Craftsman 917.276361 manual

Owner's Manual CRRFTSMRN ° j_]l I, GARDEN TRACTOR 25.0 HE 48" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.276361 This product has a low emission engine which operates [_ from built Before start the differently previously engines. you engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety[...]

Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 7 Operation ............................................... 9 Maintenance Schedule........................ 16 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 [...]

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 equipment with 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 noz[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 5.0 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 10W30 'API-SG-SL): (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC 'Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 - 5.8 Reverse: 0 - 2.1 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear:[...]

Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi- tion (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan- e[...]

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and _nction of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. 1. Be sure all the above ass[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. R N H L I',,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST G G ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ol OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED[...]

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. Choke Control Ignition "ON" Ammeter Switch Position Attachment Clutch Brake Pedal [...]

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 cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximateand may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The averagelawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches durin[...]

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - 1. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. 2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion. 3. Look down and behind before and while backing. 4. Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position to start movement. 5. When use of the ROS is no longer n[...]

_,CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating in temper- atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which l[...]

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[...]

AS YOU COMPLETE REGOLAR SERV,CE E R V'OE OATE S C hh: _ Birak; iOsPe_i ° n _ Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners tf I_s 1_ A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3 TC Lubrication Chart If tf 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 R Clean Battery and Terminals _ I_ Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts I_ Check Engine Oil Lev[...]

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[...]

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel b[...]

Oil Drain Valve To Open To Close Drain Tube 4. After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve turning clockwise. Use the 7/16" (11 mm) 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 through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slo[...]

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 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[...]

9. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower brack- ets. NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move m[...]

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH Nut Trunnion / Front Plate Assembly TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. 2. Lower mower to its lowest position. 3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket. CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded. Have a firm grip on rod and release s[...]

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC- ONDARY) DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Remove screws from R.H. and L.H. mandrel covers and remove covers. REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT" illustration in this sect[...]

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[...]

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE- VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 1. Park Tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF" position and engage parking brake. 2. Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel. 3. Move motio[...]

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Weak or Dead Fully Charged Battery Battery REPLACING BATTERY WARNING: Do not short battery termin[...]

ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers ex- pense, 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 CABLE The throt[...]

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 w[...]

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 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. Engine clicks but will not start 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 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 fue[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires' when turning engine "OFF" 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 2. Worn/[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 BATTERY SOLENOID IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" OFF M+G+A1 RUN/OVERRIDE B+A1 RUN B+A1 L+A2 START B + S + A1 O q SPARK PLUGS IGNITION GAP O UNIT / (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) i I ORANGE LIGHT SW I BLUE FI HOUR _- BLACK FUEL SHUT-OFF _METER SOLENOID i FUEL ] (OPTIONAL) I LINE I BLUE [...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 / 26 33 34 I I I I 34[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 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 917.276361 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 138 161 158 37 58 21 _a4 _20 19 17 _ 16 56 99 153 158 122 chassis-stealth 43-vgt 36[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 47 2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 50 4 73680700 Nut 7/16-14 56 5 193636X428 Dash 58 6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 68 7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 86 8 184668 Support, Battery 91 14 175260X428 Hood Asm 99 1[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 GROUND DRIVE 9 69 33 drive 6-vgt 42 77 127 120 36 35 6 46 68 34 .145 38[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 Transaxle Hydro Gear 94 133835 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 98 141004 2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 106 142918 3 7563R Washer Thrust 107 154739 6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 108 142917 7 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 111 156240 9 140080 Bolt, Hub 112 178558 20 73940800 Nut 1[...]

STEERING TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 26 J _--" 51 /'/_ , 21 20 34 33 32 6 42 23 22 13 ,31 29 28 36 1313 / / i I I I I / II I J J 18 _ steerinct 21-vgt 52 4O[...]

STEERING TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 186094X428 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 175572 19 156011 20 163887X428 21 186737 22 155105 23 152927 26 186095X428 27 3366R 28 17000612 29 1042[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 22_ I 18 37 26 27 engine-kohler22 18-vgt 84 39 i 85 3 31 _ 40 84 12 11 82 69 _62 29 / SPARK ARRESTER KIT I J 42[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Engine (See Breakdown) Kohl Model No. CV730-0044 2 149723 Muffler 8 121361X Pulley V-Idler 9 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine 10 175288 Bushing 11 179335 Clutch Electric 12 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 15 179115 Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 Yt/Gt 96 18 179124X428 Cap Asm Fuel W/G[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 SEAT ASSEMBLY 17 I 18 19 12 10 I 5 4 I I I seat 1-vgt 44[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 192919 Seat 2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 3 140675 Strap, Fender Assembly 4 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 5 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 6 STD541437 Nut 3/8-16 unc 7 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18Unc x 3/4 w/Seres 10 195530 Pan, Seat 12 174648 Bra[...]

DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 18 3 15 15 10 17 17 12_ 22 8 20 11 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 177916 Decal Eng KP Sears RH 8 177917 Decal Eng KP Sears LH 9 194027 Deca[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 43 35 73 31 32 39 30 I I i 29 8 10 3 } ! 23 23 7O KEY PART NO. NO. 1 121006X 2 180045 3 159189 4 12000022 5 19292016 6 71110624 7 175830 8 175831X505 10 183894 11 175375 12 163552 23 STD624008 24 73350800 26 73800800 29 150233 30 110807X 31 STD551037 32 137150 33 STD560907 34 137167 lift rh 8 D[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 MOWER DECK 46 132 95 112 21 122. j49 I 52 130 ® 121 33 ,30 46 i : 1 • _132 47 26 mower deck.48prem 2 48[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 49 73900600 3 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 50 72110612 5 4939M Retainer Spring 52 175820 6 178024 Sway Bar 56 155986 8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 57 156941 (The following blades are 91 180535 available) 94 176066[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 111X 85 _1 41 95 79 SEA ANT 97 - 20W50 O}L 20,3 KT, SEA 50[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 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 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE 27-- - 32 31 / 30 _--28 AND BREATHER _33 _ I 29 -_- 28 t- o 21 2O / l I 2524 23 22 II I/ 19 15-- 18 1 5 7-- _8 L -_111F __13 _.___T_J 20-- 25 15 10 --I 13--_ 12--_ 5 ©--11 0--4 0 0 0 0 0 9_ --7 52[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1. 24-033-03-S 2. 24-041-51 -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 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 IGNITION/ELECTRiCAL T-2 _/3 1-- BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES r _/5 6/ 2 54[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1. 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 1. 54-755-01-S (includes 2-4, & 24-113-18-S) 2. 25-086-117-S Screw, sems hex. hd. (4) 2. 25-341-04-S 3. 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x1[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 STARTING SYSTEM I 2 c@___6 OiL PAN/LUBRICATION ! 19 16 _NTROLS q ®/9 27 ""10 26 22_, _ 13 23 19 14 24 _ 56[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1. M-839080-S 2. 25-098-09-S 3. 25 086 113-S 4. 25-435-05-S 5. 25-755-33-S 6. 25-141-05-S 7. 25-221-01-S OIL PAN/LUBRICATION ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART NO. NO. KEY PART NO. NO. Screw, hex. flange 1. M8x1.25x80 (2) Starter[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 CRANKSHAFT ! EXHAUST I FUEL SYSTEI_,_ I 13 58[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044 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 O3 (.O ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. _) 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 extr[...]

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