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CRAFTSMAN °
LAWN TRACTOR
26.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275901
r_
This product
has a low emission
engine
which
operates
differently
from
previously
built engines.
Before
you start
the engine,
read
and understand
this Owner's
Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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
U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 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 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Maintenance........1 6 Warranty..........2 SafetyRules .......... 3 Service andAdjustments.....21 ProductSpecifications ......6 Storage..........29 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....... 7 Troubleshooting ........3 0 Operation..........9 Repair Parts......... 34 MaintenanceSchedule......16 Sears Service......B ack Cover LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase, if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual, Searswill repair or replacefree of charge any parts that are foundto be defectivein materialor workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelisted below.Searswill...
- 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. WARNING: In order to prevent • Never direct discharged material cidental starting when setting...
- Page 4 I1. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the Slopes are a major factor related to loss of blades shut off. They may fall off and control and tip-over accidents, which can be seriously injured or interfere with result in severe injury or death.
- Page 5 • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom Check their proper operation regularly. the truckor trailerand refuelit on the • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, ground.If this is not possible,then other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel refuel suchequipmentwith a portable spillage and remove any fuel-soaked container,ratherthan from a gasoline debris.
- Page 6 W/Filter: 4.0 Pints AGREEMENTS W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints Congratulations on making a smart pur- Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC chase. Your new Craftsman® product is (Gap: .030") designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, Ground Speed Forward: 0 - 5.5...
- Page 7 Slope Sheet Keys For Future Use (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. When right or left hand is mentioned Slide seat until a comfortable position this manual, it means, from your point of is reached which allows you to press view, when you are in the operating posi-...
- Page 8 DRIVE TRACTOR SKID CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM (See Operation section for location After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly _dfunction of controls) adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" ARNING: Before starting, read, un- the Service and Adjustments section...
- Page 9 These symbols may appearon your tractor or in literature suppliedwith the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. I'.,I "_ REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH G o, I ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION...
- Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ROS "ON" Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Switch Lift Lever Plunger Throttle Control...
- Page 11 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 12 • The averagelawn shouldbe cut to ap- TO STOP MOWER BLADES proximately2-1/2 inches during the cool disengage attachment clutch control. season andto over 3 inches during hot _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower with- months. Forhealthierand better looking out either the entire grass catcher, on mowers lawns,mowoften and after moderate so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.
- Page 13 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- TO OPERATE ON HILLS MENTS _WARNING: Do not drive up or down Tow only the attachments that are recom- hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do mended by and comply with specifications not drive across any slope.
- Page 14 Never use engine or carburetor cleaner few seconds and then continue to push products in the fuel tank or permanent the control in slowly. This may require damage may occur. an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending TO START ENGINE...
- Page 15 Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times. NOTE: During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels.
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __e_S_,f" F,,_. ,N O ATES ,ZERV'OE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE f_%_ ,T/" %'_/_ DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals...
- Page 17 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. • When the engine is running with the BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet any attempt...
- Page 18 TRANSAXLE COOLING • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt The transmission fan and cooling fins to sharpen while on the mower. should be kept clean to assure proper • To check blade balance, you will need a cooling.
- Page 19 Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in not to allow dirt to enter the engine clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze remove excess oil. when changing oil. Remove yellow cap from end of drain TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE valve and install the drain tube onto the...
- Page 20 MUFFLER CLEANING Inspect and replace corroded muffler • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- of all foreign matter. ate a fire hazard and/or damage. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
- Page 21 ,_WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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.
- Page 22 Position front plate assembly between Suspension front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower brackets. - -_ift Link Adjustment NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged ..
- Page 23 BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE Remove screws from R.H. mandrel EQUAL IN LENGTH cover and remove cover. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck sur- face. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer...
- Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE 10. Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that they rotate freely. (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT 11. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary Park the tractor on level surface. Engage idler arm and secondary spring arm.
- Page 25 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable Park the tractor on level surface. Engage brake system which is mounted on the parking brake. For assistance, there is a right side of the transaxle. belt installation guide decal on bottom side...
- Page 26 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- REPLACEMENT TERY _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame purged after reinstallation and before and smoking materials away from bat- erating the tractor.
- Page 27 Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. Install new battery with terminals Hood same position as old battery. Reinstall terminal guard. First connect RED battery cable to Headlight Wire positive (+) battery terminal with hex Connector bolt and keps nut as shown.
- Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING The choke control has been preset at the Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factory and adjustment should not be nec- the throttle control cable is adjusted essary, check adjustment as described properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE...
- Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation _IkWARNING:...
- 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. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Dirty fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. (continued) Stale or dirty fuel. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. Water in fuel.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Place throttle control Poor grass Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST" position. Travel speed too fast. Shift to slower speed. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID IGNITION UNIT /_I!SPARK PLUGS PLUGS ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) FUELSHUT-OFF METER SOLENOID (OPTIONAL) ................i..........................REGULATOR _, ..LALTERNATOR /REGULATOR DFSCONNECTED) LIGHT SW NOTE YOUR TRACTOR HEADLIGHTS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray Battery 145211 Bolt 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...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 209 _ chassis-stealth,stlt...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 193636X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel Dash LH 188702X010 Panel Dash RH 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175260X428 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery STD541437...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - " MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 GROUND DRIVE _199 drive-hTdro.stlt_73...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 x Gr. 5-1.5 - -- Transaxle, HydroGear, Model 314-0510 (See Break down) STD551143 Washer 192502 Rod Shift Fend. 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 179334 Clutch Electric 142432...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 STEERING ASSEMBLY <- \14395 steering stealth prem...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 186094X428 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm L14 169839 Spindle Asm RH 626614 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 175121 Link Drag STD551137...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 ENGINE 1_/116 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-ko,twin PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175439X505 Control Throttle 187768X505 Choke Control 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 179022 Tank Fuel 4.0 Rear Engine, Kohler Model CV730- 0043 (See Breakdown) 179124X428...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 SEAT ASSEMBLY /"[ ¢, _ _-1_ seat It.knob 8 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 180166 Bracket Pivot Seat Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 121249X Spacer Split...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 187407 Decal Reflector LH 175291 Decal V-Belt Schematic 138047 Decal Reflector RH Decal Battery Diehard Sears 187408 194023 Decal Hood RH 164065 Decal Steering Wheel 194024 Decal Hood LH 177914 Decal Engine 194027...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 LIFT ASSEMBLY ,.31 lift-rh.l pc.stlt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 unc 197980 Plunger Assembly 194209 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock 198070 Shaft Assembly, Lift 188822 Pin Groove 176205 Trunnion 175994 Nut Link Lift 12000002...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 MOWER DECK mower deck,48prem stlt...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 137729 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 180808 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 4939M Retainer Spring 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary 178024 Arm, Suspension, Rear Sway Bar 73900600 Nut, Lock 3/8-16 unc...
- Page 48 120_ _.-I ITI i I'-- i Nil" "M L108 [125 SEALANT 20W50 78,80Z 127- SEAL O-RING...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510-20 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Kit, Main Housing 142892 Bolt, Nylok Main Housing, Machined 170411 Spacer, Brake Torsion Spring Bushing .865 X .985 X .790 170413 Bolt, Square Head - Brake 170352 Kit, Side Housing 170415...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 ..i ¸8 - -10 i i _11 27 ..16 CRANKCASE 23 --@ IO_/22 ....
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01-SSeal, front oil 24-033-03-SKit, breather cover w/gasket Crankcase (Includes 2-4) 24-041-51-SGasket, breather (USE: Miniblock 24 782 23) 24-096-87-SCover, breather 24-294-13-SFitting 25-139-60-SPlug, allen hd.
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-114-S Housing, blower (Includes 2,3,and 24 113 18- (Includes 2, 24-096-85-S & 25-086-91-S) 25 086 117-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2) 24-112-04-S...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 s , ( O(L PAN/LUBR(CAT(ON...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-199-07-S M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange Pan assembly, oil M8x1.25x80 (Includes 2-11,16) 24-393-37-S 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift assem- Oil pump assembly (Includes bly (Includes 3-7)
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM ®_--_-_ 9 8 _...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275901 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043 CRANKSHAFT PART DESCRIPTION 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 52-139-09-S Plug, cup EXHAUST PART DESCRIPTION 24-041-49-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1,25x33 (4) PA-CV730-0043Replacement Engine 24 522 327 Short Block 24-782-23 Miniblock 24-755-113-S...
- Page 59 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 WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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