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Page 1: ...12 Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts 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 5am 5 pro Mort Sat Sears Roebuck and C o Hoffman Estates IL 60179 ...

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

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 not try to 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 ...

Page 4: ... and turn machine off if children enter the area o Before and when backing look behind and down for small children _Look for this symbol to poin_ out impor tant safety precautions it means CAU TIONIII BECOME AWARE _ YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED _CAUTION In order to prevent acciden tal starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs always discon nect spark plug wire and place wire wh...

Page 5: ...able you to assemble 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 o Read and observe the safety rules_ Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing c_iring for and using your tractor o Follow the instructions under Mainte nance ...

Page 6: ...er 1 Hex Bolt 8 16 x 1 1 Lockwasher 318 1 Hex Bolt 5 16_18x I 1 4 1 Locknut 5 _6 t8 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 I Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Knob 2 Hex Bolts I 4 20 x 3 4 2 Hex Nuts 1 4 20 Ft _ _k 2 Washers 2 Lock Washers 1 4 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge 6 ...

Page 7: ...hers 3 16 x 3 4 x I6 Gauge Parrs packet separately in carton Seat Steering Wheel Video Cassette Mulcher Plate__ Manual Steering Boot Parts Bag 1 Parts Bag contents not shown full size 2 Latch Hook Assemblies Steering Wheel Adapter Slope Sheet Steering Wheel Insert 2 Keys Steering Extension Shaft 7 ...

Page 8: ... onto lower steer ing shaft Align mounting holes in exten sion and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut secure ly to 18 22 ft Ibs torque Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide steering wheel adapter...

Page 9: ...attery Box Door Positive Red Cable Discard Terminal Proctective Caps Lock Washer Rat Washer Hex Bolt Negative Black INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Tighten shoulder bolt securely Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Lower seat into operating position and sit ...

Page 10: ...ual Verify that the belts are rout ed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac tor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and cha...

Page 11: ... FUEL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED IGNITION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT REVERSE NEUTRAL PARKING BRAKE LOCKED HIGH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED OVER TEMP LIGHT UNLOCKED L LOW MOWER LIFT PARKING BRAKE KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPEHAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Modeis only 11 ...

Page 12: ...des or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for dectutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position National Standards Institute GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tract...

Page 13: ...ctor is standing idle with the engine run ning hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas ACAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle o Operating engine at less than ...

Page 14: ...r be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor_ Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etco BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait ...

Page 15: ...d NOTE if at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual NOTE At a high altitude above 3000 feet or In cold temper_ tures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See 0...

Page 16: ... interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this t_Jme the grass has dried and the _newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun o For best results adjust the mower cut ting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades For extremely heavy mulching reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly Certain t...

Page 17: ...ments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season o Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear_A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oi level Check brake operation Check t...

Page 18: ...e but if you do be sure the blade is balanced Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while it is on the mower o To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone batancer When using a c...

Page 19: ...el surface o Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable cqntainer o Remove oil fill capid pstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plugo o After oil has drained completely replace oil drain phJg and tighten securely_ Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip stick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PROD UC...

Page 20: ... as it could cre ate a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 5 of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter shoutd be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow t...

Page 21: ...onnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under trac tor IMPORTANT If an attachment other than the m...

Page 22: ...ractor Measure distance F directly in front of 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 If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link o To lower front of mower housing loosen nut G on both front links an equal number of turns When distance F is 1 8 to 1 2 ...

Page 23: ...x 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is_inecessary Contact your nearest a uthorizedser vice center With Parking Brake Engaged Nut A TO REPLA E MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there Esa belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER In this section of this manua Remove upper belt keeper R...

Page 24: ...and corrosion Washers IMPORTANT Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES o Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each bat ten taking care not to shor_ against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to t...

Page 25: ...t Wire Connector ENGINE Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customers expense may be performed by any non road engine repair establishement or indi vidual Warranty repairs must be per formed by an authorized engine manufac turer s service outlet TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory...

Page 26: ... adjusted properly see above FINAL SETTING Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine nJnning and shift motion control lever in neutral N position o Move throttle control lever to slow posi tion With finger rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM_ While still holding throttle lever against idle speed s...

Page 27: ...ch 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 fuet system of an engine while in storage o Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines and carbureto...

Page 28: ...ing to start Replace spark plug o Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel fil ter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized ser vice center Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refil...

Page 29: ...Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley o Frozen blade mandrel CORRECTION Set in Higher Cut posi tion reduce speed Adjust throttle control o Clean underside of mower housing o Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil o Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carb...

