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Craftsman 917.273482 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 20.0 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
20.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273482
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
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differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
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engine,
read and understand
this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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 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 all Safety about this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 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 IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with • Mow up and down slopes, not across. safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.
  • Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...
  • Page 6 W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC Congratulations on making a smart pur- (Gap: .030") chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is Ground Speed Forward: designed and manufactured for years of (MPH): Reverse: dependable operation. But like all products,...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Extension Steering WheelSteering Shaft __._ Insert Steering _"_._J Wheel_ Adapter Flat Washer ering (1) kecknut (1) kecknut L__ll_!(1) H_!_18 1/4-28 1/2-20 Seat "_1 ) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob _'(" (4) RetainerSprings ((_'_) __.double loop, (4, Clevis Pins (4) Adjusting Bar_...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 INSTALL SEAT 3. Place freewheel control in disengaged position to disengage transmission Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Op- eration section of this manual). 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 4. Roll tractor forward off skid. washer securing seat to cardboard 5.
  • Page 10 CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly...
  • Page 11 These symbols mayappear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY...
  • Page 12 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 Attachment Ignition Lift Lever...
  • Page 13 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 14 • For best cutting performance, grass over A(_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower 6 inches in height should be mowed without either the entire grass catcher, twice. Make the first cut relatively high; on mowers so equipped, or the deflector the second to desired height.
  • Page 15 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 tempera- tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can...
  • Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and 3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move below) throttle control to slow position. Disen- 6. When engine starts, leave throttle gage parking brake. control in choke position until engine 4.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _-_ ,_,_ _ _-_. ,_ AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERV,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...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. forming any maintenance. 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. BRAKE OPERATION Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
  • Page 20 NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- Corrosion and dirt on the battery and eration or at least once a year if the tractor terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
  • Page 21 ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Replace the engine oil filter every season To insure proper cooling, make sure the or every other oil change if the tractor is grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- used more than 100 hours in one year. nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. tractor unless the engine and transmis- of all foreign matter. sion are covered to keep water out. Water •...
  • Page 23 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT TO INSTALL MOWER IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest side. If the following front-to-back adjust- position. 2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec- ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level tor shield to right side of tractor.
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST BRAKE BELT 1. Depress brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on 2. Measure distance between brake oper- level surface.
  • Page 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Block up axle securely. 1. Carefully work new belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear input pulley. wheels have a square key - Do not 2.
  • Page 26 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the BLACK cable first from chassis backside of the grill. then from the fully charged battery. RED cable last from both batteries. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder...
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL ENGINE The choke control has been preset at the Maintenance, repair, or replacement factory and adjustment should not be nec- the emission control devices and systems, essary, check adjustment as described be- which are being done at the customers low before loosening cable.
  • Page 28 2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjust- ing needle in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counter- clockwise) 1 turn. FINAL SETTING - 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract tor will not be used for 30 days or more. moisture which leads to separation and _WARNING: Never store the tractor...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 3. Clean underside of mower LOSS of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. not rotate 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Contact a Sears or other (continued) qualified service center.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 SCHEMATIC "llllll BLACK BATTERY FUSE STARTER (OPTIONAL) BLACK WNITE AMMETER SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKJE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEATSWITCH IGNITION _OT OCCUPIED) SWITCH B_CK B_CK GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK (OPTIONAL) BLACK IGNITION PLUG UNIT (2 PLUGS ON FUEL TWIN CYL.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddewn Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 176138 Switch Interlock 183759 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _269 90 _ •145 chassis-Laser-It,stlt...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 172105X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 184272X615 Hood Assembly...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 GROUND DRIVE c_96 drive*hydro.stlt...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Guide Belt Mower Drive RH Transaxle (See Breakdown) 134683 Hydro gear Model 336-0510 137057 Spacer, Axle 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74490544 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering..pLIt...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Steering Wheel 184706 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Link, Drag STD551137...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine_ko.twinJ KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 187065 Control Throttle 73920600 Nut, Keps 3/8-24 Unf 17720408 Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 179022 Tank Fuel 4.0 Rear Engine, Kohler Model CV624 179124X428...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 SEAT ASSEMBLY ..-..--16 seaUt.knob2 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 187813 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 td 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uncx 1 1343O0 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 19131610...
  • Page 44 Decal, Replacement Srs 166960 Decal, By Pass Lt Hydro 179128 Decal, Deck 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 186572 Pad Footrest Lh STLT Decal, Fender Craftsman 174998X428 177918 Pad Footrest Rh STLT Decal, Engine 175542X428 187103 Decal, Fender STLTH Oper Inst 187237...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 LIFT ASSEMBLY lift-rh.1pc.stlt5 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 105767X Pin Groove 163552 Retainer Spring 12000002 E Ring 169865 Bearing, Pvt.
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 MOWER DECK .,,_ 106 _ _ f145 ,o_/FS)1 I 1o,:_1o4 ,oo 102 ''_ 42 D man-t-path sUt 4.
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover Mulching 42" Black 182032 Mower Housing 136420 STD533107 Bolt 71081010 Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8 Washer #10 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 19061216 Front STD551110 Washer Lock Latch Asm Bagger 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 48 -< _> _129 _>--t , :0 ,.L ,,,,, 1 r124 _108 6-Sealant (Joint d' etsncheite) 57-20W50 Oil - 78.80Z (OZ de 78.820 d' HuJle) 127 - Seal and O-ring Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 336-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170413 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 178782 Arm, Brake Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170415 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHERJ 28 _ 1_--13 CRANKCASE 2a-- t57_ O----8...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, oil front 24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Crankcase (Includes 2-4) (USE: Miniblock 24 782 34) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather Fitting 24-096-87-S Cover, breather...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 IGN}TION/ELECTRICAL] BLOWEF_ HOUSmNG AND BAFFLES] _©, _j16 AIR iNTAKE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-114-S Housing, blower (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18-S) (Incl. 2,24-096-85-s, M-403025-S Screw, hex.cap M4x0.7x25 (4) 25-086-91-s) X-25-92-S Washer, plain 5/16"...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 STARTING SYSTEM] ENGIN E CONTROLS OiL PAN .f LUBRICATION...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-199-07-S M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80 Pan, oil assembly (includes 2-11) M-646026-S 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift assembly Screw, hex.
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 CRA,KS,AFTI EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273482 KOHLER ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65596 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-25-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) (Includes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041-52-S Gasket, carburetor 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly EXHAUST (For information only not available separately)
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ¢.o 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...
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.

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