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Page 1: ...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 sears com craftsman ...

Page 2: ...rranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase Please contact your nearest service center After 30 days from the date of purchase warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman ridingequip ment to your nearest Sears Service Center In home warranty service will still be avail able after 30 days from the date of purchase but ...

Page 3: ...dge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do nottryto stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of Children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that chi...

Page 4: ...t and turn machine off 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 Taft 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 Av...

Page 5: ...emble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail able 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 ...

Page 6: ..._ _LI J_ Parts Bag contents shown full size 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 2 Washers 3 16 x 3 4 x 16 Gauge 2 Weld Nuts 10 _ 10 x 5 8 2 Lock Washers 10 4 Retainer Springs single loop 3 Retainer Springs double loop 6 ...

Page 7: ... I Mulcher Plate Steering Wheel B 2 Shoulder Bolts 2 Gauge Wheels 2 Washers 3 8x 7 8 x 14 Gauge Q 2 CenterlockNuts Parts Bag contents not shown full size __ _ _ 2 Latch Hook 2 Keys Assemblies 2 Front Link Assemblies Slope Sheet Steering Wheel Insert SteedngSleeve Steering Sleeve Extension ...

Page 8: ...y additional loose parts or boxes and remove BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL Remove Iocknut and large flat washer from steering shaft Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide the steering sleeve over the steer ing shaft Align tabs and press steering sleeve extension into bottom of steering wheel Position steering wheel so cross bars are...

Page 9: ...justments section of this manual INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage parking brake Cut and remove ties securing anti sway bar and belts Swing anti sway bar to left side of mower deck Slide mower under tractor with dis charge guard to right side of tractor IMPORTANT Check belt for proper rout ing i...

Page 10: ... Locknut Use Pliers For Retainer Springs Double Loop Retainer Spring Anti Sway Bar INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw washer lock washer and weld nut as shown NOTE Pro assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down Tighten hard ware securely Raise and hold deflector shield in up right position Place front of mulche...

Page 11: ...MISSION in the Op eration section of this manual Latch v CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST v All assembly instructions have been completed v No remaining loose parts in carton v Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps v Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes_the tires were overinflated at the...

Page 12: ...W WARNING ENG NEON ENG NEOFF OILFRE U E GNTSCH OV_ E_P1 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER UFT LOCKED N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKINGBRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREEWHEEL Auiomatic Models only 12 ...

Page 13: ... tachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used to control engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower cutting height MOTION CONTROL...

Page 14: ... Out To this possibility always stop engine when Engage stopping tractor on grass areas A CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving Brake the operator s position to empty grass Position catcher etc THRO n LE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throt tle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best bagg...

Page 15: ...ut off the engine Select desired height of cut Lower mower with attachment lift con trol Start mower blades by engaging attach ment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disen g_gc e attachment clutch control AUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the discharge guard in place Attachment Clutch Attachment Lift Lever Switch Pull Out To High Pos...

Page 16: ...ended 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 To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emp tied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empt...

Page 17: ...Should your transmission require removal for service or replace ment it should be purged after reinstalla tion before operating the tractor Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set Disengage transmission by placing free wheel control in freewheeling position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is ru...

Page 18: ...ng attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used J 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 t...

Page 19: ...DATIONS 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 periodi cally to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least on...

Page 20: ...ock washer and flat washer securing blade 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 Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown TIghten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated Trailing E Up Mandrel St...

Page 21: ...SH Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating tem perature NOTE Although multi viscosify oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils 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 50 hours of...

Page 22: ... cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge cleaner_ ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year Unscrew old filter by turning counter clockwise Use a suitable container to catch oil Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to rubber gasket on replacement oil fil...

Page 23: ...ire where it cannot come in contact with plug TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Place attachment clutch in DISEN GAGED position Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting Lower mower to its lowest position Remove retainer spring holding anti swaybar to chassis bracket and disen gage anti swaybar from bracket Remove retainer springs from suspen sion arms at deck and disengage arms from deck Raise attachme...

Page 24: ... 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 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 e...

Page 25: ...ry idler arm and two idters to see that they rotate freely Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous ing MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION Install belt in both idlers Make sure belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers as shown Install new belt onto electric clutch pul ley Roll belt into upper groove of left hand mandrel pulley Carefully check belt routing making ...

Page 26: ...and mandrel Cover Reinstall mower to tractor See INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual Reassemble mower drive belt See TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT in this section of this manual Center Mandrel Idler Secondary Idler Arm Spdng Bracket Screw TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle If tractor r...

Page 27: ...is made if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position follow these steps Loosen the adjustment bolt Move the motion control lever 1 4 to 112 inch in the direction it is trying to creep Tighten adjustment bolt securely Start engine and test If tractor still creeps repeat above steps until satisfied Motion Control Lever Neutral Bolt TRANSMISSION RE...

Page 28: ...ecting battery remove metal bracelet_ wristwatch bands rings etc i P_sitive terminal mustbe connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding Lift hood to raised position Remove terminal guard Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery Reinstall terminal guard First c...

