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Owner's Manual
II:RAFTSMnN°I
23.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No,
917.275030
e Safety
• Assembly
s Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment,
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about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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- Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sear• Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment, 5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubdcated 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 matedal or workmanship.
- Page 3 MPORTANT This cutt ng mach ne is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the fo low ng safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss- instructions in the manual and on the ot-control and tipover accidents, which...
- Page 4 IlLCHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed area. Tragic a ccidents can occur if the operator • 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 equipment in good condition.
- Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so _I,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 specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.
- Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. instruc, t ic, n t- ..',ill enable you to assemble GASOLINE 3.5 GALLON_5 ,_i_df,,_ihi,_, y_,ur tractor properly. CAPACITY UNLEADED Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". ANDTYPE: REGULAR REPAIR AGREEMENT OILTYPE SAE 10W30 A Repair Agreement is available on this API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) product.
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steenng Sleeve E_ension Steering Wheel Insert Steenng Sleeve Seat (1) Washer (_) 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (2_ s_o_=_,_= Whee,s (2) Centerlock Nuts (2) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Video Cassette For Future Use...
- 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 IN'STALL SEAT TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. function of controls) Remove adjustment knob and flat 1. Press lift lever plungerand raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachmentlift lever to itshighest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
- Page 10 10.Turn height adjustment knob clock- iNSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT wise to remove slack from mower Be sure tractor is on level m_rfae_ -_nd :, i i "_E_iOrl' mo_w_r suspension arnl_, ara (a_ w_t_l 11. Raise deck to highest position. attachment lift control.
- Page 11 V' CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new _r_ctor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product. Please review the following checklist: All assembly instructions have been completed. J No remaining loose parts in cation. J 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. A. = BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
- Page 13 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with yourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwiththe locationsof variouscontrolsand adjustments, Save this manual for futurereference. Ignition Switch Position Ammeter Attachment Throttle Control Switch Plunger Clutch/Brake Attachment Lift Lever , Brake Control Adjustment Knob...
- 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 spectac|es or standard safety glasses.
- Page 15 3. Start mower blades by engaging cutting height range is approximately attachment clutch control. 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- TO STOP MOWER BLADES - sdred from the ground to the blade tip disengage attachment clutch control, with the engine not running. These _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower heights are approximate and may vary...
- Page 16 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- _,WARNING: Experience indicates that MENTS elcoho_ blended fuels (called gasoho_ or using ethanol or methanol) can attract Tow only the attachments that are moisture which leads to separation and recommended by and comply with formation of acids during storage. Acidic specifications of the manufacturer of your gas can damage the fuel system of an tractor.
- Page 17 • The attachments and ground ddve can • Ddve so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have now be used. If the engine does not -accept the load, restart the engine and the cut area to the right of the tractor. allow it to warm up for one minute This will result in a more even distribu- using the choke as described above.
- Page 18 "MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _/_/_'_/:'_/_,/1_ COMPLETE _,_¢'_ _q_" _',_ Check Brake Operation i tl_ Check Tire PreP,sure i I_ i CheCk Operator Presence InterlOCk Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Rep4ace MOWer Blades rl_'4 Lubrication Chart CheCk Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals ChqJCk Trar_axle Cooling Adjust IBlacNJBelt(s) Tension...
- Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, Always observe safety rules when center hole in blade must align with star p_rtorming any maintenance. on mandrel assembly. BRAKE OPERATION 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
- Page 20 • Keep batter,/and terminals clean. SAE VISCOSITY GRAOES • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The odginal equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free, Do not Change the oil after every 50 hours of attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
- Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Cartndge Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Foam Pre-Cleaner c_aff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or Cartridge compressed air to remove dirt and Rubber stubborn dried gum fibers. Seal CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS...
- Page 22 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6.
- Page 23 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut IN LENGTH will change mower height about 3/16". • "Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side.
- Page 24 Mower Blade L.H. Screws Electric L.H. Ddve Belt Center Mandrel Idler Clutch Mandrel_,.,_ Malndrel R.H. Mandrel J_ _ .-',._,I_'_- Cover Bo_in Idler Arm [_L<_/_ Spring I_._ Mandrel swayBar ' q_/ I\ Bracket Idl "'"' Mower Pulle_ Ddve Belt TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH Keepe_ The electric clutch should provide years...
- Page 25 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment. distance as stated above. Readjust if Clutching Flat Idler, - necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, Engine further maintenance is necessary. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
- Page 26 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - Adjustment Sleeves 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
- Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY KiP° NU! 1. Raise hood. 2, Unsnap headlight wire connector, _ ;_ _ -_1_ 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at Terminal He× sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of Door----_.'_ _*_----_ Positive...
- Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL 2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) closing it finger The choke control has been preset at the tight and then turn out (counterclock- fact_'y and adjustment should not be wise) 1 tum. necessary, check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable.
- Page 29 experiance 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 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART _ROBLEM ',-,_; _-,-_:_ _RRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. 4.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throtfie in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower, housing.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PBOBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction, not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3, Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4.
- Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.275030 SCHEMATIC BAKERY SOLENOID AMMETER WWIT_b STARTER _(OPTIONAL) WH I_ _• _. =,_ _rr£ : (2)-- j )BSI ELECTRIC CLUTCH _NITIOI, 3WITCH _e_= OPERATOR L ..RELAY #1 SEAT SWITCH RELAY #1 E(_CK (NOT OCCUPIED) UNE : _"...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 ELECTRICAL 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" 153664 Switch Intedock Push-In 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 4152J...
- Page 36 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 9 17.275030 CHASSIS A NDENCLOSURES...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.275030 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175465 RaiI, FrameRH 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 175282 Drawbar, Gt 175315 Bracket Asm,, Fender 73680700 Nut, CrownlockHex7/16-14UNC 17490620 Screw ThdroL 3/8o16 x 1-1/4 1 ¢o3976X428 DashYTGT2Cyl t9131614 Washer...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.275030 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 15_035 Nyliner 17490508 Screw ThdrOl 5/16-18 x 3/4 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 STC541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16...
- Page 40 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 STEERING ASSEMBLY 1313_...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 WheeI,Steedng 175278 Axle Asm., Front 6855M FIttlng, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12(X)0029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.275030 ENGINE _737 ISPARKARRESTERKIT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler 18012800 Washer Split Model No. CV674-75544 12_87X ClampHc_e 149723 Muffler 17490636 Screw _ 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC 121361X PuUey V-Idler 17490664 Screw Tr 3/8-16x4 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - oMODEL NUMBER 917.275030 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 123740X Spdng,Cprsn 14G651 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 140675 Strap, Fender 19171912 Wacher17i32xl-3/16x12Ga. 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 166369 Knob, Seat 1450G6...
- Page 44 Decal, Insed Strg Decal, Maintenance 167166 Decal, Fender 138047 DeCal, Battery 177416 10620__X Reflector, Taillight Decal, Engine 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 138311 DeCal, Handle Lit Height 156439 Decal, Fender Danger Adjust (Lift Handle) 4900J 157199X428 Pad, Footrest Decal, Clutch/Brake 146047...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.275030 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm;, Lever 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 177535 Shaft Asm. Lift Vgt 130171 Trunnton 159189 Lever Asm. Lift Rh 73680800 Nut, Crowdiock 1/2-13 Unc 120000_2 E-RlngTruarc#5133-87...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBE R 917.275030 MOWER DECK...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.275030 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156990 Mower Deck Weldment 50 156085 Keeper, Belt idler STD541413 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-15 131494 Pulley, Idler Flat 72110506 Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 3/4 136572 Pulley, Ddven 7631J Runner, Mower LH STD533107 Bolt, Cardage...
- Page 48 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 TRANSAXLE B4-_...
- Page 49 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER917.275030 TRANSAXLE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Beadng 121300034 Retaining Ring 4220R Thrust Beadng Race Final Drive Gear 42_R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low 4199R 4216R Differential Gear 4213R 4th Reduclion Gear Differential Pinion 4442R 3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer 4215B...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674,TYPE NUMBER 75544 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER 4--t5 r -_...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front gasket (Includes 2, 3) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather USE: Miniblock 24 782 14) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294°13-S...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESJ AIR INTAKE J...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (includes (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 2-4) 18-S) 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (3) M-403025-S Screw, hex.
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 STARTING SYSTEM C_--1t...
- Page 55 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly M-839080-S Screw hex. flange (includes 2-10} M8xf.25x80 M.645025-S Screw, hex flange 25-098-08-S Starter, solenod shfl M6x1.0x25 (2) Includes 4-7) M.631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 EXHAUSTI CRANI(SHAFTJ FUELSYSTEMJ "lI...
- Page 57 TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.275030 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-61 -S K_t, carburetor w/gaskets 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) _ncludes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041 -15-S asket, carburetor 24-053-61 Carburetor assembly (For EXHAUST information only not available separately) PART...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HELL SIGHTING _" _. ,,.CUT GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not any to prevent tipping or loss of control.
- Page 60 - Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...