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Craftsman 917.275281 Owner's Manual

Garden tractor 27.0 hp, 48" mower electric start automatic transmission
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JCRAFTSMAN'J
GARDEN TRACTOR
27.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275281
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his product has a low emission engine which operates
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differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mort - Sat
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.
Visitour Craftsmanwebsite:www, sears,com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mort - Sat Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A. Visitour Craftsmanwebsite:www, sears,com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 30 days, for your convenience,IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail- able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800*4-MY-HOME®.

  • Page 3: Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Never carry passengers, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- reverse unless abso- "...
  • 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 the limbs, etc.
  • Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble Gasoline 5.0 Gallon and maintain your tractor propedy. Always Unleaded Capacity observe the =SAFETY RULES". and Type: Regular REPAIR AGREEMENT Oil Type SAE 10W30 (above 32°1=) A Repair Agreement is available on this SAE 5W_0 (below 32°F...

  • Page 7: Check Battery

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned Release LH. seat slide on seat pan by this manual, it means, from your point of pulling out on adjustment handle and view, when you are in the operating posi- sliding...
  • Page 8 TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Operation section for location and After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly _wACtion of controls) adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in RNING: Before starting, read, un- the Service and Adjustments section of derstand and follow all instructions in the this manual.

  • Page 9: Free Wheel

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING SRAKE ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON LOCKED UNLOCKED BATTERY...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHIS 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 Ignition Position Choke Attachment...

  • Page 11: To Use Throttle Control

    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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles, HOW TO USE YOUR...
  • Page 12 TO OPERATE MOWER The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the blade tip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the engine not running. by the operator to leave the seat with the These heights are approximate and may...

  • Page 13: Towing Carts And Other Attach- Ments

    TO TRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the When pushing or towing your tractor, be oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengage transmission by placing section of this manual), freewheel control in freewheeling position.
  • Page 14 NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. cold starting procedures below. Place the motion control lever in Insert key into ignition and turn key neutral. Release the parking brake and clockwise to start position and release let the brake slowly return to operating key as soon as engine starts.

  • Page 15: Mowing Tips

    Engage transmission by placing free- • If grass is extremely tall, it should be wheel control in engaged position (See mowed twice to reduce load and pos- "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of sible fire hazard from dried clippings. manual). Make first cut relatively high;...

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _i"'.,,,_1_ " AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake Operation CheCk Tire Pr e_,,sure Check Operator Presence InlerloCi< Systems Check for Loose Faste_ler$ A i Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades =_ja Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean eatteP..t and Tennleala Check Transaxle COOling Check V-Belts Che_k Englrte O, Level...

  • Page 17: Blade Care

    TRACTOR Install new or resharpened blade with Always observe safety rules when per- stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck forming any maintenance. and mandrel assembly. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, BRAKE OPERATION center hole in blade must align with star If tractor requires more than six (6) feet on mandrel assembly.
  • Page 18 • Keep small vent holes open. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. C -30 °10 Adding or checking level of electrolyte is 1"EMPERA11JRE RANGE/LNI"ICIPATED 6EFORE NEXTOIL CHANGE...

  • Page 19: Engine Oil Filter

    ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Replace the engine oil filter every season To insure proper cooling, make sure the or every other oil change if the tractor is grass screen, cooling fins, and other used more than 100 hours in one year. external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
  • Page 20 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5.
  • Page 21 Bubble Between Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and Lines __ Bubble Level plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between Level Decal the plate assembly and mower brack- ets.

  • Page 22: Drive Belt Installation

    CAUTION: Blades are sharp, Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Position any blade so the tip is pointing "B" "B" straight forward. Measure distance "B" at front and rear tip of blade •...
  • Page 23 R.H. Mandrel Belt Tension Cover (Disengaged Electric Position) Pulley Idler Pulleys __R,H. Mandrel Sprin! Suspension Primary Idler Arm TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC- 10. Check secondary idler arm and idler ONDARY) DRIVE BELT pulley to see that they rotate freely. 11.
  • Page 24 L.H. Secondary Mandrel. Idler Arm Idler Pull Secondary .Center Mandrel Mower Blade (Secondary) Drive Belt a.H. Mandrel TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH TO CHECK BRAKE The electric clutch should provide years 1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete of service. The clutch has a built-in brake paved surface, depress clutch/brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
  • Page 25 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL Nut "A" VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Park Tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF" position and engage parking brake. Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel.

