Craftsman 917.272281 manual

Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRWI LAWN TRACTOR 22.0 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.272281 This 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. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Inst[...]

Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 AssemblyPre-Operation ....................... 8 Operation ............................................ 11 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Maintenance Schedule [...]

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Look for this symbol to point out • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely important safety precautions. It means necessary. Always look down and CAUTION!!I BE[...]

DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overtum 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 recomme[...]

• 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[...]

3RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): 4 Gallons Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (Above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 4.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (GAP: .040") Ground Speed Forward: 5.5 (MPH): Reverse: 2.4 Tire Pressure: Front: 14PSI Rear:. 10- PSI Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM Battery: A[...]

Mower ,__ _Ora, n','_ Leveling For Future Use Wrench I Slope Sheet Bubble Level Video Cassette 7[...]

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, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts [...]

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operetion section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal. 3. Place freewheel control in disen- gaged position to disengage transmis- sion (See =TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation secti[...]

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factoryfor shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shownin "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cuffing results, mower housing should be properly level[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVERTE?P 1 [i ll 0 m FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKIN[...]

KNOWYOUR 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. Hourmeter Ignition Switch Ammetel Throttle Choke Attachment Clutch Switch Light Switch Lift 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[...]

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. 1. With forward ddve pedal depressed to desired speed, move cruise control lever forward to =SET" position and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal, then release the cruise control lever. To disengage the cruise control, pull the lever backward to =OFF&[...]

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and brake pedal. • Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest setting. • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar o[...]

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and coldstarting procedures below. 6. Insert key into ignition and tum key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes[...]

MOWING TIPS • Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing performance. See rl'O 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[...]

M.,.'rO.A.C,= SC.,=OU.,= AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE DE DATES Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems V' R crux+< _" Loose Fasteners IfP I_s I_' _ SharpeNReplace Mower Blades t_ 3 T Lubrication Chart V' 0 Che<_ Betmry Lewi 1_4 R Claan Be_w and Termed= V _ IV/ Che¢_ Transaxla Cooling I_ Check V-Belts c,_ E[...]

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINA[...]

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at =FULL" line [...]

CLEANING Clean en_line, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all matter. foreign Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electdcal system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water [...]

7. Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown. 8. 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 and mower brackets. NOTE: To assist[...]

• Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front plate links are equal in length. • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut =1£' on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance =D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front [...]

TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. 2. Measure d[...]

TRANSMISSION REMOVAUREPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See =PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to dght) wh[...]

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely 8. Close terminal access doors. 9, Close hood. Hex Bolt Keps Nut Terminal Door Cable ,Negative Guard (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP CAUTION: When lit, the halogen lamps get extremely hot. Hold lamp assembly by the holder[...]

ENGINE 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 outJeL TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. ,_ CAUTION: 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 wi[...]

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 CAUSE 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. 7. Water i[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM Loss of power contlnued) Excessive vibration Engine continues Io run when )perator leaves seat with _ttachment :lutch engaged _oorcut-uneven 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oi[...]

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 aSears or other qualified service cent[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 SCHEMATIC IGNmON SWITCH SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) , i ! _ ......... = b FUEL ' _ OPERATOR PRESENCE KUE i LINE J A RELAY #t i__ _ SPARK ' = IGNITION PLUG ...... UNiT GAP I _ PLUGS ON FUELSHUT-OFF _ CYL ENGINES) , (IF SO EQUIPPED) LIGHTS L-_--J LIC PTO SWITCH F C+GeB+H REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS [...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 26 40 if i ! j! I f I I I J 34[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 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 Holddown Battery Front Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 176138 Switch Intedock 21 175449 Harness, Light 24 4799J Cable, Battery 25 [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 42 29 215 39 2O9 166 2O 23 2OO 3 2O9 36[...]

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 3 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4 9 172542)(418 Dash 11 174996 Panel, Dash, I_H 10 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 13 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 172540X615 Hood Assembly 20 180679 Plate Battely 23 124028X Bu[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 GROUND DRIVE 32 _52 253 77 F 241 244 226 62 36 24 26 26 22 38[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 GROUND DRIVE KEY PARr KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 77 Hydrogear Model 323-O510 78 6 17060512 Screw 5/16-16 x 3/4 89 9 137140 Clutch Elec 90 124346X 15 74490544 Bolt He)( Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 95 180825 16 _ Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 96 4497H 17 126197X Was[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 STEERING ASSEMBLY 88 J I 29 67 lO 36 4o 43 40[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175139X418 StasdngWheel 2 172393 Axle Assembly 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1o5/8 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 10 175121 Draglink 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock 12 739[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 ENGINE 32 14 38 29 I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I Spark Arrester I 42[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175437X505 ContmI, Throffia 2 164863 Screw Hwhd H.-Lo #13016 x 3/4 3 ....... Engine, (See Breakdown) B&S Model Number 446777-0165-E1 4 149723 Muffler 5 159955 Pipe Exhaust Lh 6 160589 Pipe Exhaust Rh 8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 10 162797 Shield Heet 13 165391 Gasket (S[...]

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 175134 2 14O551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145OO6 5 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 182493 11 177957 12 121246X 13 121248X KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION Seat 14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 15 121249X Spacer, Split Bolt 16 123740X[...]

DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 13 6 3 18 15 18 11 10 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 180978 2 174969 3 17"/909 4 177910 6 133644 7 181604 8 179128 9 182168 10 156439 11 181470 12 146046 13 177890 14 160396 9 14 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Decal, Hood/Seat 15 181427 Reflector LH. 16 138047 Decal, Hood, R.H. 18 177913 Decal, Hood, L.H. 20 14951[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 LIFT ASSEMBLY 37 38 4O 41 13 4 6 13 19 13 32 19 32 $4 46[...]

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 179.504 Plunger Assembly 2 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 3 178981 Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32x 1 x21 Gauge 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon 7 175830 Grip, Handle, Ruted 11 139865 Unk, Lift, LH. 12 139866 Unk, Lift, R.H. 13 4939M Reteiner Spring 15 175562 [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 MOWER DECK 140- 117 11 137 21 25 I h '1 h 29 27 48[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 182032 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 68 174883 2 STD533107 Boll 91 180532 3 138017 Bracket Aosembly,Sway Bar, 92 STD541437 Front 94 132264 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 95 180533 5 STD624008 RetalnerSpdng 101 136420 6 1780_4 Bar Sw[...]

18 124 6.Sealant (Jolt d' etancheb) 57-20W50 Oil - 78.80Z (OZ de 78.820 d' Huile) 127 - Seal and O-ring Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu) 88 128 i ,=0 ! I | oi: oO m_ r M ZF € z _c W m_ _m[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 3230510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 1_1 Main Housing,Assembly 67 170413 2 170_52 Side Housing, Assembly 68 178782 3 1_ Center Section, Assembly 69 170415 4 170354 Swashplata, Tmnion Machined 70 170416 5 169698 Block - Assembly 71 170417 6 170355[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 89g 1 213_ 216 1 ,o i' "_ 878 ' 87 tL 718 I 1019 L.ABEL Kn" ] 3O4 1017_ 89 305_ 447 _340 1095 VALVEGASKET SET 52[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 51 L(,._,_(_,,J 276 _) 633e 987 • 104 117 • __ 1124 gG' Q 137 s,s2A @ 742 4O4O 691 0 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 51 _ _e 987 D 150 276 0 1124 _ 2tt _1_ 108 ,t_ I ,_ t 11311130 S6 . ._-_ _ _ It7 B 276 0 118 f 53[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 7, | =,T 4O5 48 358 ENGINE GASKET KiT 3_ 163 275 O 691 o% 797 Y 54[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 446777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 694001 .Cylinder Assembly 117 690232 _ Jet-Main (Standard) 2 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 118 690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude) Side) 121 499811 Kit-Carburator Overhaul 3 391086 - Seal[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272281 BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 448777 TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 363 691062 Flywheel Puller 842 691031 383 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug 847 499602 385 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump) 651 493880 387 808656 Pump-Fuel 855 691011 404 690442 Washer (Governor Cr[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge Is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4. Compare the angle of the fold with the elope of t[...]

For repair of major brand appliances i in your own home... no matterwho made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ AnyOne, day or nigl_ (1-8(X_ (U.S.A. and Canada) _M For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any_ day or right (U.SA only) w[...]