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Craftsman 917.274961 Owner's Manual

21.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
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21.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.274961
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
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, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon. Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordedng ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the dute of purchase, ff 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 cutting mach ne is capable,of amputating han.ds and tae_t_d. throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety mstrusnons coU,u resu m serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re- machine before starting.
  • Page 4 IU. CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence ot childmn. • Keep nuts and belts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specificationsof the manufacturer of • Avoid starling or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS clans and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. IASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS Please read and retain this manual. The ;APACITY UNLEADED instructionswill enable you to assemble NDTYPE: REGULAR and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". OILTYPE SAE 10W30 API-SF-SJ):...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Steering Wheel Steedng Wheel Insert Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Mower (2)Flanged (1)Front Plat e_ .'__ Assembly (2) Retainer Springs (single loop} (5) Retainer Springs (double loop} Gauge Wheels Gauge _,Jj) 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (2) Washers Shoulder Wheels...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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: Operation

    TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See INSTALL SEAT Operation section for location and Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat _II=WARNING: Before starting read, washer secudng seat to cardboard understand and follow all instructions in packing and set aside for assembly of the Operation section of this manual.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. Be sure tractor is on level surface and 9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis mower suspension arms are raised with bracket under left footrest and retain attachment lift control.
  • Page 11 V'CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: ,/All assembly instructionshave been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/"Battery is properly prepared and charged.
  • 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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT I',,I,@ 0 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to famitiarize yourself with the locations of various controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Ammeter Ignition witch Choke Switch Control Attachment Clutch Throttle...
  • Page 14 The operation ofany tractor canresult inforeign o bjects thrown i nto 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 spectac es or standard safety g asses.
  • Page 15 2. Lower mower with attachment lift The cutting height range is approximately control. 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- 3. Start mower blades by engaging sured from the ground to the blade tip attachment clutch control. with the engine not running. These TO STOP MOWER BLADES - heights are approximate and may vary disengage attachment clutch control...
  • Page 16 Use an appropriate means of tying hood 4_WARNING: Experience indicates that to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
  • Page 17 PURGETRANSMISSION • The attachmentsand grounddrive can now be used. if the engins doe6 notaccept the load, restartthe engk_eand allowit to _ILCAUTION: Never engage or disengage warm up for one minuteusingthe choke freewheel lever while the engine is running. as described above. To ensure proper operationand perfor- manse, it is recommended that the trans- COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°...
  • Page 18 MOWINGTIPS • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave • Tire chains cannot be used when the undesirable clumps. Allow grass to mower housing is attached to tractor, dry before mowing. • Mower should be properly leveled for •...
  • Page 19 sc.ooo.o c_k_ Prim.r, V' I/ CheCk Operator P_mce L®r_. c,,. R cle= sa_,y =_a ro_ b, / Check Tmr_axle Cooling Adju=B_* _(s) T_n¢o. AdlL_ N D_VeBeltls) T_'_ k_ fl_s Cle_'_Air Screen _0e_ Muffk_r/Sp_rk A_t_ Oe_n AirFita_ I_#= C_lN._r (l_equipped) Clean Engine CoOling Fins Replace Air RR_ pape_ Cartridge 3.
  • Page 20 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and TRACTOR flat washer in exact order as shown. Always observe safety mias when perform- 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. ing any maintenance. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat If tractor requiresmore then six (6) feet treated.
  • Page 21 Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade NOTE: The originalequipment battery on according to your expected operating yourtractor is maintenance free. Do not temperature. attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERYAND TERMINALS Corrosionand dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak"...
  • Page 22 CLEAN A IRSCREEN Airscreen must b ekept free ofdirtand chaff toprevent engine damage from Cartddge Plate overheating. Clean with a wire brush or Rubber compressed air to remove dirt and Seal stubborn dded gum fibers. Knob_ Foam CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Pre-Cleaner To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other...
  • Page 23 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position. 3. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. AUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 5.
  • Page 24 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL To obtain the best cutting results, the IN LENGTH mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8 =to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Bottom Edge of BottomEdgeot Nut "G"...
  • Page 25 MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION lO.Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves 9. Install belt in both idlers. Make sure properly. belt is in both bolt keepers at the idlers 11 .Reconnect spring to bolt in mower as shown.
  • Page 26 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there The motion control lever has been preset is a belt installation guide decal on at the factory and adjustment should not bctlom of left footrest.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    TO ADJUST TOE-IN - 1. Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod. Washers__ Retaining 2. Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is 1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension "B". I\ Irff? \II 3. Tighten jam nuts securely. FRONT WHEEL CAMBER The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor.
  • Page 28 TO REPLACE FUSE REPLACING BA'n'ERY Replace with 30 amp automotive-type _ILCAUTION: Do not short battery ping-in fuse. The fuse holderis located terminals by allowing a wrench or any behind the dash. other object to contact both terminals at TO ADJUST A'I'rACHMEI_" L|FT the same time.
  • Page 29 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL ENGINE The choke control has been preset at the Maintenance, repair, or replacement of factory and adjustment should not be the emission control devices and sys- necessary, check adjustment as described tems, which are being done at the below before loosening cable.
