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Craftsman 917.272140 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.272140 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic lawn tractor
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rRAFTSMAN +
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272140
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
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
Visit our Craftsman
website:
www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, 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...
  • Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-...
  • Page 3 • Donottrytostabilizethemachineby • Turn off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
  • Page 4 • Nevermakeadjustments or repairswith • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. the enginerunning. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Adjust and service as required.
  • Page 5 ,TORQUE: your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
  • Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size © (1) Knob ( 1) Washe r 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Steering Mulcher Wheel Plate Video Cassette Manual Pads Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder (2) Washers Bolts 3/8 x 718 x 14 Gauge Stee_ng Sleeve (2) Gauge Wheels (2) Center lock Nuts (2) Latch Hook Steedng Sleeve Assemblies...
  • Page 8 Yournewtractorhasbeen assembled at the factorywith exceptionof thosepartslett unassembled for shippingpurposes. T oensuresafe and properoperationof yourtractor all partsandhardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe correcttools as necessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebeforeyou begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR > /Steering ASSEMBLY Asocketwrench set will make assembly _--- L_k Nut Wheellnse" easier. Standard wrench sizes you need Large Flat are listed below.
  • Page 9 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Seat CONNECTBATTERY Seat Pan • Lift hoodto raisedposition. Shoulder • If this battery is put into service after Bolt month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
  • Page 10 CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS • Place the left hand suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin. If necessary, For best cutting results, mower should be rock and raise front of mower to align properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL deck pin with the hole in suspension MOWER HOUSING"...
  • Page 11 CHECKLIST INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING using screw, washer, lock washer, and CHECKLIST: weld nut as shown. v' All assembly instructions have been NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch completed. hook by inserting weld nut from the top v' No remaining loose parts in carton.
  • Page 12 Thesesymbolsmay appearonyourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwiththe product. Learnandunderstand their meaning. REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING LIGHTS ON OIL PRESSURE ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHT OVER TEMP ® MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED R N H L ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL...
  • Page 13 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, Light Switch Position Ignition Switch Ammeter...
  • Page 14 I Ilffi=!_ 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.
  • Page 15 The cutting height range is approximately • Start mower blades by engaging attach- ment clutch control. 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ap- ,_age attachment clutch control.
  • Page 16 • Do not push or tow tractor at more than _WARNING: Experience indicates that two (2) MPH. alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or • To reengage transmission, reverse using ethanol or methanol) can attract above procedure. moisture which leads to separation and NOTE: To protect hood from damage when formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 17 • The attachments andgrounddrivecan PURGE TRANSMISSION nowbe used.If the engine does not •A CAUTION: Never en_lage or disen- accept the load, restart the engine and gage freewheel lever wh=le the engine is allow it to warm up for one minute using running.
  • Page 18 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for 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 •...
  • Page 19 FILL IN DATES AS YOU REGULAR COM PL ETE SERVICE /'_J_'/_-_S _" _RVI CE DATES Check Brake Operation i I_ Check Tire Pressure ; I_ Check Operator Presence interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I V'4 Lubrication Chwt Check Battery Level Cioan Battery and Terminals...
  • Page 20 IMPORTANT: TRACTOR Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- Mandrel formingany maintenance. Trailing Assembly BRAKE OPERATION Edge Center If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Hole stopping distance at high speed in highest FlatWasher gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See Lock "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 21 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will minals can cause the battery to "leak" result in increased oil consumption when power.
  • Page 22 ENGINE OIL FILTER • Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. Replace the engine oil filter every season • To reassemble, reverse above proce- or every other oil change if the tractor is dure. used more than 100 hours in one year.
  • Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- of all foreign matter. tor are covered to keep water out. Water •...
  • Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower loosen nut =E" on level ground or driveway. Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires are properly inflated (See =PROD-...
  • Page 25 • Roll belt over right hand mandrel pulley. MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION Make sure belt is in all grooves properly. • Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt • Reconnect spring to bolt in mower is in both belt keepers at the idlers as housing and reinstall right hand mandrel shown.
  • Page 26 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL With Parking Brake "Engaged" LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT "A" The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. •...
  • Page 27 FRONTWHEELTOE-IN/CAMBER TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE The front wheel toe-in and camber are not ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or then from the fully charged battery. •...
  • Page 28 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS bly from air cleaner. Looseor damagedwiringmay causeyour • Choke should be closed. If it is not, tractorto run poorly,stop loosen casing clamp screw and move running, or pre- choke cable until choke is completely vent it from starting. closed.
  • Page 29 Also, experience indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation ,_,CAUTION:...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM • Fill fuel tank. Will not start • Out of fuel. • See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not'CHOKED" prop- Operation section. erly. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Lossofpower ( cont'd) • Faulty spark plug. • Clean and regap or change spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refillwith • Stale or dirty fuel. fresh gasoline. •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLFM CAUSE • Clean underside of mower Poor grass discharge • Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing. (cont'd) • Mower drive belt worn. • Replace mower drive belt. • Reinstall blades sharp edge • Blades improperly installed. down.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) o..FUEL • • IGNITION PLUGS SPARK UNIT _" (2 PLUGS TWIN ENGINES) ___1 FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID RELAY IGNmON SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED SWITCH C+F,B+ErA+D +G+A1 NONE CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR RUN4.IGHT B + A1...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 166180 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 145491 Cable, Ground 160784 Switch, Seat 163968 Switch, Ignition 140403 Key, Molded,Craftsman 166166 Harness, Ignition 131563 Cover, Terminal 145673 Solenoid 12282.2X Ammeter Rectangular15 Amp 154963 SwitchPro 3 Pdt Red Delta 96 17490508...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ° _166...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 166819 Chassis 140356 Dmwbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type "IT 163976 Dash, Stealth Y'rGT 2 cyl STD533710 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 163455 Panel, Dash, LH 163456 Panel, Dash, RH 161023X558 Hood Assembly...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 GROUND DRIVE " 36 35 "_:_---...
  • Page 39 IHAI.; I UH - - MUUI=L NUMI:ilcH _11.ZI_'14U 3ROUND DRIVE PART PART _IO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Keeper Bolt EngineHydro ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 154778 StrapTorque Lh Hydro 18/20" T Hydro Gear 319-0650 140158 142431 Spdng, Return, Brake 156347 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 18/20" T Spacer,Split 143995 Pulley,Transaxle...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 STEERING ASSEMBLY • ", ," /),.¸/¸...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 SteedngWheel 154427 Axle AssemblySTMP Dropped STL 156483 SpindleAssembly,L.H. 157473 SpindleAssembly,R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x1-5/8 x16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27i32x1-1/4x16Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R Bearing, StearingColumn 156438 DraglinkExtended Stamped STD551137...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 164067 Control,Throttle ..Engine, (See Breakdown) BriggsModel 407777-0121-E1 149723 Muffler,Asm Twin Lo-Tone 159955 Exhaust Tube Lh 160589 ExhaustTube Rh 150176 Bolt5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 w/Sems 162797 Shield Browning B&S Intek II 165391 Gasket Muffler 13280336...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt 121249X Spacer, SpSt .28x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 123740X Spnng 145O06...
  • Page 45 Decal, Fender Side Decal Dash Phi Kohler 167330 138311 Decal, LiftHandle Decal, Deck EZ 166887 154515 Pad FootrestLH STLT Decal, Fender, Craftsman 163204 154516 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal, Fender Danger 156439 168150 Owner'sManual, English Decal, Dmwber Cntd Ivh, t...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 LIFT ASSEMBLY ,,i/ "8 i...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159461 Lilt Lever Inner Wlre Assembly 159476 Shaft Assembly,Lift 138284 Pin, Groove 12000002 E.Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865 Link,Lift, LH.

