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Craftsman 917.276140 Owner's Manual

Garden tractor 26.0 hp, 54" mower electric start automatic transmission
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Owner's Manual
CRRFTSMRN °
GARDEN TRACTOR
26.0 HP, 54" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.276140
[_
his 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
th_ 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 th_ product, Call: 1 800 659 5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Warranty

    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: General 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 direct discharged material WARNING: 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 • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, the truck or trailer and refuel it on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel ground. If this is not possible,then spillage and remove any fuel-soaked refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable debris.
  • Page 6 Champion QC12YC AGREEMENTS (Gap: .040") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: 0-5.8 chase. Your new Craftsman® product (MPH): Reverse: 0-2.1 designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Steering Extension Steering Steering Sleeve Shaft Wheel Wheel Insert Adapter Nose Roller Gauge Wheels __._____ (4) Adjusting (2) Locknu! (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Washers (4) Locknut 3/8-16 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (2)Hex Bolts N__r_ 5/16-18 x 1 (4) Wheels...
  • 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 3. Placeseat on seat pan so head of TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See shoulderbolt is positionedover large Operation section for location slottedhole in pan. function of controls) 4. Push down on seat to engageshoulder _WARNING: Before starting, read, un- bolt in slot and pull seat towardsrear of derstand and follow all instructions in the tractor.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing MOWER DECK all mower pulley grooves. The gauge wheels are designed to keep Slide mower under tractor until it is the mower deck in proper position when centered...

  • Page 11: Check Tire Pressure

    Belt Tension Rod g Bracket Disengaged Position Electric Clutch Pulley Front Plate Assembly Double Loop Gauge Retainer Springs Wheel Front Mower Bracket Flanged Pin- Position Notch Vertically Rear Mower Pins Deflector Shield CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ¢" No remaining loose parts in carton. ¢"...
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP...
  • Page 13 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 various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Choke Control Ignition Switch Position Ammeter...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety SAFETY GLASSES glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a...
  • Page 15 The cuttingheight range is approximately TO OPERATE MOWER 1-1/2"to 4-1/2". The heightsare mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the groundto the blade tip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the enginenot running. These heights by the operator to leave the seat with the are approximateand may vary depending engine...
  • Page 16 TO TRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the When pushing or towing your tractor, oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengage transmission by placing section of this manual). freewheel control in freewheeling position.
  • Page 17 Place the motion control lever in Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release neutral. Release the parking brake key as soon as engine starts. let the brake slowly return to operating not run starter continuously for more position.
  • Page 18 Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2)speed. Disengage parking brake. Slowly move motion control lever for- ward, after the tractor moves approxi- mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _o'_o_°_,' F,LL ,. OATES As You COMPLETE REGULAR SERV,CE OA-'-ES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 11_'5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 11_'3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals i,,' Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated. Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION Blade AMsanedmr ebl Iy If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then...
  • Page 21 Remove terminal guard. Check your engine oil level more frequent- Disconnect BLACK battery cable first ly to avoid possible engine damage from then RED battery cable and remove running low on oil. battery from tractor. Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- Rinse the battery with plain water and...

  • Page 22: Clean Air Screen

    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 grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- used more than 100 hours in one year.
  • Page 23 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 24 TO INSTALL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, make adjust- ment on one side of mower only. Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the As- • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side.
  • Page 25 Tightennut "C"on both front linksan TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT equal number of turns.The two front MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL links must remain equal in length. When distance"B" is 1/8"to 1/2" lower Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT The electric clutch should provide years Park the tractor on level surface. Engage of service. The clutch has a built-in brake parking brake. For ease of service there is that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, FRONT WHEEL away from fuel tank and battery. Block up axle securely. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE Remove axle cover, retaining ring and ORDER washers to allow wheel...
  • Page 28 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL Raise hood. The choke control has been preset at the Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the factory and adjustment should not be nec- backside of the grill. essary. Check adjustment as described Replace...
  • Page 29 blended fuels (called gasohol or using Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- 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 _WARNING:...