Page 29: ...justment as described below before _osening cable If adjust ment is necessary proceed as follows With engine not running move choke control located on dash panel to full choke position Loosen knob and remove cover assem bly from air cleaner Choke should be closed If it is not loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw se curely Replac...

Page 30: ...l system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience 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 dam age the fuel system of an engine while in storage Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lin...

Page 31: ...rty air tilter Low oil level dirtyoil CORRECTION Fillfuel tank 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 refilltank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all widng See ToAdjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized s...

Page 32: ...o slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low unevan tire air pressure CORRECTION Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor refilltank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter I Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See ...

Page 33: ...trol in disen gaged position Motion drive belt worn dam aged or broken Air trapped in transmission dudng shipment or servicing Engine throttlecontrol not set at SLOW positionfor 30 sec onds before stoppingengine CORRECTION Replace sharpen blade i3ghten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower ddve belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Clea...

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Page 35: ... ON IN CYL ENGINES IGNITION SWITCH RELAY WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS HEADLIGHTS GFC PTO ISWITCH PO_MTION I CIRCUIT H B OFF C G B H ON C F B E A D 0 OA REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS 35 ...

Page 36: ...ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 21 22 26 8O 70 12 25 12 ...

Page 37: ...20 21 166184 Harness Light 22 4152J Light Bulb 24 8860R Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 166180 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 UNC 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 160784 Switch Seat 30 163968 Switch Ignition 33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 40 166166 Harness Ignition 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp 50 154963 Switch Pro 3 Pdt Red Delta 96 55 1...

Page 38: ... _ R _C t OR MODEL HUMBER 917 272040 cHASS S _ HDENcLoSURES lit1 3B ...

Page 39: ...139886 Pivot BracketAssembly LH Mower Rear 39 139887 Pivot BracketAssembly RH Mower Rear 54 161464 ScrewHexWshd 8 18x7 8 58 161236 Duct Hood 59 110436X Bushing Snap Split 60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 UNC x 3 4 64 162025 Dash Lower STY f 74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock3 8 16 UNC 140 158418 Bracket SuspensionFront 142 165867 P _te Re tnforcement STLT 143 154966 BracketSwey narChassis 144 154207 Bra...

Page 40: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 GROUND DRIVE 57 11i9 164 I 8 103 97 19 77 i 96 26 40 ...

Page 41: ...7783 Pulley Idler V Groove 157 153236 48 154407 Bellcrank ClutchGmd Drw Sit 158 165589 49 123205X Retainer Belt 159 16549__ 50 74760624 Belt 160 19292016 51 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC 161 72140406 52 73680500 Nut Crowniock 5 16 18 Unc 162 73680400 53 105710X Unk Clutch 163 74780416 55 105709X Spring Return Clutch 164 19091010 56 74760620 BoltHex 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 165 165623 57 140294 V Belt Gr...

Page 42: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 STEERING ASSEMBLY _ 1 41 U 15 47 67 13 43 42 ...

Page 43: ...x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing Steadng Column DragliokExtendedStamped Washer Lock Nut Hex Jam Toplock1 2 20 Unf Bearing Axle STLT GT Nut Lock Flange 5 8 11 UNC Shalt Assembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wshnd Torx Pittman ShaftAssembly Bracket Steering Gear Sector Screw Tnd Roll 3 8 16 x 3 4 Rod Re Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga ...

Page 44: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 13 _72 I I 29 23 I T OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT _ J Spark Arrester _ _ 3s 44 ...

Page 45: ...d LH Tube Manifold RH Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 w Sems Shield Browning MufflerGasket Order from Engine Manufacturer Nipple Pipe 3 8 NPTx4 1 2 Elbow Standard90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock ExternalTooth 3 8 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Shield Browning Debris Guard Choke Control Nut Kepa 3 8 24 UNF Kit SparkArrestor Tank Fuel Cap Asm Fuel Clamp Hose Pad Spacer Screw Thd Roll 5 16 18 x 3 4 Line Fuel Plug Oil D...

Page 46: ... Screw Thd Roll 3 8 16 x 1 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan Seat Emboss QCK Conn KnobSeat Bracket Switch Mounting KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 13 121248X Bushing Snap 14 72050412 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20x 1 1 2 15 121249X Spacer Split 16 123740X Spring 17 123976X Locknut Flange 1 4 Grade 5 18 124238 Cap Spring Seat 21 153236 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC 22 STD541431 Nut 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 x1 3 16 x12 ...

Page 47: ... 149516 163206 138311 154515 154516 167268 167269 12 DESCRIPTION Decal V BeltSchema_c Decal Replc Decal Battery Diehard Decal Hp Engine Decal BatteryDngr Psn Eng Decal Fender Side Decal LiftHandle Pad FootrestLH STLT Pad FootrestRH STLT Owner s Manual English OwneCsManual Spanish WHEELS TIRES 2 _ 5 8 7 4 10 1t KEY PART NO NO 1 59192 2 65139 3 106222X 4 59904 5 106732X427 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X42...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 LIFT ASSEMBLY 29_ 28 27 49 23 30 3 6 4 13 19 31 32 13 19 20 48 ...

