Craftsman 917.272066 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.272066 Owner's Manual

16.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272066
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• 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
Soars Craftsman
Help Line
5 am- 5 pm, Mon. Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: Rules and instructions before 1-800-659-5917 operating this equipment. Soars Craftsman Help Line 5 am- 5 pm, Mon. Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TVMOYEAR 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow •...
  • Page 4 IlL CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragioaccidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence of chitdren. • Keep nuts and botts, especiaity blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this 3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS product, Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. _,NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES _ILTYPE SAE lOW30(aix_e 322F) • Read and observe the safety rules, '_API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below32 F) •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer I_(1) Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock washer 3/8 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Boot Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob...
  • 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Label tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Batter TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Door Operation section for location and function of controls) 1.
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you learn how to operate your (if previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See =TO ADJUST updght position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments 2.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature 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 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiadze yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Ammeter Lever...
  • Page 13 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 a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 • For best cutting performance, grass Attachment Clutch Lever Attachemnt over 6 inches in height should be =Engaged" mowed twice. Make the first cut Position_ Position relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Position Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position.
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT: When operating in NOTE: To protect hood from damage temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, when transporting your tractor on a truck clean winter grade gasoline to help or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and insure good cold weather starting. secured to tractor.
  • Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and IMPORTANT: Should your transmission above) require removal for service or replace- 7. When engine starts, move the throttle ment, it should be purged after reinstalla- control to the fast position. tion before operating the tractor. The attachments and ground drive 1.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWINGTIPS MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, • Mower should be propedy leveled for keep mower housing free of built-up best mowing performance. See "TO grass and trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this the grass clippings many times and manual.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL LNDATES AS YOU COMPLET_ REGULAR SERVICE ERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check _rePre=ure Check Otoemlo_ P resm_ce a_d R _c_ forL_ose F a_Drs Shaq_elVRepia(_ Mower Blades T Lubr_on Ch_ 0 Ch=_S=_"YL" CieenBsttefy andTBr'min_ls Chec_ Tmnsaxle Coolklg Adju_ Metk_ Drk,e Belt(s) Tanslen CheekEngine O il Level C_=ng,= Eng_Oil...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rutes 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 (8) feet shown.
  • Page 20 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BATTERY The transaxle was sealed at the factory Yourtractor has a battery charging system and fluid maintenance is not required for which is sufficientfor normal use. How- the life of the trancaxle. Should the ever, periodic charging of the battery with transaxle ever leak or require servicing, an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for 3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the 4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. tube.
  • Page 22 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER ENGINE OIL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once Replace the engine oil filter every season each season. If fuel filter becomes or every other oil change if the tractor is clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- used more than 100 hours in one year.
  • Page 23 _CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 24 SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. • Raise mower to its highest position. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, equal number of turns.
  • Page 25 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and BELT INSTALLATION - clutching Idler. 4. Install new belt in reverse order of 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. removal. Carefully remove belt upwards from 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves transmission input pulley and over and inside all belt guides.
  • Page 26 2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep. 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Start engine and test. 5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. MotionControl Nsulral Lock Gate Lever (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK...
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- REPLACING BA'I'FERY SEMBLY ,_CAUTION: Do not short battery 1. Raise hood. terminals by allowing a wrench or any 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. other object to contact both terminals at 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at the same time.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATIONTEST - The carburetorhas been preset at the facto_ 6. Move throttlecontrol lever from slow to and adjustment shouldnot be necessary. fastpesilton.If engine hesitates or dies, However, minor a_ustrnsnt may be required turn kJefuela_usting needle out to compensate for differences in fuel, (eeunterd_) 1/8 tom.
  • Page 29 Also, expedance 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 which leads to separation and formation more.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Fill fuel tank. t. Out of fuel. Willnotstart 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes before 3. Engine flooded. attempting to start, 4, Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORREC_ON )ROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves LOSSof power and trash under mower. housing. continued) 4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6.
  • Page 32 'ROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Place throttle control in 1. Engine speed too slow. Poor grass "FAST" position. discharge 2. Travel speed ton fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before 3. Wet grass. mowing. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 SCHEMATIC B_- "_-_/_/!_ _ - -- _°...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272066 ELECTRICAL ! ..
