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Craftsman 917.272922 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 20.0 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
20.0 HI:', 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.272922
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
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differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
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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 about this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 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 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 W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC Congratulations on making a smart pur- (Gap: .040") chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is iGround Speed Forward: designed and manufactured for years of i(MPH): Reverse: dependable operation. But like all products,...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel © Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Sleeve Shaft Steering Steering Steering Wheel Insert (1) Locknut 1/2-20 ® (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Seat _Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Cassette 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 proper tightness.
  • Page 9 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate Label instruction below to remove the tractor "7 from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po- INSTALL SEAT...
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- (If previously removed) tor, check to see that the brake is properly 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in upright position. the Service and Adjustments section of 2.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL...
  • Page 12 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. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever...
  • Page 13 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 I 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 spectac es.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- Attachment Attachemnt proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool Lever season and to over 3 inches during hot "Engaged" High Position Position months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
  • Page 15 Transmission Engaged _CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can...
  • Page 16 WARMWEATHERSTARTING(50° F and PURGE TRANSMISSION above) _CAUTION: Never engage or dis- 8. Whenengine starts, slowly pushchoke engage freewheel lever while the engine controlin until the engine beginsto is running. run smoothly.If the enginestarts to To ensure proper operation and per- run roughly,pull the chokecontrolout formance, it is recommended that the...
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • Mower should be properly leveled for mower housing free of built-up grass and best mowing performance. See "TO trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,_,_ _-_ ,_,_ _ _-_. ,_ AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERV,CE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Check for Loose Systems Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _/# 3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle...
  • Page 19 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. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 20 V-BELTS BATTERY Check V-belts for deterioration and wear Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. ever, periodic charging of the battery with Replace belts if they begin to slip from an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 Oil Drain Valve IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterio- Closed and _ ration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Lockee AS I Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry Position_ /"...
  • Page 22 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER CLEANING The fuel filter should be replaced once • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. each season. If fuel filter becomes of all foreign matter. clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu- • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free retor, replacement is required.
  • Page 23 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 24 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT 6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to spring. side. If the following front-to-back adjust- 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both bracket, slide collar onto guide and front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side.
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST BRAKE BELT 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on 2. Measure distance between brake oper- level surface.
  • Page 26 4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed Carefully remove belt upwards from to get to adjustment bolt, move mower transmission input pulley and over deck height to the lowest position. cooling fan blades. After above adjustment is made, if the 5.
  • Page 27 4. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. Weak or Dead Fully Charged Washers...
  • Page 28 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL Loose or damaged wiring may cause The choke control has been preset at the your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or factory and adjustment should not be nec- prevent it from starting. essary.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and _will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the tractor formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 30 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. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 3. Clean underside of mower Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center _ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION _ower blades will 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. _ot rotate (con't) drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE AMMETER STARTER BLACK '© C> (OPTIONAL) WHETE SOLENOID CLUTCH ! BRAKE (PEDAL WHETE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH BLACK BLACK BL_CK (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING ATT'MENT CLUTCH 7 CONNECTOR SPARK • (OPTIONAL) BLACk IGNITION...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER !117.272922 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Belt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 176138 Switch Interlock 175688 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser -It,stlt...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/6-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 172105X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X558 Hood Assembly...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro Hydro Gr 314-0510 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 165866 Red Shift Fender Adjust 137057 Spacer STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 STEERING ASSEMBLY t- - _-------38 _ _39 j)--1 _='-"-'- steering..pl.lt...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 175131 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bsintek-twin PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Control Throt Paddle 73920600 170546 Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf Screw Hex Thd Cut 137180 17720408 Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear 1/4-20 x 5/8T 157103 Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs 161696...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 SEAT ASSEMBLY \\\\ ..- 16 seat It.knob 1 KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 td 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uncx 1 1343O0...
  • Page 44 138311 Decal Lift Handle 186438 Decal Replacement Srs 165800X428 Pad Footrest Lh STLT 179128 Decal Deck 184899 Decal Fender Craftsman 165799X428 Pad Footrest Rh STLT 187807 156811 Decal Fender STLTH Oper lnst Manual, Owner's (English) 187808 Manual, Owner's (Spanish) PART...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 LIFT ASSEMBLY Iiff-rh,lpiece PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 173288 Link Front 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Uric 12000002 E Ring 19211621...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 MOWER DECK _/67 151 158_ ,146 117_ 118_ 15-_ j112 119 j 42 D man*t_pa h stlt 3,...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Housing 165723 Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Belt 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 149846 Front 144959 V-Belt 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" STD541437 Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc STD624008...
  • Page 48 119- _126 -L ,,,,, 1 €ID _\ 44...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Rotor, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Brake Actuating Pin 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 142887...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 2e5 [_ 1019 LABEL KIT 24[_ © 447A 447A 287 _/_ 1017_ _212 929A 1035 1027 53 1 1095 VALVE GASKET 868 '_ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 1036 EMISSION LABEL...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 35 O 1022 1029 1100 1029_ 1100_98_ 914_ 24o_ 3o5. _73_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 552 @ 552A 105 _ 1123 _ 552A 117 _ 1124 _ 137 _ 9TTCARBURETOR GASKET...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 573 _ 358 ENGINE GASKET KIT 510J 783 513_ 943 _ 51 _ 1022842 311797_-797 276 @ 697_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Jet-Main (High Altitude) 690231 Cylinder Assembly 690989 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 499811 Carburetor 391086 ,Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 499804 Valve-Throttle 690069 Sump-Engine 690993...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover-Air Guide 808656 Pump-Fuel 865A 691014 690442 Cover-Air Guide Washer (Governor Crank) 865B 691015 690960 *+ Seal-Valve Screw (Back Plate) 690968 690999 Plate-Carburetor 691127 Screw (Rocker Cover)
  • 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...
  • Page 56 Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling 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. For Sears professional installation of home appliances...

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