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Craftsman 917.275620 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.275620 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 18.5 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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CRRFTSMIIN °
LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275620
This product has a low emission
engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
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...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For your convenience, IN HOMEwarrantyservice will still be availableafterthe first 30 days of purchase,but a trip charge will apply.This charge will be waivedif the Craftsman productis droppedoff at an authorizedSears location. Forthe nearestauthorizedSears location, pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.This warranty appliesonly while this product...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT:This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghands and feet and throw- ing objects.Failureto observethe following safetyinstructionscould result in serious injury or death. • Never direct discharged material _IWARNING: In order to preventac- toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidentalstarting when setting up, trans- material against a wall or obstruction.
  • Page 4 I1. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which safe machine operation.
  • Page 5 • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, the truck or trailerand refuel it on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel ground.If this is not possible,then spillage and remove any fuel-soaked refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable debris. Allow machine to cool before container,ratherthan from a gasoline...

  • Page 6: Productspecifications

    Plug: Champion RC12YC AGREEMENTS (GAP: .030") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: chase. Your new Craftsman® product (MPH): Reverse: designed and manufactured for years of Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI dependable operation. But like all prod- Rear:...
  • Page 7 (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the oper- ating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM...

  • Page 8: Operation

    NOTE: You may now roll or drive your CHECKTIRE PRESSURE tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate The tires on your tractor were overinflated instruction below to remove the tractor at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- from the skid. rect tire pressure is important for best...
  • Page 9 ,/CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor, wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: ,/All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared charged.
  • Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
  • Page 11 KN OW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. "ON" Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lever...
  • Page 12 The operationof any tractorcan result in foreign objectsthrowninto the eyes,which can result in severeeye damage. Alwayswear safetyglasses or eye shieldswhile operatingyour tractoror performingany adjustments or repairs. We recommendstandardsafety glassesor a wide vision safety maskworn over spectacles. TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition...
  • Page 13 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Attachment Clutch Lever Gauge wheels are properly adjusted Attachemnt "Engage" when they are slightly off the ground when Lift Lever High mower is at the desired cutting height Position operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help Position...
  • Page 14 TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS OTHER ATTACH- MENTS _WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do Tow only the attachments that are recom- not drive across any slope. Use the slope mended by and comply with specifications...

  • Page 15: Serviceand Adjustments

    CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) below) attract moisture which leads to separa- When engine starts, allow engine tion and formation of acids during storage. to run with the throttle control in the Acidic...
  • Page 16 PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS _iCAUTION: Never engage or dis- • Mower should be properly leveled for engage freewheel lever while the engine best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the is running. To ensure proper operation and per- Service and Adjustments section...
  • Page 17 F,LL,NOATES AS YOU COMPLETE /__._" ..REGULAR SERVICE _"_r/J%'4r_J£-'4r_-_£'_r SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals i,,' Check Transaxle Cooling Check...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. • When the engine is running with the BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt...
  • Page 19 • To check blade balance, you will need a • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip- follow the instructions supplied with...
  • Page 20 Oil Drain Valve Hook handle on cover and push down on handle to close. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the Closed cartridge. They may cause deterioration Locked the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not Position use pressurized...
  • Page 21 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler Clamp__clamp spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage. Fuel Filter SPARK PLUG(S) CLEANING Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of each mowing season or after every of all foreign...
  • Page 22 & WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. 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 to "STOP" and remove key.
  • Page 23 Push clutch cable housing guide into Check adjustment on right side of tractor. bracket, slide collar onto guide and Measure distance "D" directly in front of secure with large retainer spring. and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of Place flat washer and clutch spring mower...
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST BRAKE BELT Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way The mower blade drive belt may be re- down and engage parking brake. placed without tools. Park the tractor Measure distance between brake oper- level surface. Engage parking brake.
  • Page 25 Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll Tighten adjustment bolt securely. around the top groove of engine pulley. Start engine and test. Install belt through stationary idler and If tractor still creeps, repeat above clutching idler. steps until satisfied. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves Motion Control Lever...
  • Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK Disconnect BLACK battery cable first BATTERY then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- Install new battery with terminals erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame same position as old battery. and smoking materials away from bat-...
  • Page 27 In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to Hood the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix- ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out Headlight Wire (counterclockwise) increases the supply Connector of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

