Craftsman 917.273638 manual

Owner's Manual CRAFTSMIIN ° 18.5 HE 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.273638 i_] his product has a mow emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. Read and follow all Safety Rules and instructions before operati[...]

Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ........................................... 3 Product Specifications ............................ 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation ........................ 7 Operation .............................................. 10 Maintenance Schedule......................... 16 Maintenance .....[...]

mMPORTANT: 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. _IWARNmNG: In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place w[...]

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. Taft 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 recommend- ations for wh[...]

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 interfere with sa[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATmONS Gasoline 4.0 Capacity and Unleaded Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) IAPFSG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 1 st 1.2 2nd 1.5 3rd 2.4 4th 3.5 5th 4.8 6th 5.3 Reverse: 1.5 Tire Pressure: Front:[...]

Mower Leveling Wrench Keys (2) Keys Bubble Level (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Video Cassette Your, new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the oper- ating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO R[...]

Knob NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKmD (See Operation section for mocation and function of controms) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest po- sition. 2. Release parking brake by depress[...]

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin- fiated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is importantfor best cutting performance. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower hous- ing should be properly leve[...]

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 G G ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic M[...]

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THINS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATmNG 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. Th rottle/Choke Control Hourmeter ignition Switch iht Switch Position Attachment Clutch Lev[...]

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. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PAR[...]

For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in pro[...]

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- rvIENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heaw of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENG[...]

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 6. When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly. Once rough running begins, imme- diately move the throttle control to the fast position. Engine warm-up may take from several seconds to several minutes (the colder the temperature, the longer t[...]

F,LL ,, DATES AS COMPLETE ...... REGULAR SERV,OE f y4 yA TS ERV'C E DATES Check Brake Operation _1_ t_ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems If R Check for Loose Fasteners If I_s If A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades li#13 C Lubrication Chart tf If 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 a Clean Battery and Terminals _ If i,,'[...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rubs when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATmON 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). TmRES , Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See[...]

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or removecaps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosionand dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. Remove terminal guard. 2. Disconnect BLA[...]

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towardsengine. 2. Remove cover. 3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base. 4. Clean base carefully to preventdebris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 5. Place new pre-cleaner[...]

WARNmNG: TO AVOmD SERmOUS mNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMmNG ANY SERVmCE 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 to "STOP"and removekey. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving part[...]

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSmNG 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 undednflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH BUBBLE LEVEL NOTE: If necessary, check side-to-[...]

To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal num- ber of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length. When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links[...]

TO REPLACE MOTmON DRmVE 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. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers[...]

TO START ENGINEWiTH A WEAK BAT- TERY ,_kWARNmNG: Lead-acid batteries gen- erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protectionwhen around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT- TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manua[...]

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL The throttle control has[...]

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. _I, CAUTmON: 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 f[...]

TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in marluamunmess directed to Sears service center Hard to start Engine wiii not turn over Engine clicks but wiii 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 fuel. 8. Loose or damag[...]

TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTmON 1. 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 [...]

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

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SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" OFF M+G+A1 NONE DN + LIGHTS B+A1 L+A2 ON B + A1 NONE START B + S + A1 NONE FUSE SOLENOID RED I I J STARTER BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH I I i DIODE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR i FUEL I (OPTIONAL) BLACK _NE I O SPARK PLUGS ?[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 12 / I 41 16 ] I- ..... I 12 32[...]

ELECTRmCAL TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 7603J Trap',Battery 10 145211 Bolt, Battery, Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 11 150109 HoIddown, Battery, Front 12 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon, Battery, Front 1/4 16 176138 Switch, htedock 21 175688 Harness, Light 22 4152J Bulb Lig[...]

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES 217 9O 278 209 /_. 155 _278 11 209 54 58 _,158 54 ._ 209 .--" 20 59 209 J 206 chassis-stealth,stlt 21 209 6O 209 74 209 38 60 37 >209 _14 154_209 _278 13 209 34[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 9 161566X428 Dash 10 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1 11 167203 Panel, Dash, LH 13 188702X010 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 175260X615 Hood Assembly 20 162026 Plate Battery 26 STD541437 Locknut, Hex,[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 GROUND DRIVE 26 27 75 drive-fender.stlt 43 36[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. 1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 55 105709X Dana 4360-180 56 17060620 2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 57 160855 3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 59 169691 4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 61 17120614 5 121520X Strap, Torque 62 123533X 6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 63 1754[...]

