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Page 1: ...tly III I tll from previously built engines Before you start the engine read and understandthis Owner s Manual 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 Sear Craft men Help Line 5 am 5 pm Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 visit our Craftsman website www sears co...

Page 2: ...crankshaft or over speeding the engine Repairs necessary because of operator negligence including but not limited to electdcal 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 contained in the owner s manual Engine fuel sy...

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

Page 4: ... operation 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 inspect the equipment if you stdke an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and detedoration which could expose moving parts or al...

Page 5: ...here it cannot contact spark plug _i 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 tract...

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

Page 7: ... Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 _ SteeringWheel _ Adapter 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Locknut 5 16 18 1 Lockwasher 3 8 Steering Extension Steering Shaft Boot 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge _ 1 Knob Keys Slope Sheet 2 Keys Video Cassette 7 ...

Page 8: ...XTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1 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 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 steedn...

Page 9: ...ise 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 DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls _WARNING Before starting read understand and follow all ins ructions ...

Page 10: ... dischargirlg and Deflector Shield _ _ _ ba ging also Mulcher _ Plate _ Latch _ _ Hooks CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing shou...

Page 11: ...e factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to raar for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling 1 Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are propedy clamped While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to t...

Page 12: ...F REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT L PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKEO _r _ R N H L c _ ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEPHANDSANDFEETAWAY 12 FREEWHEEL Automat_ Modebon_ ...

Page 13: ... 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 GEARSHIFT LEVER Sele...

Page 14: ...ontrol to slow position 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...

Page 15: ...ightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt 3 8 washer and 3 8 16 Iocknut and tighten securely 3 Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole GaugeWheel _ _ _ J3 Bracket _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 3 8 Washer J Shoulder TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat w...

Page 16: ...uld change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainte nance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainte nance section in this manual ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in...

Page 17: ... 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 F and below 7 When engine...

Page 18: ...speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used MULCHING MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use The special mulching blade will recur 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 th...

Page 19: ...at 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 _east once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug ...

Page 20: ...DE CARE For best 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 secunng blade 3 Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown 20 IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembl...

Page 21: ...ange 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 Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oit level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service...

Page 22: ...with knob s TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 1 Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate 2 Carefully remove cartridge 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 plate wing nuts precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean the ...

Page 23: ... 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 spnng 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 rear deck brack...

Page 24: ...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 behind 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 ap...

Page 25: ...A _ Jam Nut Operating Arm TO REPLACE MOTION 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 1 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual 2 Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler 3 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pull...

Page 26: ...al parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining _ _r__ Axle Cover _ Square Key Rear Wheel Only 1 3 START ENGINEWITH AWEAK BAI FERY _I_CAUTION Lead acid batteries generate explosivegases Keep sparks ltame and smokingmaterials away from batteries Always wear eye protectionwhen around batteries Ifyourbattery is tooweak to startthe engine it shouldbe recharged S...

Page 27: ...TERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poody stop running or prevent itfrom starting Check wiring See electdcal widng 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 ASSEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand in front of tr...

Page 28: ... above 2 With engine off tam idle mixture screw in clockwise closing it finger tight and then tum out counterclockwise 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 turns FINAL SETTING 1 Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position 2 With throttle control lever in slow position hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adju...

Page 29: ...essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also experiance 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 and engine while in storage 1 Drain the fuel tank 2 Start the engine and let it run until the fue...

Page 30: ...rter I 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 rapJace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline end replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact a Sears or other qualif...

Page 31: ...tighten spark plug wire 1 Clean engine air scraen fins 12 Clean replace muffler 13 Check all wiring 14 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 15 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 15 Engine valves out of adjustment 1 Worn bent or loose blade 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Bent blade mandrel 2 Replace blade mandrel 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s ...

Page 32: ...leaves and trash around mandrels 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 drive belt 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes 1 Switch...

Page 33: ... F IF SO EQtJIPPED __1 L P IGNITION SWITCH NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE 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 THEIR BRIGHTEST HEADLIGHTS NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS O REMO...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NU MBER 917 271811 ELECTRICAL 21 34 ...

Page 35: ... I 4 153664 Switch Interlock Push fn 166182 Hamess Light Socket W 4152j 4152J Bulb Ugtlt 1156 4799J Cable Batten 146148 Cable Batten 175158 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 145491 Cable Ground 1213O5X Switch Seat 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 17 _17 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Uric x 1 2 131563 Cover TerminaJ 175141 Solenoid 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp 1...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 58 12 53 55 57 207 23 54 6O 3 74 2O7 2O8 36 ...

Page 37: ...rew Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 38 169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly L H 51 73800400 Nut Lock w Insed 1 4 20 UNC 52 19091416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 55 1452 _ Bracket Grille Pickoff RH 57 S_7 Bolt Fin Hax 1 4 20 UNC x 75 58 140547 Air Duct P L B S 60 ST T_33707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 UNC x 3 4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 S_1437 NutCrow...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 GROUND DRIVE 57 70 116 22 26 27 38 ...

Page 39: ...70 53 105710 Link Clutch 197 55 105709X Spdng Clutch Return 198 56 17060616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 20_ 57 130801 V Belt Ground Ddve 212 59 169691 Keeper Beft Center Span 61 17060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 8883R Cover Pedal 175410 Pulley Engine 71170764 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 4 Grade 5 BTD551143 Washer 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Fool Proof 134683 Guide Mower Drive Belt R H 137057 Spacer Axle 121749X Washer 25 3...

