Craftsman 917-272220 Owner'S Manual Download

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Page 1: ...rates differently from previously built engines Before you start the engine read and understand this 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 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pro Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www s...

Page 2: ...nkshaft or over speeding the engine Repairs necessary because of 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 sy...

Page 3: ...ld evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious in jury 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 If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO Mow up and down slopes not across ...

Page 4: ... are subjec to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or a low objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves anc use extra caution when serviaing therr Check brake operation frequently Ad just and ser_iIce as required Be sure the area is clea...

Page 5: ... 2 4 TIRE PRESSURE FRONT 14 PSI REAR 10PSI CHARGING SYSTEM 15 AMPS 3600 RPM BATIERY AMP HR 30 MIN CCA 240 CASE SIZE U1 R BLADE BOLT 27 35 FT LBS TORQUE CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor It has been de signed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible deper_dabitity and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your an...

Page 6: ...l 1 HexBolt 5 16 18x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 _ _ 1 Lockwasher 3 8 v J Steering Steering Wheel _ J S teenng Boot ShaftExtension _ Adapter _ Seat J 1 Washer 1 Should_ 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5 16 _ 1 Knob Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette 6 ...

Page 7: ...CTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL Remove lecknut 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 steering shaft Align tabs and press steering sleeve extension into bottom of steering wheel Position staedng wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to dght and slide onto adapter Secure steedng w...

Page 8: ...ake pedal Place freewheel control in freewheel ing position to disengage transmission See TO TRANSPORT in the Opera tion section of this manual Roll tractor forward off skid Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls _ WARNING Before starting read un derstand and follow all instructions in the Oper...

Page 9: ...r discharging and bagging also Deflector Shield Mulcher Plate CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Cor rect tire pressure is important for best cut ting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower should be properly leveled See TO L...

Page 10: ... mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pul leys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure free wheel control is in drive position WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS 1 Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled...

Page 11: ...ING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF O_L PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT _r_ R N H L _1 ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 11 ...

Page 12: ...ff THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for setting and controlling engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for deelutching 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 LEVER Selects the speed and direction of the tractor ATTACH...

Page 13: ...eutral N position when the clutch brake pedal is de pressed ENGINE Move throttle control to slow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control 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 t...

Page 14: ...R Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the en gine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine Select desired height of cut Lower mower with attachment lift con trol Start mower blades by engaging at tachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disen gage attachment clutch control _CAUTION Do not...

Page 15: ...E 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 depos its and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quanti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness IMPORTANT When operating in tem peratures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help in s...

Page 16: ...t 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 PURGE TRANSMISSION ACAUTION Never engage or disen gage freewheel lever while the engine is running To ensure proper operation and perfor mance it is recommended that the trans mission be purged before ope...

Page 17: ...y se lecting a low enough gear to give the mower the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used f MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use The special mulching blad...

Page 18: ... _andy sod 3o r_t ovc rt ghten GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence Toreceive 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 Adjust ments sectio...

Page 19: ...nd fiat 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 h treated TrailingEdge Up _ _ Man Fiat Washer _2 ...

Page 20: ...e transaxle ever leak or require servicing contact your nearest authorized service centeddepar_ment ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SG or SH Setect the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature Change the oil after every 50 hours of eration or at least once a year if the tra for is not used for 50 hour...

Page 21: ...e cleaner cleaned and oiled over the paper cartridge Reassemble air cleaner wing nut cover and tighten knob securely 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 Drain oil from engine crankcase See TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL in this sec tion of this manual through step re move drain plug Remove oil filter an...

Page 22: ... in contact with plug TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor Place attachment clutch switch in DIS ENGAGED position Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position Roll belt off electric clutch pulley Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by...

Page 23: ...oximately 10 3 8 If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link To Lower front of mower loosen nut E on both front links an equal number of 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 both front links an equal nu...

Page 24: ...distance becomes1 9 16 Retightenjam nut againstnut A Road testtractorfor properstopping distanceas statedabove Readjustif necessary If stoppingdistanceis still greaterthan six 6 feet inhighestgear further maintenance is necessary Con tactyour nearest authorizedservice center department 24 With Parking Brake Engaged Jam Nut Arm Do Not touchthisnut Iffurther brake adjus ment is necessarycon_ act you...

Page 25: ...rs are not hori zontal left to right when wheels are posi tioned straight forward remove steedng wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact your nearest autho rized service center TO REMOVE WHEEL F...

Page 26: ...le first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries Positive Negative REPLACING BATTERY CAUTION DOnotshortbatteryterm nals by allowinga wrenchor any other objectto contactbothterminalsat the same time Beforeconnectingbattery re move metal bracelets wristwatch bands dngs etc Positiveterminalmustbe connectedfirst to preventsparkingfrom accidental groundin...

