Craftsman 917.272233 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRN°[ 20 HP ELECTRIC START 48" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.272233 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • 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: 1-800-6[...]

Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................................ 12 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18 Maintenance .......[...]

IMPORTANT: This curling mach ne s capabe of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Onl_ allow responsible adults, who are [...]

IlL 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 children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and tur[...]

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. • Do not turn o[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SASOLINE 3,5 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR OILTYPE SAE 10w30 (above32=F) IAPI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 Ibelow 32_F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC SAP: .030") GROUND SPEED 1st 1.2 (MPH): 2nd 1.5 3rd 2.4 4th 3.5 5th 4.8 6th 5,3 REVERSE: 1.5 TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 [...]

Steering Wheel SteedrN Steeiing Sleeve _her 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 (1) Knob _ Gauge (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Retainer Sodnas (doubl6 Io6"p) Mower (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) - _ (1)Front Plate _ (2)Flanged --_ Pins (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) i (4) Adjusting Bar _ L _ ' _ 3/_4x) 3_she_SG a (4_ Pins O_ (4) Wheels (4) Locknut 3/8-16[...]

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS [...]

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pen. 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat end pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Sli[...]

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER 1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure toposition brackets on correct side, as shown. 2. Install hex bolts and look nuts as shown. Tighten hardware securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi- tioned in tab holes in deck brackets. Tab Hole _Nose [...]

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower brackets. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. 10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into looking bracket. _CAUTION: Belt tension rod [...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP L_HT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT _r_'l R N H L AT[ACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH L[...]

KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Position Ammeter Houn'neter Choke Control Attachment Clutch Switch Throttle Control Clutc[...]

I The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PAR[...]

The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the co[...]

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AI-FACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of yo[...]

• 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, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke [...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _, _/_/_//_'_/_ _/_e,_/ AS YOU COMPLETE _,_ _ Check erak= Oper=_on t/ t, / IBIBmm Check Tlm Pre_ure IV e I_ Check Operator Presm-,ce and T Interlock _lems I1_ R _ for _o_ F_=t_em I,,/ iV" t, / A _ Mower Blades I,_'4 T Lubri_Itlo_ Che_ li_ li_ 0 Ch*_ Bm_ kev_ I_, R aean Banew _d Te,',_= t/ V* C_ckTrar=_* Co_k[...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See &q[...]

BATrERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean, • Keep battery belts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment [...]

CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with e wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean[...]

_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. [...]

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjust- ing. Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground Mower to Ground / = A__ Suspensi°n J L _ Lift Unk _Adjustment _""--- Nut FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- side.If the following front[...]

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION 12. Install belt in both idlers. 13.Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley. 14.Carefully roll belt into upper groove of R.H. mandrel pulley. 15.Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly. 16.Reconnoct R.H. suspension arm to rear deck bracket with retainer spdng. 17. Reassemble R.H. [...]

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 left footrest. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2. Disconnect clutch wire hamass. 3. Remove clutch Iocator. 4. Remove belt from stationary i[...]

TO START ENGINEWITI'I AWEAK BA'rTERY _,CAUTION: Leed-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BA'I3"ERY" in the MAINTENANCE secti[...]

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. To replace, J < ® reverse above procedure. Hood ,) ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and sys- tems, which are being done a[...]

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning the adjusting needles In (clockwise) decreases the[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or il the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for wint[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE WIll not start 1. Out of fuel. Hard to start Enginewlll not turn over 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Di[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss_power 1. Cuffingtoo muchgras_oo Excessive _bratlon Englnecontlnues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven fast. 2. Throttle in =CHOKE" position. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faul[...]

"ROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mowerbladeawlll 1+ Obstruction in clutch 1, Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower ddve belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley• 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen I_ade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge H[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 AMMETER BATTERY FUSE IGNmON SWITCH i i i FUEL OPERATOR PRESENCE UNE A RELAY #1 , , SPARK ' PLUG I _ IGNITION GA P I_ • ....... UNIT PLUGS ON SOLENOID I "i_llN CYL ENGINES) (IF SO EQUIPPED) _ SyST_ OLrr_ w m_L_ I _O0nm _ • - I __TERNATOR : PTO SWITCH /_ HEAD-LIGHTS _ / C_'_CU R" OF[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 4O 26 34[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push NylOn Battery Front 1/4 16 153664 Switch IntedOCk Push-In 21 175449 Harness, Light 25 178909 Cable, Ba[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 42 29 2O9 36[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Draw_zr 3 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4 9 17_542X418 Da_ 10 $I_o3_710 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16xi 11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 13 179174X010 Panet, Dash, RH 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 172540X615 Hood LTX 18 1L_938X Bumper Hood 20 15[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 GROUND DRIVE 163 156 5 18 38[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ........ Transa)de (See Breakdown) 57 Peedess 206-545C 59 2 146682 Spring, Retum, Brake 61 3 123666X Pulley, Tmnsaxle 62 4 1_ Ring, Retainer _3 5 121520X Strap, TOn:lira 66 6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 66 8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender S1].T 7[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 STEERINGASSEMBLY •..222J2222 -. 4O[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175139X418 Steering Wheel 2 172393 Axle Assembly Cast Iron 3 16_840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 4 16_39 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 62661-1 Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Weshar 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 8 1200(X_9 Ring, K5p 10 175121 Draglink 11 10040600 Washer Loc[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 14 'i OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 13 ...- ,, ,, -J..." ,, ,;... -" ,I I KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175439X505 Control,Throttle 29 137180 Kit, Spark Arrestor 3 ....... Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler 31 1571 G3 Tank Fuel Model N umber CV624_5578 32 161696 [...]

LIFT ASSEMBLY 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 ,+ !i 41 : ;i 37 38 40 1 13 4 11 12 13 3 6 51 49 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 176_53 2 159476 3 178981 4 120000(_ 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 175830 11 175370 12 175371 13 493gM 15 175562 16 7335(_(_ 17 175_89 18 73800800 2O 163552 DESCRIPTION Plunger Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin, Groove E-Ring Washer 21/32[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175134 Seat 2 14_651 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 3 71110616 Bolt 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. 5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 6 $11To41437 Nu_ 7 124181X Spring, Seat 8 17000616 Serew 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. 10 174894 Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn.[...]

DECALS 7 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 12 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 177888 2 177249 3 177909 4 177910 5 156368 6 133644 7 177967 8 177916 9 177917 10 156439 11 178482 12 146046 13 177890 14 175291 15 177889 DESCRIPTION Decal, Hood Name Pie. Decal, Repl_.ernent Parts Decal, Hood, R.H. Deca_. Hood. LH. Decal. Fender STLT Opr Inst Decal, Customer Mainte[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 MOWER DECK 46 112 S 18 46[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174348 DeckWeldment Mower 48 r_ 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 3 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway BOr 56 155986X431 Bar Pnt Adj. 5 4_,,! Retainer Spdng 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet 6 130632 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway Bar) 72 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 8[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 160 13 48[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C _EY PART I_Y PART NO, NO. DESCR_ NO. NO. DESCRIPllOH 1 772147 Transaxio Cover 41A 790079 Braise Lever 2 780(_6A Nee(lid Bearing 5/6, 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 3 770128 T_leCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 Locknu[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578 I 7-- _111 | 5O[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578 HEAD/VALVE/DREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket (Includes 2-4) 2 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 3 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 3 4 25-139-60-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 4 5 M-645020 Scr[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578 IGNITIONIELECTRICA L )'allumaoe ou Electrlaue L. "--3 AIR INTAKE J I BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I l Habitationde souffleur et D_,calentl _17 52[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen (llncludes 2- 1 4,and 24 113 18-S) 2 2 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4xO.7x25 3 (4)(4 4 3 X-25-g2-s Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 5[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578 STARTING SYSTEM I Ddmarrant Svstbmel • I / 3 ENGINE CONTROLS Moteur Contr01e :)IL PAN I LUBRICATION [ :)e L'Hulle Pan Lubrlficatlon I _B q t t5 /11 4 54[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65578 STARING SYSTEM OIL pAN/LUBRICATION KEYPART KEYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange MEx1.25xE0 (2) 2 25-09B-08-S Starter, solenoid sh_ 2 assembly (Includes 4-7) 3 M-841080-S Nut hex. flange 3 4 25-435-04-S Kit. selene d 4 5 25[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578 CRANKSHAFT I Vilebrequin 2--_ --1 EXHAUST I_chaDDement FUEL SYSTEM I Fuel Svst_mel 4) , / 1 5 I o 9 t3 14 56[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272233 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65578 CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 2 52-139-09-S P_ug, cup EXHAUST KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 24-041-02-S Gasket exhaust (2) 2 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4 NOT ILLUSTRATED -- PA-65578 Replacement Engine -- 24-522-[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION O1 (D ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL I_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I i greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gredu- r ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.[...]

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