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Craftsman 917.272243 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.272243 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 48" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRW
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272243
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
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 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.comJcraftsman

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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 pro, Mon - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.comJcraftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutt ng machine s capab e of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the foUowing safety instructions could result in serious iniury or death. II. SLOPE OPERATION I. GENERAL OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- •...
  • Page 4 Never run a machine inside a closed III. CHILDREN • Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade is not alert to the presence of children. • attachment bolts, tight and keep Children are often attracted to the equipmentin good condition.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so _CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in that you will not have to stop or shift neutral, you may lose control of the while on the slope. tractor. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If _CAUTION: Tow only the attachments tires lose traction, disengage the...

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES )ILTYPE SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety rules. (ABOVE 32°F) •...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Steering Wheel Steedng Wheel Insert Steenng Sleeve Seat (t) Washer t7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (_ _(1) Knob (5) Retainer Spdngs Mower (2) Ranged (1)Front Plate (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) Assembly Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar IIC'_ (4)R_inerSp_ogs ©...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor hasbeen assembled atthefactory w ith exception ofthose p arts 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 proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.
  • Page 9 4. Push Be sure all the above assembly steps down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat have been completad. towards rear of tractor. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and tank with gasoline.
  • Page 10 TO AI-rACH NOSE ROLLER 6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. 1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 7. Place the suspension arms on gauge washers, and nose miler outward pointing dock pins. Retain between deck mounting brackets as with double loop retainer spr_ngwith shown.
  • Page 11 V"CHECKLIST CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY at the factory for shipping purposes. YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO Correct tire pressure is important for best ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST cutting performance.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING E.O,NEO. ENO,NEOEF O.LPRESSORE UaHTSO. O_E_P 4" FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED r 'l R N H L...

