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Page 1: ...rently from previously bulk engines Before you start the engine read and understand this Owner s Manual 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 pm Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates II 60179 Visitour Craftsmanwebsite www sears com craftsm...

Page 2: ...crankshaft 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...

Page 3: ... 60 years and above are involved in a large pementage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from seriousinjury II 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 ...

Page 4: ...proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fue F spillage Allow machine to cool befor_ stodng Stop and inspect the equipment if yol strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subje to wear damage and detedoration which could expose moving parts ...

Page 5: ... where it cannot contact spark plug _ CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor _ CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose trac...

Page 6: ...tions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this product Contact your nearest Sears store for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing oaring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storag...

Page 7: ...eering Wheel Insert t Steering Extension Shaft 0 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Hax Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Lock washer 3 8 1 Locknut 5 16 18 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Seat 1 Washer 1 Knob _ 17132 x1 3 16 x12 Gauge For Future Use Keys 2 Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet ...

Page 8: ...er shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to sl_cure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward 4 Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steedng shaft extension 5 Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal lef...

Page 9: ...ever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position 2 Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal 3 Place gearshift lever in neutral N position 4 Roll tractor forward off skid 5 Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls _WARNING Before starting read understand and follow...

Page 10: ...t you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product Please review the following checklist fAll assembly instructions have been completed V No remaining loose parts in carton 4 Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps vSeat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely tAil ti_ esare propedy inflated For shipping purposes the tires were ovednflate...

Page 11: ...E FORWARD FAST SLOW FUEL CHOKE OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT 1 00 MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED _r_ l R N H L c _I ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED _ _ ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 11 FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only ...

Page 12: ...TCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed _nddirection of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting an stopping the engi...

Page 13: ...al N position ENGINE NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire Tum 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 dischar...

Page 14: ...rge guard in place AttachmentClutchLever Engaged Position f Lift Lever High Position Low Position TO OPERATE ON HILLS _ CAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slewing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position If stoppi...

Page 15: ...to bottom of gas tank tiller neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame TO START ENGINE When startingthe engine forthe firsttime or if the engine has runout of fuel itwilltake extra crankingtime to move fuel from the tank to the engine 1 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake 2 Place gear s...

Page 16: ...riveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowi...

Page 17: ... 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 least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean o...

Page 18: ...t results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL 1 Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades 2 Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade 18 3 Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly 4 Reassemble...

Page 19: ... starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oi 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 at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours In one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and ...

Page 20: ... cover and secure with knob s TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 1 Remove cartridge nut 2 Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor 3 Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface NOTE If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge 4 Reinstall cartridge nut precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT Petroleumsolve...

Page 21: ...ch in DISEN GAGED position 2 Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position 3 Roll belt off engine pulley 4 Remove small retainer spring and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt 5 Remove large retainer spring slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket 6 Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rea...

Page 22: ... the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length Both links should be approximately 10 3 8 If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link To lower front of mower loosen 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 ...

Page 23: ...ge parking brake 2 Measure distance between brake operating arm end nut A on brake rod 3 If distance is other than 1 I 2 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A 4 Hoad test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is neces sa...

Page 24: ...and corrosion Washers Retaining Axle Cover TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY 4UM3AUTION Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materialsaway from batteries Always wear eye protectionwhen around batteries If your battery istoo weak to startthe engine it shouldbe recharged See BATTERY inthe MAINTENANCE sectionof this manual If jumper cables are used for emergenc...

Page 25: ...des tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor 4 To replace reverse above procedure keps nut as shown Tighten securely 5 Connect BLACK grounding cable to _ negative terminal with remaining _ _ Hood hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely _ 6 Close battery box door _ HeadlightWire r _ Connector Seat F Battery _ _ _ Keps Nut_ _ Hex Bolt Positive Negative Red Cable Black Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BUL...

Page 26: ...NG 1 Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetorwhen making carburetor adjustments 2 Be sure the throttle controlcable is adjusted properly see above FINAL SE I FING 1 Start engine and allowto warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine runningand shift motioncontrol lever in neutral N position 2 Move throttiecontrollever to slow p _tlon With finger rotate and hold thrott...

Page 27: ... deposites from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also experiance indicates that alcohol 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 and engine while in storage 1 Drain the fuel tank 2 Start the engine and let it run until the fuel ...

