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CRAFTSMI I!
26.0 HP
ELECTRIC
STAR_
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273320
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
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
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...
- Page 2 Parts Ordering ....... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
- Page 3 • Tum off blades when not mowing. • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • Stop engine before removing grass putting your foot on the ground. catcher or unclogging chute. • Do notuse grass catcher on steep • Mow only in daylight or good artificial slopes.
- Page 4 • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Never make adjustments or repairs with Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and the engine running. use extra caution when servicing them. • Grass catcher components are subject • Check brake operation frequently. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Adjust and service as required.
- Page 5 A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
- Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Washers17/32 x 7/3 x 16 Ga. (3) Retainer Springs (Double Loop) (2) NylonLocknuts 3/8-16 i IIIIIIIIIIIIIH 12)Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 (4) Retainer Springs (Single Loop)
- Page 7 Parts Bag contents not shown full size Pads packet separately in carton © Seat Video Steering Steering Cassette Sleeve Wheel Insert (2) Front LinkAssemblie,, Nose Roller (2) Keys Steering Wheel SteeringSleeve Extension Parts Bag Manual Slope Sheet (4) Brackets _i!) Adjusting Bar (12) Cardage Bolts {12) CrownJock Nuts...
- 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 y_u assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
- Page 9 CHECKBATTERY CHECKTIREPRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflatod • Lift hood to raised position. at the factory for shipping purposes. • If this battery is put into service after Correct tire pressure is important for best month and year indicated on label (label cutting performance.
- Page 10 TO A'n'ACH NOSEROLLER Tab Hole "B" Bracket • Positionbrackets,17/32x 7/8 x 16 gauge washem,and noserollerbetweendeck Nose Roller mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. • Install 3/8-16 x 1 hex bolts and 3/8-16 lock nuts as shown.
- Page 11 o/CHECKLIST • Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck pins. If necessary, reck Please review the following checklist: and raise front of mower to align deck ,/ All assembly instructions have been pins with the holes in suspension arms. completed.
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATI'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED R N H L...
- Page 13 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. Ught Switch Position Hourmeter Ignition Switch...
- 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 spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.
- Page 15 approximate and may vary depending _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower upon soil conditions, height of grass and without either the entire grass catcher, on types of grass being mowed. mowers so equipped, or the discharge • The average lawn should be cut to guard in place.
- Page 16 NOTE: To protect hood from damage IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- when transporting your tractor on a truck tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and winter grade gasoline to help insure good secured to tractor.
- Page 17 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F PURGE TRANSMISSION AND ABOVE) _,CAUTION: Never engage or disen- • When engine starts, slowly push choke gage freewheel lever while the engine is control in until the engine begins to run running. smoothly. If the engine starts to run To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the trans-...
- Page 18 MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should be • Tire chains cannot be used when the mowed twice to reduce load and possi- ble fire hazard from dried clippings. mower housing is attached to tractor. Make first cut relatively high; the second •...
- Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES mml_ C c.BrakeO V' I/ Operator Presence and ,ntedock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 11117 I1 e CA SharperdReptace M°wer Blades i_ 4 Lubrication Chart clean Battee/and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Be_t(s)Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level ! I_ Change Engine Oil...
- Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- on mandrel assembly. formingany maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKEOPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6) feet • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. stoppingdistanceat high speedin highest torque).
- Page 21 • Keep battery and terminals clean. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. _G .:Q, .IG- IG" TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS _J_lP ERATt .iFIE RANGE/_TIC;pATED BEFORE NEXT OiL C_ANGE Change the oil after every 50 hours of...
- Page 22 CLEANAIR INTAKFJCOOUNG AREAS NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge Toinsurepropercooling,makesurethe or use pressurized air, as this will damage grassscreen,coolingfins,andother the cartddge. external s urfacesof the engineare kept • Remove nut and cartridge plate. clean at all times. • Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and Every 100 hours of operation (more often oiled) over the paper cartridge.
- Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- foreign matter. tor are covered to keep water out. Water Keep finished surfaces and wheels free in engine can result in a shortened engine of all gasoline, oil, etc.
- Page 24 • To raise front of mower housing, loosen TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING nut "H" from trunnion on both front links. Adjust the mower while tractor is perked Tighten nut "G" on both front links an on level ground or driveway. Make sure equal number of turns.
- Page 25 • Check primary idler arm and two idlers • Install new belt onto electric clutch pul- to see that they rotate freely. ley. • Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri- • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous- mandrel pulley.
- Page 26 LeftHand .Mower B lade Drive Belt Mandrel- Idler Pulley Mandrel Cover Idle Bracket TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH • Road test tractor for proper stopping The electric clutch should provide years of distance as stated above. Readiust if service. The clutch has a built-in brake necessary.
- Page 27 • BELT INSTALLATION NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes • Place V part of belt intogrooves too excessive, reverse the above adjust- engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keep- ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn.
- Page 28 The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do i_ot use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat- tery, taking care not to short against chassis.
- Page 29 IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum Keps Nut Hex Bolt Terminal spring tension when using light attach- Access ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not overpower spring. When removing attach- ment, always adjust spring tension to its Positive lowest position.
