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Craftsman 917.273221 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.273221 Owner's Manual

24.0 hp electric start 50" mower automatic garden tractor
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ICRAFTSMAN°I
24.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273221
s 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 Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will...
  • Page 3 • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If • Never leave a running machine tires lose traction, disengage unattended. Always turn off blades, set blades and proceed slowly straight parking brake, stop engine, down the slope. remove keys before dismounting.
  • Page 4 • Never make adjustments or repairs • Never run a machine inside a closed with the engine running. area. • Grass catcher components are subject • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade to wear, damage, and deterioration, attachment bolts, tight and keep which could expose moving parts or equipment...
  • Page 5 Code). TORQUE: Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase spark arrester for the muffler is available of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been through your nearest Sears Authorized designed, engineered...
  • 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 tainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop)
  • Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Video Cassette Steering Wheel Manual Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size (12) Carriage Bolts (12) Crownlock Nuts 5/16-18 x 5/8 (4) Wheels 3/8-16 (4) Locknut (4) Adjusting Bar 3/8-16 (4) Brackets (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.
  • 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 all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 • Release parking brake. • Assemble adjustment knob and flat • Slowly move the motion control lever washer loosely. Do not tighten. forward and slowly drive tractor • Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. skid. • Slide seat until a comfortable position •...
  • Page 10 • Lower mower linkage with attachment INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT lift control. Be sure tractor is on level surface and • Place the suspension arms on inward mower suspension arms are raised with pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock attachment lift control.
  • Page 11 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE V'CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overin- Before you operate and enjoy your new flated at the factory for shipping pur- tractor, we wish to assure that you re- poses. Correct tire pressure is important ceive the best performance and satisfac- for best cutting performance.
  • 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 LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • 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. Ignition Light Switch Switch Position Hourmeter...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor 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 standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 The cuttingheightrangeis TO OPERATE MOWER approxi- mately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are Your tractor is equipped with an operator measured from the ground to the blade presence sensing switch. Any attempt by tip with the engine not running. These the operator to leave the seat with the heights are approximate and may vary...
  • Page 16 • Raiseattachmentlift to highest • For cold weather operation you should positionwith attachmentlift control. change oil for easier starting (See "OIL • Removeretainerspring from free- VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- wheel controlrod. nance section of this manual). • Pushcontrolrod in to disengage •...
  • Page 17 • Pull choke control out for a cold • Allow one minute for transmission engine start attempt. For a warm warm up. This can be done during the engine start attempt the choke control engine warm up period. may not be needed. •...
  • Page 18 • If grass is extremely tall, it should be • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. mowed twice to reduce load and After the engine is running, move possible fire hazard from dried throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With clippings.
  • Page 19 M AI.TE.A.C, SC.EOUL FILL IN DATES .EGo . SE.V,CE .YSERV,C DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _b_s4 Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- bly, center hole in blade must align with Always observe safety rules when star on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
  • Page 21 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BATTERY The transaxle was sealed at the factory Your tractor has a battery charging and fluid maintenance is not required for system which is sufficient for normal use. the life of the transaxle. Should the However, periodic charging of the battery transaxle ever leak or require servicing, with an automotive charger will extend contact your nearest authodzed service...
  • Page 22 Air Screen • Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut. Oil Drain Plug • Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob. Cartridge Foam Pre-Cleaner Cartridge Dipstick CLEAN AIR SCREEN Rubber Seal Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 23 A_,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. •...
  • Page 24 __Bottom edge of o, "\ Mandrel edge o,I °W°r mower tq [/_,,L_-4 _u,_t round ground;1 A--]-_'-'_ Ground Line _'-"7-_ SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length • Raise mower to its highest position. • Measure height from bottom of deck cud to ground level at front corners mower.
  • Page 25 Idler Spdng Electric Pulleys Clutch Pulley Primary Boltin Mower Housing Left Hand Mandrel Mower Drive Belt Belt Keepers TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE • Check secondary idler arm and idler to BELT see that they rotate freely. • Be sure spring is hooked in secondary Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 26 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH Park the tractor on level surface. Engage The electric clutch should provide years parking brake. For ease of service there of service. The clutch has a built-in brake is a belt installation guide decal on that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
  • Page 27 FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the The motion control lever has been preset factory and adjustment should not be at the factory and adjustment should necessary.
