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Page 1: ...sly built engines Before you start the r 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 pro Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates II 60179 U S A Visit our Craftsman website www sears corn craftsman ...

Page 2: ...because of operator abuse including but not limited to damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment impacting objects that bend the frame or 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 eng...

Page 3: ...such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers 3 Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower wit...

Page 4: ...nsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use ex...

Page 5: ... if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting or stoppi...

Page 6: ...mble 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 caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s ma...

Page 7: ...t Steering Washer Wheel Insert _iI liflili_ 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 Steering Wheel Adapter _ Steering Extension Shaft 1 Locknut 1 2 20 Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Knob Keys 2 Keys Video Cassette C3 Slope Sheet 7 ...

Page 8: ...ION SHAFT AND BOOT 1 Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 1 4 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut securely to 10 12 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 str...

Page 9: ...e 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 deflector shield 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 i...

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

Page 11: ...LOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED IGNITION A FI ACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 11 ...

Page 12: ...LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor A n ACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and 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...

Page 13: ...e Turn ignition key to STOP 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 STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of g...

Page 14: ...h clutch brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake Move gearshift leverto 1st gear Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as 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 pushing or towing your tractor...

Page 15: ...ng position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral N position 3 Move attachment clutch to disen gaged position 4 Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below 5 Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter con...

Page 16: ...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 mowing Always operate engine a...

Page 17: ...RECOMMENDATIONS 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: ...ged 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 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 hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown 5 T...

Page 19: ...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 after each eight 8 hours of operation r ghten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check t...

Page 20: ...er Nut aper Cartridge CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating 1 Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube...

Page 21: ...tch 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 sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Disconnectsuspension arms from re...

Page 22: ...ground mower to ground Suspension Arm Lift Link Adjustment Nut FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side It the following front to back adjust ment is necessary be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side to side To obtain the best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the ...

Page 23: ... 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 neces sary Contact a Sears or other qualified service can...

Page 24: ...p retaining ring securely in axle groove 5 Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks purchase and use tire sealant from Sears l re sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK _ _ A ERY RNING Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from b...

Page 25: ...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 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 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand in fron...

Page 26: ...r cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments 2 Be sure the throttle control sable is adjusted properly see above FINAL SETTING 1 Start engine and allow to warm for r_e minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position 2 Move throttle control lever to slow position With finger rotate and hold throttle...

Page 27: ... forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also 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 1 Drain the fuel tank 2 Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and car...

Page 28: ...ars or other qualified service center 2 3 5 Loose or damaged wiring 6 Carburetor out of adjustment 7 Engine valves out of 8 adjustment Clutch brake pedal not 1 depressed Attachment clutch is 2 engaged Weak or dead battery 3 Blown fuse 4 Corroded battery terminals 5 Loose or damaged wiring 6 Faulty ignition switch 7 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Faulty operator presence 9 switch es Weak or dead batt...

Page 29: ...park plug wire 11 Dirty engine air screen fins 12 Dirty clogged muffler 13 Loose or damaged wiring 14 Carburetor out of adjustment 15 Engine valves out of adjustment 1 Worn bent or loose blade 2 Bent blade mandrel 3 Loose damaged part s I 1 Faulty operator safety presence control system 2 3 4 5 Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade m...

Page 30: ... Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connections 3 Faulty regulator if so equipped 4 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 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3...

Page 31: ...D WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATi ERY 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 BEGOME THEIR BRIGHTEST IGNITION SWITCH POSITRON CIRCUIT MAKE OFF M G A1 NONE _UN LIGHT B A1 A2 L RUN B AI NONE START B S At NONE REMOVAB...

Page 32: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 ELECTRICAL i r 25 27 22 28 i i I 90 _ I I I I I 32 ...

