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Craftsman 917.275022 Owner's Manual

Garden tractor 23.0 hp, 48" mower electric start automatic transmission
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Owner's Manual
]CRHFTSMIIN°I
GARDEN TRACTOR
23.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275022
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.
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 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman
website:wwwosears.corn/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, II 60179 U.S.A. Visit our 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: General Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. ,_Look for this symbol to point out • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely important safety precautions.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere • Mow up and down slopes, not across. with safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.
  • Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
  • Page 6 We have competent, well-trained techni- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Gasoline 3.5 Gallons Please read and retain this manual. Capacity Unleaded instructions will enable you to assemble and Type: Regular and maintain your tractor properly. Oil Type SAE 10W30 Always observe the "SAFETY...
  • Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned this manual, it means, from your point of _" view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
  • Page 8 6. Start the engine. After engine /CHECKLIST started, move throttle control to idle Before you operate your new tractor, we position. wish to assure that you receive the best Release parking brake. performance and satisfaction from this 8. Slowly move the motion control lever Quality Product.
  • Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. r lA ,= I .$ BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING Gi k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVE_MP _1 UNLOCKED...
  • 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 of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Ammeter Ignition Position Switch...
  • Page 11 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 or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 12 TO OPERATE MOWER The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the blade tip presence sensing switch. Any attempt with the engine not running. the operator to leave the seat with the These heights are approximate and may...
  • Page 13 TO TRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier stading (See the oil When pushingor towingyour tractor,be viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengagetransmissionby section of this manual). placing freewheel control in freewheeling • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- position.
  • Page 14 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. Before driving the unit in cold weather, 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key the transmission should be warmed up as clockwise to start position and release follows: key as soon as engine starts.

  • Page 15: Mowing Tips

    • If grass is extremely tall, it should be Move motion control lever to neutral mowed twice to reduce load and (N) position. Shutoff engine and set possible fire hazard from dried clip- parking brake. pings. Make first cut relatively high; the Engage transmission by placing second to the desired height.

  • Page 16: General Recommendations

    E," , " O,TES DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners l# / ll_s Lubdcation Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Ch6ck Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change...

  • Page 17: Brake Operation

    TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATION (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat stopping distance at high speed in highest...
  • Page 18 Adding or checking level of electrolyte SAE VISCOSITY GRADES not necessary. TO CLEAN BA'I-rERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to =leak" TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE power. 1. Remove terminal guard.

  • Page 19: In-Line Fuel Filter

    CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS ENGINE OIL FILTER To insure proper cooling, make sure the Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is grass screen, cooling fins, and other used more than 100 hours in one year. extemal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
  • Page 20 WARNING: TO AVOID SERCIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition key "STOP" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 21 Position front plate assembly between Suspensi°n front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between _=_-----_\\ Lift Link the plate and mower brackets. _Adjustment NOTE: To assist in locating hole in _Nut flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with...
  • Page 22 BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE Remove any dirt or grass clippings EQUAL IN LENGTH which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface. Disconnect R,H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley.
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC- 10.Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that they rotate freely. ONDARY) DRIVE BELT 11.Be sure spring is hooked in secondary Park the tractor on level surface. Engage idler arm and secondary spring arm. parking brake.
  • Page 24 TO ADJUST ATrACHMENT CLUTCH With parking brake "Engaged" The electric clutch should provide years Nut "A" of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required.
  • Page 25 BELT INSTALLATION TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT 1. Install new belt around engine pulley first, then around transaxle pulley and If steering wheel crossbars are not lastly into all the idler pulleys. horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove 2.

  • Page 26: Front Wheel

    TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES FRONT WHEEL CAMBER 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to The front wheel camber is not adjustable the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each on your tractor. If damage has occurred to battery(A-B), taking care not to short affect the front wheel camber, contact against tractor chassis.
  • Page 27 Hex Bolt ENGINE Terminal Keps Nut Access .:,... Maintenance, repair, or replacement Door the emission control devices and sys- tems, which are being done at the Positive customers expense, may be performed Terminal .: (Red) by any non-road engine repair establish- Cable ment or individual.
  • Page 28 FINAL SETTING Reassemble air cleaner. 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five Closed for Full minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
  • Page 29 experiance indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Lossofpower Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass,...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Remove obstruction. Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. Frozen idler pulley.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 SCHEMATIC oo l!l!ll BATTERY SOLENOID REGULATOR CP_RGING SYSTEM OUTPUT MP Dc I _°° PTO SWITCH HEADLIGHTS POSITION ClRCU_ C+G,B+H IGNITION SWITCH C+FIB+E_A+D RELAY REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 76033 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 175688...

