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Craftsman 917.275000 Owner's Manual

23.0 hp electric start 50" mower (optional accessory - not included with tractor) automatic garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
23.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
50" MOWER (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY -
NOT INCLUDED WITH TRACTOR)
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.275000
• 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 Une
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 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 operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Une 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, 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 matedal or workmanship.
  • Page 3 MPORTANT: This cutting machine s capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing..objects.Failure to observe the foUowing safety instructions coutd result in sedous Injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and fdik:_w a_ Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructionsin the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re- machine before starting.
  • Page 4 III.CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment botts, 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 specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS We have competent, wen-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS repair this tractor. CAPACITY UNLEADED Please read and retain this manual. The ANDTYPE: REGULAR instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. OILTYPE SAE 10W30 Always observe the =SAFETY RULES'.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel © Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Extension Seat (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (2) Flangecl c_> o o;ing s (2) Retainer Springs (1)Front Plate _" _single loop) Assembly o_q:_ Gauge Wheels (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (2) Shoulder...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet € (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube 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 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large Wheel insert slotted hole in pan. J_p_--_ Steedng 4. Push down on seat to engage o-.-_-Lock Washer shoulder belt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. LargeRat Steering 5.
  • Page 10 TODRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See 7. Install front p_ate assembly to tractor Operation s ection for location and suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown. function ofcontrols) 8. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and _ILWARNING: Before starting read, understand and follow all insfructions in...
  • Page 11 Front Electric Chassis Bracket Front Suspension Clutch Double Loop SUS_Mowe r Brackets Pulley Retainer Bracket Front plate Shodder Bolt Wlleel Single Loop Retainer Washer Springs 3/8-16 Double Center Loop Locknut Retainer Anti-Swa! Spring Deflector Use Pliers For Retainer Springs Double Loop Retainer Spring deck pins) (Outward pointing...
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNtNG ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP tiGhT MOWER LIFT 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 familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Ammeter ignition Choke Switch Attachment Control Clutch Throttle...
  • 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 standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 The cutting height range is approximately 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Lower mower with attachment lift 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- control. sured from the ground to the blade tip 3. Start mower blades by engaging with the engine not running.
  • Page 16 TO TRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oi( for easier starting(See "OIL When p ushing ortowing y our t ractor, be VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- sure todisengage transmission nance section of this manual). placing f reewheel control in freewheeling •...
  • Page 17 AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION WARM UP NOTE: BeforestarUng, r ead the warm and cold startingproceduresbelow. Before ddving the unit in cold weather, 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key the transmission should be warmed up as clockwise to =START" position and follows: release key as soon as engine starts.
  • Page 18 5. Move motion control lever to neutral • When mowing large areas, start by (N) position. Shut- off engine and set turning to the right so that clippings will parking brake. discharge away from shrubs, fences, 6. Engage transmission by placing driveways, etc.
  • Page 19 1 . Cl_ngl rn_e Olten when _,tg undo4- m hem_ lold ¢r kl l_,gh mT_nt mmFe.ft_ 5. If e_JIr_lld IdjultlbM 6. N_ r_llnld If _Fal_ w_lh m_nbmanCe-hel bettmy. 7 * Tight _, kent _ plv_ bo/t to 3_ P-J_4, r_. DO not o_ten.

  • Page 20: Operation

    IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. pedorming any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex belt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and fiat washer in exact order as shown.
  • Page 21 • Keep b attery ENGINE a nd terminals clean. LUBRICATION • Keep battery bolts tight. Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. with API service classification SF-SJ. NOTE: The original equipment battery on Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade your tractor is maintenance free.
  • Page 22 Oil Drain Valve 9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut. 1O.Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob. Cap_ Foam = _CIosedand Pre-Cfeaner re n Tube f "Locked Position Cartridge CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 23 _bCAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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. 5.
  • Page 24 • II adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. Mandrel • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut BothFrontUnks Shouldbe Equalin Length...
  • Page 25 Screws Electdc Left Hand Clutch Mandr_ Idler Pulleys Putley Spdng Bolt in Housing Left Pdmary Hand Mandrel Mower Ddve Belt Belt Keepers 12.Reinstall mower to tractor (See TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE =INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT BELT" in the Assembly section of this Park the tractoron level surface.
  • Page 26 1. Make sure attachment clutch and BELT INSTALLATION - ignition switches are in =OFF" position. 1, Install new belt around engine pulley 2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until first, then around transaxle pulley and space between clutch plate and rotor lastly into all the idler pulleys.
  • Page 27 NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent TO CHECK TOE-IN flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant 1. Position front wheels straight ahead. may be purchased from your local parts 2. Measure distance between wheels at dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"...
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT REPLACING BA'I-rERY SPRING _3AUTION: Do not short battery 1. While holding spring bushing with terminals by allowing a wrench or any wrench, loosen jam nut. other object to contact both terminals at • Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to the same time.
  • Page 29 2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and ENGINE cartridge plate to expose carburetor Maintenance, repair, or replacament of choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the the emission control devices and sys- Maintenance section of this manual). tems, which are being done at the 3.
  • Page 30 ACCELERATION TEST - NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory 5. Move throttle control lever from slow to and cannot be adjusted. fast position. If engine hesitates or 2. Idle speed seffinn - With throttle dies, fum idte fuel adjusting needle control lever in slow position, engine out (countemlockwise) 1/8 tum.
  • Page 31 expedance indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or it the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation more.

  • Page 32: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Fill fuel tank. _till not start Out of fuel. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug. 4, Replace spark plug.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Lo_power 1. Cuttingtoo m_hgraas/too 1. Set in =Higher Cut" position/ 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 CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction. _ower blades will mechanism. rtot rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 1.
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NU_t6_-.R9_t7.275000 $cHEMATtC...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, BattePJ 145211 Bolt I/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hald down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch Intedock Push-in 166184 Harness S_cket Light W/4152J 4152J...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail, Frame RH 175282 Drawt_ar, Gt 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7116 Unc 163976X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 1578_2 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd CUt 1/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Battery 175259X558...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Tmnsaxle Hydro C-ear 133_35 Faslaner Chdstmas Tree 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 141004 Bracket Shift 9396E Key 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 142918 O-RingAsm Hydro Gear STKTo61210 Pin, Coher 154739 LineFuelHydrot5"VGT 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 STEERING...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel,Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 6&55M Fitting, Grease 181849 Splndta Asm, I.H 161848 Spindle Asm. RH 6266H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25_J2 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 120(XX]29 Ring.
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 ENGINE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ..Engine (See Breakdown) 1001G500 Washer Split Kohler Model NO.CV674-75544 123487X ClampHose 149723 Muffler 17490636 Screw'IT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC 121361X Pulley V-Idler 174g_664 Screw "i'r 3/8-16 x 4 UNC 177748 Keepe_ Asm, Beit Engine 126197X...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 SEAT A SSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72060412 Bolt, Carriage 114-20 X 1-1/2 14_651 Bracket. Pivot Seat 12_;249X Spacer. Split 140675 Strap, Fender 123740X Spdng, Crxsn 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .6,?. 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr.
  • Page 46 177543 Decal Replacement 149516 177415 Decal Hood Side Phi Decat Satterj ONGR/PSN ENQASm 177375 0ecai Dash Panel 171702 Decal Hood RH Craftsman 164065 Decal I_sed Strg 171703 Decal Hood LH Craftsman 138047 Decal Batted/ 14O837 Decal Brake Parking SaddLe 166960...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 LIFT ASSEMBLY 3573 4_829 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73680800 Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc 121006X Rod Asm., Lever _50233 Tmnnion, lnfin He_ht 177535 She_ Asrn., L_ V_ 11060"/X Nut, Special 159189 Lever Asrn., Lift Rh $1_5_tG37 Washer 13/32x5_x16Ga.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 161122 Main Housiog Assembly 16S535 Ball Brg 6205-1 178317 R.H. Housing Assemb;y 161157 Seal 1"Id X 2.0472" X 0.375" 169522 Center Section Assembly 161153 Shaft, Axle 161125 Spaz_r...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 KOHLER E NGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER " .-8t7 k___ o--.-$...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674,TYPE NUMBER 75544 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Seal, oil fro_t Includes 2, 3 Crankcase 24-041-23-S _asket, breaker 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S M-645020-S Screw, he)(. flange 24-388-13-S Pin, M6x1.0x20 (4)
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 BLOWER HOUSING S BAFFLES IGNITION/CHARG]NG KEY PANT DESCRIPTION pANT DESCRIPTION 24-027-20-S Housing, bk_Wer(includes- Kit, grass screen "t 24-100-01-S _,u_,ptast_ (3_ • 54-755-15-S ll_'_ :_s 2-4,ax_l 24 113 25-139-16-S Plug button 9/16 M-403025oS Screw, hex.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275000 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV674,TYPE NUMBER 75544 ;TARTIN G SYSTEM J ENGINE CONTROLS • 't-_. OIL PAN I LUBRICATION...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839080-S Screw, hes. flange 24.199-07-S Pan, otl assembly MBx1.25x80 (2) (Includes 2-10) M-645025-S Screw, hex_ flange 25-098-08-S Starter, solenoid shift M6x1.Ox25 (2) (Includes 4-7)
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275000 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT J FUEL SyIITEM J FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-61 -S 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...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.
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