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Page 1: ... built engines Before you start the en gine 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 com craftsman ...

Page 2: ...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 system cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami ...

Page 3: ...uch as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade 3 Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers 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 with...

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 stoppin...

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 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 man...

Page 7: ..._ Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Locknut 5 16 18 1 Lockwasher 3 8 Steering Extension Shaft Seat 1 Washer c_ 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge _ 1 Knob Keys 2 Keys For Future Use Slope Sheet Video Cassette i 7 ...

Page 8: ...t onto lower steering shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iooknut 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 ad...

Page 9: ...se 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 ...

Page 10: ...ng motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly 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 CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor we wish to assure that ...

Page 11: ...G ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED r l R N H L ATI ACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED _ _ _11 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATrACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 11 FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only ...

Page 12: ...AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery ATrACHMENT CLUTCH 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 and directi...

Page 13: ...y 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 grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping ...

Page 14: ...engage parking brake Move gearshift lever to 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 be sure gearshift lever is in neutral N position ...

Page 15: ...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 Beforestarting read the warm and coldsta_ng 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 continuously for more than ...

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: ...or 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 propedy 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 shoul...

Page 18: ...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 Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt ...

Page 19: ...requently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of op eration or at least once a year if the trac tor 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 13ghten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temp...

Page 20: ...Remove oil fill cap dipstick 2 Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing off engine 3 Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt 4 Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins 5 To reassemble reverse above procedure Hex _sing Bolts _ _ ___ Bolts Oil Fill Dipstick Tube Spark Engine Cooling Fins Plug MUFFLER inspect and replace corroded muffler a...

Page 21: ...oving retainer spring 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs 8 Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs 9 Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square hole i...

Page 22: ...e to side adjustment _ _ I ool Mandrel Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Bottom edge of Bottom edge of mower to mower to ground _ ground A_ VGround LineV J_ A Lift Link _ n Arm Adjustment Nut _ _ FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side If the following front to back adjust ment is necessary be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side...

Page 23: ...ractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower See q O REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers 2 Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler 3 Remove belt downward from around engine pulley 4 Pul...

Page 24: ...epair tire and reassemble NOTE On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key 4 Replace washers and snap 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 Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover I Squ...

Page 25: ...ative terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely Seat TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1 Raise hood 2 Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill 3 Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole 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 prevent ...

Page 26: ...pply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fueVair mixture Tuming the idle mixture valve out counter clockwise increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel air mixture IMPORTANT Damage to the needlevalve and the seat in carburetor may resultif screw istumed intootight PRELIMINARY SETI ING 1 Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustmen...

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: ...eak or dead battery 1 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 3 Loose or damaged wiring 3 4 Faulty solenoid or starter 4 1 Fill fuel tank 2 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 carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See q o Adju...

Page 29: ... and trash around mandrels Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut uneven 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 regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill witl fresh gaso...

Page 30: ...ell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped CORRECTION 1 Remove obstruction 2 Replace mower drive belt 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 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Clean underside of mower housi...

Page 31: ...T 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 L4 P J HEADLIGHTS NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECU...

Page 32: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271650 ELECTRICAL 26 i r I i I i 27 I i I I I 29 I I I 89 _ 32 ...

Page 33: ...le Battery 6 Ga w 16 wire red 26 175158 Fuse20AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 UNC 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key IgnMolded Craftsman 40 179720 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 42 131563 CoverTerminal Red 43 178861 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp 52 141940 Protection Wire Locp 89 1804...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271650 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES 28 12 5 _ 5 53 51 54 6O 3 74 2O8 34 ...

Page 35: ...3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash L H ClipTinnerman GrilleP L Panel Asm SLKSCR Dash R H Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Hood Assembly BumperHood Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Nut Lock Hex W Ins 3 8 16 UNC Grille w Lens Asm Lens Grille Fender Bracket Fender Support Screw Thdrol5 16 18 x 1 2 TYT Bracket Asm Pivot Nut Lock w Insert 1 4 20 UNC Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Bracket Grille Pickoff LH Screw Hex WSHD 8 18 x ...

Page 36: ...GROUND OR VE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271650 ...

Page 37: ... 134683 137057 121749 S_1075 123583X 121748X 2228M 131486 165594 165711 19171216 166228 150360 Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 96 STD624003 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16Ga 112 19091210 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Cad 113 127285X ROd Brake Parking Lt Yt 116 STD533710 Cap Brake Parking 120 73900600 Bracket Mtg Transaxte 145 74490540 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18unc x 3 4 150 175456 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 151 19133210 Bearing N...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271650 STEERING ASSEMBLY J i _41 42 37_ 37 _ 36 29 47 68 67 32 30 67 67 38 ...

Page 39: ... x 16 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Steedng Column Link Drag Washer Lock Spacer Beadng Front Axle Nut Lock Hex Flange Shaft Asm Steering Bushing Link Drag Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Pin Rod Tie Bushing Steering Screw rr 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange Cap Wheel Steer OPP BIk Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Gauge Nut Lock Center 3 8 24 UNF Adaptor Steering Wheel Boo...

