Craftsman 917.272432 Owner'S Manual Download

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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 pm Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman ...

Page 2: ...egligence 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 ox...

Page 3: ...g mower safely enough to protect them selves and others from sehous injury Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debds build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and bum Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or stodng the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II SLOPE OPERATION...

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 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 a...

Page 5: ... where it cannot contact spark plug _ CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose controlof 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: ...ble 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 s man...

Page 7: ...1 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18x 1 1 4 Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Locknut 5 1g 18_ 1 Lockwasher 3 8 _ Steering _ _Steedng ShExtaeftnsiOn _ Bcot 1 Washer _17 32 x 1 3 I 6 x 12 Gauge 1 Knob For FutureUse Keys Slope Sheet 2 Keys Video Cassette 7 ...

Page 8: ...wer shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut securely to 18 22 ft Ibs torque 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position frontwheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward 4 Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft exten...

Page 9: ...o its highest position 2 Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal 3 Place gearsh ftlever in neutral N position 4 Roll tractor forward offskid 5 Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor TO DRIVE3 RAC3 OR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls AWARNING Before starting read understand and fo ow a nalructions in the Operation section of thi...

Page 10: ...e designed for discharging and bagging also Deflector Mulcher 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 should be properly...

Page 11: ... the factory Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled sida to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling 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 to ...

Page 12: ...WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER rE MP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWERLI_ _r_RN H L ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCHENGAGED 5 PARKING BRAKE IGNITION KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATrACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Autocnati Models only 12 ...

Page 13: ...to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THRO I rLE 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 Sel...

Page 14: ...position 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 ignitionswitch in any position other than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing i...

Page 15: ...und Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt 3 8 washer and 3 8 16 Iocknut and tighten seeurery 3 Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole GaugeWheel _ _ _ Mounting _ _ _ _ _ _ Bracket ___ 3 8 Washer _ _ _ _ _ Shoulder Gauge Wheel_ _ Bolt TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator t...

Page 16: ...ld 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: ...ngine 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 Fand below 7 When engine st...

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 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 t...

Page 19: ...djustments in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and pelts for wear A new spark plugand clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last onger BEFORE EACH USE 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check brake operation 3 ...

Page 20: ...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 belt lock washer and flat washer securing blade 3 Install new or reeharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown 20 IMPORTANT TOensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly 4 Reassemble hex bolt l...

Page 21: ...i viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 E Chock your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase o...

Page 22: ...ean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil NOTE If very dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 5 Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge 6 Reinstall precleaner cartridge cover and secure with knobs IMPORTANT Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean the cartridge They may cause deteriora tion of...

Page 23: ...lutch in 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 ...

Page 24: ... both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at frontthan 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 number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to...

Page 25: ...am Nut _ OperatingArm 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 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 pulley by...

Page 26: ... your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Square Key Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINEWlTH AWEAK BATTERY _ CAUTION Lead acidbatteriesgenerate explosive gases Keep sparks ltame and smoking rnatedais away from batteries Always wear eye protecBonwhen around batteries Ifyourbattery istooweak to startthe engine it shouldbe recharged See BATTERY inthe MAINTENANCE secti...

Page 27: ...ve terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely 6 Close battery box door TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1 Raise hood 2 Puff bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill 3 Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill 4 Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractorto run poorly stop run...

Page 28: ...elow before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows 1 With engine not running move choke control located on dash panel to full choke position 2 Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner 3 Choke should be closed If it is not loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable untilchoke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw securely 4 Replace air cleaner cove...

Page 29: ...ential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank duringstorage Also exporiance indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohoI or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of adds 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 fuel lin...

Page 30: ...id or starter 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 replace air filter 6 Replace 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 10 Contact a Sears or other q...

Page 31: ... 5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildupof 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 refillwith fresh gasoline 9 Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refilltank ...

Page 32: ...damaged wiring 5 Battery will not 1 charge 2 3 4 Engine backfires 1 when turning engine OFF Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Level mower dec...

Page 33: ...SCHEMATtC t RAc TOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 pROpERLY S _ C 3S ...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 ELECTRICAL 22 25 1 34 ...

Page 35: ... Bulb 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146147 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 29 121305X Switch Seat 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 40 178437 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 178861 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop NOTE All component ...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 159_ 31 Q i 39 2O8 36 ...

Page 37: ...174332X599 Lens Laser 175692X612 Fend Ftrest 139976 Bracket Fender Support 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x I 2 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser LT 174930 Air Duct P L B S _707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 UNC x 3 4 154798 Dash LOwerSTLT ST To41437 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC 158112 Keeder Belt Rear Lh Stl 17060620 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT 154966 Bracket Sw...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 GROUND DRIVE 57 o _ _ 197 212 ...

Page 39: ...53 105710X Link Clutch 197 55 105709X Spring Clutch Return 198 B5 17060616 Screw 3 8_16 x 1 0 202 57 130801 V Belt Ground Drive 59 169691 Keeper Belt 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 STD551143 Washer 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Fool Proof 134683 Guide Mower Drive Belt R H 137057 Spacer Axid 121749X Washer 25 32 x ...

Page 40: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 i _42 40 ...

Page 41: ... STD561210 Pin Cotter 32 130465 Rod Tie 36 155099 Bushing Steedng 37 152_27 Screw 38 159946X428 Insed Steering Wheel 39 19132411 WaSher 13 32 x 1 1 20 x 11 Gauge 40 STD541537 Gdpco Nut 41 159945 Adaplor Steedng Wheel 42 145054X428 Boot Steering Shaft 43 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 I 4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR LT 46 121232X Cap Spindle 47 6855M Fitting Grease 51 s r_341431 NutL...

