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Craftsman 917.272234 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
2O HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272234
• 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 pro, 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 pro, Mon - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... 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 material or workmanship.

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    MPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in serious injury or death. II. SLOPE OPERATION I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, end follow all Slopes are a major factorrelated to loss-of- instructionsin the manual end on the control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed Ill. CHILDREN area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator • Keep nuts and botts, especially blade is not alert to the presence of children. attachment bolts, tight and keep Children are often attracted to the equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so ACAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specificationsof the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    REPAIR AGREEMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this ASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears =,PAClTY UNLEADED store for details. _JDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONS|B|LITIES ILTYPE SAE 10W30(above32°F) ,PI-SF-SJ): SAE5Wo30(below32°F) • Read and observe the safety rules. •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Insert Seat Mower i(5) Retainer Springs (double loop) (1)Front Plate (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 (1) Knob t'_ Gauge ',2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (4) Adjusting (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Retainer Springs (4) Wheels ,_double Ioopj...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    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: Operation

    TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large Operation section for location and slotted hole in pan. function of controls) 4. Push down on seat to engage _WARNING: Before starting, read shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat...
  • Page 10 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT Be suretractorison levelsurfaceand mower suspensionarms ere raisedwith attachment liftcontrol. Engage parkingbrake. Shoulder Adjusting 1. Cut and remove ties securing anti- Bolt sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. 2. Slide mower under tractor with Wheel_ deflector shield to right side of tractor.
  • Page 11 I/CHECKLIST NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with Before you operate and enjoy your new notch on head of pin. If necessary, move tractor, we wish to assure that you receive mower side-to-side to give space the best performance and satisfaction between plate and mower brackets.
  • Page 12 These symbolsmay appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENO,NEO. ENO,NEOFP O,LPnESSUaE L.G.TaON O%_MP [ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWERLIF LOCKED ®5I r_'l R N H L ATTACHMENT...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRAC'rOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING 'YOUR TR,a.CTOR Compare the i_ustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, tt Switch Position Ammeter Hourmeter Attachment...
  • Page 14 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 15 The cutting height range i s approxi- TO OPERATE MOWER mateiy 1-1/2 t o 4".The heights are Your tractor is equipped with an operator measured from the ground totheblade presence sensing switch. Any attempt by tipwith the engine notrunning. These the operator to leave the seat with the heights areapproximate and may vary...
  • Page 16 NOTE: To protect hood f rom damage _LWARNING: Experience indicates that when t ransporting your t ractor onatruck alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or oratrailer, besure hood isclosed a nd using ethanol or methanol) can attract secured totractor. Use anappropriate moisture which leads to separation and means oftying hood totractor (rope, cord, formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 17 • The attachments and ground drive can • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and discharge away from shrubs, fences, allow it to warm up for one minute driveways, etc.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AS YOU COMPLETE R.__ _.'_R._-_9, _'_SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operatio_ Check Pressure Check Operelor Pre_ aP, d Inledock Systems Check lot Lco,e Fast ..V*_, V" SharpelVRe place Mowor Bla_s Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean BatUery Terminals Check Transexle Cooling...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR 2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter- clockwise. Always observe safety rules when 3. Install new or resharpened blade with performing any maintenance. stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck BRAKE OPERATION and mandrel assembly. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, stopping distance at high speed in center hole in blade must align with star...
  • Page 20 BATTERY Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the Yourtractor has a battery charging system tractor is not used for 50 hours in one which is sufficientfor normal use. How- year. ever, periodic charging of the battery with Check the crankcase oil level before...
  • Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Foam chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and Rubber stubborn dried gum fibers. Seal Knob CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS :artridge To insure proper cooling, make sure the Plate...

  • Page 22: Service And Adjustments

    CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6.
  • Page 23 BottomEdge of BottomEdge of Mower to Ground Mower to Ground BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH Suspension LiftLink Adjustment FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side.
  • Page 24 14.Carefully roll b elt i ntoupper groove o f 12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See R.H. m andrel pulley. "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual). 15.Carefu_ty check bert routing making 13,Reassemble mower drive belt (See sure belt is in the grooves correctly.
  • Page 25 Gearshift Lever TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractoron level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installationguide decal on bottom side of left footrest. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2.
  • Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. Remove terminal guard. BA'rTERY 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then _,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries RED battery cable and carefully generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, remove battery from tractor. flame and smoking materials away from 4.
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL Idle Fuel Adjusting idle Speed ASSEMBLY Needle Adjusting Screw 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at Throttle sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of Control tractor.
  • Page 28 FINAL SETFING - TO ADJUST CARBURETOR 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five The carburetor has been present at the minutes. Make final adjustments with factory and adjustment should not be engine running and shift/motion necessary. However, minor adjustment control lever in neutral (N) position.