  • Page 26: Front Wheel

    TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TERY _I_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- erate explosive gases, Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries, Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
  • Page 27 Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. Install new battery with terminals same position as old battery. Reinstall terminal guard. Headlight Wire Connector First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING The choke control has been preset at the 1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factory and adjustment should not be nec- the throttle control cable is adjusted essary, check adjustment as described be- properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE low before loosening cable.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation acids during storage.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not"CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service cente PROBLEM CAUSE CORRE(_TION Clean underside of mower Loss of power Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) housing. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will 2. Replace mower drive belt. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. not rotate (con't) Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. Contact aSears or other qualified service center, 1.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 SCHEMATIC FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENQO TACHOMETER I HE'd'OHmS POSmON C/RCUi'T SWITCH C+G_B+H IGNITION SWITCH + F,_ + IE,A+ D RELAY M+G+A1 NONE ON +UGHT B+A1 L÷A2 B-_A1 NONE POSITK)Nt;i_O "MAKE_ START + 8 + A1 NON E --.- REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 ELECTRICAL ..
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4 = 176138 Switch Interlock 175449 Harness Socket Light Halogen 150755...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 1_7 47 1111,...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 180375 Kit Rail Chass. RH GT Serv. 175282 Drawbar, Gt 180639X418 Dash 157882 Dash, LowerVgt One Piece 17720408 Screw. Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Battery 175260X615 Hood Asm 161841 Lens LH 121794X...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 GROUNDDRIVE 122.
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 GROUNDDRIVE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO, NO..Transaxle Hydro Gear 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 314-3500 (See Breakdown) 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15"VGT STD561210 Pin, Cotter 142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 7394O80O 70109 180235 LeverAsm Shift Lower...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 STEERING 1_45 • ("...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 175139X418 Wheel, Sleedng 178557 Axle Asm.. Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/82 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X Cap, Spindle...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) ..10010500 Washer Split KohlerCV740-0(X)5 123487X Clamp Hose 149723 Muffler 17490636 _TI" 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Unc 121361X PulleyV-Idler 17490664 Screw 3-r 3/8-16 x 4 177748 Belt Engine Keeper Asm 126197x...

  • Page 43: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 138057 Knob, In| 3/8-16 Uric 180045 Shaft Asm., LiftVgt 155097 Pointer, Height Indicator 159189 Lever Asm, LiftRh 123935X Plug, Hole 12000022 E-Ring Truam #5133-87 17060516 Screw 5/16-18 x 1 SMGML TalYR 19292016...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 SEAT ASSEMBLY 22., KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 177978 Seat 124238X Cap, Spring Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric 177946...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180979 Decal Grille 182221 Decal, Opar. Instructions 149516 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng. 182795 Decal, PIpEngine Acme 180983 Decal, Hood RH 177890 Decal, Insert Strg 180984 Decal, Hood LH 138047 Decal, Battery 181470 Decal, Deck Leveling 182796...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 MOWER DECK 21 • 122_...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 MOWER DECK PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 160358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 175820 Pulley Idler Rat 178915 BrecketAsm., Sway Bar 155986>(431 Bar Pnt Adj. 4939M Retainer Spring 156941 Pin Head Rivet 178024 Sway Bar 180535 BracketAsm.
  • Page 48 5X 133 _ 0_-I 79SEALANT 2OWO OIL 203 - KIT, SEAL "4 ,,.4,...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 314-3500 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer 161122 Main housing assembly 161155 Hex jam nut, 5/8-18 178317 RH housing assembly 161156 184691 Center section assembly 169535 Bearing Ball 6205-1 Seal, 1" ID x 2.0472 x 0.375 161125 Spacer 161157...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV740,TYPENUMBER0005 YLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER [_'_ "-_ .--_/1t 1_t4 _FJ_-12 0 --lS Q--15 _--13 CRANCASEJ...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0005 HEADIVALVE/BR EATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front (includes 2,3) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Minlblock 24 782 23) 24-096-87-S Cover, breather 24-L)94-13-S...

  • Page 52: Blower Housing

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0005 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES 0--4 _.g_i£":;"t 40 F" _---s AIR INTAKE Om't ©...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740,1WPE NUMBER 0005 & BAFFLES BLOWER HOUSING IGNITION/ELECTRICAL PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Housing, blower (includes Kit, grass screen 24-027-32-S 54-755-15-S (Includes 2-4. and 24 113 Nut, plastic (2) 18-S) 24-100-01-S Plug, button 9/16" Screw.

  • Page 54: Engine Controls

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0005 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM I [_-e ,..X i' ,, ., \ 1_-_4_,--<>;j _J'18 R3_, OIL PAN / LUBRICATION €.--6 ,-_ I 2_° ,___ -,I...

  • Page 55: Starting System

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0005 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-645025-S M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange Screw, hex. flange MSx1.0:<25 (2) M8x1.25x80 (2.) M-631005-S 25-098-06`S Starter, solenoid shift Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 24-755-59-S assembly (includes 3-6) Kit, oil pan w/gasket...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV740,TYPENUMBER0005 EXHAUSTJ CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM I...

  • Page 57: Fuel System

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275281 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740,TYPE NUMBER 0005 CRANKSHAFT PART DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup EXHAUST PART DESCRIPTION 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 25-072-04-S Stud MSxl.25x33 PA-CV740S-0005Replacement Engine 24-782-23 Miniblock 24-755-113-S Gasket Set FUEL SYSTEM PART DESCRIP_ON 24.,853-90-S...

  • Page 59: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION O"l 1. Fold this page along dotted line Indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
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