Page 30: ...r cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator o Engine throttle control not set at SLOW osJtlon for 30 seconds efore stopping engine CORRECTION Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowJngo Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt o Clean underside o mower housing o Replac...

Page 31: ... 0000 RPf I WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE tS NON REMOVABLE SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST 20 VOLT5 AC Mill I 3_0o P PM _CHARGING S fSI_M DI_CONNECTe_ _ FUEL SHUToOFF SOL_ NOJD J _ I J _ _ _ _ __ _ 1 UG_ n_ iSYSl_OUT_Lrr _mr_ _ALTERNATOR I YOUR TRACTOR tS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM L _RCW _ THE LIGHTSARENOT _T J T_ CONNECTED TO THE _ I BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR L...

Page 32: ...ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270612 24 41 19 32 t t t 32 ...

Page 33: ...16 Ga Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 4 Nut Fin Hex 114 20Uric Case Battery Switch Interlock Push in Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Jam Hex 1 4 20 Unc Harness Asm Ltght WI4152J Bulb Light 1156 Cable Battery6 Ga 1I red Cable Batten 6 Ga w 16 wire red Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green Cable Ground 6 Ga I2 black SwitchPlunger Nc Gray Swftch Ign 4 Pos Nut Ignition Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT Key lgn Molded Craftsman Harness I...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270612 CHA_ SIS AND ENCLOSURES 29 26 28 54 55 S7 33 10 3 14 34 ...

Page 35: ... 18 126938X Bumper Hood 24 STD523710 Bolt 25 19131312 Washer t3 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge 26 STD541437 Nut 28 145198 558 Grtf ew ClipsMS 558 29 155217 Lens Grille 30 157584X558 Fender 31 136619 Bracket Fender SUpport 33 145244X558 Footrest LH 34 145243X558 Footrest R H 35 STD533707 Bolt 37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 TYT 38 139886 Pivot Bracket Assembly LH 39 139887 Pivot Bracket A_sembly R H 5...

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Page 37: ...xle 78 Keeper Belt LH LT 14 Ga 112 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18unc x 3 4 116 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot Beadng Nylon Blk 629 Id t46 WashBr 21 32 x 1x 16 GB 149 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 15 0 Pulley idlerRat 151 Bolt FinHe 3 8 16unc x 2 3 4 NOTE Spacer Split 395 x 59 Bzp Keeper Beft Idler DESCRIPTION 1913t312 127783 1544O7 123205X STD523715 STD54 437 STD541431 105710X 105709X STD523712 160855 127274X 140312 17490612 6683...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270612 STEERING ASSEMBLY C _ _ 6 3 _ t 62 Io 38 ...

Page 39: ...er 27 32 x 1 114x 16 Garage Ring Kilo Beating SteeringColumn Link Drag Washer Lock Spacer Beadng Front Axle Nut Lock Flange 5 8 1I UNC Shaft AssEmbly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8x 062 Screw Hex Socket1 4 20 x 5 8 Plttrnan Shaft Assembly Bracket Steedng Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge E crew Thd_ Roll _8_t6 x 3 4 Pln Rod He B...

Page 40: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270612 J 3 72 38 78 33 13 4 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 4O ...

Page 41: ...74 EI Mulfler Exhaust B S Lt Gasket 1 313 tdTin Plated Nlppte Pipe 3 8 Npt X3 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt Washer Lock ExtToOth 3 8 Shield Brown_ngtDebds Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel t 25 Fr Cap Asrn Fuel Sears Vented Clamp Hose Btk Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 Tyt Une Fuel 20 Plug OII Drain Order From Engfne Manutacturer Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fue Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20x3 4 Washer 9 32 X...

Page 42: ...Ins 3 8 16 Uno 17 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk 23 21 Screw Thdrol 3 8q6 X 1 Ty4t 22 Washer 13232X 1 X 14 Ga 24 Pan PntSeat blk 25 Knob Seat i 2 13 Unc Blk 12t246X 121248X 72050412 13430O 121250X 123976X 153236 STD541431 19171912 127018X Bracket PntMounting Switch BushingSnap Blk Ny150 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20xI4 2 Spacer Split 26 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn t 27 Blk Pnt Nut Lock I4 Lge Rg Gr 5 71nc Bo...

