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20.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.273860
[_
This product
has a mowemission
engine
which operates
differentmy from previously
buimt engines.
Before you start the
engine,
read and understand
this Owner's
Manuak
Read and follow aH Safety
Rules and Instructions
before
operating this equipment.
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about this product, Call:
1_800°659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
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- Page 1 Call: Read and follow aH Safety Rules and Instructions before 1_800°659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am =5 pm, Men =Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman webske:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Foryour convenience, IN HOMEwarrantyservice will still be availableafter the first 30 days of purchase,but a trip charge will apply.This charge will be waived if the Craftsman productis droppedoff at an authorizedSears location.Forthe nearestauthorizedSears location, pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME@.
- Page 3 mMPORTANT: This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghands andfeet and throw- ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould resultin serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to preventac- Do not mow in reverse unless abso- cidentalstarting when setting up, trans- lutely necessary. Always look down porting,adjustingor making repairs, behind before and while...
- Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with • Mow up and down slopes, not across. safe machine operation. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree Never allow children to operate limbs, etc. machine. •...
- Page 5 Be sure the area is clear of other people Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree beforemowing.Stop machineif anyone limbs, etc. enters the area. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven Nevercarry passengersor children terrain could overturn the machine. Tall evenwith the bladesoff. grass can hide obstacles.
- Page 6 REPAmR PROTECTmON Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC GAP: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: chase. Your new Craftsman® product (MPH): Reverse: designed and manufactured for years Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI dependable operation. But like all prod- Rear:...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert I2¢ (1) Large Flat Washer 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt (1) Locknut 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Steering Extension Wheel Adapter Shaft teering Boot (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet...
- Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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...
- Page 9 mNSTALL SEAT NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Adjust seat beforetighteningadjustment tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate knob. instruction below to remove the tractor 1. Removeadjustmentknoband flat from the skid. washer securingseat to cardboard (See TO ROLLTRACTOR SKiD packingand set aside for assemblyof seat to tractor.
- Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM mNSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you learn how to operate your trac- (If previousmy removed) tor, check to see that the brake is properly Raise and hold deflector shield adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" upright position. the Service and Adjustments section Place front of mulcher...
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP...
- Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHINS O WNER'SMANUAL AND SAFETY RULESBEFORE OPERATmNG Y OUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrations'withyour tractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof various controlsand adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference. Switch ignition Switch Position Attachment CDtch Lever Lift Lever Ammeter Plunger Throttle/Choke Attachment Control Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Height...
- Page 13 The operation of any tractor 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety...
- Page 14 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Lift Lever Gauge wheels are properly adjusted High when they are slightly off the ground when Attachment Position mower is at the desired cutting height operating position. Gauge wheels then CUutch Lever "En( keep the deck in proper position to help Position...
- Page 15 Transmission Engaged AII_CAUTmON: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. mMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.
- Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. above) Disengage transmission by placing 7. When engine starts, move the throttle freewheel control in "transmission dis- control to the fast position. engaged"...
- Page 17 MOWmNG TraPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled mMPORTANT: For best performance, keep best mowing performance. See "TO mower housing free of built-up grass and LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this The speciat...
- Page 18 .A,.TE.A.OE SO.EOU'E F,LL,.OATES AS YOU COMPLETE /__._" ..REGULAR SERVICE f_r/J%'4r_/£-'4r_-_£'_r SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
- Page 19 TRACTOR mMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATmON and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to...
- Page 20 • Keep small vent holes open. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. c -_o Adding or checking level of electrolyte TEMPERATURE...
- Page 21 ENGmNE OraL FmLTER CLEAN AmR SCREEN Replacethe engineoil filter every season Air screen must be kept free of dirt and or every other oil change if the tractor is chaff to prevent engine damage from used more than 100 hoursin one year. overheating.
- Page 22 Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. Protect painted surfaces with auto- motive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless...
- Page 23 WARNmNG: TO AVOmD SERmOUS mNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMmNG SER- VmCE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
- Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWERHOUSmNG • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" Adjust the mowerwhile tractor is parked lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" on level groundor driveway. Makesure against trunnion on both front links. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"...
- Page 25 With parking brake "Engaged" MandreU Pulley Idbr Pulleys _N_at "A" m iut perating Mandrel Pulley Do not touch this nut. if further brake adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE other qualified service center. Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable TO REPLACE MOTmON DRmVE BELT brake system which is mounted on the...
- Page 26 TRANSMmSSmON REI_IOVAL/ REPLACEMENT Engine Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged Clutching Idler after reinstallation and before operating tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" Stationary the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERmNG WHEEL Center Span AUGNMENT Keeper If steering...
- Page 27 If "jumpercables"are used for emergency Connect BLACK grounding cable to starting, follow this procedure: negative (-) battery terminal with re- mMPORTANT: Yourtractor is equipped maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten with a 12 volt system.The othervehicle securely mustalso be a 12 volt system.Do not use Close terminal access doors.
- Page 28 Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted Maintenance, repair, or replacement properly (see above). the emission control devices and systems, Start engine and allow to warm for which are being done at the customers five minutes.
- Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract tor will not be used for 30 days or more. moisture which leads to separation _,WARNmNG:...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTmON Wiii not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in rnanuam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTmON Loss of power Low oil level/dirty oil. Check oil level/change oil. (continued) Faulty spark plug. Clean and regap or change spark plug. Dirty fuel filter. Replace fuel filter.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuem urfless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION CAUSE Place throttle control Poor grass Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST" position. Travel speed too fast. Shift to slower speed. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.
- Page 33 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 SCHEI_ATmC ....................................... BATTERY AMMETER FUSE STARTER (OPTIONAL) SOLENOID CLUTCH /BFIAKJE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) WHITE SWITCH (_'_ 1 I BaCK, BLACK /ATT'MENTdLUTdH"""h • C-RObNDING BLACK ........BLACK (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL)
- Page 34 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 ELECTFlmCAL !i ..-_!l...
- Page 35 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 ELECTRmCAL KEY PART DESCRiPTiON 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Ny!on Battery Front 1/4 176138 Switch Interlock 183759 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)
- Page 36 TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 CHASSmSAND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser-It,stlt...
- Page 37 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRmPTmON 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 172105X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 184272X615 Hood Assembly 184921 Bumper Hood...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 GROUND DRWE drive-hydro.stit29...
- Page 39 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 GROUND DRmVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Keeper Belt Engine Transaxle (See Breakdown) 134683 Hydro Gr 314-0510 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro Strap Torque Rh Hydro 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169182 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 137057 Spacer Washer...
- Page 40 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 STEERmNG ASSEMBLY steering...
- Page 41 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 STEERmNG ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 159944X428 Steering Wheel 184706 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121...
- Page 42 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 ENGINE ,105 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-kohler KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170548 Control Throt Paddle 123487X Clamp Hose BIk 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 8543R Line Fuel Engine (See Breakdown) KohIer 181654 Plug, Drain Oil Easy Model No=SV600-0001...
- Page 43 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat It.knob PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X 188719 Seat Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Hd 140551 Bracket Fender 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 134300 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uric x 1 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156439 Decal Dash Panel DecaI Fender Danger Sears 186788 186367 DecaI Hood Side 160396 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 186366 Decal Hood 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 185974 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 DecaI Engine H/P 172331 133644...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 LmFT ASSEMBLY 161718 [ift-rh,lpiece PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever HnnerWire Asm. 173288 Link Front 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion 12000002 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Uric E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
- Page 46 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 MOWER DECK 4OJ_ 105' _148 44_53 lO2 -/ _>21 117 j _> 42 D man=t=path stlt 4.
- Page 47 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 182032 Mower Housing 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 144959 Front STD541437 Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Uric 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 48 ,,< 122 _, 120- t 0 _ >,,_ 55 _ _j57 6® \127 "4...
- Page 49 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE o o i_IODEL NUMBER 314o0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON Rotor, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER SV600,TYPE NUMBER 0001 CYUNDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER CRANKCASE...
- Page 51 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRmPTmON DESCRmPTmON 20 098 03-S Kit, vaHve cover (inciudes Crankcase (USE: Short Biock 20 041 O4-S Gasket, vaive cover 20 522 01) M-645020-S Screw, hex.
- Page 52 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERSV600,TYPE NUMBER0001 IGNITIONtELECTRICAL! BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES Qf" AIR INTAKE...
- Page 53 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001 mGNmTmON/ELECTRmCAL PART DEBCRmPTmON 20 162 02-S Screen, grass 12 086 14-S Screw, hex. fiange M 10x 1.5x46 12 468 03-S VVasher, spring 3/16" 20 146 02-S Plate, fan mounting 20 157 01-S X°42°...
- Page 54 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER SV600_TYPE NUMBER 0001...
- Page 55 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001 STARTmNG SYSTEM PART DESCRmPTmON 20 098 01-S Starter assembiy, inertia drive 25 100 31-S Nut, hex. serrated flange (2) OIL PAN/LU BRICATION PART DESCRIPTION 20 040 02-S Kit, dipstick assembiy (in o dudes 2)
- Page 56 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER SV600,TYPE NUMBER 0001 CRANKSHAFT_ 2--D FUEL SYSTEM 10___ _---13 13j_...
- Page 57 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273860 KOHLER ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001 CRANKSHAFT PART DESCRmPTmON 20 014 14-S X-42 o15 os Key 3/16" 20 043 12-S Gear, crankshaft EXHAUST PART DESCRIPTION 25 072 04-S Stud, exhaust (2) 20 041 12-S Gasket, exhaust 20 522 01 Short BHock...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
- Page 60 Your Home Au Canada pour service en frangais: 1-800-LE-FOYER (1-800-533-6937) www.sears.ca 02410 © Sears, Roebuckand Co. ® Registered Trademark / TMTrademark / SMService Mark of Sears, Roebuck and Co. ® Marca Registrada / TMMarca de Fabrica / - Marca de Servicio de Sears, Roebuck and Co. MCMarque de commerce / Marque depos6e de Sears, Roebuck and Co.