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Owner's Manual
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20 HP
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ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN
Model No.
917.272950
IEZ3
s Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
s Maintenance
s 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.
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
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center.
- Page 3 SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet Slopes are a major factor related to loss- and throwing objects. Failure to observe of-control and tipover accidents, which the following safety instructions could can result in severe injury or death. All result in serious injury or death.
- Page 4 Never run a machine inside a closed • Keep children out of the mowing area area. and under the watchful care of another Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children attachment bolts, tight and keep enter the area.
- Page 5 (Section 4442 of the :ONGRATULATIONS on your purchase California Public Resources Code). of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Other states may have similar laws. designed, engineered and manufactured Federal laws apply on federal lands. to give you the best possible dependabil- spark arrester for the muffler is available ity and performance.
- Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Steering Adapter Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 _(1) Knob Mower (2) Front Link Assemblies (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (2) Shoulder Bolts Wheels...
- Page 7 Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys 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.
- Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID CHECK BATTERY ATTACH STEERING WHEEL Lift hood to raised position. If this battery is put into service after • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and month and year indicated on label large flat washer from steering shaft.
- Page 9 Seat • Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid. Flat Washer • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking Seat Pan brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Continue with the instructions that follow.
- Page 10 CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspen- For best cutting results, mower should b sion. properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL • Raise mower to highest position. MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and •...
- Page 11 v"CHECKL IS T Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance satisfaction from this quality product. Please review the following checklist: ,/All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/"...
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. M& BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ol k ENGINE ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING...
- Page 13 KNOWYOUR 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. Ignition Switch Switch Position Ammeter Throttle Control...
- 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 15 The cutting height range is approxi- • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. mately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These _Lgage attachment clutch control.
- Page 16 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT- _CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank TACHMENTS filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Tow only the attachments that are spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or recommended by and comply with use gasoline near an open flame.
- Page 17 • When operating attachments, select a This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several ground speed that will suit the terrain minutes, depending on the tempera- and give best performance of the ture. attachment being used. •...
- Page 18 ABYOUOOMPLETE _-_._ _._._ _," ,_.G Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/ReplaceMower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 11_5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s)
- Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
- Page 20 BATTERY ENGINE Your tractor has a battery charging system LUBRICATION which is sufficient for normal use. How- Only use high quality detergent oil rated ever, periodic charging of the battery with with API service classification SF, SG, or an automotive charger will extend its life.
- Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN • Check rubber seal for damage and Air screen must be kept free of dirt and proper position around stud. Replace if necessary. chaff to prevent engine damage from • Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge overheating. Clean with a wire brush or plate, and nut.
- Page 22 _;:LCAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
- Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT; DECK MUST BE LEVEL MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL SIDE-TO-SIDE. If the following front-to- ° Park tractor on a level surface. Engage back adjustment is necessary, be sure to parking brake. adjust both front links equally so mower •...
- Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH BELT The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake Park the tractor on level surface. Engage that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. parking brake. Eventually, the internal brake will wear •...
- Page 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there If steering wheel crossbars are not is a belt installation guide decal on horizontal (left to right) when wheels are bottom of left footrest.
- Page 26 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, FRONT WHEEL away from fuel tank and battery. • Block up axle securely. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and ORDER - washers to allow wheel removal.
- Page 27 • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. Hood • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Headlight Wire Loose or damaged wiring may cause Connector your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
- Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL • The high idle is set at the factory The choke control has been preset at the cannot be adjusted. • Idle speed setting - With throttle control factory and adjustment should not be nec- lever in slow position, engine should idle essary, check adjustment as described be- low before loosening cable.
- Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, experience indicates that alcohol storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels called gasohol or using tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. Will not start • See "TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. • Wait several minutes • Engine flooded. before attempting to start. •...
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but • Weak or dead battery. • Recharge or replace battery. will not start • Corroded battery terminals. • Clean battery terminals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. •...
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE _ROBLEM CORRECTION •Worn, bentorlooseblade. ;_oor cut - uneven • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing.