Page 40: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 L i 4O ...

Page 41: ...k Drag 19131416 Washer 13 82 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge 17060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 5 4 STD561210 PLn 130465 Rod Tie 155099 Bushing Steedng 162927 Screw 139769 Insert Steering Wheel 19133812 Washer 13132 x 2 3 8 x12 Gauge S H_541537 Gdpco Nut 100711L Adaptor Steedng Wheel 143O54X428 Boot Steedng Shaft 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge 153720 Extension Shaft Steedng LR LT 121232 Cap Spindle 1_55M Fitting G...

Page 42: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 39 14 38 13 32 34 31 33 23 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 42 ...

Page 43: ... Lt S_1125 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 STD522507 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20Unc x 75 165287 Gasket Muffler 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STC551237 Washer Lock Ext Tool_ 3 8 174g0624 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16xl 1 2 Tytt 169837 Shield BrrVDbr Guard 145996 ConlroiChoke 73920600 Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf 152927 Screw Tr 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange 137180 Arrestor Spark 157103 Tank Fuel 161696 Cap FuelGuage 123487 Clamp Hose 1060...

Page 44: ...21250X Spdng Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w Ins 3 8 16 Unc 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 3 16 18 Unc 2A 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIKZI 22 STD541431 Nut Hex LOCk wrins 5 16 18 8 17030616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 SMGML 24 19171912 washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga 9 19131614 Washer 13F32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Should...

Page 45: ...Handle Decal LowerDash 165800X428 Pad FootrestLHSTLT Decal Rplcmnt 165799X428 Pad FootrestRHSTLT Decal Fender CraftsmanGold o 178072 Owner sManual English Decal FenderSTLT Oper InstFJS o 178073 Owners Manual Spanish WHEELS AND TIRES 11 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 VaJve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Front 4 59904 Tube Front Tire Not Provided Service Item Only 5 106732X427 Rim Fr...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 LIFT ASSEMBLY 13 3 13 19 13 _ 20 32 32 19 15 15 20 46 ...

Page 47: ...ng Nylon 7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 8 1_ _365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Lift L H 12 139866 Link Lift R H 13 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350e00 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13 UNC 19 139868 Ann Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE All component dimensions g_...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 MOWER DECK 34 _ 21 119 1 18 _ L 11_ 112 118 i 27 48 ...

Page 49: ...6 131494 Pultsy Idler Flat 153 169674 37 STD551037 Washer 13 32 x13 16 x16 154 169675 Gauge 155 169671 40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3 8 16UNC 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 174284 Rslier Assembly Cam Follower 50 131340 Bdlt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 169583 51 STD54...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C 13 I 5O ...

Page 51: ...8 778353 Spur Gear 17 teeth 20 792077A Ball 5 16 dia 59 778351 Spur Gear 21 teeth 21 792078 Set Screw 3 8 16 x 3 8 60 7 8349 Spur Gear 24 teeth 22 792079 Spdng 310 OD x 625 L 61 778345 Spur Gear 25 eeth 25 792073A Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 65 780189 FlatWasher 25A 7 92177 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 3 6 563 ID x 062W 26 792125 Retaining Ring pkg of 2 66 776422 Input Shaft 27 7_ RetainlngRing 67 776396 Shifter Bra...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NU MBER 917 271811 BRIGGS STRA I FONENGINE MODEL NUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0147 E1 22 _ ...

Page 53: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODELNUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0147 E1 842 524 O 441 147 394 391 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 51_ 394 102 _ 859 95_ 607 14_ 859A 53 ...

Page 54: ...MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODELNUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0147 E1 968 97_ 967 445 2221 689 113_ 1137 _ 789 861 FUEL PUMP KIT 432_ 392_ 859_394_859A _ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 163_ o 1 I_ II 54 ...

Page 55: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271811 BRIGGS STRATrON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 461707 TYPE NUMBER 0147 E1 332_ 197_ 934_ 75_ 1006 1005_ 363_ 3O4 307 A 865A 447 307 802 544 797A 797 697 55 ...

Page 56: ... 691807 Spring Governed Idle 499182 Piston Assembly 020 O S 212 693544 Link Throttle 499183 Piston Assembly 030 O S 212A 690571 Link Throttle 26 499184 Ring Set Piston Std 219 394348 Gear Governor 499185 Ring Set Piston 010 O S 220 690412 Washer Governor Lever 499186 Ring Set Piston 020 O S 222 691366 Bracket Control 499187 Ring Set Piston 030 O S 227 690762 Control Lever Governor 27 691299 Lock P...

Page 57: ...18 393815 Hose Vacuum Cut to 474 691063 Alternator Required Length 506 691029 Nut Governor Control Lever 934 691058 Screw Fan Retainer 507 691972 Insulator 955 693513 Plug Carburetor 510 497606 Drive Stader 967 272490 Filter Pre Cleaner 513 692024 Clutch Drive 968 691207 Cover Air Cleaner 520 691084 TerminaFGreund 971 691100 Screw Air Cleaner Base 823 691385 Dipstick 1005 498157 Fan Flywheel 524 6...

Page 58: ...NOTES ...

Page 59: ...NLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL l perate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not I greater than 15 never acrose tha face Make turns gradu J a y to prevent Upping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

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