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Craftsman 917.275011 Owner's Manual

23.0 hp electric start 48" mower 6 speed garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
ICRAFTSMAW I
23.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.275011
• 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 CraftsmanHelp 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 Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears CraftsmanHelp Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Parts Ordedng ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR 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: General Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cutting m achine Iscapable ofamputaUng hands a nd feet a nd throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in sedous injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss- lestruetions in the manual and on the of-control and tipover accidents, which...
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed III. 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 &CAUTION: Tow only the attachments • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that are recommended by and comply that you will not have to stop or shift with specificationsof the manufacturer of while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety rules. API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steenng Steedng Sleeve Extension Wheel Insert Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Mower (5) Retainer Springs (2)Flanged double loop) Retainer Spdngs (1)Freer PLate Assembly single loop) (2) Adjusting Bar GaugeWheels (2) Shoulder Bolt (2) Wheels _ f_k__(2)Reta, iner Springs...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassambled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware yea assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

  • Page 9: Install Seat

    INSTALL SEAT TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location end knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
  • Page 10 2. Slide mower under tractor with ASSEMBLE GAUGEWHEELSTO deflector shield to right side of tra MOWER DECK IMPORTANT'. Check belt for proper The gauge wheels are designed to keep routing in all mower pulley grooves. the mower deck in proper position when 3.

  • Page 11: Check Tire Pressure

    CHECKTIRE PRESSURE MCHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate and enjoy your new 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 .
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning. BA'rFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT ® O 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 familiadze yourseff with the locations of vadous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Switch Switch Position Ammeter Attachment Throttle Control Switch Plunger...
  • Page 14 eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performingany The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 The cutting TO OPERATE MOWER h eight range is approximately 1-112"to 4-112". The heights are mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the blade tip presence sensing switch. Any attempt by with the engine not running. These the operator to leave the seat with the heights are approximate and may vary engine running and the attachment clutch...
  • Page 16 NOTE: To protect hood f rom damage _I,WARNING: Experience indicates that when t ransporting your t ractor ona truck alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or ora trailer, besure hood isclosed a nd using ethanol or methanol) can attract secured to tractor. Use an appropriate moisture which leads to separation and means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, formation of acids dudng storage.

  • Page 17: Cold Weather Starting

    • The attachments and ground drive can • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and now be used. If the engine does not possible fire hazard from dded clip- accept the load, restart the engine and pings.

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE _ERVICE DATES Check Brake operation Check Tire pl'e'l_su Check Operator PreSence Intell ock Systems Check for Lcose Fasteners 11/7 Sharped/Rapist 8 Mower Blades II_' 4 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Cle_, n Bakery Terminals Ch_k TransaXle...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandre( assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and fiat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown, stopping distance at high speed in...

  • Page 20: Check Transaxle Oil Level

    • Keep battery and terminals dean. • Keep battery bollstight. • Keep small vent holes open, • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The originalequipment battery on your tractoris maintenance free, Do not Change the oil after every 50 hours of attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
  • Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Foam chaff to prevent engine damage from Pre-Cleaner Cartridge overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and Rubber stubbom dried gum fibers. Seal CLEAN AIR INTAKEICOOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other...
  • Page 22 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4, Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5, Make sure the blades and aU moving parts have completely stopped. 6.
  • Page 23 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8"...
  • Page 24 L.H. Secondar/ Idler Arm R.H. Mandrel Electric Clutch Mandrel Idler Pulley Idler . Pulley Center R.H, Mandr_ Spring. R.H. Suspension TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH The electdc dutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-inbrake Idler Arrn that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE Eventually, the internal brake will wear BELT...
  • Page 25 4. Road test tractor for proper stooPing Clutching Flatidler rh, ,,_,.tchi_..g I_.._Be ff a==, distance as stated above. Readjust if a" e AboveBelt'___ _eeper necessary. If stopping distance is still EnJn Keeper greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces- sary.
  • Page 26 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. Terminal 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at Access Bolt sides, itlt toward engine and lift off of - Positive tractor, (Red) 4. To replace, reverse above procedure, Cabte Guard Cable...
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL 2. With engine off turn Idle fuel adjusting needle In (clockwise) closing it finger The choke control has been preset at the tightand then turn out (countercl_-'k- factory end adjustment should not be wise) 1 tam. necessary, check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable, If FINAL SETTING-...

