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Craftsman 917.273101 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.273101 Owner's Manual

22.0 electric start 50" mower automatic garden tractor
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22.0
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDE
TRACTO
Model No.
917.273101
Safety
Assembly
o Operation
o Maintenance
o Repair Parts
CAUTION:
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 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
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 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Limited 90-Day Warranty

    Parts Ordering .....Back Cover LIMITEDTWO YEAR WARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENTPARTS 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 wilt repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet Slopes are a major factor related to loss- and throwing objects. Failure to observe of-control and tipover accidents, which the following safety instructions could can result in severe injury or death. All result in serious injury or death°...
  • Page 4 o Keep children out of the mowing area o Never run a machine inside a closed and under the watchful care of another area. Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade responsible adulL Be alert and turn machine off if attachment bolts, tight and keep children enter the area.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    TORQUE: arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the opera- CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase tor,. of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been In the state of California the above is designed, engineered and manufactured required by law (Section 4442 of the...
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Extension _IL[.IIJ._ ......... _WmJlJ ..IIIII,III,_U JgIIII,U,[ JllI ..........[ ..,Ill _11_1= ....... :_:::: Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop)
  • Page 7 Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys 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°...

  • Page 8: Install Seat

    BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR FROM SKID CHECK BATTERY ATTACH STEERING WHEEL o Lift hood to raised position,, o Remove hex bolt, lock washer and o If this battery is put into service after large flat washer from steering shaft° month and year indicated on label o Position front wheels of the tractor so (label located between...
  • Page 9 ° Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position, Shoulder o Release parking brake. Bolt o Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid, • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position.

  • Page 10: Check Tire Pressure

    o Assemble gauge wheels as shown ,, Adjust gauge wheels before operating using long shoulder bolts, 3/8 wash- mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual. ers, and 3/8-t6 center Iocknuts. Tighten securely. Front Suspention Brackets Double Loop Retainer Suspension Spring(Inward Chassis...
  • Page 11 v" CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ,/" All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton_ v"...
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning° BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHT OIL PRESSURE PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOUR 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, iht Switch Ammeter Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Switch...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage° Alwayswear safety glasses or eye shields while operatingyour tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 15: To Operate On Hills

    The cutting height range is approxi- , Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift mately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are control. measured from the ground to the blade • Start mower blades by engaging tip with the engine not running. These attachment clutch control.

  • Page 16: Towing Carts And Other Attachments

    TO TRANSPORT ° Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off° Reinsert the When pushing or towing your tractor, be dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill sure to disengage transmission placing freewheel control in freewheel- cap on the tube° Do not thread the cap ing position.

  • Page 17: Cold Weather Starting

    AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set o Before driving the unit in cold weather, parking brake. the transmission should be warmed up o Place motion control lever in neutral as follows: •...

  • Page 18: Mowing Tips

    NOTE: During this procedure there will MOWING TIPS be no movement of drive wheels. The air o Tire chains cannot be used when the is being removed from hydraulic drive mower housing is attached to tractor_ system° o Mower should be properly leveled for o Move motion control lever to neutral best mowing performance, See "TO...

  • Page 19: Before Each Use

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .... '..'..SE ,OE ....DATES CheckT,,ePressure,/ ,/ ..iiiiiiii €,,ck rake oporat,oo ..V'V' " i '....Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Ch;ck f0r Loose Fasteners ..6/'_, ..Sharpe'n'iReplace'MoWer Biades 6##'4 ....:Check Battery Level ...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- bly, center hole in blade must align with Always observe safety rules when star on mandrel assembly° performing any maintenance. o Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown°...
  • Page 21 BATTERY TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory "Your tractor has a battery charging and fluid maintenance is not required for system which is sufficient for normal use. the life of the transaxle_ Should the However, periodic charging of the battery transaxle ever leak or require servicing, with an automotive charger will extend...
  • Page 22 ° Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge Air Scree_-----_:_ plate, and nut. o Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob. \!f" Oil Drain "%===J Plug Cartridge Foam Pre-Cleaner f Cap/ Cartridge Dipstick CLEAN AIR SCREEN Rubber Seal Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 23 ,_,CAUTION" Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake° ° Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position, • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. ° Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key, o Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 24 if adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only,. o To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side° _" _"\_\ Mandrel o To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side.
  • Page 25 Screws Left Hand Idler Spring Electric Mandrel Pulleys Clutch Cover Pulley Primary Idler Arm Bolt in Mower Housing Left Hand Mandrel Mower Drive Belt Belt Keepers TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE ° Reconnect spring to bolt in mower BELT housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel cover.

  • Page 26: Belt Removal

    Eventually,the internal brake wil! wear TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT which may cause the mower blades to Park the tractor on level surfacer Engage not engage, or, to not stop as required. parking brake. For ease of service there Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center/ is a belt installation guide decal on...
  • Page 27 o Retighten belt keeper above transaxle TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL pulley. ALIGNMENT - Place belt around clutching idlers as If steering wheel crossbars are not shown, making sure to route belt horizontal (left to right) when wheels are inside of all belt keepers° positioned straight forward, remove...
  • Page 28 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS o Connect the other end of the BLACK FRONT WHEEL cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. . Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE washers to allow wheel removal.

