Craftsman 917.270821 Manuel utilisateur

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19.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

_vlodel No.

9!7_-27_0821

• Safety

*--ASsembly

•.Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answersto your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon- Sat

Warranty;.,....,,L,.,,.,._,,.. ....._.................. 2

Safety Rules ....................................... ,_2

Proo_::t Specifications ..................... ......5

Assembly.;., ........... .;.......... :... ......... ;...... 8

Operation:_._...... ;;::...:. ..... _....._.............. .12

MaintenancQ Schedule ...... _..,............... 19

Maintenance......_........_;........................ 19

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

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

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

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

Parts Ordering ....................... BackCover

LIMITED T_/O

For two (2)

tained,

Sears will

if thisCraftsman RidingEquipmentismain-

ringto the instructionsin the owner'smanual,

charge, any partsfound to be defectivein materialor

This__Warr_

• Expenda

plugs; a!!

• Tire repl_

thorns, sl

• Repairs

y dpes pot _ve.P.

leifpm_which become w'pm during normal use, such as blades, spark

;Jle_nenj.belts, _}tc. i :

,ementpr repair._ausedby puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails,

_ml:Is,otglass, i i

eces_sa_ybecause of;operatorabuse, negligence,improperstorageoracci-

dent or thefailuretomaintainthe equipment accordingtothe instructionscontainedin

the owner's manual.

Ridingequipment used forcommercial or rentalpurposes.

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 witLnothoTd-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 equip-

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

able-after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

warranty applies on_ 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

GENERAL OPERATION.

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

,Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with 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 _rea_"

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•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.

•Slow down before tuming.

•Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Tum,_offblades 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 under

the influence of alcohol or 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.

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-extracaution. If yotJcannot

back up the slope or ifyou feel uneasy 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. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Us-e-sTov__eed. 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 nottum on Slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

•Do 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.

• Do,e_t-mow_on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

puffing your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe 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 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.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, 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 fuel

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 flan_, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip

o-ment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free ofgrass, 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 obj.ect. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with

th@englae 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 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.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safemachine-operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•B_fore 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. 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 starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

•Do not rum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, ifpossible.

_Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!!t BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

"I'Y IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

_djusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

t cannot contact spark plug.

,AWARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

....-

GASOUNE

CAPACITY

AN[LTY'PE:

OIL'WPE

(API-SF/SG/SH): --

3.5 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 3O

(above 32°F)

SAE 5W-3O

(below 32"F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJ19LM

GAP: .030") OR J19LM

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .005-.007

EXHAUST: .009-.011

GROUND SPEED "FORWARD: 0- 5.5

(MPH):- REVERSE: 0 -2.4

TIRE P_RESSURE'--FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: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.

instructib_ will enableyouto assemDte

and maintainyourtractorproperly.Always

observethe "SAFETY RULES'.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement isavail-

ableon this product.Contact yournearest

Searsstore for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES

•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.

,AWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal 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 Califomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

Califomia Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. Aspark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

III

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

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x I

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

.....(1) Knob

(1) Washer

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

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(2) Washers

3/16 x3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Lock

Washers #10"

(2) Weld

Nuts #10 (2) Screws #10 x 5/8

Partspackedseparatelyincarton

Manual

Seat

Mulcher

Plate

|PartsBag

Video

Cassette

Steering

Boot

Steedng

Wheel

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder

BaRs

_(2) Center-

lockNuts

(2) Wasi_em 3/8

x7/8 x 14 Gauge

aI I w

SteeringWheel Adapter

SlopeSheet

(2) Gauge

Wheels

Steedng

WheelInsert

"_1 I I

(2)Lm_hHook

Assenddk_s

,-.e_

Steering

Extension

Shaft

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

unEs,sem61edfor shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor

all parts and har.dware 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 socketwrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrenchsizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9116" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

(2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Utility knife

(1)Pliers

(1) 3/4" Socket w/

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 wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

pageS);-......

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flaL

•Check for any additional loose pads or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

--_ Slideextension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

he)( bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure-

ly to 18-22 ft. Ibs. torque.

•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 pointingstraight forward.

•Slide steering wheel adapter onto steep •

ing shaft extension.

•Po_stee_i'ng wheel so cross bars •

a-rehonzontal (left to right) and slide

o!n_ b_:)t and onto adapter.

•Assemblelargeflatwasher,3/8 lock

washer,3/8 hexbolt and tighten securely.

•Snap steeringwheel insertintocenter

ofsteeringwheel.

•Remove protectivematerialsfromtrac-

torhoodandgrill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skidthat may puncturetires

where tractoristo rolloffskid.

Insert

__ 3/8 Hex Bolt

Large Rat

Stee__iill r

Wheel

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press liftlever plunger and raise attach-

ment liftlever to its highest position.

•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).

Roll tractor forward off skid.

Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

CHECK BAr'[ERY

• Lift hoodto raisedposition

• If_is batteryisput intoserviceafter

month andyear indicatedon label (label

locatedbetweenterminals)chargebat-

tery for minimumof one hourat 6-10

amps. (See"BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging instructions).

o........ _ _ _Label

_,o 9

Adjusts•at before tightanid_ladjustment

knob.

•Remove cardboardpacking on seat pan.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolL "Rghten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and fiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seal

•Slide seat until a 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

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment Knob

Rat Washer

•[hstall two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock 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.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

• 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 attacbingmulcher 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.

; TheTop

Lock

Weld

Latch

Washer

Muicher

Plate

Deflector

Shield

"_ Screw

_Down

Latch

Hook

Weld Nut

Lock Washer

Washer

Latch

Hooks

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