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Craftsman 917.273600 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.273600 Owner's Manual

18.5 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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18.5 H R 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.273600
i]_
his 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.
Read and follow alJ 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 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow alJ Safety this product, Call: 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 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Service ......Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT:This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghands andfeet and throw- ing objects.Failureto observethe following safetyinstructionscould resultin serious injury or death. Be awareof the mowerdischargedirec- _IWARNING: In order to preventac- ° tion and do not point it at anyone. Do cidentatstarting when settingup, trans- not operate the mowerwithout either porting,adjustingor making repairs, the entiregrass catcheror the guard in...
  • Page 4 o Never carry children. They may fall off o Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with o Removeobstaclessuch as rocks,tree safe machine operation. limbs, etc. o Never allow children to operate o Watchfor holes,ruts, or bumps. Un- machine.
  • Page 5 o Be sure the area is clear of other people o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree before mowing.Stop machineif anyone limbs, etc. enters the area. o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven o Nevercarry passengersor children terrain could overturn the machine.

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pup Forward: Ground Speed chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is t st (MPH): designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's...
  • Page 7 Bubble Level Mower Leveling Wrench (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the oper- ating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
  • Page 9 mNSTALL MULCHER PLATE 6. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle (ff previously removed) position. Raise and hold deflector shield 7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full upright position. "BRAKE" position and hold. Move Place front of mulcher plate over front gearshift lever to 1st gear.
  • Page 10 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKL IS T The tires on your tractor were overin- Before you operate and enjoy your new flated at the factory for shipping purposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive Correct tire pressure is important for best the best performance and satisfaction cutting performance.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'-,I SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
  • Page 12 KN OW YOU R 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. ht Switch Position Hourmeter Ignition Switch...
  • Page 13 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 a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard...
  • Page 14 Attachment Clutch Lever TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS "Engage" Position Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping...