  • Page 36: Chassisand Enclosures

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES 141_ 130_ • 36/_6 L "=e...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail, Frame RH 176018 Bracket Asm., Susp Chas.Rh Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2 175282 Drawbar,Gt 17490608 73680700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front 163976X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 GROUNDDRIVE 142_ 122\ ° 114" 11T_ _148 //145...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 GROUNDDRIVE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Fastener ChristmasTree ..Transaxle Hydro Gear 133835 Bracket Shift 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 141004 180642 Key 1/4 x 1/4 x 2-3/4 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear STD561210 Pin, Cotter 154739 LineFuel Hydro 15"VGT Cap AsmVent Hydro Gear 70109 140507...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 STEERING 1313...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Wheel, Steering 159944X429 Axle Asm., Front 178557 Fitting,Grease 6855M 161849 Spindle Asm, LH Spindle Asm., RH 161848 Bearing, RaoeTnmst Harden 6266H Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 1200(X}29 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 ENGINE 21/_ [SPARK ARRESTER KIT J KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 145006 Clip Engine (See Breakdown) KohlerModel No. CV674-75544 10010500 Washer Split Muffler 123487X ClampHose 149723 17490636 Screw [-r 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC 121361X Pulley V-Idler 17490664 Screw ]-t- 3/8-16 x 4 UNC 177748...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 SEAT ASSEMBLY ._-7 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 180166 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring,Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 145006 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12 Ga. Clip, Push In, Hinged STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc...

  • Page 44: Wheels And Tires

    177542 Decal Replacement Decal V-Belt Schem 149516 Decal BafteryDNGR/PSN 175291 ENGAsm 177415 Decal HoodSide Pnl 171702 Decal Hood RH Craftsman 178482 Decal Deck HVYDTY 171703 Decal Hood LH Craftsman 177375 Decal Dash Panel 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle 164065 Decal Insert Strg...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 LIFTASSEMBLY 35 73 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 110807X Nut, Special 180045 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 137150 Spring, Compression Inf Hgt 12000022 E-RingTruam #5133-87...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DeckWeldment Mower 48 174343 180359 Cover, Mandrel Deck 178915 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5,'8 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 137729 4939M RetainerSpdeg 180808 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 178624 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary Bar)
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 161122 Main Housing Assembly Ball Brg 6205-1 178317 R.H. Housing Assembly 169535 Seal l"ld X 2.0472" X 169522 Center Section Assembly 161157 0.375" 161125 Spacer Shaft, Axle 142932 Seal-Lip 161158...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER _m13 • CRANKCASEJ Sm%l...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CRANKCASE HEADNALVFJBREATHER KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, oil front 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Crankcase (Includes 2, 3) (USE: Miniblock 24 782 14) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I m '_r,--13 AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV674,TYPENUMBER75544 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/CHARGING KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 2-4) (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 24-10g-o1-s Nut, plastic (3) 18-S) 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16" M-403025-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM I < . OIL PAN I LUBRICATION 0--3 -- .-_ |j_l 10--_ ,2' ,_ _'16...

  • Page 55: Engine Controls

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 STARING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24°199-07-S M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange Pan, oil assembly _ncludes 2-10) M8x1.25x80 M-645025-S 25-098-08-S Starter, solenoid shift crew, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2) (Includes 4-7) M-631005-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 EXHAUST I ;RANKSHAFT J FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PAIn" 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 24-053-61 Carburetor assembly (For information only not PART available separately)
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
  • Page 60 For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anya_, day orr_Jt (U.SJ_ o dy) For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-R-yourself, call Sears PartsDirecP! 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.-11 p.m., 7days aweek...

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