Page 42: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 42 ...

Page 43: ...er Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 17 17490624 Screw Thdrol 5 8 16xl 1 2 Tytt 23 169_ 37 Shield Bm Dbr Guard 25 145996 Control Choke 26 73920600 Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf 29 137180 Arrestor Spark 31 109202 X Tank Fuel 32 158990 Cap FuelGuage 33 123487X Clamp Hose 37 137040 Une Fuel 38 148315 Plug Oil Drain Easy 44 17670412 Screw Hxwsh Thdrel 1 4 20 x 3 4 45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh3 8 16 x 3 4 46 19091416 Washer 9 32 ...

Page 44: ... 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 10 174894 Pan Pnt Seat bin 11 166369 Knot Seat 12 121246X Bra ket Pnt Mounting Switch KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 14 72050412 Bott Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 1 2 15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 16 121250X Swing Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 21 171852 Bolt Shoutder 3 16 18 Unc 2A 22 STD541431 Nut ...

Page 45: ... Fender STLT Opor Inst E DeCal V Belt Dr Sch Tractor Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal Battery Diehard Sears Decal Deck Sears DeCal Battery Decal Lift Handle Pad Footrest LH STLT Pad Footrest RH STLT Owner s Manual English Owner s Manual Spanish WHEELS AND TIRES 4 10 11 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Vaive 3 106222X Tire Front 4 59904 Tube Front1 re Not Provided Ser...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 LIFT ASSEMBLY ...

Page 47: ...Link Lift LH 12 139866 Link Lift R H 13 ST To240 _ Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock w V sh 1 2 13 UNC 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 3_ 7354 To00 Nut Crowntock 3 8 24 36 155097 Pointer Hght Ind 37 123935X Plug Hole BIk 38 17060516 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 40 19112410 Washer 1...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 MOWER DECK 48 ...

Page 49: ... Cap Steeve Gr 5 25 123713X Spring Torsion Deflector 131 BT T_33710 Boll Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16UNC x 1 26 110452X Nut Push 142 165890 ArmSpdngBrakeMower 27 130968 428 Shield Deflector 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idter42 28 19111016 Washer 11 32x5 8x16Ga 144 158634 KeeperBelt42 ClutchCable 29 131491 Red Hinge 145 165888 Pulley IdLerRat 30 157722 Borew ThdrolWasher Head 146 171977 Bolt Cardage Idler 31 129963 ...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE MODELNUMBER 206 545C 47 I 5O ...

Page 51: ...7 ID x 031W 71 788069 29A 780160 ThtustWasher 71B 788092 762 ID x 031W 76 780090 29B 780051 Thrust washer 762 _Ox 031W 77 788078A 29C 780199 Ant_ Retat_on Washer 632 79 792144 30 780108 DupWasher 82 778333 1 127 ID x 032W 31 780001 Flat Washer 750 ID x 056W 83 778338 Use As Needed 85 792154 31A 780195 Flat Washer 87 788069A 750 ID x 062W 150 788093A 32 788083 Oil Seal 5 8 157 78808_A 34 780194 Bus...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 272432 BRIGGS STRA I I ON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407777 TYPE NUMBER 0119 E3 ...

Page 53: ... I I ON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 407777 TYPE NUMBER 0119 E3 I 121 CARBURETOR KIT t_ 117_ 1125 13 Q 01A 276 _ 104 _ 1123 1124_ 105_ 6330 987 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 51A_ 137Q 993_ 150_ 2760 987 1123_ 1124_ 8330 552 552A 8 742_ _ 404o 552A 8 691 e 53 ...

Page 54: ...L NUMBER 917 272432 BRIGGS STRA3 1 ONENGINE MODEL NUMBER 4077 7 TYPE NUMBER 0119 E3 363i 1005 878_ 358 GASKET SET s_ 2oL_ 7_ 51_ 183_ 276 _ 9_ _ 51A_ 868_ 2_ 691 _ B2_ 1 17T_ 1081 _ 10 i s3s 573 48 802_ 31 697 _ 54 ...

Page 55: ...dard 690989 Jet Main High Altitude 121 499811 Carburetor Overhaul Kit 122 690952 Spacer Carburetor 125 499804 Carburetor 130 690993 Valve Throttle 131 499805 Throttle Shaft Kit 133 499806 Float Carburetor 135 499803 Fuel Transfer Tube 137 690994 _O Gasket Float Bowl 141 499807 Choke Shaft Kit 142 499808 _ Nozzle Carburetor 146 94388 Key Timing 150 281767 t_ Gasket Nozzle 160 690996 Retainer Soleno...

Page 56: ...r Shaft Seal 697 690372 Screw Drive Cap 703 690010 Clip 718 690959 PIn Locator 726 499612 Gear R_ng 741 690980 Gear Timing 742 690326 E Ring Retainer 750 691033 Screw Oil Pump Cover 783 693058 Gear Pinion 788 691039 Fuel Pump Bracket 789 694209 Hamess Wirin g 797 693167 Screw Brush_etainer 798 690967 Screw Rocker Arm 801 691283 Cap Drive 802 691286 Cap End 803 Housing Starter Service with 691262 S...

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Page 59: ...I HA I IUN ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL I_ erate 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 caution when changing direction on slopes ...

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