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 uric x 3/4 156417 Case, Botte W Mech Hinge 161343 Switch, interlock N OpWN Opn 175688 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o272066 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 17960612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3,'4 155272 Bumper HoodJDash 168337X013 D_sh STD533710 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip Tinner man Grille p/t_ 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 GROUND DRIVE ._" " " _202 ,../" . 1641...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Trap.saxle (See Breakdown) $1_551143 Washer HydroGr314-0510 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 165868 Rod Shill Fender Adjusl 134683 Keeper Belt Engine STD561210 PlnCofter 1/8xl 169183 StrapTorqueLhHydro 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Hetical 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro Bott Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169830 Sptndte Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, RaCe, Ti_rust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27132 x 1-1/4 x 15 Gauge 1200_029 Ring, Kllg...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 ENGtNE ---- .YL_ .÷ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170548 Cordrol, ThrotUe 17720410 Screw, Hex Hea,d, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5_ ..Engine, (See Bmak.dovm) KohJerModel No. CV460-26509 174667 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket Kohler 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy S']D551237 Washer 169837 Shield Brn_br Guard...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.272066 SEAT A SSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bo_t, Can'lage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bo_t 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156811 Decal, Oper. Instr. 177336 Decal, Lower Dash 177368 Decal, HP Engine 160396 Deck, V-Belt Schematic 171698 Decal, Hood, R.H. 138047 Decal, Batte W Diehard 171699 Decal, Hood, LH. 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 171763 Decal Hood Replacement...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY pART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 She5 Assembly, I.llt 10o-767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Gdp, Haedle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 MOWERDECK 01167 147 14 >21...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assemely, 42 _ 141043 Guard, TUV Idler $1D533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144959 V-Bell Fro_ 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/6-16 Mulcher Cover 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 35/42"...
  • Page 50 120_ , ,11 oZ¢...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170_51 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 142883 Brake Puck 170_52 Side Housing, Assembly 142881 puck Plate 17G353 Center Sectlcn, Assembly 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 170354...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460,TYPE NUMBER26509 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV460, TYPE NUMBER26509 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 25-351-O1-S Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-O3-S Seal, crankshaft 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinderhead (Includes Block, cylinder 3-17, Gasketa 12 041 01-S _tJse Short Block 12 522 50 (Qty.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV460,TYPE NUMBER 26509 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES AIR INTAKE J...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.272066 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460,TYPE NUMBER 26509 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-O86-14-S Screw, hex. flange M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M10x1.Sx46 M5x0.8xlO (4) 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4" 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 12-146-07-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV460,TYPE NUMBER26509 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS ,, % /\, f r,, :l-- OIL PAN I LUBRICATION...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV460,TYPE NUMBER26509 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke MSx1.25x70 12-237-01-S Clamp. cable 25-O98-04-S Starter assembly 24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange (Includes 3-8) M-664020-S Screw, lobed socket 12-755-39-S Kit, drive end M6xl.0x20...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV460,TYPE NUMBER 26509 CRANKSHAFT FUELSYSTEM...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272066 KOHLERENG|NE-MODELNUMBER CV460,TYPE NUMBER 26509 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM KEY pART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-O14-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 25-13g-27-S Plug, cup X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" M-629116-S Stud M6xl.0X116 12-653-115-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket EXHAUST (Includes 5,6,7 qty 1) 12-041-02-S...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or |oss of control.
  • Page 64 Forrepairof majorbrandappliances in your own home... no matterwho made it,no matterwho soldit] 1-800-4-MY-HOME Any,rne, day _'-r_it (1..800.469-4663) (U.S.A. andCanada ,,_ww.seaxs.com _NW._alll,Ca For repair of cany-inproducts likevacuums,la_ equipment, a nd electronics, callfor thenearestSears Parts and RepairCenter. 1-900-488-1222 h_rne, dayorright (U.S.A. only) ww,N.se_ts,com Forthereplacement parts,accessories and owner'smanuals thatyou need todo-it-yourself, callSears PartsDirect'_l...

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