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Craftsman 917.272862 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 22.0 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
22.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.272862
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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: Table Of Contents

    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. _WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- tion and do not point it at anyone.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the •...
  • 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: Safety Rules

    REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (GAP: .040") Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is Ground Speed Forward: designed and manufactured for years of (MPH): Reverse: dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Extension Shaft © Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Adapter Steering (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Wheel Insert ® (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Seat _Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet...

  • Page 8: Assembly/P Re-Operation

    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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po- sition.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- (If previously removed) tor, check to see that the brake is properly 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in upright position. the Service and Adjustments section of 2.

  • Page 11: Operation

    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 G- - -= ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING...
  • 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 With forward drive pedal depressed Gauge desired speed, move cruise control Wheel ver forward to "SET" position and hold Mounting while lifting your foot off the pedal, then Bracket_ release the cruise control lever. To disengage the cruise control, pull the 3/8-16 lever backward to "OFF"...
  • Page 15 TOTRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting ((See the When pushingor towing your tractor, be oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengagetransmissionby placing section of this manual). freewheelcontrol in freewheeling po- sition. Freewheelcontrol is located at the •...
  • Page 16 NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 cold starting procedures below. feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key be adjusted for best engine performance clockwise to start position and release (see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR"...
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • Mower should be properly leveled for mower housing free of built-up grass and best mowing performance. See "TO trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE £o_ DATES REGULAR SERVICE 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 Check...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. Always observe safety rules when per- 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. forming any maintenance. Lbs. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet If bolt needs replacing, replace only with stopping distance at high speed in highest...
  • Page 20 NOTE: The original equipment battery on NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils your tractor is maintenance free. Do not (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in attempt to open or remove caps or covers. cold weather, they will result in increased Adding or checking level of electrolyte is oil consumption when used above 32°E not necessary.
  • Page 21 ENGINE OIL FILTER Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Replace the engine oil filter every season remove the blower housing and other cool- or every other oil change if the tractor is ing shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and used more than 100 hours in one year.

  • Page 22: Service And Adjustments

    WARNING:TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten Adjust the mower while tractor is parked nut "E" on both front links an equal on level ground or driveway. Make sure number of turns.The two front links must tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 24 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE BELT REMOVAL - Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE brake system which is mounted on the MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 25 FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK The front wheel toe-in and camber are not cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE...
  • Page 26 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. With engine not running, move throttle 1. Raise hood. control lever to fast position. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the 2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull backside of the grill.

  • Page 27: Storage

    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 which leads to separation and formation of _will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor acids during storage.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION LOSS of power 4. Clean/replace air filter. 4.Dirty air filter. (continued) 5. Check oil level/change oil. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Clean and regap or change Faulty spark plug.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER BLACK WHET£ _)AMMETER SOLENOID CLUTCH ! BRAKE (PEDAL WHET£ IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH SEAT SWITCH BLACK I BLACK BLACK GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK (OPTIONAL) BLACK IGNITION UNIT (2 PLUGS ON FUEL TWIN CYL ENGINES) 28 VOLTSAC @ 3600 RPM...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Belt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 176138 Switch Interlock 183759 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 212_ _269 7 ° chassis=Laser -tt.stlt...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 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 185682X613 Hood Assembly...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 GROUND DRIVE • 53 drive*hydro.stir.
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 137057 Spacer, Axle Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. Hydro gear Model 336-0510 121749X 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 12000001 E-Ring 74490544 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 123583X Key, Square 73800500...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 STEERING ASSEMBLY P'-"-'_42 steering_pl,lt47...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 184704X428 Steering Wheel 184706 Front Axle Assembly 16984O Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Link, Drag STD551137...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs intek-twin 28...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170546X505 Control Throt Paddle 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No. 407777-0171-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right 171877 Bolt 5/16 - 18 Uric x 3/4 W/Sems 162797...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat It.knob 9 KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 td 180166 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 134300...
  • Page 43 186438 Decal Lift Handle Decal Replacement Srs 138311 179128 Decal Deck 174998X428 Pad Footrest Lh STLT 186282 Decal Fender Craftsman 175542X428 Pad Footrest Rh STLT 184842 Decal Grill RH 187648 Manual, Owner's (English) 187103 Decal Fender Oper Inst E/S 187649...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 LIFT ASSEMBLY liff-rh, 1piece 3...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer21/32x1 x21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 MOWER DECK ,148 118_ _112 _117 _11E 42 D man-t-path stlt 3...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Knob Custom Oval 165892 Mower Housing 184939 STD533107 Bolt 144959 V-Belt Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, STD541437 Front 136420 Cover Mulching 42" Black Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x 5/8 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 48 ..< _-,,I - 88 -L ,,,,, 1 6-Sesl8nt (Joint d' etancheite) 57-20W50 Oil - 78.80Z (OZ de 78.820 d' Huile) 127 - Seal and O-ring K_t (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 336-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Arm, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 178782 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170415 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170416 170354...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0171-E1...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0171-E1 1029 '_ 11oo• ,.._L, 798 _' 914% 1169 W 418_ 672 _ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KI' 137 0 91 _ 1129 552 Q 552A 8 o72_ [ 1_0_ =_ 276 _ 552A...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0171-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 868 _ 729 ;_ _73_ 7261 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 276 O 8680 1022_ 697 _...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0171-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 Cylinder Assembly 499804 Carburetor 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 690993 Valve-Throttle 391086 *Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft 690069 Sump-Engine 499806 Float-Carburetor 693998 Head-Cylinder (Cylinder 1) 499803...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272862 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0171-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover-Air Guide 499486 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 865B 691015 691003 •+ Seal-Valve Screw (Air Guide Cover) 690968 447A 690960 Wire/Connector- Alternator Screw (Air Guide Cover) 399916 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3, Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure, 4, Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.
  • Page 56 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. For Sears professional installation of home appliances...

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