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Craftsman 917.273201 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.273201 Owner's Manual

24.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic garden tractor
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[RAFTXMI:IN
24.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273201
• 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
ar=d Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 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 ar=d Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: General Operation

    Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Do not try to stabilize the machine putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. •...
  • Page 4 • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Never make adjustments or repairs with Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, the engine running. Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and deterioration, • Check brake operation frequently.

  • Page 5: Maintenance

    CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase your nearest Sears Authorized Service of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Center (See REPAIR PARTS section designed, engineered and manufactured this manual). to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
  • Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 _ (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _li= (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers (2) Washers (2) Weld Nuts #10 3116 x 3/4 x...
  • Page 7 Partspacked separately i n carton Seat Video Cassette Steering Wheel Manual Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size (_(4) Wheels (4) Locknuts 2) Latch Hook 3/8-16 (Optional) Assemblies (4) Washers (4) Clevis Pins 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Retainer Springs (4) Shoulder Bolts Steering Sleeve...
  • Page 8 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 a parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM ++÷++_ After you learn how to operate your trac- • - +•- tor, check to see that the brake is properly • ,, ../_aue, adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in +°+" the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 10 • Place the suspension arms on inward INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT pointing deck pins If necessary, rock Be sure tractor is on level surface and and raise front of mower to align deck mower suspension arms are raised with pins with the holes in suspension arms.
  • Page 11 v"CHECKLIST INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate Please review the following checklist: using screw, washer, lock washer, and All assembly instructions have been weld nut as shown. completed. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch ,/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. I- ;I BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE...
  • 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 Hourmeter...
  • 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 stan-| dard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 • The average lawn should be cut to ,_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass catcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches during mowers so equipped, or the discharge hot months.

  • Page 16: Add Gasoline

    IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and winter grade gasoline to help insure good secured to tractor.
  • Page 17 PURGE TRANSMISSION WARM WEATHER STARTING (50" F AND ABOVE) _,CAUTION: Never engage or disen- gage freewheel lever while the engine • When engine starts, slowly push choke running. control in until the engine begins to run To ensure proper operation and perfor- smoothly.

  • Page 18: Mowing Tips

    MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, mower housing is attached to tractor. keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .A,.TE...CESC.EOU'E FiLL IN DATES As COMPLETE REGU R S ERVICE Y Y Y , SERVlCE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems ;I// Check for Loose Fasteners CA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 20 Mandrel TRACTOR Blade Edge Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION Flat Washer, If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Hex Bolt stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See (Grade 8)* 7, ;'_ Star "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...

  • Page 21: Engine Lubrication

    TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- tractor is not used for 50 hours in one minals can cause the battery to "leak" year.
  • Page 22 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS • Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut. To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other • Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure external surfaces of the engine are kept by tightening knob. clean at all times.
  • Page 23 ,_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control 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. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 24 • To raise front of mower housing, loosen TO LEVEL MOWERHOUSING nut "H" from trunnion on both front links. Adjustthe mowerwhiletractoris parked Tighten nut "G" on both front links an on level groundor driveway. Makesure equal number of turns. tires are properlyinflated(See "PROD- •...
  • Page 25 • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION mandrel pulley. • Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt • Carefully check belt routing making sure is in both belt keepem at the idlers as belt is in the grooves correctly and shown.
  • Page 26 Left Hand Mandrel "Mandrel Idler Mower Blade Pulley Drive Belt Right Hand Mandrel Secondary Cover Idler Arm Spring Anti-Sway-Bar Bracket Screw TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH With Parking The electric clutch should provide years of Brake service. The clutch has a built-in brake =Engaged"...
  • Page 27 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- • Retighten belt keeper above transaxle MENT pulley. • Place belt around clutching idlers as Should your transmission require removal shown, making sure to route belt inside for service or replacement, it should be of all belt keepers. purged after reinstallation and before •...
  • Page 28 TO REMOVEWHEELFORREPAIRS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER FRONT WHEEL • BLACK cable first from chassis and • Block up axle securely. then from the fully charged battery. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and • RED cable last from both batteries. washers to allow wheel removal.
  • Page 29 TO REPLACEHEADLIGHTBULB • Raise hood. Hood • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Headlight • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb Wire holder securely back into the hole in the Connector backside of the grill. •...
  • Page 30 TO ADJUSTCHOKECONTROL With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting The chokecontrolhas been presetat the needle in (clockwise) closing it finger factory and adjustment should not be nec- tight and then tum out (counterclock- essary, check adjustment as described wise) 1 turn. below before loosening cable.
  • Page 31 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- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation _.CAUTION:...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start • Out of fueL. • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not"CHOKED" prop- erly. Operation section. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- • Cutting too much grass/too Loss of power fast. tion/reduce speed. • Adjust throttle control. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Clean underside of mower hous- • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTII_ _ CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will not , • Frozen idler pulley. * Replace idler pulley. rotate (cont'd) = Frozen blade mandrel, • Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass discharge Engine speed too slow. • Place throttle control in =FAST" position.
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUEL (OPTIONAL) SPARK PLUGS 2 PLUGS ..FUEL SHUT'OFF SOLENOID RELAY IGNmON SWITCH REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS ENGINE CONNECTOR ....TRACTOR CONNECTOR ,,uRgE . HO°T,NG nc,_u_ _1,.._, _=._,._._c IGNITION SWITCH BATTERY RED WIRE) (WHITE WIRE) M FOR ENGINE...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 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 Zioc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In 10090400 WesherLock 1/4 73350400...

