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Page 1: ...ation Maintenance Repair Parts 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 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pro Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www sesrs com craffsman ...

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 debris or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual Engine fuel system cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami nated or ...

Page 3: ... 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 themseNes and ethers from serious injury II SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss of controt and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If...

Page 4: ...ration regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oll or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike 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 deterioration which could expose moving parts or allo...

Page 5: ...e where it cannot contact spark plug CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor _k CAUTION Towonly the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specificationsof 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 tracti...

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: ... 8 16 x 1 T 1 HexBolt 5 16 18x1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 _ Steedng Wheel Adapter Seat 1 Large Flat Washer t 1 Lockwasher 3 8 Steering Extension Steering Shaft Boot Keys 2 Keys J 1 Washer 17132 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge I_ _ I Knob Slope Sheet Video Casse_e L _ ...

Page 8: ...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 steenng wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension 5 Position s...

Page 9: ...aise attachment lift laver 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 AWARNING Before starting read understand and follow a nstructons in ...

Page 10: ... are designed for discharging and bagging also Deflector Mulcher Latch Hooks CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is importantfor 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 should be properl...

Page 11: ...e factory 4 Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling I 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 properly clamped While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention t...

Page 12: ...AST SLOW WARNING EHG NEO ENG NEOFF O LPRESSD E L GHTSON OV _T_MP FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNmON CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 12 ...

Page 13: ...H LEVER Used 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 declutchingand braking the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position GEARSHIFT...

Page 14: ...ion and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire I 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 is standing idle ...

Page 15: ...uge 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 _ _ Mounting _ f_ _ 3 8 16 Locknu_ _ _F _ 3 8 Washer _ _ _ J Shoulder GaugeWheel _ _ Bolt TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the s...

Page 16: ...should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART inthe Mainte nance sectionof 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 i...

Page 17: ...gins 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 starts sl...

Page 18: ...speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS 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 Also th...

Page 19: ...nd 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 brake operation 3 Check tire pressure 4 Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation 5 Check for loose fasteners LUBRICATION CHART Zerk _ Front Bearing Zerk Zerk Whee_ Bearing Zerk Gearshift _ _ _ J Pivots _SAE 30 or 10w30 motor o...

Page 20: ...ts 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 lockwasher and fiat washer securing 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 assembly 4 Reassemble hex bolt...

Page 21: ... at FULL line on BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficientfor normal use How ever periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt ...

Page 22: ...h 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 preoleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean the car...

Page 23: ...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 rear deck...

Page 24: ...turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on bothfront links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at frontthan rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment Mandrel BothFrontLink...

Page 25: ...A Jam Nut I J _ _L_ 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 leftfootrest 1 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this sectionof this manual 2 Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler 3 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxl...

Page 26: ...chased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINEWlTH AWEAK BATTERY _CAUTION Lead acidbettedes generate explosivegases Keepsparks fiameand smokingmaterials away from batteries Always wear eye protecfion when around batteries Ifyourbattery istee weak to starttheengine it shouldbe recharged See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE se_on o...

Page 27: ...damaged wiring may cause your tractorto run poorly stoprunning or preventitfrom 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 ASSEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand infront of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt...

Page 28: ...ted properly see above 2 With engine off turn idle mixture screw in clockwise closing it finger tight and then turn out counterclockwise 1 1 4 to 1 112turns 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 centre1 lever in slow position hold throttle lever against idle spe...

Page 29: ...in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank duringstorage 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 f...

Page 30: ...lty solenoid or starter 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 6 Rep ace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 1O Contact a Sears or other qu...

Page 31: ...l 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 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Clean replace air filter 5 Check oil level change oil 6 Clean and regap or change spark plug 7 Replace fuel filter 8 Drain fuel tank and refillwit fresh gasoline 9 Drain fuel tank and carbure tot refilltank...

Page 32: ...amaged wiring 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 drive belt 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes...

Page 33: ...SCHEMATIC t RACTOR N_oDELNUMBER917 271812 33 ...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271812 ELECTRICAL 34 ...

Page 35: ...arness Light Socket W 4152j 22 4152J Bulb Light 1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4o20 Unc 28 145491 CableGround 29 121305X Switch Seat 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 40 170217 Harnesslgn 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 4o20 Unc x 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 175141 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6Amp 52 14...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER917 271812 CHASSIS ANDENCLOSURES 12 55 3 3 60 2 o t 114 3 37 54 23 2O7 13 t O 208 36 ...

Page 37: ...wThdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 38 169834 Pivot Bracket Assembly L H 51 73800400 Nut Lock w Insert 1 4 20 UNC 52 19091416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x t6 Ga 53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH 57 8TD522507 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20 UNC x 75 58 140547 Air Duct P L B S 60 3 _ 33707 Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 3 5 16 UNC x 3 4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 STD541437 N...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271812 GROUND DRIVE 62 34 116 37 26 27 38 ...

Page 39: ...C 170 53 105710X Link Clutch 197 55 1C5709X Spring Clutch Return 198 56 17060616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 202 57 130801 V Belt Ground Drive 212 59 169691 Keeper Belt Center Span 61 17060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 8883R Cover Pedal 175410 Pulley Engine 71170764 Bolt Hex 7116 20 x 4 Grade 5 STD551143 Washer 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Fool Proof 134683 Guide Mower Drive Belt R H 137057 Spacer Axle 121749X Washe...

