Craftsman 917272261 manual

Owner's Manual 25.0 HP ELECTRIC START 48" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.272261 • 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: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Crafts[...]

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine s capable 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 I1. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow respons[...]

III. 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 wilt 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 tu[...]

• 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 GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/OFILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0-5.5 ',MPH): REVERSE: 0-2.4 FIREPRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10PSI _HARGING[...]

Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve (1) W_ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Mower Retainer Springs ) (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2)Flanged (l)FrontPlate _" Assembly _% • (4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels i-O i ,_ _ (4)Retainer Springs L_ JI _e _ _ __(doubla loop) (4) Clevis Pins w _.1 f T// 3/8-16 • [ • J _ (4) W[...]

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. TOOL[...]

4. Push down on seat toengage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfodable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all th[...]

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER 1. Pos_ion brackets, 17132 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. 2. Install hex bolts and lock nuts as shown. Tighten hardware securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi- tioned in tab holes in deck brackets. Nose Roller Loc[...]

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinltated 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 leve[...]

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 1[" LIGHT t FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWERLI_ R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LO[...]

KNOW¥OURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseff with the locations of various controls and adiustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ammeter Hourmeter Light Switch Position Ignition Attachrr_nt Clutch Switch Switch Ddve Pedal [...]

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 I 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 g asses, 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 andtypee of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the cool[...]

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATFACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications ofthe manufacturer ofyour tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy ofa load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you tolose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE CHEC[...]

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION WARM UP Before drivinq the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as ictiows: 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 2. Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position. 3. Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. •[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FiLL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATE Check Brake Ope_tlen V O I_ CheCK Tire pressure _ V p CheCk Operator Presence and interlock Systems I/ Check Ic_ LOOSe Fasteners _ VsT ll_ Sha_0en!Replace Mower Blades I/4 Lubrleatlon Chart II/ fl_ Check Battery Level Clean Batter/and Temlleala _ Check Tmnsaxle Cooling [...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAK_ OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See "[0 ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires ([...]

BA'n'ERY 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 ts fe. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery boifs tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The odginal equi[...]

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the end of the drain valve. 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity sea "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened s[...]

MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create 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" section of[...]

_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1, Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake• 2. Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 4, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wir[...]

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adiust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure -p tires are properly inflated (See ROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or undednflated, you will not propedy adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpo[...]

5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface. 6. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spdng. 7, Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley. 8. Remove belt from electdc clutch pulley. 9, Remove belt from idler pulleys. 10.Check primar[...]

4. Road test tractor forproper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces- sary. Contact your nearest autho- rized service center/department. With Parking Brake "Engaged" AfTn Do Not t :h this nut. It further brake ad_stmen[...]

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BATTERY A, CAUTION: Lead-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 "BATIERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If [...]

Hood Headlight Wire ctor ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacementof the emission control devices and systems,which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-roed engine repair establishment or indMdual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUSTTHRO'n&ap[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if 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 t. Out of fuel. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel rifler. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10.Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. D[...]

TROUBLESHOO_NG CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM LOSS of power (continued) Excessive vlbr_Ion Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filler. 5. Low oil leveVdirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty f[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Poor grass discharge -leadllght(s) not working 'if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive 1. Engine speed too slow. 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4, Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash unde[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 IGNmON SWFrCH -;LIl ll6 - I 8AT'_FIY tl I ....... L= ,-- --O O--- B _ I L_ " SEATSW_CH P---_F_ /r_7 (NOT OCCUf_FcD) E ELECTRIC CLUTCH _._._d_o___ n _TO,C,_^GEDI _ 85 86 F_ UEL 1 Op_ERATOR PRESENCE _UE LINE RE LAY If1 sOLENOID [ (IF SO EQUIPPED) _1_o SvST_ OUTp_ n v:_% Ac • 3_,0o =R_c _ uGms [...]

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ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 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 BattePJ Front Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-in 21 175449 Harness, Ught 24 886(_ Cable, Bat[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 42[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 D_awhel 3 171_60612 Screw, 5/8-18 x 3/4 9 172542X418 Das_ 11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 13 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 Screw "i_tldro_ 5/8-19 X 1i2 17 172540X615 Hood Assembly 18 126938X Bumper Hood 20 156437 Plate Battery 2[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 GROUND DRIVE 96 241 26 26 I _32 74 30 SS 38[...]

TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ...... TranSaXle (See Breakdown) 76 12000001 E-Ring Hydro gear Model 323-0510 77 123583)( Key, Square 9 174367 Clutch Ealc 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/_ x 16 Ga. 15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr 5 89 174901X418 Console, Shin 16 73800[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 STEERING ASSEMBLY J'22_222 "-. , i , / • , I_42 z_ 17 S;' II ii 4O[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175139X418 Steedng Wheel 2 172393 Axle Axsembly 3 169840 Spinde Assembly, L H. 4 169839 Spindie Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, KIIp 10 175121 Dra_nk 11 _51137 Washer, Lock 12 73940800 [...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 102 27 26 17 ' 17 32 34 31 39 33 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 33 42[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 175437X505 Co_roI, Throtle 3 Engine, (See Breakdown) B&S Model Number 445777-0154-Et 4 149723 Muffler 5 159955 Pipe Exhaust Lh 6 16(To89 Plpa Exhaust Rh 7 138129 C%amp 8 171877 Bdt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 10 162797X431 Shield Heat 13 165391 Gasket (See En_ne Breakdown) 14 148456[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175134 Seat 14 7_T_0412 Bolt, Carhege 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 2 14_o51 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 15 12124_X Spacer, Split 3 71110616 Bolt 16 123740X Spi_j 4 19131610 Washer 13i32xlx10Gauge 17 123979X Locknot, Flange 1/4Grade5 5 145006 Clip, PusPPIn Hinge[...]

DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 1 13 18 14 16 15 18 1 10 12 9 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 177888 Decal, Hood/Seat 20 149516 Decal, Bait ei_ DngriPsn Eng 2 174969 Reflector L.H, 21 177889 Decal, Grille 3 177909 Decal, Hoed, R.H. 22 174970 Reflector RH 4 177910 Decal, Hood, LH. 23 177955 Decal, Fender Oper[...]

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 LIFT ASSEMBLY 37 38 40 36 46[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 176263 Plunger Assembly 2 159476 Shaft Assembly, UIt 3 178981 Pin, Groove 4 12(X](]0(_ E-Flng 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Gauge 6 120183X Bearing, N/ton 7 175830 Grip, Handle, RLIted 11 175370 Link, Lift, L.H. 12 175371 Link, Lift, R.H. 13 49,3gM Retainer Spdng 15 17[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 MOWER DECK 112 21 47 $ 48[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174348 DeckWeldrnent Mower 48 55 72140608 Bdt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1 3 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 56 155986 Bar Prd A_. 5 493_M Retainer Spdng 57 156941 Pin Head Rivet 6 130532 Arnk Suspension, Rear (Sway Baz) 72 19131312 Waaher 13/32 x 13/16[...]

Aj129 128 88 x(_ , :0 _0 mmO Zr- m=_ :o_O cam _a-n h) I0[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170_51 Main Housing, Assembly 67 170413 2 170_52 Side Housing, Assembly 68 178782 3 170353 Cent er Section, Assembly 69 170415 4 170354 Swashplate, Trunlon Machlned 70 170416 5 169898 Block - Assembly 71 1704[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 52[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS & STRA'I'I"ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 _., 808_1:0_T7 I 3., li_l." I 36. P_'_IIJ 1029 1022 _ _ 7 i 211_ 914,, =,0_ _63s_' s - ,14 "_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL Ki'l _,w 51_ 117" 6i6U " 1123_ 276_ 104 _ 552A8 / _.. 37 11249_ 105_ 633#[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS & STRA'I"FON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 445777TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 74V 100 332_ _877 573 __1, 363_ u 1095 VALVE GASKET SET / 3_8 E._,.E aASKET SET 30 20_ m_ 2760 691 O 22_ 1 943_ 842_ 10 524 O 3o91 8o_ _;_ 317197_L 579 803/'_ _, _"801 .,/ 6g_ 54[...]

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS & STRA'I'I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 694001 CyJinder Assembly 130 690993 Valve-Throttle 2 499585 Bushing/Seal Kit 131 499805 WjtoThrettle Shaft 3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 133 499806 Float-Carbureto[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272261 BRIGGS & STRAI"I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 467 691008 Knot>Air Cleaner 668 690968 *÷ Seal-Valve 474 691064 Alternator 877 399916 Wire/Connector-AIternntor 501 691185 Regulator 883 690970 o+ Gasket-Exhaust 505 691029[...]

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

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