Craftsman 917.272053 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

ICRRFT$1VlAWJ

16 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272053

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers toyourquestions

aboutthis product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am- 5 pm, Mort. Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179

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

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

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 9

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 instructionsin the owner's

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

matedal or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking 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 dudng normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps,or glass.

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

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the ddingequipment, impacting

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

•Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, includingbut net limited to,

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 offlammable

debds, 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.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in matedal or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold acharge, Sears willreplace the battery at no charge. War-

rantyservice is available free of charge by taking 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 dghts, 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 cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and foot and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructionscould result in

sedous injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manuel and on the

machine before starting.

• Only.allow responsible adults, 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 ofother

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers,

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always lookdown

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

directionand do not pointit at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always tum off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove 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

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicatesthat 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.

•Keepmachine free ofgrass, leaves or

other debris build-upwhichcan touch

bet exhaust /engine partsand bum. Do

not allowthe mower deck to plow leaves

or otherdebris which can cause build-

upto occur.Clean any oil or feel

spillage before operatingor storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related toloss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe in ury or death. All slopes

require extracaut on. fyou cannot back up

the slopeor if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it,

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, notacross.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watch fer holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overtum the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dationsfor 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 stoppingon a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near dropoffs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlL CHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator

is notalert 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 n'_achlee operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, 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

notsmoke.

-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 regulady.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher componentsare subject

to wear, damage, and detedoration,

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 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 carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mewing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult. 4

•Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, lookbehind

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 overturnthe

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Useslowspeed.Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope,

• Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades 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 slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to pointout

importantsafety precautions.It means

CAUTIONIII BECOMEALERTIII YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

placewire where itcannot contact spark

plug.

_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

ACAUTION: Towonly the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate onlyat the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to Losecontrol

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 accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOUNE 1.25GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OIL'I'YPE SAE 10W30 (ABOVE

32°F)

(API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .040")

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1s'r 1.2

2ND 1.5

3"D 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15 AMPS @3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofa new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the bust possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified 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

instructionswill 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 a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, cadng for and usingyour tractor.

• Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sectionsof this

owner's manual.

/kWARNING: 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

aspark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark an'ester 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 an'ester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

WheelInsert

I_(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steedng

Boot

Steering Wheel

l_ I1),ook

_h_,_/ washer 3/8

1) Locknut

5/16-18

J_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

Steering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

___, (_ Washer

1_32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

For Future Use

Keys

€(2) Keys Video Cassette

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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When rightor left hand is mentioned in

this manual, itmeans, from your point of

view,when you are in the operating

position(seated behind the steedng

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and partscartons from carton.

2. Cut, from topto bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

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 Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

2. Place tabs of steedng 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

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to dght) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

Lower

Steering ,..

Shaft _ _- ,

Bolt

Tab

Slots

6. Assemble large fiat 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 gdll.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skidthat may puncturetires

where tractor is to rolloff skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Liftseat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: If thisbattery isput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

batteryfor minimum ofone hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section ofthis manual for charging

instructions).

Label

Batter

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer eacudng seat to cardboard

packing 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 belt In slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

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.

8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Bolt

FlatWasher

NOTE: Youmay now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropdate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKiD (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever 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 off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRiVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation sectionof this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear

of other people end objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and flu 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 lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly ddve tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALLMULCHERPLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

updght position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3, Hook front latchinto hole on front of

mower deck.

4, Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

A(_CAUTION: 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.

Mulcher

Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

asafe 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 de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cuttingperformance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults, mower housing

should be propedy leveled. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustmentssection ofthis

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shownfor

replacing motion and mower blade ddve

belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual. Vedfy thatthe

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,check to see that the brake is

properlyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

•/All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

•/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/"Battery is propedy prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hourat 6

amps),

•/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tireswere

ovednflated at the factory).

•/Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for

best cuttingresults. (Tires mustbe

propedy inflatedfor leveling).

•/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check widng. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are propedy

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USEYOUR

TRACTOR, PAYEXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

•/Engine oil is at proper level.

•/Fuel tankis filledwith 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 isin safe

operating condition.

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