Craftsman 917.27624 manuel d'utilisation

Owner's Manual CRRFTSMIIN ° GARDEN TRACTOR 25.0 HE 54" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.276240 _]]] his product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules[...]

Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8 Operation ............................................. 12 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 19 Maintenance ..........[...]

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 ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place w[...]

I1. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents,which can result in severe injury or death. Opera- tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or [...]

• Remove gas-powered equipmentfrom the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipmentwith a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.Do not use a nozzl[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 5 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 10W30 (above 32°F API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter 4.0 Pints W/O Filter 3.5 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed Forward: 0-5.8 (MPH): Reverse: 0-2.1 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging Syst[...]

Steering Wheel Steering Steering Wheel Wheel Insert Adapter Steering Sleeve Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Wheels (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Clevis Pins (4) Shoulder Bolt Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (2) Retainer Springs (2)Flanged Pins (double loop) Keys [...]

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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench se[...]

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

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper )osition when operating mower. 1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten securely[...]

Belt Tension Rod Disengaged Position Gauge Wheel _g Bracket Electric Clutch Pulley Front Plate Assembly Double Loop Retainer Springs ..P Front Mower Bracket Flanged Pin - Position Notch Vertically Rear Mower Pins CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service a[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H I'-,I "_ REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST 6 G ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) oi OVER TEMP LIGHT BA'n'ERY REVERSE FUEL OIL PRESSURE ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT[...]

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. ROS "ON" Choke Control Ignition Switch Position Ammeter Attachment Clutch Switch B[...]

SAFETY GLASSES 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOU[...]

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 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 relatively high; the second to desired [...]

TO OPERATE ON HILLS AI_WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake p[...]

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separa- tion and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,[...]

PURGE TRANSMISSION _,CAUTION: Never engage or dis- engage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and per- formance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipp[...]

MAINTENANCE SCNEOULE F,LL,NOATES A SYOOOO..'ETE f ZERV'OE REGULAR SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners _ 1_#'5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_#'3 T Lubrication Chart If I1_ 0 Check Battery Level _4 R Clean Battery and Terminals _ I_ Check [...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES[...]

5/8" Bolt or p Blade Center Hole L%u 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[...]

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. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or ev[...]

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 3. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5. Disconnect spark plug w[...]

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust- ment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". • Recheck measurements after adj[...]

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout- ing in all mower pulley grooves. 3. Reassemble R.H. and L.H. mandrel covers. Securely tighten all screws. 4. Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en- gage slowly. 5. Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. Belt Routing L.H[...]

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual.) BELT REMOVAL - 2. Create slack in belt by removing retainer spring from drive belt tension handle.[...]

DD 02614 Weak or Dead Fully Charged Battery Battery REPLACING BATTERY ,_WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accid[...]

Idle Fuel Adjusting Needle (If Equip, ped ) Idle Speed Adjusting Screw Throttle Control Cable 3hoke Control Cable Stop Screw Clamp Screw TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary, check adjustment as described be- low before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed [...]

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. _WARNING: 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 [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power (cont.) 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean ga[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Poor grass discharge (continued) Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" [...]

SCHEMATIC 02846 193391 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 BATTERY SOLENOID IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" OFF M+G+A1 RUN/OVERRIDE B+A1 RUN B+A1 L+A2 START B + S + A1 I IGNITION / K_ SPARK PLUGS GAP O ...................................................................................................................................[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 ELECTRICAL 22 I I l 4 I l I I I 34 34[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144927 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 16 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 175688 Harness Socket Light W/4152J 22 4152J Bulb Lig[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 159_ 21 2 161 158 37 -159 58 28 14 I 16 36 169 j 86 153 130_ /_ 18 150 12/2 _ 8 _ 146 159 139 _172 33_ 139 45 chassis-stealth II 1-vgt 36[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 68 17490508 2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 84 188164 5 193636X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 86 74780716 6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 91 180374 7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 99 177143 8 184668 Support, Battery 122 19[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 GROUND DRIVE 42 77 65 35 36 127 153_ 69 120 122 114" 120 / 33 drive lO-vgt 112 38[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 Transaxle Hydro Gear 89 73680700 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 94 133835 2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 98 141004 3 7563R Washer Thrust 106 142918 6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 107 154739 7 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 108 142917 9 140080 Bolt, Hub 111 156240 20 73940800 Nut [...]

STEERING TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 26 J _--" 51 20 34 33 32 6 42 23 22 13 ,31 29 28 36 1313 / / i I I I I / II I J J 18 _ steering 21-vgt 52 4O[...]

