Craftsman 917.270820 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual ®

t9o5 HP

ELEC:TR_C START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATHC

TRACTOR

Model No.

917,270820

o Safety

®Assembly

®Operation

®Maintenance

Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

!-800-659.-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Seal's, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

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

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

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

Operation ................................................... 12

Maintenance Schedule ......................... 19

Maintenance .......................................... 19

Service and Adjustments ...................... 23

Storage ................................................... 29

Troubleshooting ....................................... 31

Repair Parts ....................................................34

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

tained, 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:

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

plugs, air cleaners'; belts, etc

o 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

o Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

tery will not hold a chargd; Sears will replace the batte_'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 flom the

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (lmhome warranty service will still be avail-

able after 30 days f_om 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 i'ights which may vary from state to

state_

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/8t7 WA, Hoffman Estates, 1L 60179

GENERAL OPERATION

o Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

o Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

o Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc. which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade,

o Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing Stop machine if anyone

enters the area,. i!, 2

,, Never carry passengers..

,, Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary,. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

o Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place°

o Slow down before turning.

o Never leave a running macMne unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting,.

o Turnoffbladeswhennotmowing..

,, Stopenginebeforeremovinggrass

catcheror uncloggingchute.

,, Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light°

o Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

o Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

o Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. Al!

slopes require extra caution. If you 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 obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

o '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.

o Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

o 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: t

oDo not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

oDo not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

oDo not mow on wet grass° Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

o Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

oDo 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

machine and the mowing activity_ Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

oKeep 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..

o Never carry children. 'They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation°

o Never allow children to operate the

machine.

o Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, Shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may ob._c[_re 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 fuel

with the engine running. Allow em

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 heater.

oNever run a machine inside a closed

area,

o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip.

ment in good condition,

o Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly

o 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 deter!oration,

which could expose moving pairs or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturePs recommended pads,

when necessary. _

,, 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 absolute_

ly necessary. Always took down and

behind before and while backing.

o Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

o Keep children out of the mowiog area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.,

o Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

o Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

o Mower blades are sharp and can cut,

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them°

o Check brake operation frequently,

Adjust and service as required.

o Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not

across.

o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc..

o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps, Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Ta!l

grass can hide obstacles,

o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

o Avoid slurring or stopping on a slope, if

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

oDo not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible..

,_i)kLook for this symbol to point, out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!H BECQME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE..

TY IS INVOLVED°

,_kCAUTION: In order to prevent accidem

tal stading when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon_

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

,_WARNtNG: Tile engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PROOUCT SPECBFRCAT_ONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY

AND TYPE: UNLEADED

REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 30

(APFSFiSG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY': &0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJ19LM

(GAP: 030") OR J19LM

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: O- 5,5

(MPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.4

_iREPRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSi

REAR: 10 PSl

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMPiHR:30

MIN. CCA:240

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 dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized 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 wilt enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly° Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MABNTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail ....

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules.

° Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor..

Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_kWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved 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

taws apply on federal lands, A spark

arrestor for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

(1,_Hex Bolt 5f16-18 x t-I/4

_ (1) He× Bolt

3/8-16 x t

(1) Lockwasher 3f8

(i) Large Flat Washer

_' (1) Locknut 5t16-18

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 × t2 Gauge

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/!6.18

(2) Washers

3/16 x3/4 x t6 Gauge

(2) Screws #I0 x 518

(2) Weld ,_

Nuts #I0 (2) Lock

Washers #10

(2) Hex Bolts 114-20 x 314

(2) Washers

9/32 x 518 x 16 Gauge

@ (2) Hex

(2) Lock Nuts

Washers 1/4 1/4-20

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Mutcher

Plate

Video

Cassette

Steering

Bool

Steedng

Manual Wheel

I I

t |

I 1

t 1

I 1

l l

I t

t t

Pa_s Bag

Pa_s Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder __

Bolls lock Nuts

(2) Washers _8

x 7/8 x 14 Gai_ge

Steering Wheel Adapter (2) Keys

Slope Sheet

(2) Gauge

Wheels

_ Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft

Wheel Insert

Assemblys

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionofthosepallsleft

unassemMedforshippingpurposes,Toensuresafeandproperope[ationofyourtractor

allpartsandhardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely,Usethecorrecttools

asnecessaryto insurepropertightness,Reviewthevideocassettebeforeyoubegin.

":_'OOLS REQUIRED FOR

,ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench sef,will make assembly

easier, Standard wrench sizes you need

are I)sted below°

(I) 9/t6" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(2) 112" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

(1) Utility knife

(1)Pliers

(1) 3/4" Socket wf

drive rachet

(1) Phillips Screw-

driver

(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 posi-

tion (seated behind the steering whee!)_

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping cation (See

page 6).

o Cut, from top to bottom, aldng lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat..

o Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove..

BEFORE ROLUNG 'TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

° Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/t 6

hex bolt and Iocknut, Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure-

ly to 18-22 ft. Ib& toique.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and pustl down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

o Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

o Slide steering wheel adapter onto steer-

ing shaft extension,

o 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.

o Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Removeprotective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill

!._.PORTANT: Cheek for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

insert

_' ,:_}._4..f 3/8HexBolt

_'_ 3/8 Lockwasher

,,-_a Large Fiat

.....-_:_!_-[...... ::::"..Washer

Steering .................r'->.......Steering

Wheel _Boot

i_i.:_?_i,liii_'_:"

Extension _Y Adapter

Shaft "_' "_,-.,_ 5It6 Hex

' ""_'_ Bolt

5!16 Locknut...--___,._"lo_._//

Lower Steering......,L I_, ". -

!. ;I

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

o Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position,

o Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

,, Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

o Roll tractor forward off skid,

* Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

HOW TO SE"_¢UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY

,&CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc. Positive terminal must be con-

nected first to prevent sparking from acci-

dental grounding.

,_ Lift hood to raised position..

o Open terminal access doors, remove

terminal protective caps and discard,

- If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps.

,, First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat

washer, lock washer and hex nut as

shown_ Tighten securely.

o Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with remain-

ing hex bolt, flat washer, loci{ washer

and hex nut. Tighten securely.

o Close terminal access doors.Use termi-

nal access doors for:

o Inspection for secure connections (to

tighten hardware).

o inspection for corrosion.

o Testing battery.

,, Jumping (if required).

o Periodic charging Flat

Washer

/Hex

Bolt

Discard Terminal Lock

Protective Caps Hex Nut Washer

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob,

,, Remove cardboard packing on seat pan

o Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. 'Tighten shoulder bolt

securely,

,, Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely, Do not tighten.

o Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat°

o Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

o Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position,

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Seat Pan

Shoulder 1

Bolt

y@.,

Adjustment Knob

Seat

"'_ Fiat Washer

" Positive

: (Red)

'_" Cable

Terminal

Access Door

I_NSTALL_ULCHERPLATE

= Installtwolatchhooksto mutcherplate

usingscrew,washehloci<washer,and

weld nut as shown,

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down,

o"Tighten hardware securely,

o Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right position.

o Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

o Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck,

,, Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck_

,_CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower, Raise and hold guard

when attaching rnulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. "Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut From

The 'Top

Lock

Weld Washer

Nut

Latch

Hook

Washer

Mulcher

Plate

Deflector

Shield

_._..-Screw

Hook Points

Down

Latch

Hook

Weld Nut

Lock Washer

Washer

[.arch

Hooks

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