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Owner's Manual
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22.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model Nol
917_?.73_121
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• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and followall
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
Por 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
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- Page 1 Por answers to your questions about this product,Call: Read and followall 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...
- Page 2 Parts Ordering ....... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,...
- Page 3 , Tum off blades when not mowing. • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by puttingyour foot on the ground. , Stop .engine_before removing grass catcher or uncloggingchute. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. , Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
- Page 4 • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Never make adjustments or repairs with Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves,and the engine running. use extra caution when servicingthem. • Grass catcher components are subject • Check brake operationfrequently. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Adjust and service as required.
- Page 5 A spark CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase arrester for the muffler is available through of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been your nearest Sears Authorized Service designed, engineered and manufactured Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of to give you the best possible dependability this manual).
- Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge #10 x 5/8 (2) Screws (3) R_tainer Springs (2) Weld (Double Loop) Nuts (4) Retainer Springs (2) Washers (Single Loop) 3/16 x 314 x 16 Gauge...
- Page 7 ILwJL_ Parts Bag contents not shown full size Parts packet separately in carton (2) Keys Seat V'_deo Cassette (2) Latch Hook Assemblies (2) Front Link Assemblies Steering Wheel Steering Mulcher Wheel Insert Steering Plate Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension Manual Parts Bag Slope Sheet (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Wheels...
- 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 |l_lf/. _u_mil _aOIO • V_lmaPlDIk II'llltdP"_Vll kID| i_vnn't. • oat ul.h • • ia, m_'um_'Vla oma,o The tires on your tractor were overinflated CHECK BATTERY (See Rg. 2) at the factory for shipping purposes. • Lift hood to raised position. Correct tire pressure is important for best •...
- Page 10 P'lace me suspension arms on inward II_ID I,l_tn-I-- IVI_,/Vvc, /.tl_lU I.)rllV le- Dr'l--I pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock Be sure tractor is on level surface and and raise front of mower to align deck mower suspension arms are raised with pins with the holes in suspension arms.
- Page 11 IF" _|-I[::: _,J'IILI--I_ • |_l_u/ | n_. IQ-_IIIUiQ VVDl_J l|Uk IGtk_ll hook by inserting weld nut from the:top Please review the following chec.ld_t with hook pointing down. Tighten hard- ,/" All assembly instructions have been ware securely. completed. • Raise-and hold deflector shield in up- / No remaining loose parts in carton.
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. • Le_m and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
- Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE°OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare theJllustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ught Switch Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Switch Throttle C ontrol...
- Page 14 eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or ;--- -repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.
- Page 15 1-112"to ment clutch control. 4_1/2". The I_eights are mea- • TO STOP MOWER BLADES' disen- sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ge attachment clutch control. approximate and may vary depending AUTION: Do not operate the mower upon s0tl conditions, height of grass and...
- Page 16 me engine and lanK, s[ar[ LJI_LIIi LIIU it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are above procedure. empty; Use fresh fuel next season. See NOTE: To protecthood from damage Storage Instructions for additional when transporting your tractor on a truck information.
- Page 17 =Mr'UM =_ =: onouJo your transm_ss=on k,.F'kJl_L/ VVF./"_I I"11-1"1 _ I/',,_M I il_lk.1 _,_}U" t-'/'_!_11,,./ require removeal for service or replace- BELOW) "- ment, it should be purged after reinstalla- • When engine starts, slowly push choke tion before operating the tractor. control in until the engine begins to run •...
- Page 18 - _vu,u cu[ung your lawn when it is wet. used for trimming. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have best time to mow your lawn is the early the_ut area to the right of the tractor.
- Page 19 _USTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE f_.,,,,"/_._"_"_._"/_,_"SERVICE DATES CheckTire_ Check OperatorPresence and InterlockSystems Check for LooseFastenem Sharpen/ReplaceMower Blades Lubdcatk_ Chart I_ 4 Check Battenj Level Clean BatteryandTerminals/Recharge Check Tra,_ Coo_ AdjustBlade Belt(s)Tension AdjustMotionDrive Belt(s)Tension I/Is Check _OiI-Level Change EngineOil I_t2,3 Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen...
