Page 1: ...ration 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 Mon Sat Seam Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our craftsman wabsite www sears com craftsman ...
Page 2: ...nkshaft or over speeding the engine Repairs necessary because of operator negligence including but not limited to electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con tained in the owner s manual Engine fuel sy...
Page 3: ... evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO Mow up and down slopes not across Rem...
Page 4: ...s are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Be sure the area is clear...
Page 5: ...5 FT LBS TORQUE CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability end performance 5 Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor P...
Page 6: ...1 Locknut 5 16 18 O 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Lockwasher 3 8 __ Steering Wheel j Adapter Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft C Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge _ 1 Knob 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette r 1 6 ...
Page 7: ...N SHAFTAND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and sli...
Page 8: ...rd off skid Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls _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 ...
Page 9: ...rectly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual t 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...
Page 10: ...SE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 10 ...
Page 11: ... CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower 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 brake pedal into the brake position GE...
Page 12: ...ion 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 tractor is standing idle wi...
Page 13: ...nd Install gauge wheel in appropri ate hole with shoulder bolt 3 8 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 Gauge Wheel Shoulder TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine ...
Page 14: ...hould 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 ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 1 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide depos and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in q...
Page 15: ...the 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: ... speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keel 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 Also ...
Page 17: ...BRICATION CHART The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive 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 All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at l...
Page 18: ... 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 securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown 18 IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole isn blade must align with star on mandrel assembly Reassemble hex bolt lock washer ...
Page 19: ...ES _o 20 lo 0 to 20 _o TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or ...
Page 20: ...event debris 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 clean o...
Page 21: ...tachment 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 a nd lift clutch spring off pulley bolt Remove large retainer spring slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from r...
Page 22: ...f 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 turns 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 adjustment Mandrel _1077 Bot...
Page 23: ...OTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers Pull belt towa...
Page 24: ...nt also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover I _ Square Key Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY CAUTION 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 MAI...
Page 25: ...AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poody stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram 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 ...
Page 26: ...ith engine off turn idle mixture screw in clockwise closing it finger tight and then turn out counterclockwise 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 turns FINAL 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 spee...
Page 27: ... system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Drain the fuel tank 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: ... safety 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 Drai...
Page 30: ...around mandrels Switch is OFF 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 s...
Page 31: ..._ A IF SO EQUIPPED I LIGHTING SYSTEM _ i A_T_R_ATOR_ ORANGE SAMp AC 3600 RPM Ur_ lJ E I IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE OFF M G A1 NONE RUN LIGHT B A1 A2 L RUN B A1 NONE START E S A1 NONE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATFERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ...
Page 32: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270930 ELECTRICAL i I I I 42 I 41 l 26 L_ _ _ j i j i I j I I t I I I 16 I 16 11 L 29 32 ...
Page 33: ... Harness Light 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 Ign 33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 40 170217 Harness Ign 41 71110408 BoltBIk FinHex 1 4 20Uncx1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp 52 14...
Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270930 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 58 12 53 55 57 208 208 207 23 54 207 60 74 3 3 37 J3 208 34 ...
Page 35: ...nnerman Gdl e P L Panel Dash R H Hood Assembly Bumper Hood Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Bushing Snap Nylon Fuel Line Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Locknut Hex with Insert 3 6 16 Un Grille Lens Asm Lens Gdlle FendiFtrest Bracket Fender Support Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 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 Pickofl LH Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x...
Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270930 GROUND DRIVE 57 25 116 150 48 151 51 96 _ 26 26 27 53 36 ...
Page 37: ...a 163 74780416 47 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 16419091010 48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Drv SU 165165623 49 123205X Retainer Belt 166 166880 50 STD523715 Bolt 168 165492 51 STD541437 NutCrown Lock3 8 16 UNC 169 165580 52 STD541431 NutCrown Lock 5 16 18 UNC 170 165849 53 105710X Link Clutch 197 169613 55 105709X Spring Clutch Return 198 169593 56 STD523712 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 202...
Page 38: ...I I i _l p I Url _ NIUUI I NUMI31 M _ I I _IU_JU STEERING t t 62 44 47 13 67 67 43 38 ...
Page 39: ...her 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Steering Column Dreglink Washer Lock Spacer Bearing Axle Nut Hexflange Lock Shaft Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex WshhdTor x PittmanShaft Assembly Bracket Steering Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Pin Rod Tie Bushing Steering Screw Insert SteeringWheel Washer 13 32 x...
Page 40: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270930 ENGINE 31 39 _ _ 26 14 81 13 32 37 23 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 4O ...