Page 27: ...se may be performed by any non road engine repairestablishmentor individual Warranty repairsmust be performed by an authorized engine manufacturers service outlet TO ADJUST THRO I rLE CONTROL cABLE The throttlecontrolhas been preset at the factory and adjustmentshould not be neces sary Chock adjustment as described below before looseningcable ff adjustmentis nec essary proceed asfollows W_thengine...

Page 28: ...ion control lever in neu tral N position Idle seeed settina With throttle control le ver in slow position engine should idle at 1750 RPM If engine idles too slow or fast turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained Idle fuel needle setting With throttle con trol lever in slew position turn idle fuel ad justment needle in clockwise until en gine begins to die and then tu...

Page 29: ... 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 damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines...

Page 30: ... filter Low oil level dirty oil Fill fuel 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 refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center dep...

Page 31: ... speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure 31 Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See ...

Page 32: ...n drive belt worn damaged or broken Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Turn switch ON Replace bulb s I Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Repl...

Page 33: ...PTIONAL m LINE m _ e_AGK PLUGS GAP A L_ i _ __ FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID CHARGmN_ SYSTm OUTPUT eVOLTSAC i _00 tM _5 _rJP Dei 3600 _eM nEOUL _TOA OIS O_N_C_ R_O REGULATOR___ 2_L _4_OWN WIRING INSULATED CUPS _F _ T J NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY HEADLIGHTS SHOULD BE REPLACED TO _ _ _ PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING G F C IGNITION SWITCH PTO SWITCH POSII _ON CIRCUIT...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 ELECTRICAL i i i 8O i b 4O 26 i i I 34 ...

Page 35: ...ness 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 26 145491 Cable Ground 29 160784 Switch Seat 30 163968 Switch Ignition 33 140463 Key Molded Craftsman 40 170233 Harness Ignition 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp 50 169416 Switch Pro 3 Pdt Red Delta 55 17490508 Screw Thdro...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 209 _7155 11 2O9 I _ 166 2_ 13 36 ...

Page 37: ...cket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 58 161236 DuctHood 59 110436X Bushing Snap Split 60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 UNC x 3 4 64 162025 Dash Lower STYT 74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock3 8 16 UNC 142 165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 154207 Bracket Footrest STLT 145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis Hood 154 161897 Brackel Dash Rh 155 161900 Brack...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 GROUND DRIVE 52 32 16 23 38 ...

Page 39: ...ake 96 4497H Retainer Spring 1 Zinc Cad 30 169592 Bracket Transaxle 144 19111016 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5 16 18Uncx3 4 150 165850 BushingBellcrankGrdDdve 33 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 151 19133210 Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10 Ga 5 16 18 Unc x 3 4 156 166002 Washer Srded 5 161D x 1 125 34 155071 Shaft Foot Pedal 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount 35 120163X Bearing Nylon 159 165494 Hub ...

Page 40: ...I H _ UH MUUI L NUMBER 917 272220 STEERING ASSEMBLY 62 41 _42 i lo 40 ...

Page 41: ...eering 27 136874 Gear Sector 29 17960612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 32 171888 Rod Tie 33 19111216 Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 34 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Spr 5 16 35 73810500 Locknut 5 16 24 Unf 36 155105 Bushing Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 159946X614 Insert Steering Wheel 40 STD541537 Gripco Nut 41 159945 Adaptor Steering Wheel 42 163888X614 Boot Steering Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge ...

Page 42: ...t Kohler 45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 13280323 Nipple Pipe 5 8 NPT x 3 1 2 3 8 16 x 3 4 13200300 ElbOw Standard 90 3 8 18 77 19101216 Washer 5 16 x 5 4 x 16 Ga NPT 80 74760508 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 Uric x 1 2 1Dr _1237 Washer 81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20Unc 169837 Shield Brn Dbr Guard 101 M_ Nut Flan ge M6 1 25 Non Lk 137180 Arrestor Spark Zinc 15710_ Tank Fuel 102 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi Lo t 3 1...

Page 43: ...ut Flange 114 Grade 5 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 18 124238X Cap Spring Seat 6 STD541437 Nut 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC 7 124181X Spdng Seat 22 STD541431 Nut 8 17000616 Screw 3 6 16 x 1o1 2 24 19171912 Washer 17132 x 1 3 16 x 12 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Gauge 10 155925 Pan Seat Emboss QCK Corm 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 11 166369 KnOb Seat 12 121246X Bracket Swit...

Page 44: ...uty 138311 Decal Lift Handle Decal Fender Craftsman 165800 614 Pad Footrest LH STLT DecaI FenderDanger 165799X614 PadFootrestRHSTLT Decal Grille 169210 Decal By Pass Lt Hydro Decal V Belt Drive Schematic 174747 Owner s Manual English Decal Strg Wheel 174748 Owner s Manua Spanish Decal V Belt Schematic KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 170455 Tire Front 4 59904 ...

