Craftsman 917.272055 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

16.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272055

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answerstoyourquestions

aboutthis product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pro, Mc_ -Set

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

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comlcraftsman

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, lubdcatod 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

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

your Craftsman ridingequipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home

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

while this product isin the United States.

ThisWarranty 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,

tbems, 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

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 shOUldbe used within thirty(30) days of its

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. Aproductis =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'F]'ERY

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

equipment proves defective in metedal 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 ridingequipment

to your nearest Sears Service Center, In-home warranty service Is available but atrip

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, Hoftman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the follewing safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I.GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual 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 of other

#_anPlebefore mowing. Stop machine

yone 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

directionand do not point it at anyone.

Do notoperate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turnoff 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 loadingor

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of dding mower-

related injudas. These o!_era_rs

should evaluate their abihty to operate

the dding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

sedous injury.

•Keep machine free of gress, leaves or

other debris build-upwhichcan touch

hotexhaust/engine partsand bum. Do

not allowthe mower deck to plow leaves

or other debdswhich can cause build-.

up tooccur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillagebeforeopera_ngorstoringthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related to loss-of÷

control and Upover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. Ifyou cannotback 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.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Ta/I grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you willnot have to stopor shth

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 stabilityof the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slew

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction,

Avoid starting or stepping on 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 notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly tam over if a wheel is over the

edge ofacliffor 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.

IlL 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.

•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 falloff

and be sadously 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.

-Usa 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 regularly.

•Keep machine free ofgrass, 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, ifnecessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher componentsare subject

to wear, damage, and detedoretion,

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 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.

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearso

thatyouwillnothavetostoporshift

whileontheslope.

•Avoid staring or stoppingon a slope. If

tiros lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shiftinto reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turnslowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible,

,_Loak for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONll! BECOME ALERTIl! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

,_ CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transpo_ng, adjusting or 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 controlof the

tractor.

,_ CAUTION: Tow onlythe 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 aslope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires san lose tractionwith

the ground and 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 birthdefects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_I, WARNING: Battery posts,terminals

and related accassehes 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.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE 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): I sT 1.2

2N° 1.5

3R° 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADEBOLT 27-35 FT. LSS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a newtracton Ithas 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 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 roles.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, cadng for and usingyour tractor.

•Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and °Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_LWARNING: 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 an'ester 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.

Jnthe state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resoumes 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 of

this manual).

Steering

WheelInsert

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

-_,_(1) Lockwasher 3/8

1) Locknut

5/16-16

_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

Shaft

Seat

(_Washer

_-_ 17132x1-3/16 x12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys Video Cassette

Your now tractor has been assembled at the factorywith 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 toolsas 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 dght 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 steedng

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 comers ofcarton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steedng 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. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straightforward.

4. Remove steedng wheel adapter from

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steedng shaft extension.

5. Position steedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex belt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steedng wheel insert intocenter

of steedng wheel.

8. Remove protective matedals from

tractor hood and gdll.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery isput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery far minimumof one hourat 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

Seat

Batter

Door

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer securing 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 et'_:Jage

shoulder belt in slot and pull scot

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivotseat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and fiat

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 allowsyou to press

clutch/brake pedal ell the way down.

8. Get off seat without movingits

adjusted position,

8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

SeatPan_ulder

Flat W_h_r _

Adjustmen_tKiob OIm

NOTE: You may now roll or driveyour

tractor off 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 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 offskid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SK/D (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

=_I_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a weil-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor isclear

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 rift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine, After engine has

started, move throttlecontroltoidle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull

"BRAKE" position and hold, Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release elutch/brake pedal and

slowlyddve 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.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch intohole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch intohole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do notremove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shieM

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

a safe place. Yourmower 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 ovedn-

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 cutting results, mower housing

should be pmpedy leveled. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section ofthis

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

Bee the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual. Verify that the

belts are muted correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,check to see that the brake is

propedy 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 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 hour at 6

amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

ovednflated at the factory).

JBe sure mower deck is propedy

leveled side-to-side/fmnt-to-rear for

bestcutting results. (Tires must be

propedy inflated for leveling).

,/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure

they am muted propedy around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

•/Check widng. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are propedy

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USEYOUR

TRACTOR, PAYEXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

•/Engine oil is at proper level.

4" Fuel tank isfilled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls- their

locationand function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

4" Be sure brake system isin safe

operating condition.

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