Craftsman CRAFTSMAN 917.27621 manuale d’uso

Owner's Manual CRIIFTSMIIH ° GARDEN TRACTOR 22.0 HP, 54" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.276210 This product has a low emission engine which operates I_ differently from previously built engines. Before start the you engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual, IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and[...]

Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 5 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 7 Operation ............................................. 12 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 18 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. _IWARNING: In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place w[...]

II. 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 Capacity 5 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") Ground Speed (MPH): Lo: Hi: 0.7 1.7 1.4 3.3 2.3 5.4 Reverse: 0.9 2.1 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear:[...]

Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Steering Wheel Sleeve Adapter Gauge Wheels //q (4) Adjusting _1 , Bar JJ_J (double loop) (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Locknut 3/8-16 4, Whees( 'O (4) Clevis Pins (4) Shoulder Bolt (1) Washer @ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (2) Retainer Springs (double loop) (2)Flanged Pins (1) Oil [...]

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[...]

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 bolt is positioned[...]

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position 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 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important f[...]

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 SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) oi OVER TEMP LIGHT t FUEL OIL PR[...]

KN OW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ammeter Throttle Control Ignition Switch "ON" Position Attachment Clutch Switch L[...]

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 YOUR TRACTOR TO SE[...]

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to de- sired cutting height(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). 2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar. 3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge whe[...]

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold. 2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion. 3. Look down and behind before backing. 4. Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) po- sition and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. 5. When use of [...]

TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Move attachment clutch to disengage[...]

MAINTENANCE SC.EOU'E FILL IN BATES AS ¥O0 COMPLETE REGULAR SEBV,CE / 74 TSERV'OE OATES Check Brake Operation _4 Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems _' R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ Ks A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3 C Lubrication Chart _ 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxl[...]

TRACTOR AIways observe safety ruleswhen 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 [...]

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. Center Holej / or Pin _ade BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging [...]

4. After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve turning clockwise. Use the 7/16" (11mm)wrench to apply a small amount of torque to keep it closed. Do not over tighten. 5. Remove the drain tube and store in a safe place. 6. Refill engine with oil throughoil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity [...]

CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis- sion are covered to keep water out[...]

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT 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. • Measure [...]

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. 2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position. 3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock _bracket. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a firm grip on rod and re- lease slowly. 4. Remove screws from R.H. and L.H. mandrel [...]

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Mak[...]

Clutching Flat Clutchin( Above Mids Engine Belt Keep.er Pulley V-Idler Transaxle Pulley Twists Belt Keeper Bottom TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT W[...]

4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 5. Reinstall terminal guard. 6. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.Tighten securely. 7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with re- maining hex bolt and keps nut.Tighten securely 8. Clo[...]