  • Page 29: Engine Oil

    expedance indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART )ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section, 3. Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attempting to start. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ Loss of power 11. Cutting too much grass/too 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.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION 3ROBLEM 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. Mower blades will mechanism. not rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower ddve belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley, 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275011 SCHEMATIC _illlL_8 - _T_ERy SOLEF, I O_ D AMMETER m_u_=_-. I_r1_ STARTER LkJ- III I1_1 ECJ, C_ (OP_ONAL) )BS_ ELECTRIC CLUTCH ;" ..• CLUTCH IBRAKE SNmC_ _--40_04_-q ......PTO(DISENGAGED) ' .,_Y_ow_'_--- _.EOE_ (NOT OCCUPIED) _"...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR- oMODEL NUMBER 917.275011 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 4152J...

  • Page 36: Chassisand Enclosures

    TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275011 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175465 RUIl,Frame RH 176016 Bracket Asrn., Susp Chassis Lh 175282 Drawbar, Gt 175315 Bracket Asm. Fender 73680700 Nut, CrownlGckHex 7/16-14UNC 17490620 Screw Thdrui. 3/_-16 x 1-1/4 Washer 13132 x 1 x 14 Ga.

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 GROUND DRIVE 28 5...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 150035 Nyllner 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/1 6.18 x 3/4 74321016 screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 5364J Actuator, latedock Switch STD561216 Pin, Cotter 73_1000 Nut, Centedock#10*24 149176...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275011 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steedng 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 151849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH _66H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25132 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 P3ng, Kllp#T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler 123487X ClampHose Model No. CV24-75532 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x2-1/4 UNC 149723 Muffler 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC 121361X Pulley V-Idler 126197X...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121249X Spacer, SpI_t 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring,Cprsn 14(_75 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12 Ga.

  • Page 44: Wheels And Tires

    164065 Decal, Insert Strg 133644 Decal,Maintenance 138047 Decal, Battery 177416 Decat, Engine 106202X Reflect(x, Taillight 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 138311 Decal, Handle Ltt Height 156439 Decal, Fender Danger Adjust (Lift Handle) 4900J Decal, Clutch/Brake 157199)(428 pad, Footrest 146047 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 LIFTASSEMBLY _020_19 _'26 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 177535 137150 Spdng, Compression In/Hgt Shefl Asm., Lift Vgt STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3132 x 1/2 159189 Lever Asm., Utl Rh Rod, Adj Lift 12000022...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27501 t MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174377 Deck Weldment Mower 48 174369 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 4939M Retainer Spdng 73680600 Bolt, Carr. 318-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 72110612...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR- - MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275011 TRANSAXLE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Axle Shaft 8119M Needle Bearing 4197R 12_)0034 Retaining Ring 4220R Thrust Bearing Race Final Drive Gear 42(]9R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low 4199R D_erentialGear 4213R 4th Reduction Gear 4216R 4215R Differential Pinion 4442R...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275011 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275911 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532 CRANKCASE R EADNALVFJ BREATHER KEY PART KEY pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-03g-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gaskot 24-032-01-S Seal oil front (tnuludes 2,3) Crankcase 24.041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miulblock) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532 IGNITION I ELECTRICAL I BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I ,,.---1 lil'_ 9 _9 _,_7 AIR INTAKE J...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.275011 KOHLER E NGINE.MODEL NUMBER CV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IG NITIONICHARGING KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755o15-S Kit grass screen _lncludes 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes 2 2--4,a_d 24 113 18 M-403025-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9t7.275011 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS I OIL PAN LUBRICATION...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV24, TYPE NUMBER75532 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM KEY pART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO. NO. M-839070-S M.645025-S Screw, hex. flange screw, hex. flange M6x1.Ox25 M8x1.25x70 24-096-05-S M-631005-S Washer, plan 6 mm 2 Dover, pinion M-539080-S 24-199-07-S...

  • Page 56: Fuel System

    TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275011 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUELSYSTEM...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR- - MODEL N UMBER 9 t7.275011 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART KI_y PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-61-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 52-13g-09-S Plug, cup (Includes 2-4) 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST 24-853.61-S Carburetor assembly (For information only not...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE greater than 15"), never acrossthe face. Make turns gradu- I Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 For rep_r of carry-in pmd_ts tike vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, callfor the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anyane,dayorn_ht(U.S.A. c_/) For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-R-yourself,call Sears PartsDirect_l 1-800-366-PART calm.-11 psn.,7_a_ (1-80e.,._-72-is) (u.,s_.on_) w,_N.seam--conVpattsdlmct...

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