- Page 30 EN_;INE Closed For Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the Full emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair establishment or indi- vidual. Warranty repairs must be per- formed by an authorized engine manufac- turer's service outlet.
- Page 31 Immediately prepareyourtractorfor stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol age atthe endof the seasonor if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using tor will not be usedfor 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of ,_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with acids during storage.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORREC_ON PROBLEM Will not start • Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See =TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not'CHOKED" prop Operation section. eriy. Wad several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug.
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART _ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- fast. fion/reduce speed. • Throttle in =CHOKE" positioo. • Adjust throttle control. • Clean underside of mower hous- • Build-up of gross, leaves and trash under mower.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. i • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. rotate (coot'd) • Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow. • Place throttle control in =FAST" position.
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 SCHEMATIC BATTERY STARTLER B61 ._¢X h t" ..ELECTRIC CLUTCH PRESENCE SEAT SWITCH {NOT OCCUPIED) _ _ L__ (OPTIONAL) FUEL I UNE i SPARK pPLUGS c_mm_ _ts't_ oun._ REGULATOR Pro SWITCH I,o=.oN I C + G, B + H HEADUGHTS IC+F,B+ ErA+Ol...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 ELECTRICAL 46 ,'"...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 BoltHex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt Wet BTR 114-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4°Wet Battery 153664 SwitchInterlockPush-In 161785...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 44 17 101 _...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 154914 BracketAsm., Susp Chass'BLh 140506 Drawbar,Gt 137113 BracketAsm., Fender Screw'/_drol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 73800700 Nut, Lock Flex 7116 Unc 17490620 Washer 13/32x 1 x 14Ga. 163976 Dash 19131614...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 GROUND DRIVE 117_ 33 9...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4x2.5 151179 Plate Console Shift 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle STD541431 Nut, Crownlock5/16-18 STD541437 Nut, Crownleck 3/8-16 74490548 BoltHex Fk3hd5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 142432 Screw Hex Wsh.
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 STEERING ASSEMBLY <"...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 158944 Wheel, Steering 137O94 A._de A sm., Front 6855M Fitting,Grease 161849 SpindlaAsm, LH 161848 Splr_e Asm., RH 6266H Baadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 23/'3_ x 1-3/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, K]lp#T5304-75 121232X...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 ENGINE _j74 [SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown)KohlerModel CV26S-69526 150249 MufflerSide 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAssemblyGuard 121361X PulleyV-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm Belt Engine Vgt 86 105432)( Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine 151346...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140124 121249X Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, PivotSeat 123740X Spring,Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 19171912 Washer 17/32x 1-3/16x 12...
- Page 47 138047 Decal, Battery 140837 Decal, Gdlle Decal, Brake ParkingSaddle 151448 Deca_,C_p CP_mr Help L_no 133644 Decal. Maintenance 150333 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Reflector,Taillight 156439 Decal, Fender, Danger 106202X Decal, Fender Hyd/AutoWhite 4900J Decal, Clutch/Broke .." 24 163223 146790 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic Decal, Handle LFT HieghtAdj.
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., LiftVgt 159189 LeverAsm., LiftRh 12000022 E.Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8ol6 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 MOWER DECK 17_, 103102 1123 104105 1" 101_-'_102...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156990 Mower Deck Weldment STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc STD541431 Nut, Cmwnlock 5/16-18 74760628 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uricx 1- 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer,Spring 137200 Cover, Mandrel RH 130832 Arm Suspension,Rear 137729...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE ° - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Locknut,Hex 5/16o18 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 153767 164592 Assembly,Housing,RH 142904 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x t-1/2 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1 ShoulderBolt 142876...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft,Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing,Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Beadng,Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm, Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571 HousingKit,Transmission 122770X...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CYLINDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER J 18., O--8 Awl4...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKCASE CYLINDER/HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-03 Kit, breather coverw/gasket 24-O32-01 Seal, oilfront (Includes2,3) Crankcase (USE: Miniblock) 24-041-23 Gasket, breather 24-294-13 Fitting 24-096,15 Cover, breather 12-380-17 Pin, dowel locating(6) M-0645020 Screw, hex.
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES IIGNITION I ELECTRICALJ 9 _e AIR INTAKE...
- Page 59 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 54-(_'/-95 Hous_g, tt,ower 9rass screan (includes2-4,and 24 113 18) (Ind. M-0545010& 24 063 36) M-0403025 24-100-0_ Nut,pbstlo(2)
- Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 TARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS ° _.l_ I_ _20 _-° °_---4 I.- o OtL PAN LUBRICATION •...
- Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0645025 12-096-03 Starter, solenoidshift Screw, hex. flange M6x1.Ox25 M-0839080 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.24x80 M-06310O5 Washer, plain6 mm (2) 24-755-59 M-0841080 Nut, hex.
- Page 62 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM ,,,o...
- Page 63 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273320 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014.72 Crankshaft(includes 2) 24-8.53-27 cadxmor W/gaskets Kit, 52-139-09 Plug, cup 0ndudas 2-6) 24-041-15 Gasket, cad_Jretor 24-053-27 ca_oumtor aasemuy EXHAUST (For|nfonnation o nlynot available separately) KEY PART...
- Page 68 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio...