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Craftsman 917.275241 Owner's Manual

23.0 hp electric start 48" mower automatic garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
ICRI FTSMRN°I
23.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.275241
• 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 Line
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 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 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 returning your Craftsman riding equipment your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. spillage before operating or storing the GENERAL OPERATION machine. Allow machine to cool before •...
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed CHILDREN area. Tragic accidents 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 ACAUTION: 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 • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Should you experience any problem PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS cannot easily remedy, please contact GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni- CAPACITY UNLEADED cians and the proper tools to service AND TYPE: REGULAR repair this tractor. OILTYPE SAE 10W30 Please...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Seat (4) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 3/4 (4) Lockwasher 5/16 Mower (2)Flanged (5) Retainer Springs _t:_ ins (double loop) (2) Retainer Springs (1)Front (single loop) Assembly Gauge Wheels 3/_4x)_SG (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Wheels _ (4) Shoulder Bolt...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    Nose Roller (2) Washers 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. Nose Roller (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Brackets Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys For Future Use Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
  • Page 9 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY FROM SKID • Lift hood to raised position. ATTACH STEERING WHEEL • If this battery is put into service after 1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and month and year indicated on label large flat washer from steering shaft.
  • Page 10 10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking L.h. Seat Slide brake and place gearshift lever in _=_,_ Seat neutral position. Seat Pan,_ 11 .Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. Adjustment ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS Handle_ MOWER DECK Lock'_...
  • Page 11 Position front plate assembly between INSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT front mower brackets. Raise deck and Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower plate assembly to align holes and suspension arms are raised with attachment insert flanged pins. Secure pins with lift control.
  • Page 12 _CHECKUST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated BEFORE YOU OPERATEAND ENJOY at the factory for shipping purposes. YOU R N EW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO Correct tire pressure is important for best ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST cutting performance.
  • Page 13 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'- ;I BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 14 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. Ignition ht Switch Ammeter Hourrneter Switch...
  • Page 15 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 any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles standard safety glasses.
  • Page 16 TO OPERATE MOWER The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are Your tractor is equipped with an operator measured from the ground to the blade presence sensing switch. Any attempt tip with the engine not running. These the operator to leave the seat with the...
  • Page 17 1. Raiseattachmentlift to highestposition CHECK COOLANT LEVEL with attachment lift control. _,CAUTION: Check coolant level at Pull freewheel control out and into the reservoir only. Do not open radiator cap. slot and release so it is held in the • Check coolant with tractor on level disengaged position.
  • Page 18 in, wait a few minutes and try again. If AWARNING: Experience indicates !hat engine still does not start, pull the alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or choke control out and retry. using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °...
  • Page 19 • The attachments can be used during Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up and approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

  • Page 20: General Recommendations

    BEOU 'R OERV,CE AS YOU COMPLETE _ _b Check Brake Operation _V _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Intedock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chail Sharpen/Replace Check Battery Level Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion...
  • Page 21 TRACTOR Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck Always observe safety rules when and mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, BRAKE OPERATION center hole in blade must align with star If tractor requires more than six (6) feet on mandrel assembly.
  • Page 22 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BATTERY The transaxle was sealed at the factory Your tractor has a battery charging system and fluid maintenance is not required for which is sufficient for normal use. How- the life of the transaxle. Should the ever, periodic charging of the battery with transaxle...
  • Page 23 Unlock drain valve by pushing upward Unhook the cartridge retaining strap and remove the cartridge. slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. To open, pull down on the drain valve. Install new cartridge and secure with 5. After oil has drained completely, close retaining strap.
  • Page 24 TO CHANGE RADIATOR COOLANT CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Stop engine and allow it to cool To ensure proper air circulation, make sure the air intake screen, radiator, sufficiently. Unhook the four retaining straps and cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
  • Page 25 Reservoir MUFFLER Molded Inspect and replace corroded muffler Protrusion spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 26 i0LCAUTION: 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.
  • Page 27 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment IN LENGTH will change mower height about 3/16". • Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground Mower to Ground Nut ,,_Nut "C"...
  • Page 28 a.R, Mandrel Belt Tension Cover (Disengaged Electric Position) Pulley idler Pulleys a.H. Mandrel R.H, Suspension Primary Idler Arm 10.Carefully roll belt over LH. mandrel TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE pulley. Make sure belt is in all BELT grooves properly. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage 11.
  • Page 29 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH 3. Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. The electric clutch should provide years Reinstall mower. of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear Retainer which may cause the mower blades to Spring...
  • Page 30 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT FRONT WHEEL If steering wheel crossbars are not 1. Block up axle securely. horizontal (left to right) when wheels are Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. positioned straight forward, remove...
  • Page 31 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Connect the other end of the BLACK Raise hood. cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE Replace bulb in holder...
  • Page 32 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- 6. Make sure the air intake screen, SEMBLY blower housing and cooling surfaces of radiator are clean and free of dirt 1, Raise hood. and debris. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. Make sure cooling system is filled to 3.
  • Page 33 Immediately prepare your tractor for storage Start the engine and let it run until the at the end of the season or if the tractor will fuel lines and carburetor are empty. not be used for 30 days or more. •...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Fill fuel tank. Out of fuel• Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Replace spark plug, Bad spark plug. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. housing. (continued) 4. Clean/replace air filter. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. Check oil level/change oil. Clean and regap or change Faulty spark plug.
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Place throttle control in Poorgrass 1. Enginespeedtooslow. discharge "FAST' position. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Mower deck not level. Level mower deck.
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,275241 SCHEMATIC BATrERY SOLENOLO FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL} + II, 'w 1._+_ ELECTRIC CLUTCH • ' H' <+ "_-_ ..B Sk LtPEOA_UP) _ I '+ _,, " _N_T_Ct_ ;WtTCH pTO (O SENGAGEO SEAT SWITCH tNOT CCCUPtEO) "...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 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 Interlock Push-In 166184 Harness Socket Light w/4152J 150755...