- Page 20 torque). Always observe safety rules when per- IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat forming any maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERATION Trailing Star If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Blade stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See =TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
- Page 21 _nange me Oll alter every bo hours ol I U LsLr-/-_l_l D/_I I El"tT /-_l_lU I F-I-tMII_I/AL,_ Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- operation or at least once a year ifthe minals can cause the battery to =leak" tractor is not used for 50 hours in one power.
- Page 22 IJULf_r--/t.,VULII'It.=/._rtr__ Nu, ,-: uo no[ wasn me paper cartridge t,,,l_r_./,_l_ll/,tin i1_11 To insure,proper cooling, make sure the or use pressurized air, as this will damage grass screen, cooling fins, and other the cartridge. extemal surfaces of the engine are kept •...
- Page 23 vve oo no[ recommeno using a garoen _LI:ANIN_ hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- , Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- of all foreign matter. tor are covered to keep water out, Water , Keep finished surfaces and wheels free in engine can result in a shortened engine of all gasoline, oil, etc.
- Page 24 DUlUrU making any necessary aajust- " 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 properly inflated (See "PROD- one link to same length as other link.
- Page 25 • Check primary idler arm and two idlers • Install new-.belt onto electric clutch pul- to see that they rotate freely. ley. • Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri- • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand mandrel pulley.
- Page 26 Lett Hand Mower Blade Drive Belt Center Mandrel Pulley Right Hand Mandrel Secondary Cover IdlerArm Spring Anti-Sway-Bar Bracket Screw TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if The electric clutch should provide years of service.
- Page 27 move the motion controt tever oecomes , Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V-idler,making too excessive, reverse the above adjust- sure to route belt inside of all belt keep ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 tum.
- Page 28 It "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehical must also be a 12 volt nega- tive grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicals.
- Page 29 TO REPLACE FUSE • "Connect BLACK grounding cable to Replace with 30 amp automotive-type negative (-) battery terminal with remain- plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located ing hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten behind the dash. securely. Close terminal access doors. formed by an authorized engine manufac- turer's service outlet.
- Page 30 PRELIMINARY SEi-I'ING TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factory and adjustment should not be nec- the throttle control cable is adjusted essay, check adjustment as described properly (see =TO ADJUST THROTTLE below before loosening cable.
- Page 31 _mediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol ge at th6-_end of the season or if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using er will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of...
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE • Fill fuel tank. • Out of fuel. W_not ,start • See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not =CHOKED" prop- Operation section. erly. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- fast. tion/reduce speed. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Adjust throttle control. • Clean underside of mower hous- • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Mo_(ex blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. rotate (cont'd) • Replace blade mandrel. • Place throttle control in "FAST" • Engine speed too slow. Poor grass discharge position.
- Page 35 THACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 SCHEMATIC NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE RELAY ..HEADLIGHTS G F C BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE UGHTS PTO SWITCH WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273121 ELECTRICAL •...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x7.5Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon !/4" 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In _ 19--STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 73350400...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 _HASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _..---138 141_ 474 _n_:_ ...v ip___47 ' '_ 35 I"- 58 __'-'_17.
- Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 140506 Drawbar, Gt 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 137113 Bracket Asm., Fender 17490620 Screw Thdrol 3/6-16 x 1-1/4 163976...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273121 GROUND DRIVE 33 9...
- Page 41 1-HAL;T(JH - - MUUI::L NUMI::iI-H _1 I.ZI_IZ1 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Plate Console Shift 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 151179 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle STD541431 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 Screw Hex Wsh.
- Page 42 ..ewo_ II _1 m4r,,,,, 411q,,JLIII L STEERING ASSEMBLY...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
- Page 45 II l III=II, V l V.D lWIVll.fbli= DIlIVBVIII.Ibl • O • a&! ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler CV22S-67544 161062 Muffler Side 1-1/8" 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 Muffler Asm Guard • 8 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Belt Engine Keeper Asm VGT 96...