STEERING TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 186093X428 2 178557 3 183226 4 161849 5 161848 6 6266H 7 121748X 8 12000029 9 184946X505 10 74781044 11 136518 12 73901000 13 121749X 14 STD551137 15 STD541537 16 186814 18 187799 19 156011 20 163887X428 21 186737 22 155105 23 152927 26 186095X428 27 3366R 28 17000612 29 104[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 I 18 37 26 27 engine-kohler22 18-vgt 84 39 85 84 12 11 82 9 29 3 , 31 _40 SPARK ARRESTER KIT J KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 8 9 10 11 12 15 18 20 21 22 26 27 28 29 31 37 149723 121361X 177748 175287 179335 143996 179115 179124X428 177328X428 191611 187768X428 3645J 139277 7834R 137180 145006 123487X DESCRIPTI[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 SEAT ASSEMBLY 17 18 19 12 5 4 6 I I I 10 8 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 13 PART NO. 188714 140551 140675 127018X 145006 STD541437 124181X 171877 182493 174648 121248X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Fender Assembly Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 Clip, Push In, Hinged Nut 3/8-16 Uric Spring, Seat Cprsn Bo[...]

DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 17 18 3 15 15 17 24 12 23 25 I KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 193599 Decal Dash 2 149516 Decal Battery DNGR/PSN ENG Asm 3 194023 Decal Hood RH 4 194024 Decal Hood LH 5 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle 6 133644 Decal Maintenance 7 193114 Decal Deck Upstop 8 191852 Decal Replacement 9 194027 Decal Fender 10 [...]

LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 39 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 43 38 12 .yll 77 23 6 41 _ 85 _41 70 12-___ _ J_75 lift rh 18 KEY PART NO. NO. KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 23 24 26 29 30 31 32 33 34 121006X 180045 159189 12000022 19292016 71110624 175830 175831X505 183894 175375 163552 STD624008 73350800 738008[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 MOWER DECK 46 57 5 116 117 119 56 33 25 26 27 mower deck-54 1 46[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 187295 Deck Weldment Mower 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 6 187297 Cover Mandrel LH 7 188187 Cover Mandrel RH 8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 11 187254 Blade, Standard (For mulching mowers only) 13 187291 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 14 187281 Mandrel Housing. 15 110485X Bearing,[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 < i lO6 /55 /62 /60 121 _ 79 SEALANt 97 20W50 @L 203 KIT, SEAL 48[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 161122 Kit, housing main 65 161150 Main housing 66 161151 Lip seal Flange bearing 67 161152 Trunnion bushing 68 161153 Cradle bearing 69 169534 2A 193015 Kit, housing r/h 71 161155 R.H. Housing 73 161156 Flange bearing 74 [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 ;YLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHERJ rt_|2s 24 23 2z 28 F_) CRANKCASEJ i o---22 20-- C::_--_ 19 I _/18 1 G/° 10 9_Q 23. ,25 24 <:_./ f=_l © _A --14 15 / 1 2 L_.S ":_L " : ...... i, _ ='_ > " - i I rll 14 [ 0--11 _ ...4 50[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1. 24-033-03-S 2. 24-041-50-S 3. 24-096-87-S 4. M-645020-S 5. 25 139 60-S 6. 25-351-01 -S 7. 24-755-66-S 8. 24-411-05-S 9. 24-841-03-S 10. 24-318-72-S 11. 25-186-01 -S 12. 24-599-01-S 13. [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 IGNITION/ELECTRICALJ C_--3 19 --% BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES 1 /3 AIR INTAKE ! 4_ 14 17 52[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 54-755-15-S 2. M-403025-S 3. X-25-92-S 4. 24-112-04-S 5. 25-086-47-S 6. 24-157-08-S 7. 12-086-14-S 8. 12-468-03-S 9. X-42-15-S 10. 24-025-01-S 11. 41-403-09-S 12. X-25-92-S 13. 24-086-18-S 14. 236602-S 15. 12-132[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 STARTING SYSTEM J _:fl -% _6 0 ENGINE CONTROLS J 2 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I 3 10J_ 11 "_ 18 _- 8"] 17 16 15 ---1 54[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1. M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange 1. M8x1.25x80 (2) 2. 25-098-09-S Starter, solenoid shift (In 2. cludes 3-7) 3. 25 086 113-S Screw, external torx hd. (3) 3. 4. 25-435-05-S Kit, solen[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 CRANKSHAFT ] 1 EXHAUST J FUEL SYSTEMJ 2 i / 1 5 7 7 ®_,.. 6 10 7 14 12 7 / 13 56[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276240 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0029 CRANKSHAFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 2. 52-139-09-S Plug, cup EXHAUST KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 24-041-49-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 2. 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4) - - 24-522-332 Short Block - - 24-782-23 Miniblock -[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION O7 C...O ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: 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 extr[...]

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