Page 49: ...3 Uric 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 RetainerSpdng 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 25 164024 SpringComp Infinite 26 76020308 PinCotter 3 32 1 2 27 164543 Red AdjLiftZinc 28 73350600 Hut Hex Jam 3 8 16 uric 29 138057 KnobInfin3 8 16 unc BIkSym 30 150233 Trunnion InfinHeight 31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 36 155097 Pointe...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 MOWER DECK 46 45 i 49 49 41 _36 i _ 40 47 116 117 55 118 19 21 _ 24 25 18 103102 105 10_ 1 03 1 06 5O ...

Page 51: ...rMower 118 73930600 28 19111016 Washer 11i32xSi8x16Ga 119 19121414 29 131491 Rod Hinge 126 144948 30 157722 Screw TndRdllingWasherHead 127 146763 31 129963 Washer Spacer Mower Vented 166222 32 153531 Pulley Mandrel 33 137266 Nut FIg TopLock Cntr 9 16 34 144945 Anchor Spring Deck 46 35 17490628 Screw Thdrd13 8 16xl 3 4 Tytt 143651 36 STD551037 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga 37 131494 Pulley Idler Fla...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 319 0650 58 139 27_ 28 59 91 23 19 91 35 52 ...

Page 53: ...2971 JackshaftAssemb_y 17 142941 Guide Slot 85 150806 Jack shaft 18 150772 Shaft Motor 88 142973 Screw Cap 19 150773 Bearing Thrust 42x68x16 89 142974 Washer 7 16xl xl 2 23 142944 Block CylindefAscembly 90 142975 Sleeve Beadng 24 142945 Seal Lip 10x25x7 91 142976 Seal Wiper 25 142946 Actuator Bypass 92 142977 Spring Block 26 150774 Center SecSonAssembly Kit 93 142978 Washer BlockThrust 27 142948 S...

Page 54: ...UMBER 917 272040 BRIGGS STRATONENGINE MODEL NUMBER407777 TYPENUMBER0121 E1 _re 20_ m 8g _r REQUIRF SSPEClALTOOLS 190 TO I_STALL SEEREPAIR IHSTflUOTION MANUAL i l mo__ m m rl pmLA _L _r SMISSK N Ilm_ OWNSm S M_UAL I 54 ...

Page 55: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 BRIGGS STRATONENGINE MODEL NUMBER407777 TYPENUMBER0121 E1 55 ...

Page 56: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 BRIGGS STRATON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407777 TYPE NUMBER 0121 E1 823 56 ...

Page 57: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272040 BRIGGS STRATON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407777 TYPE NUMBER 0121 E1 783 544 801 803 _482 sss _ 334 _7 ...

Page 58: ... 1_7 111 2 m _977CARBURETOR GASKET SI_I 51A 13 O 102_ 150_ 3550 987 116_ 116A_ 633 e121 CARBURETOR KIT 51 _ _ 117_ 11 117Q 102 _ 14L_119 _ 105 0 104 I 150_r _ _ 116 _ 355_ 987 _ 116A_ 633 116B Q 176 _ lO_S 823 _ 823 918 0 358 GASKET SET 1_ 1 1 _ 1022_ 116D _ 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 7 51_ 883_ _ 1_ 8s8 _ lO23 58 ...

Page 59: ...91 PistonAssembly 030 O S 160 690996 Retainer Solermid 26 499604 Ring Set Piston Std 163 691001 0 Gasket Air Cleaner 499605 Ring Set Piston 010 O S 176 691033 Screw T 30 499606 Ring Set Piston 020 O S 187 691050 Line Fuel 499607 R_g Set Piston 030 O S Cut To Required Length 27 690975 Loc_ Pisto_ Pin 187A 691049 Lk_e Fuel 28 499 582 PtnAssembly Piston 188 691058 Screw Hex 29 499583 Rod Assembly Con...

Page 60: ... Set 918 691040 Hose Vacuum Flywheel Puller 947 499809 Solenoid Fuel Wrench Spark Plug 965 499613 Cover Oil Pump Pump Fuel 967 691016 Filter Pre Cleaner Cartridge AirCleaner 968 499788 Cover Air Cleaner Nut Air Cleaner 975 499810 Bowl Rnat Alternator 977 499812 Gasket Set Carburetor Screw Hex 987 691000 0 Seal ThmtUeShaft Drive Starter 1005 691243 Fan Flywheel Dipstick Oil 1006 691247 Retainer Fan...

Page 61: ...ERATION SIGHTING _ CUT GUIDE TH_s ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL A Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme ...

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Page 64: ...epair or replacement parts you need Call 6 am llpm CST 7 days a week PartsDirectsM 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 Hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 ...

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