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Page 1: ...ion Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip ment For answers to your questions about this product Call 1 800 659 5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pro Mort Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman ...

Page 2: ...riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase 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 still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply ...

Page 3: ... Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless neces sary and then turn slowly and gradual ly downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a clif...

Page 4: ...area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across ALook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means CAUTION H BECOMEAWAREI YOUR _FETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION In order to prevent acciden tal starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire _re it cannot co...

Page 5: ...sed on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resoumes Code O...

Page 6: ...5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 _ Stee _idngpWheel L J O 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Lockwasher 3 8 Steering Extension Steering Shaft 0 Boot Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge _ 1 Knob Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Shoulder Bolt 5115 18 Video Cassette 6 ...

Page 7: ...move all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from shipping carton Cut trom top to bottom a ong lines on all four comers of shipping carton and lay panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or boxes and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL Insert _ _ Lockwasher _ Large Flat w r Steedng _ _ _ _ Steering Wheel _ Boot _Adaptsr 5116 Extension Shaft 5 16 Locknut ASSEM...

Page 8: ... neutral N position Roll tractor forward off skid TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID WARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed Check engine oil level and fill fuel tan...

Page 9: ... how to operate your tractor check to sea that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual I CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor we 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 rema...

Page 10: ...WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CLUTCH ENGAGED LOW PARKING BRAKE KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION FREE WHEEL Automatic Modelsonly 10 ...

Page 11: ...wer blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch orake pedal into the brake position GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and...

Page 12: ...rottle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged dead NOTE Under certain conditions when...

Page 13: ...ed so they are slightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appro priate hole with shoulder bolt 318 washer and 3 8 16 Iocknut and tighten securely Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole Gauge Wheel _ Bracket 3 8 16 Locknut 3 8 Washer ShoUlder Gauge Whee TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator...

Page 14: ...d change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainten ance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainten ance section in this manual ADDGASOLINE Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in qu...

Page 15: ...he engine begins to run smoothly If the engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 FAND BELOW When engine ...

Page 16: ...und speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used 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 Al...

Page 17: ...ive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor Air adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wea...

Page 18: ...r best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer secudng blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole isn blade must align with star on mandrel assembly Reassemble hex b...

Page 19: ...after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SG or SH Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected opera...

Page 20: ...ge tO prevent debds from entering carburetor Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge Reinstall cartridge plate wing nuts precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean the cartridge They may cause deteriora tion of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to ...

Page 21: ...achment clutch in DISEN GAGED position Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley Remove small retainer spring and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt Remove large retainer spring slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket Disconnect anti sway 0ar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from re...

Page 22: ...t links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of tums When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adju...

Page 23: ...t be ad justed Depress clutch brake pedal and engage parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 1 2 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in ...

Page 24: ... Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover Key Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY _IbCAUTION Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the ...

Page 25: ...m in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 15 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedures Hood _ _ _ Headlightnector ENGINE Maintenance repair or repl...

Page 26: ...L SETTING Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position With throttle control lever in slow position hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw turn idle mixture screw In clockwise unti...

Page 27: ...cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals If battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines ...

Page 28: ... Corroded battery termi nals CORRECTION Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel fil ter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized ser ...

Page 29: ...ety presence control system Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fu...

Page 30: ...ound mandrels Switch is OFP Bulb s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slo...

Page 31: ...OTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST BROWN HEADLIGHTS F e NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED C...

Page 32: ...ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270815 25 i I I I I 32 ...

Page 33: ...Hameas Ught Socket W 4152j 22 4152J Bulb Light 1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 166180 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 121305X Switch Seat 30 163968 Switch tgn 33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 40 170217 Hameas gn 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 42 131563 CoverTen _nal 43 145673 Solerlok l 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangutar6 Amp 52 14...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMB ER 917 270815 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 58 12 207 53 2O 23 S4 207 3 74 l o j 2O8 34 ...

Page 35: ...H ClipTinnerman Gdlle P L Panel Dash R H HoodAssembly BumperHood Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Bushing Snap Nylon Fuel Line Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Locknut Hex with Insert 3 8 16 uric Gdlle LensAsm Lens Grille FendiFtrest Bracket Fender Support ScrewThdrol 5 16o18 x 1 2 Pivot Bracket Assembly L H Nut Lock w Insert 1 4 20 UNC Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Bracket Grille Pickoff LH Screw Hex Wshd ...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270815 GROUNDDRIVE 57 18 113 _ 52 5 18 6 166 156 37 i 26 27 36 ...

Page 37: ...y Idler V Groove Plastic 164 19091010 48 154407 BellcrankClutchGmd Dry Stl 165 165623 49 123205X Retainer Belt 166 166880 50 STD523715 Boll 168 165492 51 STD541437 NutCrownLock3i8 16UNC 169 165580 52 S D541431 NutCrownLock5 16 18UNC 170 165849 53 105710X Link Clutch 197 169613 55 105709X Spdng ClutchRotum 198 169593 56 STD523712 BoltFinHox 5 6 16x1 1 4 20272110612 57 130801 V Belt Ground Drive 204...

Page 38: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUM BER 917 270815 Ikl t I f I 42 I 2 44 117 4 47 O4 07 87 7 38 ...

Page 39: ... Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Beadng SteeringColumn Draglink Washer Lock Spacer Bearing Axle Nut Hexflange Lock Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wshhd Torx Pittman Shaft Assembly Bracket Steering Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 82 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Pin Rod Tie Bushing Steedng Screw Insert Steering Wheel Washer 13 3...

Page 40: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270815 31 39 32 29 t I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT p Spark Arrester 3 13 10 40 ...