  • 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. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Place throttle control Poor grass Engine speed too slow• discharge "FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast• Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass• 3.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 SCHEMATIC RED OIIIo BLACK SOLENOID 28VOLTS AC @ 3600RPM CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT FUEL SHUT-OFF _6 AMP DO @ 3600 RPM REGULATOR ........... SOLENOID IALTERNATOR HEADLIGHTS SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS POSITION CIRCUIT NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED IGNITION SWITCH CLIPS WERE...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 ELECTRICAL KEY 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 Push-In 175688...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 167 _ _156 169 j <Y "17 chassis-stealth II 2...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 180375 Rail, Frame RH 175282 Drawbar, 73680700 Nut 7/16-14 187934X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 184668 Support, Battery 175260X615 Hood Asm 121794X...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 GROUND DRIVE 153_ ¢ " --143 drive 6-vgt...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Hydro Gear 73680700 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 Fastener Christmas Tree 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 133835 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 141004 Bracket Shift 7563R Washer Thrust 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear STD561210 Pin, Cotter 154739...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 STEERING ,,.31 i I I I II /" >...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 184946X505 Cap, Spindle 74781044...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 ENGINE l SPARK ARRESTER KIT 1 engine ELS 3-vgt KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490636 ScrewTT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 unc Engine Briggs Model No. 446777- 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 unc 0244-E1 (See Breakdown) 149723 126197X Washer 1-1/20D...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat 1-vgt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188714 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender Assembly 123740X Spring, Cprsn 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr.

  • Page 44: Wheels And Tires

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164094 Decal Dash 164065 Decal Insert Strg 149516 Decal Battery DNGR/PSN 138047 Decal Battery 181470 Decal Deck Level ENG Asm 186242 Decal Hood RH 189248 Decal Engine Logo 186243 Decal Hood LH 106202X Reflector, Taillight...

  • Page 45: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 LIFT ASSEMBLY 3573 @__34 85 / 12_._ __--_ __26 lift rh 17 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 155097 Pointer, Height indicator 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 123935X Plug, Hole...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR ""MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 MOWER DECK mower_deck'54-1...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276140 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 187295 Deck Weldment Mower 188460 Pulley Idler Clutching 4939M Retainer Spring 155986 Bar Pnt Adj. 187297 Cover Mandrel 156941 Pin Head Rivet 188187 Cover Mandrel 187342 Baffle Right 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 II1\ 101.. 157\ (_144 121 _ SEALANt 20W50 KIT, SEAL...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 Part Part Description Description 161122 Kit, housing main Gear, differential bevel (3I 0-3000) Main housing Gear, differential bevel pinion Lip seal (310-3000) Flange bearing Shaff, differential (310-3000) Trunnion bushing Plate, differential thrust (3I 0-3000) Cradle bearing...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0244-E1 lO_,11_ 445_ 1222267 1019 LABEL 2_32 26CO 12GT _ 865A_ 447A /_46 5231 _ 447A t017 1035 1027 1095 VALVE GASKET 276@ 1330 REPAIR MANUAL [ 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0244-E1 38 _l_ 1022 1029 1100 798_::_ 914'_ 383 _(35 1054_ 240_ ................385_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 672_ !_'3"_"'" F 108_ I _1 130 98, 11_S0 _142 1128 818_ lO8"m'_-"...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0244-E1 lO7O_ _ L851 75 @ 573 _ 1119 _ 358 ENGINE GASKET 3Cc_ 868 _) 943 0 51 _ 1022 524 @ 163 _ 276 @...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0244-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 699753 Cylinder Assembly 699729 Tube-FueITransfer 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 690994 O:1: Gasket-Float Bowl Side) 699722 Kit-Choke Shaft 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 699726 O Nozzle-Carburetor 699747 Sump-Engine 690979...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0244-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover-Air Guide 697820 Screw (Back Plate) 865B 691015 •+ Seal-Valve Plate-Carburetor 690968 690999 Screw (Rocker Cover) 698754 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 691127 Hose-Vacuum 691003 Screw(Air Guide Cover) 694000 Screw (Choke Control Bracket) 447A 690960...
  • 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.
  • Page 56 Your Home _iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:i For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, HHHHHHHHHHi_ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii HHHHHHHHHH lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii no matter made it, no matter sold iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ For the replacement parts, accessories...

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