Craftsman 917.272231 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMRN'I

20 HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272231

• 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:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro, Mort - Sat

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

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

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

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

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

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

Operation ............................................ 13

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

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

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

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

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, ifthis 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 partsfound to be defective in

material or workmanship, Warranty service is available free of charge by retuming your

Craftsman dding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available buta trip charge will apply.This warranty applies only while this

productis in the United States.

ThisWarranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns,stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, includingbut not limitedto, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the ddleg equipment, impacting

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

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

electrical and mechanical damage caused by iml_'oper 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 instructionscon-

tained 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 withinthirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A productis "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellingsor in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service isavailable 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 rights, and you may also have other rights which

may varyfrom state to state.

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

IMPORTANT:Thiscuttingmachineiscapableofamputatinghandsandfeet and

throwingobjects. Failureto observe the following safety instructionscould result in

serious injuryor 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

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

direction 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 turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

_earkingbrake, stop engine, and remove

ys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

iStop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

Do notoperate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch fortraffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck,

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

i/aearsand above, are involved in a

rge percentage of riding mower°

related inudes. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and othersfrom

sarious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

ether debris build-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust /engine parts and bum.

Do notallow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris which can cause

build-upto occur, Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related to loss-of-

control and tipever accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasyon 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. Tallgrass can hide ob-

stacles,

•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-

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 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, turnslowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

•Do notmow near dropoffs, ditches, or

embankments, The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge ofa cliff or 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 notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlLCHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccuriftheoperator

isnotalerttothepresence of children.

Childrenare often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you lastsaw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tam machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and downfor 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.

IV. SERVICE

• Usa 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 operationregulady.

•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

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 tobe 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 tum 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),

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.

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearso

thatyouwillnothavetostoporshift

whileontheslope.

•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 not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, tum slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to DOntout

mportantsafety precautions. Itmeans

CAUTIONtt! BECOMEALERTI!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_,CAUTION: In order toprevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contactspark

plug.

A,CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

ACAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificaUonsof the manufacturerof

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed 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 lose control

ofyour tractor.

AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of Californiato cause cancer

and birthdefects or other reproductive

harm.

AWARNING: Battery pests terminals

and related aosessoPiesconta n ead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of Californiato cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproducitveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE10W30(above32°F)

(PI-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30Ibelow 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030"_

GROUND SPEED

(MPH): 1st 1.2

2nd 1.5

3rd 2.4

4th 3.5

5th 4.8

6th 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: _0 PSi

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPfV

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofa new tractor, it has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you expedence any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears or other qualified

service center. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools

toservice 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 availal_e on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store fordetails.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

AWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-cevered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark aft'ester 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 (SectJon4442 of the

California Public Resources 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).

SteeringWheel

Steedng Steedng Sleeve

_her

17/32x 1_3/16x 12

(1) Knob_Gauge

Mower

(5) Retainer Spdngs

(double loop) _(1)Front Plate

_ _ Assembly

_(2)Flanged

v_ Pins

(2) Retainer Spdngs (single loop)

_ r- (4) Adjusting Bar

(4) Shoulder Bolt _

(4) Retainer,S,pn.'ngs (4) Wheels

(QOUDlelOOp)

(4)Washers

3/8 _3/4 x 14 Ga. _

(4) Locknut 318-16

(2) Locknuts 5/16-18 oeoer

:2)Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 _BN°ScekRs°l[er (2) Washers

17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Key Slope Sheet '

(2) Keys __

Cassette For FutureUse

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes.To ensure safe and proper operationof 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.

I1) 9/16" Wrench (1) 3/4" Seoket w/

1) 1/2" wrench ddve ratchet

(1) Utilityknife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, itmeans, from your p_nt 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 boxes from shipping carton.

2. Cut, from topto bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels fiat.

3. Remove mower and package materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove lock nutand large flat washer

from steedng shaft.

2. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steedng shaft,

4, Positionsteedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to dght) and slide

onto steedng wheel adapter.

5. Secure steedng wheel to steedng

shaft with lock nut and large fiat

washer previously removed. Tighten

securely.

6. Snap steedng wheel insert intocenter

of steedng wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hoodand gdlL

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor isto roll off skid.

SteeringWheel

_nsert LockNut

I\x-w-YILarge Flat

tee_..,_-_ Washer

S\_} Steedng

_Wheel

_Adaptor

Steerng _ "'" "_

Shaft .,, _,1,,

Steer_:!_" "_:t ii

Slee s ,:/

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this batteryisput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(lapel located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging instruc0ons).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment

knob.

1, Remove adjustmentknob and fiat

washer secudng seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly.of

seat totractor.

2. Pivotseatupwardandremovefrom

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 bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear oftractor.

5. Pivot seat 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 untila comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without movingits

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

Shoulder

Bolt

FlatW_e__

Adjustmen_tKnob_ u

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

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 li_ 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.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I,WARNING: Before starting read

understand and follow a nstructons n

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-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 shiftlever 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 drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor,set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGEWHEELSTO

MOWER DECK TabHole

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower dock in proper position when

operating mower. Be sure they are

propody adjusted to ensure optimum

mower performance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into HexBolt

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning boles are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and Bracket

3/8-16 center Iooknuts and tighten

securely.

2. For ease of mower to tractorassem-

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest

positionand retain with clevis pins

and spdng retainers.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operatingmower. See "TOADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

sectionof this manual.

Retainer

Shoulder

B°ItXx Adjusting

Gauge

3/8 \Center

Locknut

TO AI-FACH NOSE ROLLER

1. Positionbrackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16

gauge washers, and nose roller

between deck mounting brackets as

shown. Be sure to position brackets

on correct side, as shown.

2. Install hex bolts and lock nuts as

shown. Tighten hardware securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi-

tioned in tab holes in deck brackets.

Nose RollerLock "B" Bracket

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sureb'actorisonlevelstrlece and mower

suspensionarmsare raisedwithattachment

lift ccobol.Engageparkbgbrake.

1. Cut and remove ties secudng anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to leftside ofmower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to dghtside of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check beltfor proper

routingin all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped,tam height adjustment

knob counterclockwise untilit stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

liftcontrol.

5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-

gaged position.

6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

7. Place the suspensionarms on

outward pointing deck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer spring with

loops up as shown.

8. Installfront plate assembly totractor

suspensionbrackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

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