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Craftsman 917.273261 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.273261 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 23.0 hp, 48" mower electric start automatic transmission
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LAWN TRACTOR
23.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273261
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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, Mort - 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: 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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: Safety Rules

    • 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- 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 1. Withforwarddrive pedal depressedto desiredspeed, movecruise control le- Retainer Spring ver forwardto "SET"positionand hold while liftingyour foot off the pedal, then releasethe cruise control lever. Todisengagethe cruise control, pull the leverbackwardto "OFF" position,or fully depress the brake pedal. Clevis Pin TO OPERATE MOWER TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT Your tractor...
  • Page 13 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 PURGE TRANSMISSION 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release ,_CAUTION: Never engage or dis- key as soon as engine starts. Do engage freewheel lever while the engine not run starter continuously for more is running.

  • Page 15: Service And Adjustments

    MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _.,_,e ,_-_ ,_-_ _ _._ ,_/_ P,LL,.OATES REGULAR SERVICE DATES 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 Check WBeffs Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil fitter)
  • Page 17 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 18 • 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. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- Corrosion and dirt on the battery and eration or at least once a year if the tractor...
  • Page 19 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick checking level. Insert dipstick into Air screen must be kept free of dirt and the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the chaff to prevent engine damage from tube. Do not thread the cap onto the overheating.
  • Page 20 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. tractor unless the engine and transmis- of all foreign matter. sion are covered to keep water out. Water •...
  • Page 21 • From left side of tractor, find the level 3. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. decal on top of mower and place bubble level on decal as indicated. 4. Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. •...
  • Page 22 BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE Suspension EQUAL IN LENGTH Lift Link Adjustment Nt FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- to-side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side.
  • Page 23 18. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket. a,a, Mandrel Cover Belt Tension Rod (Disengaged Electric Position) Pulley Idler Pulleys a,a, Mandrel Spring B,a, Suspension Primary Idler Arm TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE 9. Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels (SECONDARY)
  • Page 24 17. Reinstall mower to tractor (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section manual). Secondary Idler L.H. Mandrel Idler Arm Pulley Spring Spring Arm Mandrel Mower Blade (Secondary) Drive Belt R.H. Mandrel TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable engaged"...
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ REPLACEMENT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a Should your transmission require removal belt installation guide decal on bottom side for service or replacement, it should be of left footrest.
  • Page 26 If your battery is too weak to start the 6. First connect RED battery cable to engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT- positive (+) battery terminal with hex TERY" in the Maintenance section of this bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten manual).
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary, check adjustment as described be- Headlight Wire low before loosening cable. If adjustment Connector is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.
  • Page 28 2. With engineoff turn idle fuel adjust- ing needlein (clockwise)closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter- clockwise)1 turn. FINALSETTING- 1. Start engineand allow to warm for five minutes.Makefinal adjustmentswith enginerunningand shift/motioncontrol leverin neutral (N) position. NOTE:The high idle is set at the factory and cannotbe adjusted.

  • Page 29: Storage

    ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- which leads to separation and formation of age at the end of the season or if the trac- acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. _WARNING: Never store the tractor age the fuel system of an engine while in...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. i Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in i 2. Engine not"CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3.
  • Page 31 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 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION iPoor grass 3. Wetg_ss. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. idischarge Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck. i(continued) Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 SCHEMATIC 8LACK BATTERY R£D FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WaJTE '©IC_ CLUTCH / BRAKJE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION' SEAT SWITCH (NOTOCCUPIED) FUEL I OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #1 IGNITION PLUG SPARK UNIT I_Fj_ BLUE LINE II (2 PLUGS ON FUEL SHUT-OFF ]3NIN CYL.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 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 4152J...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES F142 F145 chassis*LTX-stlt...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 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 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 GROUND DRIVE • 53 "239 29'_ drive-hydro.stlt..31...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-6/8 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 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering..pLIt 45...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 175139X418 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12O00O29 Ring Klip #t5304-75 175121 Link Drag STD551137...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine_ko.twin PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175439X505 Control Throttle 73920600 Nut, Keps 3/8-24 unf 171875 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 179022 Tank Fuel 4.0 Rear Engine, Kohl Model CV674-75574 (See Engine Breakdown) 179124X428...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 SEAT ASSEMBLY \\\\ ..-. 1 6 seaUt.knob PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 121249X Spacer Split 28x .88 Zinc 19131610...
  • Page 44 186329 Decal, Hood RH 177914 Decal, Engine, Kohler 186330 Decal, Hood LH 177918 Decal, Engine KP Sears LTX. 180978 VTwin Decal, Seat Craftsman 146046 Decal, V-Belt, Drive Schematic 149516 Decal, Battery 180978 Decal, Hood 186331 Decal, Hood, Side Panel 178455...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 LIFT ASSEMBLY 16 17 lift-rh,1 pc,stlt 7 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 179804 176205 Trunion Sups. Arm. Plunger Assembly 159476 175994 Nut Lift Link 7/16-20 Shaft Assembly, Lift 178981 Pin, Groove 155097 Pointer Height Indicator 12000002 E-Ring 123935X...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 MOWER DECK _132 12k:_ 110 I mower deck,48prem...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 MOWER DECK KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 138017 175820 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Pulley Idler Flat 4939M 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric x 1 Gr. 5 Retainer Spring 178024 72140608...
  • Page 48 ,.< _-,,I "-19 _rrl 0,1 ,,,,& ...L_ I .!24 ,,,,& 6-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 917.273261 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 336-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Arm, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 178782 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170415 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170416 Compression Spring Brake Anti- 170354...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674TYPE NUMBER 75574 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER I iij._ __ 13 CRANKCASEJ _sJ O...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674 TYPE NUMBER 75574 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, front oil 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Crankcase (Includes 2-4) (USE: Miniblock 24 782 14) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather Fitting 24-096-87-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674TYPE NUMBER 75574 BLOWEF{ HOUSING AND BAFFLES 1...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674TYPE NUMBER 75574 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-027-114-S Housing, blower (Includes 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (2) (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18- M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 M-403025-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674TYPE NUMBER 75574 ENGIN E CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM] _.;25 HL PAN I LU B RICATION llJl ¢,J "19...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674TYPE NUMBER 75574 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly M8x1.25x80 (2) olnCludes 2-11 ) 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift 24-393-08-S il pump assembly (Includes assembly (Includes 3-7) 3,4) 25 086 113-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674TYPE NUMBER 75574 EXHAUST] CRANKSHAFT] FUELSYSTEMJ...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273261 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674TYPE NUMBER 75574 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-61 -S 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (includes2) Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 52-139-09-S Plug, cup (includes 2-4) 24-041-52-S Gasket, carburetor 24-053-61 Carburetor assembly EXHAUST (For information only not available separately) PART (Service with kits 24-757-18-...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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. 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 equtpment, or heatmg and coohng systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessones owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.