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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
25.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273241
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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 equip-
ment.
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 Call: Read and follow all 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 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
- 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. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone.
- 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 Here's what's included in the Agreement: _WARNING: This tractor is equipped • Expert service by our 12,000 profe- with an internal combustion engine and sional repair specialists. should not be used on or near any unim- • Unlimited service and no charge for proved forest-covered, brush-covered parts and labor on all covered repairs.
- Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory Review the video cassette before you begin When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi- Adjustment tion (seated behind the steering wheel).
- Page 8 6. Start the engine.After engine has JCHECKLIST started,move throttle controlto idle Before you operate your new tractor, we position. wish to assure that you receive the best 7. Releaseparkingbrake. performance and satisfaction from this 8. Slowlydepress forwarddrive pedal and Quality Product. drivetractor off skid.
- Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL NIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
- Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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 Switch Position Ignition Attachment Clutch Switch Switch...
- Page 11 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.
- Page 12 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT 2. Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment clutch control. The position of the attachment lift lever TO STOP MOWER BLADES - determines the cutting height. disengage attachment clutch control. • Grasp lift lever. _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower •...
- Page 13 NOTE: To protect hood from damage To avoid engine problems, the fuel system when transporting your tractor on a truck should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and the engine and let it run until the fuel lines secured to tractor.
- Page 14 • If the enginestarts to run roughly,pull 5. Shut off engine and set parkingbrake. the chokecontrolout slightly for a few 6. Engagetransmissionby placing freewheelcontrol in "transmission secondsand then continueto pushthe controlin slowly.This may requirean engaged"position (See"TOTRANS- enginewarm-up periodfrom several PORT' in this sectionof manual). secondsto several minutes,depending 7.
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .I_.,_£`_ ,_£`_,_£`__ °"_ C:eecC: TB:art; eOperare tiOn Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Checkfor Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) change Engine...
- Page 16 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATION (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat stopping distance at high speed in highest...
- Page 17 NOTE: The original equipment battery on SAE VISCOSITY GRADES your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-...
- Page 18 ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the Replace the engine oil filter every season grass screen, cooling fins, and other or every other oil change if the tractor is external surfaces of the engine are kept used more than 100 hours in one year.
- Page 19 WARNING:TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it can not come in contact with plug.
- Page 20 Bubble Between Bubble Level 9. Position front plate assembly between Lines front mower brackets. Raise deck and 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 21 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should be adjusted so the MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL front tip is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage than the rear tip when the mower is in its parking brake.
- Page 22 R.H. Mandrel Cover Belt Tension Rod (Disengaged Electric Position) Pulley Pulleys R.H. Mandrel Spring Arm R.H. Suspension Primary Idler Arm TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE 10. Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that they rotate freely. (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT 11.
- Page 23 Secondary Idler Arm Idler Pulley L.H. ring Mandrel Secondary Mandrel Mower Blade (Secondary) Drive Belt R.H. Mandrel TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE 5. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable if necessary.
- Page 24 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 5. Removebelt downwardfrom engine pulleyand around electricclutch. 1. Block up axle securely. 6. Pull belt slack toward rearof tractor. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and Carefullyremovebelt upwardsfrom washers to allow wheel removal (rear transmissioninput pulleyand over wheels have a square key - Do not coolingfan blades.
- Page 25 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.
- Page 26 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of The choke control has been preset at the fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air factory and adjustment should not be nec- mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out essary, check adjustment...
- Page 27 ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediatelyprepareyour tractorfor stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- which leads to separation and formation of tor will not be usedfor 30 daysor more. acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- A(_WARNING: Never store the tractor age the fuel system of an engine while in...
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION iWill not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in i 2. Engine not"CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE I CORRECTION 6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change Loss of power spark plug. (continued) 7. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before discharge mowing. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck. i(continued) Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5.
- Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 SCHEMATIC lilili BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) W,ITE SOLENOID CLUTCH/DRAKE (PEDAL SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) • i 85 86 i PTOL(DtSE I 87 "_) 87A FUEL I OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #1 IGNITION II__LI_I BLUE LINE PLUG SPARK...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Belt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Battery, Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddewn, Battery, Front 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon, Battery, Front 1/4 176138 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness, Light w/4152J 4152J...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _142 chassis*LTX_stlt...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 172542X418 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 172540X615 Hoed Assembly 180679 Plate Battery 124028X...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 GROUND DRIVE • 53 "239 29'_ drive-hydro.stlt..31...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. - - - Transaxle, HydroGear, Model Number 336-0510 (See Break- 174901X418 Console, Shift Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc down) 124346X 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 180825...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 STEERING ASSEMBLY i/i/" It"-"-_-" steering_pLIt...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 175139)(418 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden I21748X Washer 25/32 × I-5/8 x I6 Ga. 175121 Link Drag STD551137 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8 73940800 Nut He:<...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Attester...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 175439X505 Control, Throttle 171875 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #I3-16 ;< 3/4 - - - Engine Kohler, Model Number CV730-0018 (See Breakdown) 149723 Muf|ler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone 146700 Pipe E;<haust Intek 20 RH 146699 Pipe E;<haust Intek 20 LH 171877...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat I21248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x I-I/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16 une × 1 I21249X Spacer Split 28×...
- Page 43 Decal, Fender, Cruise 186329 Decal, Hood RH 177914 Decal, Engine, Kohler 106330 Decal, Hood LH 149516 Decal, Battery 100978 Decal, Seat Craftsman 18633I Decal, Hood, Side Panel 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 177889 Decal, Grille 105900 Decal, Engine 177918 Decal, Engine, KR Sears...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 179504 Plunger Assembly 159478 Shaft Assembly. Lift 178981 Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I ×21 Ga. 1201&3X Bearing Nylon 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted 175370 Link, Lift, L.H. 175371 Link, Lift, R.H.
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 MOWER DECK 21 • mower ded_,48prem stir 1...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273241 MOWER DECK KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180358 DeekWeldment Mower 48 72110612 Bolt, Carr 3/8-16 x I-I/2 Gr 5 138017 175820 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Pulley Idler Flat 4939M 74780618 Bolt Fin He;< 3/8-I6 Unc x I Gr. 5 Retainer Spring 178024 72140608...
- Page 48 ,,< I1'1 _128 :o m \ 100 5*Sealant (Joint d' etancheite) 57 20W50 Oil 78,80Z (OZ de 78.820 d Huile} 127 - Seal and O-ring Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 336-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Arm, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 178782 Slotted He;< Nut 5/18-24 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170415 C_tter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 170353 Center Section, Aasembly 170416 C_mpreasion Spring Brake Anti- 170354...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730TYPE NUMBER 0018 CYLINDER HEAD• VALVE AND BREATRERT_ --- 29 0--1= _' 17Lril '--l_- CRANKCASEJ "_',, 7 F'%...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV730TYPENUMBER0018 HEAD/VALVF_JBREATH ER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24u033-01S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24uO32u01uS Seal, front oil Crankcase (Includes 2-4) 24041-23S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24 782 24) 24-096-87S Cover, breather 24294q3-S Fitting 25 139-60uS Plug, alien hd.
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730TYPE NUMBER 0018 IGNITION/ELECTRICALJ BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESJ...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV730TYPENUMBER0018 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24u027q 14-S Housing, blower 54_755-15uS Kit, grass screen (Includes (Incl. 2-4) 24,and 24 113 18S) 24q00u01_S Nut plastic (2) M-403025-S Screw. hex. cap M4x0.7x25 Mu545020-S Screw.
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730TYPE NUMBER 0018 STARTING SYSTEMJ ENGIN E CONTROLS _.•-27...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV730TYPENUMBER0018 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LU BRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange 24u199-07S Pan assembly, oil MSx1,25x80 (2) (Includes 2ul 1) 25_098-09uS Starter, solenoid shift assem 24u393-37uS Oil pump assembly (Includes bly (Includes 3-7) 3,4) 25 086 113-S Screw, external torx.
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730TYPE NUMBER 0018 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730TYPE NUMBER 0018 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24_853_90 S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 24_014-42S Crankshaft (Includes 2) (Includes 2-4) 52q39-09_S Plug, cup 24041_52_S Gasket, carburetor 24_053_90 Carburetor assembly EXHAUST (For information only not available separately) PART...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ARNING: To avoid serious injury_ operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
- Page 60 Get it fixed, at your' home or ours!' Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand apphances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and coohng systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.