  • Page 29: Interlocks And Relays

    TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB o Raise hood. o Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the 4cod backside of the grill° o Replace bulb in holder and push bulb Headlight Wire holder securely back into the hole in Connector the backside of the grill., o Close hood.
  • Page 30 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL o With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing it finger The choke control has been preset at the tight and then turn out (counterclock- factory and adjustment should not be wise) 1 turn, necessary°...

  • Page 31: Engine Oil

    ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage, Acidic gas can tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    CHART TROUBLESHOOTING CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM o Fill fuel tank. !Will not start oOut of fuel, ° See "TO START ENGINE" o Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section, properly, o Wait several minutes before o Engine floode& attempting to start, ° Replace spark plug, o Bad spark plugo o Clean/replace air filter°...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power - Faulty spark plug = Clean and regap or change Continued spark plug. ° Dirty fuel filter, o Replace fuel filter, o Drain fuel tank and refill with o Stale or dirty fuel, fresh gasoline_ •...
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION = Worn, bent or loose blade° o Replace/sharpen blade. Poor grass discharge (Contn) Tighten blade bolt. o Clean underside of mower o Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing. o Mower drive belt worn. - Replace mower drive bell o Blades improperly installed,...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH CHARGtNG SYSTEM Of J]"PUT "_5N._P DC @ 35_o RPM REGULATOR _8 VOLT8 AC I=' 36_0 _P._4 ( R EGLtl..A"/OR DISCONNECTED) PTO SWITCH HEADLIGHTS POSITION C|RCUIT C+G,B÷H IGNITION SWITCH C+F,B+E,A+D POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" RELAY M + G+ A1 NONE...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 ELECTRICAL ,o-- [---? ......_, ..
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Boft 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 Push-in 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 4152J...

  • Page 38: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES i22 / _ >, 63 60...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc t40506 Drawbar, Gt 154914 Bracket Asm, Susp Chas Lh 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 137113 Bracket Asm., Fender ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 163976...
  • Page 40 GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR .. MODEL NUMBER 917.273,101...

  • Page 41: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Plate Console Shift ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 151179 Hydro Gear 222-3010 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 7070E Key I/4 x 25 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-t8x3 Screw Hex Wsh, Hi-Lo 1/4-12 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 142432...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR-- MODEL NU MBER 917.273'101 STEERING...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODE L NU MBER 917.273101 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm, Front 6855M 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 121232X...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.273'101 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT ]...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No CV24S-75532 161063 Muffler 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - '18 NPT 151396 Muffler Asm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm, Belt Engine 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996...

  • Page 46: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender 123740X Spring, Cprsn I27018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x 62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr, 5 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 19171912...

  • Page 47: Wheels And Tires

    Decal Dash 171814 Decal V-Belt Schem 149516 Decal Battery DNGR/PSN 160397 Decal Dash Panel ENGAsm 163266 Decal Insert Strg Decal Hood RH Craftsman t64065 171702 Decal Battery Decal Hood LH Craftsman 138047 171703 Decal Drawbar CNTRL Decal Brake Parking Saddle 142342...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU NIBER 917.273101 LIST ASSEMBLY 35 73...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 LIST ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm,, Lever 159187 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 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...

  • Page 50: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156990 Mower Deck Weldment 50 156085 Keeper, Belt idler STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-t8 131494 Pulley, Idler Flat 72110506 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 136572 Pulley, Driven 7631J Runner, Mower LH STD533107 Bolt, Carr 5/16-18Uncx3/4 138457...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Locknut, Hex 5t16-18 164591 Assembly, Housing, 153767 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 164592 Assembly, Housing, 142904 153765 Oi! Seal °984 x Io5 x °25 '142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1 Shoulder Bolt 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9'17.273'101 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144569 127148X Shaft, Pump Swashplate, Variable 122716X 142938 Ring, Retaining Block AssembJy 122745X 122786X Bearing, Bail Pin, Stainless, Headless 122715X 122718X Spacer Gasket, Center Section 122700X 144578 Check Valve Kit Seal, Lip 122699X 144578...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 CYLINDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER CRANKC ASE =,..,J, 0_21 --,t9 _--28 I_1125 ;_423 22 © 15..,...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES]...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 S_SYE" I ..................... _TARTiNG 2%:_ "_f.,.,_l _, ,_'I, \\ 19-.. _ Ib'_ G_'-_ _.,,,Sr_.. t_Io...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST %_< __(_...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 HEAD/VALVE/BREATH ER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ 24-032-01 -S Seat, oil front Crankcase gasket (Includes 2,3) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock ) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 CRANKCASE HEADNALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ Crankcase gasket (Includes 2,3) (USE: Miniblock ) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 24-294-13-S Fitting 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 12-380-17-S Pin, dowel locating (6) M-645020-S...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 IGNITIONICHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755q5-S Kit, grass screen 24_027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 (Includes 2-4) 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (3) M-403025-S Screw, hex., cap 24-100-02-S Nut, plastic (2) M4xO,7x25 (4)
  • Page 62 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273101 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24S, TYPE NUMBER 75532 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-61-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST 24-853-61-S Carburetor assembly (For information only not PART available separately)
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATRON ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. iiii Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not i!! JLA greater than 15°), never across the face.
  • Page 64 Get itfixed, at your home ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold itt 1--800-4..MY..HOME sM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...

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