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Craftsman 917.275371 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 17.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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LAWN TRACTOR
17.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.275371
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
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 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman...
  • Page 2 Sears Service ......Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace...
  • Page 3 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 direct discharged material _IWARNING: In order to prevent toward anyone.
  • Page 4 II, SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which safe machine operation.
  • Page 5 • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truckor trailerand refuel it on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked ground.If this is not possible,then debris. Allow machine to cool before refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable storing.
  • Page 6 (Gap: .030") AGREEMENTS Forward: Ground Speed Congratulations on making a smart pur- (MPH): chase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Insert © (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Steering Extension Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 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 7. Slide seat until a comfortableposition NOTE: You may now roll or drive your is reachedwhich allowsyou to press tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor clutch/brakepedal all the way down. from the skid. 8.
  • Page 10 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE V"CHECKL IS T The tires on your tractor were overin- Before you operate and enjoy your new flated at the factory for shipping purposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive Correct tire pressure is important for best the best performance and satisfaction cutting performance.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,,I SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED...
  • Page 12 KN OW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ROS "ON" Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lever...
  • 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard...
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- ,JI_WARNING: Backing up with the at- proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool tachment clutch engaged while mowing season and to over 3 inches during is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS months. For healthier and better looking "ON",...
  • Page 15 TO TRANSPORT _,CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or • Raise attachment lift to highest position fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline with attachment lift control. near an open flame. • When pushing or towing your tractor, IMPORTANT: When operating in temper-...
  • Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly. Once rough running begins, imme- diately move the throttle control to the fast position. Engine warm-up take from several...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ____°_ FILL IN DATES /_/_/_-_,_'_ /_'_ _Oq'_ " AS YOU COMPLETE BEGOLAR SERV,CE TSERV'OE OATES Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners I_'s Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades lI_3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM AIways observe safety ruleswhen per- forming any maintenance. • When the engine is running with the ig- BRAKE OPERATION nition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch is engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt...
  • Page 19 ENGINE • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone LUBRICATION balancer. (When using a cone balancer, Only use high quality detergent oil rated follow the instructions supplied with with API service classification SG-SL.
  • Page 20 Remove the drain tube and replace Hook handle on cover and push down on handle to close. cap onto the end of the drain valve. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
  • Page 21 Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free line. of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with auto- motive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden Clamp Clam hose or pressure washer to clean your I Filter...
  • Page 22 TO INSTALL MOWER FRO NT-TO-BAC K ADJ U STM E NT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to Raise attachment lift lever to its highest side. If the following front-to-back adjust- position. Slide mower under tractor with deflec- ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE Measure distance between brake oper- BELT ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen The mower blade drive belt may be re- jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance placed without tools.
  • Page 24 FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. The front wheel toe-in and camber are not Install mower (See "TO INSTALL adjustable on your tractor. If damage MOWER" in this section of manual).
  • Page 25 Terminal Connect one end of the BLACK cable Cover Keps to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery. Connect the other end of the BLACK Bolt cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. Positive TO REMOVE CABLES,...
  • Page 26 ENGINE IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the if screw is turned in too tight. emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, PRELIMINARY SETTING may be performed...
  • Page 27 Immediatelyprepareyour 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 _IWARNING: Neverstore the tractor acids during...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too Loss of power Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower 3.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven Bent blade mandrel. Contact a Sears or other continued qualified service center. Clean around mandrels Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, open vent holes.

  • Page 31: Wiring Diagram

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER A_,_MFER FUSE (OPTIONAL) i© ", 0-_ '-=-2 C[LTTCI_ 7B-R,_K=E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) £ SEAT SWITCH BLACK GRAY REVERSE SWITCH r---_ SHORTING CONNECTOR 8LACK _f,_ l"_ NOT IN REVERSE ..IGNITION _PARKPLUGo UNIT -"...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 ELECTRICAL ..
  • Page 33 73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 uric 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12" black 192749 Switch Seat 193350 Switch 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman 110712X Switch LighttReset 193374 Harness 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 uncx 131563 Cover Terminal 178861 Solenoid...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES -209 _209 38_4 chassis-Laser-It.stlt...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 193510X012 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 318-16 x 1/2 185682X613 Hood Assembly Laser 184921...
  • Page 36 GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 • 48 drive-fender.stlL41...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Dana D4360-140 175410 Pulley, Engine 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5-1.5 (See Breakdown) STD551143 Washer 146682 Spring Brake Return 123666X Pulley Transaxle 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 142432 Screw...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 STEERING ASSEMBLY -_97 ,_42 J" 1" steering pl.lt 58...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 186780 Steering Wheel 175131 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25132 x 1-5t8 x 16 Ga. 19272016 Washer 27132 x 1-114 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 137040 Control, Throttle/Choke Line, Fuel 17720408 181654 Plug, Drain Oil Easy Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 124028X Bushing Snap 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_It.knob_9 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188716 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13132 x 1 x 10 Ga. 121250X Spring 145006...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 DECALS PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 193308 156439 Decal Fender Opr. inst. Decal, Danger Fender Eng/Span 186377 193545 Decal HP Engine Decal, Side Panel 186280 Decal Hood RH 186787 Decal, Panel Dash 179128 Decal Deck 160396 Decal, V-Belt Sch...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 LIFT ASSEMBLY 18 20 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 173288 Link, Front Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 unc 105767X 175689 Trunnion Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 MOWER DECK ii47142 D man-topath stir 3...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. STD533107 Bolt STD624003 Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Washer, Hardened 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38142"...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275371 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-140...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 DANATRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-140 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170981 Housing, Upper 120472X Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 105928X Sprocket, 134400 Ball, Detent 170988 Gear, Bevel, 36T 105904X Spring, Detent...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 43,_ 584_ 307_ 1264_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 868_) 943 O 20@ 6170 1022 691 (_ 8420 1266 0 524 @ 1019 LABEL KIT I 1088OWNER'S MANUAL I [ 1036 EMISSION LABEL ]...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 617 0 1022 ..4_ 1 o22 6170 635.m4_ 524 O 1022 102_: 616_ 404,, _ 614_ / !J 267 _'...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 108A _ 1091 142_ _}-- 106 1869 127 G 276@ 95o_ 4311 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 1266A 0 987(_ 276@ 104 _ 127_ 231_ 105 _ 1266@ 106 [_ 6170 634__ 117_...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 305A _ 3041 1265 801 (_ 697 _ 603 _ 310 1 802 (_ 87-q-- _o1_ (_ 783A_ 544A 310 [ 803A 513_ _/311A NOTE: For Replacement Starter Motor, See Reference 309.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Jet-Main (High Altitude) Cylinder Assembly 697492 399265 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 697241 391086 Carburetor Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 697190 697106 Plug-Welch Sump-Engine 695005 698147 Valve-Throttle...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275371 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug o+ Seal-Valve 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 690968 697122 EIbowqntake 495877 Kit-Pinion Spring Wire-Connector/Alternator 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 393456 Pin-Drive Retainer...
  • Page 55 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 ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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