Page 43: ...ch brake Eng Decal V bet Dr Sch T_actor Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal Oper Sdl P LGear Dr Decal Mower EZ3 Mulching Sears Decal Lift Handle Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Gen 97 Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s Spanish WHEELS TIRES KEY PART NO NO 1 59192 2 65139 3 106222X 4 599O4 5 106732 427 6 278H 7 9040H 1_ 8 106108X427 9 I06268X 10 7152J 11 104757X 1443 34 NOTE DESCRIPTION Cap Value Tire Stem Val...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270612 LIFT ASSEMBLY 1 13 4 6 12 I3 2 20 3 6 15 20 20 44 ...

Page 45: ...7 125631X Gdp Handle Fl_Jled 8 122365X But ton Plunger Read 11 139865 Unk Asm Ltft LH_ 12 139866 Unk Aem Lift RH 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15 t27218 Link Front 16 73350600 Nut Jam Hex t12 13 Unc 17 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc 18 73800800 Nut Lock WfWsh 1 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspenston Mower 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 140302 Beadng P _ Uft Spher_cat 32 73540600 Nut Crowniock3 8 24 NOTE AIIcomp...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270612 MOWER DECK 76 73 45 68 i 45 43 17 i 34 33 32 31 w 21 27 _ 46 ...

Page 47: ...84 Spring Torsion Deflector 95 72140620 Nut Push 92 STD541437 Shfeld Deflect or Washer 11 32x 5 8 x 16 Ca 101 136420 Rod Hinge 102 71161010 Screw Thdrol Rolling Wsh Hd Washer Spacer 103 19061216 Pulley Mandrel 104 10071000 Nut Toptock Flanged 105 160793 Bolt t06 2029J Fastner Christmas Tree 128 153390 Putley Idler Flat 132 19132203 Washer t3 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ca 41 6266H Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC _ 1...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270612 DANA TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 4360 128 20 21 52 36 53 24 31 8 25 1 I t 47 59 49 62 61 67 7O 48 ...

Page 49: ...6 161864 Pinion Bevel 12T 031 17 105909X Ring Retaining 54 160946 Axle LH 18 105910X Chain 24 Pitches 55 160947 Gear Miter 121 Spltned 19 160942 Cover Detent 56 158948 Ring Retalnlng 20 160943 Gear_Spur 123 57 110071X Gear Spur 327 21 148267 Collar_Clutch 68 120962X Shaft Cross 22 138236 Assy YJt Clutch Keys 59 160949 Gear Miter 127 Idler 23 73810500 Nut_Lock 5 16 24 60 160950 Axle RH 24 142676 Sh...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 917 270612 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 718 635 337 230 _614 23O fr REQUIRES SPECtALTOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 7 50 ...

Page 51: ...IGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 01271381 _98795117 _ _ _A _ _ _ _ 51 142 137 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 27C _ 52 i23 REQUIRES PECLALTOOLS TO NS TA_ SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL g87 111_ _3_ 95 634_ 137_ 51 ...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 917 270612 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 523 423 _524 3 20 634A 842 524 868 868A 358 GASKET SET 467 171 _ 535 445 304 3o5 4G8 1006 224 334 52 ...

Page 53: ...MODEL NUMBER 1917 917 270612 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 28U707 TYPE NUMBER 1174 E1 __ _ __222 216 232 _r_ __ _ _ _ooo _ _ _L_ _ _ 657 _ I036 LABEL KIT EMmsSXONSI 728 783 615 201 482 801 803 601 802 53 ...

Page 54: ...arburelor Oversize 146 94196 Key Timing Gear 495979 P stonAssembty 030 164 214047 Elbow Carburetor Oversize 166 94555 Stud RockerArm 26 495854 Ring Set Piston Standard Size 171 281051 Nut Air Cleaner Mounting 495852 Ring Set Piston _010 Oversize 186 493496 Connector Hose 495851 Ring Set Piston 020 Overslze 187 298099 Line Fue Cut to Suit 495855 Ring Set Piston o030 Oversize 188 94627 Screw Sems 27...

Page 55: ...93621 Screw Sems 1005 281400 Fen Flywheel 503 806000 Strap Starter 1006 224413 Retainer Fan 510 497606 Drive Starter 1019 496758 Label Kit 523 495230 Cap and Dipstick Oil Filler 1022 272475 Gasket Cover 524 281370 Seal IF llerTube 1023 224552 Cover RockerArm 525 496113 Tube Oil Filler 1026 494432 Rod Push Intake 535 272403 Efement Rlter 495138 Rod Push Exhaust 537 281106 O Rfng A rCleaner 1029 224...

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Page 60: ...4 Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 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 pro Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 When requesting service or ordering parts always provide the following inf...

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