Page 33: ...ttery 6 Ga W 16 Wit red 26 175158 Fuse 20AMP 27 73510400 Nut Ksps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground6ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign Delta Push In 33 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman Delta 40 179720 Harness Ign 41 71110408 BoltBIk Hox 1 4 20unc x 1 2 42 131563 Cover TerminalRed 43 178861 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 AMP 52 141940 Protection Wire Loo...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 212 3O 29 25 26 208 209 28 219 219 33 26 lo 35 34 3 38 05 26 13 _ 2O8 34 ...

Page 35: ... Sym Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Asm Dash Lh ClipTinnerrnan Grille P L Panel Dash Rh Screw Mach Trhd 5 16 18unc x 3 4 Nu Keps 5 16 18uric Hood Pnt Steel Pdvate Label Plate Bat Fuel Tank Bushing Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc x 1 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex w Ins 3 8 16 Une GrilVLensAsm Lens Grille FenderPnt Bracket Fender Support Footrest Pnt Lh FootrestPnt Rh Bolt RdHd Sht Sqnk 3 ...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 GROUND DRIVE 116 48 151 27 26 27 36 ...

Page 37: ...13 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 79 22 28M Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Cad 96 4497H Rod Brake Parking LWt 112 19091210 Cap Brake Parking 113 127285X Bracket MtgTransaxle 116 72140608 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18unc x 3 4 120 73900600 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 145 74490544 Bearing Nylon BIk629 Id 150 175456 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Ga 151 19133210 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 170 178394 Pulley Idler Composite Ext Hub 202 72110614 Bolt Fin Hex 3 ...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 STEERING _ 39 1 2 1 2 __ _ L Ct J 67 67 j6 19 _t2 47 43 38 ...

Page 39: ...er 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ca RingKlip T5304 75 Bearing Col Strg BIk Dragtink Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 8 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 Unf Spacer Brg Axle Front Nut Hexflange Lock Shaft Asm Strg Bushing Link Drag BIk LR Washer 13 32 x 7 6 x 16 Ca Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Pin Cotter 1 4 x 3 4 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech Bushing Strg 5 8 ID Dash Screw Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears USA Washer 9 16 x 2 3 8 Nut Lock ...

Page 40: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 ENGINE 81 4 31 23 14 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT r Spark Arrester 4O ...

Page 41: ...ggs ModelNo28U707 1112 E1 Muffler Exh LT B S 14HP IC OHV Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 ShieldBrowning DebdsGuard Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scrn Tank FuelFront Cap Asm Fuel Vented Clamp Hose BIk LineFuel 20 Plug Drain Oil Easy Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Stem Tank Fuel Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 Screw Hex wsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 4 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x ...

Page 42: ...0 BIk Zi Screw 3 8 16 X 1 1 2 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Seat Knob Beat Adj Wingnut Bracket Mounting Switch KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 STD541431 24 19171912 25 127018X BushingSnap BtkNy150 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc Spdng Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shld 5 16 18 Unc_2...

Page 43: ...lutch brake English Decal V Belt Dr Seh Tractor Decal Panel Dash 6sp 42 Decal V Belt Sch Pad Footrest LH Pad Footrest RH Decal Handle Lff Height Adjust Manual Owners English Manual Owners Spanish WHEELS AND TIRES 11 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Value Tire 2 65139 Stem Value 3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Inner Front 35060 5 106732X624 Rim Asm 6 front White Service 6 ...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 13 5 3 2 6 5 19 13 32 32 13 19 2O 2O 4 4 ...

Page 45: ...on Blk 629 Id 7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted BIk 8 122368X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Lift LH 12 139866 Link Lift RH 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Uric 17 175689 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock W Wsh 1 2 13unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Fletainer Spring Zinc 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE All compo...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 MOWER DECK 147 lZ a 4 149 6 F 19 21 18 27 46 ...