Page 40: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271812 F _ 11 _ 31 4O ...

Page 41: ...STD561210 Pin 32 130465 Rod Tie 36 155099 Bushing Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Insert Steering Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Gauge 40 STD541537 Gripco Nut 41 1 0711L Adapbor Steering Wheel 42 145054X428 Boot Steering Shaft 43 121749 Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steedng LR LT 46 121232 Cap Spindio 47 6855M Fitting Grease 51 3_341431 NutLookHexwllns 5...

Page 42: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 2718t 2 2 1_ 14 38 32 34 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I Spark Arrester 13 42 ...

Page 43: ... Fin Hex 1 4 20Unc x 75 13 165287 Gasket Muffler 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 17 17490624 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x1 1 2 Tytt 23 169837 Shield Bm Dbr Guard 25 145996 ControlChoke 26 73920600 Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf 27 152927 Screw Tr 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange 29 137180 Arrestor Spark 31 157103 Tank Fuel 32 161696 Cap FuelGuage 33 123487X Clamp Hose 34 106082X Spacer Pad...

Page 44: ...1250X Spring Cp_sn 1 27 Elk Pnt 5 14_06 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 6 s rD541437 Nut Hex Lock wllns 3 6 16 Unc 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc 2A 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Elk Zi 22 ST0541431 Nut Hex Lock w Ins 5 16 18 8 17000616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 SMGML 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoul...

Page 45: ...ecal Battery Diehard Sears 20 172331 Decal Deck Sears 22 149516 Decal Battery 138311 Decal LiftHandle 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 178553 Owner s Manual English 178554 Owner s Manual Spanish WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Front 4 59904 Tube Front Tire Not Provided Service Item Only 5 106732 427...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271812 LIFTASSEMBLY 46 ...

Page 47: ...ng Nylon 7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Lift LH 12 139866 Link Lift R H 13 1_624008 Retainer Spdng 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock w Wsh 112 13 UNC 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spdng 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 73540600 Nut Cmwnlock 3 5 24 NOTE All component dimensions gi...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER917 271812 MOWERDECK 34 118 I 130 31 19 J_ 21 48 ...

Page 49: ...dler Flat 153 169674 37 S _551037 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 BID624003 Retainer 158 17720410 46 137729 Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 159 STD533717 48 133944 Washer Hardened 130794 49 174284 Roller Assembly Cam Follower 50 131340 Bolt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 169583 51 STD541410 Locknut 52 1...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271812 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C 36 2Q 157 41A _ 5O ...

Page 51: ... 778352 Spur Gear 19 teeth Bevel Pinion 13 teeth 53 78350 Spur Gear 16 teeth Include 13 54 778346 Spur Gear 15 taeth Ring Gear 43 teeth 56 778355 Spur Gear 11 teeth Drive Pin 57 778337 Spur Gear 13 teeth Spacer 1 130 X 695 58 778353 Spur Gear 17 teeth Ball 5 16 dia 59 778351 Spur Gear 21 teeth Set Screw 3 8 16 x 3 8 60 778349 Spur Gear 24 teeth Spring 310 OD x 625 L 61 778345 Spur Gear 25 teeth Sc...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271812 BRIGGS STRATTONENGINE MODELNUMBER42E707 TYPE NUMBER2631 E3 279 _ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET i _ 146 51 69t 552A 552 g 404 o _742 o 52 ...

Page 53: ...EL NUMBER 42E707 TYPE NUMBER 2631 E3 51 _ 447 122 51 _ 51A 97 63 _ lk REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL _ 11125 _ 107_ 119_ _ 929_ 1 o 2798 _ I ___o _ I 394A _ 95 I 80 859394 _ _ 147 435_ 51_ L 117 _ 133_ 1036 LAB EL EMISSIONS 53 ...

Page 54: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271812 BRIGGS STRATTONENGINE MODELNUMBER42E707 TYPE NUMBER2631 E3 697 8 797 73 _ _ 332 934 _ 75_ _ I006_ _ 1005_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 9 oO M A_ o 54 ...

Page 55: ... Gear Socket 186 230318 Connector Hose Crankshaft 187 499167 Line Fuel Cut to Required Cover Crankcase Length Bushing 188 94930 Screw Control Bracket Seal Oil 197 690364 Screw Back Ptate Screw Engine Sump 202 690570 Lnk Mechan ca Governor Screw Crankcase Cover 203 493230 Bell Crank Flywheel 205 690322 Screw Bell Crank Key Flywheel 209 691273 Spring Governor Piston Assembly Standard 211 261563 Spri...

Page 56: ... Retainer Air Filter 689 690555 Spring Friction 691 690657 Seal Governor Shaft 695 693149 Screw Ring Gear 697 690372 Screw Drive Cap 726 391362 Gear Ring 741 691277 Gear Timin 742 94296 Retainer EL_in 9 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 783 693059 Gear Pinion 789 695050 Harness Wiring 797 94019 Nut Starter Terminal 797A 693167 Nut Starter Terminal 801 394860 Cap Drive 802 497607 Cap End 803 691427 Housin...

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

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