Craftsman 917.272232 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

iI:RRFTSMAN°I

20 HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272232

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

• Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and fellow 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 -5pm, Mort - Sat

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

Visit our Ctaflsman website: wwwsears corn/craftsman

............................................... 2

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

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

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 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, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, 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. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning 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 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,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but 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

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

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 within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is =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 BATTERY

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

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

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

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipmentto

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 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

|MPORTANT: This cuttk_gmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and,

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could resultm

seriousinjury 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

familiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

rocks,toys wire etc., which couldbe

picked up and thrown by the bade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do notmow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary, Always look down

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. Alwaysturn 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 on|y in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the ir_tuence ol alcohol or drags.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extracarewhm'_loadingor

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicatesthat operators, ego 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mawer-

r_ated injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the ridingmower safely enough to

protect themselves and othersfrom

serious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris balld-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine partsand bum.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debds which can cause

build-upto occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spilla_]ebefore operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

11.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related to less-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe in ury or death. All slopes

require extra caut on. Ifyou 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.

•Watch forholes, 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 stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes s/ow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a _Jope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neceso

sary, and then, turn slowly am:l gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a whee_ is over

the edge of a 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

putting your foot on the ground,

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

|11.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur ff the operator

is not alert to the presence ofchildren.

Childrenare 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 turnmachine off il 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 childrento 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.

-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 storethe machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside aclosed

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 of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment "ityou

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adiustments or repairs

with the engine 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 parts,

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 or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

Ictely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. "]'hey 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

•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),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts,orbumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

responsible adult. 4

• Useslow speed. Choose alow gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

whUe on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on 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, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

,J_Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. Itmeans

CAUTIONIX! BECOMEALERTI!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

,ACAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs, always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

_'I_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control ofthe

tractor.

ACAUTION: Tow only the 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 a slope. Too

heavy of aload, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the groundand cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

4(_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

A,WARNING: Batteryposts terminals and

related accassodes contain lead and ead

compounds, chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductiveharm. Wash

hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

_,NDTYPE: REGULAR

:)ILTYPE SAE 10W30(above32°F)

_API-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30 Ibelow32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

3AP: .030")

GROUND SPEED 1st 1.2

(MPH): 2nd 1.5

3rd 2.4

4th 3.5

5th 4.8

6th 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPIV

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of anew 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 or other qualified

service center. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools

to serviceor repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observethe "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 using your tractor.

• Follow the instructionsunder =Mainte-

nance"and "Storage" sectionsof this

owner's manual.

_I_WARNING: 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 arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (ifany). If aspark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state ofCalitomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 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).

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel

Insert Steedng Sleeve

_her

17/32x 1-3/16x 12

(1) Knob_Gauge

Mower

(5) Retainer Spdngs

(double loop) - _P (1)Front Plate

_ ,_ s

(2) Retainer Springs(single loop)

_ f (4) AdjustingBar

(4) Shoulder Bolt _

(4) Retainer Spdngs (4) Wheels

(double loop)

(4) Locknut 3/8-16

(2) Locknuts 5/16-18

I IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHII,H]_ _._, Nose Roller

IF ',2)Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x, _ Nr°ScekRs°ller (2) Washers

t7/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Key Slope Sheet

Cassette For FutureUse

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory wffh 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) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet

(1) Utilityknife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When rightor left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pointof

view,when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from shipping carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

3. Remove mower and package materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

AI"I'ACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove lock nut and large flat washer

from steering shaft.

2. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4, Positionsteering wheel so cress bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with lock nut and large flat

washer previously removed. Tighten

securely.

6. Snap steering wheel insert intocenter

of steering wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staplesin skidthat may puncture tires

where tractor isto roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'n'ERY

I. Lifthood to raised position.

NOTE: If thisbattery isput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

batteryfor minimumof one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BA'I-I'ERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging instructions).

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

8seat to tractor.

2. Pivotseat 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 bolt 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.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

Seat Pan'--.

Shoulder

Bolt

FlatWasher

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor oft the skid. Followthe 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 liftlever 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 DFIIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

AWARNING; Before startinchread,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation sectionof this manual. Be

sure tractor isin a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear 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 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.

t0.Tum ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGEWHEELSTO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper positionwhen

operatingmower. Be sure they are

properly adjusted to ensure optimum

mower performance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and

3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten

securely.

2. For ease of mower to traCtorassem-

bly raise gauge wheels to highest

position and retain with clevis pns

and spring retainers.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operatingmower. See "TO ADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

sectionof this manual.

Gauge

3/8 Locknut

TO ATTACH 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 brackettabs are posi-

tioned in tab holes in deck brackets.

TabHole Nose Roller

ut "B" Bracket

Hex_ Washer

Bracket ,_ _.w

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be suretractorisonlevelsurfaceand mower

suspensionarms are raisedwith attachment

liftcontrol.Engage parkingbrake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

barto leftside of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to dght side of tractor.

IMPORTANT; Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves,

3. If equipped,turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

liftcontrol.

5. Be sure belt tension rod is in disen-

gaged position.

6. Install belt into electdc clutch pulley

groove.

7. Place the suspension arms on

outward pointing deck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer springwith

loops up as shown.

8. Installfront plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer spdngs as shown.

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