  • Page 38: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ,_//z_ f¢'...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 140506 Drawbar, Gt 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 137113 Bracket Asm., Fender 163976 Dash 17490620...

  • Page 40: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4x2.5 151179 Plate Console Shift 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 142432 Screw Hex Wsh.

  • Page 42: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 STEERING ASSEMBLY /" /"...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6&55M Fitting,Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 ENGINE _.._69 21 __ 17 47-..._ I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION ..Engine (See Breakdown) KohlerCV23S-75518 161063 Muffler 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3_ - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAsm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Belt Engine Keeper Asm VGT 96 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch...

  • Page 46: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender 123740X Spring,Cprsn 127018X Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 145006 Clip, Pushln, Hinged 19171912...

  • Page 47: Wheels And Tires

    Decal, V-Belt SchemalJc 164096 Decal, Dash Stlth 160397 Decal, Rplc Decal, Engine 167186 164759 Decal, Fender 163916 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 163204 Decal, Btn/Dngr/Psn Eng. 163917 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 149516 Decal, Insert Strg Decal, Brake Parldng Saddle 164065 140837...

  • Page 48: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 17 19 18...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 ShaftAsm., UftVgt 159189 LeverAsm.,Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #513387 19292016 Washer 29/32x1-1/4x16Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X Button,Plunger 122364X Plunger, Button 2876H...

  • Page 50: Mower Deck Parts View

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164811 Deck Weldment Mower 46 137273 Spring, Secondary 44/45/50 Vent 138457 BracketAsm. Sway Bar Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 4939M Retainer Spring 17490620 Tytt 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway Spacer, Retainer Bar) 122952X...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Locknut,Hex 5/16-18 164591 Assembly, Housing,LH 153767 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 164592 Assembly, Housing,RH 142904 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1 Shoulder Bolt 142876 BrakeShaftAssembly...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Beadng, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Fling,Retaining 122767X Bearing, Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm,Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571 Housing Kit, Transmission...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 CYUNDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER O--TJ ,T-J 242322 ts-%. 14..-8 _'_t0 _r p_' 15.., 0--|...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES ;NITION I ELECTRICAL AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 ITARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS 1/4_ 16..@_-8 OIL PAN LUBRICATIONJ • 13 e- @...

  • Page 59: Fuel System

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 CRANKSHAFT I EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM i' .r...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV22S,TYPE NUMBER75518 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-O32-01-S Seal, oil front 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover wlgasket (Includes 2,3) Crankcase 24041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24.294-13-S Fitting M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20 12-380-17-S Pin, dowel locating (6) 24-067-13-S...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 25-139-16-S Plug, button9/16" IGNmON/CHARGING M-567020-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0,8x20 PART M-0545016-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx16 DESCRIPTION M-0551016-S Scmw, hex.flangeM5x0.8x16 54-755o15-S Kit, grass screen M-0645016-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x16 (Includes 2-4,aud 24 113 18) M.403025-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 62 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 STARTING SYSTEM 41-466-03-S Washer, spring1/4" M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4xO.7x25 PART 24-079-05-S Linkage, choke DESCRIPTION NOT ILLUSTRATED M-545016-S Screw, hex. llange M5X0.8X16 M-0839070-S Screw, hex. flange MBx1.25x70 (Goes into 24-126-56 as a 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion...
  • Page 63 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014.72-S Crankshaft (includes 2) 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 52-139-09-S Plug, cup (Includes 2-4) 24.041-15-S Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST Carburetorassembly (For infor- mationonly not PART available separately)
  • Page 67 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL .,,j 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 68 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HO M EsM (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-11pm CST, 7 days _ week...

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