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID AMMETER FU_E STARTER WH'+ _L_L,t_I_ _LuTGH I..86 + mACK i 87 _EEN t _REEN OPERATOR RELAY #1 L_OI ..BLUE _-ACK /N_E_' SPARK PLUGS ¢-_ IGNITION 2 GAP REGULATOR C_RC4_ SYSTEM OLrmLrT 4PDC @ 3600 RpM 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RpM (REGULATOR...
- Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 ELECTRICAL 28 j_-...
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 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 i HAl,; i UH-- MUUP-L NUMBER 917.272950 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 1S3o ['_i +_'' ...---.-138 )_47 18" :..I ¸ •...
- Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis 140506 Orawbar, Gt 73680700 Nut, CrownlOck Hex 137113 Bracket Asm., Fender 7/16-14UNC 17060620 Screw 3/6-16 x 1.-1/4 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. 163976 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 19131614...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 GROUND DRIVE 65" _'--'--'-_...
- Page 39 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 GROUND DRIVE ,_EY PART PART _/O. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 150035 Nyliner 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 STEERING ASSEMBLY /• \, \/ 15-.__ 18 _¢;" / -"...
- Page 41 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 - TEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
- Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 ENGINE 35--_ 80 -.._ , "_'_"_ _ [SPARK ARRESTER KIT J PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7834R Fuel Line ..Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV20S- 132920 Spark Arrester Kit 65561 10010500 Washer Split 161063 Muffler Side 123487X...
- Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 _EAT ASSEMBLY 14.. PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat t21250X Spring, Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 127018× 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged...
- Page 44 DESCRIPTION 172507 Decal, Dash Panel 133179 Decal, Blower Housing 164085 Decal, Dash 160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 171702 Decar, Hood, Craftsman, RH 174665 Decal, Replacement Parts 171703 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 138047 Decal, Battery 149516 106202X Reflector, Taillight Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN...
- Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 25 26 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever STD624008 Retainer, Spring 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 7335O800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 159189 Lever Asm,, Lift Rh 130171 Trunnion 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 73680800...
- Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 MOWER DECK 42\ I /i_!i- '118 48 .---->_...
- Page 47 "I:RACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156948 Deck Weldment 17490628 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar STD551037 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 16 Ga. STD624008 Retainer Spring 131494 Pulley, idler, Flat 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 TRANSAXLE...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 TRANSAXLE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION _10. NO. Needle Bearing Axle Shaft 8119M 4197R Thrust Bearing Race Retaining Ring 4220R 12000034 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low Final Drive Gear 4209R 4199R 4th Reduction Gear Differential Gear 4213R 4216R...
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 ',YLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I _m13 p, _ o _ =_J_J_J_J_J_J_J_J_ 25 24 23 _22 (_'_'12 CRANKCASE 22-- 0--8...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 CRANKCASE lEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART DESCRIPTION _EY PART DESCRIPTION Seal, oil front 24-032-01-S Crankcase (USE: 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ miniblock 24 782 05) gasket (Includes 2,3) Fitting 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 24-294-13-S Pin, dowel locating (6) 24-096-59-S...
- Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 IGNITIONIELECTRtCAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES=J 6-_V %--6 13_-_ 0--5 _'-18 19--g AIR INTAKE...
- Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 ,3NITIONJCHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES -_EY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Kit, grass screen (Includes 54-755-15-S 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Incl. 2-4) 2-4,and 24 113 18) 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3) M-403025-S Screw, hex.
- Page 54 TRACTOR - oMODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS OIL PAN / LUBRICATION ®--2 <> 0 --8...
- Page 55 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 fARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART EY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2) M8x1.25x70 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion 24-t99-07-S Pan, oil assembly M-839080-S...
- Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 EXHAUSTJ CRANKSHAFT SYSTEMJ FUEL...
- Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272950 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65561 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 2-4) 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly (For XHAUST information only not available separately) PART...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING 15 ° MAX. 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 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 sM 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...