Page 41: ...Breakdown No 461707 0145 E3 Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Asm Left Exhaust Asm Right Clamp Tube DoubleEngine Bolt 5 16 18unc x 3 4 W Sems Heat Shield Lt Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 BoltFin Hex 1 4 20Unc x 75 Gasket Muffler Nipple Pipe 4 1 2 Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16xi I 2 Tytt Shield BrrdDbrGuard ControlChoke Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf Screw l r 1o 32 x 5 x 3 8 ...

Page 42: ...431 Screw 3 5 16 x 1 5 SMGML 24 19171912 Washer t3 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018 Pan Pnt Seat blk Knob Seat Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 1 140123 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 155925 11 166369 12 121246X Busing Snap Blk Ny150 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc SpringCprsn t 27 BIk Pot Nut Lock 1 4 Lge FigGr 5 Zinc Bolt Shou...

Page 43: ... Decal V Belt Dr Sch Tractor Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal Battery Diehard Sears Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Decal Battery Decal LiftHandle Pad FootrestLH STLT Pad FootrestRH STLT Owner s Manual English Owner s Manual Spanish WHEELS AND TIRES KL Y PART NO NO DESCRIFIION 1 59192 Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Front 4 59904 Tube FrontTire Not Provided Service Item Only 5 106732X42 Rim...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270815 LIFT ASSEMBLY 27 25 24 23 7 13 4 49 6 30 3 19 13 32 13 _ 31 32 13 19 20 _ d_ _y 15 44 ...

Page 45: ... Front 16 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73800800 Locknut Hex wfthWasherlneert 1 2 13UNC 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 15 32 x 5 8 x 16 Guauge 25 2876H Spdng 26 169484 RetainerClip 27 126971X Rod Adjust Lift 28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc 29 138057 Knob InfiniteHeight Adjustment 30 150233 Trunnion Inf He g...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270815 MOWERDECK 68 34 i loe _ 1o2 1o3 los 104_ J _ _a o y 101 _ _ 104 106 102I_ 2 16 1 18 29 _117 _116 27 46 ...

Page 47: ...5 Fastner ChristmasTrae 151 169670 36 131494 Pulley Idler Rat 152 169676 37 STD551037 Washer 13 32 x13 16 x16 153 169674 Gauge 154 169675 40 S fD541437 NutCrownlock3 8 16UNC 155 169671 44 140088 Guard Mandrel L H 156 169672 45 STD624003 Retatner 157 169669 46 137729 Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 158 17720410 48 133944 Washer Hardened 159 STD533717 49 155066 RollerAssembly Cam Follower 130794 50 1313...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270815 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C 157 O _ 71B 8 706A I 150 47 48 ...

Page 49: ...069 29A 780160 Thrust Washer 71B 788092 762 ID x 031W 76 780090 29B 780051 Thrust Washer 762 ID x 031W 77 788078A 29C 780199 Anti Rotation Washer 632 79 792144 30 780108 Cup Washer 82 778333 1 127 ID x 032W 31 780001 Flat Washer 83 778338 750 ID x 056W 85 792154 Use As Needed 87 788089A 31A 780195 Flat Washer 150 788093A 750 ID x 062W 157 788088A 32 788083 Oil Seal 518 _ 180 730229A 34 780194 Bush...

Page 50: ... 270815 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0145 E3 I 1125 46 1132 26 634 o 552A 552 404 o 2581 I1018LASELKrr I I 1058 OWNER S MANUAL I _k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 15 _ TOINSTALL SEEREPAIR INSTRUC nON MANUAL 50 ...

Page 51: ... _ 212 _ 267 I 203 _ 53A 54_ 51A 725_ 861 PUMP REPAIR KIT I 392_ 432 _ 386 859_ 433 _ 121 CARBURETOR KIT I I 32 3 2 104 102 I 1859 _ 433 _ 386_ o1 1 240 _ 789 527 _ 968 297 643 535 258 1138 11 _6_ 689 n I 562 _ _ _ I 211 Ill 278 _l Im I TOINSTALL SEEREPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAl 435 _ 51 _ I_ 11036 LABEL KIT EMISSION I 267 51 ...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270815 BRIGGS STRA I FONENGINE MODEL NUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0145 E 783 1051 544 513 803 3 797A 797 801 358 GASKET SET r _ 634 177 O 51A____ 5 2 ...

Page 53: ...Key Timing Crankshaft 147 693508 Jet Pilot Bushing 161 691401 Base Air Cleaner _r Seal Oil 163 271411 _r Gasket Air Cleaner Flywheel 177 271170 _ Seal O Ring Key Flywheel 187 499167 Line Fuel Piston Assembly _Cut to Required Length Standard 197 690364 _crew Back Plate Piston Assembly 202 690570 Link Mechanical Govemor 010 O S 203 280997 Crank Bell Piston Assembly 205 690322 Screw Bell Crank _ 020 ...

Page 54: ...Fill Clamp Tube Filter Air Armature Starter Bushing Govemor Crank Bushing Govemor Crank Bolt Carriage GovernorLever _r L_asket Base Cover Breather _lYtinder 2 ate Back Nut Governor Lever Clamp Hose Retainer Governor Crank Retainer Governor Shaft Crank Governor Seal Governor Shaft Washer Foam Boot Spark Plug Washer Seal Retainer Air Filter Spring Friction Screw Ddve Cap Shield Heat Gear Ring Gear T...

Page 55: ...GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL Operate your Tractor up and down the face of elopes not I greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu I ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

Page 56: ...r or replacement parts you need Call 6 am 11 pm CST 7 days a week PartsDirects 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pro ...

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