  • Page 30 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR 2. Idle speed settina - With throttle The carburetor has been present at the control lever in slow position, engine factory and adjustment should not be should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine necessary, However, minor adjustment idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed may be required to compensate for adjusting screw in or out until correct...
  • Page 31 Also, expedanca indicates that alcohol immediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 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 33 TROUBLESHOO_NG CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORREC_ON 1. Set in "Higher Cut" positiorV Loss_power 1. Cufingtoomuchgms_oo fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt, ddve belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley, 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4.
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,274961 sCHEMATIC...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Baltery 74760412 Bo;t Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Batter/ 145211 Bctt 114-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battew Dash Mourd 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166184 Harness SccXet Light W 4152J 4152J...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ISO 12_...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail, Frame RH 175282 Drawhar, Gt 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 163976X428 Dash 157882 Dash. Lower Vgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 114-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Battery 175259X558...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.274961 GROUND DRIVE 38 37 1 il...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9396E Key Sq. 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15" $1_561210 Pin, Cotter 142918 O-Ring Asm. Hydro 14C507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 156240 Spacer Shilt Lever VGTH 140080 Boft, Hub 156104 Washer Nylon HighTemp...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917,274961 STEERING...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 STEERING KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Steerlng 178557 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease t61849 Spindle AXm, LH 181848 Spinole Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race "llvust Harden 121748X Washer 28/3_ x %5/8 x 16 G& 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232_X Cap, Spindle...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT J...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION ..Engine (See Breakdown) Kshler Model No. CV624-65577 149723 Muffler 121361X Puliey V÷ldhir 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine 175288 Bushing 170056 Clutch Electdc 143996 Pu_ey Engine VGT Ehict Clutsh 151346 Tan}( Fuel Rear 3,50 Yt/Gt 96 10_27X Pad Spacer 106082X...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 SEAT A SSEMBLY pART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Caniage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140651 Bracket, pivot Seat 134300 Spacer, Split 14_675 Strap, Fender 121250X Spring, Cprsn 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123_76X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr.
  • Page 47 1603.97 Decal V-Belt Schem ENGAsm 178993 OecalEngine Hp 1717(_ Decal Hood RH CraJtsman 177423 DecaJDash Panel 171703 Decal Hood LH Craftsman 138047 Decal Batted/ 14_837 Decal Broke Par king Saddle 101_02X Reltectm, Taillight 133644 Decal MaJntenance 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 LIFTASSEMBLY 35 73 32 31 • "_.. 19 18...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 177535 Shatt Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Ult Rh 12(_00022 E*Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x t-1/4 x 16 Ga. 71110624 BoR, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Gdp, Handle Fluted...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 917.274961 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 917.274961 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 156948 DeckWeldrnentMower 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 1384,57 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 4939M Retainer Spdng 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 144917...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR- M ODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 9 17,274961 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 PARr PARr DESCRIP]ION DESCRIPI_0N 161122 Math Housing Assembly 169535 Batl Brg 6205-1 178317 R.H. Housing Assembly 161157 Seal 1 "ld X 2.0472" X 0.375" 169522 Center Section Assembly 161153 Shaft, Axte 161125 Spacer 142884...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624S,TYPE NUMBER 65577 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I _D13 1_ ,p Ila...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624S, TYPE NUMBER 65577 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/ 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front _asket (Includes 2, 3, 5) Crankcase USE: Mialblock 24-041-23-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624S,TYPE NUMBER65577 BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES _NITION/ELECTRICAL e---5 _-,,_ AIR INTAKE J...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624S, TYPE NUMBER 65577 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/CHARGING KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, I_ower (_ncl. 2-4) (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3)
  • Page 58 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624S, TYPE NUMBER 65577 _TARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS J OIL PAN I LUBRICATION...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624S,TYPE NUMBER65577 OIL PAN/1.UBRICATIO N STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION M-839080-S Screw. hex. flange 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly (Includes 2-10) MSx1.25x80 25-098-08-S Starter, soenold shift M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange (Includes 4-7) M6x1.Ox25...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624S, TYPE NUMBER 65577 EXHAUSTJ CRANKSHAF'rJ FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.274961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624S, TYPE NUMBER 65577 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART DESCRtPTtON DESCRIPTION 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup _ndiudes 2-4) 24-041-15-S _asket, carburetor 24-053-25 Cafouretor asser_ For informalion...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ____.. o.,_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 '), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 64 For repairofmajorbrand appliances in your own home... no matterwho made it.no matterwhosold it] 1-600-4-MY-HOME _ ,a.._al_chy orr_jht (l-aoo-46g-4663) (u.s.A. a _d Canada) _Jle_t_aCOIlR W_AI_/,S£_I_.Ca For repairofcarry-in products bikevacuums,lawnequipment, a nd electronics, callfor the nearestSears Partsand Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 An,!_ne, _y u right ( U.S J_ody) wwwJBea,,JLCOrn For thereplacementparts, accessoriesand owner'smanuals that you need to do-it-yourself,call Sears PartsDIrectS_l...