Page 28: ... or starter CORRECTION 1 Fill fuel tank 2 See TO START ENGINE in Operation section 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 8 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all widng 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 1O Contact a Sears or other qual...

Page 29: ...el 5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels CORRECTION 1 Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed 2 Adjust throttle control Clean undersideof 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 fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank...

Page 30: ...ttery 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 CORRECTION 1 Remove obstruction 2 Replace mower drive belt i 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Replace blade mandrel 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Level mower deck...

Page 31: ... Rp_ 3_ _X Q _0 RPM _ARGff _ _yST_M _ ONNECTE Di FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID sso s_p_ e_ooR_ DIODE _ i NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS P C_ _ _ _ _ EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ABE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE HEADLIGHTS BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE _ SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS NON REMOVABL...

Page 32: ...ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 i I n n ...

Page 33: ...ed 25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga W I 6 WIr red 26 175158 Fuse 20AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ig_ Delta Push in 33 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman Delta 40 170217 Hamess Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Hex 1 4 20unc x 1 2 42 131563 Cover TerminolRed 43 175141 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 AMP 52 141...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3O 29 28 54 3O 33 10 35 34 o_ _ 2O8 34 ...

Page 35: ...ex w Ins 3 3 16 Uric 28 140434 Griti Lens Asm 29 140273X599 Lens Grille Private label 30 169465X558 Fender Pnt 31 136619 Bracket Fender Support 33 145244X558 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 145243X558 Footrest Pnt Rb 35 72110606 Bolt RdHd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Tyt 38 169834 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut LoCk Hex W Ins 1 4 20 52 19091416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 1...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 GROUND DRIVE 77 52 17 _113 51 5 18 32 52 119 27 36 ...

Page 37: ...ylon BIk 629 Id 150 36 STD551062 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Ga 151 37 STD571810 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 170 38 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 202 39 74760644 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc X 2 3 4 40 4470J Specdr Split 395 x 59 Bzp 41 165838 Keeper Belt Idler PART NO DESCRIPTION 19131312 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 154407 Be crank Clutch Gm Drv Sti 1232_5X Retainer Belt Style Spring ...

Page 38: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL N UMBER 917 271530 L _ _ f t isI _ 38 ...

Page 39: ...060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 30 STD5612t0 Pin Cotter I 8 x 3 4 Cad 32 130465 Rod Tte Wire Form 19 75 MeCh 36 155099 Bushing Strg 5 8 ID Dash 37 152927 Screw 38 t 39769 Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears USA 39 19133812 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga 40 7810H Nut Lock Center 3 8 24 41 100711L Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 145054X428 BOOtSteedng Dash P L MTL BIk 43 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 44 153720 Extension...

Page 40: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 3 I 72 62 13 4 14 78 4O ...

Page 41: ...9 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scm 31 I09202X Tank Fuel Front 1 25 32 158990 Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented 33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk 37 137040 Line Fuel20 38 148315 Plug dreln 40 124028x Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line 44 17670412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 45 1700C612 Screw Hex wsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 4 46 19G91416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 ga 62 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5 16 72 71070512 Scre...

Page 42: ... Spring Cprsn I 27 BIk Pnt 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 6 ST To41437 LOCknutHexW Wsh 3 8 16 7 124181X Spdr_SeatCprsn2250B_kZi 21 171852 SoltShld5 16 1BUnC 2Ag _D 22 STD541431 NutLockHex W Ins 5 16 18 8 17000616 Screw 3 8 16 X 1 1 2 24 19171912 Washer17 32Xt 3 T6X12Ga 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 10 174894 Pan Se t 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x ...

Page 43: ...sh 6sp 42 15 160396 Decal V Belt Sch 16 163207 Decal Fender Sd 6 42 157199X428 Pad Footrest 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 177089 ManualOwners Engfish 177080 ManualOwners Spaalsh WHEELS ANDTIRES 3 g I _ i KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Value Tire 2 65139 StemValue 3 1_o222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Inner Front 35060 5 1 6732X427 Rim Asm 6 front Whfte Service 6 278H ...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 LIFT ASSEMBLY 19 13 2O 15 44 ...

Page 45: ...n BIk 629 Id 7 125631X Grip Han_e Fluted BIk 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Unk Lift LH 12 139866 Link Lift RH 13 STID624008 Retainer Spdng 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 130171 Trunnion BIk Zinc 18 73800800 Nut Lock W Wsh 1 2 13unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring Zinc 31 169865 Bearing I vtLift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlcck 3 8 24 NOTE All c...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NU MBER 917 271530 MOWER DECK 31 34 I 4 19 21 16 27 46 ...

Page 47: ...827 Bolt Shoulder 146 171977 Bolt Cardage Idler 20 159770 Baffle Vortex 147 131335 Spdng Extension 21 STD541431 NutCrownlock5 16 18UNC 148 1690_2 SpdngRetumldler 22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 149 165898 RetainerSpringYellowZinc 23 131267 Bracket Deflector 150 19091216 Washer 9 32 x 5 4 x 16 Ga 24 105304X Cap Sleeve 151 169670 Bracket Clutch 25 123713X Spring Torsion Deflector 152 169676 Cable Clutch...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 DANA TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER D4360 140 20 21 22 24 27 32 54 8 25 48 49 5O 56 59 48 ...

Page 49: ...8 120952X Shaft Cross 18 105910X Chain 24 Pitches 59 170991 Gear Miter 1 2T Idler 19 160942 Cover Detent 60 160950 Axle RH 20 160943 Gear Spur 1 2T 21 148267 Collar Clutch 61 170992 Housing Lower 62 7294J Disc Br_ke 22 138236 ASSy Kit Clutch Keys 63 108989X Spacer Brake Puck 23 73810500 Nut Lock 5 16 24 64 160952 Jaw Brake 24 142676 Shaft Intermediate 65 t20954X Pin Dowel 25 2244J Key Woodruff No ...

Page 50: ...OR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODELNUMBER 287707 TYPE NUMBER 1259 E1 _ REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 53 K_ _ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL _ _ 1022 635_ _ 883 617 35_ 307_ 10_ _911 50 ...

Page 51: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 BRIGGS STRA rroN ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 287707 TYPE NUMBER 1259 E1 I 1019 LABEL KIT I I 1058OWNER SMANUAL i 127 51 ...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271530 BRIGGS STRATrON ENGINE MODELNUMBER 287707 TYPE NUMBER 1259 E1 503 _ 803 _ _44_ 3t0 _ 802_ _ _ 1o9o o _797 1036 LABEL EMISSIONS 1006 729A_ 304 1 o I _ 305_ 287 _ 524_ lOO ...

Page 53: ..._ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET NIKKI J 217_ 127A _ _ _ 137A _ J_ 369 _ _ 1127A1_ _ 105A_ 276A _ _ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 104_ 127_ 276 _ 987_ 95 634A_ 634_ 117_ 231 42_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 3 _ 524 _ 842 868 6170 5_ 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 51_ 95A_ 276A_ 104A_ 127A lOSA 557A 137A O 231A_ 977A CARBURETOR GASKET SET I 51 ___ 276A _ J 53 ...

Page 54: ...ing Set Piston 030 O S 141A 495931 Ktl Choke Shaft Choke A 27 891299 Lock Piston Pin Matlc 28 498319 Pin Piston Standard 141B 695420 Kit Choke Shaf 498320 Pin Piston 020 O S 29 692419 Rod Connectir g Standard 142 692412 _ Nozzle Carburetor 499940 Rod Connecting 020 U S 146 691639 Key Timing 32 692852 Screw Connecting Rod 167 692297 Air Cleaner Stud Seal 33 495856 Valve Exhaust 176 691917 O Ring Se...

Page 55: ...e Starter 967 691326 Seal Throttle Shaft 513 692024 Clutch Drive 987A 690998 Seal Throttle Shaft 523 692014 Dipstick 996 690678 Carburetor Shield 524 291370 Seal Dipstick Tube 1005 695056 Fan Flywheel 525 691398 Tube Dipstick 1006 690452 Retainer Fan 544 692034 Armature Starter 1019 496758 Kit Label 552 491986 Bushing Governor Lever 1022 272475 Gasket Rocker Cover 562 691119 Bolt Governor Control ...

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Page 59: ... ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not I _J_ greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gredu I ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme I caution when changing direction on slopes I I ...

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