  • Page 48: Mower Deck Parts List

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Spdng, Secondely 44/46/50 164210 Deck Weldmect. 46" 137273 Vent 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 17490620 Screw, Thdrdll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 STD624008 Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear 122052X Spacer, Retainer (Sway Bar) 144949 Ann, Idler Secoedary...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXIE -- MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 142930 Housing,Lower 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 150829 Differential A ssembly 142932 Sest, Lip 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 142961...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 BR|GGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 4077Tt_TYPE NUMBER 0121-El...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1 868 @ °_ 102311_ 1883538_7_'_"868"28 _'_'j27819 337_ _91_ I 1022 _1 15o5+_ "_--,_z 1212_ro..sE.,,.,..,. INSTRUCTION MANUAL 121c,Rsu..onKn 1J!!_1. ,=11-3_;_2) 108_:_ 11311 130 9J; 117_ 11251 "--_- --_J_ - 1"- - 98_ _ 51A_ 137@ "--PI--"...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1 74_' s2s_ 1005 _ ,26_ -_ 15_ _l 358 GASKET SET 276_ 858_ 691_ 883_ 7s3_ 311 _462 737 _...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 BRIGGS ENGINE'MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 CylinderAssembly 499805 Throttie Shaft Kit 499806 Float-Carburetor 499585 Bushing.Cylinder 690926 + Seal-Oil 499803 Fuel TraneterTube 690069 Sump-Engine 690994 _ Gasket-Float Bowl 499807 Choke Shaft Kit 499587 Head-Cylinder No.
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690442 Washer (GovernorCrank) 690968 +_ Seal-Valve 690960 Screw (Back Plate) 690969 Bushing-Guide 691007 Filter-AirCleaner Cartridge 399916 AlternatorConnector/Wire 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 691237 Harness-Altemator 447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover)
  • Page 57 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION " ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I&...
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HO M E s"(1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am-llpm...

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