Page 45: ...7 Knob Infin 3 8 16 unc BIk Sym 125631X Grip_ Handle Fluted 30 15 _33 Tr Jnnion Infin Height 122365X Button plunger Red 31 169665 Bearing Pvt leift 139e65 Link Lift LH 3_ 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 139866 Link Utt R H 36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator 4939M Retainer Spring 37 123935X Rug Hole 173288 Link Front 38 1706o0516 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 UNC 40 19112410 Washer 11...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 MOWER DECK _144 143 34 46 ...

Page 47: ...l Vented 115 72110504 Bolt Cardage 5 16 UNC x 1 2 Beadng Bafl Mandrel 116 _ Bolt Shoulder Stflpper Vented Mower Deck 117 165746 Wheel Gauge Bolt Carduge 5 16 18 x 5 8 118 73930600 Nut Centedcok 3 8 16 Bolt Shoulder t 19 _1037 Washer 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Gauge Baffle Vodex 121 173986 Bracket NutCmwnlocksi16 18UNC 125 76020816 Pin Cotter 1 4 x 1 Plated Stiffener Bracket 128 153390 Washer Felt Bracket Defl...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 314 0510 48 122 119 120 13_ 10 56 107 88 123 9C _ 48 ...

Page 49: ... Bull Gear 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 170371 Slaeve Beadug 3i16 24Unjf Nylon Insert _ 75 X 1 575 X 625 61 170423 Wedge Fdction Pack 170389 SleeveBearing Outpoard 83 170424 Clip Washar 316x1 50x 1046 75xl 750x 625 Plated 142991 Washer 83 161183 Pin Standard Headless 3 4 Id X 1 1 20d X 13 Thk 84 170425 Fitting 5 16 Sae 5 32 Tube 170390 Lip Seal Axle Sea_ 85 170426 Hose Expansion Tank 170391 Shaft Axle 7...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV491 TYPE NUMBER 27501 CYLINDER HEAD VALVE AND BREATHER I 10 1 2 50 ...

Page 51: ...ray bring valve 2 12 422 13 S Shim camshaft A R black 12 422 07 S Shim camshaft A R white 13 12 173 01 S Cap valve spring 2 14 12 755 03 S Kit retainer 2 9 12 144 28 S Shaft balance 15 12 468 O5 S Washer plain 13 32 10 12 874 07 S piston w Ring Set Std 16 12 112 13_S Spacer head bolt exhaust Includes 11 12 port 12 874 11 S Piston w Ring Set 08 ram 17 f2 086 15 S Screw hex flange 12 874 08 S piston...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR oMODEL NUMB ER 917 272220 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV491 TYPE NUMBER 27501 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL I 8 13 14 1 _ 6 e 15 19 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESJ AIR INTAKE 8 52 ...

Page 53: ...Screw hex flange 3 12 096 24 S M5x0 Sxl0 2 4 12 083 12 S 20 12 5_4 04 S MOdule ignition 5 12 100 08 S NOT ILLUSTRATED 6 12 083 10 S 12 176 45 S Harness wiring 12 176 44 S Harness widng 7 12 743 12 S 24 515 12 S Lead black 6 2 geuge insulated grip barrel eyelet 5 12 032 11 S terminals g 12 094 07 S 12 518 35 S Lead white 36 18 gauge fully insulated push on and 10 12 072 04 S uninsulated socket term...

Page 54: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV491 TYPE NUMBER 27501 STARTING SYSTEM I 1 I 3 ENGINE CONTROLS I I 2 4 31L PAN I LUBRICATION I C _4 2 I 6_ 1o __12 11 54 ...

Page 55: ...sq hd solid 3 8 Pump oit O Ring oil pump cover Cover oi pump Screw hex flange M5xO 8x16 3 Seal oil P T O end Screw hex flange MSxl 25x45 11 Screw hex flange M8x1 25x45 Assembly oil pan Incl 1t 14 17 2 25 755 13 S 3 12 153 03 S 4 12 153 02 S 5 12 123 04 S 6 M 645025 S 7 12 153 01 S 8 25 162 07 S 9 12 096 03 S 10 M 545016 S 11 25 462 09 S 12 52 050 02 S 13 X 75 10 S 14 12 393 01 S 15 12 153 06 S 16 ...

Page 56: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272220 KOHLER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER CV491 TYPE NUMBER 27501 2 56 ...

Page 57: ...02 S Connector 90 degree hose 17 25 326 03 S Connector straight hose 15 12 353 01 S Line fuel 1 25 19 12 123 19 S Une fuel 20 M 545010 S Screw hex flange M5x0 Sxl0 21 12 154 01 S Clip 22 47 154 01 S Clip cable NOT ILLUSTRATED 41 353 18 S Une fnel 2 7 M 561010 S Scl ew thread forming M5XO 8XI0 Kit float Kit carburetor repair Gasket carburetor Gasket air cleaner Gasket bowl Gasket bowl screw Seal so...

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Page 59: ...TION I SIGHTING _ GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL O 1 _D _ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not I I greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gredu J ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme ...

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