Page 47: ...1437 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC 44 140088 Guard Mandrel L H 45 STD624003 Retainer 46 137729 Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 48 133944 Washer Hardened 49 174284 RollerAssembly Cam Follower 50 131340 Bolt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 51 STD541410 Locknut 52 139888 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC 53 131845 ArmAssembly Pad Brake 54 133943 Washer Hardened 55 155046 Arm Idler 56 168723 Spacer R...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271553 DANA TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER D4360 140 20 21 22 27 52 53 24 25 57 4 5 46 47 48 49 59 50 56 5g 62 64 66 23 48 ...

Page 49: ...05919X Chain 24 Pitches 58 120952X Shaft Cross 19 160942 Cover Detent 59 170991 Gear Miter 1 21 Idler 20 160943 Gear Spur 1 2T 60 160950 Axle RH 21 148267 Collar Clutch 61 170992 Housing Lower 22 138236 Assy Kit Clutch Keys 62 7294J Disc Brake 23 73810500 Nut Lock 5 16 24 63 108989X Spacer Brake Puck 24 142676 Shaft Intermediate 64 160952 Jaw Brake 25 2244J Key Woodruff No 61 65 120954X Pin Dowel ...

Page 50: ...GS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1112 E1 914 _ 1022 383_ 1026 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 8680 1022 7_ 9_ 51 22_ _r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 11019 LABEL KIT J 11058 OWNER S MANUAL J 20 5O ...

Page 51: ...968 967 467 167 J 445 JrREQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL S 276 1127_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 104_1270 276_ 98 95_ 634A__ 634_ 1170 231_ _ 142_ 137_ 105_ 1 _W I 977 CARBURETOR GAS KET SE T I 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 3_ 524_ 842 _ 691 _ 176 _ _ 267 868 _ 9 6170 51 51 ...

Page 52: ...BRIGGS STRA n ONENGINE MODEL NUMBER28U707 TYPENUMBER1112 E1 6OlA 896 783A_ 544A 310_ 311A hlOTE For Replacement Starter Motor See Reference 309 697A e 934 455 _ 1119_ 287 _ 524 1005_ 733_ 75 _ 74W 7_ 668 _ 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL I I 52 ...

Page 53: ...ENGINE MODEL NUMBER28U7077 TYPENUMBER1112 E1 48 NIKKI 12_A1 13OA _1 2178 127A0 _ _ _ lO_A_ 108B _L_ 231_3_ 369 N 27AA_ 276A _ 947A 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 51_ 95At_ 276A 0 104A _ 127A 105A_ 987A_ 137A O 231A_ 977A CARBURETOR GASKET SET 51 276A 53 ...

Page 54: ... O Pin Float Hinge 25 499284 Piston Assembly Standard 104A 694918 O Pin Float Hinge Used Before Date Code 105 231855 _ Valve Float Needle 01041900 105A 694922 Q Valve Float Needle 106 690577 _ Seat Inlet 25 499288 Piston Assembry 010 108 690464 Valve Choke Manual Choke Oversize Used Before Date Code 01041900 108A 692344 Valve Choke Choke A Matic 108B 695419 Valve Choke 25 499292 Piston Assembly 02...

Page 55: ...ew Cable Clamp 947 497672 Solenoid Fuel 358 691580 Engine Gasket Set 947A 695423 Solenoid Fuel 363 19203 Flywheel Puller 967 272403 Filter Pre Cleaner 369 695422 Spring Float Bowl 968 691916 Cover Air Cleaner 383 89838 Wrench Spark Plug 971 692129 Screw Air Cleaner Base 404 691691 Washer Governor Crank 975 495933 Bowl Float 445 496894 Filter Air Cleaner Cartridge 975A 695417 Bowl Float 455 691173 ...

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Page 59: ...es greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the angl...

Page 60: ... equipment and electronics call or go on line for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center 1 800 488 1222 Anytime day or night U S A only www sears com To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 u sA 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio y para ordenar pie_s _ 1 888 SU HOGAR _ 1 888 784 6427 Au Canada pour service en franc ais 1 ...

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