Page 40: ...ielclBRN DBR Guard 29 137180 Arrestor Spark 31 109202X Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr 32 158990 Cap Asm Fuel W sym Vented 33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 37 137040 38 148315 40 124028X 44 17670412 45 17000612 46 19091416 62 STD551131 72 71070512 78 17060620 81 73510400 Line Fuel 20 Plug Oil Drain BushingSnap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol1 4 20x3 4 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3 8 16 x 3 4 Was...

Page 41: ... Bearing Nylong 7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Read 11 139865 Link Asm Lift L H 12 139866 Link Asm Lift R H KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 13 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 175689 Trunnion Front Susp 18 73800800 Nut Lockw wsh 1 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 735406...

Page 42: ...sn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3 8 16 X 1 1 2 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 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5...

Page 43: ... Decal V belt Dr Sch Decal Dash Panel Decal V belt Schematic Decal Battery Decat Ballery Dngr Psn En9 Decal Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Manual Owner s English M anuat Owner s Spanish WHEELS TIRES KEY PART NO NO 1 59192 2 65139 3 106222 X 4 59904 5 106732X427 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X427 9 106268X 10 7152J 11 104757X428 144334 DESCRIPTION Cap Vatue Tire StemValue Tire F Ts ...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271650 MOWER DECK 157 153 I 34 i i147 o 5 6 19F 21 29 18 27 ...

Page 45: ...ing Torsion Deflector 146 171977 Nut Push 147 131335 Shield Deflector 148 169022 Washer 11 32x5 8x16Ga 149 165898 Rod Hinge 150 19091216 Screw Thd Roll Dod Pt Hex 151 169670 Washer Spacer 152 169676 Pulley Mandrel 153 169674 Nut Toplock Flanged 154 169675 Bolt 155 169671 Pulley Idler Flat 156 169672 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga 157 169669 Nut Crownlock3 6 16 UNC 158 17720408 Guard Mandrel L H 159 ...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL N UMBER 917 271650 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C 3 5A 47 9 5 8 706A I I 67 83 18 4 56 57 58 59 6O 61 2g 35 157 I ...

Page 47: ... 77 788078A 031W 79 792144 29A 780160 Thrust Washer 762 ID x 82 778333 031W 29B 780051 Thrust Washer 762 ID x 83 778338 031W 85 792154 29C 780199 Anti Rotation Washer 632 87 788089A 30 780108 Cup Washer 1 127 ID x 150 788093A 032W 157 788088A 31 780001 Flat Washer 750 ID x 056W 180 730229A Use As Needed 900 794712 31A 780195 Flat Washer 750 ID x 062W 32 788083 Oil Seal 5 8 34 780194 Bushing 563 35...

Page 48: ...OR MODEL NUMBER 917 271650 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 310707 TYPE NUMBER 0137 E1 lit REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1022 6_ _ 1023_J 383_ 1029 12 71 307_ 757 _61_ 48 ...

Page 49: ... NUMBER 310707 TYPE NUMBER 0137 E1 467_ 971 968 J 8751 711_ _i 445 _ 404_ R I 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER S MANUAL 12 _ 131 I 13o 11o8 95 e_ J 231 98 5_4_ 93_ _ _ I _ 6921 _ I _270_ Z _ I 51_ L_ 105 __I 1_ 091 __11 142_ I1_ 117 9_3 276 1127_ 267 I 240_ 227 562 49 ...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271650 BRIGGS STRA I I ON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 310707 TYPE NUMBER 0137 E1 5_ 803 ...

Page 51: ...BURETOR GASKET SET 51_ 137 0 2760 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 617 0 1022_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 104_ 127 0 276_ 987 _ 95_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 8o 20 81 NIKKI 1130A__ 231A _ U lOSA_ 278A _ 4_A 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 95A _ 276A 51 O 104A_ 127A 105A_ 987A_ 137A O 231A_ 977A CARBURETOR GASKET SET 51 ...

Page 52: ...S 141B 695420 Kit Choke Shaft Nikki 27 691299 Lock Piston Pin 142 692412 Q Nozzle Carburetor 28 498319 Pin Piston Standard 146 691639 Key Timing 498320 Pin Piston 020 O S 167 692297 Air Cleaner Stud Seal 29 692419 Rod Connecting Standard 176 691917 O Ring Seal Air Cleaner 499940 Rod Connecting 020 U S 186 692317 Connector Hose 32 692852 Screw Connecting Rod 187 691050 Line Fuel Cut to Required 33 ...

Page 53: ...692014 Dipstick 987 691326 Seal Throttle Shaft 524 281370 Seal Dipstick Tube 987A 690998 Seal Throttle Shaft 525 691398 Tube Dipstick 996 690678 Carburetor Shield 544 692034 Armature Starter 1005 695056 Fan Flywheel 552 491986 Bushing Governor Lever 1006 690452 Retainer Fan 562 691119 Bolt Governor Control Lever 1019 690180 Kit Label 579 691029 Nut Starter Cable 1022 272475 Gasket Rocker Cover 601...

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Page 55: ...opes 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 an...

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