  • Page 40: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _ _ / _'-!j...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail, Frame RH 175282 Drawbar, Gt 163976X418 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Battery 175260X615 HoodAsm 161841 Lens LH 121794X...

  • Page 42: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 GROUND DRIVE _ 73_ 138 " _+ ,/" .145...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 GROUND DRIVE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Bracket Shift ..Transaxle Hydro Gear 141004 311-3500 (See Breakdown) 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 9396E Key 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT STD561210 Pin, Cotter 142917...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 STEERING...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 175139x418 Wheel, Steering Axle Asm., Front 178587 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 #T5304-78 t21232X...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT ]...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION ..Engine(See Breakdown) Kohler LV675-851509 149723 Muffler 121361X Pulley V-Idler 177748 Belt Engine Keeper Asm 175287 Bushing 174605 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 151346 Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96 109227X Pad Spacer 106082X...

  • Page 48: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 SEAT ASSEMBLY • - .., :..I-- • _!115 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 177978 Seat 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 124238X Cap, Spring Seat 140675 Strap, Fender 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged...

  • Page 49: Wheels And Tires

    TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 DECALS 11 j PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 177400 Decal Grille 179437 Decal, Replace Parts Sears 149516 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng. 174904 Decal, Hp Engine Acme 177907 Decal, HoodRH 177890 Decal, Insert Strg 177908 Decal, Hood LH 138047 Decat, Batte_J 140837...

  • Page 50: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 LIFT ASSEMBLY 3573 19 18...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 177535 Shaft Asm., Ufl Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc#5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 175831 Button, Plunger 122364X...

  • Page 52: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 MOWERDECK 91 80...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 MOWER DECK KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 174348 DeckWeldment Mower 48 175820 Pulley Idler Flat 178915 Bracket Asm,, Sway Bar 155986X431 Bar Pnt Adj. 4939M Retainer Spdng Pin Head Rivet 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway...
  • Page 54 TRACTO R - MODEL NU MBER 917.275241 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 311-3500...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 311-3500 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 161122 Main Housing Assembly Ball Brg 6205-1 178317 R.H. Housing Assembly 169535 Seal l"ld X 2.0472" X 169522 Center Section Assembly 161157 0.375" 161125 Spacer Shaft, Axle 142932 Seal-Lip 161153 Washer...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 PUMP--BDU-10L-122...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 PUMP--BDU-10L-122 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Bearing,Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm,Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571 Housing Kit, Transmission 122TIOX Bearing, Thrust, Ball 153801...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL N UMBERLV675,TYPENUMBER851509 CYLINDER HEADf VALVE AND BREATHER I e,.._g m-._--13 / Q---16 30 16 22n0 t2,--_1 11"-*,.0...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 66 096 06-S Cover, breather 24 032 Ol-S Seal, oil front 24 041 23-S Gasket, breather ..Crankcase (Use Miniblock X-75-23-S Plug, pipe 1/8"...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I ..--#...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 IGNITION/CHARGING AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 66 086 02-S Screw, shoulder (4) 66 157 01-S Element, precteaner 66 083 03-S 12 086 14-S Screw, hex. flange 66 083 01-S Element, air cleaner M10x1.5x46 66 445 02-S...
  • Page 62 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS OIL PAN I LUBRICATION 14-___.___1S 10_' 17,_._...

  • Page 63: Engine Controls

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 STARTING SYSTEM PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24 090 07-S Lever, throttle actuator M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange M-446030°S Nut, hex. M8x1.25x80 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 M-841080-S Nut, hex. flange M8x1.25 24 090 13-S Lever, throttle control 12 098 03-S...
  • Page 64 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 EXHAUST C"ANKS"AFTI_-- "! FUEL SYSTEM I...
  • Page 65 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 66 014 42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 25 072 08-S Stud, M6x16x33 24 041 02-S Gasket, exhaust 52 139 09-S Plug, cup in U.S. NOTE: All componentdimensions given inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 66 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275241 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 Coolant System I PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 66 431 02-S 66 398 01-S Radiator assembly Sleeve, intake manifold 66 072 02-S (includes 2-26) Stud, radiator support 66 126 24-S 66 146 09-S Plate, dght core block-off Bracket, right kidney...
  • Page 67 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING .._.CUT GUIDE THe8 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...
  • Page 68 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® Ar,,/dme, dayornig_ 0-_0-,_9-_63) (USA and Canada) www.s_lrs.com www,,see_ca For repairof carry-inproducts like vacuums, lawn equipment,and electronics, c allfor the nearestSeam Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anya_e, dayorr'_J= (U.SAody) www.sears.com...

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