  • Page 15: To Start Engine

    Transmission Engaged _,CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in temper- atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.
  • Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. above) Disengage transmission by placing 7. When engine starts, move the throttle freewheel control in disengaged posi- control to the fast position. tion (See "TO TRANSPORT"...
  • Page 17 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS o Mower should be properly leveled IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep best mowing performance. See "TO mower housing free of built-up grass and LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this o The special...
  • Page 18 F,LL,, DATES AS COMPLETE ..REGULAR SERV,OE f y4 TSERV'OE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. forming any maintenance. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 BRAKE OPERATION Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
  • Page 20 NOTE:The original equipmentbattery on TO CHANGE ENGINE your tractoris maintenancefree.Do not Determine temperature range expected attemptto open or removecaps or covers. before oil change. All oil must meet API Adding or checkinglevelof electrolyte is service classification SG=SL. not necessary. o Be sure tractor is on level surface.
  • Page 21 Clean out chaff and debris Pull up on air filter cover handle rotate towards engine. Air Screen Remove cover. Carefully remove air filter cartridge premcleaner from base. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
  • Page 22 WARNmNG: T O AVOmD SERIOUSiNJURY,BEFORE PERFORMmNG ANY SER- VmCE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depressclutch/brakepedalfully and set parkingbrake. 2. Place motioncontrolleverin neutral (N) position. 3. Placeattachmentclutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition keyto "STOP"and removekey. 5. Makesure the bladesand all moving parts havecompletelystopped. 6.
  • Page 23 Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of Place flat washer and clutch spring Mower to_ Mower to idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring. Install belt onto engine pulley. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSmNG Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway.
  • Page 24 ° To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal num- ber of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length. ° When distance "D"...
  • Page 25 With parking brake"Engaged" t "A" Engine Pulley J am Nut Clutching idler// perating Do not touch this nut. If further brake adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REPLACE MOTmON DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST STEERmNG WHEEL ALIGN- TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES MENT 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each If steering wheel crossbars are not battery(A-B), taking care not to short horizontal (left to right) when wheets against tractor chassis.
  • Page 27 Bolt Maintenance, repair, or replacJement of the Terminal emission control devices and systems, which Access .-- are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty Positive (Red) repairs must be performed by an authorized Cable engine manufacturer's...
  • Page 28 iMPORTANT: Damageto the needle IdleSpeed [- _ Z_.._..Throttle valve and the seat in carburetormay result Lever if screw is turned in too tight, Screw PREMMINARYSETTING- 1. Air cleanerassembly mustbe assem- bled to the carburetorwhen making carburetoradjustments. 2. Be sure the throttle control cable is adjustedproperly (see above).
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stop 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 acids during...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manua[ unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE OORRECTiON WJI[ not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower Mades will 1. Remove obstruction. 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER BLACK • WHITE '© SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE ..... ( )G (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE BLACK BLACK_ _LACK _AT_TSM)ENT _LU'T_CH _ ....................... BLACK ....CONNECTOR X___ BLACK...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 ELECTRmCAL 1875...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRiPTiON 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4o20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Battery, Front 1/4o20 x 7ol/2 150109 Holddown, Battery, Front 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon, Battery, Front 1/4 176138 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness,...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES _209 chassis-stealth,stlt...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRMPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 192289X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel, Dash, LH 188702X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175260X615 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 drive-hydro,stlL...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 GROUND DRmVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2 unc Transmission (See Breakdown) 142432 Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH Hydro Gear Model 314-0510 134683 165866 Rod, Shift 169183...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 STEERING steering stealth_prem...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x !-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304°75 175121 Link Drag...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 ENGINE ® OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs=lcy[ PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTMON Line Fuel 176636X505 Control Throttle/Choke 8543R Plug Drain Oil Easy 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex 181654 Stem Tank Fue! Engine, Briggs Model 139277 Screw...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat if,knob 14 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180598 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 180166 Bracket Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4=20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8=16 unc x 1 121249X Spacer Split 28x .88 Zinc...
  • Page 44 Decal Reflector, Hood RH 164065 186242 Decal Decal Steering Wheel 186243 Decal Hood LH 156811 Decal Fender Opr. Fender Craftsman 149516 186572 Decal Decal Battery 146046 Decal \!:Belt, Drive Schematic 186331 Decal Hood, Side Panel Dash 189020 192059 Decal Decal...

  • Page 45: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 LiFT ASSEMBLY Iift-rh.lpc.stlt PART DESCRiPTiON 179504 Plunger Assembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 188822 Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing, Nylon 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted 139865 Link, Lift, L.H. 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 MOWER DECK 102j 1147 -134 D man-t-path stEt 4,...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRMPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Roller Nose 182032 Mower Housing 132264 STD533107 Bolt 180533 Bracket Roller Nose RH 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 136420 Cover Mulching 42"...
  • Page 48 m© crrl f124 -107 L108 L125 SEALANT 20W50 78.8 127- SEAL 0 R}NG...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.273600 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLEHMODEL NUMBER 3t4-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Kit, Main Housing 170417 Brake Spring Main Housing, Machined Bushing .865 X 170418 Washer (310-0750) .985 X .790 142884 Washer, Flat 170352...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 884_ 11 _ 584_ 12641_ 146 '_ 126_ 741_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 8680 943 O 1270 _7591 617 0 842O 1027 / 1019 LABEL 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I I 1036 EMISSION...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 868 _'_ 1022 _] 1022 6170 1034 --10_ 1119_ •_ _-1o6 lo91 127 (_ 276@ 1127L4 _ 104%-CA 4A_KIT-087 R B URE TO R6_ 137_ 276@ 634_...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER. 31P777, TYPE NUMBER. 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Mat!c) (MagnetoS!de) 694352 Jet-Main (Standard) 391086 • Seal-Oi! (Magneto Side)
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273600 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1 PART PART DESCRmPTION DESCRIPTION 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 690968 Seal-Valve 694476 Screw (Fuel Pump) 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover) 385A 690297 Screw (Fue! Pump) 697091 Line-Vacuum 697090 Pump-Fuel 690589 •...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION //VE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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