STEERmNG TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 / : L _ 38 _72 / / 88 J /, J 68 67 67 / 67 13 65 94 34 4O 43 / / / / /_J / 8 steering steaffh prem 7 38[...]

STEERmNG TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 184706 Axle Asm 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga= 8 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 10 175121 Link Drag 11 STD551137 Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 3/8 12 73940800 Nu[...]

ENGmNE TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 2 78 32 112 29 81 38 14 23 / 13 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs=lcyF 51 4O[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 176636X505 Control Throttle 2 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex 3 ........ Engine, Briggs Mode! 31P777-0348-E1 (See Breakdown) 4 137352 Muffler 13 165291 Muffler Gasket 14 148456 Tube Drain oil 23 169837 Shield Heat 29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 31 179022 Tank [...]

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 SEAT ASSEMBLY 18 14 I 25 .... 15 13 17 12 11 5 _t f Et t _ J t E _x 22 21 KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRiPTiON 1 188714 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 3 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga= 5 145006 Clip Push-Hn 6 STD541437 Nut Hex w/Hns. 3/8-16 unc 7 124181X Spring[...]

DECALS 18 TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 11 16 3 13 21 4 11 21 10 24 2O 7 6 15 26 12 1 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 187407 2 138047 3 186242 4 186243 5 160396 6 146046 7 179128 9 189080 10 156439 11 189088 12 172331 13 133644 15 187408 DESCRIPTION Reflector, LH Decal, Battery, Diehard, Sears Decal, Hood RH Decal, Hood LH Decal, Deck Sch. Decal, V-Belt[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 LmFT ASSEMBLY 13 4 6 11 3 1 19 13 32 13 ----_ 31_ 32 19 13 1718 20 16, 15 Fift-rh.1 pc.stlt 9 44[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 LmFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 179504 PIunger Assembiy 2 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 3 188822 Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21Ga. 6 120183X Bearing, NyIon 7 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted 11 139865 Link, Lift, LH. 12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H. 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15 1[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 MOWER DECK _ ""_ 40 159 _i 132 91 t _184 59 117 11 34 92__ 92 4 149 5 6 19F 21 140 - , 138 2 16 14 18 13 102 F 21 _5 _134 29 116 21 2 / 23 24 _,_ 6 28 " 27 42 D,elec.t-path.adjwl.stlt 3 46[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. 1 182032 Mower Housing 94 132264 2 STD533107 Bolt 95 180533 3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Fr. 101 136420 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 102 71081010 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 103 19061216 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 104 STD551110 8 850857 Bolt, H[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 DANA TRANSAXLE==MODEL NUMBER D4360=180 26 27 2O 21 22 11. 36 !I* 9 52 53 54 24 31 32 25 57 42 3* 44 59 56 i5 45 46 47 48 49 50 59 62 64 69 6O 6768 23 6 43* 52 48[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 DANA TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360ol 80 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON NO. NO. 1 190972 Housing, Upper 41 105928× 2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 42 190986 3 190973 BaH, Detent 43 134394" 4 190974 Spring, Detent 44 120473X 5 190975 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X 45 142678 .482 46 143697 6 190977 As[...]

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31P777,TYPE NUMBER 0348=E1 718 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 8680 8_1_ 146 '_ I 741_ 12 524 617 0 842<:3 943 O 1270 _7591 1027 / I 1019 LABEL KIT II I 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 305A _ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I I 1036 EMISSION LABEL I _ _ I [ 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE ] 750&[...]

TRACTOR ° ° MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE=MODEL NUMBER 31P777,TYPE NUMBER 0348=E1 238 35 1022 1034 6170 914 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 868 _'_ 1022 _] 131 --10_ • _ _-1o6 lo91 105 276@ 1127L4 _ 127 (_ 601 1119_ 947 918 977 CARBURETOR1370GASKET276 _._SET 160/1 93_ 95 _ 104%-CA R B U R E TO R6_ 4A_KIT-087 105 _ 137_ 276@ f-[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31P777,TYPE NUMBER 0348=E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON 1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Sea! 108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic) (MagnetoSide) 117 694352 © Jet-Main (Standard) 3 391086[...]

TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.273638 BRmGGS & STRATTON ENGmNE=MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348=E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 868 690968 385 694476 Screw (Fuel Pump) 914 690960 385A 690297 Screw (Fuel Pump) 918 697091 387 697090 Pump-Fuel 943 690589 404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank)[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION L_ 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. Exercise extreme [...]

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