Craftsman 272 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAWJ

18.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917,272410

•Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to yourquestions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty...............................................2

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

Assembly .............................................. 8

Operation ............................................ 11

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 17

Maintenance ....................................... 17

Service and Adjustments .................... 21

Storage ............................................... 27

Troubleshooting ................................. 28

Repair Parts ........................................ 32

Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning

your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home

warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only

while this product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:.

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns,stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, includingbut not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the dding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

•Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, includingbut not limitedto,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

•Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BA'I-FERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in matedal or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War-

ranty service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipment

to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other dghts

which may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine iscapable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould resultin

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsibleadults,who are

familiarwith the instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

placa.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn offblades, set

parkingbrake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removinggrass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

•Mow only in daylight or goodartificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in alarge

pe..rcantageof riding mower-related

mjudes. These operators should

evafuatetheir ability to operate the riding

mower safely enoughto protect them-

selvesand others from seriousinjury.

•Keep machinefree ofgrass, leaves or

other debris build-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust /engine pads and bum. Do

notallow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debds which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillagebefore operating or stodngthe

mach=ne. Allow machine to coolbefore

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajor factor related to loss-of-

controland tipover accidents, whichcan re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extracaution, ifyou cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terraincould overtumthe machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

Use slowspeed. Choose alow gear so

thatyou will not have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer'srecommenda-

tions forwheel weights or counter-

weightsto improve stability.

Use extra care withgrass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do notmake sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stoppingon aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowlystraightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not tum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, ham slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

• Do notmow near drop-offs,ditches,or

embankments. The mower could

suddenlytum over if awheel is overthe

edge of a cliffor ditch,or ifan edge

caves in.

• Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilizethe machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Donotusegrasscatcheronsteep

slopes.

Ill.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care o! another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enterthe area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be sedously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine tree of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop end inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended pads,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicingthem.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area isclear 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 carrychildren. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

notacross.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn 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.

•Avoid startingor stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the stope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes untess neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONll! BECOME ALERTlt! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjustingor making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

,_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of aload, while on aslope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the groundand cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related aocessodes contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

3RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1,25 GALLONS

.3APACITY UNLEADED

\NDTYPE: REGULAR

)ILTYPE SAE 10W30

API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE32 °F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

_)ILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

IGAP:.030")

3ROUND SPEED FORWARD:

'_MPH): 1sT 1.2

2_1.5

3RD 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSi

REAR: 10PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 15AMPS @3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: UlR

BLADEBOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofanewtractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualifyed service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules,

• Follow aregular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (ifany). Ifa spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center(See REPAIR PARTS section ofthis

manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steering

Boot q

Steering Wheel

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

Steering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

(_Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

S,opeSh.e,II:l

Video Cassette

(2) Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception ofthose parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor aU parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 1/2"wranch (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

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 REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATrACH STEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and lecknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securelyto 18-22 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steedng shaft extension.

5. Positionsteering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

_.:_._./Insert

'_ .---- 3/SHexBolt

_T..._3/8 LockWasher

_"_-Larga Rat Washer

Steering

Wheel

Steenng _._

Boot-------"--- _

Adapter--------___

5/16 Locknut _,,...._

Tabs

Extension

/Shaft

_._5/16 Hex Bolt

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'rrERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

NOTE: If this battery isputintoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum ofone hourat 6-10

amps. (See "BATrERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Batteej

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

pecking 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 over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear oftractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and fiat

washer loosely. Do nottighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit inseat.

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

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Bolt

Rat W_er_

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor oft the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position,

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward oft skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

,_kWARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all ins|ructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor ]s clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttlecontrol to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place geamhift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALLMULCHERPLATE

(Ifpreviouslyremoved)

1. Raiseandholddeflectorshieldin

uprightposition.

2. Placefrontofmulcharplateoverfront

ofmowerdeckopeningandslideinto

place,asshown,

3, Hookfrontlatchintoholeonfrontof

mowerdeck.

4, Hookrearlatchintoholeonbackof

mowerdeck.

ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Muldher

Deflector_ Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe piece. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is notnecessary tochange

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also,

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overlnflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correcttire 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 housing

should be properly leveled. Sea "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL B ELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual. Verify thatthe

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

•#CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVlEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

/All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

,/NO remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. Sea that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAYEXTRA A'I-I'ENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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