Page 41: ...akdown No 461707 0145 E3 Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Asm Left Exhaust Asm Right Clamp Tube Double Engine Bolt 5 16 18unc x 3 4 W Sems Heat Shield Lt Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 Bolt Fin 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 16x1 1 2 Tytt Shield Brn Dbr Guard Control Choke Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf Screw 33 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 ...
Page 42: ...ring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 SMGML Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Pnt Seat blk Knob Seat Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch KEY PART NO NO 13 121248x 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250x 17 123976x 21 171852 22 STD541431 24 19171912 25 127018X DESCRIPTION Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc ...
Page 43: ...t Dr Sch Tractor Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal BatteryDiehardSears Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Decal Battery Decal LiftHandle Pad FootrestLH STLT Pad FootrestRH STLT Owner sManual English Owner sManual Spanish WHEELS AND TIRES 2 _ 8 7 4 10 3 9 43 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Front 4 59904 Tube Front Tire Not Provided Service Item Only 5 106732X42...
Page 44: ...I li I S _ I _4 Jl i IVI_ ULT L ilUIVII_F rl _ I I _1 U _ vlPU LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 19 6 13 3 2 13 32 19 2O 20 44 ...
Page 45: ... Nylon 7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Lift L H 12 139866 Link Lift R H 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15 173268 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 16 73800800 Nut Lock whNsh 1 2 13 UNC 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE All component dimensions ...
Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270930 MOWER DECK 157 67 156 i 34 i147 142 21 5 119 6 19F 21 21 1 2 16 1 18 13_ 10_ 9_ 22 23 24 25 26 27 46 ...
Page 47: ...istmas Tree 152 169676 36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 153 169674 37 STD551037 Washer 13 32 x13 16 x16 154 169675 Gauge 155 169671 40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC 156 169672 44 140088 Guard Mandrel L H 157 169669 45 STD624003 Retainer 158 17720410 46 137729 Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 159 STD533717 48 133944 Washer Hardened 130794 49 155066 Roller Assembly Cam Follower 50 131340 Bolt Shoulder 10...
Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270930 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C 157 47 8 70 6A 13 150 83 18 51 34 MODEL and 79 167 29 48 ...
Page 49: ... Spur Gear 17 teeth 0 792077A Ball 5 16 dia 59 778351 Spur Gear 21 teeth 1 792078 Set Screw 3 8 16 x 3 8 60 778349 Spur Gear 24 teeth 2 792079 Spring 310 OD x 625 L 61 778345 Spur Gear 25 teeth 5 792073A Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 65 780189 Flat Washer 5A 792177 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 3 8 563 ID x 062W 6 792125 Retaining Ring pkg of 2 66 776422 Input Shaft 7 792035 Retaining Ring 67 776396 Shifter Brake Shaft...
Page 50: ...ER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0145 E3 5 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 74 _ 7i _ 220 _L J 8811 I_ _ _ 523 I 177 1125 _ 41 _ 449 1081 o 634 552A 552 404 o 46 1132 47 _ _ 11019 LABEL KIT I 11058 OWNER S MANUAL REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 5O ...
Page 51: ...NUMBER 917 270930 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0145 E3 861 PUMP REPAIR KIT 392_ 432_ 386 _ ik REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR tNSTRUCTtON MANUAL 1036 LABEL KIT EMISSION J 877 51 ...
Page 52: ...TOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270930 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODELNUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER0145 E3 3o91 101 513 783 1051 y 803 544 801 lo ol 311 797A 802 797 358 GASKET SET 634 _ 7 177 O 51A_ _ 12 163 _ 9 7A 3_ 20 52 ...
Page 53: ...91273 Spring Governor O S 211 261563 Spring Governor 212 693985 Link Throttle 499182 Piston Assembly 020 215 690481 Guide Air O S 219 394348 Gear Governor 499183 Piston Assembly 030 O S 220 690412 Washer Thrust Governor Gear 5 499184 Ring Set Piston Standard 222 491282 Bracket Control 499284 Ring Set Piston 010 O S 499186 Ring Set Piston 020 O S 227 491297 Lever Governor 235 224995 Shield Fuel Spr...
Page 54: ...il Fill 1005 Clamp Tube 1006 Filter Air 1019 Armature Starter 1036 Bushing Governor Crank 1051 Bushing Governor Crank 1058 Bolt Carriage 1081 Governor Lever 1090 Gasket Base 1095 Cover Breather 1125 Cylinder 2 1132 Plate Back 1136 Nut Governor Lever Clamp Hose 1137 Retainer Governor Crank Retainer Governor Shaft 1138 Crank Governor _ Seal Governor Shaft Washer Foam Boot Spark Plug Washer Seal Reta...
Page 55: ...DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes 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 ...
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