  • Page 13: Operation

    KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Hourmeter LLghtSwitch Position Ignition Attachment Clutch Switch Switch Ammeter Drive Pedal...
  • Page 14 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 a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 TO STOP MOWER BLADES - The cutting height r ange i s approxi- disengage attachment clutch control. mately 1-1/2to 4". The heights are _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower measured from the ground to the blade without either the entire grass catcher, on tip with the engine not running.
  • Page 16 TOWING CARTS A ND OTHER ATrACH- A, CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank MENTS filler neck. Do not overfill.Wipe offany Tow only theattachments thatare spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use recommended byand comply w ith gasoline near an open flame.
  • Page 17 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section follows: of manual). 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 7.
  • Page 18 M..°TO...CESC.EOOL FILL IN DATES REGUL._R SERVICE RVICE DATES Check Brake OperaSon ]Ch_k_,eP,.*u,e Check Operator Preserlce and Interlock Systems Chec_ f01" L0ose Fastenem (1_7 S harpen/R apiece Mower Blades 11_4 T Lub_n Chert clean Battery wxl Termlnaa I_ / Check Tr_ns_ae C_l_ AdjustBladeBelt(s)Tensk_ tt/s AdjustMO_O_ D riveBelt(s)Tensloe...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, Always observe safety center hole in blade must align with star r ules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 20 ENGINE • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. LUBRICATION • Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. with API service classification SF-SJ. NOTE: The original equipment battery on Select the oiVsSAE visco,slty grade your tractor is maintenance free.
  • Page 21 NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge Oil Drain Valve or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. 6. Remove nut and cartridge plate. 7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge, 8. Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud.
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electrical system, muffler,air filter and of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front linksare Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. on level ground or driveway. Make sure • If links are not equal in length, adjust tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 24 2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE _,CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have MOWER" in this section of this a firm grip on rod an release slowly. 4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel manual). 3. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover, cover and remove cover.
  • Page 25 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- 4. Road test tractorfor proper stopping MENT distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still Should your transmission require greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, removal for service or replacement, it further maintenance is necessary. should be purged after reinstallation and Contact a Sears or other qualified before operating the tractor.
  • Page 26 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK RED battery cable and carefully BATrERY remove battery from tractor. _,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries 4. Install new battery with terminals in generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, same position as old battery. flame and smoking materials away from 5.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST - 2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle In (clockwise) closing it finger 5. Move throttle control lever from slow to tight and then turn out (counterclock- fast position. If engine hesitates or wise) 1 turn. dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for experience indicates that alcohol storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE (_0RRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank, Will not start 1, Out _ fuel 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Loss ofpower 3. Build-up 3. Clean underside of mower of grass, leaves (continued) and trash under mower. housing. 4. Didy air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil leveVchange oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. "FAST" position. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before 3. Wet grass. mowing. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER (OPTla',U_) OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #1 _" SPARK UNiT (2 PLUGS ON TW1N CYL E_GINES) (F SO EQUIPPED) s_m[Mou_tff _voL11m _ e _ (OPTI_) , TER.,TO, ; PTO SWITCH HEAD-LIGHTS pos_lO N CIRCUIT C÷GrB÷H C÷F_B÷E,A÷O...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 BoH, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Batter/Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 175449 Hamess, Light...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawt_,r 1706G612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4 172542X418 Dash STD53O710 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/6-16unc x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/6-16 x 1/2 172540X615 Hood Assembly 126938X...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.272243 GROUND DRIVE °...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 12000001 E-Ring Hydro gear Moda1323_)510 123583X Key, Square 174367 Clutch Elec 121748X Washer 23/32 x 1-3/8 x 16 Ga. 74490544 Bolt Hex Rghd 3/16-18 Gr. 5 174901X418 Console.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 175139X418 Steering Wheel 172393 Axle Assembly 169840 SpindLeAssembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beating, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Ring, Klip 175121 Dmgliak STITo51137 Washer, Lock 73940_30...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 175439X505 Control, Throgle ..Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model Number CV624-65578 149723 Muffler 146699 Pipe Exhaust Lh 146700 Pipe Exhaust Rh 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 145629 ShksldHeat 24-041-02 Gasket Kohler CV18-CV26 (See Engine Breakdown) 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 SEATASSEMBLY KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 72050412 Bolt, Carnage 1/4o20 x 1-1/2 175134 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 123740X Sprig 7111(_616 Bolt 123976X Locknut, Range 1/4 Grade 5 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 124238X Cap Spdng Seat...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal, HoodJscat 177913 Decal, Panel Side 174969 RefleCtor LH. 177918 Decal, Engine 1779O9 Decal, Hood, R.H. 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 177910 Oecs_t Hood, LH. 177889 Decal, Gdlle 177917 Deca_, Engine HP LH 174970 Reflector RH...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 176263 Plunger Assembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 178..°81 Pin, Groove 12500002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 2t/32 x 1 x21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nyion 175830 Gdp, Handle, Fluted 175370 Link, Lift, L.H. 175371 Link, Lift, R.H.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr5 174348 Deck Weldment Mower 48 7478C616 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16unc x 1 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 72140608 46_9M Retainer Spring 155986 Bar Pnt Adj. Pin Head Rivet 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)
  • Page 50 ,Aj129 , :;0 r- m ::0_ ll_ealant (Joint d' etancheite) b'7.2OWSOOil. 78JJ OZ (OZ de 78.820 d, HuLIe) 127 - Seal rand O-ring Kit (Phoque 0 Somle Jeu)
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 HYDROGEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 178782 Arm, Brake 170_52 Side Housing, Assembly 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 17G553 Center Section, Assembly 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 17G35.4 Swashplate, Trunlen Machined 170417...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624 TYPE NUMBER65578 C_tItInNdDrEeRDHi rEi_ D 'SOIuL_:peNetRRe nE_ f /HrEdR I .j.I O--11 fp_,. _ '-_,_j-'...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624 TYPE NUMBER 65578 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-O33-01-S Kit, breather COverw/gasket Seat, oil front 24-032-01 (includes 2-4) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breattier (USE: Miniblock 24 782 24) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather Fittin 24-294-13-S 25-139-60-S...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624 TYPE NUMBER 65578 IGNITIONIELECTRICA L BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I [_'allumaoe ou IFlectrl(]ue _labitation de souffleur el Ddcalentl...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624TYPE NUMBER 65578 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (includes 2-4,and 24 113 (IncL 2-4) 18-S) 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3) M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16 24-100-02-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624TYPE NUMBER 65578 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM I Moteut Contr61e I_marrant Svst_me I 01L PAN I LUBRICATION I De L'HuIle Pan Lubrlficatlon...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624TYPE NUMBER 65578 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Pan, oil assernbty 24-199-07-S M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange (includes 2-10) MEx1.25xE0 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange 25-098-0E-S Starter, s_eno d sh ft M6x1.0x25 2) aSSembly _.lncludes 4-7) M-631005-S...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV624 TYPE NUMBER65578 EXHAUST Vilebrequin CRANKSHAFT Echappement I 2--_ FUELSYSTEM =uel Svst_mel <._,...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272243 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624TYPE NUMBER 65578 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPT]ON 24-014-42-5 Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-553-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly EXHAUST (For information only not available separately) PART...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not...
  • Page 64 For repairofmajor brandappr_ances In your own home... nomatterwho made it,no matterwhosoldit! WWW,_QI_,(XXI"I For repairofcarry-in products likevacuums,lawnequipment, a nd electronics,call for the nearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 ,_pme,day orn_t (U.SAo_) Forthereplacement parts,accessoriesand ownersmanuals thatyou need todo-it-yourself, callSears PartsDirecP'! 1-800-366-PART 6am.-11p.m., 7days a _eek (1-8oo-,366-7278) (usa ub, y)