Craftsman CRAFTSMAN 917.2738 manual

Owner's Manual J CRIIFTSMIIN° J LAWN TRACTOR 16.0 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.273800 I [_]]] This product has a low emission engine which operates I differently from previously built engines. Before you start the I engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all S[...]

Warranty ................................................ 2 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 18 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ..................... 23 Product Specifications ........................... 6 Storage ................................................ 29 Assembly/P re-Operati[...]

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire[...]

DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's reco[...]

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or i[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 3.5 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 10W-30 (Above 32°F) (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (Below 32 F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter 1.11 Quarts W/O Filter .95 Quarts Spark Plug: NGK BPRhES GAP: .030") Ground Speed Forward: 5.5 (MPH): Reverse: 2.4 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging 15 Amp[...]

O Steering Wheel Premium Steering Adapter Steering Sleeve Steering Extension Shaft Steering @ Wheel Insert (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer ® (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Seat (1) Washer @ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Video Cassette Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet 7[...]

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. TO[...]

INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are position[...]

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. Deflector Shield Mulcher Plate Latch Hooks AI[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD LIGHT [...]

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR 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. Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Light Switch Position Ammeter -~-. Lift Lever Plunge[...]

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the I 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectac es. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR T[...]

• The average lawn should be cut to ap- proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut rela- tively high; the second to desi[...]

Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged 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 ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply[...]

WARMWEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) 8. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine 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[...]

MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of[...]

FiLL,. O ATES AS YOU COMPLETE /__A_O_ _._ _ _._ _ _ _O" REGULARSE RVICE ___i_ SER VICE DATES Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems I_' R Check for Loose Fasteners _ 11##5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades i3 T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts _# Check Engine O[...]

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

BATTERY 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 bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment [...]

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain v[...]

MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) 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" sect[...]

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all mo[...]

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

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. BELT IN[...]

5. Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Carefully work new belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley. 2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationary idl[...]

Washers Retaining Axle Cover Square Key (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TE RY _WARNING: 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 "B[...]

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY 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. When replacing hood, be sure to re- connect the headlight wire connector. Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission contr[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. • ILWARNING: 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[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. . 5. 6. 7. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE&quo[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Loss of power (continued) CAUSE 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. CORRECTION Excessive vibration Engine contin[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. not rotate (con't) drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service cen[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 SCHEMATIC IGNITION SWITCH BATTERY SOLENOID SOLENOID CHAF{G_F_G SYSTEM OUTPUT 15 AMP PC 4# 3600 R_'M R£0 A POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE'* OFF _+G+A1 NONE 3N + LIGNq'S B+A1 L+A2 ON B + A1 NONE START 3 + S + A1 NONE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF U[...]

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144927 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 Helddown Battery Front Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 176138 Switch Interlock 21 183759 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J) 22 4152J[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 259 260 258 28 261 58 166 _159 207 2O9 208 219 64 2O 23 6O 2 74 14 38 208 chassis-Laser -it.stir 22 36[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 185682X613 Hood Assembly 18 184291 Bumper Extrus[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 GROUND DRIVE 26 22 84 2 55 drive-hydro.stlt 29 38[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 Transmission (See Breakdown) 66 154778 Hydro Gear Model 314-0510 70 134683 8 165866 Rod, Shift 71 169183 10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 73 169182 14 STD551125 Washer Lock 1/4 74 137057 15 74490544 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 75 121749X 16 73800500 Nu[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 STEERING ASSEMBLY I __39 T---_42 i j 88 I 29 13 65 67 67 steering__pLIt 47 3 29 10 32 43 40[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 184704X428 Steering Wheel 2 184706 Front Axle Assembly 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 10 175121 Link, Drag 11 STD551137 Washer, Lo[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 14 38 3 _26 i 32 31 34 © 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 33 i engine-Honda 2cyL14 42[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170546X505 Control, Throttle 2 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 3 Engine, (See Breakdown) Honda Model No. GXV 530-EXA2 4 149723 Muffler 5 175484 Tube Exhaust LH 6 175485 Tube Exhaust RH 8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 uric x 3/4 10 146629 Shield Heat Muffler 13 Gas[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 SEAT ASSEMBLY :/ I ill ¢'/'/ 2% I I I I I I I i I I I 11 17 12 seat It,knob 9 iI 21 44[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 180597 2 180166 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 180186 11 166369 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 STD541431 24 19171912 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 W[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 DECALS KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156439 2 186283 3 186280 4 186281 5 189491 6 133644 7 186452 8 179128 9 186282 10 184842 11 156811 12 184843 13 146046 16 9 14 6 2 3 10 22 DESCRIPTION Decal Fender Danger Sears Decal Hood Side Decal Hood Rh Decal Hood Lh Decal Engine H/P Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom Decal Replacement S[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 5 13 3 2 6 5 19 13 32 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12O00O02 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 122365X 11 139865 12 139866 13 31 _ 19 32 / 20 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 13 STD624008 Shaft Asm. Lift 15 173288 Pin Groove 16 73350800 E Ring 17 175689 Washe[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 MOWER DECK z ! 142 !147 106_, 102 103 105 1°4/_/FF // / loz_ _ 21 23 " / 119 118 __ 16 28 _" 29 5 6 19J_ 21 119 _ 42 D=man*t*pa h stlt=3 .112 .117 _116 24 25 27 48[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Housing 56 165723 2 STD533107 Bolt 59 141043 3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 67 184939 Front 68 144959 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 92 STD541437 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 101 136420 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 102 71081[...]

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake 2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck 3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142881 Puck Plate 4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 62 14288[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530,TYPE NUMBER EXA2 CONTROL I CAMSHAFT [ CARBURETOR i FAN COVER] 16_ 16 FLYWHEEL f I¢ 52[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530,TYPE NUMBER EXA2 CONTROL KEY NO. PARTNO 1 6605034 2 6605042 4 6605067 5 6605125 6 6605133 7 6605141 8 6605158 9 6605166 10 6605174 11 6605182 13 0800466 14 0636431 15 0928051 16 6607147 17 4755427 18 0145557 19 2410876 FAN COVER KEY NO. PART NO 1 6605208 2 6605257 3 6605265 4 6605[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530,TYPE NUMBER EXA2 CYLINDER HEAD OIL PAN J PISTON CONNECTING ROD CRANKSHAFT I I iGNiTiON COIL i --3 L_ REGULATOR RECTIFIER 54[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 CYLINDER HEAD PISTON CONNECTING ROD KEY NO. PART NO DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 6684989 2 0688887 3 6604524 5 6605232 6 6605240 7 6605489 8 0636845 9 2488187 10 0866103 11 6607170 13 2401222 14 1521756 -- 1521764 -- 1672443 -- 1672450 OIL PAN KEY NO[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530,TYPE NUMBER EXA2 EXHAUST PIPE I i FUELPUMP CRANKCASE J 16 7 20 LABELS 56[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273800 HONDA ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 EXHAUST PIPE KEY NO. PART NO 2 6605398 3 0471623 DESCRIPTION GASKET, EX. PIPE NUT, FLANGE (6MM) FUELPUMP KEY NO. PARTNO 1 5611298 2 6605216 3 4432233 4 1226299 5 2449593 6 2449593 7 0250985 CRANKCASE KEY NO. PART NO 1 6853311 2 66O4540 3 6604557 4 2515195 5 66045[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION u_ _ ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 1. Fold this page [...]

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