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Craftsman 917.272260 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.272260 Owner's Manual

25.0 hp electric start 48" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRN'I
25.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272260
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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This product has a low emission engine which operates differently
III I III
fi'om previously
built engines.
Before you start the engine
read
and understandthis Owner's Manual,
! i
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, Mon - 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, Mon - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMi=ORTANT: Th s cutting mach ne s capab e of amputating hands and feet and throwing obiects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- •...
  • Page 4 Ill. CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5 • _lse slow speed. Choose a low gear so _kCAUTION: 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 starting or stopping on a slope. If _CAUTION: Tow only the attachments tires lose traction, disengage the...

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT S PECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is availal_e on _k_ 3ASOLINE 3.5GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. _,NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SAE 30 _tLTYPE • Read and observe the safety rules. (ABOVE 32°F) •...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steenng Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x I-3/16 x 12 Gauge 8(1) Knob (5) Retainer Spdngs Mower (1)Front Plate (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) Assembly Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar (4_ R_tainarSprings (_3p %_l_oub,e,oop> <I ev,s,ns _(4) Wheels (4) Washers _"J)
  • 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 1. Be sure all the above assembly steps 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat have been completed. •towards rear of tractor. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. 5.
  • Page 10 TO A'rFACH NOSE ROLLER 6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. 1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 7. Place the suspension arms'on gauge washers, and nose roller outward pointing deck pins. Retain between deck mounting brackets as with double loop retainer spring with shown.
  • Page 11 I/CHECKLIST CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY at the factory for shipping purposes. YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO Correct tire pressure is important for best ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST cutting performance.
  • Page 12 These symbols m ay appear onyourtractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. A, = BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...

