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Craftsman 917.272262 Owner's Manual

25.0 hp electric start 48" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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25.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272262
• 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, Mort- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am- 5 pm, Mort- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordaring ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR 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 matedal or workmanship.
  • Page 3 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. II. SLOPE OPERATION I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re-...
  • Page 4 IlL CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presenca of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so _CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in that you will not have to stop or shift neutral, you may lose control of the while on the slope. tractor. • Avoid startingor stopping on a slope. If _CAUTION: Tow only the attachments tires lose traction, disengage the...

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this ;ASOLINE 3.5GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears ;APACITY UNLEADED store for details. _NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES :_ILTYPE SAE 30 • Read and observe the safety rules. (ABOVE 32°F) • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- I_API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 ing, caring for and using your tractor.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Seat (1) w_ 17/32 x 1-3/16x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Mower Retainer Springs (2)Flanged j_O (1)FrontPlate _" (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels (4)Retainer Springs _,---_ __(double loop) (4) Clevis Pins w (4)gc ;ut '_/(4)Wheels (4)Washers _."_"/_/...
  • 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.
  • Page 9 4. Push down o nseat toengage 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps shoulder bolt i nslot a ndpull s eat have been completed. towards rear o ftractor. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel 5. Pivot seat a nd pan forward and tank with gasoline.
  • Page 10 TOATTACH N OSE ROLLER 6. Install bell into electric clutch pulley 1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 groove. gauge w ashers, 7. Place the suspension arms on and nose roller outward pointing deck pins. Retain between deck mounting brackets as with double loop retainer spring with shown.
  • Page 11 _CHECKLIST CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflated BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY at the factory for shipping purposes. YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO Correct tire pressure is important for hast ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST cutting performance.
  • Page 12 These s ymbols may appear onyour t ractor orinliterature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT MOWERLI_ FUEL CHOKE MOWERHEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES B EFORE OPERATING YOUR T RACTOR Compare theillustrations with your t ractor tofamiliadze yourself with thelocations of various controls and adjustments. Save thismanual forfuture reference. Hourmeter Light Switch position Ignition Attachment Clutch Switch Switch Ammeter DrivePedal...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which con result in severe eye damage• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performng any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 TO STOP MOWER BLADES - The cutting height range is approxi- disenqaqe attachment clutch control. mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are _CA[J'I'ION: Do not operate the mower measured from the ground to the blade without either the entire grass catcher, on tip with the engine not running.
  • Page 16 TOWING C ARTS A ND OTHER A 'rrACH- _,CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank MENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Tow only theattachments that spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your TO START ENGINE...
  • Page 17 AUTOMATIC TRANS MISSION WARM UP 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position Before ddvinq the unit in cold weather, (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section the transmission should be warmed up as follows: of manual). 7, Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. 1.
  • Page 18 1 . C_ar_ e mc_l ot_m ,*_eh _lrlUllg un#_r i hell_ k:ed or I_ h_h iml:_nt _m+Murls. 5 • H 1_41d Wllh W:_SlII_I systll_. 2.5w-.k: oitm _ of_m[_g in _y o_dusk/cand_ns+ 6 * Not re_ired if **_lr, F_ Wl_ ma,_nt J m=n_c-ftee b_aty. ?.
  • Page 19 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. Reassemble box bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 20 BATTERY TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID Your tractor hasabattery charging system The transaxle was sealed at the factory which i ssufficient fornormal use.How- and fluid maintenance is not required for ever, periodio charging ofthebattery with the life of the transaxle. Should the anautomotive charger willextend its life.
  • Page 21 6. Remove thedrain tube AIR FILTER and replace the cap onto to the end of the drain Your engine will not run properly using a valve. dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner 7, Refill engine with oil through oil fill after every 25 hours of operation or every dipsticktube.
  • Page 22 MUFFLER CLEANING Inspect andreplace corroded muffler and • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. spark a rrester (ifequipped) asitcould of all foreign matter. create a fire hazard and/or damage. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free SPARK PLUGS of all gasoline, oil, etc. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of •...
  • Page 23 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1.Depress brake p edal fullyand setparking brake. 2.Race attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 3. Tum ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5.

  • Page 24: Assembly

    • Before making any necessary adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. on level ground or driveway. Make sure • If links are not equal in length, adjust tires are propedy inflated (See =PROD- one link to same length as other link.
  • Page 25 5. Remove any dirtorgrass c lippings 4. Carefully roll bolt off L.H. mandrel which may have accumulated pulley. around 5. Remove belt from center mandrel mandrels and entire upper deck surface. pulley, idler pulley, and R,H. mandrel pulley. 6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from 6.
  • Page 26 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping MENT distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still Should your transmission require greater than six (6) feet in highest removal for service or replacement, it gear, further maintenance Is neces- should be purged after reinstallation and sary.
  • Page 27 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK RED battery cable and carefully BA'n'ERY remove battery from tractor. _,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries 4. Install new battery with terminals in generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, same position as old battery. flame and smoking materials away from 5.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for ctor...