- Page 46 I rli-_f,,,n i t./l"l - - iVI_,/IJ i_IUIVlDr"Irl _ I ! ._'P/_,_ |_.| SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION --DESCRIPTION Seat 140124 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20X 1-1/2 140551 Bracket,Pi_t Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap,Fender 123740X Spdng, Cprsn 127018X Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr.
- Page 47 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Dash 164094 164065 Decal, Decal, Insert Strg Decal 163916 Hood,Craftsman,RH 138047 Decal, Battery Decal 163917 Hood,Craftsman,LH 142342 Decal, Drawbar CNTRL Decal 140837 Brake Parking Saddle Decal Maintenance 106202X Reflector, T aillight...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 UFT ASSEMBLY 35 17 .)o.;;...
- Page 49 murl - - MUUr'L NUMDI:M _I I.'Zl;Jl"Z1 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 ShaftAsm., Lift Vgt 159189 LeverAsm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Ruted 122365X...
- Page 50 n n_, n vn - - _UUK:L. l_IUMlOr.rl UI I.;/{_1;_'I MOWER DECK 103102 1 --_06 | I_ 104 105 . 7102...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164811 DeckAsm., Mower 46" 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven STD624008 Retainer Spring 137273 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 17490620 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 218-3010 f109...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBEH 917.273121 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 218-3010 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Locknut,Hex 5/16-18 142874 Assembly, Housing, LH 153767 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18x 1-1/2 142875 Assembly, Housing, RH 142904 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142905 ShoulderBolt...
- Page 54 l ri/.t_, I vrl - - lllVUlr.L I_lUlllDr..n _ l I."!_ I-," I TRANSAXLE - PUMP- MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
- Page 55 I HAt.; I UI'I - -.MUIJI:.L. NUMI:I_I'I _1!11.2/317.1 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal. Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Bearing, Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm, Trunnion 122749X...
- Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 (OHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER |_11 0-...-1;! 1_.--4...
- Page 57 I I'il.lt_ I Ul'l - - MtJUIT.L. IMt3MD_rt _PI I.LIOI-L KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPENUMBER 67544 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01 Seal, oil front 24-033-03 Kit, breather cover w/gasket Crankcase (includes 2,3) 24-041-23 Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24 782 05) 24-096-15 Cover, breather 24-294-13...
- Page 58 MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 I HAC;TOI;;I KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES / ELECTRICAL 11--_ O---_ AIR INTAKE...
- Page 59 I I'[P._.; I UM - - MUUI'I- I_IUMDI::I'I :dl/,_.lOIf. KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 IGNmON/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 54-027-95 Kit, grass screen Housing, blower (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 36) M-0403025 24-100-02 Screw, hex.
- Page 60 NUMI:II_H 917.273121 , n_l,., - - MUUI::L KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 STA.T,,a SVST--,l ENGINE CONTROLS i --,.__ ,.[_'a _-,, _ _._ j "rL OiL PAN LUBRICATION...
- Page 61 I I'1/-_,; I tJrt - - IVIUUrL I_IUMI:H=M _ I t ._1_1 1_' I KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 M-0645025 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 24-096-05 Cover, pinion M-0631005 Washer, plain 6 mm (2)
- Page 62 II'_V e vI elnvimob5 l|YiVli.#m--i-_ ._[I KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM • I"...
- Page 63 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273121 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-25 Kit, carburetor w/gaskets Crankshafl (includes2) 24-014-72 (Includes 2-4) Plug, cup 52-139-09 24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor Carburetor assembly (For infor- EXHAUST onlynot maUon available separately) PART...
- Page 67 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY :_RIDEUP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH .,,j SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. IA o er tourTr otorupand0ow o o sop s not greater than 15 ), never across the face.
- Page 68 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicil|o - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274)