  • Page 13: Operation

    KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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. Hourmeter Light Switch Position Ign_on Attachment Clutch Switch SwiSh...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into th_"_ eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safet'j glassec or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 TO STOP MOWER BLADES - cutting height range is approxi- disengage attachment clutch control. mately 1-!/2 to 4". The heights are _CAUTION: 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 CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- _CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank MENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store', _pill or'lJtse Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with gasoline near an open flame.
  • Page 17 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position Before driving 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: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES CheCk Brake Opera6on CheCk Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and InterlOCk Systems I_ / CheCk for LOOSe Fasteners Sharpen_Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Batte_J Level Clean Battery and Ter mlnels Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) TenSion Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    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 hex 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 has a battery charging system The transaxle was sealed at the factory which is sufficient for normal use. How- and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 AIR FILTER Remove the drain tube 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 dipstick tube.
  • Page 22 MUFFLER CLEANING Inspect andreplace c orroded m uffler • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could of all foreign matter. create a fire hazard and/or damage. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free SPARK PLUGS of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 CAUTION: BEFORE P ERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fullyandsetparking b rake. 2. Place a ttachment clutchin "DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition kay "OFF" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5.
  • Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. on Jevel ground or driveway. Make sure • If links are not equal in length, adjust tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- one link to same length as other link.
  • Page 25 4. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel 5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around pulley. 5. Remove belt from center mandrel • mandrels end entire upper deck surface• pulley, idler pulley, and R.H. mandrel 6. Disconnect R.H.
  • Page 26 4. Road test t ractor f orproper stopping TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- distance asstated above. R eadjust if MENT necessary, g stopping distance is still Should your transmission require greater thansix(6)feetinhighest removal for service or replacement, it gear, f urther m aintenance is neces- should be purged after reinstallation and sary.
  • Page 27 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then BA'n'ERY RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. A, 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 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to Hood suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. • _i Headlight Wire Connector High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result.
  • Page 29 Irr;mediately prepare your tractor for experiance indicates that alcohol storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Fill fuel tank. will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Replace spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 3. Ctean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Lo'_s of power and trash under mower. housing. continued) 4. Clean/replace air filter. 4. Dirty airfilter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil leveVchange oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST" position. 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 917.272260 SCHEMATIC STARTER AMMETER FUSE BJ_K ..L ..CLUTCH / BRAKE .." (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED} ELECTRIC CLUTCH L ..86 _ FUEL] m.UE LINE ! OPERATOR PRESENCE SPARK PLUG IGNITION UNIT (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bo_t, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bo_t, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Intedock Push-In 175449 Harness, Light...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 CHASSIS ANDENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4 172542.'<418 Dash 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 1752.56X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 172540X615 Hood Asseml_y 126938X Bumper Hood 156437...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 12000001 E-Ring Hydro gear Model 323/0510 123583X Key, Square 174367 Clutch Elec 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 7449(_44 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 174901X418 Console, Shift 73800500...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 STEERING ASSEMBLY • • o - _;__22_-2"...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 175139X418 SteedngWheel 172393 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Draglink STD551137...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 175437)(505 Control, Throgle ..Engine, (See Breakdown) B&S Model Number 4457T/-O154-E1 149723 Muffler 159955 Pipe Exhaust Lh 160589 Pipe Exhaust Rh 138129 Cla/np 171877 Bo_t 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 162797X431 Shield Heat 165391 Gasket (See Engine Breakdown)
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/9 146551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 71110616 Bolt 123740X Spring 19131610 Washer 13/32xlx10Gauge 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4Grade5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 124238X...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 177888 Decal, Hood/Seat 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn En D 174969 Reflector L.H. 177859 DecaL, Gdile 177909 Decal, Hood, R.H. 174970 Reflector RH 177910 Decal, Hood, L.H. 177955 Decal, Fender Oper Cruise 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 178455...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 176263 PlungerAssembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 138284 Pin, Groove 12OOOOO2 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted 175370 Link, Uft, L.H. 175371 Unk, Lift, R.H.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.272260 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174348 Deck Weldment Mower 48 72140608 Bott Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1 138017 Bracket Asrn., Sway Bar 155986 Bar Pnt Adj. 4939M Retainer Spdng 156941 Pin Head Rivet 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 19131312...
  • Page 50 <= =>.., r- m :E,- _"n 6-Sealant (Joint d' etar_Cheite) 57-20W50 Oil - 78.80Z {OZ de 78.820 d' HuJle) _27 - Seal and O-r_g Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510 KEY" PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17CG51 Main Housing, Assembly 170413 Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 178782 Arm, Brake 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170354...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.272260 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 4457TI TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 40_° _ " ,o22h 1829 1822% -'_-_ ][-I ° ,188 +i:_++._, 81(; 1 _ 708_,_ 1180_9_ % 211_ 101.1,.0223,._1822,_ "03_ 1023AI _ 914_++ , + 8_++,_ 1251 1169_ 7677+ 62+...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 332_ _877 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 363_ 3s8 E .G,.E G ASKET 163_ 2760 51A_ 868_ 943(_ 842_ 691 _ 524_...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 694001 Cylinder Assembly 690993 Valve-Throttle 499585 Bushing/Seal 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft 391086 • Seal-Oil(Magneto Side) 499806 Float-Carburetor 690069 Sump-Engine 499803 Tube-FueITransfer 693998 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 690994 O:_ Gasket-Float Bowl...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272260 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner 690968 o+ Seal-Valve 691064 Alternator 399916 Wira/Connector-AIternator 691185 Regulator 690970 o+ Gasket-Exhaust 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 690969 Screw (Rocker Arm Cover) 497606 Drive-Starter...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL a SiG_l_" "- ...cu_ GUIDE T/,I_- s 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never acrossthe face.
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repairof major brandappliancesIn your own home.., no matter who made it no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ Anylime, day ornigh= (1-80G469-4663) (U.SA and Canada) ,/P/_,$eal_.conl WWW,I_QI_LCa products For repairofcarry-in l ikevacuums,lawnequipment,and eleckonics,callfor the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center.