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to a Sears or other qualified ser- vice center for repair and/or adjustment. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- _91_,wAWill not be used for 30 days or more. RNING: 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 Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE 1. Cutting too much grass/too 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. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel.[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Remove obstruction. Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Obstruction in clutch[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 SCHEMATIC 02832-193394193395 EHP RCS LT WITH BYPASS SWITCH / ELECTRIC CLUTCH SOLENOID REVERSE SWITCH SHORTING CONNECTOR I (_-_ / _ @ _ I NOTIN REVERSE BLACK i ELECTRIC CLUTCH O ..... B_!_!,o ,G.iT, o. I . sP%t#UGS _t UNIT _ (2 PLUGS + ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) BLUE f- _ BLACK O FUEL SHUT-OFF O_ SOLENOID (IF SO EQUI[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 22 I i I I I I 41 42 I I 34 I 96 %1 I _6 I 3O 33 / j/ / / / I I // / // / 193394 I I I 1/05 34[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 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 Li[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 153 28 21 2 161 158 37 i ,17 L_20 19 chassis-stealth 46-vgt ............ "7 ._130144 7 85 86 17 148 130 17 169 122 150 /_ 122 / 158 17 139 172 84 70 17 17 83 _ 17 _66 36[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 4 73680700 Nut, Crownlock Hex 7/16-14 unc 5 193636X428 Dash 6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 8 184668 Support, Battery 14 175260X615 Hood Asm 16 121794X Cover, Access 17 170006[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 GROUND DRIVE 7 69 / 37 38 65 48 54 57 157 155 62 66 6 15 23 67 drive 9-vgt 62 38[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 3 7563R 4 17490508 5 STD541437 6 STD561210 7 149176 8 12000034 9 140080 10 142509 11 136927 13 139419 14 138901 15 STD551037 16 143012 17 126909X 18 137104 19 136926 21 23260412 22 633A109 23 106932X 24 136925 25 136923 26 137552 27 193135 28 73350600 29 137213 30 1913161[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 STEERING ASSEMBLY 23 34 33 32 6 29 28 36 15 1313 / i I _, 1 I I i I I I I Ill k I 8 < J 18"X__// steering 20-vgt 52 J J 4O[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 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 73540600 16 186814 18 187799 19 156011 20 163887X428 21 186737 22 155105 23 152927 26 186095X428 27 3366R 28 17000612 29 104239[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 21 18 15 20 84 12 41 84 82 69 28 29 26 27 engine-intek-ELS lO-vgt 39 I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 149723 8 121361X 9 177748 10 175287 11 179335 12 143996 15 179115 18 179124X428 20 175437X428 21 191611 22 187767X428 26 3645J 27 139277 28 188669 29 137180 31 145006 37 123487X DESCRIPTION Engi[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 SEAT ASSEMBLY 14_ 10 _J 116 i 5 4 18 u ° 19 12 I I I seat 1-vgt KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 188714 Seat 2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 3 140675 Strap, Asm Fender 4 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 5 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 6 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 7 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 171877 Bolt [...]

DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 18 10 8 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 182168 3 186242 Decal 4 186243 Decal 5 186725 Decal 6 133644 Decal 8 185366 Decal 9 186572 Decal 10 156439 Decal 11 181249 Decal 12 146047 Decal 13 178482 Decal 2O DESCRIPTION Decal Dash Panel, Lower Hood, RH Hood, LH Hood Side Panel Maintenance Engine Fender Fender Danger Clutch[...]

LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 39 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 43 35 73 38 34 29 72 31 32 30 10 3 1 6 85 ¸ 7O KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 23 24 26 29 3O 31 32 33 34 PART NO. 121006X 180045 159189 12000022 19292016 71110624 175830 175831X505 183894 175375 163552 STD624008 73350800 73800800 150233 110807X 19131016 137150 76020308 137167 12 ¢[...]

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 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 13 187291 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 14 187281 Housing, Mandrel 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 17 72140505[...]

TRANSAXLE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 8O 4 6 1 14 41 _ 45 25 24 48[...]

TRANSAXLE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 4197R 2 12000034 3 4199R 4 4216R 5 4215R 6 4217R 7 174728 8 74020652 9 7392M 10 137261 11 4985R 12 6266H 13 4212R 14 137125 15 6276H 16 633A63 17 8118M 18 8740H1 19 122238X 20 4218R 21 6252H1 22 7810H 23 6262H 24 7393R 25 992R1 26 139111 27 4986R 28 122254X 29 6269H 30 5855H 31 174731[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 929A_ 10 267 g 216 222 188 26s __467_ 44_!1! _ jl! 967 305 AI_40H777-O241-E1 50[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276210 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 40 1186" 117=" 276 ©3 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 51A_ 1370 672_ 150_ 2760 987 1123 C-_ 1124 _ 633 @ A2_40H777=0241 =El 51[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 3© 51 7 2O 9 _ SlA_ .... 691 0 12_ 943(_ 842 _-_ 524 © 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 7_ 163 51 868_ 1022 695 526 t' 501 4O5 102; 69P A3_40H777-O241-EI 52[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 690231 499585 3 391086 4 690069 5 697580 5A 697581 7 690962 8 499601 9 690937 10 690960 11 690942 12 690945 13 690360 15 690946 16 691047 20 690947 22 694966 23 691053 24 222698 25 698429 25 698433 2[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 405 697820 Screw (Back Plate) 865A 691014 418 690999 Plate-Carburetor 865B 691015 445 695667 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 868 690968 447 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 877 393456 447A 690960 Screw(Ai[...]

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION (_ (_ .-=.,.. *=.,.. ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. _b 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.[...]

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