  • Page 28 REAR WHEEL • Block rear axle securely. • Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal. • Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely. NOTE; To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant L.H.
  • Page 29 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring Headlight Wiro Connector diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.
  • Page 30 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING The choke control has been preset at the • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factory and adjustment should not be the throttle control cable is adjusted necessary, check adjustment as de- properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL...
  • Page 31 ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for which leads to separation and formation storage at the end of the season or it the of acids during storage. Acidic gas can tractor will not be used for 30 days or damage the fuel system of an engine more.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. • Wait several minutes • Engine flooded. before attempting to start. •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Cutting too much • Set in "Higher Cut" position/ grass/too fast. reduce speed. • Throttle in "CHOKE" • Adjust throttle control. position. • Clean underside of mower • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash housing.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Place throttle control in Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow. "FAST" position. • Travel speed too fast. • Shift to slower speed. • Wet grass. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. •...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 SCHEMATIC EIU_'K BATTERY I ' +'ONAL) -- AMMETER FUSE + :_:_ ,-.._'_/_'L _'_"L''_'J A2 _/r " i_(_)_l_ REO: _1 CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) lisw,+r , o: r j;__, PTO ({_'SENGAGED) J_ _87A i- -- - - r - - - •...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 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 11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In 166184...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _138 __141 68 _...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PARr NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 150253 RaiI, FrameRHVGT 52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 140506 Drawbar,Gt 56 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 73800700 Nut, LockHex 7/16Unc 58 137113 Bracket Asm., Fender 163976 Dash...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 GROUND DRIVE 117- • - j_...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 151179 Plate Console Shift 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 72 STD541431 Nut, Cmwn;ock5/16-18 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 73 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 STD561210 Pin, Cotter...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 STEERING...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 STEERING KIEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering Axle Asm., Front 137094 6855M Fitting,Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 ENGINE t_J°. I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 ENGINE I_=Y PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ..Engine(See Breakdown) KohlerCV22S-75518 150249 MufflerSide 1-1/8" 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAsm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Belt Engine Keeper AsmVGT 96 10 105432X Bushing 11 140923 Clutch Electric...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 SEAT ASSEMBLY 2o.. 8_.._ _/20 "1 _ j6 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION Seat 140124 14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 15 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender 16 123740x...
  • Page 47 Decal, V-Belt Schem 160397 167176 Decal, RPLC Decal, Fender 164759 1632O4 Decal, Engine 149516 163916 Decal, Hood RH Craftsman Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng. 163917 Decal, Hood LH Craftsman 164065 Decal, Insert Strg 140837 138047 Decal, Battery Decal, Brake Parking Saddle...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 LIST ASSEMBLY 35 73 ..
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 LIST ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIP'ilON 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., LiftVgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc#5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin He;< 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 MOWER DECK KEY PARr KEY PARr NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 156990 MowerDeckWeldment 45 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC STD541431 Nut, CrownlockS/16-18 46 74760628 Bolt, Fin He:<3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4 138457 Bracket asm., Sway Bar 137200 Cover, Mandrel RH STD624008...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 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...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 127148X Swashplate, Variable 144569 Shaft, Pump 142938 Block Assembly 122716X Ring, Retaining 122786X Pin, Stainless, Headless 122745X Bearing, Ball 122718X Gasket, Center Section 122715X Spacer 144578 Check Valve Kit 122700X...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 _YUNDBR HEAD VALVE & BREATHER _--z _m13 15,_ Q--|...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL N UMBERCV22S,TYPENUMBER75518 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01-S Seal, oilfront (Includes 2,3) Crankcase 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock ) 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 24-294-13-S Fitting M-645020-S...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER917.273221 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL N UMBERCV22S,TYPENUMBER75518 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGNITION I ELECTRICAL I _IR IN TAKE_I...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/CHARGING KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Housing,blower (Includes 2-4) 1. 54-755-15.S Kit, grass screen 24-027.20-S (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 36) (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) Nut, plastic (3) M-403025-S...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 _TARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS I 16..O _'8 OIL PAN LUBRICATION I O--2...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 STARTING SYSTEM OILPAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION M-0839070-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 M..645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.Ox25 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion M-O839080-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 12-468-01-S...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FU EL SYSTEM...
  • Page 62 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273221 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518 CRANKSHAFT FUELSYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes2) 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 informationonly not KEY PART...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING ,..CUT IIDE 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 64 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...

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