  • Page 28: Storage

    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...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Faulty spark plug. Clean and regap or change (cont.) spark plug. Dirty fuel filter. Replace fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrel.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER SPARK PLUGS IGNITION ...... UNIT 2 PLUGS ON TWiN CYL. ENGINES) (OPTIONAL) BLUE CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM 3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM RGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED) FUEL SHUT-OFF HARGII...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 176689 Tray Box 176138 Switch Interlock 175688 Harness Light 4152J Bulb Light 4799J Cable Starter 146147 Cable Battery 175158 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc 4207J Cable Ground 192749...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275620 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 209 J_ " 154_ _278 j158 _21_ j209 chassis=stealth.stlt...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275620 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 193610X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 167203 Panel Dash LH 188702X010 Panel Dash RH 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 175260X613 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery STD541437 Locknut Hex with Insert...
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  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo Transaxle, HydroGear, Model 314-0510 (See Break down) 1/4 x 1/2 unc 192502 Rod Shift Fend. 134683 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 169183 Strap Torque LH...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering stealth prem...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 186094X428 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 175121 Link Drag STD551137...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275620 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137040 176636X505 Control Throttle/Choke Line Fuel 191611 181654 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex Plug Drain Oil Easy 17670412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4 Engine Briggs...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275620 SEAT ASSEMBLY "25 seat It.knob PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188719 121248X Seat Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 134300 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Spacer Split...
  • Page 44 Wheel 186316 Decal Hood RH 193307 Decal Fender Opr. 186317 Decal Hood LH 149516 Decal Battery 186572 Decal Fender Craftsman 196058 Decal Hood Side Panel 195850 Decal Dash 191777 Decal Engine 160396 Decal V-Belt Schematic 178392 Decal Chassis Disconnect 193960...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 LIFT ASSEMBLY 18 20 lift-rh=l piece26 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 179504 Plunger Assembly 173288 Link Front Susp 159476 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1/2-13 unc Shaft Assembly, Lift 188822 Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion Front Susp 12000002 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275620 MOWER DECK 118/...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Retainer 165892 Mower Housing STD624003 STD533107 Bolt 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Washer, Hardened 138017 Bracket Asm,Sway Bar, Front 133944 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 uric...
  • Page 48 ..< 120_ r---t "_c "_m ",4 ",4 L108 [125 SEALANT 20W50 78,80Z 127- SEAL O-RING...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510-20 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Kit, Main Housing 142892 Bolt, Nylok Main Housing, Machined 170411 Spacer, Brake Torsion Spring Bushing .865 X .985 X .790 170413 Bolt, Square Head - Brake 170352 Kit, Side Housing...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 _552_691 6841 11_ 584_ 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 1264 1 11329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 868(_ 146_ 943 0 20@ 6170 1022 7591 691_ 8420 1266@ 524 '_ 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 617 0 1022 868 _ 1022 6170 1022 404 # 614 I_ 216f 851_ I 265[_ 267 _ 305A 309_ 801 @ 803 _ 1070 697 _ 1051 5...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 127A _106 127 G _1°41 276A@ 947A_ NIKKI ] 1127 276 @ 1266A = 9771_ARBURETOR GASKETSET 527 _!_ 1370276@ 12660 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 231 '_ 6170 1270 987 L:_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION O Seat-Inlet 697174 Cylinder Assembly 690577 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 690464 Valve-Choke (Nikki) Side) 108A 695419 O Jet-Main (Standard) 391086 Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 694352 O Jet-Main (Standard) (Nikki) 697188...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275620 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Terminal-Spark Plug 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 692424 •+ Seal-Valve 497608 Brush Set 690968 Screw (Rocker Cover) 495859 Armature-Magneto 691108 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover) 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 690589...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 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 than 15 degrees.
  • 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 made it, no matter sold For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation...