Craftsman 917.270530 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

I:RI:IFTSMI:IN

14.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270530

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800 -659 -5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon -Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

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

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

Safety Rules .......................................... 2

Product Specifications .......................... 5

Assembly .............................................. 7

Operation ............................................ 10

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 16

Maintenance ....................................... 16

Service and Adjustments .................... 20

Storage ............................................... 26

Troubleshooting ................................. 27

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

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained

in the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commemial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

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

warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30

days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30

days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman

riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will

still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will

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

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

vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could re-

sult in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all in-

structions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to oper-

ate 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 2

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge di-

rection and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without ei-

ther the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave arunning machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and re-

move keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while un-

der the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or un-

loading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you can-

not back up the slope or if you feel un-

easy on it, do not mow it.

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 ma-

chine. 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 recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if awheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Never as-

sume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if chil-

dren enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fair off

and be seriously 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.

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 fuet

with the engine running. Allow en-

gine 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 heat-

er.

• Never run a machine inside aclosed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and 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 parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing

them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• 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 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 chil-

dren enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 °Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. 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 s_ope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

btades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do nottum on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point ouut!mpor-

tant saTety precautions. It means L,AU-

TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUT|ON: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark ptug 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 recommendedby 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 stope. Too heaw of a toad, while

on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose

traction with the ground and cause you to

lose control of your tractor.

_,WARNING: The enqine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

91LTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

31L CAPACITY:

;PARK PLUG:

GAP: .030")

VALVE

CLEARANCE:

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F

SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

3.0 PINTS

CHAMPION

RJ19LM OR J19LM

INTAKE: .005"-.007"

EXHAUST:.009"-.011"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1ST 1.1

2ND 1.4

3RD 2.2

4TH 3.4

5TH 4.3

6TH 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

FIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

=RESSURE: REAR: 12 PSI

3HARGING 3AMPS BATTERY

_YSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

3AI-FERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependabil-

ity and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center. We have competent, well-trained

technicians 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".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance 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 instructions under "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 (if any). If a 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 similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 @

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

_Steering Wheel

'I j , Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft 0

Boot

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

_(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys Slope Sheet

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Video Cassette

F-]

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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. 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

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

(1) 5/16" wrench (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 REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

•Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• 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.

[_ _ Steering Wheel

Insert

...,_'_- 3/8-24 Locknut

_l__Large Flat Washer

3/8 Lock/_F_--_..._

Washe_

Steering Whe bs

Steering Boot

Adapter _ Extension

_..." Shaft

Locknut ._'" _ 5/16 Hex

Lower ."- -_-{.L Bolt

Steering _ /,,_ ":-'_- -",

Shaft ,,_-_ "'-_ '_

L "- ,' - slots

HOWTO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

• Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

• If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in

Maintenance section of this manual for

charging instructions).

Bafle_ Box Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

•Slideseat untila comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Shoulder Seat Pan

Bolt

Adjustment

Knob

Flat Washer

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 ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Roll tractor forward off skid,

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

_k WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand 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.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position,

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold, Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that

follow.

CHECKTIREPRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK DECKLEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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.

/ CHE CKL IS T

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 REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

•/All assembly instructions have 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.

,I Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

4' Engine oil is at proper level.

,,f 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.

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP '_

LIGHT t

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

NHL

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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