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ICRRFTSMIIN°I
17.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.273383
This product
has a mowemission
engine
which operates
differentmy from previously
buimt engines.
Before you start the
engine,
read and understand
this Owner's
Manuak
Read and follow aH 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, Men =Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
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- Page 1 Call: Read and follow aH Safety 1-800°659°5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am = 5 pm, Men =Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 MaintenanceSchedule......18 Warranty..........2 Serviceand Adjustments.....23 Safety Rules.......... 3 ProductSpecifications......6 Storage..........29 AssemblyPre-Operation ......8 Troubleshooting ........30 Operation..........11 Repair Parts......... 34 Sears Service......B ack Cover Maintenance ........18 LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual, Sears will repair or replacefree of charge any parts that are found to be defectivein materialor workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelistedbelow.Searswill...
- Page 3 JiVIPORTANT: 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- ,_WARNJNG: In order to prevent 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 limbs, etc. machine. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. even terrain could overturn the machine.
- 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 Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
- Page 6 Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (GAP: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: chase. Your new Craftsman® product (MPH): Reverse: designed and manufactured for years dependable operation. But like all prod- Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI ucts, it may require...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 1/4-28 Extension Steering j Shaft Steering Steering Boot _ ' Wheel Adapter Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob...
- 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Pivot seat and pan forward and as- tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate semble adjustment knob and fiat instruction below to remove the tractor washer loosely. Do not tighten. from the skid. Lower seat into operating position sit in seat.
- Page 10 mNSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM (if previousmy removed) After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly Raise and hold deflector shield adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" upright position. the Service and Adjustments section Place front of mutcher...
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. o,. o REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED...
- Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHINS O WNER'SMANUAL AND SAFETY RULESBEFORE OPERATmNG Y OUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrations'withyour tractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof various controlsand adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference. ignition Switch Attachment CDtch Lever Light Switch Position Ammeter --::--.. .::. Throttb/Choke Control Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/Brake Pedal...
- Page 13 The operation of any tractor 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...
- Page 14 ,, The average lawn should be cut to ap- ', If stopping is absolutely necessary, push proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi- season and to over 3 inches during tion and engage parking brake. months.
- Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called rvIENTS gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) attract moisture which leads to separa- Tow only the attachments that are recom- tion and formation of acids during storage. mended by and comply with specifications Acidic gas can damage...
- Page 16 PURGE TRANSMISSmON COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) To ensure proper operation and per- When engine starts, allow engine formance, it is recommended that the to run with the throttle control in the transmission be purged before operating choke position...
- Page 17 MOWmNG TraPS MULCHmNG MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled mMPORTANT: For best performance, keep best mowing performance. See "TO mower housing free of built-up grass and LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this The special...
- Page 18 MA,.TE.A.CE SC.EOU'E FILL IN DATES /_/_X'x_'_/_ " AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_ _/_/O.Oq. 7" REGULAR SERVICE /_r/_'Ac_I_SERVICE DATES : hh :; kkBira:p r:::_;i° 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...
- Page 19 TRACTOR mMPORTANT: Toensure proper assembly, center hole in blade mustalign with star Alwaysobserve safety ruleswhen per- on mandrelassembly. forming any maintenance. 4. Reassemblebladebolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATmON and flat washer in exact orderas If tractor requiresmore than six (6) feet shown.
- Page 20 Keepbattery bolts tight. Keepsmall vent holes open. LUBRmCATmON Rechargeat 6-10 amperesfor 1 hour. Only use high quality detergent oil rated NOTE:The originatequipmentbattery on with API service classification SG-SL your tractor is maintenancefree. Do not Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade attemptto open or removecaps or covers.
- Page 21 Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. To open, pull out on the drain valve. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing __Hand[e inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.
- Page 22 m'vIUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- Keep finished surfaces and wheels free ate a fire hazard and/or damage. of all gasoline, oil, etc. SPARK PLUG(S) Protect...
- Page 23 WARNmNG: SERVmCE OR ADJUSTMENTS: TO AVOmD SERmOUS mNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMmNG Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely...
- Page 24 Push clutch cable housing guide into Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. equal in length. Place flat washer and clutch spring If links are not equal in length, adjust idler pulley...
- Page 25 BELT INSTALLATION Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust 1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys if necessary. If stopping distance and idler pulleys still greater than five (5) feet in highest Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves gear, further maintenance...
- Page 26 TRANSMmSSmON REMOVAL/ REPLACErvIENT Engine Pulley ..Shoutd your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged Clutching Idler _ after reinstallation and before operating tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERmNG WHEEL AUGN- MENT If steering...
- Page 27 If "jumper cables" are used for emergency Seat starting, follow this procedure: mMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES 1.
- Page 28 iMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result Maintenance, r epair,or replacement o f the if screw is turned in too tight. emissioncontroldevicesandsystems, w hich are beingdoneat the customers expense, PRELIMINARY SETTING may be performed by anynon-roadengine Air cleaner assembly must be assem-...
- Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTmON Will not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center _ROBLEi_ CORRECTmON CAUSE Loss of power Faulty spark plug. Clean and regap or change (continued) spark plug. Dirty fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in marluam unmess directed to Sears service center PROBLEi_I CORRECTmON CAUSE Poor grass Wet grass. Allow grass to dry before discharge mowing. Mower deck not level. Level mower deck. i(continued) Low/uneven tire air pressure. Check tires for proper pressure.
- Page 33 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 SCHEMATmC BATTERY FUSE AMMETER STARTER BLACK (OPTIONAL) WHITE ,O,C SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE ..• BLACK GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK (OPTIONAL) UNIT BLACK _._ IGNITION PLUG I //_ FUELI...
- Page 34 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 ELECTRmCAL...
- Page 35 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 ELECTRmCAL KEY PART DESCRmPTmON 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery Fender 176138 Switch, hterlock 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga, 11" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga, w/16 wire red 175158...
- Page 36 TRACTOR ° o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES .209 _209 _209 38_114 chassis-Laser-It.stlt...
- Page 37 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 187846X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw ThdroI 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X558...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 GROUND DRIVE 36 35 28 _ 252 25 78 76 drive.hydro,stlt...
- Page 39 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 GROUND DRmVE PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 134683 Keeper Belt Engine Spacer (See Breakdown) 137057 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga= 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 121749X STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD STD581075 E-Ring 10040400...
- Page 40 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 STEERmNG ASSEMBLY t- - ;_--_38 37---_-!" 91 _ steering pl.lt 42...
- Page 41 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 STEERmNG ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRmPTmON 186780 Steering Wheel 175131 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
- Page 42 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs=lcyl...
- Page 43 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170545 Control Throttle/Choke 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine Briggs Model 31C707-0230-E1 (See Breakdown) 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 313 IdTin Plated 148456 Tube Drain oil easy STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 169837...
- Page 44 "/ seat It.knob 9 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121246X 188716 Seat 3350 BIWbIk Craftsman Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 121248X 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2...
- Page 45 Decal Chass Disconnect DecaI, Customer Maintenance 184730 Decat Hood Side LT1000 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 184899 184310X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT DecaI, Fender, Craftsman 156439 184311X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal, Fender Danger 193239 138047 Decal, Battery Owner's Manual, English...
- Page 46 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 LmFTASSEMBLY 18 20...
- Page 47 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 LmFTASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm HnnerSpring W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21Ga. 120183X Bearing Nytong 125631X Grip HandIe Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865 Link Asm Lift LH.
- Page 48 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 MOWERDECK 42 D man-t-path stlt 3...
- Page 49 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTION Screw, Thd= Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 165892 Mower Deck AssembIy, 42" 137729 Washer, Hardened STD533107 Bolt 133944 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 unc 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 139888 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Front 184907 Washer, Hardened...
- Page 50 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 ':::::::x:<...
- Page 51 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE ° ° MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772151 Cover LH. 786196 Spacer .625.765 770135 Case 792201 Spring 776355 Counter Shaft 792154 OH FilI Hug 778263 Spur Gear 11T 788088A Oil Seal 3/4" 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 792141...
- Page 52 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230°E1 718 _ lOI'114:_ 584_ 307_ 1264_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 868 (_ 943 0 20@ 6170 691_ 1266 0 524 @ 8420 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 1036 EMISSION LABEL...
- Page 53 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230°E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 617 0 1022 51_2'_ 238 O 1022 6170 6240 1022 1023 4o4,_ _ 614, /_ 267 _'...
- Page 54 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230°E1 108A 634A,_ 1091 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 1266A O 987(_ 104 _ 1270 231'_' 276@ 105 _ 137_=_ 1266 0 93'_ 1060 6170 634 e 95 e' 117,_ 1266A O 1266 0...
- Page 55 TRACTOR oo MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230°E1 305A _ 1267 803_ 310 1 ___1 579_46 _ 797 "_ 1070 801A_ lO0_ 1044_ 1783A.@. 544A 31o_ 1051& 803A NOTE: For Replacement S_er Moto_ See Re.fence 309.
- Page 56 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31CT07,TYPE NU_,_BER 0230=E1 PART PART DESCRmPTmON DESCRiPTiON 697174 Cylinder Assembly 697492 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 391086 Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 697190 Carburetor 697106 Sump-Engine 695005 Plug-Welch 698147...
- Page 57 TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273383 BRJGGS & STRATTON ENGiNE=MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230°E1 PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 690968 ,,+ Seal-Valve 697122 Elbow-Intake 495877 Kit-Pinion Spring 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator 691261...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. & 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Homd page before you so that its melt edge is vertically paraffem to a tree trunk or other upright structure.
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