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Craftsman 917.276351 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.276351 Owner's Manual

25.0 hp, 48" mower, electric start, 6 speed transaxle garden tractor
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GARDEN TRACTOR
25.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.276351
This product
has a low emission engine which operates
I_
differently
from previously
built engines.
Before
start the
you
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 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 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...
  • Page 2 Sears Service ......Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace...
  • Page 3 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. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- WARNING: In order to prevent lutely necessary.
  • Page 4 I1.SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the Slopes are a majorfactor related to loss of blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-overaccidents,which can result in severeinjury or death. Opera- safe machine operation.
  • Page 5 • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, the truckor trailerand refuelit on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel ground.If this is not possible,then spillage and remove any fuel-soaked refuel suchequipmentwith a portable debris. Allow machine to cool before container,ratherthan from a gasoline storing.
  • Page 6 3.5 Pints AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC Congratulations on making a smart pur- (Gap: .030") chase. Your new Craftsman® product Ground Speed designed and manufactured for years of (MPH): dependable operation. But like all prod- ucts, it may require repair from time to time.
  • Page 7 Slope Sheet Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. ADJUST SEAT When right or left hand is mentioned this manual, it means, from your point of 1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment view, when you are in the operating posi-...
  • Page 8 DRIVE TRACTOR SKID CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM (See Operation section for location After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly controls) function adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" _L,WARNING: Before starting, read, un- the Service and Adjustments section...
  • Page 9 These symbols may appearon your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. I",1 SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 10 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 various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Ros "ON" Switch Position Ammeter Attachment...
  • Page 11 The operation of any tractor result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety...
  • Page 12 The cutting height range is approximately TO OPERATE MOWER 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heightsare mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator suredfrom the ground to the blade tip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the engine not running. These heights by the operator to leave the seat with the are approximateand may vary depending...
  • Page 13 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Look down and behind before backing. Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) po- CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL sition and slowly release clutch/brake The engine in your tractor has been pedal to start movement. shipped, from the factory, already filled When...
  • Page 14 depressclutch/brakepedal and set NOTE: If at a high altitude (above3000 parkingbrake. feet) or in cold temperatures(below32 F) 2. Place gearshift leverin neutral (N) the carburetorfuel mixturemay need to position. be adjustedfor best engineperformance. See "TOADJUST CARBURETOR"in the 3. Moveattachmentclutch to disengaged position.
  • Page 15 F ILL, O TES A SYOOOOMPLETE f ZERV'OE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners II_s Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 16 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. • When the engine is running with the BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt...
  • Page 17 • To check blade balance, you will need a Remove filler plug from transaxle. 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone level must be even with plug threads. balancer. (When using a cone balancer, If necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil, follow the instructions supplied with...
  • Page 18 Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure Open drain valve by using a 7/16" (11 mm) wrench turning counterclockwise. by tightening knob. After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve turning clockwise. Foam Cartridge the 7/16" (11 mm) wrench to apply Pre-Cleaner a small amount of torque...
  • Page 19 Be sure there are no fuel line leaks • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free and clamps are properly positioned. of all gasoline, oil, etc. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- • Protect painted surfaces with auto- line. motive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden...
  • Page 20 TO INSTALL MOWER SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT Be sure tractoris on level surfaceand • Raise mower to its highest position. mowersuspensionarms are raised with • Measure height from bottom edge of attachmentlift control. Engageparking mower to ground level at front corners brake. of mower.
  • Page 21 • When distance"B" is 1/8"to 1/2" lower BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH at front than rear, tightennut "D" against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of blade, loosen "D" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "C"...
  • Page 22 14.Carefullyroll belt into upper grooveof Remove belt from center mandrel R.H.mandrelpulley. pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel 15.Carefullycheck belt routing making pulley. sure belt is in the groovescorrectly. Remove any dirt or grass which 16.ReconnectR.H.suspensionarm to have accumulated around mandrels rear deck bracketwith retainer spring.
  • Page 23 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake if necessary. If stopping distance still greater than five (5) feet in highest that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
  • Page 24 Clutchin( TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT- Clutching Flat TERY Above Mids eper Engine Belt Kee _k, WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- Pulley V-Idler erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.
  • Page 25 4. Install new battery with terminals in same positionas old battery. 5. Reinstallterminal guard. 6. First connectRED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and kepsnut as shown.Tighten securely. ",, Headlight Wire 7. Connect BLACKgroundingcable to Connector negative(-) batteryterminal with re- maininghex bolt and keps nut.Tighten securely...
