Housing Side Housing, Machined Bushing .865 X .985 X .790 Bushing .624 X .719 X .562 170353 Kit, Center Section... - Page 50 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER 7 ... _ 23 --@...
- Page 51 TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 HEAD/VALVE/BR EATH ER KEY PART DESCRiPTiON 24-033-03-SKit, breather cover w/gasket (includes 2-4) 24-041-51-SGasket, breather 24-096-87-SCover, breather 25-139-60-SPlug, allen hd. 1/8" M-645020-SScrew, hex. flange M6x1.0x20 25-351-01-SLifter, valve (4) 24-755-66-SKit, valve train (includes 8,11,12) 24-411-05-SRod, push (4) 24-841-03-SKit,...
- Page 52 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 KONLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 IT- O...
- Page 53 TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRiPTiON 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen (Includes 2,3,and 24 113 18- 25 086 117-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 24-112-04-S Spacer, grass screen 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6xl.0x16 24-157-08-S 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M10xl.5x46 I2-468-03-S Washer,...
- Page 54 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 ® 5 ...
- Page 55 TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART DESCRiPTiON M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid bly (Includes 3-7) 25 086 113-S Screw, external torx. hd. 25-435-04-S Kit, solenoid (includes 25-755-33-S Kit, pinion drive (includes 25 141 05-S Ring 25-221-01-S...
- Page 56 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.275900 KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043...
- Page 57 TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER CRANKSHAFT KEY PART DESCRIPTION 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 52-139-09-S Plug, cup EXHAUST KEY PART DESCRiPTiON 24-041-49-S Gasket, exhaust 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 PA-CV730-0043Repiacement 24 522 327 Short Block 24-782-23 Miniblock 24-755-113-S Gasket FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART DESCRIPTION 24-853-102-S Kit, carburetor (includes 2,3)
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Page 59: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees. - Page 60 ii_iii _ ! _ii!_ _i_ _i[iii_ii_!_!ii_i_iii_i!i_W_______%i_!_i!_!_!_!!!_!!i_!H!i!_ii_i iiiiiii!iii ,"" Forrepa r- oyo. ho o-of.,maior randapp,ances, awnandgardenequ pment, Forthe replacementparts, owner's manualsthatyou ForSears professional and itemslikegaragedooropenersandwaterheaters. 1=800=4=MY=HOME ®Anytime, (1-800-469-4663) Forrepairofcarry=in and electronics, SearsPartsandRepairCenter. 1-800-488-1222 To purchase ormaintenanceagreement(Canada) 1=800=827=6655(U.S.A.) Parapedirserviciodereparaci6n a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas: t-888-SU-HOGAR (1-888-784-6427) iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!!iiiiiiiiiiiiiii!!i!!i_...