  • Page 29: Storage

    Immediately prepare your t ractor for expedanca indicates that alcohol storage attheend oftheseason orifthe blended fuels (called gasohol or using tractor will n otbeused for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more. which leads to separation and formation _CAUTION: Never store the trector with of acids during storage.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION _ROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel, I. Fill fuel tank, 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before 3. Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4, Bad spark plug.
  • Page 31 ROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. housing. (continued) 4. Dirtyair filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. =FAST" position. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 SCHEMATIC BATTERY HEAD- UGHTS PTO _;WITCH OFt" _ ÷ G_B-;l-I P°smc_ aRcwr _ cN z c÷_,.+_,,,...o G FC CONNECTIONS CONNECTION8 WIRING INSULATEO CLIPS REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE NOTI_I IF WIRING INSUL&TED CLIP8 WERE REMOVED SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY _HOULD BE F_EPLAOEG TO PROPERLY _ECU RE YOUR WIRING.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.272262 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 ELECTRICAL KEY pART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 163465 Be, t tery 74760412 Boit, Hex I/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Boh, Btr Fmr_ 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Pu6h Nylon Battery FrOnt 1/4 153664 Switch Intedc_l<...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Dmwhar 17060612 Screw, 318-16 x 3/4 172542X418 Dash t 74996 Panel, Dash, LH 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH 174906(_ Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 172540X615 Hood Assembly 12693_X BumperHood...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 GROUND DRIVE ,._._32...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ..Trar-,_axle(See Breakdown) 12000001 E-PJng Hydro gear Model 323-0510 12O583X Key, Square 174367 Clutch Elec 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 744_0544 Bo;t Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 175139X418 Steedng Wheel 17239G Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Rime, T_rust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/3_ x 1+5/8 x 16 Gauge 12000829 RIng, Klip 175121 Dra_ink S'1_551137 Washer, Lock...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Armster...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 175437X505 Control, Tilroffie 164863 Screw Hwhd H.-Lo #13015 x 3/4 ..Engine, (See Breakdown) B&S Model Number 445777-0154-E1 Muffler 149723 159955 Pipe Exhaust Lh 160589 Pipe Exhaust Rh 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 162797X431 Shield Heat...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 9 17,272262 SEAT A SSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat 72_412 Botl, Cardage 11420 x 1.1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivo(, Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 71110616 Bolt 123740X Spring 19131610 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge...
  • Page 45 Decal, Hood, R.H. 149516 Decal, Battely DngdPsn Eng 177910 Decal, Hood, LH+ 177889 Decal, Gdlle 178989 Relector RH Decal, Seat Craftsman LTX 174970 1_644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 177955 Decal, Fender Oper Cruise 177975 DeCal, Dash Lwr 178455 Decal, Deck Caution...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 LIFTASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 176263 Plunger As_mmbly 159476 She# Assembly, Lift 178981 Pin, Groove 1L:_0000_ E-PJUg 192111_1 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge t 20183x Beadng, Nylon 175830 Gdp, Handle, Fluted 175370 Link, Lift, LH. 175371 Link, Lift, R.H.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 MOWERDECK KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174348 Deck Weldment Mower 48 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 72140608 Bdlt Rdhd Sqnk 3/6-16 x 1 493gM RetaJnm Spdng 155986 Bar Pnt Adj. Pin Head Rivet 130832 Arm, Su_pendlon, Rear (Swey Bar)
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  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 HYDROGEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODELNUMBER 323-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 17{)413 Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/15-24-Ribbed 170_52 Slad Housing, Assembly 178782 Arm, Brake 170353 Cente_ Sectior_, Assembly 170415 Slottad Hex Nut 5/16-24 170354...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272262 BRIGGS &STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 51A_ 654 m 1027_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 BRIGGS& STRA'I'I'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 211_ 41_J_ I 383_ 337_ 22_50 240J_r 635_ 914 _ 389.. _788 1251 11691 1"--6011 387_1_'- 628" 163_ 419 _ l_S¢ln_'g 9180 ,21 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KFF :1__ 117- 552A@ 552G 742--816LJ...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272262 BRIGGS & STRATI"ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 729 _ 363 _ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 20_ 8._-- 78351_ 276_I_ slA_-'_ eBe_ 9_1_ 8420 691 6 5240...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - oMODEL NUMBER 917.272262 BRIGGS & STRATI'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 694001 Cylinder Assembly 690993 Valve-Throttle 499585 Bushino,/Seal Kit 499805 Kit-Throffie Shaft 391086 • SeaJ-Ol_l (Magneto Side) 499806 Float-Carburetor 690069 Sum_p-tEngine 499803 TublvFuet Transfer 693998 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder1) 690994 O1 Gashet-Roat Bowl 893999...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272262 BRIGGS &STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 KEY PART KEY pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner 690968 .+ Seal-Vaive 691064 Altemator 399916 Wire/Connector-Attemator 691185 Regulator 690970 .+ Gasket-Exhaust 691029 Nut (Govemor Control Lever) 690960 Screw(Rocker Ann Cover) 497606...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE Operate your Tractor up end down the face of slopes (not Ai, Jk greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 Forrepairofcan'y-in products likevacuums,lawn equipment, a nd electronics, callfor the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 ,_'ne, day orrighqU.SA o r_ tM_w._ears.com Forthereplacement p arts,accassodesand owner'smanuals thatyou needto do-it-yourself, callSears PartsDirectS'! 1-800-366-PART 6 &m.- 11 p.m., 7 days aweek (1.8oe-366-7278) (u.s_ _ly) __tect To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement...