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Page 1: ...tion 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 Une 5 am 5 pro Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman t ...

Page 2: ... 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 debds or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con tained in the owner s manual Engine fuel system cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami nated or ...

Page 3: ...mower safely enough to protectthem salves and others from sadoos injury Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build op which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and bum Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or otherdebris which can cause build up to occur Clean any ell or fuel spitla_ ebefore operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage 3 n SLOPE OPERATION ...

Page 4: ...peration regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspectthe equipment if you strike an object Repair ifnecessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allo...

Page 5: ...re it cannot contact spark plug _IJCAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor _CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommendedby 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 traction ...

Page 6: ...ble 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 roles Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Ma nte nance and Storage sections of this owner s man...

Page 7: ...teering Adapter _ _eeevegl Q Wheel Extension I Insert Shaft 3 8 16 x 1 1 1 Large Rat 318 _ Washer 1 Hex Belt 1 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Locknut 5 16 18 Seat 11 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Knob For Future Use Keys 2 Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet 7 ...

Page 8: ...r shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut securely to 18 22 ft Ibs torque 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward 4 Remove steering wheel adapter from steedng wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extensi...

Page 9: ...aise attachment lift lever to its highest position 2 Release parking brake by depressing clutch orake pedal 3 Place gearshift lever in neutral N position 4 Roll tractor forward oft skid 5 Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls _WARNiNG Before starting read understand and follow all instructions...

Page 10: ...at you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product Please review the following checklist v AII assembly instructionshave been completed f No remaining loose parts in carton v Battery is propedy prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps v Seat Lsadjusted comfortably and tightened securely v AII tires are propedy inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinfla...

Page 11: ...ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT r_ t R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED 3I PARKING BRAKE _ _ KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGN R ION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION I FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 11 ...

Page 12: ...ER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor A I FACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL Used for declutchingand braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LI...

Page 13: ...g engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire Tum ignitionkey 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 conditionswhen tractor is standing idle with the engine runn...

Page 14: ...ing is absolutely necessary push clutsh brake pedal quickly to brake positionand engage parking brake Move gearshift lever to 1st gear Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightlyas you restart movement To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control When ...

Page 15: ...t on seat in operating position depress clutchrbrake pedal and set parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral N position 3 Move attachment clutchto DISEN GAGED position 4 Move throttle controlto choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below 5 Insert key into ignitionand turn key clockwise to START position and release key as soon as engine starts Do no...

Page 16: ...es driveways 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 dip 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 m...

Page 17: ...r 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 or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check ...

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

Page 19: ... 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosityoils 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 at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starti...

Page 20: ...cleaner over cartridge 7 Reinstall 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 wi...

Page 21: ...nt clutch 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 f...

Page 22: ... the followingfront to back adjust ment is necessary be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side to side To obtainthe best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure distance D directly in front and behi...

Page 23: ...and engage parking brake 2 Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod 3 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 4 Road 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 ...

Page 24: ... prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Ret_dninc Ring Axle Cover TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA n ERY _kCAUTION Lead add bettedes generate explosivegases Keep sparks fl_ and _T_ldngmaterialsaway from batteries Alwayswear eye protection when around batteries Ifyourbatteryistoo weakto starttheengine it shouldbe recharged See BA I TERY inthe MAINTENANCE sectionof thismanual if jumper cables are...

Page 25: ...e in the backside of the grill 4 Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or preventit from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsn...

Page 26: ...INARY SETTING 1 Air cleaner assembly mustbe a_ to the carburetor when makingcarburetor adjustments 2 Be surethe throttle control cable is a_usted properly see above FINAL SETIING 1 Start engine end allow to warm for five minutes Make finaladjustments with engine runningand shift rootlon control lever in neutral N position 2 Move throttfacontrol leverto_ position W r_f lger rotateand hold throttle ...

Page 27: ...in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also expedance indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moistura 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 untilthe fu...

Page 28: ...lter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See ToAdjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 1 Clean replace air rifler 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or replace battery 4 Replace fuel rifler 5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline 6 Chec...

Page 29: ...lade mandrel 5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels 1 Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed 2 Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and ragap or change spark plug Replace fuel rifler Drain fuel tank and refillwith fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refilltank w...

Page 30: ...y light switch 4 Loose or damaged widng 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connections 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Level mower deck 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Replace mower ddve bell 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 R...

Page 31: ...R TRACTOR IS _ a_c_ EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM L_ THE LIQHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO TRE 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 TREIR BRIGHTEST WIRING INSULATED CUPS HEADUGHTS NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS NOTE...

Page 32: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 ELECTRICAL ...

Page 33: ... Llgt_t 1156 4799J Cable Batte W 6ga 11 red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga W 16 Wir red 175158 Fuse20AMP 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Uric 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12 black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 175566 Switch Ign Delta Push In 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman Delta 178437 Harness Ign 71110408 Bo_tB_kHex 1 4 20unc x 1 2 131563 Cover Terrrdnal Red 178861 Solenoid 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 AMP 1...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3O 29 _25 58 12 26 31 _ _ 26 s5 2O6 11 54 28 33 10 13_ 34 ...

Page 35: ... 19131312 Washer 13 32 x 13 15 x 12 Ga 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w Ins 3 8 16 Unc 140434 GrlllJLensAsm t40273X599 LensGrille Private lahel t 69465x55g Fender Pnt 136619 Bracket Fenrter Suppod t45244X558 Footrest Pnt Lh 145243X558 Footrest Pnt Rh 72110606 Bo_tRdHd Silt Sqnl 3_ 16 x 3 4 17490508 Screw Tl_drol 5 t6 18 x ti2 Tyt 175710 Bmel et Asm Pivot Mower Rear 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W Ins 1 4_20 190914...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 GROUND DRIVE D 22 119 27 36 ...

Page 37: ...l 65 STD551143 WasherLockHvyHIclSpr7 16 19 3D541437 Nut Lock Hex W Ins 5 8 16 Unc 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 21 106933X Knob Rd 1 2 13 PlstcThds BIk 70 134683 Guide Belt Mower Ddve RH 22 130804 Rod Brake BIkZinc 26 840 74 10_502X Specer Axle 24 STD541237 NutHexJam3 8 16Unc 75 t21749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4x 16Ga 25 106888X SpdngRodBrake20OZinc 76 STD581075 E 6 nng_ 5133 75 26 19131016 Washer 15 32...

Page 38: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 ID ...

Page 39: ...4 3_ 130465 Rod _e Wlre Form 19 75 Mach 36 155099 Bushing S_ g 5 8 ID Dash 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears USA 39 19133812 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga 40 78t0H Nut Lock Center 3 8 24 41 100711L Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 145G54X428 Boot Steedng Dash P l_ MTL BIk 43 t21749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 G 44 153720 Extension Steedng Non adjust 46 121232X Cap Spindle FrTop B_k 47 3636M F...

Page 40: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 78 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 81 727 13 23 14 4O ...

Page 41: ...d 29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestc_ Flat Scm 31 10_ _X Tank Fuel Front 1 25 32 158990 Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented 33 123487X Clamp HoSe BIk 37 137040 Line Fuel 20 38 148315 plug drain 40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line 44 17670412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 45 17000612 Screw Hex wsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 4 46 19091416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x lg ga STD551131 Washer Lock H HIcJ Spr 5 16 72 71070512 Screw ...

Page 42: ...3 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 10 174894 Pan Seat 11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingn_ 12 121246X Bracket Mounting Sw_tch KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 13 121248X BUShingSnap BIk Nyt 50 Id 14 72 _60412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 1 2 15 134300 Spacer Split 2gx 96 Yel Zinc 16 12125OX Spdng Cprsn 1 27 B4kPhi 17 123G76X N_ Lock 1 4 tge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 21 171852 Bo_tShld 5 16 15 Unc 2A BJkD 22 S_ 541431 NLdL_Hex W Ins 5 16 18 2...

Page 43: ...Handle Lit Height Adjust Decal Fender Craftsman White 178124 Manual Owners English Decst BatteP Dng Psn Eng 178125 Manual Ownnrs Spanish Acres Decal Danger Fender Eng span WHEELSANDTIRES 4 10 11 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Value Tim 2 65139 StemVstue 3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 6 Sewice 4 59904 Tube Inner Front 35060 5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6 lTomWhlte Service 6 278H FittingG_ease 7 9040H...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 13 3 19 32 20 44 ...

Page 45: ... Nylo11BIk629 Id 7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted BIk 8 122365X Bulton Plunger Red 11 139855 Link Lift LH 12 139866 Link LiftRH 13 1_624008 Retainer Spdng 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 175689 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock W Wsh 1 2 13unc 19 13 9868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Ret_JnerSpringZinc 31 169865 Bearing PUt Lilt 32 73540600 Nut Crewnlc k 3_ 24 NOTE An component d...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 MOWER DECK 148 34 I 46 ...

Page 47: ... 153 169674 28 19111016 Washer 11 32xg gx16G 154 169675 29 131491 Rod Hinge 155 169671 30 157722 ScrewThdrol Washer Head 156 169672 31 129963 Washer Spacer 157 169669 32 153535 Pulley Mandrel 158 177 20410 33 178342 Nut Toplcck Flanged 159 72140614 34 STD533717 Bolt Rdhd 3 8 19 x 1 3 4 130794 36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 37 STD551037 Washer 13i32x13 16xlg Gauge 169583 40 STD541437 Nut Crowetock 3 B...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NU MBER 917 271531 DANA TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER D4360 140 20 21 22 36 38 53 4B 49 50 43o 48 ...

Page 49: ...16 105910X C_a_n 24 Pitches 58 120952X Shaft Cress 59 170991 Gear Miter 1 23 idler 19 160942 Cover Detent 60 160950 Axle RH 20 160943 Gear S_lur 1 2T 21 148267 Collar utch 61 170992 Housing Lower 62 7294J Disc Brake 22 138236 Assy Kit Clutch Keys 23 73810500 Nut Lock 5 10 24 643 106989X Spacer Brake Puck 160952 Jaw Brake 24 142676 Shaft Intermediate 65 120954X Pin Dowel 25 22443 Key Woodruff No 61...

Page 50: ...GS STRATTONENGINE MODELNUMBER 287707 TYPE NUMBER 1255 E3 lO 51 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KiT _10 _ F 1O_ _ 9_ 51A _ 24 11 306_ __ _ lSq_ Jr REQUIRESSPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL SEE RE_Wt INSTRUCTIONMANUAL I 101SLA ELNiTI 1058 OWNER S MANUAL I 54 50 ...

Page 51: ...R 287707 TYPE NUMBER 1255 E3 Q 276 LMT CA R EPJRETO R i PART NUMUR 142 947 Loc no _ 186__ I THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE A MATIC AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS 232 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT o _ 1270 267 _ 7 95 634 _ 117_1 231 1370 105 _IA _ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 51 ...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271531 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 287707 TYPE NUMBER 1255 E3 8O3 801 9_ 1005 363 _ 23A 524 74 _ 668 1044 _ 75 455 1036 LABEL EMISSIONS 1 52 ...

Page 53: ...Length Screw Con_ol Bracket 499296 Piston Assembly 030 188 94929 O S 192 492160 Adjuster Rocker Arm 26 495854 Ring Set Piston Std 209 260695 Sprin Governor 495852 Ringing Set Piston OlO O B 216 262766 Link _hoke 495851 Ring Bet Piston 020 O S 216A 262767 Link Choke 495855 Rin Set Piston 030 _O S 222 495611 Bracket Control 27 263129 Lock Piston Pin 227 493935 Lever Governor 28 498319 Pin Assembly P...

Page 54: ...81370 Dipstick Tube Seal 934 94627 Screw Fan Retainer 525 496113 Dips6ckTube 947 497672 Solenoid Fuel 535 496894 Filter NC Element 967 272403 Filter pre Cleaner 544 497603 Armature Starter 968 281758 Cover Air Cleaner 552 491986 Bushin Q Gov Lever 975 495933 Bow_ Float 556 93621 Screw _Altemetor 977 690192 Gasket Set Carburetor 562 94907 Bolt Governer Lever 987 281166 _ Scal Tilrottle Shaft 579 92...

Page 55: ...N ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL 15 MAX _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not I 1 greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme I _ng direction on slopes ...

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