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL With engine off turn idle fuel adjust- ing needle in (clockwise) closing The choke control has been preset at the finger tight and then turn out (counter- factory and adjustment should not be nec- clockwise) 1 turn. essary, check adjustment...
  • Page 27 ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- which leads to separation and formation age at the end of the season or if the trac- acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the tractor age the fuel system...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Remove obstruction. 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) CLUTCH / B RAI(E (PEDAL BLACK GRAY REVERSE SWITCH SHORTING CONNECTOR NOT IN REVERSE BLACK IGNITION ....... SPARK PLUGS UNIT (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) 8CUE HOUR METER (OPTIONAL)
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 ELECTRICAL / 12...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 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" 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 4152J...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 368 _ ,_172 _130 63 50/ chassis-stealth II 5-vgt...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. 180375 Rail, Frame RH 17490608 Screw 3/8-16 x 1/2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 156973 73680700 Nut, Crownlock Hex 7/16-14 unc Guide, Belt Gear Drive 193636X428 Dash...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 GROUND DRIVE drive 9=vgt...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 178575 Actuator, Interlock Switch 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 73931000 Nut, Centerlock #10-24 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 8883R Cover, Pedal Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 10040500...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 STEERING ASSEMBLY '_ \1 1313 steering 20-vgt...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm., LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 184946X505...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT I engine-kohler22 17-vgt...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine Kohler Model No. CV730-0044 149723 Muffler 121361X Pulley V-Idler 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine 175287 Bushing 179335 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 179115 Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 Yt/Gt 179124X428 Cap Asm 177328X505...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat 5-vgt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 180166 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring, Cprsn 140675 Strap, Asm Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 145006 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 DECALS 19 17 2O 13 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 177665 Decal Chassis 175291 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 177916 Decal Engine RH 196039 Decal, Repl Parts 194023 Decal Hood, RH 177918 Decal, Engine 194024 Decal Hood, LH 149516 Decal, Battery Dnge/Poi 194026...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 LIFT ASSEMBLY 11\_ lift rh 8...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 180045 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. 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric x1-1/2 175830 Grip, Handle Fluted 175831X505...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 MOWER DECK 33 _;_ >30 122, ,,_117...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 73900600 Nut, Lock Fig 3/8-16 unc 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 4939M Retainer Spring 175820 Pulley Idler Flat 178024 Arm, Suspension, Rear...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 TRANSAXLE _'--66 85 _0 88 _ 90 _ 91_,_._ 94_o...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 TRANSAXLE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Needle Bearing 4197R Axle Shaft 8119M Thrust Bearing Race 12000034 Retaining Ring 4220R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low 4199R Final Drive Gear 4209R 4th Reduction Gear Differential Gear 4213R 4216R 3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer 4215R Differential Pinion...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730-0044 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER _--28 ,... 27-- 25 24 23 22 15 m "_6 - 12_._!113 CRANKCASE "_1171 001- 20 m O--11 Gin4...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730-0044 HEAD/VAWE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01-S Seal, front oil 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket (Includes 2, 3) Crankcase (USE: Miniblock 24 24-041-51-S Gasket, breather 782 14) 24-096-87-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S Fitting M-645020-S...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730-0044 2_ _...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730-0044 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen Kit, knob with seal (Includes 2-4, & 24-113-18-S) 54-755-01-S 25-086-117-S Screw, semshex, hd.(4) (Includes 2,3) Knob, cover 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 25-341-04-S 24-157-08-S 24-153-20-S...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730-0044 ®...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730-0044 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange 24-199-07-S Pan assembly, M8x1.25x80 (Includes 2-11) 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift (In- 24-393-37-S Oil pump assembly (Includes cludes 3-7) 3,4) 25 086 113-S Screw, external torx hd.(3)
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730-0044 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM I 14..g...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276351 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730-0044 CRANKSHAFT PART DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 52-139-09-S Plug, cup EXHAUST PART DESCRIPTION 24-041-49-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1,25x33 24-522-332 Short Block 24-782-23 Miniblock 24-755-113-S GasketSet FUEL SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION 24-853-102-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets...
  • Page 59 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 ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 60 Your Home _%!!!!!!!ii! For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, iHHHH lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii no matter made it, no matter sold iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii For the replacement parts, accessories iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iHHHH iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii...

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