  • Page 29: Storage

    Also, expedance indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractorfor blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) san attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART =ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start Out of fuel. 2. See "1"OSTART ENGIN E" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART _'ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION .oss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1, Set in =Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position, 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction, not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley• 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 SCHEMATIC BATTERy AMMETER (OPTIONAL} IGNITI )N _ PTO SWITCH HEAD-LIGHTS POSmON IoFF C+G,B.H CIRCU_ ÷F_B÷E,A+D G F C IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

  • Page 34: Repair Parts

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 175158 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 145491 Cable, Ground 160784 Switch, Seat 175442 Switch, Ignition 175447 Key, Molded, Craftsman 178452 Harness, Ignition 154336 Cover Terminal 177500 Ammeter 177501 Hourmetar Snap-In 178461 Switch Pro 3 Pdt Red Delta 17490508...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917,272234 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 142 60...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw, 3/8o16 x 3/4 172542X418 Dash $3"D533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 172540X615 Hood LTX 126938X Bumper Hood...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.272234 GROUND DRIVE 26 27...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..T_ansaxle (See Breakdown) 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive Peerless 206-545C 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 1235O6X Pulley, Transaxle 123533X Cover, Pedal 12OOOO28 Ring, Retainer...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 STEERINGASSEMBLY ,Lo._____ ', , ---n..= '.?-:::)...::::.."...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 175139X418 Steenng Wheel 172393 Axle Assembly Cast Iron 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H, 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Draglink 10040600...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272234 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 175439X505 Control, Throttle 137180 Kit, Spark An'ester ..Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler 157103 Tank Fuel Model Number CV624-65578 161696 CapAsmFuel 149723 Muffler 123487X...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 LIFT ASSEMBLY ° PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 176263 Plunger Assembly 176205 Bearing, Pvt. Lift Spherical 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 175994 Nut, Lift Link 7/16-20 178981 Pin, Groove 155097 Pointer Height Indicator 120CO002 E-Ring 123935X Plug Hole 19211621 17060516 Screw 5/16-18 x 1...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 71110616 Bolt 123740X Spring 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga, 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Gr.
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 DECALS KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 177888 Decal, Hood Name Pie. 138047 Decal, Batter/Diehard 177249 Decal, Replacement Parts 177913 Cecal, Panel Side 177909 Decal, Hood, R.H. 177918 Decal, BlowerHousing 177910 Decal, Hood, L.H. 149516 DecaJ, Batter/Dngr/Psn 156368 Decal, Fender STLT Opr Inst...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 917.272234 MOWER DECK 91 80 29 2...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174348 DeckWeldment Mower 48 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 156986X431 Bar Pnt Adj, 4939M Retainer Spring 156941 Pin Head Rivet 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway Bar) 19131312 Washor 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 174365...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C o --71B...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C PART I<_=Y PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780066A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792085,% Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624, TYPE NUMBER65578 _.n,.,_ "_ .
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578 HEADNALV_BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front (Includes 2-4) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24 752 24) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624, TYPE NUMBER65578 IGNITION/ELECTRIC AL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I D'alluma(ze ou ElectriQue Habitation de souffleur et D_calentl...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.272234 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen (Includes 2- 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Incl. 2-4) 4,and 24 113 18-S) 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3) M-403025-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624, TYPE NUMBER65578 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTINGSYSTEM I Ddmarrant Svst_me_ Moteur Contr_le .__I I _° _ ,,,_:, OIL PAN ! LUBRICATION I De L'Hulle Pan Lubriflcatlon .T I 6" O1°' ,._0...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.272234 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV524, TYPE NUMBER 65576 OIL PAN/LU BRICATION STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24.199.07-S Pan. oil assembly M-839080-S Screw hex. flange (thcludes 2-_.0_ MSxl.25xSO M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange 25-098-08-S Starter, solenoid shift M6xl.OX25 assembly...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578 Vilebrequin CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST Echa;)Dement FUEL SYSTEM Fuel Svst_me...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272234 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, "P/PE NUMBER 65578 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 24-014-42-S Ctanksha_ (Includes 2) 24-853-25-S (Includes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Ptug, cup 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly (For information only not available EXHAUST...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or Joss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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