Craftsman 917.275764 manual

Owner's Manual JCRRFTSMRN°J LAWN TRACTOR 1 8.5 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.275764 [_ 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 a[...]

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

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 equipment from 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 no[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 2.00 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SG-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 Forward: 5.5 (MPH): Reverse: 2.4 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging Sys[...]

Steering Wheel insert Steering Boot (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 U Steering Wheel Steering Extension Shaft (1) Large Flat Washer u I I w Steering Wheel Adapter (1) 5/16 Lock Washer Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet 7[...]

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[...]

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. 8. Get off seat without moving its ad- justed position. 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely. Seat Seat Shoulder Bolts Flat Washer Adjustment Knob _ CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position. NOTE: If this batte[...]

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important for 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[...]

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 ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) oi OVER TEMP LIGHT BATTERY REVERSE FUEL OIL PRESSURE m 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. Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition Switch ROS "ON" Position ..... - Lever Plunger Li[...]

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 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 proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to [...]

TO OPERATE ON HILLS _WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide 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 slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slow[...]

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. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. 2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 3. Place motion con[...]

MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO 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[...]

MA,.TE.A.CE SC.EOULE FILL IN DATES /_/_X'x_'_/_ _ " AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_ _4 _/_/O.Oq. _" REGULAR SERVICE /_r/_'_d_VSERVlOE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners If I_s A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3 C Lubrication Chart I_ If 0 Check Ba[...]

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 Adjustmentssection 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 Closed and Locked Position Yellow CaF Drain Tube 3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remo[...]

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 SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all movi[...]

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 man- ual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the[...]

Mandrel Idler Pulley TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. 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. TO CHECK BRAKE 1. Park t[...]

Engine Pulley J Clutching Idler _ _o_1 TrK;;P_srsion _ _,-,--_ Input Pulley TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE- VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. 2. Start engine and move motion con- trol lev[...]

If "jumper cables"are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each ba[...]

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 outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttl[...]

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. _,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[...]

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 Loss of power 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty[...]

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 Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanis[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 02831 193372 BATTERY ,!,, olllll,o SOLENOID STARTER REVERSESWITCH SHORTING CONNECTOR NOT IN REVERSE BLACK O IGNITION / SPARK PLUGS UNIT _ GAP ................. O (2 PLUGS @ ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) 41 IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" OFF M+G+A1 _UN/OVERRIDE B+A1 RUN B+A1 L+A2 START B + [...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 / 24 X 41 22 26 / / I I 33 i / i I 25 / / I 48 34[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery 16 176138 Switch, Interlock 21 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 22 4152J Bulb Light #1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red 25 193149 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 259 260 258 28 159 208 @/5 @/5 209 208 / /64 39 278 2_ 206 209 209 6O 74 37 208 chassis-Laser-It.stir 33 36[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 193510X012 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 11 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 185682X613 Ho[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 GROUND DRIVE 59 158 32 /3o 16 _ 515 10 / 82 165 156 166 62 59 , 65 61 64 168 I 35 _/39 36 52 30 37 116 29 252 22 55 19 25 36 35 I i 151 51 74 75 78 drive-hydro.stlt 53 $8[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 70 134683 (See Breakdown) 74 137057 8 192502 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 75 121749X 10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 76 STD581075 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 77 123583X 15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr.5[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 STEERING ASSEMBLY t ] +_ +-q_+],-+- +] ] r-_--_.42 .... 36 88 I 29 68 82 15 15 steering plJt 57 29 46 6_ 65 68 67 45%. 3O 67 67 4O[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 186780 Steering Wheel 2 184706 Axle Assembly Cast Iron 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 10 175121 Draglink 11 STD551137 Washer, Lock[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 / 40 33 i 44 33 23 37 29 38 3 72 / 62 81 13 14 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs, lcyl 49 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170545X505 2 17720408 4 137352 13 165291 14 148456 23 169837 29 137180 31 185115 32 140527 33 123487X DESCRIPTION Control, Throttle/Choke Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 SEAT ASSEMBLY 17 12 seat It.knob 9 5 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 188716 2 180166 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 180186 11 166369 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. Clip Push In Hinged Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16[...]

DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 11 lO 20 13 15 12 13 14 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 193307 Decal 2 193563 Decal 3 186280 Decal 4 186281 Decal 5 138047 Decal 6 133644 Decal 7 191777 Decal 8 172331 Decal 9 186282 Decal 10 156439 Decal 11 186283 Decal DESCRIPTION Oper. Instr. Replacement Hood, R.H. Hood, L.H. Battery Customer Maintenance HP Engine [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 13 6 11 5 19 13 13 20 32 _ 19 ¢ 13 _ 31 -. 32 1718 20 16 15 Fift-rh.1 piece 3 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/ 13 STD624008 Plunger 15 173288 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 16 73350800 3 105767X Pin Groove 17 175689 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 18 73800800 [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 MOWER DECK 67 68 / i147 142 119 118_ I 6 1J 21 42 D man-t-path stlt 3 21 23 24 28 29 18 119 27 46[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 48 133944 2 STD533107 Bolt 52 139888 3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 53 184907 Front 54 178515 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 55 155046 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 56 165723 6 178024 Bar Sw[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 .iJ ..... 206 13 • 26 14 150 47 _26 13 65 115 87 -- _ -191 3 _.- -190 zo4 o --208 o " _ _ 183 @ (_r 105 CIr 0 - _ 28 II ' 185-- U 200 ........ ..... " 184--@ 182--_' / 22 48[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 772151 Cover L.H. 70 786196 3 770135 Case 79 792201 5 776355 Counter Shaft 85 792154 6 778263 Spur Gear 11T 87 788088A 9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 99 792141 13 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13 Teeth) 100 792[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2 lO38_ _.. 718 307_ 3_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 12 61_ 524 @ q 1019 LABEL KIT 1036 EMISSION LABEL ] 1022 617 0 6680 943 0 8420 I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 48 SHORT BLOCK 1270 __ 7591 684_ 11 ___ 584_ 1264I_ 126_ ! 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE I I 15_ 22_[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2 643 801 803 462 _ 579 ,_ 802 1266A< b 37 _ _'118 ,_ 74 ? 240_ 73__ 1006 1070_ _ 601_ _ 1044_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 104 g 997® 105 _ 1370 276_ 1266 0 634_ 95_93@ 106117_ _ 142 6170 1266A <_) 729 697 _ 1040 3o6 _ 105 276@ 1127_ [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 108 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic) 2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 117 694352 O Jet-Main (Standard) 3 391086 ,Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 118 697228 J[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275764 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0602-E2 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 431 697122 Elbow-Intake 947 694393 445 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 965 499613 462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 967 697015 474 696459 Alternator 968 699986 503 691532 Strap-Start[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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 I slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme c[...]

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